Black DiamondMen's Spote Lite 160 Headlamp

Of all the head torches I have used, this has to be the best.Simple to use/operate. Comfortable to wear for a long time.you can adjust the brightness, there is a red diode as well as white.Can clip it onto a belt or waistband if you need to, for like when running at night.On max brightness, it can light up a path for about 150, nearly 200 meters.Comes with 2 AAA batteries as well.

I've used a lot of headlamps over the years, including many that have separate switches for red and white light. Even so, I've all too often pushed the wrong button and ruined my dark adaption.Additionally, all the lights have been way too bright. So the ability to dim the lights is an important feature. However, whilst there are many good torches that dim right down, there seem to be few such headlamps, that I prefer when observing alone.The best I've found are some of the 2019 Black Diamonds. Confusingly, although the model name (but not the number) remains the same, many have been totally redesigned for 2019 with two buttons instead of just one.One of the great things about them is that only the larger button turns the headlamp on; the smaller button just changes from red to white, but nothing happens when you press it if the headlamp is off.Additionally, they remember the last setting you used before turning off. For instance, if you finished with the red light at its dimmest setting, that's what you get when you turn it back on.Set up like this it means that it's impossible to turn anything on at the start but the dimmest red light - whatever button you push.Not all the 2019 Black Diamond two button range are suitable for us though. Some of them have battery check LEDs that light up when you first switch on. The problem is they're bright blue! Also note that the poorly-named Astro model doesn't have a red light.I've bought two models, the Cosmo 225 and the Spot Lite 160, that use 3AAA and 2AAA batteries respectively. The numbers represent the max. brightness in lumens.Surprisingly, the red light on the Cosmo 225 goes dimmer than that on the Spot Lite 160, although this may just be a sample variation. The former is also on special offer at the moment because a new model, the Cosmo 250 has just been launched, that seems to be identical but has a higher output. I haven't tested this.So for the first time I'm satisfied with a headlamp for astronomy and can thoroughly recommend the Black Diamond Spot Lite 160 and, possibly better still, theCosmo 225.Either of these should also be suitable for my fishing and camping as they have a waterproof rating of IPX8. This means that they can work for at least 30 minutes submerged to a depth of 1.1 metres (3 1/2 feet). However do note the battery compartment itself isn't waterproof and will need drying out.To sum up, I've looked for years for a suitable headlamp for astronomy - at last I found it!

I have the 325 version of this headlamp in the same colouring. It is fantastic - very bright and easy to slot in new batteries when you are out and about (3 aaa) instead of having to wait to recharge. My daughter wanted something similar to mine for when we are out walking at night but lighter as she is little. This lite version is great value. Same style and quality as my headlamp, just lighter, smaller (2 aa), it is less bright (but still perfect for walking at night) and quarter the price of the other version. They both are good and both have their uses. If you are a heavy user of headlamps and need the extra brightness, I would recommend the 325 instead, but for children or occasional use for night walking, this is the same quality and still great.

Managed to pick this up for £13 which was a bargain. Needed a headlamp with red light for 'tactical activities' but didn't want to just buy some £5 junk model. Being able to set the colour and brightness and have it remember that setting when you turn it on again is just what I need. Reputable brand, great functionality, small size and mine was a great price.

Unfortunately I had to return this particular item, as it would not power up following charging, perhaps I just had a bad unit.Seller dispatched the item quickly and accepted the return without issue, with rapid refund.Many thanks.

I’m really happy with this headlight. It looks nice and resistant. The led is petty strong and to set it is easy.

My previous head torch was an Olight H04 which cost less than half the price of this Black Diamond item, and is rated at 120 lumens.The Olight is a LOT brighter, despite the Black Diamond being rated at 160 lumens. I'm disappointed with the brightness of the main light. It's not 160 lumens.However, it does have advantages over the Olight.Firstly, it's waterproof.Secondly, you get fine adjustment over the light level, and that typical nice Black Diamond interface where it flashes to let you know you've reached the limit or the maxmimum. This works for both the main and red lights. The Olight had three levels for its main light, and one for its red light.Thirdly, the red light is much brighter than the Olight and this was my main reason for switching. I'm very happy with the brightness of the red light.

Great head torch for reasonable price. Exactly what I needed and can see no difference to more costly options from high street camping stores. Really happy! I recommend

Great headlamp to keep Un the car to use as a backup if my main one is lost or battery is dead.

I own two of these, one lives in my flight bag for night flying and the other goes in my EDC bag. I own and use the larger Spot 300 for SAR but when I’m not looking for a missing this is my go to headlamp. I like how it only takes two AAA’s and overall offers a lot of light output for the weight. While I EDC the brighter 1000 lumen Olights in my pocket you rarely need that much light. Having red light, white light, and a pulse/ strobe mode with a modest output makes this a really good choice for a headlamp.

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Llevo varios frontales Black Diamond desde hace tiempo y son todos muy buenos. Lo uso tanto en montaña y excursionismo como en hobbies, mantenimiento de coche, etc. Este modelo es muy ligero, pequeño y lo mejor es que usa 2 pilas AAA. El tener número par de baterías es importante, si llevas un pack o lo compras de emergencia en cualquier tienda o gasolinera vendrán muy seguramente 4 x AAA, por lo que tendrías 2 reemplazos. Tener 3 pilas AAA como en la mayoría de los frontales Black Diamond y otros supone casi siempre mayor autonomía, pero también desemparejar pilas o tener que comprar mayor número de ellas para llevar en la mochila. Incluye la luz roja nocturna, dimming para ambas luces y bloqueo. Declara autonomía de 60h en min y 28h en máxima potencia (160 lúmenes). Los probaré con AAA de litio, no he probado si encajan unas recargables tipo eneloop (no siempre es posible por las diferencias casi mínimas en grosos de las baterías). Los demás modelos suelen ser water resistant... estos son waterproof (IPX8, >1metro, 30min). De momento sorprendido por funcionalidad, tamaño y peso.

Solidnie wykonanie, dobrze i długo świeci.