Paulr-

Thanks for your reply. Since my last post, I've spoken with one of the owners & he provided me much information.

You're right about the deadman switch essentially being redundant on this light; however, on a conventional light with batteries, it's important--unless I want to replace batteries daily! That was also part of my conversation with the ShakeLight person.

I'm probably not going to get one of these for my 2 year old; it's a bit pricey, & too much of an impact weapon for her. Me, now, on the other hand--I want one!

Thanks for your reply. I appreciate it.

David