Recent content by Sapient

Thank you for your suggestion. I will give it all the consideration it deserves, plus the time it took to read and respond to.

I thought I would bypass recriminations and mockery by humbling myself before the knowledge and wisdom of the posters here. :bowdown: :yh:

LOL at laser crack. Thanks for your advice everyone.

Thanks. I may take you up on that if I decide not to get rid of it. I feel kind of bad. This looks like a cool hobby, but I don't think I was ready to jump in, and would rather get something I feel more confident in if I do decide to become involved.

I ordered this, though the casing looks slightly different. I also bought some rechargeable batteries and a charger. 200mW 532nm Adjust Focus Mid-Open Green Laser Pointer Pen with Safety Lock(1*CR 123A Included) $26.36 Free Shipping

This forum is so active! :) I did try to send it back, but no refunds unless it doesn't work.

Thanks for the advice. Is it acceptable to sell it in this forum? Otherwise I think I will dispose of it. I do get that it probably isn't 200 mw, but rather a lesser laser without an IR filter.

After watching Youtube videos showing people using lasers, on a whim I bought one online without doing basic research on safety or legal issues. I did my safety research before it came, and realized I made several errors. I bought a 200mW green laser from Hong Kong. I now know it is not legal...