Lights.com—Waterproof Flashlight
The first waterproof flashlight, the "Skipper," was invented in 1970 by the American Eveready Battery Company. Since then, manufacturers have perfected the waterproof flashlight, allowing for an illumination of the underwater world. A variety of waterproof flashlights are available, for all your outdoor and underwater needs.
Choosing a Waterproof Flashlight
Many high quality flashlights on the market today have the added feature of being waterproof. Boating flashlights that come in a variety of colors and sizes are made to be water resistant and shock resistant. These flashlights are designed mostly for land use, but will work after being dropped in the water.
For a more heavy duty waterproof flashlight, a professional grade quality flashlight should be chosen. Flashlights by manufacturers such as Pelican and Princeton Tec are heavy duty flashlights, and can be submerged in water for up to 500 feet. These professional quality flashlights are made using lightweight material, rubber grips, and shock proof technology to provide safety and underwater brightness.
A waterproof light can come in handy for camping excursions as well. Flashlights developed by outdoor product makers such as Coleman and Brinkmann not only come in a waterproof varieties, but also float above the water. Such innovations in technology make underwater adventures safer and more fun.
