• Pennomi@lemmy.world
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      27 days ago

      Lithium batteries are very compact and competitive price wise. Not overkill in the slightest.

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        27 days ago

        They often get thrown in the garbage instead of being recycled. They can catch fire when punctured. Not something I would want near a small child when a NiMH would do just as well.

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              27 days ago

              Ya, but unless your 3-year-olds other toys included an icepick and a mallet, I think it’s safe enough assuming you’re also comfortable with them riding in a car on public roads. (Source: I have two boys age 3 and 5 who are not dead yet)