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Lighting · Safety gear
Victoper A1200T Rechargeable Flashlight (2-Pack): A Bright, Budget Light for the Marina
A USB-C rechargeable aluminum flashlight with a zoomable beam and a lot of light for the money. Great for dock walks after dark and below-deck work. It doesn’t float and has no red night-vision mode.
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