hello, my name is Jan and I am new to this site. I have a few lasers already but mostly just modules and I would like to purchase a handheld high power, either blue or green. I have seen several around 1W lasers available in different price ranges. Maybe you can help me and give me some advice. I have read comparisons between the Spartan and the S3 Arctic. I like the Arctic's body and style, however I am not a fan of the multi function switch and the beam does not seem very well focused. Not sure about their quality. The Spartan seems less flashy however seems good quality. Both companies seems to have some experience in lasers. I also ran across the AwesomeLaser Cobalt 2000. Seems a lot of money for having to self assemble the thing. Seems a bit like a unprofessional company...? And I also saw SurvivalLaser. Seems professional but didn't read them on any reviews...? How about the company named Warnlaser...? Are they any good? Then I found some other non brand name lasers like 1000mW 447nm Waterproof Adjust Focus Blue Laser Pointer Pen (1 x 18650 Battery) - DinoDirect.com and 1000mW Adjustable Kaleidoscopic Flashlight Style Blue Laser Pointer (2*16340) - Tmart.com and lastly this one 1000mW 532nm Flashlight Style Green Laser Pointer Black (1*18650) - Tmart.com, which seems to be a great deal considering the specs and the package they offer. Can anyone tell anything about these?
I mainly want to use the laser for fun, pointing at things but also burn small stuff...
How much does the quality differ from one of the later ones to one of the brand name lasers like the Spartan for example?
Do I really get more if I spend more? Also, how trustworthy are the power output specs. If they write 1000mW, can it be assumed to be 1000mW?
Thanks in advance to all of you!!
Jan
I mainly want to use the laser for fun, pointing at things but also burn small stuff...
How much does the quality differ from one of the later ones to one of the brand name lasers like the Spartan for example?
Do I really get more if I spend more? Also, how trustworthy are the power output specs. If they write 1000mW, can it be assumed to be 1000mW?
Thanks in advance to all of you!!
Jan