New Lamp

- Let’s Talk About My Shiny New Lamp!

Hey there, fellow enthusiasts! Gather ‘round because I have the scoop on my latest gadget that’s added a whole new sparkle to my collecting adventures.

So, guess what? There’s a game-changing ultraviolet lamp in town that’s transforming the way I collect. Drumroll, please… It’s the Alonefire SV004 365nm LED flashlight, and let me tell you, it’s a total game-changer. Here’s why it’s become my new collecting BFF:

First off, it costs just a fraction of those traditional lamps that tend to hog the spotlight.
It’s petite, feather-light, and slips right into your hand or coat pocket effortlessly.
This little powerhouse produces a beam so intense, it could rival a Broadway spotlight.
Plus, it runs for hours on a single charge, making it your reliable partner on all those collecting escapades.

Long wave? Check! But the best part? It’s completely safe to use without needing to gear up in eye or skin protection.

LED Flashlight with Filter - End View Showing the Filter

This mighty mite casts a beam so powerful that it can light up long-wave fluorescent specimens, even in broad daylight and from quite a distance!

Rogerly Mine Fluorite Fluorescing in Daylight - Just Look at Rogerly Mine Fluorite Shining Bright at 4 Feet in Broad Daylight!

Greenland Sodalite Fluorescing Bright Orange in Daylight - And Greenland Sodalite? Glowing a Vibrant Orange at 4 Feet in the Daytime!

Now, here’s the scoop: not every mineral will throw a party under this long-wave lamp. Some rocks that dazzle brilliantly under shortwave can be a bit camera-shy with this new gadget—showing little to no response.

Yet, surprise, surprise! There’s a twist. Minerals like carbonates, which barely waved hello under the old shortwave lamp, now put on quite a show under the intense long-wave light of this lamp. Think more feldspar, quartz, carbonates, fossils—the whole glowy gang!

This has quickly become my go-to prospecting lamp, gracefully nudging my older lamp aside, which now sits in the corner feeling a tad neglected.

Thinking of getting a lamp like this for yourself? Well, my friend, you’re in luck! There are plenty of Chinese manufacturers out there competing in power, performance, and price. You can snag these beauties on platforms like eBay, Amazon, and AliExpress. But before you hit that ‘Buy Now’ button, make sure your lamp checks these boxes:

It’s the 365nm superhero, not the 395nm sidekick.
Packs a punch of at least 5 watts (the latest trendsetters boast a cool 15 watts!).
Comes with a filter, not a clear glass lens.
Has enough power with a 18650 rechargeable battery or better.

The 5-watt versions usually hover around $20, while the 15-watt glam squads are in the ballpark of $30. Anything more might be a tad too much for your wallet, so keep it savvy, savvy shopper!

Rock on and shine bright! ✨

Cheers,
D 🪨🔥