How you too can look like a sci-fi robot with the Maximus headlamp
SUMMARY
SureFire has released a number of shiny shining products recently, and one of them is the Maximus Headlamp. The Maximus (not to be confused with any of the brutal killers from Ridley Scott's Gladiator or a concert in São Paulo) pushes out one thousand (1,000) lumens of light from an organic lithium-ion battery. It also features a "long-running" SOS beacon for exigent circumstances. ("Long-Running" was SureFire's phrase; we're not sure how many hours that actually is).
Grunts: exigent.
It's rechargeable and directional with a variable-outfit LED headlamp. This will allow you to go full potato like Gort, or to dial it back down to just enough lumens sufficient to navigate a campsite or shady bordello...or any level in between. This will also of course affect the runtime, though it's important to note this thing comes with a gas gauge (which we reckon is a welcome feature). Its readout gives you the battery charge status.
The Maxiumus features a large, knurled dial to make those adjustments, which you can do with one hand. This should help you get it where you want it under stress, in inclement weather, or when wearing gloves. You can also aim it with one hand, as the light assembly rotates up and down 90 degrees.
The LED is backed by one of SureFire's proprietary reflectors, which enables it to throw out a wide, diffused beam they describe as "optimized for your natural field of vision."
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As for what it does to your noggin, SureFire says this:
"Built from tough, lightweight magnesium, the SureFire Maximus thrives in harsh conditions. It's also comfortable to wear, thanks to its no-chafe fine-weave headband and moisture-wicking Breathe-O-Prene forehead pad."
Grab one right here if you'd like.
Be forewarened, the MSRP is $275. SureFire lights ain't cheap, and neither is their performance. If you want a task light you can afford to lose in a drunken stupor or something to just look around your tent with, this might not be for you. If you're doing serious work where serious gear is important, the Maximums might be worth a look.
Here are the specs:
- Virtually indestructible LED emitter regulated to maximize output and runtime
- One-hand output adjustment from 1 to 1,000 lumens
- Precision reflector produces a wide, smooth beam optimized for your field of vision
- Light assembly rotates up and down 90 degrees
- Built-in SOS beacon can run for days on end
- Tough, lightweight magnesium body with durable black finish
- IPX4 Water Resistant
- Built-in fuel gauge indicates battery charge level
- Comfortable no-chafe headband with moisture-wicking Breath-O-Prene® forehead pad
- Includes long-life lithium-ion rechargeable battery with wall (AC) and car (DC) chargers
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