The Orion Safety 865 is a simple to use distress signal. But because this marine hand-held flare produces flames, you must follow the instructions carefully and wear protection, including leather gloves and safety glasses.
Also, before igniting your Orion Safety 865, remember to hold the flare downwind. Next, remove the black lid from the red cap to reveal the abrasive scratch surface. Then twist and remove the red cap exposing the igniter button. Finally, strike the igniter button with the abrasive scratch surface to produce the flame. Do not wave the flare overhead.
Our Overall Review
We have thoroughly tested - and read reviews from other experts and users. In summary, this is what we think:
Things we like:
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Effective for both daytime and nighttime
Things we don't like:
It’s more dangerous to operate
Specs & Features
- (4) red handheld flares
- Burn time: up to 3 minutes
- Brightness: up to 700 candela
- USCG Approved as a daytime or nighttime signal
Our Overall Review
We have thoroughly tested - and read reviews from other experts and users. In summary, this is what we think:
Things we like:
-
Effective for both daytime and nighttime
Things we don't like:
It’s more dangerous to operate
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