Battery Power!
What You Need to Know About Rechargeable Batteries

Tactical flashlights are obviously a very important aspect of armed self-defense, but one can also encounter laser sights, "red dot" scopes and night vision equipment without getting away from the basic topic. And it is not much of a stretch to argue that things like two-way radios and even GPS units can play an important role in the overall preparedness of many members. Of course, this leads to a need to feed all of these devices -- which can get expensive. In many situations, rechargeables can save the user some money in the long run. Perhaps more importantly, they can also enhance the reliability of our tools. Modern rechargeables can be "topped off" (charged before they need it) with few or no ill effects, so it is possible to insure that your emergency devices are always fully loaded -- something that can be hard to do with disposables. . . . (to read the remainder of this article, please log in below.)