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Offline bear2300

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AA or AAA
on: June 09, 2009, 07:03:29 PM
New member after some advice. I am buying a LM Surge for work use and i figure if i am carrying it around i may as well get as many features crammed in the sheath as possible! So i need a recommendation for either a AA or AAA that i can fit in the sheaths elastic side pocket. I was looking at a Serac s2 but i thought if i can find a small enough AA it might be worth it. The Nitecore EZAA looks small but i am open to all suggestions. The Surge sheath is longer than the charges etc. so i thought an AA might be better as i am only planning on buying one to last me.

Any advice appreciated

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Re: AA or AAA
Reply #1 on: June 09, 2009, 07:36:26 PM
I would highly suggest the Fenix EO1, the Gerber Tempo and Fenix LOD However i'm waiting for a Streamlight Micro Stream which should fit.
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Re: AA or AAA
Reply #2 on: June 09, 2009, 07:42:19 PM
Not sure on the AA front but I have a AAA Fenix L0D Q4 and love it.  The slightly updated version is the LD01.  I've heard good things about the AA equivalent the L1D Q5.  Aren't the naming systems great.  :D
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Re: AA or AAA
Reply #3 on: June 09, 2009, 07:59:20 PM
AA might be a bit of a stretch to fit it in the side pocket. Length is not the problem, width is, you may have a hard time getting tool in and out with AA.

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Re: AA or AAA
Reply #4 on: June 09, 2009, 08:09:51 PM
Just checked the L1D,it does fit. However it's a bit tight, but not to tight that you can't get the tool out.
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Re: AA or AAA
Reply #5 on: June 09, 2009, 08:21:29 PM
Fenix LD01.   Perfect for the LM sheaths.    :tu: 
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Re: AA or AAA
Reply #6 on: June 09, 2009, 09:50:45 PM
Quote from: Gareth on June 09, 2009, 07:42:19 PM
Not sure on the AA front but I have a AAA Fenix L0D Q4 and love it.  The slightly updated version is the LD01.  I've heard good things about the AA equivalent the L1D Q5.  Aren't the naming systems great.  :D

I agree, the L0D is a cracking light.

Go for AAA IMO.  Much easier to get in and out.
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Re: AA or AAA
Reply #7 on: June 09, 2009, 09:55:54 PM
+1 on a Fenix. I have an LD10 (AA) and an LD20 (2xAA) which are both excellent lights.
They are both higher output types so obviously eat batteries a little faster than some others - it really depends on what your needs are light wise  :)
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Re: AA or AAA
Reply #8 on: June 10, 2009, 01:07:14 AM
Thanks for the replys. All valid points. The fenix range seems comprehensive. Does anyone have any experience with the serac s2 ? I understand it is made by Fenix as well ? I like the look of the clip setup and the fact it is button on/off. Any comments on the Nitecore EZAA? it might be my only plausible AA option size wise........

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Reply #9 on: June 10, 2009, 02:11:15 AM
Serac S2 is basically a l0d with clicky switch.

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Reply #10 on: June 10, 2009, 03:54:08 AM
I am going with the Fenix LD01. It seems like a great all rounder and perfect size. 50AUD shipped. Perfect. Thanks for the suggestions.

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Re: AA or AAA
Reply #11 on: June 10, 2009, 08:27:20 AM
Quote from: bear2300 on June 10, 2009, 03:54:08 AM
I am going with the Fenix LD01. It seems like a great all rounder and perfect size. 50AUD shipped. Perfect. Thanks for the suggestions.

Great choice mate!
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Re: AA or AAA
Reply #12 on: June 11, 2009, 02:20:27 PM
I just scored a Stainless Steel LD01 on ebay for $40US on best offer option. Seems like a good price. I hate it when your offer is accepted instantly! always makes you think you could have got it cheaper ! I am happy, i got the stainless for the standard price. Happy days.

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Reply #13 on: June 11, 2009, 03:00:14 PM
Oh nice torch.  :tu:  If I didn't have a L0d already it's just the one I'd have gone for.  I'm certain you'll be happy with it.
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Re: AA or AAA
Reply #14 on: June 11, 2009, 05:08:01 PM
 :tu: on the LDO1 BTW did it come with a SS chain? just curious!  :salute:

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Re: AA or AAA
Reply #15 on: June 11, 2009, 05:26:53 PM
Not sure. It just says keychain included in the package contents description. Why do you ask?

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Re: AA or AAA
Reply #16 on: June 11, 2009, 08:57:40 PM
Quote from: bear2300 on June 11, 2009, 05:26:53 PM
Not sure. It just says keychain included in the package contents description. Why do you ask?
I remember seeing a picture once and it came with a nice linked neck chain,not like the normal ball type. And I wanted to know if they all came with that particular chain  :tu:

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