Epinions Recent Reviews for hpq_nighthawk

Great compass companion for your GPS.

Mon, 24 Mar 2003 15:21:56 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author hpq_nighthawk - Description:

The Brunton Eclipse 8097 is a see-through mapping and navigating compass. The following features are found on this compass:

1. Smooth fluid vial - allows quick and steady acquisition of direction.

2...

This Phone Zaps!

Wed, 12 Mar 2003 19:38:28 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author hpq_nighthawk - I was not even looking for a phone when I came across the Vtech VT 2528 2.4GHZ cordless phone with built-in Telezapper. Being a gadget lover, I had long been intrigued by the Telezapper device as seen on TV to possibly help rid myself of some of those...

How do your batteries measure up?

Mon, 10 Mar 2003 15:30:34 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author hpq_nighthawk - Go ahead and admit it, we all have a cabinet drawer full of loose batteries rolling around. Good?....Bad?....How can we tell? Sure you could stick them in a flashlight and try them, but is that convenient?....and if it takes more than one battery, are...

Do your bits have a magnetic personality?

Mon, 10 Mar 2003 14:12:39 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author hpq_nighthawk - I received this magnetizer/demagnetizer with an air tool purchase for my company. We have several manual assembly operations where screws are torqued into two pieces of sheet metal. Since the work areas are tight, the operators working at that station...

A true gearhead's wrench - metric style

Tue, 4 Mar 2003 22:42:35 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author hpq_nighthawk - The Gear Wrench brand wrenches offer an excellent combination of ratchet/socket speed and open/box end wrench accessibility. Although not a complete replacement for either, this wrench set is a great companion for tight areas and long bolts.

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A true gearhead's wrench - SAE style

Tue, 4 Mar 2003 22:38:55 GMT

Baby's First Boombox!

Sat, 1 Mar 2003 02:11:37 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author hpq_nighthawk - My youngest child received the Phonics radio as a Christmas gift this year. She loves it and carries it around with her throughout the house.

Features/Buttons:

The phonics radio is manufactured by Leapfrog, a company I have high...

Lightweight knife for pocket or purse carry

Thu, 27 Feb 2003 12:38:11 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author hpq_nighthawk - If you need a light duty pocket or purse carry knife, then the Gerber LST is a good choice.

Quick Specs:

Blade length - 2.5"

Overall Length (open) - 6.0"

Weight - 1.3 ounces

Handle - Zytel (black)

Blade steel -...

One of my favorite daily carry knives

Thu, 27 Feb 2003 00:02:41 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author hpq_nighthawk - The Gerber EZ-Out Lock back knife is an excellent daily carry knife for general multi-purpose use.

Quick Specs:

Blade length - 3.5"

Overall Length (open) - 8.0"

Weight - 3 ounces

Pocket Clip - metal

Handle -...

Best Garmin GPS cable for downloading from PC

Mon, 10 Feb 2003 19:12:33 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author hpq_nighthawk - I wanted to be able to do two things with my Garmin Emap (download data from the PC and power the GPS from a cigarette plug) without spending $70 dollars on two different cables. Thus my search lead me to the PC/power combination cable offered by...

Keep those carpets clean and fresh while looking cool at the same time.

Mon, 10 Feb 2003 16:56:03 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author hpq_nighthawk - I purchased the Hoover SteamVac WidePath V2 as a "home use" gift for my wife for Christmas. Yes, I had to claim it was for the both of us in order to avoid repercussions about getting a home appliance as a Christmas gift. I have to say now we have both...

Your little ones will be blown away!

Sun, 9 Feb 2003 01:25:19 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author hpq_nighthawk - The Playskool air-tivity table provides a new twist in the learning/activity table arena. The use of air power and building block style pieces provides an endless combination of setup options. My one-year-old loves to stack the pieces and watch the...

What are you really wanting to massage here??

Fri, 7 Feb 2003 23:14:18 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author hpq_nighthawk - First and foremost, be realistic in what you want this massager for. As an erotic aid for yourself or partner, then feel secure that you will be well pleased by this product. If you are looking for a true muscle massager, then look at other models made...

Please E.T. - may I have another!

Fri, 7 Feb 2003 21:54:02 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author hpq_nighthawk - The Homedics PA-1 is the early model of what is commonly known as the E.T. massager. Sure it looks like our childhood friend, but that only adds character! As a massager, there is no equal in this price range.

Description:

This...

Desa Infrared Radiant Heater CRN18: Good backup heater for heat pump.

Thu, 6 Feb 2003 14:00:12 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author hpq_nighthawk - The Desa IR (infrared) heater is a great backup heating system for a heat pump and for emergency power outage use. The system can be wall mounted (recommended) or floor mounted (with optional feet). This system has a three-panel LP (liquid petroleum)...

Honeywell Programmable Heat Pump Thermostat CT3611R: Automate your heating/cooling control

Tue, 28 Jan 2003 17:02:46 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author hpq_nighthawk - The Honeywell CT3611R Programmable Heat Pump Thermostat is an easy to learn, efficient "smart technology" controller. This unit is a quick replacement for an old style mercury thermostat which will make your system a "hands off" energy saving control...

Nice TV!

Wed, 6 Nov 2002 19:13:07 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author hpq_nighthawk - I have to say my first encounter with the PT-47WX49 was rocky. The first set I got went DOA within 2 weeks. The store provided a delivered replacement set within 1 week. The current set has been in my living room now for about 8 months, and I must say...

MP3 CD's sound great

Wed, 6 Nov 2002 17:48:58 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author hpq_nighthawk - I bought the expanium 303 to use for MP3 CD listening at home and in the car. This unit fairs well in both categories with the included accessories.

Sound:

The expanium sounds great for both CD and MP3 use. I have several CD's...

Good Starter GPS

Wed, 6 Nov 2002 16:58:44 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author hpq_nighthawk - The Garmin Emap GPS is an excellent starter GPS for car travel, hiking, or general direction finding. Although not a complete replacement for a good paper map of the area, with the downloadable mapsource data, this unit will provide you very accurate...

Great Flash Based MP3 Player

Wed, 6 Nov 2002 15:48:42 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author hpq_nighthawk - The Lyra 2 is a great compactflash based MP3 player. I mostly use the unit as a travel companion to and from work via a 1/8 to 1/8 cable to the car radios CD plug. This could also be accomplished by the use of the cassette adapter, but the 1/8 plug...