gr8jab
Contributor
Hi all,
Let's please avoid a deep dive on the pros or cons (love or hate) retractors. I used to have one on my gauge console, and stopped using it, since it didn't work well for me. But I'm thinking of experimenting with a retractor on my spare/daytime flashlight and my small magnifying glass. Here's what's going on in my head:
1. I'm just experimenting, and don't want to spend lots of money.
2. The multi-purpose 'scuba' retractors I've seen (and owned) are somewhat large.
3. The dedicated 'flashlight scuba' retractors (usually with case) are shockingly expensive.
Has anyone ever tried to use a simple badge/key retractor? I can get plastic body with stainless spring and kevlar cord in multi-packs from Amazon. I wonder how long they would last exposed to salt water?
I'm thinking of trying one or two on my next vacation... if they only last the week, I'm out $10. Big deal.
Let's please avoid a deep dive on the pros or cons (love or hate) retractors. I used to have one on my gauge console, and stopped using it, since it didn't work well for me. But I'm thinking of experimenting with a retractor on my spare/daytime flashlight and my small magnifying glass. Here's what's going on in my head:
1. I'm just experimenting, and don't want to spend lots of money.
2. The multi-purpose 'scuba' retractors I've seen (and owned) are somewhat large.
3. The dedicated 'flashlight scuba' retractors (usually with case) are shockingly expensive.
Has anyone ever tried to use a simple badge/key retractor? I can get plastic body with stainless spring and kevlar cord in multi-packs from Amazon. I wonder how long they would last exposed to salt water?
I'm thinking of trying one or two on my next vacation... if they only last the week, I'm out $10. Big deal.