I was recently lucky enough to get my hands on a Lexon SAFE Eco Torch and what a fantastic little gadget it is.

The torch has no batteries and is powered entirely by a crank which takes just a few seconds to wind up. It looks and feels great. The torch is shaped as a rectangle with rounded corners. The plastic part of the torch is sandwiched between two strips of trimmed bamboo. The plastic is made from corn, not oil, making this an extremely eco-friendly product.

The look and eco stuff may all be well and good but does it work? The the answer is an emphatic Yes!

I was really impressed at just how bright the torch was. A few years ago I was given a  torch which you powered by shaking up and down. It took a lot of effort and even then the torch was poorly lit.

That’s certainly not the case with the Lexon torch which is small, neat, easy to power and very bright.

The design is simple but elegant and the torch has been well made. The large square power button which sits on the torch is satisfying to press and makes a reassuring click. All in all an excellent product which helps saves money and the environment. A great gadget for a present or to keep for yourself.

Size: L 15cm, 3.5cm, 2cm

Available for £20 from Gifts with Style

http://www.giftswithstyle.co.uk/products/Lexon-Safe-Eco-Friendly-Bamboo-Torch-.html