I kinda assumed it was a hangover from the useless incandescent flashlights up into the 90s. Back then brightest was best and the dim ones were useless.
Arguments on both sides basically amount to "because I said so" as far evidence quality. To make it more fun, the little evidence there is seems to indicate that the answer is there is another unknown factor, some LMHR are gonna pop their heart at 45 and some will live forever like that.
Sunshine, a cold beer, and a backyard concert. Summer is starting early.
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