Timing light question

[crate late]

Ok guys my old timing light has gone AWOL and I am in the market for a new one. I have heard that I should only use a regular non advance light on race engines because the dial type are not accurate and I should always time from the degree marks on the balancer instead. So what is a GOOD trustworthy light that isn't going to cost an arm and leg?

[BigBlueFord]

Here's what my engine builder and I use. Very reliable, simple, uses two "D" Cell batteries (so no connection to cars battery required).

http://www.flamingriver.com/index.php/products/timinglights/FR1001


Here's a little better price:

http://www.jrmotorsports.com/product.cfm?InvKey=43905

[ptodd]

get good one from snap-on or msd

[cjer]

Or find a Ferret. Very nice.