LEGO Torch

Many of the Marvel and DC comics characters are now available as stand alone toys. Especially popular are Batman, Robin, Spider-man and many of the henchmen or baddies that do battle against the superheroes. To compliment these collectible figures Lego have incorporated a torch into the figure which is larger than the tiny minifigures used for play. 

These torches are large at over 7 inches long and are very good as reading lights because of the bright light they produce. The lighting battery and bulbs are contained securely in the product and are quite robust. The switch is contained on the breast plate and a torch bulb is contained in each leg. They legs are adjustable so that the beams can shine in two directions at once. the dynamo version allows you to charge the light source by cranking the arm of the toy by winding it.

These smaller ones are key rings and stand 3" tall. They are ideal for use on a dark night when you are fumbling about for the lock to your door. The tactile toy will provide all the illumination you require to unlock your premises. This Lego key ring version contains 2 batteries (CR2025) which are neatly inserted into the back of the figure. Two tiny screws hold the back plate in place securely. The torches are boy orientated in design but Lego Friends is trying to get girls more interested in building toys. 

The dynamo figure works on the old bicycle dynamo principal to provide illumination. The hand crank system is used and you simply turn the arm of the mini figure to generate to power to light the LED bulbs in the feet of the toy. The advantage with this model is that a few cranks of the arm and the light is charged and ready to go. No depleted battery problems with this one, which is a big plus where kids are concerned.

This reliable source of Illumination and is so convenient as it can be kept in a pocket or purse quite easily as it is not very bulky. Don't let the size distract you either, as a powerful light beam is given off by the white LED light.