Princeton Tec APXR-BKG Apex Headlamp with Green LEDs, Black

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Product Feature

• Princeton Tec
• APXR-BKG
• Headlamps
• Black

Product Description

Princeton Tec APXR-BKG Apex Headlamp with Green LEDs, BlackThe biggest and brightest headlamp in our professional series, the Apex has been a favorite of extreme outdoorsmen and cavers for years. Truly the pinnacle of waterproof LED headlamp design, the Apex combines the qualities of both the Eos and the Quad.Princeton Tec APXR-BKG Apex Headlamp with Green LEDs, Black Features: Ideal for use during camping, caving, climbing, working, paddling and wherever your adventures take you Single Regulated Maxbright LED partnered with Four Regulated Ultrabright LEDs Provides either a powerful spot beam or a bright flood Proprietary heatsink technology allows the LEDs to burn brighter and longer Compatible with alkaline, lithium, and rechargeable batteries Battery power meter provides you with continuous feedback on the condition of the batteries Waterproof to 1 meter for up to 30 minutes Multiple beam patterns combine focused narrow and focused wide beams to allow for the most versatility At close range, the focused wide beams simulate normal daylight conditions Focused narrow beams create a long-throw spotlight ideal for night hiking and search and rescuePrinceton Tec APXR-BKG Apex Headlamp with Green LEDs, Black Specifications: Power: 200 Lumens Lamp: (4) Ultrabright LEDs, Maxbright LED Burn Time: 150 Hours Waterproof: Level 2, IPX7 UL Temp Code: T4 Batteries: (4) AA Alkaline, Lithium, or NiHM Rechargeable Weight: 279 Grams* Image shown may vary by color, finish, material or size

Princeton Tec APXR-BKG Apex Headlamp with Green LEDs, Black Review

Before purchasing this, I really had a hard time deciding which headlamp to buy. It was either this, the Princeton Tec Apex Pro 200 Lumen Headlamp, or the Fenix HP10 7 Level 225 Lumen LED Headlamp.

Like many other people, I thought this headlamp was going to be a little in the heavy side because of the 4 AA batteries, but not quite! I have used this for about 4 weeks - used it in saltwater fishing and kayaking. I don't think this headlamp would be ideal if you're running or if you're going to wear this for long periods of time. So if you're in debate whether to get this or the PRO version, keep in mind what activity you are mostly going to use this for. Also, keep in mind that the PRO version has slightly less run time since the battery capacity is lower. So there is a trade off.

Now for the reason why I have this a 3-star mediocre review.

One night I was kayak fishing and my headlamp kept turning on and off sporadically so I figured that my head lamp was running low in battery or something was messing up the connections. When I took it home I saw that there was water condensation within the light housing! Keep in mind that his headlamp is supposed to be rated, PX7 (waterproof to 1 meter for up to 30 minutes). I know I did not go underwater or capsized with this lamp, just the occasional saltwater splash.

Anyways, I called Princeton Tec and they told me to send it to them for evaluation. They will either repair it or send me a brand new one (hopefully). The only bad part is that they said it will take about 4 weeks for them to send it to me!! I sent this lamp in on Aug 15 and with a tracking number, I saw that is was successfully delivered in their shop. However, the guy said that they either haven't received it yet or "it's just sitting a big bin somewhere with many other RMAs." That can not be a good sign. I should have just returned it to Amazon and bought it again. With Amazon prime, that would be way quicker than sending it for repair/replacement.

In summary, this headlamp is really good if you got a good pair like the other reviewers here. I would rate this headlamp 4-stars or even 5 stars. I had a really good experience with it. I really think that I just had a bad pair. So, f you have a problem with it, expect a long wait if you send to Princeton Tec. Just send it back to Amazon (if you're in return window of course).

Now that I think about it, Hurricane Irene is hitting the east coast this weekend. I hope it wont be too bad, but do I wish I had this lamp during the storm.

Update:
I have received the unit back and they just sent me a completely new one. One of the major problems that I see with this lamp is the O-ring. It can come out easily when you remove/replace the batteries, so be careful!

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