For use day or night the Comet Red Handflare is a short-range distress signal used to pinpoint position. May be carried on ships bridge and six are required to be fitted in ships lifeboats and liferafts. The handflare is suitable for use on other commercial and recreational boats.- Unique telescopic handle with improved grip- Operation by pull wire ignitor.- Produces hot white flame for 60 seconds at 15000 candela