The Surefire Minimus 300 Lumen Variable Output LED Headlamp is a high-performance, precision-engineered illumination tool, designed for a wide range of uses including tactical situations, emergency conditions, and recreational activities like camping and exploring.
High-Performance LED: Equipped with a faceted MaxVision™ reflector, the Minimus produces a wide, smooth beam optimized for human vision, enhancing visibility in various conditions.
Variable Light Output: The headlamp offers flexibility with a push-button on/off switch and a 13-position dial, allowing one-handed adjustment of light output from 5 to 300 lumens.
Durable Construction: Built with hard-anodized aerospace aluminum, the Minimus is lightweight yet robust, designed to withstand harsh conditions.
Comfort and Fit: The custom-made headband and Breathe-O-Prene® pad ensure a comfortable, secure fit, suitable for long periods of wear, with or without a helmet.
Moisture and Corrosion Resistance: The design includes a leashed battery end cap and a battery compartment with two O-rings, sealing out moisture and preventing corrosion.
SOS Mode: An added safety feature allows activation of an SOS mode by holding the push-button switch for four seconds.
Long Battery Life: Powered by a single SureFire 123A lithium battery, it offers up to 1.5 hours of maximum output and up to 75 hours at minimum output.
User-Friendly Interface: The headlamp remembers the last used setting, and its controls are easy to operate even with gloves.
Detachable Red Filter: For varied lighting conditions, a detachable red filter is included, enhancing versatility.
Low-Profile Adjustment Clip: The headband adjustment clip is designed for rugged yet comfortable use.
Designed for hikers, campers, and outdoor adventurers, the SureFire Minimus allows you to explore the night hands-free. The compact headlamp provides powerful illumination wherever you look, letting you hike confidently after sunset, set up camp in the dark, and find your way along dimly lit paths. The rugged, waterproof aluminum housing also makes it ideal for extreme sports, wet weather, and other demanding activities. With the Minimus on your head, you'll enjoy outdoor adventures long after the sun goes down.
The headlamp will appeal to a wide range of wide range of challenging environments. One notable aspect highlighted in the article is its crucial role in emergency situations, exemplified by a journalist's experience in an earthquake-ravaged country. The journalist described the Minimus as an "invaluable tool" during power outages, emphasizing its adjustable brightness and comfort during prolonged use in challenging conditions, including rain and sweat. This real-world application underscores the headlamp's reliability and effectiveness, beyond its technical specifications.
A striking fact about the Minimus is its MaxVision Beam® technology. This feature uses a specially designed reflector to create a uniform light pattern that's optimized for the human eye, ensuring maximum visibility and efficiency. This technology exemplifies the headlamp’s advanced engineering, tailored to enhance user experience in diverse scenarios, from navigating treacherous terrain in the dark to handling emergency situations where visibility is paramount.
Such insights go beyond mere product features, underscoring the Minimus's capability to handle real-world challenges, reflecting its design philosophy of prioritizing user needs in demanding conditions​​.
At Charlie's, we asked our team: Who needs a Minimus Headlamp. Answer: Everyone. Well, we could not argue.
Recoil magazine has an excellent review of the Minimus and a look at the light's lineage.
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