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Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: edap617 on December 20, 2011, 05:02:20 AM
Mine is SolarForce L2T.

(http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee21/edap617/EDC/SolarForce1.jpg)

(http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee21/edap617/EDC/SolarForce2.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike 208 on December 20, 2011, 06:57:23 AM
Recently I bought a Fenix TK-21, EO5 and E11.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: thesuper on December 20, 2011, 07:01:13 AM
Fenix E01 and E05 :tu: E11 will be next.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Essexman on December 20, 2011, 10:30:17 AM
The solarforce LT2 looks good.

I just had some LEDs and other bits sent over from the states to build a mega maglite. I just need to find the time to make it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on December 20, 2011, 10:43:50 AM
Sunwayman V10R XM-L T6... I loved it so much I bought it a pretty tritium bead for xmas :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Essexman on December 20, 2011, 04:28:08 PM
Sunwayman V10R XM-L T6... I loved it so much I bought it a pretty tritium bead for xmas :D

   Come on, you can't talk Ti without photos.   :D

How do you like the Sunwayman in use?  I've the little Ti Sunwayman, I love the twist dimmer control.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Flying Dutchman on December 20, 2011, 06:00:23 PM
Picked up a Serac S3 for $24.99 on Amazon, seems to be the going price for them now, beats the pants of $60-70+ for them a few months ago. Definitely not worth more than $50 to me, but a pretty good light for $25.

Hard to beat the AAA Maratac that put out 80 lumens on a single AAA cell. Before the Serac I picked up 2 of these. Love them.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on December 20, 2011, 06:22:36 PM
My latest. When it is released, I will probably get the XT11 as well.

(http://www.klaruslight.com/d/file/products/Flash_light/2011-11-02/70b461df561efc2949d876a33cc47f76.jpg)
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: tattoosteve99 on December 22, 2011, 03:05:54 AM
Just ordered a 1000 lumen single mode drop in for my flashlight. Also getting 1 or 2 more 3p bodies and soon the parts to build some more.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Black Rose on December 22, 2011, 05:15:33 AM
I have a blue Solarforce L2P body waiting to be unwrapped on Christmas morning...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jekostas on December 22, 2011, 05:51:34 AM
Waiting on a new 1xAAA keychain light to show to replace my Mr Lite KC-05 (nothing wrong with it, it's served me well for a year).  Should be very, very interesting piece based on the specs and what I know what in to it's design.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on December 22, 2011, 06:27:00 AM
I'm currently having a Quark 123^2 Ti modified with a High CRI emitter to complete my Quark Ti Lego Set :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: edap617 on December 22, 2011, 07:46:54 AM
Got my L2T Solarfoce few days ago.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on December 22, 2011, 12:35:32 PM
Just bought a backup E01.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Teofilo on December 22, 2011, 12:47:41 PM
My latest are the EO5 and iTP C6. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on December 22, 2011, 01:59:19 PM
Sunwayman V10R XM-L T6... I loved it so much I bought it a pretty tritium bead for xmas :D

   Come on, you can't talk Ti without photos.   :D

How do you like the Sunwayman in use?  I've the little Ti Sunwayman, I love the twist dimmer control.

Not Ti... just the regular one (hence being a T6 :D)

Nothing extraordinary to report, expect that I REALLY like it!

Lovely smooth beam, easy to use and really bright. Didn't like the clip much myself, so it's on a P7 clip which suits my pockets better, Size wise it's a tad longer and wider than an IncenDio, but worth the extra bulk for the great variable control.

Can't find fault with it at the moment!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Essexman on December 22, 2011, 06:02:02 PM
The variable control is just fantastic on the sunwayman isn't it. Odd thing is now I find myself using the really low more than high.

I'll be keeping an eye on Sunwayman next year.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 23, 2011, 09:48:13 PM
last one I got was a Fenix E05.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: 5hif7y on December 23, 2011, 09:52:51 PM
last one I got was a Fenix E05.

such a great light. everyone should own one.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tofty on December 24, 2011, 11:43:31 AM
I've been a fool and just bought a Jetbeam TC R3 titanium as well as a Klarus MiX6 titanium from Heinne Haynes. I'll post some pictures when i get them. Supposedly getting a Maratac stainless AAA and Titaner titanium AAA for christmas but you never know.

Be fun to see how these stand up to my really cheap MXDL AAA and Ultrafire WF-501B 2xCR123, the latter being the brightest torch i own by far at the moment.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on December 24, 2011, 02:37:34 PM
Tofty
As I told someone last night (as they borrowed my tank 700)
You can't have too many torches  :tu:  :angel:

They will be receiving an MXDL tomorrow  (http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/santasmiley.gif)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tofty on December 24, 2011, 02:53:19 PM
whats a tank 700?
 
You have too many torches when big men come round and take them away again.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 24, 2011, 03:05:46 PM
Likely a Tank007 E07.  A groovy and cheap AA light, that can be simply modded like this:
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,26410.0.html (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,26410.0.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on December 24, 2011, 03:14:48 PM
 :oops: Sorry to confuse things, no its not that one (that looks cooler than mine)
Its the AAA one below, I'm not sure what model it is now  :think:

I have a bad head and can't even type 007 properly  :-[

(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/stuff/201211003c.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: parmenides on December 24, 2011, 03:55:52 PM
Used my amazon GC from my MTO secret santa to pick up one of these:

(http://www.zbattery.com/core/media/media.nl?id=13776&c=288557&h=1eb37ed6243bed4a984e)

TerraLUX TLF-3002AA-BK LightStar300 3-Watt LED Aluminum Flashlight,Titanium Grey.

2xAA batteries.  Dual mode 300/100 lumen output - ok, probably not quite 300 lumens but it is brighter than my previous bright light, which is rated at 200 lumens.  3 hour runtime at high and 24 hour runtime at low.

Great light, I'm really enjoying it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on December 24, 2011, 05:36:34 PM
:oops: Sorry to confuse things, no its not that one (that looks cooler than mine)
Its the AAA one below, I'm not sure what model it is now  :think:

I have a bad head and can't even type 007 properly  :-[

It's a Tank007 E08.

http://www.dealextreme.com/p/tank007-e08-ha-iii-cree-q3-wc-110-lumen-led-flashlight-with-carabiner-clip-1-aaa-1-10440-26990 (http://www.dealextreme.com/p/tank007-e08-ha-iii-cree-q3-wc-110-lumen-led-flashlight-with-carabiner-clip-1-aaa-1-10440-26990)

I have an E07 and 703 and must say Thanks are great. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on December 24, 2011, 08:52:34 PM

Thanks Enki_ck  :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Flying Dutchman on December 25, 2011, 05:20:45 PM
Streamlight Microstream, just got it today! Very nice light. 28 lumens is perfect I think for a single output level. The dual-action pocket clip is way cool, and it comes with a cool neck lanyard.

One thing I found odd, was it was sealed it the clamshell package, with an Energizer AAA alkaline inside the light...seems odd that they would do that instead of offering the battery on the side like Maglite does. No leakage so everything was ship-shape. Great little light!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kirk13 on December 26, 2011, 06:51:55 PM
Bit after the fact,but my flatmate got me these for my birthday earlier this month
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/saks309.jpg)

(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/saks310.jpg)

(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/saks311.jpg)

Dont laugh!I used it on my birthday trip,wouldnt have been able to get into the B+B without it!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: 5hif7y on December 26, 2011, 06:54:48 PM
 :rofl: lego man light. looks great. can you shine both the legs lights  in different direction? that could come in handy some day.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on December 26, 2011, 09:24:14 PM
That is so cool! I've talked myself out of getting one for ages now... lego rocks :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kirk13 on December 26, 2011, 09:42:35 PM
Theres a Darth Vader one too,you know :pok:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jzmtl on December 27, 2011, 03:00:11 AM
Got a 47 quark turbo x on their black friday sale, while good in price and quality I feel this particular model should never have been made due to nature of XML emitter.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: David on December 27, 2011, 03:13:12 AM
Jzmtl what is your concern about the XML emitter? Just curious because I dont know squat about emitters.    :)
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on December 27, 2011, 04:06:27 AM
The XM-L can have some colour shifting issues due to the die size. In a tiny reflector like a Quark, it can start to look pretty ugly.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jzmtl on December 27, 2011, 04:55:18 AM
Jzmtl what is your concern about the XML emitter? Just curious because I dont know squat about emitters.    :)

XML has a much bigger die size than other emitters, so it's pointless to put it in a thrower light. the turbo x (rated 430 lumen) has a big smooth reflector (even bigger than their regular turbo), yet my other light with a smaller orange peel texture reflector (rated 200 lumen) has a smaller and brighter hot spot.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: edap617 on December 27, 2011, 05:10:04 AM
These two, given to me by my  aunt yesterday. She didn't know I have many flashlights already.

(http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee21/edap617/Piggy4092.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Flying Dutchman on December 27, 2011, 11:32:41 PM
Got a Coast G35 LED flashlight for Christmas also, claims 111 lumens, I think its about right. Runs on 3 AAA, has a single red LED also for non-reflective lighting. Not a bad unit, made in Portland, OR.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tofty on December 30, 2011, 09:36:40 PM
The start of my titanium torch collection....

(http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z42/Toftylicious/Torches/TiCollection021P.jpg)

Jetbeam TC-R3,
Klarus MiX6 Ti,
Titaner AAA Flashlight.

The jetbeam is the first torch i've owned with a selector ring and it really is a lovely thing.

The titaner impresseed me and appears to be really well made; with acme threads, a reversed on system like a mini maglite, a GITD board behind the LED so after you turn the torch off you can see it glowing green and fine machining touches all over.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on December 30, 2011, 10:33:19 PM
Very nice stuff.

I'm a big fan of the variable control thing too - got a TC-R2 :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: 5hif7y on December 30, 2011, 11:20:13 PM
i luv the look of the titaner. how do you like its performance?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tofty on December 30, 2011, 11:38:46 PM
yeah the r3 is a little out of date now compaired to the r2, but i just really like the look of it. The r3 doesn't have the infinitely variable system of the r2, just 3 intensity modes and a strobe setting, nice positive action though.

On the titaner, the fact that the head can be fully tightened against the body while off means it's less likely to work loose and fall off, although the thread is a bit short and the o-ring isn't that stiff compaired to the competition so i'm not sure doing things this way round is a great advantage.
It only has 1 mode but i feel modes on torches this small arn't of any real use.
The board looks fairly high end and with a cree led i can't really think there's anything that could be done better.
A nice collectors piece but should survive EDC, the klarus is much smaller, impressively so in fact.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 31, 2011, 01:50:39 AM
mate, that jetbeam is stunning.  :drool:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kirk13 on December 31, 2011, 03:23:21 PM
Got my first Fenix!I'm blown away by the amount of light this little torch generates!

(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/saks344.jpg)
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/saks341.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 31, 2011, 03:43:55 PM
My blue E05 has been a regular feature on my keys since I got one back in October, really useful little light. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kirk13 on January 06, 2012, 07:43:07 PM
Got this on a New Year special on Amazon,to use on a scope mount for my Clubs night shooting championship:

(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/saks377.jpg)
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/saks379.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on January 06, 2012, 08:14:17 PM
It was this.

(http://www.klaruslight.com/d/file/products/Flash_light/2011-11-22/2a192c2a02aea159faf40a2a25ad942b.jpg)

Came this morning and was promptly sent back. Lovely light, but makes a high pitched whine when on.


Newest item then is this, Zebralight H51.

(http://www.zebralight.com/assets/images/H51H51wpackagecontents.jpg)


Whilst not new, this is now running on some new 18650's. Much more economical that CR123's.

(http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp149/realmillhouse/Misc/3MXML_En13.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: 5hif7y on January 06, 2012, 09:44:21 PM
they are great little lights. i got my girlfriend a purple one yesterday. she loves it.

(http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l481/5hif7y/2012-0105-162445915.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on January 06, 2012, 10:21:52 PM
Matching lanyard as well. Nice touch.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Teofilo on January 07, 2012, 08:34:32 AM
Just got this inexpensive little but powerful light: a Fenix E15 :tu:

(http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/IMG_0144a.jpg)

(http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/SAM_0823a.jpg)

(http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/SAM_0830a.jpg)

(http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/SAM_0828a.jpg)

(http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/SAM_0831a.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Essexman on January 07, 2012, 06:50:49 PM
they are great little lights. i got my girlfriend a purple one yesterday. she loves it.

(http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l481/5hif7y/2012-0105-162445915.jpg)

What knot is that at the end? Completion knot or lanayrd knot?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: 5hif7y on January 07, 2012, 08:42:23 PM
they are great little lights. i got my girlfriend a purple one yesterday. she loves it.

(http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l481/5hif7y/2012-0105-162445915.jpg)

What knot is that at the end? Completion knot or lanayrd knot?

i believe its called a lanyard knot. i learnt it from this site http://www.surreyknots.org.uk/2-lanyard-knot.htm (http://www.surreyknots.org.uk/2-lanyard-knot.htm).  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: New_World on January 08, 2012, 05:18:02 AM
fenix tk40
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Essexman on January 08, 2012, 10:46:42 AM
they are great little lights. i got my girlfriend a purple one yesterday. she loves it.

(http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l481/5hif7y/2012-0105-162445915.jpg)

What knot is that at the end? Completion knot or lanayrd knot?

i believe its called a lanyard knot. i learnt it from this site http://www.surreyknots.org.uk/2-lanyard-knot.htm (http://www.surreyknots.org.uk/2-lanyard-knot.htm).  :tu:


Yes I can see it now. If you want a similar knot that uses all four cords look up the completion knot  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: edap617 on January 08, 2012, 11:46:25 AM
Just got this inexpensive little but powerful light: a Fenix E15 :tu:


(http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/SAM_0823a.jpg)

I like that mighty mite, Gene.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Teofilo on January 08, 2012, 02:40:05 PM
Just got this inexpensive little but powerful light: a Fenix E15 :tu:


(http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/SAM_0823a.jpg)

I like that mighty mite, Gene.

Awesome light Ed! At 140 lumens max for a single cr123.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 16, 2012, 02:39:28 PM
I just got a couple of Livarno torches from LIDLs.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/3f7998af.jpg)

more here:
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,35523.new.html#new (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,35523.new.html#new)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 16, 2012, 08:06:59 PM
I just picked up a couple of these from Tesco:

(http://direct.tesco.com/pi/Enlarge/1/AW11203-8191TPS1018325.jpg)

Sadly these are nowhere near as good as their old 2xC lights but at 58p each I though they were too cheap to say no too. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 16, 2012, 09:08:24 PM
Got a Zebralight SC80 from Mel for Valentines day :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 16, 2012, 09:27:38 PM
Got a Zebralight SC80 from Mel for Valentines day :)
I'm very, very jealous mate. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 16, 2012, 09:31:10 PM
Got a Zebralight SC80 from Mel for Valentines day :)
I'm very, very jealous mate. :tu:
It does mean I've had to be nice to here since though, so it's not all good ::) :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on February 16, 2012, 09:53:32 PM
Got a Zebralight SC80 from Mel for Valentines day :)
I'm very, very jealous mate. :tu:
Me too; you lucky dog!!!

I am SO jonesing for an SC80c...  TWO in fact...  I just can't bring myself to spring for two of them though, and I know the only way I'd be happy with them is to have two...  I know my EDC habits, and I'm sure I'd find the body design wouldn't work well for me for EDC, so I'd want to mount them on my bike's handlebar, or on my helmet for riding, and I wouldn't be happy with that unless I had two so I could go all clone-trooper with my helmet.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Nightshade on February 17, 2012, 04:46:19 AM
Just got this inexpensive little but powerful light: a Fenix E15 :tu:

(http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/IMG_0144a.jpg)



Teofilo,
I bought one in December, and for the price point, it is a really nice torch. The constant current regulation is great. My runtime test on low, with a fresh Panasonic CR123, ran for 33.7 hours. More than the advertised time.  :)
I really like the throw that the optic provides. I think it's a poor mans Muyshondt Nautilus.  How is the tint on yours? Mine is very slightly warm.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 17, 2012, 07:07:38 AM
Got a Zebralight SC80 from Mel for Valentines day :)
I'm very, very jealous mate. :tu:
Me too; you lucky dog!!!

I am SO jonesing for an SC80c...  TWO in fact...  I just can't bring myself to spring for two of them though, and I know the only way I'd be happy with them is to have two...  I know my EDC habits, and I'm sure I'd find the body design wouldn't work well for me for EDC, so I'd want to mount them on my bike's handlebar, or on my helmet for riding, and I wouldn't be happy with that unless I had two so I could go all clone-trooper with my helmet.
Well hopefully I'll be able to use it properly over the weekend and I'll report back :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Hammer on February 20, 2012, 10:02:56 AM
I have not done enough research on quality (expensive) flashlights to spend money on one right now, so I stick with the cheap ones I find at Walmart.  I have found a few good ones, though.  Right now I have about 6 lights, most of which are Coleman Max lights, ranging from 110 to 144 lumens.  I really love the Max that puts out 144 lumens.  It runs on 3 AAA batteries, and has 1 LED bulb that lasts for 100,000 hours (who counted?), and it only costs $24.  Anyway, it really comes in handy when I take my dachshund, Willie, who is blind, out in the backyard at night to do his business.  I have a huge fenced in yard that is half grass and half wooded, so I have to walk with Willie, probably more for my sake than his, but I do have to keep an eye out for snakes.  I live in a farming community in South Carolina, so we have some snakes that can ruin your day, and the Coleman Max and my Ruger LCP 380 put my mind at ease.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 21, 2012, 05:53:47 PM
So, drunk with Lumen envy I got this..
It is a low cost light, an Ultrafire (apparently...) possibly a variation of their C8 model, with  5 modes (3 intensities and 2 disco  :D ) Visibly, the LED looks like a real XML-T6
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/38bc07a6.jpg)

The ad http://www.ebay.com/itm/160718384565?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/160718384565?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649) claimed 1300Lm though I expect around 800, as that is what the manufacturer gives.
 http://www.ultrafire.net/showproducts.asp?id=156 (http://www.ultrafire.net/showproducts.asp?id=156)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/ab3a73ad.jpg)
You can see beam comparison pictures, in which it is brighter than the Jetbeam BA20 (270Lm) and the LIDLs Livarno.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/fb82197a.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/bd262397.jpg)

Came with a charger and two batteries. The charger is supposed to be intelligent and the batteries protected.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/c4d5420b.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/ecf9105f.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/e7865d3f.jpg)
One battery was at 3.81V originally and the other at 4.04V.
The charger (LP-101W) charges one battery at a time, which I am happy with, as I do not like to charge batteries together like some chargers do without an individual channel per battery.
When charged the 4.04V stopped at 4.24V (the charger light turned green) but the other one continued, until I checked and it was at 4.27V.
When I plugged it back in the charger went green, so I assume it missed the cut off point the previous time. I thus need to monitor the batteries when they are charging from now on.

General quality is OK, modes work, the threads are fine, there seems to be some gold colour coating on the contacts, the front lens is glass and the reflector is aluminium.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/06c2879b.jpg)

Maybe I will post a better review of it later….
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Beerplumber on February 21, 2012, 07:01:40 PM
Picked up a 5.11 PLx on the weekend. 69 lumens is plenty of light for me. Wish the price was better but $30 isn't bad if it lasts for a couple years. I like it much better than the streamlight stylus pro I gave to the GF.


Stay multi my friends
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on February 21, 2012, 07:02:05 PM
So, drunk with Lumen envy I got this..

 :D
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on February 21, 2012, 09:44:30 PM
claimed 1300Lm though I expect around 800, as that is what the manufacturer gives

I'll give you a tip here.

The U2 XM-L can barely manage 1000 lumens when heatsinked properly and driven at 3A

The T6 certainly had a snowball's chance of reaching 1300 lumens.

The stupid ratings these lights ate given drive me up the wall... But at least it's fun when someone shows me their 1300L light and I make it look like a candle in a jam jar with my 500 lumen light!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 21, 2012, 09:59:56 PM
No hint needed.

I am aware of the exageration in lumens.

Cree gives 1000Lm max for that led, so 1300 is not possible.

From the night experimenting I did, indoors and outdoors, 800 seems reasonable. It is significantly brighter than the BA20.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on February 22, 2012, 12:56:24 AM
Just be careful with those 18650's!  Pay attention to their charge and discharge states or they will breathe fire on you; literally.  Even though they say they're protected, be careful anyway.  Those XXX-fire cells use cheap protection circuits that are known to not always work properly.  As soon as you can afford it, upgrade to something like an AW, RediLast, or a Kallie's Kustom.  They'll give you more power, be safer, and give you more usable cycles out of the cell.

No hint needed.

I am aware of the exageration in lumens.

Cree gives 1000Lm max for that led, so 1300 is not possible.

From the night experimenting I did, indoors and outdoors, 800 seems reasonable. It is significantly brighter than the BA20.

As for myself, apart from my SC80c desires right now, I'm jonesing for a Nailbender neutral XML P60 drop in now for my L2X extended...  something like 650 lumens OTF on max!  Woo hoo!   :drool:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 22, 2012, 07:31:19 AM
Just be careful with those 18650's!  Pay attention to their charge and discharge states or they will breathe fire on you; literally.  Even though they say they're protected, be careful anyway.  Those XXX-fire cells use cheap protection circuits that are known to not always work properly.  As soon as you can afford it, upgrade to something like an AW, RediLast, or a Kallie's Kustom.  They'll give you more power, be safer, and give you more usable cycles out of the cell.

As for myself, apart from my SC80c desires right now, I'm jonesing for a Nailbender neutral XML P60 drop in now for my L2X extended...  something like 650 lumens OTF on max!  Woo hoo!   :drool:

I doubt these cells are protected or give more than 2000mAh, though they claim 3800....  :D

I was going to buy some better batteries, but decided to give these two a chance first, as they were included with the light.

I am aware of the stories on CPF, your favourite forum :D, etc. regarding the 18650s, though from a statistical point of view given the actual number of really bad batteries in use the number of problems seems minimal.

As I wrote, I checked the voltage before, after and in one case during charging just to be on the safe side, though I do not expect them to explode if the voltage goes a bit over 4.24V, as some of the users have convinced themselves will happen  ;) .
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tofty on February 22, 2012, 07:15:23 PM
Just ordered a custom HDS systems EDC Rotary 200 with black bezel, flush tail switch and sapphire lens.
They said it would be shipped in about 5 weeks so March is going to be a frustrating month.

Anyone else with love for the HDS torches?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 22, 2012, 07:18:12 PM
Very envious mate. :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on February 22, 2012, 08:53:14 PM
Just ordered a custom HDS systems EDC Rotary 200 with black bezel, flush tail switch and sapphire lens.
They said it would be shipped in about 5 weeks so March is going to be a frustrating month.

Anyone else with love for the HDS torches?

Yes, but I haven't picked up one yet :D

Just got a Fenix PD10 Titan to play with... I have a Ti habit :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tofty on February 22, 2012, 11:54:55 PM
Nice, i didn't know fenix did titanium additions.
I'm pretty sure i have the same habit, got a Ti Quark Mini on the way too.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: New_World on February 23, 2012, 08:23:12 AM
Nice, i didn't know fenix did titanium additions.
I'm pretty sure i have the same habit, got a Ti Quark Mini on the way too.

I'd love one of those.
I'm jealous! :pok:
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: tattoosteve99 on February 23, 2012, 11:06:29 AM
Just ordered a mododular tail cap from oveready. It's going on my custom 3p :D
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: tattoosteve99 on February 23, 2012, 11:07:37 AM
Also my triple triple is out :(. Can't afford it so I'm going to build a 1d myself with the help of my friend in the maintenance dept.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on February 23, 2012, 07:57:14 PM
Just be careful with those 18650's!  Pay attention to their charge and discharge states or they will breathe fire on you; literally.  Even though they say they're protected, be careful anyway.  Those XXX-fire cells use cheap protection circuits that are known to not always work properly.  As soon as you can afford it, upgrade to something like an AW, RediLast, or a Kallie's Kustom.  They'll give you more power, be safer, and give you more usable cycles out of the cell.

As for myself, apart from my SC80c desires right now, I'm jonesing for a Nailbender neutral XML P60 drop in now for my L2X extended...  something like 650 lumens OTF on max!  Woo hoo!   :drool:

I doubt these cells are protected or give more than 2000mAh, though they claim 3800....  :D

I was going to buy some better batteries, but decided to give these two a chance first, as they were included with the light.

I am aware of the stories on CPF, your favourite forum :D, etc. regarding the 18650s, though from a statistical point of view given the actual number of really bad batteries in use the number of problems seems minimal.

As I wrote, I checked the voltage before, after and in one case during charging just to be on the safe side, though I do not expect them to explode if the voltage goes a bit over 4.24V, as some of the users have convinced themselves will happen  ;) .
Agreed... I think the horror stories about li-ion cells are overstated and overblown.  I've only ever bought AW's so far though, so my experience is biased.

I don't want to even get started about CPF...  I still read and post there from time to time, but ugh!  MTO is my online home now!   :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 23, 2012, 08:03:32 PM
Heinz, I have now ordered a Panasonic 18650, protected, just to get the best performance out of my torch. I posted some current readings too, in my LIDL light thread.  :tu:
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: tattoosteve99 on February 24, 2012, 01:07:48 AM
I've had all kinds of batteries. 16340, 18500, 18340, protected and not protect. I charge them and then try to make them blow. Overcharge and over drain. I've haven't had but 1 leak and it was aa size nimh.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on February 24, 2012, 01:10:07 AM
Heinz, I have now ordered a Panasonic 18650, protected, just to get the best performance out of my torch. I posted some current readings too, in my LIDL light thread.  :tu:
Thanks for the info; I'll check it out.  I've been wanting to try some other brands of cells.  I know that most of the high end 18650 makers like RediLast and AW use the Panasonic core but have their own PCB's and protection circuits in them.  I'm going to need at least two more soon, as I'm planning on getting a Solarforce L2P and a neutral or warm XML module as well.  I'd love to get one of the Nailbender ones, but I've heard that ThruNite makes some nice 3 mode warm XML modules, as does Dereelight. 

Either way, my next lighting puchase is going to be a Solarforce LT1 lantern head attachment.  My wife and I are going to do a short camping trip with our kids over spring break in two weeks, so I want to have the LT1 for that trip.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on February 24, 2012, 09:44:27 AM
I picked up an ITP SA2 Eluma recently for work.  I love it, but the lowest setting(said to be 6 lumens) is a retarted setting for a 2AA flashlight.  Waste of a setting if you ask me.

What i do like about it is everything else.  It has a medium and high of 42(or so) lumens and 230 lumens respectively, with a side mounted selector switch, memory(so you can leave it on one setting), and an infinite beam adjuster built in to the switch. 

It also comes with a ridiculously flimsy belt sheath that was soon replaced by my Bianchi Accumolt holster(with modification for lenghth) and a complete tail switch innards replacement.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 24, 2012, 01:34:19 PM
I picked up an ITP SA2 Eluma recently for work.  I love it, but the lowest setting(said to be 6 lumens) is a retarted setting for a 2AA flashlight.  Waste of a setting if you ask me.

What i do like about it is everything else.  It has a medium and high of 42(or so) lumens and 230 lumens respectively, with a side mounted selector switch, memory(so you can leave it on one setting), and an infinite beam adjuster built in to the switch. 

It also comes with a ridiculously flimsy belt sheath that was soon replaced by my Bianchi Accumolt holster(with modification for lenghth) and a complete tail switch innards replacement.

I love my SA2 as well.  It's just a shame they're not being made any more (or so I understand) as the iTP brand is gone and there's no Olight equivalent on the cards. :-\
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Digit Al on February 24, 2012, 07:52:46 PM
i use a led lenser P7 at home and a T5 at work.
 :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on February 25, 2012, 04:44:59 AM
I picked up an ITP SA2 Eluma recently for work.  I love it, but the lowest setting(said to be 6 lumens) is a retarted setting for a 2AA flashlight.  Waste of a setting if you ask me.

What i do like about it is everything else.  It has a medium and high of 42(or so) lumens and 230 lumens respectively, with a side mounted selector switch, memory(so you can leave it on one setting), and an infinite beam adjuster built in to the switch. 

It also comes with a ridiculously flimsy belt sheath that was soon replaced by my Bianchi Accumolt holster(with modification for lenghth) and a complete tail switch innards replacement.

I love my SA2 as well.  It's just a shame they're not being made any more (or so I understand) as the iTP brand is gone and there's no Olight equivalent on the cards. :-\

I didn't realize ITP was gone!  I love their stuff.  Depending on how long this SA2 lasts I may have to pick up another before they get rare.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jzmtl on February 25, 2012, 05:12:37 AM
Isn't itp just a side brand set up by another flashlight company? Nitecore or somebody else.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 25, 2012, 09:17:27 AM
I read  ???  ITP was part owned/bought by olight who was making all its torches and branding them as itp anyway.

They then decided to get rid of the itp brand as a whole and just put the olight brand on the torches they were making and selling as itp..

Doesn't anybody else lurk in CPF and Budjetlights ??  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on February 25, 2012, 10:54:40 AM
I make a point to avoid CPF for the most part...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 25, 2012, 03:08:17 PM
I make a point to avoid CPF for the most part...

why??  ???

 :D

I did post a thread from CPF in the "Hijacking death" thread a few days back that makes interesting reading..
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on February 25, 2012, 04:02:29 PM
I make a point to avoid CPF for the most part...

why??  ???

 :D

I did post a thread from CPF in the "Hijacking death" thread a few days back that makes interesting reading..


Me too (avoid the place that is).

I find CPF inconsistent and no longer the friendly place it once was.

Here, if you ask a question that has already been asked, or post in the incorrect section, its ok. Over at CPF, sometimes its ok, sometimes other members jump on you, and sometimes the mods jump on you.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on February 25, 2012, 08:52:41 PM
I make a point to avoid CPF for the most part...

why??  ???

 :D

I did post a thread from CPF in the "Hijacking death" thread a few days back that makes interesting reading..


Me too (avoid the place that is).

I find CPF inconsistent and no longer the friendly place it once was.

Here, if you ask a question that has already been asked, or post in the incorrect section, its ok. Over at CPF, sometimes its ok, sometimes other members jump on you, and sometimes the mods jump on you.

Exactly.  CPF is just not my type of place, they used to be though.  Same with EDCF.  I used to love that place but now I don't.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sam Quint on February 26, 2012, 05:33:27 AM
Purchased the Sunwayman L10A last week. I am really enjoying the form factor. Great heatsinking and a constant current driver should produce good runtimes.

(http://i40.tinypic.com/2s9y8ab.jpg)

I joined CPF in 2001 and left very shortly after the original owner's on-line melt down. Early CPF was a fun and unique place.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on February 26, 2012, 06:47:05 AM
The single biggest problem with CPF is they don't tolerate any negative comments about their advertisers. 

I got banned for two weeks for posting that four of the five 4Sevens neutral white lights I've bought from them in the past two years were all green, and that I didn't think they were putting any effort into QC on the tints of their emitters.

I still occasionally read through a few threads there, and make a short post once in a while, but I've pretty much given up on the place.  They're smurf smurfing smurf mongers and they can go smurf themselves for all I care.

I make a point to avoid CPF for the most part...

why??  ???

 :D

I did post a thread from CPF in the "Hijacking death" thread a few days back that makes interesting reading..


Me too (avoid the place that is).

I find CPF inconsistent and no longer the friendly place it once was.

Here, if you ask a question that has already been asked, or post in the incorrect section, its ok. Over at CPF, sometimes its ok, sometimes other members jump on you, and sometimes the mods jump on you.

Exactly.  CPF is just not my type of place, they used to be though.  Same with EDCF.  I used to love that place but now I don't.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on February 26, 2012, 10:07:00 AM
I have seen the effects of their comment censoring, though I wasn't the one being censored.  I have maybe posted twice over there, but I have lurked and read through their archives quite a bit in the past and was always put off by both the advertisement pandering and the general attitude. 

I know we didn't start a thread on EDCF, but man they have gotten weird lately.  Very stiff feeling.

It all makes me grateful that MTO is here and is the way it is.  It's a rare thing.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 26, 2012, 10:28:35 AM
I joined CPF in 2001 and left very shortly after the original owner's on-line melt down. Early CPF was a fun and unique place.

 :think: We need to look after Grant  :salute:, otherwise the moderators will take over!!!!   :ahhh


 :whistle:


 :D

I have read CPF and Budgetlightforum a lot lately, just learning some things; though I am not a member in any of them.

Budgetlightforum is smaller and seems more relaxed, though they tend to complain about CPF a lot but still provide links to topics in it when they need too.. CPF appears more like BF in a way, where emphasis is given on having expensive US made equipment and supporting advertisers...
Budgetlightforum accepts users of cheaper, non US lights more and you do not get the standard "save your money and buy this xxxx expensive US made light" answer you usually get when asking about any cheaper torch...

I posted this unusual CPF thread elsewhere here but here it is again:
http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?332544-ExtremeBeam-do-they-claim-way-too-much (http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?332544-ExtremeBeam-do-they-claim-way-too-much)
I was quite surprised by what was considered acceptable and what unacceptable...

As I said I do read them and get what I need from the forums...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sam Quint on February 26, 2012, 02:21:24 PM

I joined CPF in 2001 and left very shortly after the original owner's on-line melt down. Early CPF was a fun and unique place.

 :think: We need to look after Grant  :salute:, otherwise the moderators will take over!!!!   :ahhh


 :whistle:


 :D






MTO is a oasis! This is one of perhaps five sites that I frequent anymore. And the only one that relates to EDC gear. I found SO many gear forums to be redundant, predictable and very boring. If you don't own this latest and greatest XYZ gear you won't survive the upcoming Zombie a-pork-a-lips and- if I use my EDC it won't be pretty any more -crowds.  ???
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 26, 2012, 06:55:06 PM
I joined CPF in 2001 and left very shortly after the original owner's on-line melt down. Early CPF was a fun and unique place.

 :think: We need to look after Grant  :salute:, otherwise the moderators will take over!!!!   :ahhh


 :whistle:


 :D

I have read CPF and Budgetlightforum a lot lately, just learning some things; though I am not a member in any of them.

Budgetlightforum is smaller and seems more relaxed, though they tend to complain about CPF a lot but still provide links to topics in it when they need too.. CPF appears more like BF in a way, where emphasis is given on having expensive US made equipment and supporting advertisers...
Budgetlightforum accepts users of cheaper, non US lights more and you do not get the standard "save your money and buy this xxxx expensive US made light" answer you usually get when asking about any cheaper torch...

I posted this unusual CPF thread elsewhere here but here it is again:
http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?332544-ExtremeBeam-do-they-claim-way-too-much (http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?332544-ExtremeBeam-do-they-claim-way-too-much)
I was quite surprised by what was considered acceptable and what unacceptable...

As I said I do read them and get what I need from the forums...

(http://fc03.deviantart.net/fs11/i/2006/192/8/f/evil_plotting_by_Little_Vampire.gif)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on February 26, 2012, 10:27:04 PM
One thing I do respect about Jon over at EDCF, is that when he and Maxpedition got into their tiff, Jon didn't put any pressure on the members to stop buying or fully reviewing Maxped products.  He made his opinions clear but that's all. 

I know I'm kinda the only one talking about EDCF, but I wanted to leave it on a positive note!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on February 26, 2012, 11:17:11 PM
One thing I do respect about Jon over at EDCF, is that when he and Maxpedition got into their tiff, Jon didn't put any pressure on the members to stop buying or fully reviewing Maxped products.  He made his opinions clear but that's all. 

I know I'm kinda the only one talking about EDCF, but I wanted to leave it on a positive note!

I agree with your earlier comments about there being a "stiff" feeling at EDCF.  My experience is that unless you're part of their clique anything you might post will just be ignored or simply deleted.  The vast majority of posts there don't seem to be very helpful, in other words, when someone posts asking for info or with a question, there never seems to be any straight answer given.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on February 27, 2012, 12:14:57 AM
There is a whole lotta "You should have looked here before posting" crap. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on February 27, 2012, 03:27:41 AM
There is a whole lotta "You should have looked here before posting" crap.
+1.  Exactly.  That's what I was trying to say, just couldn't think of how to say it! :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on February 27, 2012, 04:20:59 AM
There is a whole lotta "You should have looked here before posting" crap.
+1.  Exactly.  That's what I was trying to say, just couldn't think of how to say it! :)

 :D

That type of thing drives me nuts.  I understand why they do it, but it's still rude the WAY they do it.  If I want to know something, it's easier to ask than it is to peruse an archive, that's why you ask!  If it's a painfully obvious thing, then our MO should be followed ie "here is your answer, and for future reference here is a link to a lot more information on the same topic".  This eliminates multiple threads in a much nicer way.  That way even a google search will provide links to additional info through one or two threads.  Why people have to be rude about it is beyond me.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on February 27, 2012, 03:43:53 PM
Too many pointless rules and people who enjoy patronising others doth not a happy forum maketh ;)

MTO is home as far as I'm concerned, regardless where else I read/post. I have made a couple of friends on other forums, but it's rare compared to the great peeps I know through this joint :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Hammer on February 28, 2012, 08:00:58 AM
There is a whole lotta "You should have looked here before posting" crap.
+1.  Exactly.  That's what I was trying to say, just couldn't think of how to say it! :)

 :D

That type of thing drives me nuts.  I understand why they do it, but it's still rude the WAY they do it.  If I want to know something, it's easier to ask than it is to peruse an archive, that's why you ask!  If it's a painfully obvious thing, then our MO should be followed ie "here is your answer, and for future reference here is a link to a lot more information on the same topic".  This eliminates multiple threads in a much nicer way.  That way even a google search will provide links to additional info through one or two threads.  Why people have to be rude about it is beyond me.

Agreed!  Maybe I want up to date information, or maybe I have already done the searching and simply not found the information I was looking for, not to mention that engaging in conversation through these threads is the only way to meet people in these venues.  Just my 2 cents worth.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 28, 2012, 08:06:43 AM
That is why I was strongly against introducing the "beating the dead horse" icon to this forum.

In any forum that has been running for a few years practically everything would have been discussed in one way or another, but new opinions, equipment, reviews etc are allways usefull.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on February 28, 2012, 09:21:33 AM
Too many pointless rules and people who enjoy patronising others doth not a happy forum maketh ;)

MTO is home as far as I'm concerned, regardless where else I read/post. I have made a couple of friends on other forums, but it's rare compared to the great peeps I know through this joint :cheers:
Well said!   :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on February 28, 2012, 09:45:00 PM
Okay, let me apologize for derailing this by getting things back on track here!  :)

Today I received the Solarforce LT1 lantern head attachment I ordered last week.  Also got a lanyard ring too.  I'm going to put it on my L2R with my Lumens Factory HCRI module in it and see how it works.  I'll report in later with some pics.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tofty on March 03, 2012, 08:25:19 PM
Just got a couple of new lights:
A new Jetbeam RRT-2 XML and a used but very tidy Surefire U2 Ultra.

(http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z42/Toftylicious/Torches/SelectorRings010P.jpg)

(http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z42/Toftylicious/Torches/SelectorRings012P.jpg)


I've wanted a U2 for over 4 years, ever since i first read the old 2007 catalog, looking through it to find their best torch for my needs and although it's quoted output is only 100 lumens it's certainly not junk even compared to the Jetbeams stated 460 lumens in a garden lighting contest (surefire must have had the most conservative output figures of any manufacturer).

Both lights have a selector ring (with the U2 being the first to ever have one?) which i much refer to clicky modes. In fact they really are quite similar, almost as if the Jetbeam is the true evolutionary result of the original Surefire, taking the best aspects of it such as power, quality and user interface while reducing some of the negatives like the insane price which the U2s official replacement, the UM2, will completely fail to do i'm sure.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: 665ae on March 03, 2012, 08:27:41 PM
I just picked up a Jetbeam PA40.  Damn you guys for talking about them here... I just couldn't resist.

It's a pretty impressive light.  A lot more flood than I expected.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jzmtl on March 03, 2012, 09:33:13 PM
I wanted an U2 really bad when it was new on the market, probably the most impressive light that came out for quite some time. Never got around to though with the high price, even on secondary markets.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on March 03, 2012, 11:47:21 PM
The light I'm jonesing for most right now is the Zebralight SC80c. 

I also want a Dereelight XML T4 warm P60 module as well.  600 Lumens OTF of warm tinted goodness!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: andix on March 11, 2012, 07:15:48 AM
Streamlight Sidewinder 2AA. Actually I am using all its functions, and the swivel head is awesome. Nothing else you could ask from a task light. For throw, I still have the Fenix TK-15 (meh...)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Jors on March 13, 2012, 06:18:54 PM
I was browsing through several internet pages about small. powerful 1 X AAA size flashlights for quite some time and time and again the Maratac AAA (80 lumens) flashlight came up. Since it is not available here in South Africa, I ordered it yesterday. Apart from the small size and moderately high power for such a small light, it is of Stainless steel and therefor not so much prone to wear than aluminum, so I bought it.

Seems to me the ordinary 1 X AAA lights are generally poorly coated and wear down quickly. The better grade coated ones are so expensive that I am not willing to pay as much.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on March 13, 2012, 06:21:38 PM
Romisen RC-K4
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on March 21, 2012, 11:09:26 PM
Fenix PD32 running off an 18650 battery, joins my EDC rotation.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: tony3131 on April 06, 2012, 08:41:34 AM
I got a small,  green,powerful flashlight on  a online store,beautiful.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on April 12, 2012, 05:07:23 PM
Trustfire TR-3T6  :drool:  :drool:  :drool:

...I am sure I must have same inadequacy somewhere to get this...  :facepalm:

I will write some more about it soon
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on April 12, 2012, 05:17:47 PM
Just added an ITP A3 EOS to my car keys
Thanks Nuphoria  :salute:

(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/stuff/120412016.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tofty on April 12, 2012, 06:08:36 PM
I like the finish on your artifact
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on April 12, 2012, 08:56:19 PM
I like the finish on your artifact

Thanks Tofty they shine up very nicely  :tu:

(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/stuff/110210029.jpg)
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Beerplumber on April 21, 2012, 08:57:24 PM
Trustfire TR-3T6  :drool:  :drool:  :drool:

...I am sure I must have same inadequacy somewhere to get this...  :facepalm:

I will write some more about it soon
That looks like fun DKS! Looks like one of those things that I think I need but might not actually need and will buy regardless. Have you posted details yet?


Stay multi my friends
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on April 21, 2012, 09:08:37 PM
yes, there is a sort of review in the threads below, in this forum
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: tattoosteve99 on April 22, 2012, 06:05:23 PM
Got my e1e back from the coater. Armor black ohhh black perfection :). Thanks again to Millhouse for the head.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sergemaster on April 23, 2012, 12:48:14 AM
Amici,
Right now I have a Fenix E01 clipped onto a lanyard that's clipped to a Vic Craftsman with Stayglow scales. It's not too bad, but so far nothing comes close to beating my Stylus Microstream. Although it takes only one AAA, upgrade it to a Lithium and you'll have about 4-5 hours of continious lighting. 

Cheers,
Serge
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on April 23, 2012, 07:28:48 PM
These 3 arrived today.
Small Sun ZY-5T1

More here:

http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,35523.msg595713.html#msg595713 (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,35523.msg595713.html#msg595713)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on April 24, 2012, 05:18:49 PM
Micro Lenser V9
..with the most stupid choise of place to put a sticker on..

more about it at the usual place in the Review section
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on April 24, 2012, 05:50:17 PM
I got a GREAT little light off nuphoria at the UK meet a few weeks back, or whenever it was (lost all track of time) ... can't for the life of me remember what it is without looking on the box  :rofl: I'll never make a flashaholic  :D :D :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on April 24, 2012, 06:00:33 PM
Al, It's a Sunwayman V10R XML T6.... shiny :D


I finally got the Ti+ version which was my replacement for it and it doesn't come close to the quality of the alu version ::)
Sunwayman have already promised to provide a care kit to replace the switch which is bloody awful. Lots of other gripes online about it.

So to console myself and hedge my Ti light bets, I also picked up one of these new Jetbeams:

(http://goinggear.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/j/e/jetbeam_tcr09_1.jpg)

http://www.jet-beam.com/links/pro/TCR1.aspx (http://www.jet-beam.com/links/pro/TCR1.aspx)


Initial thought.... sweet mama, hell yeah :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on April 24, 2012, 06:06:33 PM
Al, It's a Sunwayman V10R XML T6.... shiny :D

See what I mean, I'll never remember that. I have enough trouble remembering my own postcode  :rofl: Sorry to hear the "upgrade" was a let down. If you want the other one back .... tough!  :P :D :D :D

 The Jetbeam looks a bit fandango  :drool: Didn't you have something similar but bigger at the meet? Wasn't that Jetbeam too?
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Beerplumber on April 24, 2012, 07:55:53 PM
This puppy came in yesterday, I'll reserve my opinion of it once my 18650's show up. On 3xAAA's it is less than spectacular. I do like the GITD button though.


Stay multi my friends
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 24, 2012, 08:48:26 PM
Al, It's a Sunwayman V10R XML T6.... shiny :D


I finally got the Ti+ version which was my replacement for it and it doesn't come close to the quality of the alu version ::)
Sunwayman have already promised to provide a care kit to replace the switch which is bloody awful. Lots of other gripes online about it.

So to console myself and hedge my Ti light bets, I also picked up one of these new Jetbeams:

(http://goinggear.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/j/e/jetbeam_tcr09_1.jpg)

http://www.jet-beam.com/links/pro/TCR1.aspx (http://www.jet-beam.com/links/pro/TCR1.aspx)


Initial thought.... sweet mama, hell yeah :D

shame the Ti Sunwayman was a disappointment, the Al one Al got was lovely. ;)

That Jetbeam look fantastic as well though and I hope we're going to see more of that style of UI, very pleasing to use IMO. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Styerman on April 25, 2012, 12:37:32 AM
My last was a Surefire Saint Minimus ( fall of 2011 ) . Bought a Z68 tailcap for my Surefire E1B at the same time . Bout due for another . I own/carry very few , I've found it's cheaper to go top of the line .

Chris
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Beerplumber on April 25, 2012, 10:40:02 PM
My last was a Surefire Saint Minimus ( fall of 2011 ) . Bought a Z68 tailcap for my Surefire E1B at the same time . Bout due for another . I own/carry very few , I've found it's cheaper to go top of the line .

Chris
How do you like the Saint? I really like mine although I wish it would put out a little more like 200lm. I say that but in pitch black I don't even run it wide open as is. I put a drop of mineral oil into the pivots last night which is nice to pivot but now adjusting brightness is sometimes a two handed job.


Stay multi my friends
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on April 26, 2012, 12:25:51 AM
Yes, the Jetbeam at the meet was the TCR2, this new one is the TCR1 - no clicky so much shorter.

REALLY liking it at the moment :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on April 26, 2012, 06:25:31 PM
Got a couple of sets of bike lights, 8 euro ffrom LIDL.

15Lm.
I buy several bike lights every year.

There is a surpising amount of electronics in them though I think this is to enable you to recharge batteries in it too, according to the manual.
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GForGeep on April 27, 2012, 12:44:39 AM
I just got a mini Zebralight collection in, SC31, SC51, SC80 and the H51. I love them all. Wish it was dark 16 hours a day so I'd have more time to play with them.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on April 27, 2012, 03:01:37 AM
I just got a mini Zebralight collection in, SC31, SC51, SC80 and the H51. I love them all. Wish it was dark 16 hours a day so I'd have more time to play with them.

Wow, thats quite the instant collection!  :o

I love my sc50w+.  Very nice UI, tint is amazing.  Let us know what you think about yours.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Styerman on April 27, 2012, 05:33:23 AM
My last was a Surefire Saint Minimus ( fall of 2011 ) . Bought a Z68 tailcap for my Surefire E1B at the same time . Bout due for another . I own/carry very few , I've found it's cheaper to go top of the line .

Chris
How do you like the Saint? I really like mine although I wish it would put out a little more like 200lm. I say that but in pitch black I don't even run it wide open as is. I put a drop of mineral oil into the pivots last night which is nice to pivot but now adjusting brightness is sometimes a two handed job.


Stay multi my friends


I really like mine , for my use power is more than adequate . I usually only use it at about 25% . The beast is tuff like a pig's nose - it's taken a few good bashes .

BTW , they now make a 2xAA version , and a desert camo version .

If I run across one , I'll score an AA .

Chris
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GForGeep on April 27, 2012, 06:50:03 AM
I just got a mini Zebralight collection in, SC31, SC51, SC80 and the H51. I love them all. Wish it was dark 16 hours a day so I'd have more time to play with them.

Wow, thats quite the instant collection!  :o

I love my sc50w+.  Very nice UI, tint is amazing.  Let us know what you think about yours.  :tu:

I have a Jetbeam RRT0 XML and a bunch of quarks, I love them all. The Zebralights small form, enhanced output on eneloops, and UI put them in a whole different category and I always have one in my EDC rotation either as a backup to my quarks or a main light. I want an SC600 and hopefully a Q50 if it's ever released.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on April 27, 2012, 08:52:01 AM
I'm considering ordering another Fenix e01 ... a blue one.. to match my blue LM Micra... :D omg.. I don't need it... but I want it... shall I buy or shall I not... *help* I'm not a flashaholic, I'm not, I'm not, I'm not, HEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEELP :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 27, 2012, 09:28:01 AM
Why not look at a E05?  That way you are not just buying the same light and it is easier to justify to yourself. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on April 27, 2012, 09:31:05 AM
Why not look at a E05?  That way you are not just buying the same light and it is easier to justify to yourself. :D


Hm.... hey, you were supposed to say NO, do NOT buy! :D :D :D I'll give it some thought... by the time my salary gets transferred... lol
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on April 27, 2012, 09:39:11 AM
I'm considering ordering another Fenix e01 ... a blue one.. to match my blue LM Micra... :D omg.. I don't need it... but I want it... shall I buy or shall I not... *help* I'm not a flashaholic, I'm not, I'm not, I'm not, HEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEELP :D

The 1st step is to admit you have a problem...


The 2nd is to accept the things you cannot change and go buy the shiny thing :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on April 27, 2012, 09:56:41 AM
I'm considering ordering another Fenix e01 ... a blue one.. to match my blue LM Micra... :D omg.. I don't need it... but I want it... shall I buy or shall I not... *help* I'm not a flashaholic, I'm not, I'm not, I'm not, HEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEELP :D

The 1st step is to admit you have a problem...


The 2nd is to accept the things you cannot change and go buy the shiny thing :D


 :rofl: I mustn't be allowed near money any more :X
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on April 27, 2012, 11:17:48 AM
I'm considering ordering another Fenix e01 ... a blue one.. to match my blue LM Micra... :D omg.. I don't need it... but I want it... shall I buy or shall I not... *help* I'm not a flashaholic, I'm not, I'm not, I'm not, HEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEELP :D

The 1st step is to admit you have a problem...


The 2nd is to accept the things you cannot change and go buy the shiny thing :D


 :rofl: I mustn't be allowed near money any more :X

http://lightake.com/detail.do/sku.Fenix_E01_LED_Flashlight_Blue-28720 (http://lightake.com/detail.do/sku.Fenix_E01_LED_Flashlight_Blue-28720) 

Cheapest you can find with free worldwide shipping, (coupon code SNAPSHOT gets you 5% discount > $13.29 )

other colours are available too, if you maybe want an orange one too. :pok: One E01 simply isn't enough.  >:D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on April 27, 2012, 11:30:59 AM
enki_ck


Thanks :D  I'd actually found sth on eBay... I don't get where the location is. The currency is British pound (?), but the location says USA

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Fenix-LED-E01-Blue-Flashlight-/270963660908?pt=UK_SportsLeisure_Camping_LightsLanternsTorches&hash=item3f16b1586c (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Fenix-LED-E01-Blue-Flashlight-/270963660908?pt=UK_SportsLeisure_Camping_LightsLanternsTorches&hash=item3f16b1586c)


I hoped, if it was in Britain somewhere, that may be the shipping would be faster... I'll see... Just I'm still "learning" to shop online... lol. My first E01 I bought from my own country for 22 BGN + 7 BGN shipping = 29 BGN ... and now this one would be sth around 19 BGN with shipping included *crazy*

Yeah, and especially that trick with the colours.... I guess later I'll want all colours... grr :D (I shouldn't, I mustn't, I won't :D who am I kidding)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on April 27, 2012, 11:47:20 AM
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Fenix-LED-E01-Blue-Flashlight-/270963660908?pt=UK_SportsLeisure_Camping_LightsLanternsTorches&hash=item3f16b1586c (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Fenix-LED-E01-Blue-Flashlight-/270963660908?pt=UK_SportsLeisure_Camping_LightsLanternsTorches&hash=item3f16b1586c)


that's a great price, go for it. I don't buy anything locally. The price of an E01 is $25 and LD01 $90 here :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on April 27, 2012, 11:56:42 AM
enki_ck


Thanks :D  I'd actually found sth on eBay... I don't get where the location is. The currency is British pound (?), but the location says USA

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Fenix-LED-E01-Blue-Flashlight-/270963660908?pt=UK_SportsLeisure_Camping_LightsLanternsTorches&hash=item3f16b1586c (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Fenix-LED-E01-Blue-Flashlight-/270963660908?pt=UK_SportsLeisure_Camping_LightsLanternsTorches&hash=item3f16b1586c)


I hoped, if it was in Britain somewhere, that may be the shipping would be faster... I'll see... Just I'm still "learning" to shop online... lol. My first E01 I bought from my own country for 22 BGN + 7 BGN shipping = 29 BGN ... and now this one would be sth around 19 BGN with shipping included *crazy*

Yeah, and especially that trick with the colours.... I guess later I'll want all colours... grr :D (I shouldn't, I mustn't, I won't :D who am I kidding)


I don't know about making anything faster, but if you need something purchased here in the UK and sent on to you, just drop me a PM :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on April 27, 2012, 12:15:48 PM
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Fenix-LED-E01-Blue-Flashlight-/270963660908?pt=UK_SportsLeisure_Camping_LightsLanternsTorches&hash=item3f16b1586c (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Fenix-LED-E01-Blue-Flashlight-/270963660908?pt=UK_SportsLeisure_Camping_LightsLanternsTorches&hash=item3f16b1586c)


that's a great price, go for it. I don't buy anything locally. The price of an E01 is $25 and LD01 $90 here :ahhh




The US are the shopping paradise.... :D



nuphoria, thank you for the offer! : )
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GForGeep on April 27, 2012, 01:04:50 PM
From one flashaholic to another, goinggear.com has good stuff. Discount code ggcpf10 for 10% off. Good stuff
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on April 27, 2012, 02:14:48 PM
From one flashaholic to another, goinggear.com has good stuff. Discount code ggcpf10 for 10% off. Good stuff

Oh yeah, and reasonable shipping to this side of the pond. They are always great to deal with :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: New_World on April 30, 2012, 06:50:48 AM
surefire x300
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: victoritool on May 01, 2012, 01:20:27 AM
just ordered a fenix LD 22 apparently wont get here for another 2 weeks :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Lynn LeFey on May 01, 2012, 01:54:44 AM
While I have a Gerber Infinity Ultra-M on the way, I just got these in the mail today: a bunch of fauxtons. They're plenty bright. The little button intended to keep them on actually works (which I understand isn't always the case), and they're 10 for $5 (with shipping factored in). They don't need to be great. I'm just putting them on backpack zippers and such.

http://www.amazon.com/MICRO-BLACK-KEYCHAIN-BRIGHT-FLASHLIGHT/dp/B001I9EICI/ref=pd_ybh_3 (http://www.amazon.com/MICRO-BLACK-KEYCHAIN-BRIGHT-FLASHLIGHT/dp/B001I9EICI/ref=pd_ybh_3)

(http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m208/lynnlefey/IMGP1282.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 02, 2012, 06:42:10 PM
Here's my new Romisen RC-29 (http://www.dealextreme.com/p/romisen-rc-29-cree-q5-wc-3-mode-180-lumen-convex-lens-led-flashlight-with-strap-1-aa-1-14500-50679).

(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/Torches/romisen003.jpg)

(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/Torches/romisen005.jpg)

Not dark yet but it looks super bright with a 14500 in it and focused down to a tight spot. 8)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on May 02, 2012, 10:26:04 PM
Looking forward to seeing this one in action  :tu: at the meet maybe?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 02, 2012, 10:29:52 PM
Looking forward to seeing this one in action  :tu: at the meet maybe?
absolutely. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on May 02, 2012, 11:34:11 PM
Cool... great shots of it too :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 03, 2012, 12:41:08 AM
Cool... great shots of it too :tu:
ta very much. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: parnass on May 03, 2012, 04:56:41 AM
My newest flashlight is a 2xAAA Pelican 1920 (shown in the middle in the photo below).

The Pelican 1920 is my favorite penlight and has been serving EDC duty.  It is a little brighter than the C4 Streamlight Stylus Pro, has a larger hot spot, and a thicker battery tube.  Both lights have forward clicky switches which provide momentary action.

(http://parnass.com/images/penlights5.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on May 03, 2012, 05:25:48 AM
Great light Parnass!  I love the streamlights but have always found them a bit on the dim side for what they are.  I prefer my Fenix over my streamlight, but if that pelican has a decent hotspot without a noticeable corona then I may look at getting one.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on May 03, 2012, 12:28:22 PM
I really like the look of that as a work light. Not available over here though, and my funds are being rapidly consumed by other things  :(
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Styerman on May 04, 2012, 04:33:10 AM
I'm a penlight junky , that Peli 1920 looks like a cool little light . Is there a pocket clip ?

Chris
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: parnass on May 04, 2012, 02:41:33 PM
I'm a penlight junky , that Peli 1920 looks like a cool little light . Is there a pocket clip ?

The Pelican 1920 has a decent pocket clip, although hidden from view in my photo.   Pelican's web page contains several photos showing the pocket clip.  Check it out:

http://pelican.com/lights_detail.php?recordID=1920 (http://pelican.com/lights_detail.php?recordID=1920)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Currahee on May 05, 2012, 08:16:33 AM
I have EDC'd a Zebralight SC600 for several months and absolutely love it! It's just under 4.25" and claims 750 lumens on one 18650 rechargeable lithium ion battery. It's small enough to fit comfortably in whatever I'm wearing, and I carry it on my person both day and night.

(http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c267/sweetdaddyroses/ZebraLight%20Millie%20Para2%20EDC/DSC00035.jpg)

(http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c267/sweetdaddyroses/Zebra%20Lanyard/DSC00016.jpg)

(http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c267/sweetdaddyroses/Zebra%20Lanyard/DSC00042.jpg)

(http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c267/sweetdaddyroses/Zebra%20Lanyard/DSC00007.jpg)

The Zebralight SC600 has an XML emitter and is an amazing little light. I love the user interface on this light, also!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on May 05, 2012, 01:11:52 PM
Nice - the SC600 is at the top of my "really shouldn't buy it" list :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Lynn LeFey on May 05, 2012, 08:57:17 PM
My Gerber Infinity Ultra-M finally showed up!

Good size/weight, super sturdy clip, and I have no fear of this thing breaking. I'm know it's made for long duration, not brightness, and that's what I was looking for, but It's REALLY low output. I'll see how I like it after a while.

(http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m208/lynnlefey/IMGP1289.jpg)
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GForGeep on May 05, 2012, 09:27:19 PM
My Gerber Infinity Ultra-M finally showed up!

Good size/weight, super sturdy clip, and I have no fear of this thing breaking. I'm know it's made for long duration, not brightness, and that's what I was looking for, but It's REALLY low output. I'll see how I like it after a while.

(http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m208/lynnlefey/IMGP1289.jpg)

Lynn, If you're not happy with it, I'll buy it from you. Being a flashaholic, I have no problem taking if off of your hands of you're not happy with it. One of the few types I don't have yet.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on May 08, 2012, 04:36:11 PM
Xtar D02, diving torch
I will post some more about it in my usual review thread.
Smaller than I expected (C8 sized), deliberately chose the AAA model for ease when away from home.


Full specifications here:
http://www.xtarlight.com/en/05-chanpin/p-001-1.asp?styleid=126 (http://www.xtarlight.com/en/05-chanpin/p-001-1.asp?styleid=126)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tofty on May 08, 2012, 07:20:46 PM
I'd be interested to hear how well the xtars level selector works as it seems quite a hard design to seal from the water.


Deja vu anyone? I got a Zebralight SC600 a week or so ago along with an iTP A3 titanium and a Jetbeam TCR1, all nice in their own special way.

(http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z42/Toftylicious/Torches/Zebralight004P.jpg)

(http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z42/Toftylicious/Torches/Zebralight003P.jpg)


It still amuses me how much smaller the zebralight is compared to other 18650 lights.

(http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z42/Toftylicious/Torches/Zebralight005P.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on May 08, 2012, 07:46:37 PM
Tofty, there is no physical contact between the selector and the inside, from what I can see and understand.
A system is used that detects the position of the switch and adjusts the brightness accordingly.
I assume it will be something similar to the systems used in metal detectors, utilising the effect a metal has in the uniformity of an electric field.
Basically the switch is on "off" untill halfway up and then it switches on, on low, getting brighter the further up it moves, like if a rheostat was used.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on May 08, 2012, 08:08:15 PM
I received this sweet little penlight today. Solitaire for size reference.

(http://i493.photobucket.com/albums/rr294/nickpong/P5080083.jpg)

It's the Led Lenser Chipfire V16. Low output, I't say in the 4-6 lumen range, but great for checking into tight spaces or dressy attire.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Lynn LeFey on May 10, 2012, 09:31:03 PM
Thanks to GforGeep's suggestion, I'm now a proud owner of a Preon 1. Wow... totally digging it.
(http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m208/lynnlefey/IMGP1296.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on May 10, 2012, 09:38:09 PM
Thanks to GforGeep's suggestion, I'm now a proud owner of a Preon 1. Wow... totally digging it.
(http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m208/lynnlefey/IMGP1296.jpg)

 :drool: :drool:


enki_ck,

Love yours, too :D I'm I commented on it, but it seems it wasn't here %)  :think: Or I'm going nuts..
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GForGeep on May 10, 2012, 11:08:17 PM
Awesome, glad it worked out for you. Let me know if the preon red goes with the SAK red, I'm getting a swisschamp soon and I want to color coordinate. If you have a 10440 Li-ion battery, the preon gets pretty bright. And the tail clicky option is great for fast, one handed mode changing...

Wow, I'm a flashaholic, and I have a problem.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Lynn LeFey on May 11, 2012, 12:00:02 AM
Wow, I'm a flashaholic, and I have a problem.

Is your problem that you don't have enough flash-lights?  :rofl: :rofl:

I'm really no help.

I'll see about getting a shot with a VIC and my red Squirt S4.

EDIT: And... here it is. The Squirt is slightly toward magenta, and the Preon is a little moreso.
(http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m208/lynnlefey/IMGP1297.jpg)
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on May 11, 2012, 09:27:41 AM

It still amuses me how much smaller the zebralight is compared to other 18650 lights.

(http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z42/Toftylicious/Torches/Zebralight005P.jpg)

That is an impressive size difference... But that Alpha is one sexy beast!
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GForGeep on May 11, 2012, 12:06:43 PM
Wow, I'm a flashaholic, and I have a problem.

Is your problem that you don't have enough flash-lights?  :rofl: :rofl:

I'm really no help.

I'll see about getting a shot with a VIC and my red Squirt S4.

EDIT: And... here it is. The Squirt is slightly toward magenta, and the Preon is a little moreso.
(http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m208/lynnlefey/IMGP1297.jpg)

Thanks for the picture Lynn, almost pulled the trigger on a red preon but it looks closer to "pretty pink" instead of "royal red" as they name it. Looks like its back to the old drawing board for my next flashlight.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Lynn LeFey on May 11, 2012, 06:54:54 PM
The red clicky-cap is also on back-order on the 4Sevens site at the moment. So... yeah, if you wanted to get that for your light, you might be best to go with another color.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gryffin on May 11, 2012, 07:00:10 PM
Lumapower LM21: 1xAAA, 10440-compatible, three modes / no blinkies, forward clicky, very light, very bright. Gonna try this as a lightweight summer EDC light.  :tu:

(http://www.lumapower.com/Online%20Web/contents/media/l_edc_lm21_01_resize.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 11, 2012, 07:08:57 PM
Lumapower LM21: 1xAAA, 10440-compatible, three modes / no blinkies, forward clicky, very light, very bright. Gonna try this as a lightweight summer EDC light.  :tu:

(http://www.lumapower.com/Online%20Web/contents/media/l_edc_lm21_01_resize.jpg)
that's an excellent looking little light. :tu:  Love the fact it's a multi-level with tail switch.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gryffin on May 11, 2012, 07:17:42 PM
that's an excellent looking little light. :tu:  Love the fact it's a multi-level with tail switch.

Yeah, and a pocket clip, too. Don't see all those features together very often.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on May 11, 2012, 09:05:05 PM
that's an excellent looking little light. :tu:  Love the fact it's a multi-level with tail switch.

Yeah, and a pocket clip, too. Don't see all those features together very often.

Agreed... been tempted by this one myself.

Your thoughts on it would be cool :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gryffin on May 11, 2012, 09:29:55 PM
Agreed... been tempted by this one myself.

Your thoughts on it would be cool :)

OK, a quickie review...

Fit and finish are excellent, with dark greenish grey HA-III anodizing, smooth threads, and o-rings at both ends. The GITD switch boot protrudes a bit, but it kinda has to in a light of this size; the switch is fairly stiff, and unlikely to turn on in your pocket. There's no mode memory, so it always comes on in Low; probably a good idea just in case it *did* turn on accidently when running on lithium-ion, since it heats up pretty fast on High!

The LOP reflector is pretty deep for this class of light, but not as deep as my AKOray K-103 (which is freakishly deep, as well as larger diameter). That said, the beam pattern is almost identical to my Maratac AAA, which uses a much shallower OP reflector.  :think:

The Low mode is VERY low, the Medium is good for most uses, and the High fairly impressive. Unlike some lights in this class (Fenix, I'm lookin' at you!), you have all three modes on either Eneloop or 10440. On both batteries, though, max output is a bit less than the Maratac, but the Maratac is a real rocket; the LM21 is still plenty for an EDC pocket light.

One problem I had, as did others over at CPF: there's a reverse-polarity feature to protect the circuit in case you put the battery in backwards, consisting of a raised lip around the inside of the head; but it prevents a lot of 10440 cells from making contact. You need a cell with a button that protrudes at least 0.5mm to work properly. I solved it by putting a teeny tiny neodymium magnet on the end of my 10440, but I have to position it carefully to avoid contacting the reverse polarity thingie, which could cause a short. (And shorts can be a Bad Thing with LiIon cells.)

The supplied clip was a bit flimsy; I pulled it off and squoze it tighter with pliers, and it holds adequately now. There's no separate lanyard/split-ring hole, but you can attach to the clip if you really need that.

So, yeah, while I woulda liked a bit more output and a better clip, I still think it's a keeper. I plan to carry it as my main summer EDC light; it's so slim and light, I forget it's there even in lightweight shorts.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on May 11, 2012, 11:44:44 PM
Good to know, thank you. Shame such a good light has a rubbish clip... several otherwise great lights have been let down by the same.

I am also liking "squoze" as the official past tense of squeeze :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 12, 2012, 07:42:00 PM
I'm a bit disappointed to hear that there is no attachment point for a split-ring. :-\  But other than that it sounds like a very good little light. 8)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dagelias on May 13, 2012, 10:17:46 AM
my latest is the LED lenser P7  :drool: paid 42 USD for it, is that a good price?  :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on May 17, 2012, 05:44:30 PM
Romisen (?) RC-T601
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sazabi on May 17, 2012, 06:33:12 PM
I have another Gerber Infinity Ultra-M coming in.

Don't judge me.  :-[

 :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gryffin on May 17, 2012, 06:59:49 PM
I have another Gerber Infinity Ultra-M coming in.

Now, that's kickin' it old skool! :D
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GForGeep on May 17, 2012, 09:04:51 PM
I recently got a Zebralight SC600 and a Nitecore D11 this week. Love em.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on May 17, 2012, 10:44:02 PM
I have another Gerber Infinity Ultra-M coming in.

Don't judge me.  :-[ 

 :D

:D You always did have a good taste in flashlights. :tu:

What makes it now? 14?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sazabi on May 17, 2012, 10:46:29 PM
I have another Gerber Infinity Ultra-M coming in.

Don't judge me.  :-[ 

 :D

:D You always did have a good taste in flashlights. :tu:

What makes it now? 14?

Fourteen Infinity Ultra-Ms, two regular Infinity Ultras. >.>;
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on May 17, 2012, 10:48:55 PM
You can never have enough infinities!!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gryffin on May 17, 2012, 10:50:37 PM
You can never have enough infinities!!

So, you can't have infinite infinities?
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on May 17, 2012, 10:56:46 PM
Damn straight lol
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on May 17, 2012, 11:00:31 PM
:rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Lynn LeFey on May 17, 2012, 11:25:19 PM
Oh God... I'm an enabler! :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sergemaster on May 18, 2012, 02:34:49 AM
Amici,
My newest torch is a Fenix E01, not as bright than my Stylus Microstream, but compact enough for comfortable EDC.

Cheers,
Serge
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on May 18, 2012, 08:50:55 AM
Everyone should have an E01 :tu:

Oh and an Infinity or two :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jock1 on May 18, 2012, 10:06:54 AM
Everyone should have an E01 :tu:

Oh and an Infinity or two :D

I am a huge fan of the EO1 I will need to give the Infinity a whirl
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on May 18, 2012, 12:14:48 PM
Everyone should have an E01 :tu:

Oh and an Infinity or two :D

I am a huge fan of the EO1 I will need to give the Infinity a whirl
It is slightly less powerful, but just run's and run's and run's :)

Extremely robust too, and with great flood :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on May 24, 2012, 06:09:02 PM
MXDL SA-22 Zoom.

More in the review section
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on May 31, 2012, 06:57:14 PM
Ultrafire WF-501B

More in the review section
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tedmanshoo on June 15, 2012, 11:09:47 AM
My Night ops Gladius
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike 208 on June 17, 2012, 02:11:43 AM
Last Saturday I picked up a Surefire PX2 "Fury" at a local gun store.  I like the light, but wish the 500 lm "high" beam would come on first.  Later on, I read on CPF where SF is bringing out 3 new versions of the Fury (tacticle, defender and combatlight models) that should be released this month.  IIRC all models will be high output only.  I also read that if I had ordered from SF directly, I could have purchased the light for $94 and change plus free shipping (I believe this was for Father's Day).  Instead, I got it for $154.99 plus tax. :facepalm:

I'm currently using this light at work, and it's going to replace my Streamlight LED Strion as my duty light.
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on June 17, 2012, 11:05:37 AM
I'm waiting for the postman to deliver this :D

http://www.fire-foxes.com/common.asp?class=2&type=5
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 17, 2012, 10:59:52 PM
Bloody hell :o

Hand cannon or what! 8)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: borgwarrior on June 17, 2012, 11:19:19 PM
Ultrafire C8. No cash for Streamlights... :(
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Energie on June 24, 2012, 06:28:25 PM
Another homemade light  :)

Stainless steel and brass
200 lm OTF
CR123 and RCR123

(http://www.herbert-schmitz.net/Multitool/Steel-1.jpg)


(http://www.herbert-schmitz.net/Multitool/Steel-2.jpg)

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 24, 2012, 07:06:40 PM
Very sleek mate. 8)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on June 24, 2012, 07:52:46 PM
I love it when you come and visit us. :2tu: You always post so nice and interesting pics.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on June 24, 2012, 09:45:07 PM
Great stuff.... what are the specs on it?
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 24, 2012, 09:47:42 PM
That is very impressive work mate
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on June 27, 2012, 03:01:29 AM
I hate to admit it, but I haven't bought a new torch in a good six mos.  (Yes, I know... flashaholic heresy!)

But, Zebralight just released their new pure flood headlamp, the H502, with an XML that runs on 1xAA, and is even available with an HCRI Rebel emitter as well, which is the one I'm drooling over.  It might just be the next light I buy.

Don't know if Travis is getting any of them in, but here's the info on them.

http://www.zebralight.com/H502c-High-CRI-Neutral-White-AA-Flood-Headlamp-_p_95.html (http://www.zebralight.com/H502c-High-CRI-Neutral-White-AA-Flood-Headlamp-_p_95.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 27, 2012, 08:26:33 AM
Oh very nice :drool:
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on June 27, 2012, 10:33:34 AM
Heinz, I know how you feel. I went somewhere between 6 and 9 months before buying the Fire-Foxes.

A good thing, in the end as I needed that long to save for it!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on June 30, 2012, 07:30:25 PM
Hey Simon... I know the feeling!  Though in my case, it's been because I've been on a SAK kick.  Of course, I'd have to save for months too, to get anything like some of beauties you've got! 

I've been refining my hiking pack over the last several weeks, so it will also serve as a BOB just by throwing in a few kits I've built in Maxped EDC organizers; the H502c will most likely replace my neutral AA spark in that pack. 

Just another gadget to add to my list!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on July 05, 2012, 09:45:49 AM
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/ae02300a.jpg)

Tank007 E09
(Nice, cheap, dirt in lens)
ordered some more too.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 05, 2012, 12:01:55 PM
Nothing for ages :(

Still looking for a rival to the E01 in terms of power, simplicity and runtime without resorting to a multimode torch :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on July 05, 2012, 01:35:15 PM
I forgot to post here but I got this little flashlight a few days ago as part of the new thrunite site promotion sale. First filefly/moon mode aaa I know of. 0,04 lumens for 175h and 60 lumens for 65minutes all in one continues twist motion. Good beam shape and tint. Me happy. :D Now they got me wishing for a 3-60 lumen version as well. :ahhh   

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/DSC00679.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on July 05, 2012, 01:54:37 PM
:drool:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: New_World on July 08, 2012, 03:26:11 AM
Another homemade light  :)

Stainless steel and brass
200 lm OTF
CR123 and RCR123

(http://www.herbert-schmitz.net/Multitool/Steel-1.jpg)


(http://www.herbert-schmitz.net/Multitool/Steel-2.jpg)

nice work!
looks beautiful
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on July 08, 2012, 03:40:46 AM
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7252/7524046526_c7972675a7_z.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on July 08, 2012, 04:09:29 AM
Nice McGizmo #3 used there.  Those things are awesome!  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tofty on July 08, 2012, 11:34:29 AM
@ Nuphoria:
How did you get such well fitted glow rings? And is the picture taken under UV light or just a long exposure to get the rings to glow so well?

An attractive and useful addition to a great light.

@Energie:
Beautiful work there, any chance of some more pictures?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on July 08, 2012, 04:10:00 PM
Hey Tofty, it's just glow powder in epoxy so I filled the ridges and used tape to get the edges cleanish. Then I let it set, sanded it down and pointed a very bright torch at it!

The pic was taken in low light with my iphone 4 - nothing fancy, just got lucky! :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on July 08, 2012, 05:18:10 PM
  :o

Great job Nuphoria!  :tu:
I know how hard it is to get crisp edges doing something like that  :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on July 08, 2012, 05:24:44 PM
  :o

Great job Nuphoria!  :tu:
I know how hard it is to get crisp edges doing something like that  :salute:

It is a total PITA!

I'm going to give it a light coat of satin varnish to stop it getting filthy I think.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 08, 2012, 09:51:13 PM
  :o

Great job Nuphoria!  :tu:
I know how hard it is to get crisp edges doing something like that  :salute:
Agreed :tu:

Lovely job :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Essexman on July 09, 2012, 12:04:13 AM
Oh nice job there Nuphoria, so what do you think of the little brute?  Seems too small for the amount of light it can put out?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on July 09, 2012, 02:03:00 AM
Oh nice job there Nuphoria, so what do you think of the little brute?  Seems too small for the amount of light it can put out?

Yeah, I was impressed by the specs when they came out and already owned a ZL H501 so knew I could probably trust the UI and build quality.

Managed to land a good price used one, and have been impressed as expected! I played with it in the garden tonight and I love the floody beam on high. The warm option is certainly lovely too; I tend to opt for neutrals these days and I'm liking this one a lot. It's kind of creamy yellow, not green in my eyes at all.

Compared to my usual go to 18650 light (Solarforce L2P with a bright triple XP-G), it is of course tiny, and will likely replace it in a lot of situations :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on July 28, 2012, 04:08:24 PM
Popped by the house and got a weeks worth of torch related parcels

more in the review section.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: lukekelly007 on July 28, 2012, 04:11:00 PM
E01 for me
(http://img.tapatalk.com/a6fa2028-f310-b353.jpg)
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AHB on July 28, 2012, 07:06:23 PM
E01 for me
Excellent little light.. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on July 28, 2012, 08:07:11 PM
I've had my E01 for about 7 months and I llllove it :D You won't regret it :drool:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: lukekelly007 on July 29, 2012, 01:40:27 AM
I picked up a 115 coleman max for about 20.00 from walmart and its great but a bit on the large size, this e01 is awesome so far and i will probably see what else fenix have to offer as well.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on July 29, 2012, 03:02:52 PM
Hi, Luke (http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Smiley/wavey.gif) Glad to see you over here. :D
Title: Re: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: lukekelly007 on July 29, 2012, 07:43:53 PM
Hi, Luke (http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Smiley/wavey.gif) Glad to see you over here. :D

Thanks :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on July 29, 2012, 07:46:38 PM
I picked up a 115 coleman max for about 20.00 from walmart and its great but a bit on the large size, this e01 is awesome so far and i will probably see what else fenix have to offer as well.

If you can find one of the stainless steel R5 LD01's (from a limited run late last year, though they are still available on some sites), I highly recommend it.  The current control is nice.  The tinti is a little on the cool side, but for a pocket light, I love it (my mini review here (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,32265.msg531927.html)).

For AA format, I recommend a Zebralight sc51.
Title: Re: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: lukekelly007 on July 29, 2012, 08:56:51 PM
Thanks! I'll take a look at that! :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on August 07, 2012, 06:39:42 PM
Ultrafire(?) C3 SS, ordered during my bling phase.

3 modes; high, low, strobe, very sensitive rear button.
XR-E LED, $9.80 from eBay, works ok with 14500 and AA. More later.

Also shown in a picture with another SS torch (TF F25).

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on August 08, 2012, 12:36:54 AM
Just got in my Thrunite T10 and Ti.  First impressions are very good. 8)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Scalyman on August 08, 2012, 01:49:42 PM
Maratac Stainless AAA Electro Polished  :tu:

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on August 09, 2012, 03:02:09 AM
I'm jonesing really bad for one of the new Zebralight H502c models...  :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Styerman on August 09, 2012, 08:01:19 PM
The last one I bought was a MiniMaglight LED ( gen 2 ) . I don't EDC it , it's my work loaner . For EDC I pretty much stick with 1xCR123's . ATM an old skool McLux III PD , and a Surefire E1B , with a Z68 tailcap ( so it tailstands ) .

On my wish list : a Surefire Fury , and an HDS of some type .

Chris
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on August 12, 2012, 06:45:27 AM
I've been reveling in the world of budget lights recently.

The Ultrafire HD2010 is a right little goer, and the Trustfire TR-J12 with an updated driver from KD is at the moment the cheapest way into 4000 lumens.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on August 16, 2012, 11:16:21 AM

I received a very nice gift at the meet (Many Thanks Mate  :salute:  )

Here's my very own Tofty torch  :ahhh

(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/stuff/16082012014.jpg)

 picture    :-\
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tofty on August 16, 2012, 12:44:57 PM
(http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z42/Toftylicious/Torches/B1AAA-6003P.jpg)

More pictures Here (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,33528.90.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zed on August 16, 2012, 07:48:04 PM
(http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z42/Toftylicious/Torches/B1AAA-6003P.jpg)

More pictures Here (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,33528.90.html)

 :drool:  that is very cool tony , classy  :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on August 16, 2012, 08:10:17 PM

My first custom made torch  :D

Tofty  :hatsoff:
 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zed on August 16, 2012, 08:25:32 PM

My first custom made torch  :D

Tofty  :hatsoff:

the perfect torch for all your custom made knives mate  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on September 06, 2012, 12:52:37 AM
Not sure if this really qualifies, but I just got a couple of new Photon Freedom Micros.  A plain white one, and a red one, both with the 'covert' nose cones on them.

They'll accompany the two other 'night vision green' ones I have that I've used for star parties and meetings of our local astronomy club.  I'm going to try and do a comparison test of the red and NVG ones, and see how they stack up against one another.  Color vision, and visual perception are things I know quite a lot about, so I've got a pretty good idea of how to test them against each other.

Maybe I'll do a little review as a result.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Hammer on September 06, 2012, 07:08:45 AM
My newest flashlight is a Streamlight TLR-1.

(http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj58/drkpics/Guns/G17wTR1.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on September 06, 2012, 07:12:12 AM
Just recieved a Maglite 3 D-cell LED in Digital Camo.  :tu: Pics will come tomorrow.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on September 06, 2012, 10:15:27 PM
(http://i927.photobucket.com/albums/ad112/ChadV_2010/Knives%20and%20MTs%20%20TWO/DSC03453.jpg)
(http://i927.photobucket.com/albums/ad112/ChadV_2010/Knives%20and%20MTs%20%20TWO/DSC03454.jpg)



I took it with me last night when I walked my dog and I am quite impressed. Honestly I was a bit concerned about the throw, but with the first press of the button I was impressed. Given i'm no flashlight expert (yet)  ;) I think it packs a punch. It honestly felt like a spotlight in my hand. I am really wanting the XML conversion Steve tipped me off too.  :ahhh I might get in trouble with it though.  :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: New_World on September 07, 2012, 01:54:25 AM
My newest flashlight is a Streamlight TLR-1.

(http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj58/drkpics/Guns/G17wTR1.jpg)

I love my surefire gun light on my glock 40cal :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Hammer on September 07, 2012, 08:04:40 AM
My newest flashlight is a Streamlight TLR-1.

(http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj58/drkpics/Guns/G17wTR1.jpg)

I love my surefire gun light on my glock 40cal :cheers:

I sold the 9mm shown in this picture and got a Glock model 22 .40 cal. and I love it.  I especially love the strobe function on the light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on September 07, 2012, 10:41:54 AM
This  :ahhh

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/07/yby3a3ud.jpg)

And yes, that's an 18650 for scale.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on September 07, 2012, 10:50:19 AM
What the :serverloft:  ?!?


:ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh      :ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh   


Is that for sending Morse code signals to Andromeda?


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Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on September 07, 2012, 11:07:43 AM
http://elektrolumens.com/Search-Rescue/Search-And-Rescue-Extreme.html

This one's not anodized like the ones in the pics, but is otherwise the same.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on September 07, 2012, 11:15:37 AM
http://elektrolumens.com/Search-Rescue/Search-And-Rescue-Extreme.html (http://elektrolumens.com/Search-Rescue/Search-And-Rescue-Extreme.html)

This one's not anodized like the ones in the pics, but is otherwise the same.

That's really taking it to the next level :tu: Very nice addition. :salute:

(http://bbsimg.ngfiles.com/1/22350000/ngbbs4d377c3233362.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on September 07, 2012, 12:05:59 PM
(http://i660.photobucket.com/albums/uu329/ThresholdsDream/georgetakeiperfume.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: New_World on September 08, 2012, 08:05:52 AM
My newest flashlight is a Streamlight TLR-1.

(http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj58/drkpics/Guns/G17wTR1.jpg)

I love my surefire gun light on my glock 40cal :cheers:

I sold the 9mm shown in this picture and got a Glock model 22 .40 cal. and I love it.  I especially love the strobe function on the light.

gen4 or 3?

btw my latest light is a fenix tk35
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: tattoosteve99 on September 08, 2012, 04:02:07 PM
http://elektrolumens.com/Search-Rescue/Search-And-Rescue-Extreme.html

This one's not anodized like the ones in the pics, but is otherwise the same.

WOAH! I just read that. 2200 lumens. Sweet! Now if you put 3 of those SST 90s in one light that would be 6600 lumens? Mmmmmm retina burner
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on September 08, 2012, 11:26:51 PM
What the :serverloft:  ?!?


:ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh      :ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh   


Is that for sending Morse code signals to Andromeda?


:ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh      :ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh    :ahhh
:rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Hammer on September 09, 2012, 07:05:03 AM
 

[/quote]

gen4 or 3?

btw my latest light is a fenix tk35
[/quote]

Gen 3.
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on September 09, 2012, 08:10:03 AM
http://elektrolumens.com/Search-Rescue/Search-And-Rescue-Extreme.html

This one's not anodized like the ones in the pics, but is otherwise the same.

WOAH! I just read that. 2200 lumens. Sweet! Now if you put 3 of those SST 90s in one light that would be 6600 lumens? Mmmmmm retina burner

Yes, but it wouldn't throw as far :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kitbeard on September 09, 2012, 08:37:33 AM
Not going to have anything like 2200 lumens with my latest, which is a Gerber Temo with its magnificient, searing seven lumens beam.  I was plannning to ease off on buying flashlights until around Christmas and then get myself a Preon 1 but the Gerber came in a under a tenner shipped and to steal Oscar Wilde's line, I can resist everything but temptation.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on September 09, 2012, 12:03:47 PM
I've always liked the feel of Gerber's lights Kitbeard, I'm definitely interested to hear what you think of the Tempo. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on September 11, 2012, 06:52:06 PM
another LIDL torch
(more pics in the review section)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/03-IMG_1884.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/05-IMG_1897.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on September 11, 2012, 07:29:21 PM
Not going to have anything like 2200 lumens with my latest, which is a Gerber Temo with its magnificient, searing seven lumens beam.  I was plannning to ease off on buying flashlights until around Christmas and then get myself a Preon 1 but the Gerber came in a under a tenner shipped and to steal Oscar Wilde's line, I can resist everything but temptation.
Another Gerber light fan here too :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: diabolicturtle on September 11, 2012, 08:39:57 PM
Just got a brand new minimag aaa led  :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on September 11, 2012, 08:48:44 PM
Just got a brand new minimag aaa led  :)

Is that a AAA or AA light?  I hadn't heard of them doing a LED version of the AAA minimag yet, though it's about time they did. :)
Title: Re: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on September 11, 2012, 09:07:19 PM
Just got a brand new minimag aaa led  :)

Is that a AAA or AA light?  I hadn't heard of them doing a LED version of the AAA minimag yet, though it's about time they did. :)

They are doing the whole line of their lights with LEDs. They are even making a Solitaire LED. 

http://www.led-resource.com/upcoming-led-products/
Title: Re: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on September 11, 2012, 09:21:55 PM
Just got a brand new minimag aaa led  :)

Is that a AAA or AA light?  I hadn't heard of them doing a LED version of the AAA minimag yet, though it's about time they did. :)

They are doing the whole line of their lights with LEDs. They are even making a Solitaire LED. 

http://www.led-resource.com/upcoming-led-products/ (http://www.led-resource.com/upcoming-led-products/)

Thanks for the info, I haven't heard about this  :tu:

I'm glad they are updating the solitaire and the Mag-Tac looks interesting (from a "mag is finally catching up" standpoint).  TBH, though, I'm kind of disappointed in the specs of the solitaire.  1hr 45m runtime at 37 lumens isn't that great (my fenix LD01 has ~3hrs at 30lumens).  I guess my interest would depend on the price.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on September 11, 2012, 09:33:12 PM
I think I read somewhere the solitaire would be about $17. I agree on the output vrs runtime but it's advantage is the focusable beam. They aren't gonna win a lot of flashoholics back as customers, but they/we aren't their target audience. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on September 11, 2012, 09:52:37 PM
They are doing a LED Solitare??!!!  :ahhh  At long flippin' last I say. :D  And Maglite using C123's as well, looks like they are really trying to enter the 21st Century.

Cheers for the link enki. :cheers:
Title: Re: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on September 11, 2012, 10:05:13 PM
Just got a brand new minimag aaa led  :)

Is that a AAA or AA light?  I hadn't heard of them doing a LED version of the AAA minimag yet, though it's about time they did. :)

They are doing the whole line of their lights with LEDs. They are even making a Solitaire LED. 

http://www.led-resource.com/upcoming-led-products/ (http://www.led-resource.com/upcoming-led-products/)
Great link mate :tu:

Shame there not quite there really :(
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on September 12, 2012, 02:31:46 AM
I think I read somewhere the solitaire would be about $17. I agree on the output vrs runtime but it's advantage is the focusable beam. They aren't gonna win a lot of flashoholics back as customers, but they/we aren't their target audience. :)

Good points.  I hadn't thought about the focus-able beam, although probably more useful on a bigger light, its still cool.

For $17, however, I think it will be a hit.  That makes it cheaper, and somewhat comparable in specs, to a Fenix E05.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on September 16, 2012, 03:55:27 AM
Have a Fenix E21 on the way!   :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Lynn LeFey on September 19, 2012, 08:09:59 PM
I just got a number of flashlights in a trade. An Energizer Triple Beam Handheld, a Rayovac tail clicky (couldn't find a model name), a Winchester headlight, and (not primarily a flashlight, but still with a built-in LED light) a Countycomm GP-4L AM/FM/Shortwave radio.

(http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m208/lynnlefey/IMGP1344_zps4fe4c757.jpg)

These aren't real high speed lights, but all run on AAs and will be backups in my kits.

The Energizer has a high mode that claims to be 90 lumens, along with a green LED and a red LED, both much dimmer working lights. The beam is focused to a very small point, so very little flood. The Case seems very sturdy, although the tail cap only takes a quarter turn to remove. I fear a drop might pop it off.

The Rayovac is a nice little light. I'm guessing about 10 lumens. Just a good small light, solid metal case (I guess aluminum) with o rings. The tail click button is covered with a rubber boot, so it's probably going to have reasonable water resistance, but I don't intend to dunk it.

The Winchester headlight is... ummm..... it puts out light. In all honesty, the three lights were ballast to bring a trade into balance. They were sort of icing on a cake. The real item I was interested in was the Countycomm radio.

And that radio has an LED light on it. I couldn't tell you the lumens, because it's not even half as bright as my next most dim light, which is 1.8 lumens. So... maybe about .5 to .75 lumens? However, while it is incredibly dim, it is supposed to have a 70-hour runtime. I've tested it, and it is enough for task work, and bright enough to see to your feet while standing. Strangely, I'm very happy with it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: BR101 on September 22, 2012, 02:22:51 AM
Right now I have a Fenix PD20 that I carry on my person and I have two Fenix TK35's, one for each of my Jeeps. Eventually I'd like to upgrade but just haven't got around to it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on September 24, 2012, 05:13:36 PM
If this counts...

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/5-IMG_2023_zps89119c2e.jpg)

3 brightness levels with 4, 8 or 12 LED

Powered via crank or power supply (no charger included)

From Lidl
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jerseydevil on September 26, 2012, 12:59:09 AM
I finally got myself a light to replace my trusty old AA Maglite.  Just like the light that replaced my Solitaire on my keys about a year ago, it's a Fenix, an L2S.  Nice light, dual mode, click switch on the rear.  I haven't found much info on this light here or on the web.  Anyone else have one?  Here with my E01 for scale....

(http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g448/Jerseydevil379/DSCF0995.jpg)

I'm certainly not a flashaholic, two new lights in a year is quite a lot for me.  ;)  That being said, the E01 sees use every single day at work, and the L2S is going to be a permanent part of my EDC bag carry.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kitbeard on September 26, 2012, 01:29:26 PM
Got a LED Lenser P3 on the way.  Not glam but should be reliable.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on September 26, 2012, 03:04:55 PM
I finally got myself a light to replace my trusty old AA Maglite.  Just like the light that replaced my Solitaire on my keys about a year ago, it's a Fenix, an L2S.  Nice light, dual mode, click switch on the rear.  I haven't found much info on this light here or on the web.  Anyone else have one?  Here with my E01 for scale....

(http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g448/Jerseydevil379/DSCF0995.jpg)

I'm certainly not a flashaholic, two new lights in a year is quite a lot for me.  ;)  That being said, the E01 sees use every single day at work, and the L2S is going to be a permanent part of my EDC bag carry.  :tu:

Welcome to the dark side. >:D

....


 :think:


.....


You know what I mean. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on September 26, 2012, 06:53:59 PM
I finally got myself a light to replace my trusty old AA Maglite.  Just like the light that replaced my Solitaire on my keys about a year ago, it's a Fenix, an L2S.  Nice light, dual mode, click switch on the rear.  I haven't found much info on this light here or on the web.  Anyone else have one?  Here with my E01 for scale....

(http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g448/Jerseydevil379/DSCF0995.jpg)

I'm certainly not a flashaholic, two new lights in a year is quite a lot for me.  ;)  That being said, the E01 sees use every single day at work, and the L2S is going to be a permanent part of my EDC bag carry.  :tu:

Welcome to the dark side. >:D

....


 :think:


.....


You know what I mean. :D


:rofl:


Now you can find your cookies in the dark too. ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jerseydevil on September 27, 2012, 03:32:12 AM



Welcome to the dark side. >:D

....


 :think:


.....


You know what I mean. :D


:rofl:


Now you can find your cookies in the dark too. ;)
[/quote]

 :D  Or rather  :twak: to you all, seeing as I now have an Eagletac D25C mini on the way too.... This better not be another addiction building!  :ahhh  No more lights!  Gotta buy another Wenger or three!  ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on September 27, 2012, 08:05:43 AM
 :rofl: Jerseydevil is lost! >:D

Seriously mate, that Eagletac is a great looking light that'll likely blow away anything else you've seen. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jerseydevil on September 27, 2012, 02:36:43 PM
:rofl: Jerseydevil is lost! >:D

NNNNOOOOOO!!!!!!!!  :ahhh :ahhh  :D  Perhaps instead of "Making the Unworkable Work"  our motto should be "Abandon All Hope, Ye Who Enter"...... Seriously, can't wait to give that light a shot.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on September 27, 2012, 10:57:10 PM
I finally got myself a light to replace my trusty old AA Maglite.  Just like the light that replaced my Solitaire on my keys about a year ago, it's a Fenix, an L2S.  Nice light, dual mode, click switch on the rear.  I haven't found much info on this light here or on the web.  Anyone else have one?  Here with my E01 for scale....

I never had an L2S, but I did have its replacement, the L2T V2. These were the simpler and cheaper lights in Fenix's range, offering 2 modes by loosening or tightening the head.

The more expensive L2D had an identical body, but offered multiple brightness modes, strobe and sos.

More info on the L2S can be found here:

http://www.flashlightreviews.com/reviews/fenix_l1s-l2s.htm (http://www.flashlightreviews.com/reviews/fenix_l1s-l2s.htm)

Lights, like multitools are addictive. Despite having more lights than I need, I am always on the lookout for newer and brighter lights.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on September 27, 2012, 11:23:13 PM
^ I have the same problem.

Shiny things... :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on September 29, 2012, 07:33:19 AM
:D  Or rather  :twak: to you all, seeing as I now have an Eagletac D25C mini on the way too.... This better not be another addiction building!  :ahhh  No more lights!  Gotta buy another Wenger or three!  ;)
Torches are just another addiction... now you're in it, and can't get out.

The L2S is an older Fenix model; I believe it was in regular production about 3 or so years ago.  I think it has a Cree XRE emitter in it.  It should have a pretty throwy beam, and be a cool tint, meaning the light it makes is going to be kind of bluish.  Max output is probably around 100 lumens.

The EagleTac D25C uses CR123 batteries, not AA's, just so you know.  I'm not much of a 123 fan myself; I prefer the AA form factor and 18650 lithium-ion rechargeables.  Unless you've already got equipment that uses the 123 format, you're going to find yourself paying through the nose for those 123's...  You can find them at decent prices if you buy in lots of 50 or 100, but I've never wanted to have to do that.  You can also get li-ion 16340's, which are the same as the 123 form factor.

I'd suggest you look at neutral tinted lights, Tom, as they are far more pleasant to use than cool tints, IMHO. 

Regardless, the D25C is going to blow the L2S away.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: parnass on October 08, 2012, 06:33:07 AM
I bought a new 2AAA Mini Maglite LED penlight.  It is rated for 84 lumens and has the same adjustable focus feature that Maglite made famous (complete with donut hole when adjusted for flood).

I am a 2AAA penlight fan, not necessarily a Maglite fan.  This penlight seems decent so far.  Wish it had 2 brightness levels.  The cost was under $18 US at an REI (aka Real Expensive Inside) store.

The beam has some artifacts, but the tint is not too yellow nor too blue.  When adjusted for tightest beam, the 2AAA Mini Maglite LED throws light farther than the C4 version Streamlight Stylus Pro.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on October 11, 2012, 03:04:33 AM
Okay, I've already mentioned this in other threads, but I have a new Nailbender P60 drop-in with an HCRI XP-G2 in it, with a low voltage driver for my Solarforce L2R, that will run off of 2xAA. 

350 out-the-front lumens of rosy goodness!!! :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: edap617 on October 12, 2012, 03:21:44 AM
My light with XM-L U2 emitter with my L2D for size comparison.

(http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee21/edap617/Flashlights/Uniquefire_DSC6998_zps3e84db22.jpg)

(http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee21/edap617/Flashlights/Uniquefire_DSC7005_zps7d20a481.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jerseydevil on October 13, 2012, 08:05:09 PM
The Eagletac D25C mini landed today, wow!  Very nice.  I'm still playing around figuring out all the modes and such, but I'm impressed!  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on October 16, 2012, 05:34:26 AM
My Nailbender low voltage module came in the mail today.  I've already popped it into my L2R with a couple of Eneloops.  It's a lot whiter than I had expected for an HCRI emitter.  It's labelled as a 5B tint bin, but looks more like a 5A.  It's quite dramatic compared to my Lumens Factory HCRI XPG drop-in.  In either case, it's definitely a neutral tint, rather than a warm tint, which is notable because up until now, IIRC Cree has only been making warm tint HCRI emitters.  It seems they're now making neutral tint ones to compete with the Rebels and 219s being made by Nichia.

No pics of beam shots for now.  I'm not really set up for beam shots, but I'll see what I can do.  The hotspot in the Nailbender module is much less focused than the LF module, which is fine by me actually, as the L2R is a smaller light and will see more EDC type duty than my L2Xe, particularly now that I can run it on Eneloops or L91s.

If anyone is interested, I'll start another thread with my overall impressions and thoughts about the module, including some comparison to the LF drop-in.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: New_World on October 17, 2012, 12:50:50 AM
bought a few led lensers.

not super impressed but I like the adjustable focus and the great warranty through leatherman.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on October 24, 2012, 04:31:06 AM
new - Peak Logan 17500 QTC w/Nichia 219, medium optic & Dark Sucks Ti clip

old faithful - Peak Eiger level 4 XP-G w/medium optic

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-Edq9Lb1MoSk/UIdIDR8P-VI/AAAAAAAAA_U/kFcQknCjdvE/s800/P1012936.JPG" height="599" width="800")
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on October 24, 2012, 07:46:50 PM
MXDL SA-16

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/2-IMG_2797.jpg)

For more check the review section.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Teofilo on October 27, 2012, 01:17:26 PM
Bought an Ultrafire XML-T6 powered by two 18650 batteries.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: edap617 on October 27, 2012, 02:37:23 PM
Can you post some pics gene?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Teofilo on October 27, 2012, 03:39:06 PM
Can you post some pics gene?

Sure Ed. Here they go:

(http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/DSC05745a.jpg)

(http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/DSC05747a-1.jpg)

(http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/DSC05753a.jpg)

(http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/DSC05750a.jpg)

For size comparison with iTP C6 and Fenix Ld10 and E15
(http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/DSC05754a.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: edap617 on October 27, 2012, 09:40:22 PM
Awesome XML-T6 Flood-to-Throw you got there gene. I guess it can give more than 1,000 lumens.

Eddie
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gallows on November 06, 2012, 12:39:26 AM
My newest is a Streamlight Strion and a basket weave case. Great output for a small flashlight.

(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z86/cfmg6910/Gallows/Flashlight2.jpg)

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jerseydevil on November 15, 2012, 03:11:55 AM
Damnit, why am I posting in this thread again?  >:(  :P  Two of my latest, a 4Sevens Quark 123 Tactical and a Fenix P3D, which came along with a Maxpedition sheath. I haven't used the Quark much, but the Fenix was the champ for the last two nights without power after the recent hurricane.  :tu:  Both lights are clickys.  The Fenix has 6 functions.  At its "turbo" setting it throws a LOT of light out, bright enough to actually light up my bedroom enough to read by!  Obviously I didn't keep it set like that, but pretty cool.  The arrival of the P3D allowed me to gift my L2S to my housemate, who was relying on an old AA Maglite during the power outage.  No comparison between those two!  The Quark I'm going to have to take to work a bit I think and try it out in the garage and basement, where a good light is essential.  The pocket clip and compact size make it ideal for this duty.

(http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g448/Jerseydevil379/DSCF1172.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: frugalscotty on November 17, 2012, 06:51:40 PM
Saw a great deal on one of these Icon Rogue2 LED lights, wasn't sure how I would like it but for $12 shipped I couldn't pass it up. I have to say I am impressed with it, nice bright beam with a low setting that is low enough for most night usage. It is a 2AA light and some reviews have complained it is on the large size for 2AA, I think it is fine for anything short of pocket carry. Even the odd green anodizing looks better in person than in the picture. Seems like a sturdy light that I will be carrying in my backpack. Comes with a nice lanyard as well.
(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41BCOY%2BiqmL._SS500_.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on November 17, 2012, 08:26:26 PM
I always like the way Icon made some lights that look totally different from the crowd. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on November 23, 2012, 03:56:11 PM
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/nikoleta_rangelova/211120122056.jpg)


Lego :D

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/nikoleta_rangelova/Lego.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on November 23, 2012, 06:00:57 PM
Nice :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on November 23, 2012, 07:03:31 PM
@N_N_R


How do you like the Tank? I see it's working now after a clean up. Did you try using it outside. It's quite a thrower for an AAA on a fresh battery.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zed on November 23, 2012, 07:30:11 PM
Never been into torches but have a few chinese ones that work great, ive got this ver Quirky one  ::)   :tu:

(http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff428/zed1970/P1010610.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on November 23, 2012, 08:20:41 PM
@N_N_R


How do you like the Tank? I see it's working now after a clean up. Did you try using it outside. It's quite a thrower for an AAA on a fresh battery.

Yeah, seems to be working so far, although I'use the Olights more. I tried the Tank outside the balcony and I can say it definitely throws as far as my Fenix E11, which uses an AA battery... that's my only basis for comparison- I mean, those are the farthest throwing lights I have. I didn't believe the light would go as far as it reads in the specs: 80m, but it definitely does. That's amazing for one tiny guy like this. When I shook the light sth rattled inside, though, lol.  Then I took off he cap and with a paperclip tried to reach the... two tiny holes down there... and screw that thing a little... I think it worked... and now it doesn't rattle.. (no idea if you're getting what I'm saying, but I don't know how to say it better, lol). I like its simplicity. Though my Olights are indispensable, sometimes I do wish to be able to reach the highest mode with just one twist/click and that's where the Tank comes :D In general, I'm not picky and there's hardly a flashlight I wouldn't like so it may not be that special for most flashaholics, but I like it :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on November 25, 2012, 09:19:32 AM
My Zebra H502d from Travis arrived on Wednesday.  Just as with all my other ZL's, it's a great little light.  It's my first true full flood headlamp, and only my second full flood torch (I also have one of the little Romisen flood-to-throw zoomable lights).

I've been goofing around with it since I got it, trying it out for different things.  The width of the beam profile is amazing, a full 120º.   :o  It gives better peripheral vision than any other headlamp I've got, even my Spark with the full frosted lens.

The tint is very nice too.  I thought I might find it too cool for my tastes, as it's advertised as being about 5,000K.  The output of the emitter in my sample looks closer to 4,500K though; it's closer to the 4,200K emitter in my H51w than it is to the 5,000K XML in my Jetbeam PA40.

Once I've had a few more chances to make use of it, I'll post a short review of it for consideration for the main site if Def is interested in posting a torch review, and I'll do a more in depth write up and comparison of it with my H51w and my Spark ST5-190nw.
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on November 25, 2012, 10:07:08 AM
It will be a Solarforce L2N, with a M3 head, with a custom XP-G2 pill.

Should be a good little thrower.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on November 25, 2012, 11:44:59 AM
Thanks to N_N_R's Tank007 thread I've decided that I don't have enough 1xAAA clicky lights. :facepalm:

With that in mind I've had a quick browse of DX and have come up with these three to try: Richuang RC-7001 (http://dx.com/p/richuang-rc-7001-30-lumen-led-flashlight-with-clip-1-aaa-44168), MXDL XT-7119 (http://dx.com/p/mxdl-xt-7119-3w-50-lumen-led-flashlight-with-clip-color-assorted-1-aaa-55748) and Random light that doesn't seen to deserve it's own name. (http://dx.com/p/mini-pen-style-100lm-1-led-white-light-flashlight-1-x-aaa-105643) ;)  As you can tell I do feel a pocket clip is essential for the way I use/carry my lights.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gregozedobe on November 25, 2012, 04:30:20 PM
Several PALight "survival" lights.  These run on the little 9V batteries that go in smoke alarms.  Have an always-on locator glow, plus low, medium (not bright enough to rate as a real "Hi" by my standards), and a flashing beacon mode.  They make a great power-failure light.

I give them away, hence buying in bulk.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gallows on November 25, 2012, 09:22:25 PM
I liked my Streamlight Strion led so much I bought a Stinger led to go with it. It came with ac & dc chargers.

(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z86/cfmg6910/Streamlight1.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on November 26, 2012, 03:05:17 PM
I've just received a cheap generic flashlight from a friend :D It isn't waterproof or anything, but I like the appearance :D It's a AAA clicky and has a pocket clip. Can't wait for the evening to test it out :D So far I've only compared it with the Olight i3 at the wall and it seems to be as bright as the Olight's 20-lumen mode... so my guess is it's about that brighness. It reminds me a little of the 4Sevens Preon 1, although this would be blasphemy to say... :X :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Styerman on November 26, 2012, 03:16:30 PM
Hard to recall , I think it was a Surefire Saint Minimus . Shortly before that I bought a Mag AA LED , as a spare/loaner .

Chris
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on November 27, 2012, 08:16:18 AM
It will be a Solarforce L2N, with a M3 head, with a custom XP-G2 pill.

Should be a good little thrower.
The new L2N looks pretty sweet...   :drool:

I've got my sights on a gray P1 and a Nailbender HCRI XML module for a bike light.  The P1 is only 65 grams!  :o  A full oz. lighter than an L2p or L2m!  I know that doesn't seem like much, but I'm going to helmet mount it, and I really can feel the extra weight.
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: tattoosteve99 on November 29, 2012, 03:09:25 AM
Not a light per say, but I'm making a triple xpg r5 to go in my surefire e1. All the parts are in, now just waiting on the solder paste so I reflow the LEDs to the pcb. Should put out around 850-900 lumens :).
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on November 29, 2012, 02:27:57 PM
Is the small E1 going to be able to handle the heat generated?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on November 29, 2012, 02:30:14 PM
Is the small E1 going to be able to handle the heat generated?

I wonder what size keyring capsule you'd need for a fire blanket?  :P


 :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: coastalchris on November 30, 2012, 12:42:36 AM
Latest is a Led Lenser P17.  Perfect for outdoor work and such around here because we do not have street lights and are not allowed to have outdoor mounted lights over so much power(because of sea turtles)

I also have got 2 more Nebo Redlines-  I use these on my Kayak, Bike and Canoe and have them in various drybags.  They are a good light for the price and I do not get too worked up if I break one.  The local paddle shop sells them for 20 or so

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sjian on November 30, 2012, 01:30:09 AM
LED Lenser K1 with the Style CS pack.

(http://i.imgur.com/C5w6A.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: tattoosteve99 on November 30, 2012, 03:37:53 AM
Is the small E1 going to be able to handle the heat generated?
Yes it will :). Just look here:

http://www.oveready.com/custom-flashlights/triple-copper-e1e-1x18350/prod_278.html (http://www.oveready.com/custom-flashlights/triple-copper-e1e-1x18350/prod_278.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gryffin on December 02, 2012, 02:53:17 AM
I don't buy NEAR as many lights as I used to, but I got tired of the big oversize throwers, wanted something compact, capable, and simple: so I got me a Sunwayman V20C (http://www.sunwayman.com/html/products/201106/52.html). Same output on an 18650 (fully regulated!) or 2x RCR or CR123A (without blowing protection circuits like some of my more aggressive lights), yet visually only gives up ~10% range vs. my Thrunight Scorpion v2 or EagleTac G25C2 or Lumintop TD-15X, but unlike those bruisers carries nicely in a slim belt case. Fully variable output via control ring, stainless bezel, deep reflector, tactical forward clicky. Works for me.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 02, 2012, 11:47:40 AM
That really looks like a great light Gryffin. :drool:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on December 02, 2012, 03:25:37 PM
My latest is the H5 Lenser that came in the combo pack with an orange cerakoted Fuse. It will get occasional use, but will spend it's life confined to the car glove compartment rather than being a primary light. I already had a P2 Lenser before that, and whilst there's nothing actually wrong with either of these lights they just feel very out of date somehow. They're easily activated accidentally, and I really don't see much benefit from the gimmicky focussing thing. LED Lenser products will be on my "avoid" list from now on I think

Before that I got a Zebralight SC60 in a trade on here. The light it gives off is extremely nice, but that isn't seeing much pocket time either. The clip is so strong, and the fins so aggressive, it's quite a pain to clip and unclip it. The light comes on very (too) easily, and you need to unscrew the base a little to prevent accidental activation, which then means to turn it on you need to wrestle to get it unclipped, then twist AND click. Another minor annoyance is the delay. As the UI waits to see whether you are pressing and holding or just quick pressing to select a mode or turn on/off, there is always a small lag in the resultant action. As I said, the light it throws out is very nice, but it just seems way too fussy as a primary light. I'll not be rushing out to get another ZL either

My regular users at the moment are Quark 2xAA or Sunwayman V10R pocket clipped, a Preon Revo or Thrunite T20 clipped to SAKs, or a Silva Ninox for hands free. I can't find fault with any of these for frequent use, and I also have a Quark mini 123, Fenix PD20 & LD05, Thrunite T10 and Ti, and Petzl e+lite which would all be carried and used before the Lensers and ZL. I really want to like the ZL more but it's a chore to use and carry, and lights should alleviate frustration not cause it  :-\
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on December 02, 2012, 07:16:45 PM
Very good write-up :salute:


I knew the ZL had to tendency to turn on on their own, (I think they fixed that in the newer versions, made the switch more recessed) but I never thought about the UI time outs. :think: It makes sense but I see how it could be annoying.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gryffin on December 03, 2012, 04:50:37 AM
That really looks like a great light Gryffin. :drool:

My favorite pocket-carry light is a Sunwayman V11R, too. 1xAA/14500 size, variable brightness with control ring, very compact, redonkulously bright (although the small reflector means it's more of a flood than a thrower). Same impeccable fit 'n' finish on both. I've been VERY impressed with both. Sunwayman does some very nice lights!  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on December 03, 2012, 10:21:50 AM
My new Solarforce

L2N with M3 head fitted with a nailbender built warm XP-G2 dropin, s9 tailcap:
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/03/zu6abu8e.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/03/du8eva7u.jpg)

And it's friend, that I've had for some time:

L2P with round head and and bezel, s10 tail, clip, with a Kerberos Triple High-CRI dropin.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/03/a8uja4uv.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/03/5ajamugy.jpg)

Both together:
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/03/emedaded.jpg)

Flood and throw :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on December 04, 2012, 02:22:31 AM
Very good write-up :salute:


I knew the ZL had to tendency to turn on on their own, (I think they fixed that in the newer versions, made the switch more recessed) but I never thought about the UI time outs. :think: It makes sense but I see how it could be annoying.

Thanks mate  :tu: I know ZLs have their fans, and the light emitted is very nice indeed, but this just doesn't sit right with me. One niggle I can cope with, but the cumulative effect means it won't get any quality time with me. Unless I can fit this into my rota somewhere without creating an excuse to keep it, I think this might hit my for sale thread. I'm quite surprised I'll be letting a ZL go and keping a bulky Lenser headlamp
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: tattoosteve99 on December 04, 2012, 02:47:48 AM
My new Solarforce

L2N with M3 head fitted with a nailbender built warm XP-G2 dropin, s9 tailcap:
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/03/zu6abu8e.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/03/du8eva7u.jpg)

And it's friend, that I've had for some time:

L2P with round head and and bezel, s10 tail, clip, with a Kerberos Triple High-CRI dropin.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/03/a8uja4uv.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/03/5ajamugy.jpg)

Both together:
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/03/emedaded.jpg)

Flood and throw :D
Nice ;). I have a Kerberos triple myself with r5 LEDs. I love it as it sits in my 3p from fivemega.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on December 04, 2012, 04:58:51 AM
...
Before that I got a Zebralight SC60 in a trade on here. The light it gives off is extremely nice, but that isn't seeing much pocket time either. The clip is so strong, and the fins so aggressive, it's quite a pain to clip and unclip it. The light comes on very (too) easily, and you need to unscrew the base a little to prevent accidental activation, which then means to turn it on you need to wrestle to get it unclipped, then twist AND click. Another minor annoyance is the delay. As the UI waits to see whether you are pressing and holding or just quick pressing to select a mode or turn on/off, there is always a small lag in the resultant action. As I said, the light it throws out is very nice, but it just seems way too fussy as a primary light. I'll not be rushing out to get another ZL either

...
My SC60w is my favorite pocket carry light.  I also don't understand the issues with the switch; I've got half a dozen ZL's of various stripes and in over two years of using them regularly, I can count on one hand the times I've gotten a hot-pocket from them.  I barely notice any delay in the UI myself, but it's a small price to pay for the best UI I've ever used in a torch.  I've never had a serious problem with any of the ZL's I've got either.  They're my favorite brand of light now; the more I use the ones I have, the harder I find it to use other lights I have that are designed with a tail-clicky.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on December 04, 2012, 11:56:24 AM
...
Before that I got a Zebralight SC60 in a trade on here. The light it gives off is extremely nice, but that isn't seeing much pocket time either. The clip is so strong, and the fins so aggressive, it's quite a pain to clip and unclip it. The light comes on very (too) easily, and you need to unscrew the base a little to prevent accidental activation, which then means to turn it on you need to wrestle to get it unclipped, then twist AND click. Another minor annoyance is the delay. As the UI waits to see whether you are pressing and holding or just quick pressing to select a mode or turn on/off, there is always a small lag in the resultant action. As I said, the light it throws out is very nice, but it just seems way too fussy as a primary light. I'll not be rushing out to get another ZL either

...
My SC60w is my favorite pocket carry light.  I also don't understand the issues with the switch; I've got half a dozen ZL's of various stripes and in over two years of using them regularly, I can count on one hand the times I've gotten a hot-pocket from them.  I barely notice any delay in the UI myself, but it's a small price to pay for the best UI I've ever used in a torch.  I've never had a serious problem with any of the ZL's I've got either.  They're my favorite brand of light now; the more I use the ones I have, the harder I find it to use other lights I have that are designed with a tail-clicky.

 :D :D :D :tu:

Just shows what a picky little bunch this is turning us all into doesn't it?  :D 

I have no doubt it would make an excellent light for someone (you've proved that mate), but it just kind of somehow goes against the grain of what I've conditioned myself to want from a light  ::) I can see completely why a flashaholic would love this light -n the beam is fantastic, but then I can see why people love the Leatherman Pulse too .... and I didn't get on with that either. I took a quicker dislike to that than any other I've owned I think  :think: Oh no, hang on - that was probably the Flik for those dodgy pawl segments.

All just personal taste mate  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gregozedobe on December 04, 2012, 01:17:02 PM

Just shows what a picky little bunch this is turning us all into doesn't it?  :D 

All just personal taste mate  :tu:

As the old saying goes:  "You can please some people some of the time, but you can't please all the people all the time"

Zebralight have changed the switch on their latest single AA light (the SC52) to make it less likely to switch on accidentally, and now some people are complaining that it is too firm  :whistle:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on December 04, 2012, 01:24:38 PM

Just shows what a picky little bunch this is turning us all into doesn't it?  :D 

All just personal taste mate  :tu:

As the old saying goes:  "You can please some people some of the time, but you can't please all the people all the time"

Zebralight have changed the switch on their latest single AA light (the SC52) to make it less likely to switch on accidentally, and now some people are complaining that it is too firm  :whistle:

 :rofl: That sounds about right  :D

I've spent a lot of money trying out a lot of stuff since I joined up here, and much of what I like best toolwise is either discontinued and/or at odds with what everyone else likes best :D I'm really glad I've had the chance to try so much gear though, and it has helped me get together a few different options that work really well for me indeed  :tu:

It also shows how hard it must be for the poor buggers designing, manufacturing and selling all this stuff. No matter how hard they try and how proud they are, there'll always be a fair percentage of the crowd telling them what they've done is crap  :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on December 07, 2012, 12:12:09 PM

My regular users at the moment are Quark 2xAA or Sunwayman V10R pocket clipped, a Preon Revo or Thrunite T20 clipped to SAKs, or a Silva Ninox for hands free. I can't find fault with any of these for frequent use, and I also have a Quark mini 123, Fenix PD20 & LD05, Thrunite T10 and Ti, and Petzl e+lite which would all be carried and used before the Lensers and ZL. I really want to like the ZL more but it's a chore to use and carry, and lights should alleviate frustration not cause it  :-\

Any advice for installing that clip would be appreciated, I just got one and dont want to scratch the nice finish. THnaks, BB
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on December 07, 2012, 03:28:26 PM

My regular users at the moment are Quark 2xAA or Sunwayman V10R pocket clipped, a Preon Revo or Thrunite T20 clipped to SAKs, or a Silva Ninox for hands free. I can't find fault with any of these for frequent use, and I also have a Quark mini 123, Fenix PD20 & LD05, Thrunite T10 and Ti, and Petzl e+lite which would all be carried and used before the Lensers and ZL. I really want to like the ZL more but it's a chore to use and carry, and lights should alleviate frustration not cause it  :-\

Any advice for installing that clip would be appreciated, I just got one and dont want to scratch the nice finish. THnaks, BB

I think it was on when I got it? Not got it with me right now either
If I remember, I'll have a look tonight and see if I remember fitting it or not  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jzmtl on December 08, 2012, 10:59:43 PM
Picked up a 47 maelstrom x10 (the 640lumen xml one), not particularly impressed, several very annoying design problems. The supposed 1 second mode switching delay is more like 2.5, so lots of unintended mode switching. The push button sometimes wedged and stays on, and the twist switch is impossible to turn with two fingers, more like two hands.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/09/2y6ahezu.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: KDX on December 09, 2012, 09:19:11 PM
I received my Xeno E03 the other day and my initial impressions are favorable. I like the tint and the 'floody' beam. This should be a good light for work and would be good for room clearing etc. indoors. I've been using a LD20 for a long time so it will be interesting to see the real world difference.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on December 10, 2012, 08:23:28 AM

Just shows what a picky little bunch this is turning us all into doesn't it?  :D 

All just personal taste mate  :tu:

As the old saying goes:  "You can please some people some of the time, but you can't please all the people all the time"

Zebralight have changed the switch on their latest single AA light (the SC52) to make it less likely to switch on accidentally, and now some people are complaining that it is too firm  :whistle:

 :rofl: That sounds about right  :D

I've spent a lot of money trying out a lot of stuff since I joined up here, and much of what I like best toolwise is either discontinued and/or at odds with what everyone else likes best :D I'm really glad I've had the chance to try so much gear though, and it has helped me get together a few different options that work really well for me indeed  :tu:

It also shows how hard it must be for the poor buggers designing, manufacturing and selling all this stuff. No matter how hard they try and how proud they are, there'll always be a fair percentage of the crowd telling them what they've done is crap  :rofl:
That's true, but I also find that most people don't bother to try and think about other ways to use a tool so it works better for them.  For example, Al was saying he prefers torches with tail-switches, that's all fine and good.  However, I've noticed that with some people, it's not the switch placement that's the preference for them so much as it is the hand-hold style; some people just prefer that overhand hold.  Back to my point, you can hold a Zebra that way if you want, using a 'pencil' grip... just hold it like a pencil, and put your first or second finger on the switch to activate the light.  You can even use the overhand fist grip, just use your pinky on the switch instead.

I'm seriously looking at an SC52 but am going to wait until they come out with a C model, or at least a W, as I despise cool tints.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on December 10, 2012, 02:14:15 PM
That's true, but I also find that most people don't bother to try and think about other ways to use a tool so it works better for them.  For example, Al was saying he prefers torches with tail-switches, that's all fine and good.  However, I've noticed that with some people, it's not the switch placement that's the preference for them so much as it is the hand-hold style; some people just prefer that overhand hold.  Back to my point, you can hold a Zebra that way if you want, using a 'pencil' grip... just hold it like a pencil, and put your first or second finger on the switch to activate the light.  You can even use the overhand fist grip, just use your pinky on the switch instead.

I'm seriously looking at an SC52 but am going to wait until they come out with a C model, or at least a W, as I despise cool tints.

In truth I think much of what grabs me about a tool or light is predominantly intangible. Stuff just tends to have a certain "feel" which either appeals or doesn't. A Wave is superior to a MP700 in many ways, but a MP700 is more likely to be in my pocket (I'm not even sure where my Wave is at the moment  :-\) If I didn't have lots of options to choose from, then yes I would be spending more time trying to get the best from a specific item rather than hopping around between different brands. I suppose I've just been lucky in being able to try different things to see what works best for me (without me having to compromise or re-evaluate how I use them)

Bottom line is, I could probably get by with a Gerber Suspension, incan mini maglight, and a cheapo SAKalike ... but I don't have to  :)

The side mounted clicky on the ZLs has intrigued me from when I first saw them, and while I generally have a preference for tail clickies the side mounting on the ZL is of no real detriment (or benefit) to me in and of itself. As a whole, the ZL just doesn't grab me for whatever reason, and I think if the clickie was end mounted I don't think it would appeal any more or any less. It's a great bit of kit for the right person ... but that person isn't me, and I'd probably be happier with an "inferior" light on me if I felt more comfortable with it.

"Best" isn't always best :)
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: tattoosteve99 on December 10, 2012, 10:42:26 PM
Just got my triple board back! All parts are in! Now the fun part, putting together. Should be a real eye burner on high :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on December 10, 2012, 10:46:45 PM
"Best" isn't always best :)
Well, I think the point of all this is that "best" is a relative term, at best!   :whistle:  (Pun intended!!!)

What appeals to me about Zebras is they have a combination of ergos and design that I find unmatched in most any other light.  I love their small size, I find the UI to be much simpler in practice than on paper, and their driver technology is second to none.  I haven't seen many, if any, other torches that can eek out the combination of output and run-time Zebras get.  And, just to be clear, I'm not trying to change your mind Al, I'm just extolling what I find to be the virtues of Zebras as a maker/brand of lights.  :D

Of course, there is no one "best" tool for all possible situations.  That's why we have the accumulations of SAKs, torches, MT's, and so on that we do.  I for one am on a fairly limited budget, so I don't have the luxury of getting and trying a new tool or torch every month, so expanding the usability of the equipment I do have is a necessity for me.  I'm just glad that after being into all this stuff for a few years now I've gotten a pretty good set up that works for me, personally, for most situations/events I find myself in.  That said, torches are pretty much my first love in gadgets, and I find myself wanting more of them than any other kind of gear/equipment.  The two highest items on my to-get list right now are a Spark 18650 headlamp, and an SC52 when they become available with a neutral or HCRI emitter.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on December 11, 2012, 02:44:39 AM
That's true, but I also find that most people don't bother to try and think about other ways to use a tool so it works better for them.  For example, Al was saying he prefers torches with tail-switches, that's all fine and good.  However, I've noticed that with some people, it's not the switch placement that's the preference for them so much as it is the hand-hold style; some people just prefer that overhand hold.  Back to my point, you can hold a Zebra that way if you want, using a 'pencil' grip... just hold it like a pencil, and put your first or second finger on the switch to activate the light.  You can even use the overhand fist grip, just use your pinky on the switch instead.

I'm seriously looking at an SC52 but am going to wait until they come out with a C model, or at least a W, as I despise cool tints.

In truth I think much of what grabs me about a tool or light is predominantly intangible. Stuff just tends to have a certain "feel" which either appeals or doesn't. A Wave is superior to a MP700 in many ways, but a MP700 is more likely to be in my pocket (I'm not even sure where my Wave is at the moment  :-\) If I didn't have lots of options to choose from, then yes I would be spending more time trying to get the best from a specific item rather than hopping around between different brands. I suppose I've just been lucky in being able to try different things to see what works best for me (without me having to compromise or re-evaluate how I use them)

Bottom line is, I could probably get by with a Gerber Suspension, incan mini maglight, and a cheapo SAKalike ... but I don't have to  :)

The side mounted clicky on the ZLs has intrigued me from when I first saw them, and while I generally have a preference for tail clickies the side mounting on the ZL is of no real detriment (or benefit) to me in and of itself. As a whole, the ZL just doesn't grab me for whatever reason, and I think if the clickie was end mounted I don't think it would appeal any more or any less. It's a great bit of kit for the right person ... but that person isn't me, and I'd probably be happier with an "inferior" light on me if I felt more comfortable with it.

"Best" isn't always best :)

I wholeheartedly agree about the intangible.  For instance, my Fenix LD01 SS.  In theory, I don't care for cool tints, M-L-H mode sequences, or the extra weight of stainless, but there is just something about the sum of the parts that makes me really like the light.

"Best" isn't always best :)
Well, I think the point of all this is that "best" is a relative term, at best!   :whistle:  (Pun intended!!!)

What appeals to me about Zebras is they have a combination of ergos and design that I find unmatched in most any other light.  I love their small size, I find the UI to be much simpler in practice than on paper, and their driver technology is second to none.  I haven't seen many, if any, other torches that can eek out the combination of output and run-time Zebras get.  And, just to be clear, I'm not trying to change your mind Al, I'm just extolling what I find to be the virtues of Zebras as a maker/brand of lights.  :D

Of course, there is no one "best" tool for all possible situations.  That's why we have the accumulations of SAKs, torches, MT's, and so on that we do.  I for one am on a fairly limited budget, so I don't have the luxury of getting and trying a new tool or torch every month, so expanding the usability of the equipment I do have is a necessity for me.  I'm just glad that after being into all this stuff for a few years now I've gotten a pretty good set up that works for me, personally, for most situations/events I find myself in.  That said, torches are pretty much my first love in gadgets, and I find myself wanting more of them than any other kind of gear/equipment.  The two highest items on my to-get list right now are a Spark 18650 headlamp, and an SC52 when they become available with a neutral or HCRI emitter.

I really like my zebralight sc50w+, and like my Fenix, it is a sum-of-the-parts/intangible thing as well.  On paper, the UI would seem far too fiddly to me and the electronic style switch with parasitic drain seems less robust than a twisty, but yet again, I am really drawn to the package as a whole.  It just works.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: KDX on December 11, 2012, 03:56:07 AM
I just received a ThruNite Ti today and am quite impressed with this little light. It has two modes and boasts an impressive run time on low which is a plus. There is a newer version out goes to 80 lumens (I think) vs the 60 on this one. I think I'll be getting a few more and putting them on every key chain and in every vehicle.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on December 11, 2012, 04:09:29 AM
I just received a ThruNite Ti today and am quite impressed with this little light. It has two modes and boasts an impressive run time on low which is a plus. There is a newer version out goes to 80 lumens (I think) vs the 60 on this one. I think I'll be getting a few more and putting them on every key chain and in every vehicle.
I've been wanting to try one of those.  Let us know how it is, and how it works out for you.   :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on December 11, 2012, 04:19:55 AM
I really like my zebralight sc50w+, and like my Fenix, it is a sum-of-the-parts/intangible thing as well.  On paper, the UI would seem far too fiddly to me and the electronic style switch with parasitic drain seems less robust than a twisty, but yet again, I am really drawn to the package as a whole.  It just works.
A big problem lots of people have with Zebras is getting over the UI on paper.  It's a lot simpler in practice than it seems when you're trying to read the instructions.  It's a particular issue for people who are new to higher end torches in general. 

There is a bit of complexity in their UI, but all things considered, it's the best UI I've ever experienced on a torch that lets you go from off to either low or high.  It's that versatility that truly makes the Zebras shine in my opinion.  (That was intended too! :D )  Frankly, I like it better even then simply having to half-click through a bunch of settings, or remember if I have the bezel loose, or tight, etc.  My single biggest beef with my Quarks is having to do what I call the "Quark Shuffle"... having to half click through all the settings to get to the next lowest one when I want to decrease the brightness.  Ugh.   ::)

NiteCore's old D and E series lights had a similar interface, but I don't think they had/have the same refinement as the Zebra UI.  I'd buy a D11 in a heartbeat if they made one with a neutral or HCRI emitter again.  D10's are scarcer than hen's teeth now, and pretty much worth their weight in gold to modders and collectors.  Wish I'd bought more than one, and never traded away the one I did have! 
 :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on December 11, 2012, 09:21:19 AM
I really like my zebralight sc50w+, and like my Fenix, it is a sum-of-the-parts/intangible thing as well.  On paper, the UI would seem far too fiddly to me and the electronic style switch with parasitic drain seems less robust than a twisty, but yet again, I am really drawn to the package as a whole.  It just works.
A big problem lots of people have with Zebras is getting over the UI on paper.  It's a lot simpler in practice than it seems when you're trying to read the instructions.  It's a particular issue for people who are new to higher end torches in general. 

There is a bit of complexity in their UI, but all things considered, it's the best UI I've ever experienced on a torch that lets you go from off to either low or high.  It's that versatility that truly makes the Zebras shine in my opinion.  (That was intended too! :D )  Frankly, I like it better even then simply having to half-click through a bunch of settings, or remember if I have the bezel loose, or tight, etc.  My single biggest beef with my Quarks is having to do what I call the "Quark Shuffle"... having to half click through all the settings to get to the next lowest one when I want to decrease the brightness.  Ugh.   ::)
NiteCore's old D and E series lights had a similar interface, but I don't think they had/have the same refinement as the Zebra UI.  I'd buy a D11 in a heartbeat if they made one with a neutral or HCRI emitter again.  D10's are scarcer than hen's teeth now, and pretty much worth their weight in gold to modders and collectors.  Wish I'd bought more than one, and never traded away the one I did have! 
 :facepalm:

My favourite light for ease of setting is my Sunwayman (V10R I think  :think: ).
Click on - twist dimmer ring if necessary - click off. Marvellous :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on December 11, 2012, 09:46:12 PM
My favourite light for ease of setting is my Sunwayman (V10R I think  :think: ).
Click on - twist dimmer ring if necessary - click off. Marvellous :tu:
I've heard a lot of good things about the SWM lights, but have yet to get one.  I had an RRT-0 with a neutral XPE in it a couple years ago that had the twist ring for setting the level, and a tail-click switch.  It was an interesting UI, I have to say.  I would have preferred a side-click switch with the twist-ring though, but I haven't felt a need to get a light with such a UI.  I can see how it would have some advantages over a single, or even a dual button UI. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on December 17, 2012, 10:07:16 PM

These arrived at the weekend, a set of 5 ThruniteTi 3lumens – 60lumens
The green one is missing from the picture (and spoken for)
I have already replaced my ITP A3 on my 'car keyring'   

(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/stuff/04122012011.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike 208 on December 18, 2012, 07:35:55 AM
A female friend gave me a Rayovac "Indestructible" 2AA flashlight today (an early Christmas gift).  This light is really good.  It has two levels of output (100 lumens and 18 lumens), is water resistant and comes with a lifetime warranty.  I looked up this light on CPF, and this light (as well as the other lights in this series) gets very high marks.  The AA verison sells for around $15.00 USD.  Being a 2 AA light, it is a little long for EDC, but is perfect to carry in a vehicle or backpack.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jcr on December 21, 2012, 01:23:32 PM
I've just treated myself to an itp a3 for my keyring after reading about it on here. The last expensive torch I bought we a mini maglight about 20 years ago.
Think I may have to look out for an AA pocket torch to carry in my jacket next.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: bmot on December 21, 2012, 02:38:18 PM
I have a Fenix E11 on the way  :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on December 21, 2012, 02:41:11 PM
I have a Fenix E11 on the way  :)

Cool, Ive had one for over half a year and love it :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 21, 2012, 03:27:50 PM
I've just treated myself to an itp a3 for my keyring after reading about it on here. The last expensive torch I bought we a mini maglight about 20 years ago.
Think I may have to look out for an AA pocket torch to carry in my jacket next.
You won't be sorry, they are cracking little lights. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on December 21, 2012, 03:30:27 PM
I've just treated myself to an itp a3 for my keyring after reading about it on here. The last expensive torch I bought we a mini maglight about 20 years ago.
Think I may have to look out for an AA pocket torch to carry in my jacket next.

Oh yeah, I have from these, too and love them even more :D :D You won't regret it :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: thebullfrog on December 21, 2012, 04:17:41 PM
I just ordered a Sunwayman V10-A. Only light I could find that ticks all the boxes I was looking for.  CPF has nothing but good things to say about, so can't wait.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ICanFixThat on December 22, 2012, 01:44:47 AM
I have a few Christmas Lights because I really didn't buy many this year.  Have to wait until after the 25th though.

I did gift 2 Nitecore T2s AAA lights. Not my usual pick 4 AAA or light enthusiasts.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on December 22, 2012, 02:13:15 AM
I have a few Christmas Lights because I really didn't buy many this year.  Have to wait until after the 25th though.

I did gift 2 Nitecore T2s AAA lights. Not my usual pick 4 AAA or light enthusiasts.

Interesting, I have to go update on aaa lights cause I never even heard of those. xpe r2 isn't my first choice though. I more prefer a floodier beam.

BTW. how are you liking the DQG mini2? You still have it, right?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ICanFixThat on December 22, 2012, 02:50:32 AM
I have a few Christmas Lights because I really didn't buy many this year.  Have to wait until after the 25th though.

I did gift 2 Nitecore T2s AAA lights. Not my usual pick 4 AAA or light enthusiasts.

Interesting, I have to go update on aaa lights cause I never even heard of those. xpe r2 isn't my first choice though. I more prefer a floodier beam.

BTW. how are you liking the DQG mini2? You still have it, right?
Still have the DQG 2, I have a few, but I've not played with them much as I'm pretty happy with my regular goto lights and that one is not part of the group because I think I had issues with one and i've been really happy with the alternatives.  I have to look at those again I did toy with the idea of using it as a spare cell carrier ... But the delrin holders do good with that as the don't markup anything they contact.

Really was out of the light loop a lot this past year, I had got the v10r in xm-l and it was only so so. I did do a fair bit with LED home lighting tests an recommending to people. Running a few of the Phillips ambient/endura series and their L-prize winner. A couple G7power and stuff like that. 

I think the small flashlight manufacturers just can't get quantity of the good LEDs as easy anymore as it is big business now, a lot of commercial demand for these emitters.

XP-G2 looks nice, but really would like to see more High CRI lights with 4-5K color temps.

Zebralights should do a AAA of some sort.  The SC60w has big so good as EDC that I really want the 62w to be released. 

I think in my thoughts somewhere I answered your question.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on December 22, 2012, 03:17:31 AM
:D yes you did.

I chatted a bit with George, the manufacturer of the DQG, about his lights when the first version came out. I have his email somewhere as i see him on google talk. His designs are great but he had issues with the execution on the ver1 too. I'd like to see what he comes up with next though.

Oh and an AAA Zebra would be just dreamy. (http://www.sxoc.com/vbb/images/smilies/smitten.gif)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 22, 2012, 06:35:46 PM
Got these two from amazon uk to give out as presents to people that break things.
Also posted 3 more (2D and AA) as presents to people in the UK.

Huuuge..

134 lumens
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kwakster on December 23, 2012, 12:02:01 AM
Recently i got this Powertac E5 from Howes Knife Shop:

http://www.howesknifeshop.com/powertac-flashlights/e5-led-flashlight-with-cree-xm-l-led-700-lumens/

Fantastic combination of ridiculous output, small size, and very good build quality.
Works on 2 x CR123A non-rechargeable batteries or 1 x 18650 rechargeable battery.

My own pics:

(http://s9.postimage.org/y18mwn5i3/Powertac_E5_Weapons_Kit_5.jpg) (http://postimage.org/image/y18mwn5i3/)(http://s9.postimage.org/itsncadnf/Powertac_E5_Weapons_Kit_6.jpg) (http://postimage.org/image/itsncadnf/)(http://s9.postimage.org/mspuv42aj/Powertac_E5_Weapons_Kit_7.jpg) (http://postimage.org/image/mspuv42aj/)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jcr on December 23, 2012, 11:10:54 AM
just got an itp a3 for my keyring thanks to this forum and im holding out for the new version of the zebralight sc600 for pocket carry. i like the armytek but it looks a bit too big to carry comfortably in my jacket all day
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Styerman on December 23, 2012, 06:36:28 PM
Just bought a Streamlight Stylus Pro , from Bass Pro shops .

Chris
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: bmot on December 23, 2012, 07:11:04 PM
Fenix E11 came in yesterday  :mail: together with this nice little Sanrenmu 730t  :)
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sak-collector on December 24, 2012, 11:36:58 AM
Latest Fenix
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/12/24/9uqaby2y.jpg)


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on December 24, 2012, 11:48:55 AM
I want to make a picture of  my tiny collection made up of mostly AAA keychain lights and cheapos....:D I've recently started realising I've turned into a collector from a mere user  :facepalm: Otherwise, why am I thinking of taking with me two old old old lights from my childhood from the village we used to live when I go there next time??? Not even two, but all of them  :bnghd:  I so much hate piling old crap around myself, but ...  :surrender:

I'm also expecting a tiny USB flashlight I ordered as well as may be a light present from a friend....but this will happen only after Christmas/ New Year.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 24, 2012, 01:17:35 PM
I still think of myself as a user.  My wife might disagree. ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 24, 2012, 01:20:14 PM
I've just checked and I was right.  My wife DOES disagree. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on December 24, 2012, 01:44:49 PM
:rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on December 24, 2012, 05:34:37 PM
:rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Styerman on December 24, 2012, 10:29:22 PM
Just bought another Streamlight Stylus Pro .

Chris
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ICanFixThat on December 26, 2012, 03:33:49 AM
I've just checked and I was right.  My wife DOES disagree. :D
Just maybe she is doing that out of habit... and you're OK?  ...  :think:

OK forget that, it was a silly idea... you're  :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 26, 2012, 10:39:23 AM
I've just checked and I was right.  My wife DOES disagree. :D
Just maybe she is doing that out of habit... and you're OK?  ...  :think:

OK forget that, it was a silly idea... you're  :ahhh
:rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kitbeard on December 28, 2012, 01:21:46 PM
A Nitecore T5s dropped through the letter box about ten minutes ago.  I found a dealer offering them with nearly a third off the normal UK asking price with free postage on Amazon so I ditched my idea of getting a Preon 1 and went with the T5s.  Very first impressions are good - not as bright on high setting, I believe, as the Preon but it doesn't come with modes that I'm never going to use.  The T5s is all stainless steel, and its fit and finish are exceptional - and I suspect this is going to become a favourite.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on December 28, 2012, 01:29:18 PM
Nice looking light kitbeard - it's not about the highest lumens, and the T5 has plenty for it's size :)

Reminds me of the Klarus, also a nice light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Caress of Steel on December 28, 2012, 05:59:44 PM
Picked up a 2AA Mini MagLite Pro at one of big home improvement stores.  I had been carrying the original LED version but wanted something a little brighter.  My employer supplies AA batteries so its hard to justify carrying a SureFire on the job.

John
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on December 30, 2012, 08:20:12 AM
Picked up a 2AA Mini MagLite Pro at one of big home improvement stores.  I had been carrying the original LED version but wanted something a little brighter.  My employer supplies AA batteries so its hard to justify carrying a SureFire on the job.

John

Love the Avatar, and the username.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: thebullfrog on December 30, 2012, 07:19:21 PM
Got my Sunwayman V10A. Last one I could still find in stock anywhere. Awesome little light. Really very happy with it, should make a great EDC, provided I don't lose it/ get it stolen like my last two flashlights.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MARIOS7319 on December 30, 2012, 10:00:10 PM
Got my Sunwayman V10A. Last one I could still find in stock anywhere. Awesome little light. Really very happy with it, should make a great EDC, provided I don't lose it/ get it stolen like my last two flashlights.
I got the Sunwayman V20A, but it was defective.
The rotary bezel doesn't change the light levels.  :twak:  >:(
Fortunately the (well known) internet shop gladly accepted it back, and i decided to take the Fenix TA20.  :D
This flashlight is the first in my collection that takes CR123 (i usually have only flashlights of 2A or AAA), but i am glad for my purchase because it's very bright and with a very good beam of light.

(http://i50.tinypic.com/112aib7.jpg)

(http://i47.tinypic.com/vrwkuf.jpg)

(http://www.freesmileys.org/custom/image/cyan%5E_%5Etahoma%5E_%5E9%5E_%5E6%5E_%5EFenix TA20%5E_%5E.gif)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MARIOS7319 on December 30, 2012, 10:02:50 PM
I've just checked and I was right.  My wife DOES disagree. :D

 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on January 02, 2013, 10:15:26 PM
(http://i748.photobucket.com/albums/xx122/50ft-trad/IMG_5209.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 02, 2013, 10:17:56 PM
very pretty mate. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 02, 2013, 10:21:11 PM
He sure is... :dd:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 02, 2013, 11:12:12 PM
He sure is... :dd:
Errrr.....have you seen a pic of Al?  :think:


(http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs5/f/2006/349/c/6/Hide_by_NerdXV.gif)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on January 02, 2013, 11:23:49 PM
Whilst I ought to get upset with Gareth ... he's probably right  :-\


(http://i748.photobucket.com/albums/xx122/50ft-trad/29102011108a-1.jpg)

(http://i748.photobucket.com/albums/xx122/50ft-trad/CIMG3715.jpg)

 :whistle:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 02, 2013, 11:36:24 PM
You lot should see him before he gets his face on.  :dwts:


 :whistle:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on January 02, 2013, 11:48:37 PM
Just cos you lot have seen my special hangover face where my voice drops more octaves than I thought possible ...  :pok: :pok: :D

I sounded like Barry White with laryngitis that morning  :whistle:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 03, 2013, 07:56:05 AM
 :drool: :drool:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on January 03, 2013, 08:02:54 AM
:drool: :drool:

Um.....  :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: David on January 03, 2013, 08:40:16 AM
Peak El Capitan QTC.     :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 03, 2013, 02:14:46 PM
Nice :drool: Peak lights are cool. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on January 03, 2013, 02:18:38 PM
:drool: :drool:

Um.....  :think:

Is that addressed at me, the light, or sounding like Barry White with larangitis when hungover  :think: :P :D :D :D

Peak El Capitan QTC.     :)

That looks a very nice one David  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: thebullfrog on January 03, 2013, 10:20:13 PM
Its directed at you, sounding like barry white with laryngitis, while carrying that light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 03, 2013, 10:33:40 PM
:drool: :drool:

Um.....  :think:


 :drool: to that Nitecore on top :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sjian on January 04, 2013, 05:17:10 AM
Xeno S3A

My first neutral white LED flashlight.

(http://i.imgur.com/FzJ6R.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on January 04, 2013, 03:37:11 PM
Despite my love/hate relationship with 4Sevens, I saw they had the Mini AA with the warm HCRI emitter in stock still, so I just ordered one.

One of the silicone brackets for my ZL headlamps broke yesterday so I ordered a few extras and an extra band.

Xeno S3A

My first neutral white LED flashlight.

(http://i.imgur.com/FzJ6R.jpg)
Now you're gonna get it!  The neutral bug is hard to stop once it gets you...  Next you'll want to try a warm tint, then an HCRI, then a neutral HCRI, and so on... Soon enough you'll never want to buy a cool tint light again!  (Ask me how I know! :whistle: )
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: wndrstrck on January 04, 2013, 08:17:01 PM
Just got this in the mail  :D

Maratac Cu AA, can't wait to watch it patina  :drool:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on January 04, 2013, 11:52:30 PM
My AAA Cu went fast... all kinds of tones on it now :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 05, 2013, 12:06:45 AM
My AAA Cu went fast... all kinds of tones on it now :)

Forced patina or did it do that on its own?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Warfusion on January 05, 2013, 12:10:31 AM
Solarforce x2 going strong for me : )

Sent from my Android toothbrush!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on January 05, 2013, 12:18:46 AM
My AAA Cu went fast... all kinds of tones on it now :)

Forced patina or did it do that on its own?

Just let it do it's thing with every day use. Also got a Copper Zippo around the same time, so they are both looking pretty cool now :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ICanFixThat on January 05, 2013, 12:47:38 AM
(http://i748.photobucket.com/albums/xx122/50ft-trad/IMG_5209.jpg)

I like the SS head on that one.  Very practical.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sjian on January 08, 2013, 12:26:55 AM
Now you're gonna get it!  The neutral bug is hard to stop once it gets you...  Next you'll want to try a warm tint, then an HCRI, then a neutral HCRI, and so on... Soon enough you'll never want to buy a cool tint light again!  (Ask me how I know! :whistle: )

Oh I know about what a gem it is to have a neutral white flashlight.  But it's not going to stop me from buying cool white flashlights just because finding a neutral white flashlight with the size/battery type, beam pattern and user interface I want is harder than finding a unicorn. 

I am very impressed by the xeno S3A though.  The only 2 things that bugs me is the weird Medium - Low - High interface and the low not being low enough.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on January 08, 2013, 04:53:08 AM
Now you're gonna get it!  The neutral bug is hard to stop once it gets you...  Next you'll want to try a warm tint, then an HCRI, then a neutral HCRI, and so on... Soon enough you'll never want to buy a cool tint light again!  (Ask me how I know! :whistle: )

Oh I know about what a gem it is to have a neutral white flashlight.  But it's not going to stop me from buying cool white flashlights just because finding a neutral white flashlight with the size/battery type, beam pattern and user interface I want is harder than finding a unicorn. 

I am very impressed by the xeno S3A though.  The only 2 things that bugs me is the weird Medium - Low - High interface and the low not being low enough.
I have exactly the same qualms with Xenos.  I also dislike their "linear" driver, which means no regulation...  as the voltage of the cell decreases, so does the brightness.  Some people like that, I don't.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WoodMan on January 08, 2013, 05:22:04 AM
(http://i748.photobucket.com/albums/xx122/50ft-trad/IMG_5209.jpg)

I like the SS head on that one.  Very practical.

Head on the T0 is titanium.  A cut above the Fenix E01 for about the same money.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on January 08, 2013, 08:41:08 AM
As the resident flashlight moron, I am very happy to report that I just ordered a Leatherman Monarch 300.  It doesn't come close to any of these, but it's familiar to me and discontinued, so I'm happy to have found one.
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on January 08, 2013, 09:48:28 AM
I just got a Sunwayman M11R Sirius - but the XM-L has been removed, and replaced with 3 High CRI Nichia 219's :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on January 08, 2013, 10:38:05 AM
(http://i748.photobucket.com/albums/xx122/50ft-trad/IMG_5209.jpg)

I like the SS head on that one.  Very practical.

Head on the T0 is titanium.  A cut above the Fenix E01 for about the same money.

I hadn't realised that  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on January 08, 2013, 06:39:06 PM
As the resident flashlight moron, I am very happy to report that I just ordered a Leatherman Monarch 300.  It doesn't come close to any of these, but it's familiar to me and discontinued, so I'm happy to have found one.
Dang Simon,  :o  where do you get all this cool stuff? 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Styerman on January 09, 2013, 03:07:46 AM
My latest is a Streamlight Stylus Pro . Nothing fancy . My next one will probably be a Peli. 1920 .

Chris
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on January 09, 2013, 05:33:47 AM
Got my HCRI Q-mini yesterday.  Same tint as my other HCRI Quarks, which I've been very happy with.  Very happily living in my right front pocket clipped to my Squirt S4 with an S-biner.  :)

The next two lights on my list are a Spark ST6-460nw headlamp, and a Solarforce L2M with a Nailbender HCRI drop in.  After that, a Zebralight SC52 with a neutral or HCRI emitter.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 09, 2013, 09:09:12 AM
As the resident flashlight moron, I am very happy to report that I just ordered a Leatherman Monarch 300.  It doesn't come close to any of these, but it's familiar to me and discontinued, so I'm happy to have found one.
Dang Simon,  :o  where do you get all this cool stuff?
Another Monarch 300 fan here. :D  Am I going to light up a whole field with it? No.  Can I move around a dark building and follow a dark path?  Yes I can. 8)
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: lukekelly007 on January 09, 2013, 12:00:27 PM
Infilux IFE1 titanium clip(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/09/zy6u8uzy.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 09, 2013, 02:32:55 PM
Welcome back, Luke. :cheers: Long time no see. And some nice toys you got there. :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on January 09, 2013, 07:04:38 PM
I've also got my eye on a Solarforce L2M host, and another Nailbender module for it...   :drool:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ICanFixThat on January 10, 2013, 02:26:10 AM
I just got a Sunwayman M11R Sirius - but the XM-L has been removed, and replaced with 3 High CRI Nichia 219's :D

Holy Lumens!!  I'd LOVE that one!  Quality over quantity with those lumens.  :cheers:
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: lukekelly007 on January 10, 2013, 05:33:59 AM
Welcome back, Luke. :cheers: Long time no see. And some nice toys you got there. :salute:

Thanks bro :o) i was phoneless for a few months and finally got upgraded to a 5
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: lk007 on January 11, 2013, 08:26:25 AM
Not interested in spam.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 17, 2013, 06:39:53 PM
Not really mine but I will be able to use it/ play with it.

It is a present I bought for christmas that arrived a bit later than expected.
Fenix E11
Shown with an E09 for size comparison. Big for an AA.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_3925.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 23, 2013, 09:23:33 PM
Zebralight SC51, used but in good working condition. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 24, 2013, 08:45:42 AM
Not really mine but I will be able to use it/ play with it.

It is a present I bought for christmas that arrived a bit later than expected.
Fenix E11
Shown with an E09 for size comparison. Big for an AA.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_3925.jpg)



Good to see one "live" i.e. in a picture next to something normal and not a white background :D I've had a black one for 9 months and loved it. I've recently been wondering about buying a "silver" one, but I still hesitate. I thought the clicky would be be silver, too. Otherwise I've been impressed with the simplicity & functionality of it (from the point of view of a person who hasn't been through many flashlights in her life).
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 24, 2013, 08:56:19 AM
NNR, I see it used, though it is not mine.
The silver, to me looks a bit cheap. Looks a bit like painted plastic, rather than aluminium. I assume the black looks better.

If you are intersted I posted a link in the deals section in which they are available for sale for $21.50, including shipping.
http://wallbuys.com/Product/Fenix-E11-CREE-LED-silver-flashlight-1-AA-Max-105Lm-Waterproof-torch-5360

 I got mine for about $26 and it was a good price then.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on January 24, 2013, 09:03:54 AM
I just got a Sunwayman M11R Sirius - but the XM-L has been removed, and replaced with 3 High CRI Nichia 219's :D

Holy Lumens!!  I'd LOVE that one!  Quality over quantity with those lumens.  :cheers:

Some torch porn for you then :)

With it's little brother, an Olight S10 Ti, modded with a High CRI 219 aswell.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/24/5y8azyvu.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/24/ydu9a7e9.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/24/tu4e8y4a.jpg)

And one more, since this is MT.O after all :D, with their Ti pocket buddy:

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/24/dy8u4y5e.jpg)

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 24, 2013, 10:01:48 AM
@dks,

This is ssssoooo tempting :aaah: ..... Usually a cheap price means many weeks of waiting, though, but who knows... I hope it's still around when I manage to spare some money for cool stuff... :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ICanFixThat on January 24, 2013, 10:51:32 AM
I just got a Sunwayman M11R Sirius - but the XM-L has been removed, and replaced with 3 High CRI Nichia 219's :D

Holy Lumens!!  I'd LOVE that one!  Quality over quantity with those lumens.  :cheers:

Some torch porn for you then :)

With it's little brother, an Olight S10 Ti, modded with a High CRI 219 aswell.

<Image-1>  :drool: (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/24/5y8azyvu.jpg)

<Image-2>  :drool: (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/24/ydu9a7e9.jpg)


(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/24/tu4e8y4a.jpg)

And one more, since this is MT.O after all :D, with their Ti pocket buddy:


<Image-4>  :drool: (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/24/dy8u4y5e.jpg)

Nice!  What is the beam like with that tripple set up?  I've not been following lights so closely lately, is that a standard tripple optic, or something more special?  I'm thinking maybe a little diffusion film, might be nice.  I'd really like a small tripple Nicha 219 setup like that.   Thanks for the pics!   :drool:  :drool:  :drool:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on January 24, 2013, 12:33:01 PM
I just got a Sunwayman M11R Sirius - but the XM-L has been removed, and replaced with 3 High CRI Nichia 219's :D

Holy Lumens!!  I'd LOVE that one!  Quality over quantity with those lumens.  :cheers:

Some torch porn for you then :)

With it's little brother, an Olight S10 Ti, modded with a High CRI 219 aswell.

<Image-1>  :drool: (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/24/5y8azyvu.jpg)

<Image-2>  :drool: (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/24/ydu9a7e9.jpg)


(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/24/tu4e8y4a.jpg)

And one more, since this is MT.O after all :D, with their Ti pocket buddy:


<Image-4>  :drool: (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/24/dy8u4y5e.jpg)

Nice!  What is the beam like with that tripple set up?  I've not been following lights so closely lately, is that a standard tripple optic, or something more special?  I'm thinking maybe a little diffusion film, might be nice.  I'd really like a small tripple Nicha 219 setup like that.   Thanks for the pics!   :drool:  :drool:  :drool:

It's a standard Carclo optic. All you get is one big fat hotspot 8) no need for diffusion film.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on January 24, 2013, 12:50:38 PM
Very nice... I have a triple in a 6P body and I get the same kind of beam. Very useful too :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on January 24, 2013, 11:27:10 PM
Simon, care to share your source for that?  I'm curious about something like that.  Preferably a P60 drop in, with a 3 - 9 volt range for the driver.  I've got an L2X extended I want to get a high output module for.  I have a LumensFactory HCRI 3 mode XPG in it now, but I'm planning on getting another 1x18650 host for it (still undecided between a P1, L2M, and L2N; any input on those would be appreciated), for biking use.  Probably to replace my old Jet III Pro ST that's on the top of my helmet now.

Thanks!   :tu:

(Oh, and I bow to your superior torch-fu!  I'd use an emoticon, but I don't know the code for the "we're not worthy" smiley! :D )
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 24, 2013, 11:32:25 PM
Simon, care to share your source for that?  I'm curious about something like that.  Preferably a P60 drop in, with a 3 - 9 volt range for the driver.  I've got an L2X extended I want to get a high output module for.  I have a LumensFactory HCRI 3 mode XPG in it now, but I'm planning on getting another 1x18650 host for it (still undecided between a P1, L2M, and L2N; any input on those would be appreciated), for biking use.  Probably to replace my old Jet III Pro ST that's on the top of my helmet now.

Thanks!   :tu:

(Oh, and I bow to your superior torch-fu!  I'd use an emoticon, but I don't know the code for the "we're not worthy" smiley! :D )

(http://fc01.deviantart.net/fs40/f/2009/021/b/d/_worships2__by_Synfull.gif)

any help?

 :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on January 25, 2013, 02:38:25 AM
Simon, care to share your source for that?  I'm curious about something like that.  Preferably a P60 drop in, with a 3 - 9 volt range for the driver.  I've got an L2X extended I want to get a high output module for.  I have a LumensFactory HCRI 3 mode XPG in it now, but I'm planning on getting another 1x18650 host for it (still undecided between a P1, L2M, and L2N; any input on those would be appreciated), for biking use.  Probably to replace my old Jet III Pro ST that's on the top of my helmet now.

Thanks!   :tu:

(Oh, and I bow to your superior torch-fu!  I'd use an emoticon, but I don't know the code for the "we're not worthy" smiley! :D )

(http://fc01.deviantart.net/fs40/f/2009/021/b/d/_worships2__by_Synfull.gif)

any help?

 :D
Sweet!  Gonna copy that and keep it on a sticky note on my desktop for future use!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ICanFixThat on January 25, 2013, 04:10:11 AM
Very nice... I have a triple in a 6P body and I get the same kind of beam. Very useful too :tu:
Nice I just got the new EDC+ Tripple drop-in and I'm hoping it works well in a C2.  Awesome deal on cpfm, but I think the first run has sold out.  I have a couple large tripples but a P60 Tripple should be a bit more pocket friendly.

Still I want a nice EDC HCRI Tripple like that M11R, I may have to get a M61-219 to hold me over.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on January 25, 2013, 06:53:20 AM
Very nice... I have a triple in a 6P body and I get the same kind of beam. Very useful too :tu:
Nice I just got the new EDC+ Tripple drop-in and I'm hoping it works well in a C2.  Awesome deal on cpfm, but I think the first run has sold out.  I have a couple large tripples but a P60 Tripple should be a bit more pocket friendly.

Still I want a nice EDC HCRI Tripple like that M11R, I may have to get a M61-219 to hold me over.

There's a lot of rumoring on another forum that there will be a 2nd-gen Nichia 219 version of the EDC+ dropin. That's the one I'm going to buy :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Outback in Idaho on January 25, 2013, 07:03:49 AM
Sure wished there was a way to upgrade the LED mechanism in my Leatherman Monarch 500 SS light.

(http://i850.photobucket.com/albums/ab66/Xelkos/lighting/DSC01409.jpg)

(http://i850.photobucket.com/albums/ab66/Xelkos/lighting/DSC01398.jpg)

Still works, just not as bright as other lights available.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on January 25, 2013, 07:22:14 AM
Sure wished there was a way to upgrade the LED mechanism in my Leatherman Monarch 500 SS light.

(http://i850.photobucket.com/albums/ab66/Xelkos/lighting/DSC01409.jpg)

(http://i850.photobucket.com/albums/ab66/Xelkos/lighting/DSC01398.jpg)

Still works, just not as bright as other lights available.

It wouldn't be too hard to upgrade that.

If you're a CPF member, have a chat with Vinhngyuen54 (I've probably spelled that wrong, but it's close enough) - he's a legend with modifying and upgrading all sorts of lights.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: wndrstrck on January 26, 2013, 11:27:33 PM
Finally pulled the pin and ordered an Ti Eagletac D25A Clicky. I need a new flashlight like I need a hole in the head. I just couldn't resist, it's Titanium  :drool:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on January 26, 2013, 11:57:51 PM
Finally pulled the pin and ordered an Ti Eagletac D25A Clicky. I need a new flashlight like I need a hole in the head. I just couldn't resist, it's Titanium  :drool:

Nice. I've been eyeing that one off for a while too. I read somewhere it has a very very low low.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on January 27, 2013, 12:18:45 AM
Ti does have an extra pull factor me too!

Is it only direct drive on high when you use lithiums?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 27, 2013, 12:27:26 AM
I do like the look of the D25A Clicky as well.  Ti will be very nice I'm sure but I'd be happy with a plain old aluminium one myself. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: hiljentaa on January 27, 2013, 04:25:56 AM
Continuing with the D25A Ti discussion - just grabbed this used D25A Ti Mini. Stoked!

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8084/8417630962_1f7c7344e8_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on January 27, 2013, 08:54:20 AM
As beautiful as ti lights are, I can't ever see myself buying one.  It's just such a poor heat conductor, I'd constantly live in fear I'd fry the emitter.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on January 27, 2013, 09:24:27 AM
As beautiful as ti lights are, I can't ever see myself buying one.  It's just such a poor heat conductor, I'd constantly live in fear I'd fry the emitter.

If it's been properly designed, then there's no need to worry.

Ti's big Plus it can take an absolute flogging and still look pretty. For an EDC that's pretty valuable - and most EDC lights aren't heavily driven.

Buy one. Hold it, caress it. Then buy lots more and discover all your Al lights have dust on them :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gregozedobe on January 27, 2013, 11:48:05 AM
I'll add a caveat - don't buy a Ti twisty light if you intend to switch it on and off a lot, as (almost) all Ti/Ti threads have some degree of roughness due to galling, especially when under tension from the spring and battery.

I have a couple of Ti twisties I purchased before I found this out (and yes, I did the polishing and twisting thing thousands of times, added special "Ti" grease, still didn't like the feel).
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: playsguitars on January 29, 2013, 05:51:23 PM
Fenix E01 and E05 :tu: E11 will be next.

I have a Fenix E01. It rocks for a small flashlight, way better than I thought it would be. Still, there are cheaper, likely more versatile options out there IMHO. I don't use mine very much.

I picked up an oh-so-classic Streamlight Stylus Pro a few weeks back. I like it, I'm just having trouble integrating it into my loadout however. It doesn't sit so well in the pocket of my jeans because it's so long. I like not noticing my tools are on me. I'm looking into the miniature version as we speak..
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: bendbig on January 29, 2013, 07:30:30 PM
Maratac AA in natural Al. finish, nice light for my backup EDC?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gregozedobe on January 29, 2013, 10:45:56 PM
Maratac AA in natural Al. finish, nice light for my backup EDC?

Yep, nice little light. I have a few and use one regularly. Put an Eveready L91 battery (primary lithium, not rechargeable) in it and it will still be ready to use in 5 years time.  I do suggest annual checks to make sure it will work when you need it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: wndrstrck on February 02, 2013, 03:10:23 AM
Ti does have an extra pull factor me too!

Is it only direct drive on high when you use lithiums?

It has direct drive for all modes on a 3.7 volt cell. For lithiums and alkalines it has direct drive for high mode only.



I'll add a caveat - don't buy a Ti twisty light if you intend to switch it on and off a lot, as (almost) all Ti/Ti threads have some degree of roughness due to galling, especially when under tension from the spring and battery.

I have a couple of Ti twisties I purchased before I found this out (and yes, I did the polishing and twisting thing thousands of times, added special "Ti" grease, still didn't like the feel).

This is a newer version with the main body threads interacting with brass threads from the main head heatsink, very smooth. I have the clicky versiob but smooth threads are always nice;D

Sent from my SGH-I727R using Tapatalk 2

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gregozedobe on February 02, 2013, 10:59:25 AM
I'll add a caveat - don't buy a Ti twisty light if you intend to switch it on and off a lot, as (almost) all Ti/Ti threads have some degree of roughness due to galling, especially when under tension from the spring and battery.

I have a couple of Ti twisties I purchased before I found this out (and yes, I did the polishing and twisting thing thousands of times, added special "Ti" grease, still didn't like the feel).

This is a newer version with the main body threads interacting with brass threads from the main head heatsink, very smooth. I have the clicky versiob but smooth threads are always nice;D

I agree, of all my lights, the ones with Brass or Copper threads have the smoothest thread action, followed by Stainless steel, then Aluminium, with Ti to Ti threads trailing a fair distance behind.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stormdrane on February 02, 2013, 11:46:52 PM
Received an Olight S10 Baton in the mail today, looking forward to playing with it after dark.  I *like* the side switch and the tailcap magnet, and the pocket clip is a good one too.  Must add a paracord lanyard...  :D

The Fenix E15 has been my primary keychain EDC for over a year, and I need to spend more time with my Maratac Copper so it'll hurry up and develop a nice patina.   8)

(http://x27.xanga.com/0abe265203734284588249/o227078265.jpg)

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on February 03, 2013, 12:53:13 AM
How you do like the Olight Mr Drane?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stormdrane on February 03, 2013, 01:56:44 AM
How you do like the Olight Mr Drane?

It rocks!  :D  I like the mode sequence, switching up/down thru low/med/high by holding down the side button(glows-in-the dark), moonlight mode/strobe, excellent runtimes(although I'll have to see how they match up to manufacturers claims (http://www.olightworld.com/en/products_show.aspx?ProId=1794&CateId=105)), good pocket clip(I'll use it to attach to hat brim for hands free use), and the tailcap magnet works great too. 

The retail cost is a bit more than I like to spend on a pocket light, but I got a good deal on this one off ebay.  They have them in titanium (http://www.olightworld.com/en/products_show.aspx?ProId=1796&CateId=105) too, polished and bead blast finishes, but those cost double what I paid for mine.  It can run off rechargeable RCR123 batteries as well, so that's a savings bonus on long term use...8)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 03, 2013, 02:10:30 AM
The S10 Baton has been in my sights for a while now, good to hear it's a good one. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on February 03, 2013, 03:26:08 AM
It is a great little light. The "hold for moonlight" UI is an excellent option. It means I can leave High mode memorised for normal use, and hold the switch at nighttime to not blind myself.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on February 04, 2013, 02:14:57 AM
Thanks for that... it's on my kinda-sorta want list too!

The RCR123 thing is a must for me, and I think the UI sounds interesting... off to see what else I can obsessively find out about it now! :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 05, 2013, 05:40:45 PM
$2.69

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_4147.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on February 05, 2013, 05:49:30 PM
Silva Ninox

I already had the original version which is tucked away in a kit somewhere, but decided to get the latest version which offers 110lm in three settings over the original 70lm with two settings (I think  :think: )

Certainly my favourite headlamp, and I love the storage solution on them  ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 05, 2013, 06:59:50 PM
I've had this one a few weeks now but can't recall posting about it. :think:

(http://www.climbers-shop.com/images/Ring-Torch.jpg?height=400&width=520)
http://www.ringautomotive.co.uk/product_detail.asp?prod=2526

Not a very promising looking light I grant you, but at only £2.50 from TK Maxx I didn't think I was taking a huge gamble. :D  30 lumen seems about right, the LED has a blue tint and has lots of artefacts in the beam.  However for a AA light with a tail switch this is a very compact little light and the 30 lumen is just fine for close up work.  It also takes a Maglite pocket clip comfortably.

Now lives in my desk-tidy at work and has seen a lot more use that I would have thought.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on February 06, 2013, 01:39:52 AM
Please excuse me if I've already mentioned this, but my next torch purchase is going to be a Spark ST6-460nw headlamp.  :)  Really looking forward to getting one.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gregozedobe on February 06, 2013, 03:12:09 PM
My Zebralight SC52 arrived a few days ago, I can see it will replace the SC51 that is currently my go-to hand held light in my campervan.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: blooper on February 06, 2013, 08:41:10 PM
$2.69

http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_4147.jpg

i gotta know where you got that. been looking for a couple cheap to toss around the house.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 06, 2013, 08:43:40 PM
dinodirect
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: blooper on February 06, 2013, 08:55:09 PM
 :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: tattoosteve99 on February 06, 2013, 10:23:16 PM
Just got a sunwayman V10R Ti + :). I know it's not black, lol, but :drool: it's Ti
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on February 06, 2013, 10:59:31 PM
Just got a sunwayman V10R Ti + :). I know it's not black, lol, but :drool: it's Ti
I have the standard black one, and it's one of my favourite lights
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on February 07, 2013, 09:16:28 PM
I got a Zebralight SC51 and a BLF Mini 01 in the last few weeks. More info in the Next flashlight purchase advice (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,41970) thread soon.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on February 08, 2013, 12:23:58 PM
I had another small accident regarding my paypal account and a Ti flashlight last night :whistle:

Eagletac D25C Ti clicky on the way :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on February 08, 2013, 12:56:10 PM
I had another small accident regarding my paypal account and a Ti flashlight last night :whistle:

Eagletac D25C Ti clicky on the way :D

Watch out! Soon you'll end up like me!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/08/upeja2uj.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on February 08, 2013, 02:18:22 PM
I'm not far off that problem already! :D

Got quite a few non-Ti lights which I use often like the Lumapower IncenDio, Thrunight Catapault and a fancy triple XP-G in a Solarforce L2P... but then there was Ti.... ::)

Jetbeam TC-R1 & TC-R2
Quark Mini 123
Steve Ku Volere
Olight S10

...and now this new Eagletac... I do try and stop myself, and even sold one once :D

My biggest problem seems to be with small EDC lights - the smallest being the Quantum DD which is very happy on my keys :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on February 08, 2013, 06:40:49 PM
I had another small accident regarding my paypal account and a Ti flashlight last night :whistle:

Eagletac D25C Ti clicky on the way :D

Watch out! Soon you'll end up like me!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/08/upeja2uj.jpg)
Simon, is that D10 up in the corner there a Ti model?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on February 08, 2013, 08:56:14 PM
I had another small accident regarding my paypal account and a Ti flashlight last night :whistle:

Eagletac D25C Ti clicky on the way :D

Watch out! Soon you'll end up like me!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/08/upeja2uj.jpg)
Simon, is that D10 up in the corner there a Ti model?

No :( but it does have a HCRI XP-G in it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: stealth007s on February 09, 2013, 05:17:05 AM
Got the Surefire G2X in a goody bag on a hunt I'm doing this weekend. Pretty decent light.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8383/8457826250_754f93b5ca_c.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 09, 2013, 03:59:05 PM
Got these two today, though the 2nd one is going back to the shop as its back does not close properly.

Free with a fire extinquisher (more in the review section):

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/06-IMG_4178.jpg)

Bought (about 17Euro):

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/09-IMG_4195.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on March 04, 2013, 05:20:42 PM
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_4512.jpg)

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 04, 2013, 06:55:47 PM
that's a beast mate. :o
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on March 04, 2013, 08:11:22 PM
No pocket clip?  :-\





 :P
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on March 04, 2013, 08:40:28 PM
It does come with a strap....   :D

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_4511.jpg)

I will post some more details in the review section, as allways
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on March 04, 2013, 11:05:39 PM
A flashlight with a shoulder strap is not for the faint hearted :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: stealth007s on March 05, 2013, 04:38:41 AM
I love that torch D!¡! Nice comparison with the 58mm SAK :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on March 05, 2013, 06:10:24 PM
It's not a flashlight, but this is up next on my list...

http://www.spark001.com/Products.aspx?ProductID=32

I generally don't care for external battery packs on my headlamps, but for this one I'm going to make an exception because of the versatility it will offer because of the wide range of different power sources it can run off of.  For my around-the-house usage, my single AA headlamps just don't give me enough run-time, so I'm willing to deal with the external battery pack for the run-time.

Of course, after that, I'm sure something will come up that I'll find I'll need another headlamp for as well...    :whistle:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: bmot on March 09, 2013, 12:05:48 PM
Got a Fenix LD01 in today :) Nice little light :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on March 09, 2013, 02:01:32 PM
Olight S10, brushed Ti.

Just trying to figure out if I can get used to a side button. Nice light, great UI too :tu:

(http://www.led-focus.de/sites/www.led-focus.de/files/imagecache/product_full/Bilder%20Laubi%20018.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 09, 2013, 02:27:40 PM
Still liking the look of the S10, seems like a great light. :salute:

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Metal Mickey on March 09, 2013, 04:35:59 PM
Just got two Fenix EO1, one black, one blue.

First read about them on this forum  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on March 09, 2013, 05:44:27 PM
Still liking the look of the S10, seems like a great light. :salute:



Hate the clip - it's beastly! Just took if off and will be using a P7 type clip or a lanyard.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 09, 2013, 06:08:00 PM
Still liking the look of the S10, seems like a great light. :salute:



Hate the clip - it's beastly! Just took if off and will be using a P7 type clip or a lanyard.

It does look out of proportion from the pics, is that the issue?  Or is it just not well executed?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on March 09, 2013, 06:10:15 PM
It doesn't quite get close enough to the end of the light (in either direction) to seat the light low in my pocket well. Also, it has a bit of a death grip on it and was tearing up my jeans :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 09, 2013, 06:33:12 PM
It doesn't quite get close enough to the end of the light (in either direction) to seat the light low in my pocket well. Also, it has a bit of a death grip on it and was tearing up my jeans :rofl:

Good to know.  This light was definitely on my radar so any feedback on it is excellent. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on March 09, 2013, 07:43:07 PM
It doesn't quite get close enough to the end of the light (in either direction) to seat the light low in my pocket well. Also, it has a bit of a death grip on it and was tearing up my jeans :rofl:

Good to know.  This light was definitely on my radar so any feedback on it is excellent. :tu:

No probs, so far it is ok on a clip - don't think I've turned it on in my pocket yet either :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kirk13 on March 15, 2013, 01:47:42 AM
Had a Olight i3 EOS arrive today.

Love it,love it love it!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: parnass on March 27, 2013, 01:07:20 PM
Malkoff Devices MDC HA 1AA, powered by one AA battery.

Link: http://www.malkoffdevices.com/shop/malkoff-mdc-ha-1aa-flashlight-p-152.html

(http://parnass.com/images/malkoff-mdc-ha-1aa.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on March 29, 2013, 01:57:09 PM
These two, got them two weeks ago along with a red 2 AA MagLite I got for the car. At 14€ it was hard to resist temptation. I really like the Mag's candle mode. Wonder how hard fitting them with a LED bulb can be and if they will still have that wide/narrow beam feature?

Anyway... The LED Lenser most of you already know. I like this dude, does it's job well. I'm concerned by the 4 pill-shape batteries it takes though. I keep it my my jeans 5th pocket next to the Vic Pioneer and saw it got some scratches revealing a brass colour. So, it's not made of aluminium then? Don't really care, to be honest. Wonder if the exposed bulb coulb be a problem...

The Alpin brand has inundated the market here for some years now and I'm told they're selling well. Relatively cheap, probably made in China but seem decent, work well. Will add a further review on those once I have runtimes and facts. Takes a AA battery, it's water resistant and comes with an orange peel reflector, hi/lo/SOS mode and the tactical mode where you can throw a quick flash without switching the thing on. I kinda dislike the fact I have to go through every mode to turn it off eventually. I keep this in my bag. Total cost for the three of them was 45€. Could be better but I have my EDC needs covered for now. (I knew what I was getting into when I joined MTo :D ) Cheers, people
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JAfromMn on April 01, 2013, 11:12:46 PM
I just got this led lenser (http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/
temporary_zps9bcdb2f6.jpg)

I have a feeling it's going to be one of my most used lights.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: landwomble on April 02, 2013, 12:21:23 AM
Nitecore EA4 (from here) for general use and photographic lightpainting, plus an Energizer 6 led head torch for use on shoots...

Sent from my HTC One X using Tapatalk 2

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Metropolicity on April 02, 2013, 01:37:06 AM
Ultrafire UF-T1. Smallest Ti aaa light ever. So nice on my keys.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Metal Mickey on April 09, 2013, 09:31:00 PM
Olight i3s (the newer version) in black arrived today.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on April 10, 2013, 12:14:47 AM
Not necessarily my latest but my Fenix E15 stays on one of my keyrings and I get the most use out of it.  It's an awesome light  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on April 10, 2013, 10:14:54 AM
I've got a thrunite to 2 coming soon :)

Looks the part and only £11 on amazon too.

Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk 2

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: borgwarrior on April 10, 2013, 11:12:04 AM
Picked up two Streamlight TL-2 Leds for $30 a piece  :drool:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: lowtech on April 10, 2013, 01:28:12 PM
I just got a Gerber Omnivore.
Not tested it yet, but i imagined it to be smaller.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 10, 2013, 06:55:30 PM
I've got a thrunite to 2 coming soon :)

Looks the part and only £11 on amazon too.

Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk 2

Can't believe there is yet another version of the Ti out.  Off the top of my head I can think of the Ti Firefly, the Ti, the Ti2 and now the TiS.  I have to say I like my Ti and would still be using it if I wasn't still in the middle of my love affair with my Eagletac. :dd:

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on April 10, 2013, 08:18:54 PM

Can't believe there is yet another version of the Ti out.  Off the top of my head I can think of the Ti Firefly, the Ti, the Ti2 and now the TiS.  I have to say I like my Ti and would still be using it if I wasn't still in the middle of my love affair with my Eagletac. :dd:


A little love triangle going on there.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 11, 2013, 01:37:28 AM

Can't believe there is yet another version of the Ti out.  Off the top of my head I can think of the Ti Firefly, the Ti, the Ti2 and now the TiS.  I have to say I like my Ti and would still be using it if I wasn't still in the middle of my love affair with my Eagletac. :dd:


A little love triangle going on there.

(http://fc08.deviantart.net/fs6/i/2005/113/6/6/_love__by_N_Style42.gif)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on April 11, 2013, 02:19:55 AM
I'm still waiting for Zebra's SC52 to come out with a neutral or HCRI emitter...   :whistle:

Saving up my pennies, too, for a Spark SX5-320nw...  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: r-ice on April 11, 2013, 01:07:08 PM
nitecore d10 and a 44dd
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on April 11, 2013, 10:30:56 PM
nitecore d10 and a 44dd
You actually got your hands on a D10!   :o  Nice score!  I'm still kicking myself to this day for not picking up at least one of them when they were still in production...   :rant:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: landwomble on April 11, 2013, 10:40:35 PM
Nitecore EA4. It's bloody great...!

Sent from my HTC One X using Tapatalk 2

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: r-ice on April 12, 2013, 01:08:24 AM
nitecore d10 and a 44dd
You actually got your hands on a D10!   :o  Nice score!  I'm still kicking myself to this day for not picking up at least one of them when they were still in production...   :rant:

worst part was that I lost my first one on the road, and somehow I managed to pick up a second one I believe on one of the forums. heh.  I love my d10 it's the perfect vest light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: tattoosteve99 on April 13, 2013, 12:54:46 AM
Latest is.....none. I've got my light that I love and its always with me. I carry a e01 as a backup and have a few just in case.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Lynn LeFey on April 13, 2013, 03:58:36 AM
Okay... first of all, don't laugh. I'm not a flash-a-holic, and I don't need a flashlight that much, that often, and when I do, it doesn't need to throw that far.

So I ordered a 'Small Sun Mini ZY-551' from Deal Extreme. It was... wait for it... $3.50 with shipping.

It's a small black aluminum flashlight which uses a single AA and has a tail switch with what seems to be a pretty durable rubber cover. The switch seems pretty robust. It claims to be 60-100lm. Ummmm.... no. Maybe 30-40, with a brand new Energizer battery. But that's fine, because that's all I really need. The color from the 'cool white' LED is REALLY 'cool', almost pale blue. I don't know if it's my imagination but it seems to have about the worst CRI I've ever seen from artificial light minus arc sodium street lamps. It is way more spotty than I'd care for. I was hoping for something with more flood. As I'm not picky about artifacts and distortions and imperfections, any it might have didn't jump out at me. it also comes with a decent lanyard.

I'll maybe make another post when I've had it for a while, to see if it lasts or disintegrates into powder rapidly.

Come on... $3.50

It is what it is: a single mode, tail clicky, using one AA, and putting off all the light I'd really need. It seems solid enough, and would probably be great for kids who are prone to losing lights. It's small and simple... and cheap.
http://dx.com/p/small-sun-mini-zy-551-luminus-200lm-cool-white-led-flashlight-black-1-x-aa-177386
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 13, 2013, 09:36:14 AM
Don't worry Lynn, I have a very similar spec'ed torch that sits in a desk tidy at work and it basically does almost everything I could want from a light.  Nothing wrong with that light IMO. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on April 13, 2013, 06:28:43 PM
Nowt wrong with that at all Lynn  :tu:

Well, other than the absence of a deep carry pocket clip of course  :P
 :D :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Lynn LeFey on April 13, 2013, 06:33:43 PM
Since I don't pocket carry, it's not an issue (for me).
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on April 13, 2013, 06:41:16 PM
 :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mvyrmnd on April 14, 2013, 05:22:16 AM
nitecore d10 and a 44dd
You actually got your hands on a D10!   :o  Nice score!  I'm still kicking myself to this day for not picking up at least one of them when they were still in production...   :rant:

Problem solvered!

(Sorry for the Aussie in-joke)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on April 15, 2013, 10:19:15 PM
nitecore d10 and a 44dd
You actually got your hands on a D10!   :o  Nice score!  I'm still kicking myself to this day for not picking up at least one of them when they were still in production...   :rant:

Problem solvered!

(Sorry for the Aussie in-joke)
:tu:

Many thanks good sir!  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: New_World on April 16, 2013, 10:33:25 PM
have the new 4sevens preon on the way.  =)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Metal Mickey on April 24, 2013, 11:34:43 PM
Received a Thrunite Archer 2A today. Only used it to try it out and flick through the modes etc in the house so far. Initial impressions are good although it did have an annoying rattle which a couple of turns of masking tape around the AA cells has cured nicely.  :tu:

The forward clicky feels good and loving the 0.2 lm firefly mode  :P
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 25, 2013, 08:09:18 AM
thrunite do seem to be a good quality maker. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on April 28, 2013, 09:00:55 PM
thrunite do seem to be a good quality maker. :tu:

+1  :tu:

I did tell myself 'I don't need any more torches' but  :ahhh  .....

LED torch from Lidls as mentioned on British blades forum (8 quid)

Rear clicky, 3 x AAA, with one of those adjustable lenses
Says here up to 125 lumin
2 modes; 120m for aprox 3hrs
                  25m for aprox 25hrs


(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/stuff%202013/28042013008.jpg) (http://s112.photobucket.com/user/sparky_415/media/stuff%202013/28042013008.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zed on April 28, 2013, 10:07:56 PM
You just answered the question I just asked on your bootsale post tony  :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on April 28, 2013, 11:40:51 PM

Just been playing with it, seems like a nice well made torch for 8quid  :tu:

 :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on May 01, 2013, 05:16:21 AM
have the new 4sevens preon on the way.  =)
Looks like a nice little light... I'll pass until they make one with a neutral or HCRI emitter though, but that's just me.  I don't do cool tints
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Vladimir on June 18, 2013, 06:44:07 PM
I received this today.
I used cheap ones from Deal Extreme before, but I wanted something better.
Led Lenser Automotive

(http://i43.tinypic.com/11jq1ya.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on June 18, 2013, 06:46:51 PM
I received this today.
I used cheap ones from Deal Extreme before, but I wanted something better.
Led Lenser Automotive

(http://i43.tinypic.com/11jq1ya.jpg)

Never seen that one before, but I haven't been looking too closely at the Led Lensers either. I'd love to hear your thoughts on it when you've used it a bit though. :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: blooper on June 19, 2013, 05:08:45 AM
 My boss came into my office in a panic looking for a flashlight. I asked if he really needed one and offerred my e11. He ran off and came back a little bit later and asked if I just carry one on my keys everyday. Then he called me a big geek.

We'll see what I say next time he needs a flashlight.     ::)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: frjack on June 19, 2013, 06:30:15 AM
Just got this from DX. Wanted a decent uv light and the little ones are practically invisible, when making a quick banknote check. Well made and a good size for my half knackered hands. (I've become rather paranoid about banknotes, since a few friends got stuck with some, recently. One was from an ATM! )
http://dx.com/p/uniquefire-s10-uv-395-410nm-ultraviolet-uv-led-flashlight-black-1-x-aa-14500-206049

Sent from my Nexus S using Tapatalk 4 Beta

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on June 19, 2013, 02:16:53 PM
Just got this from DX. Wanted a decent uv light and the little ones are practically invisible, when making a quick banknote check. Well made and a good size for my half knackered hands. (I've become rather paranoid about banknotes, since a few friends got stuck with some, recently. One was from an ATM! )
http://dx.com/p/uniquefire-s10-uv-395-410nm-ultraviolet-uv-led-flashlight-black-1-x-aa-14500-206049

Sent from my Nexus S using Tapatalk 4 Beta



Looks like a nice UV flashlight and fairly inexpensive. :tu: I've been thinking of getting a UV flashlight for some time. I'd love to hear your thoughts on this one when you get it. :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nervium on June 20, 2013, 04:18:38 PM
i bought a led lenser k2, strongest small flashlight i see.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nate j on June 22, 2013, 05:31:53 AM
Picked up a Fenix LD22G2 last week.  Haven't had time to fully put it through its paces yet, but initial impressions are quite good.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on June 22, 2013, 09:02:48 AM
Just got this from DX. Wanted a decent uv light and the little ones are practically invisible, when making a quick banknote check. Well made and a good size for my half knackered hands. (I've become rather paranoid about banknotes, since a few friends got stuck with some, recently. One was from an ATM! )
http://dx.com/p/uniquefire-s10-uv-395-410nm-ultraviolet-uv-led-flashlight-black-1-x-aa-14500-206049

Sent from my Nexus S using Tapatalk 4 Beta



Looks like a nice UV flashlight and fairly inexpensive. :tu: I've been thinking of getting a UV flashlight for some time. I'd love to hear your thoughts on this one when you get it. :cheers:

+1  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 23, 2013, 09:34:52 AM
Picked up a Fenix LD22G2 last week.  Haven't had time to fully put it through its paces yet, but initial impressions are quite good.
Looks like a good light. :tu:  Looking forward to hearing your thoughts. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 23, 2013, 12:35:40 PM
Just browsing through Heinnie Haynes site and I saw they were selling the AAA Mini Maglite LED for not to much money so I decide to go for one.  Now I know that it's not the latest and greatest light out there but as my first ever quality torch was a AAA Mini Maglite I felt I had to own the LED version as well. :)

http://www.heinnie.com/Flashlights/Maglite-Flashlights/Mini-Maglite-LED/p-0-97-261-9699/
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on June 23, 2013, 02:24:39 PM
Just browsing through Heinnie Haynes site and I saw they were selling the AAA Mini Maglite LED for not to much money so I decide to go for one.  Now I know that it's not the latest and greatest light out there but as my first ever quality torch was a AAA Mini Maglite I felt I had to own the LED version as well. :)

http://www.heinnie.com/Flashlights/Maglite-Flashlights/Mini-Maglite-LED/p-0-97-261-9699/

£12.95 for a LEDed Mini Mag looks like a decent price. :tu: I'd love to hear your thoughts on it when you have played with it a bit.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nuphoria on June 23, 2013, 03:31:28 PM
Just browsing through Heinnie Haynes site and I saw they were selling the AAA Mini Maglite LED for not to much money so I decide to go for one.  Now I know that it's not the latest and greatest light out there but as my first ever quality torch was a AAA Mini Maglite I felt I had to own the LED version as well. :)

http://www.heinnie.com/Flashlights/Maglite-Flashlights/Mini-Maglite-LED/p-0-97-261-9699/

£12.95 for a LEDed Mini Mag looks like a decent price. :tu: I'd love to hear your thoughts on it when you have played with it a bit.

Me too. I think it's nostalgia mostly, but I do like Maglites :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 23, 2013, 06:18:42 PM
Just browsing through Heinnie Haynes site and I saw they were selling the AAA Mini Maglite LED for not to much money so I decide to go for one.  Now I know that it's not the latest and greatest light out there but as my first ever quality torch was a AAA Mini Maglite I felt I had to own the LED version as well. :)

http://www.heinnie.com/Flashlights/Maglite-Flashlights/Mini-Maglite-LED/p-0-97-261-9699/

£12.95 for a LEDed Mini Mag looks like a decent price. :tu: I'd love to hear your thoughts on it when you have played with it a bit.

Me too. I think it's nostalgia mostly, but I do like Maglites :D

The price seems to be around £10 less that it sells for most other places, yet that doesn't seem to be a sale price at HH. :think:  Given that HH have the old incan version up for just £1 less (£11.95), I suspect someone has made a bo-bo?  Not that I'm complaining mind you. ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stormdrane on June 26, 2013, 02:14:04 AM
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5495/9137317011_c2cb06ae69_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/stormdrane/9137317011/)
Trustfire Z1 LED Flashlight... (http://www.flickr.com/photos/stormdrane/9137317011/#) by Stormdrane (http://www.flickr.com/people/stormdrane/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 26, 2013, 08:25:15 AM
Just browsing through Heinnie Haynes site and I saw they were selling the AAA Mini Maglite LED for not to much money so I decide to go for one.  Now I know that it's not the latest and greatest light out there but as my first ever quality torch was a AAA Mini Maglite I felt I had to own the LED version as well. :)

http://www.heinnie.com/Flashlights/Maglite-Flashlights/Mini-Maglite-LED/p-0-97-261-9699/

£12.95 for a LEDed Mini Mag looks like a decent price. :tu: I'd love to hear your thoughts on it when you have played with it a bit.

Me too. I think it's nostalgia mostly, but I do like Maglites :D

The price seems to be around £10 less that it sells for most other places, yet that doesn't seem to be a sale price at HH. :think:  Given that HH have the old incan version up for just £1 less (£11.95), I suspect someone has made a bo-bo?  Not that I'm complaining mind you. ;)

Arrgh!  They sent me a LED Solitaire by mistake. :(  As I didn't really want the Solitaire right now I've sent it back and HH are going to try again.  Very helpful and apologetic chap on the phone, but it's still a little frustrating.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on June 26, 2013, 08:40:05 AM
I assume it was in a clamshell so you didn't even get to play with it. Or am I wrong? ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 27, 2013, 09:20:42 AM
I assume it was in a clamshell so you didn't even get to play with it. Or am I wrong? ;)
No, sadly you are right and it was still sealed up tight. :(  I would have loved to have had a chance to play with the Solitaire but I didn't want to scupper my chances of getting the torch I had actually paid for.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 27, 2013, 07:14:03 PM
And the saga, I suspect, continues. :facepalm:  Just read a very polite email from HH saying that they have received my returned maglite and dispatched a different one.  The issue is that they seem to think I've returned a AAA Mini Maglite LED (I didn't, I returned a Solitaire LED) and seem to be saying that they've now sent me a conventional AAA Mini Maglite. :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: fordmechanic on June 28, 2013, 02:07:57 AM
Im very new to this forum and all but ive been looking thru the threads and it seems nobodys a fan of surefire? Any reason?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nate j on June 28, 2013, 05:05:35 AM
Im very new to this forum and all but ive been looking thru the threads and it seems nobodys a fan of surefire? Any reason?

I suppose I shouldn't say I'm not a fan, as I've never handled one, though I doubt I'll ever buy one.  With so many good flashlights available for say $60 or less, I just can't really justify spending $100+ ($100+++ for some models) on a flashlight.  Also, I'm not a fan of the (expensive and sometimes difficult to find) 123A batteries.  I much prefer lights that run on cheap and easy-to-find AA or AAA batteries.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: fordmechanic on June 28, 2013, 06:41:33 AM
That 100% makes sence ..........as my friend talked me into the sf e2d led which I love cause most fit in a standard scope mount and is currently on my moss 500a's forend but I use sf brand batteries cause my friend used off brand and they exploed.........and their expencive, dont last long and most of the time I gotta get them off line.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on July 02, 2013, 06:01:30 PM
And the saga, I suspect, continues. :facepalm:  Just read a very polite email from HH saying that they have received my returned maglite and dispatched a different one.  The issue is that they seem to think I've returned a AAA Mini Maglite LED (I didn't, I returned a Solitaire LED) and seem to be saying that they've now sent me a conventional AAA Mini Maglite. :ahhh

OK, third time's a charm as they say, or I hope it is at least.  HH had indeed sent out a incan AAA mini maglite rather than the LED version I wanted, so that's also been sent back and I'm told the correct light is on it's way to me now.  Lets see what I get this time........ :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on July 10, 2013, 01:48:28 PM
Fenix E11 and Nitecore SRT 6 have arrived.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on July 10, 2013, 02:02:23 PM
I see a lot of text and only one pic on this page. :whistle:

Let's see those new additions. :pok:

:D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on July 10, 2013, 05:31:59 PM
And the saga, I suspect, continues. :facepalm:  Just read a very polite email from HH saying that they have received my returned maglite and dispatched a different one.  The issue is that they seem to think I've returned a AAA Mini Maglite LED (I didn't, I returned a Solitaire LED) and seem to be saying that they've now sent me a conventional AAA Mini Maglite. :ahhh

OK, third time's a charm as they say, or I hope it is at least.  HH had indeed sent out a incan AAA mini maglite rather than the LED version I wanted, so that's also been sent back and I'm told the correct light is on it's way to me now.  Lets see what I get this time........ :D

well as soon as they stop trying to send me a Solitaire I'll post some pics of a AAA mini maglite LED, how about that?  Yes, that's right, they send out another Solitaire (perhaps the same one?) again.  I have worked out what's going wrong though, the label on the back of the Solitaire does indeed claim that it is a AAA mini maglite LED.  It's wrong, but that's what it claims. :doh:  So once again the Solitaire headed back to sunny Wales and I'm going to see what's waiting for me when I get home. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on July 10, 2013, 07:14:02 PM
Got this with my Orange Fuse and am really impressed. I have been using it almost every day.


(http://i927.photobucket.com/albums/ad112/ChadV_2010/Flashlights/DSC00414_zpse44c3542.jpg)

(http://i927.photobucket.com/albums/ad112/ChadV_2010/Flashlights/DSC00432_zpsca7576fa.jpg)

(http://i927.photobucket.com/albums/ad112/ChadV_2010/Flashlights/DSC00436_zps6da0eacc.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nervium on July 10, 2013, 11:39:17 PM
a nebo 5 function 3aa.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ltriant on July 11, 2013, 08:32:11 AM
My Klarus Mi X6. I've had it for 3-4 months now so it's showing a tiny bit of use. Need to give it a clean so it's nice and shiny again! :angel:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Essexman on July 11, 2013, 10:16:13 PM
SWM D40A. 4AA flashlight, very nice UI, as bright as the sun.

(http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t212/essexman/Torch/DSCF5167_zpsc4aa1730.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sazabi on July 12, 2013, 02:26:36 AM
Holy smurf that's thick. o.o
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on July 12, 2013, 02:29:31 AM
Very cool looking Sunwayman, that D40A. :tu: Did you have a chance to try it out yet? Did you need it for work or just wanted a portable sun.

(http://24.media.tumblr.com/avatar_55421e246a1c_64.png)

Very affordable too. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on July 20, 2013, 11:59:33 PM
Nitecore SRT3 Defender.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on July 21, 2013, 10:59:25 AM
I'm liking the look of that Nitecore Millhouse. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kirk13 on July 21, 2013, 12:39:24 PM
Olight i3EOS to replace my clicky stitch Tank at work.

Damn tank kept switching itself on in my pocket :twak:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Essexman on July 21, 2013, 01:04:04 PM

Holy smurf that's thick. o.o

It's thick because it has 4AAs  :D



Very cool looking Sunwayman, that D40A. :tu: Did you have a chance to try it out yet? Did you need it for work or just wanted a portable sun.

(http://24.media.tumblr.com/avatar_55421e246a1c_64.png)

Very affordable too. :tu:

Been playing with it a bit. I love the UI, far better than the Nitecore EA4. The quality of the Sunwayman lights exceeds nitecore as far as I'm concerned, great lights.

No not needed for work, I just like lights.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kiak on August 03, 2013, 05:15:20 PM
I just received two Sipik SK68 clones - one for the car, and the other for my father. So far I played a liitle with mine and can say that this is very good light for the money I payed!

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-d65mHw0I-tg/UfoZzfnD_RI/AAAAAAAAAds/9eQ_Y6opMwE/w569-h856-no/DSC_0702.JPG)

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-xXtwvyB0g8Y/UfoZ0_yaKEI/AAAAAAAAAd4/qJ5tTtEr0vg/w1287-h856-no/DSC_0709.JPG)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-xwUO8lOcmgA/UfoZ13gGLRI/AAAAAAAAAeA/1l5avHnHaf8/w1287-h856-no/DSC_0711.JPG)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on August 07, 2013, 11:15:51 PM
And the saga, I suspect, continues. :facepalm:  Just read a very polite email from HH saying that they have received my returned maglite and dispatched a different one.  The issue is that they seem to think I've returned a AAA Mini Maglite LED (I didn't, I returned a Solitaire LED) and seem to be saying that they've now sent me a conventional AAA Mini Maglite. :ahhh

OK, third time's a charm as they say, or I hope it is at least.  HH had indeed sent out a incan AAA mini maglite rather than the LED version I wanted, so that's also been sent back and I'm told the correct light is on it's way to me now.  Lets see what I get this time........ :D

well as soon as they stop trying to send me a Solitaire I'll post some pics of a AAA mini maglite LED, how about that?  Yes, that's right, they send out another Solitaire (perhaps the same one?) again.  I have worked out what's going wrong though, the label on the back of the Solitaire does indeed claim that it is a AAA mini maglite LED.  It's wrong, but that's what it claims. :doh:  So once again the Solitaire headed back to sunny Wales and I'm going to see what's waiting for me when I get home. :D

Did the LED Solitaire ever arrive? This saga needs closure. ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on August 07, 2013, 11:31:18 PM
Nope, no AAA Mini Maglite yet.  I'll need to give them a nudge.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on August 08, 2013, 04:37:40 PM
Nope, no AAA Mini Maglite yet.  I'll need to give them a nudge.

See, even I got confused with all the Maglites you've been receiving and sending back. :D Yes, I meant to say the Mini Mag. ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on August 08, 2013, 06:17:30 PM
Nope, no AAA Mini Maglite yet.  I'll need to give them a nudge.

See, even I got confused with all the Maglites you've been receiving and sending back. :D Yes, I meant to say the Mini Mag. ;)

and here's me thinking that you were taking the piss. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on August 13, 2013, 05:12:00 PM
just received these little lights.  im no flashaholic or led junkie so other than these lights work and are brighter than what ill need them for im happy.  a friend has the 2 mode Ti2 that has seen regular use and is a pretty great little light so i figured for the price i had to try them out. btw thanks for the post i saw on MTo recently regarding the sale on these because i have been wanting a AAA for my keys.   

the green is a fantastic color as is the blue. i also got "red" but much like the "red" Ti2 its not red at all its more purple/lilac, that went to my daughters key ring.     
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on August 13, 2013, 07:43:49 PM
The ThruNite Ti series seem to have been a big hit, I know I like my one. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on August 13, 2013, 08:41:05 PM
I just received two Sipik SK68 clones - one for the car, and the other for my father. So far I played a liitle with mine and can say that this is very good light for the money I payed!

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-d65mHw0I-tg/UfoZzfnD_RI/AAAAAAAAAds/9eQ_Y6opMwE/w569-h856-no/DSC_0702.JPG)
I must say, there not a bad little light, I have the same thing but black, has off, high, low, and flash. I love the grip, fits perfectly in the hand, and the clip is so freaking tight, not one of those little wire ones! The only thing I don't like of it is the funky look of the eye and how if you zoom in it gives you a square chip, but hey it does the job and for the cost, I definitely got no beef! JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NAB on August 15, 2013, 04:39:54 PM
A Mini Mag AA LED Pro, a Nitecore EA2, and a Mag XL50 are my latest.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on August 15, 2013, 05:04:53 PM
The ThruNite Ti series seem to have been a big hit, I know I like my one. :tu:

im not much of a light enthusiast but i can tell the difference in output/quality/color to an extent and the Ti is pretty nice little light.  i have a olight i2 that i also really like and a led lenser p3 that can with my wave as a bundle.  i wanted something for my keys or LM sheath side elastic compartment.  im really happy so far and as mentioned the colors are way cool.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: detron on August 21, 2013, 02:33:36 AM
OK, this is a cheap flashlight ( $6.98 )  but I think it is very useful due to the cool feature it has. 
This light in no way replaces those amazing lights I see in this forum, but it is cool for the price.  :tu:

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz255/detronphillips/20130820_192444.jpg)

now after a little magic  :sa:

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz255/detronphillips/20130820_192556.jpg)


and one more trick  :o

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz255/detronphillips/20130820_192610.jpg)


TA DA!   :whistle:

also, there is a magnet built in around the light end
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on August 21, 2013, 09:14:56 AM
That is pretty neat. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on August 21, 2013, 09:43:42 AM
cool feature on that light.   
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on August 21, 2013, 12:33:20 PM
:D

Cool idea. :2tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: detron on August 21, 2013, 04:12:57 PM
I like it,  and the magnet is strong enough to hold the light securely on the bottom of anything ferrous.

 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kiak on August 21, 2013, 04:45:13 PM
I decide to give it a try to a marvelous blue Thrunite Ti with 10440 battery. I start the Hi mode verry rarely, because the light gets too hot.The Lo-mode with this battery is around 60 lumens and that's more than enough for daily (nightly) basis.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on August 28, 2013, 07:03:22 PM
And the saga, I suspect, continues. :facepalm:  Just read a very polite email from HH saying that they have received my returned maglite and dispatched a different one.  The issue is that they seem to think I've returned a AAA Mini Maglite LED (I didn't, I returned a Solitaire LED) and seem to be saying that they've now sent me a conventional AAA Mini Maglite. :ahhh

OK, third time's a charm as they say, or I hope it is at least.  HH had indeed sent out a incan AAA mini maglite rather than the LED version I wanted, so that's also been sent back and I'm told the correct light is on it's way to me now.  Lets see what I get this time........ :D

well as soon as they stop trying to send me a Solitaire I'll post some pics of a AAA mini maglite LED, how about that?  Yes, that's right, they send out another Solitaire (perhaps the same one?) again.  I have worked out what's going wrong though, the label on the back of the Solitaire does indeed claim that it is a AAA mini maglite LED.  It's wrong, but that's what it claims. :doh:  So once again the Solitaire headed back to sunny Wales and I'm going to see what's waiting for me when I get home. :D

Could it be?  Is it just possible that I have a 2xAAA Mini-Maglite on the way?  We'll just have to wait and see. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kiak on August 29, 2013, 11:19:11 AM
Finlay, after 20 days waiting...
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1AGesmc_X2U/Uh8QemvQyPI/AAAAAAAAAh4/3bYvnh0_9hw/w1024-h690-no/DSC_0719.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-KBergA82uIY/Uh8Qeoh1NXI/AAAAAAAAAiA/2rqiqmQx8DA/w612-h856-no/DSC_0720.JPG)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on August 29, 2013, 11:35:55 AM
 :drool: :drool:  :tu:  It actually looks.... chocolat-y rather than orange as they advertise it, lol :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: cowsmilk on August 29, 2013, 02:45:15 PM
Tain Piccolo Ti.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/29/y5yquza6.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/29/sutu6agy.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/29/ytuba9a5.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/29/y4e8a7a3.jpg)

Muyshondt Ti Nautilus
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/29/penyryha.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/29/qe2y7edy.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on August 29, 2013, 06:23:53 PM
Finlay, after 20 days waiting...
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1AGesmc_X2U/Uh8QemvQyPI/AAAAAAAAAh4/3bYvnh0_9hw/w1024-h690-no/DSC_0719.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-KBergA82uIY/Uh8Qeoh1NXI/AAAAAAAAAiA/2rqiqmQx8DA/w612-h856-no/DSC_0720.JPG)

Love that colour. :drool:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on August 29, 2013, 06:56:44 PM
Finlay, after 20 days waiting...
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1AGesmc_X2U/Uh8QemvQyPI/AAAAAAAAAh4/3bYvnh0_9hw/w1024-h690-no/DSC_0719.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-KBergA82uIY/Uh8Qeoh1NXI/AAAAAAAAAiA/2rqiqmQx8DA/w612-h856-no/DSC_0720.JPG)

Love that colour. :drool:

GoingGear special I think, their anniversary model. Looks cool. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on August 29, 2013, 06:59:33 PM
Tain Piccolo Ti.
...
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/29/ytuba9a5.jpg)
...

Muyshondt Ti Nautilus
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/29/penyryha.jpg)
...

:o

Very :drool: -worthy additions, 2% :tu:

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kiak on August 29, 2013, 07:37:17 PM
GoingGear special I think, their anniversary model. Looks cool. :tu:

Yes, I wanted to by this one for several reasons - the color is great, it is special edition GG anniversary flashlight, and - everybody can buy black or blue or red or gold, but this one has personality! And for me, this is important.  8)

cowsmilk, I think yours aren't very common, are they?  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: cowsmilk on August 29, 2013, 07:58:33 PM
Tain Piccolo Ti.
...
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/29/ytuba9a5.jpg)
...

Muyshondt Ti Nautilus
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/29/penyryha.jpg)
...

:o

Very :drool: -worthy additions, 2% :tu:
Thanks, Enki! The Piccolo lives in my pocket kit, as you may already know. The Nautilus, however, I'm not sure of yet. It's a beautiful light though. I'm just so used to my HDS clicky that the Nautilus may not stay too long. Here is a comparison shot with my HDS.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/30/unuveja5.jpg)
Hard to believe they both use the same battery.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on August 29, 2013, 11:29:18 PM
sc52w
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Theron on August 30, 2013, 11:40:26 AM
HDS EDC Rotary (High CRI) coming sometime.  Hopefully production issues are really solved.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on August 30, 2013, 01:42:08 PM
HDS EDC Rotary (High CRI) coming sometime.  Hopefully production issues are really solved.

Yes, I've seen that people has started getting them in after MANY months waiting. Hopefully you can get yours soon and can tell us how you like it then. :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on August 30, 2013, 05:43:41 PM
And the saga, I suspect, continues. :facepalm:  Just read a very polite email from HH saying that they have received my returned maglite and dispatched a different one.  The issue is that they seem to think I've returned a AAA Mini Maglite LED (I didn't, I returned a Solitaire LED) and seem to be saying that they've now sent me a conventional AAA Mini Maglite. :ahhh

OK, third time's a charm as they say, or I hope it is at least.  HH had indeed sent out a incan AAA mini maglite rather than the LED version I wanted, so that's also been sent back and I'm told the correct light is on it's way to me now.  Lets see what I get this time........ :D

well as soon as they stop trying to send me a Solitaire I'll post some pics of a AAA mini maglite LED, how about that?  Yes, that's right, they send out another Solitaire (perhaps the same one?) again.  I have worked out what's going wrong though, the label on the back of the Solitaire does indeed claim that it is a AAA mini maglite LED.  It's wrong, but that's what it claims. :doh:  So once again the Solitaire headed back to sunny Wales and I'm going to see what's waiting for me when I get home. :D

Could it be?  Is it just possible that I have a 2xAAA Mini-Maglite on the way?  We'll just have to wait and see. :D

 :mail: :woohoo:

I am now the happy owner of a 2xAAA Mini-Maglite LED.  Was it worth the wait?  First impressions are good, though the incandescent version is a torch that I have very fond memories (being my first quality light), so there is a chance I am biased. ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: detron on August 31, 2013, 05:21:27 AM
So, I picked this pack up at my local hardware store.

$30!

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz255/detronphillips/20130830_194136.jpg)

now the main negative I have (besides the fact that my wife stole one within 20 seconds of me opening it) is that you have to go through all the modes to turn it off.

the other minor negative is a red glow on the power button to indicate low battery is considered a mode.

however, the lights are very bright, and they they glow for a few minutes after you turn off the light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sam Quint on August 31, 2013, 02:16:56 PM
JetBeam RRT-01

(http://i42.tinypic.com/29qeext.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on September 01, 2013, 12:48:41 AM
So, I picked this pack up at my local hardware store.

$30!

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz255/detronphillips/20130830_194136.jpg)

now the main negative I have (besides the fact that my wife stole one within 20 seconds of me opening it) is that you have to go through all the modes to turn it off.

the other minor negative is a red glow on the power button to indicate low battery is considered a mode.

however, the lights are very bright, and they they glow for a few minutes after you turn off the light.
That looks like a pretty good deal for $10 a piece.  :D :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: detron on September 01, 2013, 01:01:15 AM
So, I picked this pack up at my local hardware store.

$30!

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz255/detronphillips/20130830_194136.jpg)

now the main negative I have (besides the fact that my wife stole one within 20 seconds of me opening it) is that you have to go through all the modes to turn it off.

the other minor negative is a red glow on the power button to indicate low battery is considered a mode.

however, the lights are very bright, and they they glow for a few minutes after you turn off the light.
That looks like a pretty good deal for $10 a piece.  :D :tu:

Sawman, I agree with you 100%  I wanted a flash light, but at this price 3 it was
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Theron on September 02, 2013, 07:47:42 AM
FordEx Group 300lm Mini Cree Led Flashlight Torch Adjustable Focus Zoom Light Lamp from Amazon.  Only a few bucks with free shipping.

Ordered a Prometheus Alpha Ready-Made.  Hopefully someday I can get a Bespoke made.

Hoping to get a call about a Fenix PD35 tomorrow.

I  gotta make sure the wife doesn't see everything together, lol.
I have stopped buying knives and multi-tools though.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jonwkng on September 02, 2013, 06:30:22 PM
Ordered a Prometheus Alpha Ready-Made.  Hopefully someday I can get a Bespoke made.

 :tu: Great purchase! Once you get your Ready-Made, chances are you'll crave for a Blue-Label or a Bespoke.  :) Though I think Jason is preoccupied now with his Prometheus Writes Kickstarter project fulfillment.

Personally, I'm waiting patiently for my Deft-X...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kiak on September 12, 2013, 01:01:24 PM
Not exactly a flashlight, but I bought a Fenix headband, so I can use my LD12 as headlamp. Nutnfancy was right - this band is perfect! I'm very glad.

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Aqb-xUQYdsE/UjGJB9bzw5I/AAAAAAAAAjo/5EEYv7e9m9g/w1287-h856-no/DSC_0773.JPG) (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-X67SwLEblGI/UjGJCXkP3PI/AAAAAAAAAjs/KMw98rPKyt8/w1287-h856-no/DSC_0774.JPG)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on September 12, 2013, 01:23:11 PM
Cool!

sent from my mobile

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: stealth007s on September 13, 2013, 05:06:50 AM
I like the pop up diffuser :tu: Nice light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on October 07, 2013, 07:04:14 PM
In a slightly drunken moment I decide to order one of these: http://dx.com/p/trustfire-z2-cree-xpe-r3-5-mode-280lm-memory-white-led-flashlight-w-clip-grey-1-x-14500-122591
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on October 07, 2013, 07:42:58 PM
In a slightly drunken moment I decide to order one of these: http://dx.com/p/trustfire...lip-grey-1-x-14500-122591 (http://dx.com/p/trustfire-z2-cree-xpe-r3-5-mode-280lm-memory-white-led-flashlight-w-clip-grey-1-x-14500-122591)

 :D

Never go to DX while drunk. ;)

I received my ZL H51w today and a second package was waiting for me too. :D So far I like it very much. :2tu:

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/2013-10-07181242_zps548b13b9.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: landwomble on October 07, 2013, 08:54:05 PM
Alpkit Gamma. Lovely headtorch and only 15GBP

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on October 07, 2013, 09:51:16 PM
I was given a streamlight nano and I bought a photon x.  I wanted something lightweight and
slim(ish) for my keys.  I really like the photon and love playing with the modes.  the fast flashing mode is killer when I blast my music and turn off all the lights and RAVE. haha

I haven't had the nano for long but what a nice little light for day to day use. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on October 08, 2013, 12:03:32 AM
I was given a streamlight nano and I bought a photon x.  I wanted something lightweight and
slim(ish) for my keys.  I really like the photon and love playing with the modes.  the fast flashing mode is killer when I blast my music and turn off all the lights and RAVE. haha

I haven't had the nano for long but what a nice little light for day to day use.
I love my nano. I never go anywhere without it on my keys. I also carry my Fenix E15 and sometimes my mag LED 2aaa (if I have a shirt pocket). If there is one thing I use extremely often, it's a light, so I kind of go overkill on the carrying...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on October 11, 2013, 07:42:22 PM
These arrived today. (more in the review thread in a bit)

Ultrafire E05 and S6

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_7057.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_7090.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on October 12, 2013, 06:21:31 PM
The Ultrafire E05 eh?  A little cheeky bit of name stealing I think. ;)

I've got a Victorinox 2xAAA torch on the way from Dr Gonzo. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on October 12, 2013, 07:08:42 PM
I have an upgraded Fenix E15 (170 lm) on the way.  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on October 12, 2013, 08:31:57 PM
The Ultrafire E05 eh?  A little cheeky bit of name stealing I think. ;)

I've got a Victorinox 2xAAA torch on the way from Dr Gonzo. 

Not really surprising from anything with a xxxxFire in the name either. :D The surprising part is the Tank007 electronics in them. They are currently $12,99 at DX and I'm very tempted to try one out. Not that I need another keychain light. ::)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on October 13, 2013, 08:12:06 PM
The Ultrafire E05 eh?  A little cheeky bit of name stealing I think. ;)

I've got a Victorinox 2xAAA torch on the way from Dr Gonzo. 

Not really surprising from anything with a xxxxFire in the name either. :D The surprising part is the Tank007 electronics in them. They are currently $12,99 at DX and I'm very tempted to try one out. Not that I need another keychain light. ::)

I posted the link from the shop I got them from, in the deals sectionn
Maybe they are still on offer
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: tattoosteve99 on October 14, 2013, 05:13:36 AM
Not mine but I have sipik coming in for my kids. 160lm adjustable focus with aspheric lens. Runs off single AA or 14500. One blue and one green.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on October 16, 2013, 06:44:37 PM
Just got in one of the old Victorinox 2xAAA torches from Dr Gonzo.  I have to say it's a nice solid light with a high quality feel to it.  It is however quite 'old school' and uses a 5mm LED with a notable blueish tint.  I'm not unhappy though, I didn't get this light because I needed another torch, but more as a conversation piece. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on October 16, 2013, 07:55:48 PM
Just got in one of the old Victorinox 2xAAA torches from Dr Gonzo.  I have to say it's a nice solid light with a high quality feel to it.  It is however quite 'old school' and uses a 5mm LED with a notable blueish tint.  I'm not unhappy though, I didn't get this light because I needed another torch, but more as a conversation piece. :tu:

There's something special about a 5mm led. ;) And in the 2xAAA combo it should have a good run time too. I don't mind the blue tint so much unless I'm hunting white walls. :P
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on October 16, 2013, 08:02:08 PM
Just got in one of the old Victorinox 2xAAA torches from Dr Gonzo.  I have to say it's a nice solid light with a high quality feel to it.  It is however quite 'old school' and uses a 5mm LED with a notable blueish tint.  I'm not unhappy though, I didn't get this light because I needed another torch, but more as a conversation piece. :tu:

There's something special about a 5mm led. ;) And in the 2xAAA combo it should have a good run time too. I don't mind the blue tint so much unless I'm hunting white walls. :P

Yeah, I dunno TBH, I can't find any specs on it.  I'd guess you are right though. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: bmot on October 17, 2013, 07:37:46 PM
I've had my new Thrunite TN12 for about two weeks now... And I quite like it :) Here are some thoughts on it:


- More than bright enough for my purposes, though it does heat up quickly when on the highest mode. According to the factory, it's 705 lumens, and I'm inclined to believe that, even though I don't really have something to compare it to (my previous brightest flashlight was a Fenix E11...)


- I quite like the shape of the light


- I do think the clicky button could be a bit easier to press...


- I like the UI, really simple, simply loosen, then tighten the head for the next mode: firefly-low-med-high-strobe


- the sheath that comes with it isn't so good, sadly... Feels really flimsy, and the belt-attachment thingy is weird. Sort of seems like it wants to be Molle-okay (damn, my English is bad, tonight -.-), it's two straps which velcro against eachother, but also they have a snap at the downside of the sheath. Well, shortly, I don't like it -.-
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on October 17, 2013, 07:55:56 PM
I jsut checked the specs of that Thrunite TN12. Looks like a very cool light. :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: bmot on October 17, 2013, 07:59:54 PM
I jsut checked the specs of that Thrunite TN12. Looks like a very cool light. :cheers:


It is :) (literally, too, but that was to be expected, and I'm really not a tint snob  :D )


Got it for $33,- shipped, too. I was first looking at the Fenix PD35, but then I found this on sale  :D

I think it's really gonna be useful in my new job (I probably will get... Not sure yet, but I'm like 90% sure :P )
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on October 17, 2013, 08:21:15 PM
I jsut checked the specs of that Thrunite TN12. Looks like a very cool light. :cheers:


It is :) (literally, too, but that was to be expected, and I'm really not a tint snob  :D )


Got it for $33,- shipped, too. I was first looking at the Fenix PD35, but then I found this on sale  :D

I think it's really gonna be useful in my new job (I probably will get... Not sure yet, but I'm like 90% sure :P )

Do tell. :D Should we be keeping our fingers crossed? :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: bmot on October 17, 2013, 09:25:46 PM
I jsut checked the specs of that Thrunite TN12. Looks like a very cool light. :cheers:


It is :) (literally, too, but that was to be expected, and I'm really not a tint snob  :D )


Got it for $33,- shipped, too. I was first looking at the Fenix PD35, but then I found this on sale  :D

I think it's really gonna be useful in my new job (I probably will get... Not sure yet, but I'm like 90% sure :P )

Do tell. :D Should we be keeping our fingers crossed? :D


Naah, no need for crossed fingers ;) I had the interview a few weeks ago, and I now have to watch a 'showcase', to see if I would like the job... So if I got it correctly, the ball is in my park now :)


It's a part-time job, building up and taking down dj-equipment, at a company that rents out dj's to weddings, parties and things like that. So, get a car full of electronics at the 'headquarters', drive it to the place of the party, build up, wait (or go home in between) then at the end of the party I come back, break it back down, bring it back, and done.
It's really just a parttime job, but the good thing is I think it should fit besides college, next year, too :) (I plan on starting college in September (for the third time  :facepalm:  but just forget that for now  :whistle: ))
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on October 17, 2013, 09:29:59 PM
Another Olight i3S .... I'd had one for half an year, but then needed some money for other stuff and decided to sell it.... I lived without it for a week and decided I couldn't... it was such a useful, practical and convenient item, that I ordered another one, this time red, to match my E4 ... sorry about the blurred pic :)

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/nikoleta_rangelova/17102013591_zpsa0726016.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on October 17, 2013, 09:44:02 PM
Niki, how's the clip on these? Tight or does it spin around?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on October 19, 2013, 12:34:25 AM
My Trustfire Z2 arrived today.  First impressions are good. :tu:

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on October 19, 2013, 10:37:27 PM

I received a Led Lenser P3 bm today
AAA, 16 lumins 7hrs and a focus-able beam  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jekostas on October 20, 2013, 05:46:07 AM
My faithful Tank007 E09 is being retired after two years of flawless service. 

Just ordered a new Bronte RA01.  Seems to be the best new cheap AAA on the market.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on October 23, 2013, 05:03:50 PM
Just got my Fenix LD12, 2013 version with 125 lumens  :D Can't wait for sundown :D

So far I've had E25 and E11 from Fenix' AA flashlights, the E25 was too big and too throwy (2 x AA), the E11s I loved... the LD12's momentary on takes a fraction of a second more time than the E11's momentary on for some reason. It's a little longer and slightly bigger in diameter. The anti-roll thingie's more of a ... fancy stuff thing rather than really helpful, I think. The flat shapes there, going round the body of the light (can't describe it in a better way) turn out to be... only half of them all. They take turns, one flat, one rounded, one flat, one rounded.. so it may not roll on its own, but if you gave it a slight push on a steep surface, it will go down. The clip would do a better job as an anti-roll measure, I think. I wish my hands were a little larger so that I could keep my thumb on the on/off button and in the same time press the mode changing button with my pinky/whatever other finger. But, oh well. Anyway :D *me wants dark*
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on October 23, 2013, 05:13:10 PM
Just got my Fenix LD12, 2013 version with 125 lumens  :D Can't wait for sundown :D

So far I've had E25 and E11 from Fenix' AA flashlights, the E25 was too big and too throwy (2 x AA), the E11s I loved... the LD12's momentary on takes a fraction of a second more time than the E11's momentary on for some reason. It's a little longer and slightly bigger in diameter. The anti-roll thingie's more of a ... fancy stuff thing rather than really helpful, I think. The flat shapes there, going round the body of the light (can't describe it in a better way) turn out to be... only half of them all. They take turns, one flat, one rounded, one flat, one rounded.. so it may not roll on its own, but if you gave it a slight push on a steep surface, it will go down. The clip would do a better job as an anti-roll measure, I think. I wish my hands were a little larger so that I could keep my thumb on the on/off button and in the same time press the mode changing button with my pinky/whatever other finger. But, oh well. Anyway :D *me wants dark*
Thanks for your feedback. I love the Fenix E15 and use it quite a lot (daily). I've drooled over some of their AA and AAA models and the one's you mention. I think their quality is top notch  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on October 23, 2013, 06:34:04 PM
A new Maratac AAA, has replaced my Rolson. Took the chain and clip from the Rolson. It's now easier to carry and it also preserves the clip from constant use.
I prefer the new one because it has 3 modes and the led has a glass cover (the Rolson had no cover over the lens).
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on October 23, 2013, 07:10:15 PM
Just got my Fenix LD12, 2013 version with 125 lumens  :D Can't wait for sundown :D

So far I've had E25 and E11 from Fenix' AA flashlights, the E25 was too big and too throwy (2 x AA), the E11s I loved... the LD12's momentary on takes a fraction of a second more time than the E11's momentary on for some reason. It's a little longer and slightly bigger in diameter. The anti-roll thingie's more of a ... fancy stuff thing rather than really helpful, I think. The flat shapes there, going round the body of the light (can't describe it in a better way) turn out to be... only half of them all. They take turns, one flat, one rounded, one flat, one rounded.. so it may not roll on its own, but if you gave it a slight push on a steep surface, it will go down. The clip would do a better job as an anti-roll measure, I think. I wish my hands were a little larger so that I could keep my thumb on the on/off button and in the same time press the mode changing button with my pinky/whatever other finger. But, oh well. Anyway :D *me wants dark*
Thanks for your feedback. I love the Fenix E15 and use it quite a lot (daily). I've drooled over some of their AA and AAA models and the one's you mention. I think their quality is top notch  :tu:


Yep, I love Fenix, after their lights, I was disappointed in other brands I got... I've had Fenix E01, E05, E11 x 3, E25 and now the LD12 :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on November 09, 2013, 05:08:41 AM
Got these today. Super cheap, but there pretty bright. $3.50 each.

(http://i927.photobucket.com/albums/ad112/ChadV_2010/Knives%20and%20MT%204/DSC00934_zpse1e06124.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: New_World on November 09, 2013, 07:16:34 PM
Got these today. Super cheap, but there pretty bright. $3.50 each.

(http://i927.photobucket.com/albums/ad112/ChadV_2010/Knives%20and%20MT%204/DSC00934_zpse1e06124.jpg)

bought some of those too :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on November 21, 2013, 12:28:06 PM
Just got in my ThruNite TN12.  So far I am very happy. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on November 21, 2013, 12:59:54 PM
I got a great mini led flashlight yesterday.

It has a key ring, comes with a small blade and scissors. Also has a small nail file with a screw driver at the end and a tiny retractible ball point pen.

Some people call it the Victorinox Signature Lite.

 :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on November 21, 2013, 05:38:03 PM
Just got in my ThruNite TN12.  So far I am very happy. :)

I need to get myself something in the crazy lumen range too. :think: Question is, what? So many options. :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on November 21, 2013, 06:33:08 PM
Eagletac G25C2, version 2, with XML2 LED.

(http://www.eagletac.com/images/g25c2/features/details/images/features_kur.png)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on November 21, 2013, 06:53:45 PM
Just got in my ThruNite TN12.  So far I am very happy. :)

I need to get myself something in the crazy lumen range too. :think: Question is, what? So many options. :ahhh

Well, as I said, so far I'm pretty happy with this one. 

Pro's;
compact compared to my other 18650 light
more than bright enough
mode memory
well made
does tail stand, but a little wobbly of not on a perfect surface.

Con's;
odd feeling UI, switch on/off, but twist for mode selection.
strobe as part of the main sequence, so have to go through it to get from high to firefly etc.
Slightly cheap feeling clip, seems to be more of an afterthought rather than part of the design.

Other;
I've been using it on Low most of the day and that's been a good level for looking under beds (I've been inspecting electrical sockets.  Nothing too sinister, honest).  Good general purpose level IMO.

I'm really not sure about the claim of 95 lumen for the medium mode, it seems much brighter compared to my 121 lumen Eagletac in a ceiling bounce test.  In fact it's perhaps a bit too close to it's own High mode of 605 lumen. :think:

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: silverwarior on November 23, 2013, 10:51:25 AM
This one, Sunwayman D20A,a  very solid 2AA light.

(http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm84/silverwarior/image_zpsb42b38b6.jpg) (http://s294.photobucket.com/user/silverwarior/media/image_zpsb42b38b6.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on November 23, 2013, 11:05:42 AM
 :o :o :o



That looks interesting and very cool.  8) I love seeing flashlights or tools that instantly make you want to know more. This is one of those for me especially since i'm a AA and AAA flashlight snob.  :D So instead of looking it up online I want to know what you think of it.  :D  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on November 23, 2013, 11:12:15 AM
This one, Sunwayman D20A,a  very solid 2AA light.

(http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm84/silverwarior/image_zpsb42b38b6.jpg) (http://s294.photobucket.com/user/silverwarior/media/image_zpsb42b38b6.jpg.html)

I've just been reading Selfbuilt's review (http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?375201) and I have to say it looks very interesting.  I would be interested to hear how you get along with it. :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on November 23, 2013, 11:28:03 AM
Eagletac G25C2, version 2, with XML2 LED.

(http://www.eagletac.com/images/g25c2/features/details/images/features_kur.png)

I do sometimes think I should get a real, super bright, photon thrower, but have so far managed to resist. ;)  Did you get all the battery tube options?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: silverwarior on November 23, 2013, 11:58:16 AM
:o :o :o



That looks interesting and very cool.  8) I love seeing flashlights or tools that instantly make you want to know more. This is one of those for me especially since i'm a AA and AAA flashlight snob.  :D So instead of looking it up online I want to know what you think of it.  :D  :tu:


I've just been reading Selfbuilt's review (http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?375201) and I have to say it looks very interesting.  I would be interested to hear how you get along with it. :cheers:

I bought it as it is too unique & it reminds me of an old flashlight that i have when i was a kid. It is much smaller than i thought & it feels very solid when i hold it in my hands, probably because of the weight. However, i don't edc it currently due to it is still too bulky to carry it inside my pant's pocket & i don't like to clip it to my belt either, which makes me looks like mall ninja as I tug my shirt in my office attire.

For the UI, it cycling from high to low when you press the mode button & it do memorize your last mode. Same for the Red LED. What's annoys me is it will back to default high, each time you switch between white & red LED. Not my preferred UI. Probably i am spoiled by my current edc zebralight sc51 which its UI allow me to access to either low or high mode directly.

What i do like is i can lock out the light by pressing & holding down the mode button, rather than the conventional way of unscrew the tail cap. Also, to my eyes, it seems brighter than sc51 on high mode, but with a much narrow spill.

I will keep this light in my car. Other than normal use, the police strobe mode of the Red LED would be good to use as an extra/backup emergency light, says when i have to replace a flat tyres at road side.

Edit: the 'D' ring at the tail cap will make a small rattling sound, if you didn't attached the lanyard to it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on November 23, 2013, 12:55:00 PM
I do sometimes think I should get a real, super bright, photon thrower, but have so far managed to resist. ;)  Did you get all the battery tube options?

Didn't bother with the extended battery tube. I'm running this light on 18650, with the additional 18650 tube, the light becomes quite long. I don't need the extended run time, and wanted to maintain portability. Despite the size, the light is actually quite easy to carry in a jacket pocket.

Go on Gareth, you know you want an eye searing, super bright light.  :pok:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on November 23, 2013, 01:27:09 PM
With lights I do feel the need to find a role for them to fill, and I honestly don't have a use for one, other than as a curio.  Not that having a cool toy isn't a good enough reason TBH, just that it's not quite enough for me. ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on November 23, 2013, 02:34:35 PM
Gareth, decent Cree XML-T6 torches are know selling for $8 (due to the arrival of newer models) so getting a powerfull torch does not cost that much.
e.g. : http://www.[url=http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,55947.0.html]SPAMCORP.com/2000-Lumen-CREE-XM-L-T6-Mini-LED-Flashlight-1x18650-p-90080.html[/url]

http://www.[url=http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,55947.0.html]SPAMCORP.com/Ultrafire-CREE-XM-L-T6-2000lm-5-Modes-Zoomable-LED-Flashlight-p-88406.html[/url]

Many come with an adapter so that they can use 3AAA batteries (I know you are not too keen on that)

Look at CPF for some further discount coupons too.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Cupboard on November 23, 2013, 05:54:04 PM
There are some torches on ebay at the moment that come with an 18650 and charger that cost less than you can buy a decent 18650 for.
They alarm me a bit.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Lynn LeFey on November 29, 2013, 02:46:59 PM
I mentioned this in another thread, but I just picked up the 4Sevens Preon A0-Ti Atom. It's a titanium version of the P0.

I'd like to say that this was a well-researched and well-thought-out decision on my part, but the truth is, it was in a store, I was looking at it, all logic shut down, and some weird 'Must Have!' mental command took over.

The A0 (and P0), has a flat end, so it can tail-stand. It has a rare earth magnet in the tail too, so can be stuck on ferrous metal objects. It has a split ring attached very near to the tail. The emitter cone glows in the dark, charged after the light is on. It has two settings, a low .25 lumen setting, and a high 30lm (or thereabouts) setting. It uses a single AAA cell, and is only very slightly larger than the battery.

It's a twist operation.

Like my P1, the A0 comes in on low mode, which is my preference.

Pretty happy with it so far. I'll see how it suits my needs after carrying it for a while.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on November 29, 2013, 09:22:44 PM
Ißm having a hard time liking the P0/A0 cause of the "borrowed" design and, well, just about everything from the DQG Tiny II. 4sevens got a lot of heat on CPF for it when it came out too but they denied everything. ::) The thing is the design of the second generation DQG Tiny was public on CPF for months before the P0 even was announced and I spoke to the maker of it about it a few months before that when I was trying to acquire the gen 1 version of it. Kid of lost respect of the company after that. :-\

It's a cool light though so enjoy it. :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Lynn LeFey on November 29, 2013, 10:52:02 PM
Uuhhhmmm...? Being unaware of any of that, I can only give a review of the product in-hand.

And for that product, i haven't carried the light long enough to know whether it will permanently replace my P1.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JAfromMn on November 30, 2013, 01:23:44 AM

(http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/temporary_zps303f4c40.jpg)


Thanks Man.  :cheers:


awesome little light.


sorry for the link. I'm having photobucket issues.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on November 30, 2013, 01:30:12 PM

http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/temporary_zps303f4c40.jpg


Thanks Man.  :cheers:


awesome little light.


sorry for the link. I'm having photobucket issues.

Very nice gift. :cheers: I've just been looking at it at goinggears black friday sales again.

BTW, I fixed the links here and in the CHristmas thread.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JAfromMn on December 02, 2013, 12:37:07 AM

http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/temporary_zps303f4c40.jpg


Thanks Man.  :cheers:


awesome little light.


sorry for the link. I'm having photobucket issues.

Very nice gift. :cheers: I've just been looking at it at goinggears black friday sales again.

BTW, I fixed the links here and in the CHristmas thread.

thanks enki_ck

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Metal Mickey on December 02, 2013, 02:08:46 AM
My latest is another Thrunite Archer 2A because I mislaid my original soon after I got it  :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jekostas on December 02, 2013, 04:34:08 AM
Bronte RA01 to replace my Tank007 E09
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: hammerheel68 on December 04, 2013, 04:47:23 AM
Lately I have been buying more and more into Selfbuilt's mantra of buying lights with adequate "highs", but lower "lows" with super long runtimes.  I recently bought a Fenix E35 based on that criteria, and it's a great light.  I must admit that not having a tailcap switch is a little weird, but those True ANSI lumens are nice, and the runtimes are L-O-N-G. I also recently purchased a Thrunite T10 for my keychain light, and I also like it, A Lot.  I was going to take a break, but then Battery Junction had a Smokin' "Black Friday Weekend Sale", and I bought 3 more flashlights. A Nitecore MT21A for the Rediculously Low price of $23, and also a Fenix E01 for Less than $10, and a Nitecore T0 for Less than 9 Bucks.  Since I was on a Roll, I went ahead and pulled the trigger today on a Solarforce T1 U2, which I'm buying as a Christmas present for Myself.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 22, 2013, 08:00:56 PM
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_20131222_114959.jpg)
More in the review section, as per usual.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 23, 2013, 08:46:49 PM
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_7716.jpg)

Multitool!  Torch, Baton, xxxtoy...   :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Etherealicer on December 23, 2013, 08:59:41 PM
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_7716.jpg)

Multitool!  Torch, Baton, xxxtoy...   :facepalm:
:rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: komalsharma on December 24, 2013, 09:38:46 AM
Hey I have also flashlight. that a Fusion of power and style, that is my  KENOBI LIGHTSABER .

(http://www.collectorsheritage.com/media/catalog/product/cache/5/small_image/330x267/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/o/b/obi-wan-kenobi-lightsaber-thumb-1.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 24, 2013, 02:03:07 PM
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_7716.jpg)

Multitool!  Torch, Baton, xxxtoy...   :facepalm:
Link, we need a link.  :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sticktodrum on December 24, 2013, 02:07:30 PM
A pair of High CRI Foursevens Minis should be here today. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 24, 2013, 02:23:24 PM
Link, we need a link.  :rofl:

 :pok: There is more in the review section

It was bought from Bangood but it is now sold out/ not availble (there was a promotion on BLF)
This was the smaller model, by the way...
A search for "flashlight baton q5" shows a few.
Here is a picture of a few, from BLF.

I have been carrying it (at home  :D ) all day. It is an interesting item for sure.
(http://the.pic.fi/kuvat/Misc/BLF/WP_20130912_09_36_08_Pro.jpg/_full.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 24, 2013, 02:37:38 PM
That last one is especially nuts. :doh:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mr. Whippy on December 24, 2013, 03:42:06 PM
Prometheus Beta QR.  This is the HA anodized version

It's not the brightest light, but it does feel good in hand and it has a Quick Release ring built in.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on December 24, 2013, 04:11:02 PM
Link, we need a link.  :rofl:

 :pok: There is more in the review section

It was bought from Bangood but it is now sold out/ not availble (there was a promotion on BLF)
This was the smaller model, by the way...
A search for "flashlight baton q5" shows a few.
Here is a picture of a few, from BLF.

I have been carrying it (at home  :D ) all day. It is an interesting item for sure.
(http://the.pic.fi/kuvat/Misc/BLF/WP_20130912_09_36_08_Pro.jpg/_full.jpg)

No mister police officer, I'm not walking around at night with a baseball bat in my hand, that's my flashlight.

 :police:    :_c:


Yeah, that would work. :doh:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 24, 2013, 04:30:43 PM


No mister police officer, I'm not walking around at night with a baseball bat in my hand, that's my flashlight.

 :police:    :_c:


Yeah, that would work. :doh:

Why do you think people buy the 6D Maglites...   :D 
I assume they are acceptable and they are cheap too.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: derekmac on December 25, 2013, 02:26:57 AM


......xxxtoy...   :facepalm:
Well you'd be able to see exactly what you're doing!  :rofl:


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 25, 2013, 03:09:48 PM


......xxxtoy...   :facepalm:
Well you'd be able to see exactly what you're doing!  :rofl:


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eeewww... :P

And on that all too vivid note I think we'll leave that line of humour alone. ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on December 26, 2013, 12:50:02 AM
I might have accidentally bought another flashlight.  :facepalm:

4sevens is having a inventory sale with prices down to even 50% (http://www.4sevens.com/december_25_2013.html) so I was browsing around and saw the tiny CR2 model going for $20, tried the cpf8 code and it reduced it to $18.40. So I bought it. :oops:

180 lumens out of a 2 inch flashlight? That I gotta see. >:D


The CR123 and 2xAA Quarks are a bargain to at $30 but I already have those. ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sticktodrum on December 26, 2013, 04:41:36 AM
I might have accidentally bought another flashlight.  :facepalm:

4sevens is having a inventory sale with prices down to even 50% (http://www.4sevens.com/december_25_2013.html) so I was browsing around and saw the tiny CR2 model going for $20, tried the cpf8 code and it reduced it to $18.40. So I bought it. :oops:

180 lumens out of a 2 inch flashlight? That I gotta see. >:D


The CR123 and 2xAA Quarks are a bargain to at $30 but I already have those. ;)

NoOooOooO! Why did you have to post that? I just ordered two more CR2 Minis...and the 360* Headlamp kit for my Atoms. I actually had my CR2 Mini in my pocket today, I love that light. One of the few that can actually kick a Zebralight out of my pocket.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 26, 2013, 11:01:59 AM
How easy/cheap are the CR2 cells for you gents to pick up? 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on December 26, 2013, 11:09:52 AM
I haven't bought batteries locally in years. I buy them in batches online.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on December 26, 2013, 12:05:05 PM
I might have accidentally bought another flashlight.  :facepalm:

4sevens is having a inventory sale with prices down to even 50% (http://www.4sevens.com/december_25_2013.html) so I was browsing around and saw the tiny CR2 model going for $20, tried the cpf8 code and it reduced it to $18.40. So I bought it. :oops:

180 lumens out of a 2 inch flashlight? That I gotta see. >:D


The CR123 and 2xAA Quarks are a bargain to at $30 but I already have those. ;)

NoOooOooO! Why did you have to post that? I just ordered two more CR2 Minis...and the 360* Headlamp kit for my Atoms. I actually had my CR2 Mini in my pocket today, I love that light. One of the few that can actually kick a Zebralight out of my pocket.

Now you know why some call me their PSA (Personal Shopping Assistant). >:D Did you ever try using 15270 li-ion batteries in them?  I prefer using rechargeable batteries but can't seem to find AW 15270s, can you recommend another good brand?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sticktodrum on December 27, 2013, 02:46:45 AM
How easy/cheap are the CR2 cells for you gents to pick up?

The primaries, I always get from BatteryJunction.Com. They sell Titanium Innovations CR2 cells for $1 each. Same for CR123a cells. I just order ten or so, and shipping is about $2-3. They're a good brand and a lot of folks have tested and vouched for them on CPF. I like them.


I might have accidentally bought another flashlight.  :facepalm:

4sevens is having a inventory sale with prices down to even 50% (http://www.4sevens.com/december_25_2013.html) so I was browsing around and saw the tiny CR2 model going for $20, tried the cpf8 code and it reduced it to $18.40. So I bought it. :oops:

180 lumens out of a 2 inch flashlight? That I gotta see. >:D


The CR123 and 2xAA Quarks are a bargain to at $30 but I already have those. ;)

NoOooOooO! Why did you have to post that? I just ordered two more CR2 Minis...and the 360* Headlamp kit for my Atoms. I actually had my CR2 Mini in my pocket today, I love that light. One of the few that can actually kick a Zebralight out of my pocket.

Now you know why some call me their PSA (Personal Shopping Assistant). >:D Did you ever try using 15270 li-ion batteries in them?  I prefer using rechargeable batteries but can't seem to find AW 15270s, can you recommend another good brand?

There's a thread on CPF Marketplace from a AW dealer, and I saw that he has the size for CR2 Li-ion rechargeables. They're only 300MAh though, so I've stayed away from them for the time being. I may try them out in the future, if I can pick up some spacers for them to fit my Intellicharger. Anyway, I'll try to dig up the link for you when I get to my PC.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on December 27, 2013, 03:22:33 AM
There's a thread on CPF Marketplace from a AW dealer, and I saw that he has the size for CR2 Li-ion rechargeables. They're only 300MAh though, so I've stayed away from them for the time being. I may try them out in the future, if I can pick up some spacers for them to fit my Intellicharger. Anyway, I'll try to dig up the link for you when I get to my PC.


Found it. 350mAh and unprotected :-\ He does have spacers too. I'll have to think about it. Not sure if it's worth it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Omni on December 30, 2013, 06:52:19 PM
Latest flashlights. i3 for edc, M22 for work and walking my dog. Both made by Olight.

(http://i5.aijaa.com/t/00515/12936274.t.jpg) (http://aijaa.com/fYaBfM)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dr Gonzo on December 30, 2013, 07:02:20 PM
Recently picked up a Maratac copper CR123...lovely torch :tu:

(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/1458561_10152016808592295_2013232648_n.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Omni on December 30, 2013, 07:49:15 PM
Those copper Maratacs look so cool and even better after it ages a bit. I was so close to buy AAA version but got Olight eos i3 recently so could not justify buying another similar light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dr Gonzo on December 30, 2013, 09:27:48 PM
Those copper Maratacs look so cool and even better after it ages a bit. I was so close to buy AAA version but got Olight eos i3 recently so could not justify buying another similar light.

I had a copper AAA from the second run but had to move it on due to money troubles...lovely little torch :tu:
I already have 2 other single cell CR123 lights so didn't really need another but knowing that this is a limited run I had to get one :D its a heavy lump and very well made my only gripe is the threads are a little short and I was worried about the head coming off and being lost...easily sorted with some plumbers PTFE tape ;)

I bought it from endtimesreport and got a great deal...Miles is a good guy to deal with :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on January 04, 2014, 05:02:20 AM
Received the Olight for Christmas. It's been awhile since I was into flashlights, but this one may suck me back in. Beats the light app on my iphone by a bit.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 04, 2014, 09:27:21 AM
Received the Olight for Christmas. It's been awhile since I was into flashlights, but this one may suck me back in. Beats the light app on my iphone by a bit.

Yes, I expect it would. :D  The S10 is a light I keep looking at again and again.  I've still not quite pulled the trigger, but I suspect it might just be a matter of time.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Etherealicer on January 04, 2014, 09:29:10 AM
Received the Olight for Christmas. It's been awhile since I was into flashlights, but this one may suck me back in. Beats the light app on my iphone by a bit.

Yes, I expect it would. :D  The S10 is a light I keep looking at again and again.  I've still not quite pulled the trigger, but I suspect it might just be a matter of time.
I love everything about the S10 except for the button, it too easy is turned on in my pockets.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on January 04, 2014, 03:54:57 PM
Yeah. I did catch the light on in my pocket a couple times. I started using the lockout feature and haven't had a problem since.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NAB on January 04, 2014, 11:54:08 PM
Just got a super exciting led Mag Solitare......please hold your applause ::)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: CanadianLMfan on January 05, 2014, 12:18:36 AM
Just got a super exciting led Mag Solitare......please hold your applause ::)

LED?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: abd1959 on January 05, 2014, 12:21:51 PM
Just got a FourSevens Penlight. Nice light. Throws a wider beam than my Preon 2.  Right now I prefer the beam on the Preon 2 but I will carry the penlight for a couple weeks and see how it works out. I do like the clickie on the penlight better. Not as sensitive as the Preon 2 clickie.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 10, 2014, 08:50:15 PM
My latest:


(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/P1100248_zps988945f4.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on January 10, 2014, 09:08:09 PM
Just got a super exciting led Mag Solitare......please hold your applause ::)

I love the solitaire, what color and is it the LED version?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on January 12, 2014, 07:16:34 PM
Picked up a G2X Pro after the holidays. I stuff it in my coat pocket when I leave the house at night. It's a bright sucker. I need to find a decent clip for it so that I can carry it in the warmer months. I've seen the solar force clip, but want something darker in color. Any suggestions would be welcome.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 12, 2014, 07:50:30 PM
The Solarforce was the only one that sprang to my mind. :think:  Perhaps add a can of matte black metal spray paint?

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on January 12, 2014, 08:43:56 PM
The Solarforce was the only one that sprang to my mind. :think:  Perhaps add a can of matte black metal spray paint?

This may be the best way to go if no other options pop up. The clip can be had for fairly cheap so I might try this either way. If it doesn't work for me then I'll go with belt carry. Thanks for the idea!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 14, 2014, 09:03:35 PM
Ultrafire A3 (Tank007 driver) and 3 AA zooms
I will write some more later.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NAB on January 14, 2014, 09:04:53 PM
Just got a super exciting led Mag Solitare......please hold your applause ::)

I love the solitaire, what color and is it the LED version?

It's just a standard black led Solitaire
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Steinar on January 14, 2014, 10:05:34 PM
Yet another Solitaire here, though the LED version. (Bog standard black body.) I guess I'm weird, I started getting more Maglites after having gotten stuff like ZebraLight and 4Sevens. I really like a single mode, adjustable optics, a solid frame and that's it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 16, 2014, 04:30:43 PM
Tank007 E10

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_4087.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_4083.jpg)

More in the review section.

Rant: I have no idea why but the prices of the Tank007 models have doubled/tripled in the past year. The only justification I can find is that the internet exposure has increased demand.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 16, 2014, 05:32:35 PM
...
Rant: I have no idea why but the prices of the Tank007 models have doubled/tripled in the past year. The only justification I can find is that the internet exposure has increased demand.

And not just Thank007 flashlights. I've just posted something along those lines today on SRM knives. They are 2x and more the price than the last time I bought them on even the same models. ::)

More on the flashlight in the other thread. ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 16, 2014, 05:42:35 PM
I used to get the E09s for about $10-12 last year... Now they are priced the same as the Fenix lights.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 16, 2014, 05:51:36 PM
I have a feeling that won't go too well for them. :-\
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 16, 2014, 06:03:46 PM
I get the feeling that the ultrafire is like a budget line for the Tank007; at least with regards to the AAA models (e.g. E05, A3) based on the fact that they use Tank007 drivers but have older emitters (A3), fewer modes (E05) and lesser overall finish.

I base that on nothing but my own observations.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: derekmac on January 28, 2014, 02:06:49 AM
My cheap, under $5 dollar light arrived today.  http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B006E0QAFY/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1  Wow, that sucker is bright!!!  I'm only running a 1.5volt alkaline in it right now, so can't wait to try it out with a 3.6 volt battery!

It feels really well made, and not cheap at all.  It has a nice pocket clip that seems like it will hole fairly well.  The light has three modes, that you select after turning the light on by pressing the button part way down; high, low and strobe.

Sorry about the crappy pics, low light and a phone don't mix all too well.

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/C2EC124C-22C5-4482-8565-737D75BE7503_zpsku4od4gs.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/C2EC124C-22C5-4482-8565-737D75BE7503_zpsku4od4gs.jpg.html)

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/D5311315-D831-4255-B99B-DB108A0A4002_zpsoz4bx5ls.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/D5311315-D831-4255-B99B-DB108A0A4002_zpsoz4bx5ls.jpg.html)

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/0688FA72-CB94-4B51-9F59-A02B3277FA4D_zps4j62xkux.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/0688FA72-CB94-4B51-9F59-A02B3277FA4D_zps4j62xkux.jpg.html)

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/91F150D9-FBF0-4BF6-9560-AFB2B3883873_zpslmiwh2z1.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/91F150D9-FBF0-4BF6-9560-AFB2B3883873_zpslmiwh2z1.jpg.html)

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/1E07E706-CA4B-4D3D-99EC-A212E506128F_zpsdrl0tdpt.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/1E07E706-CA4B-4D3D-99EC-A212E506128F_zpsdrl0tdpt.jpg.html)

Spot:
(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/BEC0B24F-DA2B-4B5C-AE01-D16DD4173928_zpszsbhdldv.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/BEC0B24F-DA2B-4B5C-AE01-D16DD4173928_zpszsbhdldv.jpg.html)

Flood:
(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/68A25077-DBA8-4A59-AE9D-203AB6D6FAD9_zpst0nywwod.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/68A25077-DBA8-4A59-AE9D-203AB6D6FAD9_zpst0nywwod.jpg.html)

Here it is against my 3D cell Maglite.
(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/A9BBDB56-335C-4928-960C-6EC91A26877D_zpsrlpw7t3t.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/A9BBDB56-335C-4928-960C-6EC91A26877D_zpsrlpw7t3t.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on January 28, 2014, 02:14:20 AM
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh571/ajones1051/2013-06-10160631_zps2ed156d5.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 28, 2014, 02:18:55 AM
My cheap, under $5 dollar light arrived today.  http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B006E0QAFY/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1  Wow, that sucker is bright!!!  I'm only running a 1.5volt alkaline in it right now, so can't wait to try it out with a 3.6 volt battery!

It feels really well made, and not cheap at all.  It has a nice pocket clip that seems like it will hole fairly well.  The light has three modes, that you select after turning the light on by pressing the button part way down; high, low and strobe.

Sorry about the crappy pics, low light and a phone don't mix all too well.


There really is nothing to complain about with those lights, is there?  Especially given just how cheap they are. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on January 28, 2014, 02:21:55 AM
It's a SK68 knockoff... The most popular "Zoomie" in production. Great little light. Referring to the $5 amazon light above my post.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: derekmac on January 28, 2014, 02:30:52 AM
I really wasn't expecting much considering the price, so I can say I amy very happy with it.  Time will tell how long it will last, but for the price, I consider it disposable.


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on January 28, 2014, 02:35:08 AM
I really wasn't expecting much considering the price, so I can say I amy very happy with it.  Time will tell how long it will last, but for the price, I consider it disposable.


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+1 They're awesome little lights. They shock People with their brightness.  Your average Maglight does about 60 lumens. The little SK does around 300 lumens
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: derekmac on January 28, 2014, 02:40:47 AM
I can see this little thing opening me up to better lights. :facepalm:


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on January 28, 2014, 02:43:29 AM
The little custom Trustfire does over 1000 lumens... LOL If I might suggest.... Dont get caught up in the flashoholic addiction... It gets expensive quickly
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 28, 2014, 02:48:36 AM
I can see this little thing opening me up to better lights. :facepalm:


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It's how it starts.

 >:D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 28, 2014, 02:50:04 AM
The little custom Trustfire does over 1000 lumens... LOL If I might suggest.... Dont get caught up in the flashoholic addiction... It gets expensive quickly

What modifications have been done to it? I'm just checking the specs on it and comparing it to the Nitecore EA4.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on January 28, 2014, 02:52:54 AM
I can see this little thing opening me up to better lights. :facepalm:


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+1 You wind up buying $50 lights like the one in my profile pic for your wifes purse.  :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on January 28, 2014, 02:55:18 AM
The little custom Trustfire does over 1000 lumens... LOL If I might suggest.... Dont get caught up in the flashoholic addiction... It gets expensive quickly

What modifications have been done to it? I'm just checking the specs on it and comparing it to the Nitecore EA4.

Upgraded emitter/LED, Doc jones driver & something else... Cant remember. It's been changed over from alkaline batteries to lipo's
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 28, 2014, 03:07:13 AM
I love that little flashlight, it's a nice size, perfect hand width, good grip, and super bright! I want to get another one but I'm looking at some of these package deals where they come with a charger and two batteries, the only thing I really would like is just a simple on/off, I'm not really fond of the flash,, or the five stage with the flash and SOS.. Here's a pic of mine, perfect size match to my sak, they even have a red flashlight to match, but idk, still looking. JR
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/1a3889611be1ace19e3ead8bbff698e5_zps0c2b5e60.jpg)(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/8029909528d61eaa2414902c501d16a5_zpsd025eccf.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on January 28, 2014, 03:17:17 AM
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh571/ajones1051/Screenshot_2013-02-08-19-26-56-1_zps2ae74139.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 28, 2014, 04:54:57 PM
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh571/ajones1051/Screenshot_2013-02-08-19-26-56-1_zps2ae74139.jpg)
:think: is there a second size? Or is this a modified pic? Since there's only five air cooling grooves on both that are diff sizes, the knurls are diff, and the name etching looks blacked out.. Kinda as if it got stretched and some one put a black box over the name area? JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on January 28, 2014, 07:03:51 PM
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh571/ajones1051/Screenshot_2013-02-08-19-26-56-1_zps2ae74139.jpg)
:think: is there a second size? Or is this a modified pic? Since there's only five air cooling grooves on both that are diff sizes, the knurls are diff, and the name etching looks blacked out.. Kinda as if it got stretched and some one put a black box over the name area? JR


There are two sizes.... The One on the Right is the Sipik 68, The one on the left the Sipik 98
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 28, 2014, 09:54:13 PM
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh571/ajones1051/Screenshot_2013-02-08-19-26-56-1_zps2ae74139.jpg)
:think: is there a second size? Or is this a modified pic? Since there's only five air cooling grooves on both that are diff sizes, the knurls are diff, and the name etching looks blacked out.. Kinda as if it got stretched and some one put a black box over the name area? JR


There are two sizes.... The One on the Right is the Sipik 68, The one on the left the Sipik 98
No way, cool iv only ever known of the one I have, what's the diff between the two? JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 28, 2014, 09:56:56 PM
PIC
:think: is there a second size? Or is this a modified pic? Since there's only five air cooling grooves on both that are diff sizes, the knurls are diff, and the name etching looks blacked out.. Kinda as if it got stretched and some one put a black box over the name area? JR


There are two sizes.... The One on the Right is the Sipik 68, The one on the left the Sipik 98
No way, cool iv only ever known of the one I have, what's the diff between the two? JR

The bigger one uses a special li-ion battery, a 18650 which allows for much higher output. I think the good battery might cost more than this flashlight. :D

EDIT: and I would be correct. ;) $25 shipped for a AW 18650 battery.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: derekmac on January 28, 2014, 10:01:28 PM
Ok, so now that I have a new LED light, that uses one AAA, and makes my 3D Mag look like a lit match, I've been wondering about LED upgrades for it.  I've seen a few, but I'm not sure which is the best for the price.  I don't need something that's going to cost me $100, but I'd like to be able to make it at least equal to my new little light.

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/A9BBDB56-335C-4928-960C-6EC91A26877D_zpsrlpw7t3t.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/A9BBDB56-335C-4928-960C-6EC91A26877D_zpsrlpw7t3t.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 28, 2014, 10:08:05 PM
PIC
:think: is there a second size? Or is this a modified pic? Since there's only five air cooling grooves on both that are diff sizes, the knurls are diff, and the name etching looks blacked out.. Kinda as if it got stretched and some one put a black box over the name area? JR


There are two sizes.... The One on the Right is the Sipik 68, The one on the left the Sipik 98
No way, cool iv only ever known of the one I have, what's the diff between the two? JR

The bigger one uses a special li-ion battery, a 18650 which allows for much higher output. I think the good battery might cost more than this flashlight. :D

EDIT: and I would be correct. ;) $25 shipped for a AW 18650 battery.
Ok, so the larger one uses the 18650, and the other uses a 14500 which is the same size as a AA but 3.7v? I need a new one but want to bump up a notch from the one I'm using now, but want to stay the same size.. JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on January 28, 2014, 10:10:15 PM
Exactly..
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on January 28, 2014, 10:14:40 PM
18650 batteries are cheaper when ordered in lots. If you have never messed with lithium ions. Read up on them a bit. Make sure to use "protected" batteries. They have a built in Protective Circuitry Board ( PCB ) If the battery get to low the board shuts it down
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 28, 2014, 10:15:42 PM
Ok, so now that I have a new LED light, that uses one AAA, and makes my 3D Mag look like a lit match, I've been wondering about LED upgrades for it.  I've seen a few, but I'm not sure which is the best for the price.  I don't need something that's going to cost me $100, but I'd like to be able to make it at least equal to my new little light.



There was a thread on LED upgrades for maglites not to long ago. Maybe that might help.

LED Upgrades/Dropins (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?topic=48746.0)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on January 28, 2014, 10:18:00 PM
Decent mag lite "drop ins' are a bit pricey.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 28, 2014, 10:20:50 PM
Exactly..
Ok ok, do you know anything about the batteries? Like the mAh? Is the higher the # mean the better it is? Like the longer it will last? So if both are a 14500 but 900mAh vs 1200mAh? JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on January 28, 2014, 10:22:45 PM
Thats right. The higher the mah,  the longer tje battery lasts.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 28, 2014, 10:26:23 PM
Thats right. The higher the mah,  the longer tje battery lasts.
And of course then the higher the price.. JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on January 28, 2014, 10:27:49 PM
Thats right. The higher the mah,  the longer tje battery lasts.
And of course then the higher the price.. JR

U betcha
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 28, 2014, 10:34:11 PM
Thats right. The higher the mah,  the longer tje battery lasts.
And of course then the higher the price.. JR

U betcha
Is there any other size that is equal to a AA that is rechargeable? And what's a decent # for mah? JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on January 28, 2014, 10:35:42 PM
Run dude run!!! You start down this road & then you wind up dropping big money into a highly customized light cannons like these...

My BTU  SHOCKER

(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh571/ajones1051/2013-03-18160917_zpsf54170ff.jpg)

or this...

Fenix TK75 with extender...
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh571/ajones1051/20130515_172943_zpsb3ab7bbc.jpg)

Left BTU Right TK75
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh571/ajones1051/fe3decee-dc47-4b0e-bdbc-28e58290b87d_zpsba432315.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on January 28, 2014, 10:38:03 PM
I really like the Gerber Infinity Ultra and finally got the original, neat little light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 28, 2014, 10:46:41 PM
I really like the Gerber Infinity Ultra and finally got the original, neat little light.

Congrats on the CMG. :drool: I'm a big 5mm fan and would love to get that battery vampire one day. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 28, 2014, 10:50:27 PM
Run dude run!!! You start down this road & then you wind up dropping big money into a highly customized  light cannon like this...

My BTU Shocker
(http://[url]http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh571/ajones1051/2013-03-18160917_zpsf54170ff.jpg[/url])
Oh heck NO! I ain't got $$ in the first place, I'm just after another one of those little flashlights, but rather then running a 1.5AA want to try out a rechargeable for it, but am curious what's out there, I'm sure the 3.7's going to give off a little more light then the 1.5AA? I have a few other flashlights but don't need anything like those cannons, wow those are nice! JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on January 28, 2014, 10:53:07 PM
I really like the Gerber Infinity Ultra and finally got the original, neat little light.

Congrats on the CMG. :drool: I'm a big 5mm fan and would love to get that battery vampire one day. :tu:

thanks Enki, I was really stoked to find one.  This sucker was NOS in the original tin.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on January 28, 2014, 10:55:03 PM
I honestly dont know... I have a few lights that take 14500's. But I mainly stick to 18650's. There are NI - MH rechargeables
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 28, 2014, 10:55:18 PM
Thats right. The higher the mah,  the longer tje battery lasts.
And of course then the higher the price.. JR

U betcha
Is there any other size that is equal to a AA that is rechargeable? And what's a decent # for mah? JR

It depends on your needs, the AA sized li-ion batteries are the mentioned 14500 ones. They will only work in some flashlights though which can handle them and nothing else. They will also fry many flashlights that are not capable of handling such power. While they will give you more power in some flashlights they will turn others to papre weights as they weren't made for them and even in those that can handle them, the li-ion come with smaller capacity compared to the same sized AA rechargeables.

If you're looking for good rechargeable AA batteries, get yourself a set of Eneloops, They don't require a special charger (the LI-ions do), hold the charge for years if not in use (low self discharge rate) and should work fine in temperatures as low as 20°C (manufacturer rated).

The come as 2000 mAh (milli Ampere hours) and can be recharged many hundreds of times, I have a set that I bought back in 2008 and it's still going strong. (I've bought a couple of dozen since then for other applications)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on January 28, 2014, 10:57:17 PM
Thats right. The higher the mah,  the longer tje battery lasts.
And of course then the higher the price.. JR

U betcha
Is there any other size that is equal to a AA that is rechargeable? And what's a decent # for mah? JR

It depends on your needs, the AA sized li-ion batteries are the mentioned 14500 ones. They will only work in some flashlights though which can handle them and nothing else. They will also fry many flashlights that are not capable of handling such power. If you're looking for good rechargeable AA batteries, get yourself a set of Eneloops, They don't require a special charger (the LI-ions do), hold the charge for years if not in use (low self discharge rate) and should work fine in temperatures as low as 20°C (manufacturer rated).

The come as 2000 mAh (milli Ampere hours) and can be recharged many hundreds of times, I have a set that I bought back in 2008 and it's still going strong. (I've bought a couple of dozen since then for other applications)




+1
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 28, 2014, 11:34:26 PM
Well the kids have stolen all the rechargeable AA's mostly for there game controls, the flashlights say they will work with either the 1.5 or the 3.7 because there led, I have a few 123 rechargeable battery's with a charger but I have yet to use them cause I bought a huge bundle of the 123batterys long ago, and then on top of that don't really use those flashlights any more, don't really need anything as big, that's why I bought that one single AA flashlight, heck for $5, not to bad, perfect hand grip pretty bright, not the best light but heck for $5? So I kinda started looking for another one of those for an EDC, but this time with a charge unit and two battery's..  And there selling them with the 3.7v 14500 anywhere from 800-1200mah, of course there's always buying separate to get a better battery, but then your price just tripled. JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 28, 2014, 11:37:07 PM
Well the kids have stolen all the rechargeable AA's mostly for there game controls, the flashlights say they will work with either the 1.5 or the 3.7 because there led, I have a few 123 rechargeable battery's with a charger but I have yet to use them cause I bought a huge bundle of the 123batterys long ago, and then on top of that don't really use those flashlights any more, don't really need anything as big, that's why I bought that one single AA flashlight, heck for $5, not to bad, perfect hand grip pretty bright, not the best light but heck for $5? So I kinda started looking for another one of those for an EDC, but this time with a charge unit and two battery's..  And there selling them with the 3.7v 14500 anywhere from 800-1200mah, of course there's always buying separate to get a better battery, but then your price just tripled. JR

Be careful, not all LED flashlights can handle LI-ion rechargables, in fact there are very few AA flashlights that can. These Sipik's can but check the manufacturer specs first on everything else.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 28, 2014, 11:45:19 PM
Well the kids have stolen all the rechargeable AA's mostly for there game controls, the flashlights say they will work with either the 1.5 or the 3.7 because there led, I have a few 123 rechargeable battery's with a charger but I have yet to use them cause I bought a huge bundle of the 123batterys long ago, and then on top of that don't really use those flashlights any more, don't really need anything as big, that's why I bought that one single AA flashlight, heck for $5, not to bad, perfect hand grip pretty bright, not the best light but heck for $5? So I kinda started looking for another one of those for an EDC, but this time with a charge unit and two battery's..  And there selling them with the 3.7v 14500 anywhere from 800-1200mah, of course there's always buying separate to get a better battery, but then your price just tripled. JR

Be careful, not all LED flashlights can handle LI-ion rechargables, in fact there are very few AA flashlights that can. These Sipik's can but check the manufacturer specs first on everything else.
This is pretty much what I'm looking at, JR
http://www.amazon.com/Flashlight-Adjustable-Rechagable-Batteries-Charger/dp/B00GY0DNRC/ref=sr_1_41?ie=UTF8&qid=1390949010&sr=8-41&keywords=led+flashlight+with+charger
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 29, 2014, 03:48:07 PM
For 18650 you can use panasonics, available in 2900-3400mAh versions. Also Sanyos.
These can be had for about $10 or less (I posted some sites in the deals section a few weeks ago) and they are the cells most other brands use to build their "own" batteries. They can be found in protected (lets say safer.. for lights using multiple batteries in series) or normal versions. In general lights that can take both AAs (or AAAs) and the Li-Ion similarly sized ones will produce more light with the Li-Ions, though how much depends. You can also get Li-Ions from old laptop battery packs, with some knowledge.

Check the reviews and the gadget sub-forums here where there is a wealth of information available on the Li-ions and chargers (search "chargers, li-ions, 18650 etc.")
Also check Battery University, BLF CPF...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on January 29, 2014, 09:17:04 PM
This just came in the mail.
My new Mag-Lite Mag-tac.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/30/gynyreha.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/30/a9eja6a9.jpg)


that's us mobile

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 29, 2014, 09:19:42 PM
This just came in the mail.
My new Mag-Lite Mag-tac.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/30/gynyreha.jpg)
that's us mobile
thats pretty cool, ill have to look that one up.. JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on January 29, 2014, 09:47:41 PM
Mag-lite has seemed to up there game. I always loved mag-lite and carried a mini mag for years. But for the sime size about the same weight, I could have a way brighter lite. Now they seem to have some lights on par with Surefire and other companies. And a lot cheaper.

that's us mobile

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 29, 2014, 09:59:34 PM
I'd almost forgotten about that maglite, you'll have to let us know how you get along with it. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 29, 2014, 10:01:57 PM
My local Vic/Maglite/CS/Spydie ... dealer just started advertising those yesterday. Looking forward to your forward to your thoughts on it when you've had some time to play with it. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on January 29, 2014, 10:07:37 PM
will do. so far i like it. When nightfall hits, it on! The torch that is. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 29, 2014, 10:48:26 PM
Mag-lite has seemed to up there game. I always loved mag-lite and carried a mini mag for years. But for the sime size about the same weight, I could have a way brighter lite. Now they seem to have some lights on par with Surefire and other companies. And a lot cheaper.

that's us mobile
Yeah i looked that one up but its a little to big for what im after,, ive always loved maglite, one of my first was a 6D cell, i loved that one, I used to keep that on in the car, must say that came in handy a few times, and not due to light, lol! the other is the simple double AA, i think i have at least five of them, but one i changed out the bulb and put in a LED, and the other thing i switched out is the bezel, put on a defensive one, came out nice, supper bright, some reason i cant get on photobucket to post a pic.. only other one i found is a double AAA, that fit perfect in my maxpedition pocket carry! JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 29, 2014, 11:18:06 PM
Ah, I got in, hers a pic of a norm AA maglite next to the one I customized,
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/00533b3bdedf7189b84c2d3c68d97776_zps4db8e645.jpg)
And here's the custom next to a custom surefire, I also put a defensive bezel and LED on that surefire too.. JR
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/25f7d99ab27fd7968d0605c6c676b72a_zps1984d808.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on January 30, 2014, 12:17:53 AM
I like those. Realy like the AA mag-lite.

that's us mobile

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 30, 2014, 12:41:26 AM
I like those. Realy like the AA mag-lite.

that's us mobile
<---- :woohoo: broke 1900! thanks, i really like it, ive only changed the battery's once :think: they really last being on the LED, only downer, is turning it on and off, full zoom is only like 1/4 turn and then if you turn it to far the head will come off.. JR 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mrynnr on January 30, 2014, 12:54:08 AM
Preon 0


Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gorbag on January 30, 2014, 08:00:02 AM
I jumped into the world of 18650 power and picked up a Nitecore P12.  The thing that got me was the 1 lumen low for 520 hour run time. 

The world belongs to the funkiest.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gorbag on January 30, 2014, 08:00:42 AM
Though the 950 lumen high didn't hurt either. :)

The world belongs to the funkiest.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 30, 2014, 08:22:01 AM
The P12 is a good looking compact 18650. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gorbag on January 31, 2014, 01:12:14 AM
I had picked up an EA4, but it was too bulky on my hip, and lacked a clip.

The world belongs to the funkiest.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 01, 2014, 12:30:26 PM
I had picked up an EA4, but it was too bulky on my hip, and lacked a clip.

The world belongs to the funkiest.

Yeah, I can believe that. :D  Still a good looking light but not one I think I'd want to try and carry on my person.  But then I've never carried a 'D' sized maglite that way either, so there is still a place for bigger lights I think.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Philby on February 01, 2014, 12:48:09 PM
picked up an MT7 off ebay, seller was selling it cheap for parts as the tail cap was stuck.  when it arrived i got the tail cap off with some pipe wrenches, the seller had put one battery in the wrong way up, the battery leaked and welded the threads stuck. After a bit of a clean the torch now works perfect  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Pignut71 on February 01, 2014, 12:52:02 PM
I've just received a Preon 1 direct from 47's to accompany my Preon 2.  Great lights IMO. Also love the Fenix E01 and E05.


Sent using my chubby fingers...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 01, 2014, 12:53:06 PM
picked up an MT7 off ebay, seller was selling it cheap for parts as the tail cap was stuck.  when it arrived i got the tail cap off with some pipe wrenches, the seller had put one battery in the wrong way up, the battery leaked and welded the threads stuck. After a bit of a clean the torch now works perfect  :D

 :oops:

Good to hear you got it sorted though. :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: CanadianLMfan on February 03, 2014, 01:55:15 AM
Maglite Solitaire LED for $10 :D

(http://i1328.photobucket.com/albums/w539/CanadianLMfan/maglitesolitaire_zps5fae3ebd.png) (http://s1328.photobucket.com/user/CanadianLMfan/media/maglitesolitaire_zps5fae3ebd.png.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on February 03, 2014, 02:55:39 AM
47's MLR 2  :P
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gwac110 on February 03, 2014, 02:43:47 PM
Fenix LD01, great aaa, will hang with my squirt PS4 on a P7clip for lightweight carry once the squirt arrives.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 03, 2014, 03:34:44 PM
Bought me a newbie, nothing special, but scrounged me up a few $$ to get me another CREE Q5 Led Flashlight Torch Adjustable Focus Zoom Light Lamp, but this time it comes with two rechargeable 14500's/1200mah, and a charger. I've been running my other light off of AA's so now I'll have two of the same lights both off of 3.7 rechargeable's, gotta be better then waisting regular AA's, no? Only thing is I don't think there Li-ion batteries? How big of a deal is it to have the Li-ion? I'm not an everyday user of the flashlight? It's more or less just to have on hand as a EDC, and a nightstand.. JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on February 03, 2014, 05:48:40 PM
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh571/ajones1051/Dales%20Gadgets/fenix_pd32_001_zps33bdfc60.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on February 03, 2014, 07:31:48 PM
Nice. :2tu:

And a bit more pocket friendly too. ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Cupboard on February 03, 2014, 10:13:22 PM
I've had my Eagletac T200C2 for a couple of weeks now and its great  :tu: The mode spacing works really well for me, the beam is exactly what I was after and it works well. I'd looked at the P12 but wanted a bit more throw.

At the same time I bought a 14500 to try my Zebralight on, and wow. I know it's only for a short blast but over 500lm of flood is both very impressive and actually remarkably useful.


Bought me a newbie, nothing special, but scrounged me up a few $$ to get me another CREE Q5 Led Flashlight Torch Adjustable Focus Zoom Light Lamp, but this time it comes with two rechargeable 14500's/1200mah, and a charger. I've been running my other light off of AA's so now I'll have two of the same lights both off of 3.7 rechargeable's, gotta be better then waisting regular AA's, no? Only thing is I don't think there Li-ion batteries? How big of a deal is it to have the Li-ion? I'm not an everyday user of the flashlight? It's more or less just to have on hand as a EDC, and a nightstand.. JR

if it's a 14500 or 3.7V it's a Li-ion, but 1200mAh is rather high... my Eagletac branded one is only 750mAh.
Obviously running them from rechargeables has an advantage in not using up primaries, and both NiMH and Li-ions have a lower internal resistance than alkalines so will be able to supply your light with more power for longer. In extremely low output terms the alkaline might win, but in anything else the rechargeable will. They also have a flatter discharge curve, so less drop off as the cell depletes. This can be a bad thing when suddenly you went from full light to very dim, but mostly it's a good thing as you get full brightness for longer.

If it's a cheapie non-protected 14500 I'd be a little concerned, but a lot of that is me not knowing enough about them. In reality your mobile phone has a similar battery.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gorbag on February 04, 2014, 01:15:32 AM
I had picked up an EA4, but it was too bulky on my hip, and lacked a clip.

The world belongs to the funkiest.

Yeah, I can believe that. :D  Still a good looking light but not one I think I'd want to try and carry on my person.  But then I've never carried a 'D' sized maglite that way either, so there is still a place for bigger lights I think.

After finding it turned multiple times through inadvertent contact, even though the electronic lockout was on, it has migrated to my bag as a backup.  I like the 4 aa format, but it desperately needs a mechanical lockout.

The world belongs to the funkiest.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on February 04, 2014, 02:55:32 AM
Black Shadow Terminator.

(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh571/ajones1051/2013-03-23204425_zps0d75a49d.jpg)

(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh571/ajones1051/2013-03-11174106_zps7e0ee956.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on February 04, 2014, 12:10:07 PM
Wow, that a lot of light! I like it.

that's us mobile

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: derekmac on February 04, 2014, 12:36:53 PM
Wow, that a smurf load of light! I like it.

that's us mobile
Fixed!

I want a light like that!!!  :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on February 04, 2014, 03:00:37 PM
Wow, that a smurf load of light! I like it.

that's us mobile
Fixed!

I want a light like that!!!  :ahhh
thanks!

that's us mobile

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on February 04, 2014, 03:07:59 PM
Another obsession.. Flashlights. People like to give me grief. Till the lights go out.  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gregozedobe on February 04, 2014, 10:14:56 PM
Another obsession.. Flashlights. People like to give me grief. Till the lights go out.  :D

The lights don't even have to go out.  All you need is something in a dark/shadowy area that you can't see and voila ! justification for a bit of extra light.  I use a flashlight all the time when it isn't dark.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on February 04, 2014, 11:05:00 PM
:ahhh

You could light up a football field with that thing. :o
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: derekmac on February 04, 2014, 11:22:15 PM
:ahhh

You could light up a football field with that thing. :o
Could have used that at the Super Bowl, that way the Broncos might have seen what they were doing! :D :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dale on February 04, 2014, 11:34:29 PM
:ahhh

You could light up a football field with that thing. :o

:D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: CanadianLMfan on February 07, 2014, 03:32:49 AM
Fenix E01. Nice keychain light. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 07, 2014, 06:19:52 AM
My newbie should be here tomorrow(well today), it was due here two days ago but with the ugly weather UPS even wrote the wife to apologize saying it might be a little late so fingers crossed! JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kkokkolis on February 07, 2014, 11:18:16 AM
Minimag Solitaire LED.
Didn't need any but I'm an MTO member, right?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on February 07, 2014, 12:51:46 PM
Minimag Solitaire LED.
Didn't need any but I'm an MTO member, right?
Word.

that's us mobile

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: armèe-suisse on February 07, 2014, 10:30:26 PM
(http://i1270.photobucket.com/albums/jj607/armee-suisse/30AAF26D-D5C0-4755-9028-5DAA2654C45A.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 07, 2014, 11:09:22 PM
It came! :mail: JR
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/0b894d567299d20864e790a5cc75c1c3_zps7bac256d.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JAfromMn on February 08, 2014, 02:02:59 AM
I got a insane amount of light coming

Olight SR51 Intimidator


Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on February 08, 2014, 02:20:51 AM
I got a insane amount of light coming

Olight SR51 Intimidator
That's a bright one alright. You planning to use it for work?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JAfromMn on February 08, 2014, 02:25:01 AM
I got a insane amount of light coming

Olight SR51 Intimidator
That's a bright one alright. You planning to use it for work?

yeah.

it should be enough to light up a trailer lot or two lol

I don't work in the dark often but it should come in handy now and then.

well see. It might wind up in my backpack and get way more use than I think.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 08, 2014, 07:33:18 PM
I needed some extra light to take pictures so it was HID bounce time   :D

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_7872.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: abd1959 on February 09, 2014, 05:02:04 AM
Just got a ThruNite TN11S after seeing a review on YouTube. I've never owned this brand so I don't know how it will hold up. I usually use FourSevens flashlights. My initial impression is that it is good quality and puts out some impressive light (830 lumens) on CR123A batteries.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 09, 2014, 05:26:16 AM
Just got a ThruNite TN11S after seeing a review on YouTube. I've never owned this brand so I don't know how it will hold up. I usually use FourSevens flashlights. My initial impression is that it is good quality and puts out some impressive light (830 lumens) on CR123A batteries.
Let me know how you like the manufacture, I'm on the look out for a new one and one of there's kinda caught my eye,, JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on February 09, 2014, 07:56:25 AM
Haven't got a new light in a long time. Haven't had to. The Zebralight SC52 has been nothing but a joy. Its my favorite light I have ever owned. Now that I think about it I do need (want) another Zebralight. Maybe the SC52fw.  :drool:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 09, 2014, 10:48:23 AM
Just got a ThruNite TN11S after seeing a review on YouTube. I've never owned this brand so I don't know how it will hold up. I usually use FourSevens flashlights. My initial impression is that it is good quality and puts out some impressive light (830 lumens) on CR123A batteries.

I've got three ThruNite lights and haven't had any issues with any of them.  Certainly on par with the likes of Fenix, Nitecore, etc etc. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: abd1959 on February 10, 2014, 05:51:40 AM
Just got a ThruNite TN11S after seeing a review on YouTube. I've never owned this brand so I don't know how it will hold up. I usually use FourSevens flashlights. My initial impression is that it is good quality and puts out some impressive light (830 lumens) on CR123A batteries.

I've got three ThruNite lights and haven't had any issues with any of them.  Certainly on par with the likes of Fenix, Nitecore, etc etc. :)

Thats good to know. I have a minor problem with mine; it doesn't follow the programmed UI as described in the instructions. The strobe doesn't come on when going through the normal cycle (low, med, high, strobe). It's no big deal to me because I prefer not having to cycle though the strobe and it is accessible using the side button if I really needed it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 10, 2014, 08:21:21 AM
Just got a ThruNite TN11S after seeing a review on YouTube. I've never owned this brand so I don't know how it will hold up. I usually use FourSevens flashlights. My initial impression is that it is good quality and puts out some impressive light (830 lumens) on CR123A batteries.

I've got three ThruNite lights and haven't had any issues with any of them.  Certainly on par with the likes of Fenix, Nitecore, etc etc. :)

Thats good to know. I have a minor problem with mine; it doesn't follow the programmed UI as described in the instructions. The strobe doesn't come on when going through the normal cycle (low, med, high, strobe). It's no big deal to me because I prefer not having to cycle though the strobe and it is accessible using the side button if I really needed it.

It's just possible that they have made a change to the light without updating the instructions.  I gotta say dropping the strobe from the sequence seems like a good thing to me too. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kirk13 on February 10, 2014, 11:36:28 AM
Got my flatmate a Fenix EO5 as part of his birthday present! He must have been impressed,it's already on his keyring,and he even stopped on his way out to his g/f to show me how bright it was!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: PTRSAK on February 10, 2014, 12:59:57 PM
Boredom and DX are a BAD combination.

Pulled the trigger on a XM-L T6 drop-in for my 502B.

I'll take the 840lm figure with a grain of salt, but it has to be brighter than the original claimed 200lm module in it.

Also couldn't resist one of these at $10.82.

(http://img.dxcdn.com/productimages/sku_268572_1.jpg)

650 claimed lumens from a CR123A sized light and 1 mode !!  haha full on or nothing.
I'm imagining a battery run-time in the minutes range, but it will be fun while it lasts.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on February 10, 2014, 02:34:07 PM
Probably on RCR123s. And only the initial burst for first few minutes or so. Worth a test at that price. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 10, 2014, 06:25:17 PM
Boredom and DX are a BAD combination.

Pulled the trigger on a XM-L T6 drop-in for my 502B.

I'll take the 840lm figure with a grain of salt, but it has to be brighter than the original claimed 200lm module in it.

Also couldn't resist one of these at $10.82.


650 claimed lumens from a CR123A sized light and 1 mode !!  haha full on or nothing.
I'm imagining a battery run-time in the minutes range, but it will be fun while it lasts.

So very true. :whistle:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Jors on February 10, 2014, 07:58:34 PM
I bought the Maglite Solitaire LED and I absolutely love it.
See my innitial imoressions: http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?topic=50113.0
This light performes very well because of the focusing ability. In this thread it is compare with two well known flashlights.
Worth every sent.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: bmot on February 11, 2014, 10:46:21 AM
Got myself an Olight S15 Baton. Love it, very nice and small, I like the UI, and it works on normal AA's :) :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 11, 2014, 06:42:04 PM
Got myself an Olight S15 Baton. Love it, very nice and small, I like the UI, and it works on normal AA's :) :tu: :tu:

I managed to resist the lure of the S10 Baton, but the pull of the S15 might just prove too strong.  :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on February 11, 2014, 07:42:47 PM
Got myself an Olight S15 Baton. Love it, very nice and small, I like the UI, and it works on normal AA's :) :tu: :tu:

I managed to resist the lure of the S10 Baton, but the pull of the S15 might just prove too strong.  :ahhh

STOP TALKING ABOUT IT. :ahhh You're gonna make me order one. :twak:

Very cruel people here. :rant:


:P



Congrats on an awesome light, Tom. :cheers: You're starting a very cool flashlight collection recently. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: derekmac on February 13, 2014, 05:35:05 PM
My latest is an UltraFire light that's almost identical to my other cheapy, though it's not as bright, and the beam is not as wide.  Style wise, they have very slight differences that you don't really notice unless you are really looking.

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/5A6CA660-214C-439F-A5E8-8187E900BA85_zpsmgg89jhu.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/5A6CA660-214C-439F-A5E8-8187E900BA85_zpsmgg89jhu.jpg.html)
(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/1E07E706-CA4B-4D3D-99EC-A212E506128F_zpsdrl0tdpt.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/1E07E706-CA4B-4D3D-99EC-A212E506128F_zpsdrl0tdpt.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: CanadianLMfan on February 16, 2014, 01:49:23 AM
Fenix E11. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: derekmac on February 17, 2014, 03:01:54 PM
I have a mini Mag LED on the way, for free! :D
http://www.uline.ca/Product/Detail/H-4041C/Tools-and-Flashlights/Mini-Maglite-LED-Flashlight-Camo?model=H-4041C&RootChecked=yes
(http://www.uline.ca/images/product/Large/H_4041C_L.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on February 17, 2014, 03:05:38 PM
I'll trade you a cookie for it. :pok:


:D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 17, 2014, 03:07:52 PM
I'll trade you a cookie for it. :pok:


:D
I'll take a cookie! JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: derekmac on February 17, 2014, 03:15:00 PM
I'll trade you a cookie for it. :pok:


:D
All depends on what kind of cookie it is, and how fast you can ship it here!!  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 17, 2014, 04:25:21 PM
You can't argue with free can you. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: derekmac on February 17, 2014, 04:45:31 PM
That you can't. If this doesn't come with a belt sheath, then it will get mounted on the centre console of the Jeep. 


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on February 17, 2014, 08:02:45 PM
I'll trade you a cookie for it. :pok:


:D
All depends on what kind of cookie it is, and how fast you can ship it here!!  :D

Cookie on the way per dark force special delivery service. :vader:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: cowsmilk on February 17, 2014, 08:52:30 PM
My latest. McGizmo 1xAA Ti Mule.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/18/5uqe2yna.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/18/8a8uzuju.jpg)
I recently made a switch to AA batteries, and I love the floody goodness of the mule head.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on February 17, 2014, 09:35:24 PM
I've been thinking about buying an incandescent Maglite SOlitaire ... :facepalm: Please tell me not to.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: derekmac on February 17, 2014, 09:42:13 PM
I've been thinking about buying an incandescent Maglite SOlitaire ... :facepalm: Please tell me not to.
You should not not get it.  :pok: >:D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on February 17, 2014, 09:56:47 PM
I've been thinking about buying an incandescent Maglite SOlitaire ... :facepalm: Please tell me not to.
You should not not get it.  :pok: >:D


 :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh  I shouldn't, I shouldn't, I mustn't. I mean. They're so cheap and tempting and nice-looking.

BUT

They're so useless, dim and battery-eating.

BUT

I've been... nostalgic to the feeling those incandescent lights gave me when I was a kid and for some reason want one such now...I loved flashlights as a kid so much, but couldn't have any. Now I want them all.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: derekmac on February 17, 2014, 09:58:37 PM
See, if you get one, you'll be living out a childhood dream!! Can you really afford not to get one? :pok: :rofl:


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 17, 2014, 10:01:56 PM
I've been thinking about buying an incandescent Maglite SOlitaire ... :facepalm: Please tell me not to.
you'll only be disappointed. :pok:

But if it's cheap you might as well. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: CanadianLMfan on February 17, 2014, 10:06:44 PM
I've been thinking about buying an incandescent Maglite SOlitaire ... :facepalm: Please tell me not to.
you'll only be disappointed. :pok:

But if it's cheap you might as well. :D

Just get another E01. ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on February 17, 2014, 10:15:28 PM
 :ahhh :ahhh Ohhh, guysssssssss

I've also been trying NOT to get another E01, lool

And in the same time I've been wanting something.... "stupid" and cheap and... breakable... and useless... lol. I mean. Apart from the Solitaire, I've wanted some of those Sipik/Sipik clones...

HM. I got the logic. I've wanted all of my lights that I once had and sold. Solitaire. Sipik. E01. Hmmm.

But having had like 7 or so Fenixes, the Solitaire miiiiiight come as a disappointment...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: derekmac on February 17, 2014, 10:17:25 PM
You could get this one. :D

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Mag-Lite-flashlight-and-Leatherman-Micra-personal-care-tool-/171240668935?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item27debd3f07&_uhb=1
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on February 17, 2014, 11:05:04 PM
My latest. McGizmo 1xAA Ti Mule.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/18/5uqe2yna.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/18/8a8uzuju.jpg)
I recently made a switch to AA batteries, and I love the floody goodness of the mule head.

Nice one, Eric. :tu: Are you running it on primaries, eneloops or li-ions? Any changes in output with change of batteries?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JAfromMn on February 18, 2014, 12:05:05 AM
Olight sr51 Intimidator

(http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/temporary_zpsbc4c9a5c.jpg)

lots o light
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: cowsmilk on February 18, 2014, 12:40:03 AM
My latest. McGizmo 1xAA Ti Mule.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/18/5uqe2yna.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/18/8a8uzuju.jpg)
I recently made a switch to AA batteries, and I love the floody goodness of the mule head.

Nice one, Eric. :tu: Are you running it on primaries, eneloops or li-ions? Any changes in output with change of batteries?
I use lithium primaries right now, but it will run on eneloops, alkaline, or NiMH with the 1xAA LE if needed.  If I want to run 14500s I need to use a standard 3S LE. I have a custom DatiLED LE if I choose that path.  If I see an output difference, I'll let you know.  The lithium primaries last a long time.:)

Good to see you again.  I have been fairly busy lately, but will make it a point to get on here more.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on February 18, 2014, 12:19:55 PM
:cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: CanadianLMfan on February 19, 2014, 01:11:32 AM
:ahhh :ahhh Ohhh, guysssssssss

I've also been trying NOT to get another E01, lool

And in the same time I've been wanting something.... "stupid" and cheap and... breakable... and useless... lol. I mean. Apart from the Solitaire, I've wanted some of those Sipik/Sipik clones...

HM. I got the logic. I've wanted all of my lights that I once had and sold. Solitaire. Sipik. E01. Hmmm.

But having had like 7 or so Fenixes, the Solitaire miiiiiight come as a disappointment...

Solitaire LED? :pok:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Spatha on February 19, 2014, 02:43:10 AM
Maratac AA copper.  Waiting patiently for me on the doormat after a long day at work.  I think I like it!  With so many black anodised torches on the market, this one has a bit more character.  The twisty action is nice and smooth so it's a piece of cake to operate it one handed.  At first glance, the pocket clip looks thin, but it feels quite strong and springy.  Time will tell.

I've popped an Eneloop in to check it out.  It has two useful brightness modes, dim then bright, which is the order I prefer.  The beam is very even, probably due to the orange peel style reflector.  It produces a fairly warm light with a pretty wide spread that seems a bit more flood-like compared to my Streamlight Microstream and Fenix LD01.  It really lights up a room, but still has a good bright hot spot.



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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SublimetalMsG on February 19, 2014, 03:35:36 AM
I'm going to get a copper one they look so cool I need a new one light soon
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 19, 2014, 08:21:53 AM
Maratac AA copper.  Waiting patiently for me on the doormat after a long day at work.  I think I like it!  With so many black anodised torches on the market, this one has a bit more character.  The twisty action is nice and smooth so it's a piece of cake to operate it one handed.  At first glance, the pocket clip looks thin, but it feels quite strong and springy.  Time will tell.

I've popped an Eneloop in to check it out.  It has two useful brightness modes, dim then bright, which is the order I prefer.  The beam is very even, probably due to the orange peel style reflector.  It produces a fairly warm light with a pretty wide spread that seems a bit more flood-like compared to my Streamlight Microstream and Fenix LD01.  It really lights up a room, but still has a good bright hot spot.



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Very nice. :tu:  Mind if I ask where you ordered it from?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Spatha on February 19, 2014, 11:57:00 AM

Very nice. :tu:  Mind if I ask where you ordered it from?

Not at all Gareth.  Dr Gonzo mentioned the source in another thread.  :cheers:  I got it from Miles Stair at End Times Report.  He sells loads of other cool stuff in the survival shop.  The package arrived from the USA 7 days after ordering.


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on February 19, 2014, 05:16:47 PM

Very nice. :tu:  Mind if I ask where you ordered it from?

Not at all Gareth.  Dr Gonzo mentioned the source in another thread.  :cheers:  I got it from Miles Stair at End Times Report.  He sells loads of other cool stuff in the survival shop.  The package arrived from the USA 7 days after ordering.


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Yes, Miles ships fast and reasonably priced worldwide. I first saw his site in Jie's sig line and it cost me a bit since then. ;)

He's clearing stock on Maratac stuff and I don't believe he'll be ordering anymore if  I remember correctly.

http://www.endtimesreport.com/survival_shop.html
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 20, 2014, 01:07:58 AM
Cheers gents. :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dr Gonzo on February 20, 2014, 04:10:55 AM

Very nice. :tu:  Mind if I ask where you ordered it from?

Not at all Gareth.  Dr Gonzo mentioned the source in another thread.  :cheers:  I got it from Miles Stair at End Times Report.  He sells loads of other cool stuff in the survival shop.  The package arrived from the USA 7 days after ordering.


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Yes, Miles ships fast and reasonably priced worldwide. I first saw his site in Jie's sig line and it cost me a bit since then. ;)

He's clearing stock on Maratac stuff and I don't believe he'll be ordering anymore if  I remember correctly.

http://www.endtimesreport.com/survival_shop.html

Miles is a great guy to deal with :tu: from what I've heard County Comm will not supply him with Maratac goods or any other goods from their site, it's not just him either they won't supply anyone ::)
County Comm have some great stuff but don't ship to the UK, there is another shipping service who will do it for you but I imagine it adds a fair bit more to the total cost of postage :rant:

I have a Maratac copper CR123 and it's a lovely piece of kit...I'd love an AA version but I'm pish poor at the mo :-[
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on February 27, 2014, 10:32:48 PM
I got this pretty light the other day.  I wanted a SS light and I finally pulled the trigger on this.  I like it so far and the hand feel of SS is very nice.  Not sure how I feel about the glow ring at the bezel but over all I really like the light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on February 27, 2014, 10:44:56 PM
Nice Worm you got there. :cheers: I've heard good things about those. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on February 27, 2014, 11:01:35 PM
Nice Worm you got there. :cheers: I've heard good things about those. :tu:

Thanks,
I got a friend the aluminum one and she likes it so I figured the reviews have been pretty good why not.  I like it and since I'm not a big lumen chaser then the out put is very adequate.   
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 28, 2014, 07:37:26 PM
Just got in a Tank007 PA02.  Early impressions are good, nothing stand-out and mind blowing, but good none-the-less. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JAfromMn on March 02, 2014, 01:41:31 AM
Here's a good one.

I was showing a buddy my red stye cs i found. He has a black one and he asked me if I wanted to buy the light that came with his last Xmas for 5.00

sold

my newest light is a led lenser k2. My first button cell light. Super tiny and brigt enough for alot of around the house jobs 25 lumens.


 I'm carrying it with a ps4 and my benchmade 32. I'm going to weigh it. Its under 10oz I can feel that.

my new ultralight edc around the house /going to meetings combo.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JAfromMn on March 02, 2014, 01:47:09 AM
I got this pretty light the other day.  I wanted a SS light and I finally pulled the trigger on this.  I like it so far and the hand feel of SS is very nice.  Not sure how I feel about the glow ring at the bezel but over all I really like the light.

I really like your light Aloha007

what kind is it.

I think its a worm but since I can't remember who makes it I got to ask.

I just got my first as light. I love the feel and heft of it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: derekmac on March 03, 2014, 10:06:30 PM
My Mini Mag LED arrived today.  Haven't played with it much, but seems like a good little light.
(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/486FFE1F-5E1B-436C-B576-496FECF61DBC_zpshcujtz7b.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/486FFE1F-5E1B-436C-B576-496FECF61DBC_zpshcujtz7b.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on March 03, 2014, 10:30:53 PM
I got this pretty light the other day.  I wanted a SS light and I finally pulled the trigger on this.  I like it so far and the hand feel of SS is very nice.  Not sure how I feel about the glow ring at the bezel but over all I really like the light.

I really like your light Aloha007

what kind is it.

I think its a worm but since I can't remember who makes it I got to ask.

I just got my first as light. I love the feel and heft of it.

Yes its the Lumintop Worm, nice all floody beam.  Now I'm ready to pull the trigger on the 4/7s Preon P0 and possibly the Thrunite T10S  :facepalm:

I have the streamlight nano on my house keys and love it, I also have the Photon X on my vehicle keys and love it as well. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Bensasupertool on March 12, 2014, 11:28:16 AM
I ordered a Streamlight protec 2AAA and 3 SOLED lights from CountyComm.

http://www.countycomm.com/sandsoled.html
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Teletin on March 12, 2014, 04:35:45 PM
Not really new, only coated with Ceracote in Burnt Bronce. My cut down Mag with LED :D

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on March 12, 2014, 04:50:02 PM
That looks good!

that's us mobile

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on March 12, 2014, 04:56:04 PM
LOL, cool! :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 12, 2014, 06:04:26 PM
Nice. 8)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sazabi on March 12, 2014, 11:47:30 PM
Bought five "Ford" brand no-name flashlights from eBay, expecting cheap lights, and ended up with five 3-mode Ultrafire flashlights, which are very flash. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on March 13, 2014, 12:00:35 AM
Not really new, only coated with Ceracote in Burnt Bronce. My cut down Mag with LED :D

Thats sweet!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on March 13, 2014, 02:36:04 AM
Just got in a Tank007 PA02.  Early impressions are good, nothing stand-out and mind blowing, but good none-the-less. :)

Not sure if I'll get the PA02 or the E11. May end up grabbing both.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on March 21, 2014, 04:17:36 PM
Led Lenser K1. Very powerfull, considering the size.

 :salute: :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 21, 2014, 04:47:34 PM
Anyone ever herd of Lumapower LM31 EDC LED flashlight? This one will take the AA or 14500, but They have a few others, the other ones they make will take the 123, AAA, or AA x2. They also have different designs, Just thought I would ask.. JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on March 21, 2014, 06:38:09 PM
I've heard good things about Lumapower LM31 but I don't have any personal experience with them.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 21, 2014, 07:46:51 PM
I've heard good things about Lumapower LM31 but I don't have any personal experience with them.
Ok thanks! JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on March 21, 2014, 08:41:44 PM
I watched a video on some of their AAA lights on YT by It'sAWonderfulKnife once and I liked the light a lot....I wanted to buy it, but didn't find it cheaper (because of the expensive shipping) anywhere and didn't...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 22, 2014, 04:53:13 AM
I watched a video on some of their AAA lights on YT by It'sAWonderfulKnife once and I liked the light a lot....I wanted to buy it, but didn't find it cheaper (because of the expensive shipping) anywhere and didn't...
Thanks I'll have to look into it, cause I'm after a new one and one of there's is pretty much what I'm after, and there prices ain't to bad. JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on April 01, 2014, 12:59:03 AM
I just got this one today.  So far I freakin' love it and can't wait to try it outside tonight!

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-H0txw6z-o7c/Uznwndgx8_I/AAAAAAAABrg/_ejb2COBfnI/s800/P3310015.JPG)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on April 01, 2014, 01:16:33 AM
I just got this one today.  So far I freakin' love it and can't wait to try it outside tonight!

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-H0txw6z-o7c/Uznwndgx8_I/AAAAAAAABrg/_ejb2COBfnI/s800/P3310015.JPG)

Sweet! I was looking at those, but only stick with AA or AAA lights. Let us know how you like it.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: TrickyVic on April 13, 2014, 11:33:57 PM
My new L10 nichia!
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e17/trickyvic/C17711B0-B148-4CD8-91D3-3BC17F1790C2_zps2e6625a5.jpg) (http://s36.photobucket.com/user/trickyvic/media/C17711B0-B148-4CD8-91D3-3BC17F1790C2_zps2e6625a5.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 14, 2014, 12:11:48 AM
I had to look that one up, but it looks like a good light. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on April 14, 2014, 01:32:11 AM
Have a Streamlight Microstream C4 on the way.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tomahawk Rob on April 14, 2014, 06:00:41 PM
Recently I purchased a Nitecore MH25. It's USB rechargeable. 860 lumens on turbo. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on April 14, 2014, 06:09:57 PM
I've been getting along pretty well with my Nitecore P12:

http://www.batteryjunction.com/nitecore-p12-smo-xml2.html
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on April 14, 2014, 07:28:57 PM
I have some a couple of Peak Eigers coming.  I'm really looking forward to one of them--the high CRI version of the one I carry daily.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 14, 2014, 07:45:46 PM
Some excellent lights there gents. :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on April 15, 2014, 09:43:55 PM
Just got the Veleno Designs Quantum D2 today.

This dwarf packs a punch. :o Very bright on max and infinity variable UI. :tu:

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/P4150092.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on April 15, 2014, 11:50:48 PM
Just got my Streamlight Microstream C4 in and first impressions aren't great. I'm real iffy on it right now and it's going to have to do some serious impressing over the next week or so.

I like the size and pocket clip........ aaaaaand that's about it. The neck lanyard is cool, but the quick release does not work. The finish on the light is not very good. I don't know if you can see it in the pictures, but many spots seem raised and looks like there is extra finish or spots that were rough underneath and thus after the finish got applied it looks raised. Imagine painting over a unclean surface. Same look. So I popped the battery in and WOW.......how underwhelming...... It says this one is 35 lumens and the ones reviewed online were 28 if I remember correctly. Not sure if it is just seeing it through video, but it looked much brighter than mine appears to be. I even changed the battery out to a different one because I thought the battery they sent me was bad or something, but nope. Big letdown on this one, but it is just a first impression. Sometimes I don't like products when I first get them and they grow on me. I just can't get over how dim the light seems. I just did a side by side with the tiny little LED Lenser K2 and its basically the same brightness.  :facepalm:


(http://i927.photobucket.com/albums/ad112/ChadV_2010/Flashlights/DSC01697_zps6e4d63e8.jpg) (http://s927.photobucket.com/user/ChadV_2010/media/Flashlights/DSC01697_zps6e4d63e8.jpg.html)
(http://i927.photobucket.com/albums/ad112/ChadV_2010/Flashlights/DSC01693_zps42dc769f.jpg) (http://s927.photobucket.com/user/ChadV_2010/media/Flashlights/DSC01693_zps42dc769f.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on April 16, 2014, 06:42:59 AM
35 Lumens is perfect for a "task" light, but certainly not something that will blow your mind.  For a single-level light, my preferred output is somewhere in the 25-40 lumens range.  Outside of that range, I find that the output is either too bright or too dim for certain tasks.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Random Dan on April 17, 2014, 02:26:27 AM
I find the brightness of my Microstream to be good for most tasks. Of course I mostly just carry it because it's cheap and I don't worry about loaning it out to other people. I mostly use my HDS or Surefire  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 17, 2014, 02:33:11 AM
All this talk of the Microstream got me thinking about my old Monarch 300; similar size and function.  IIRC it's only rated at 16 lumen, but I've always felt it seems much brighter than that number suggests.  A lot is to do with the way the beam is profiled with a very tight hotspot though still with a notable spill.  Great little task light IMO and goes to show it's not always about having hundreds and hundreds of Lumen. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on April 17, 2014, 07:34:18 AM
I actually do use that 30ish - lumen setting the most... For example, at night, I put my Fenix LD12 in a glass and use it as an evening light at its 30-lumen setting. My LD05 comes on 30-35 first and this is what I use the most. I keep my Fenix E11 on its 30ish lumen setting, too. Of course, having some options is always nice.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 17, 2014, 10:34:50 AM
Even with my Thrunite TN12 (that is capable of over 700 lumen) the mode I use the most is it's low mode of 30 lumen.  In a room sized space it's more than enough IMO.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: DazMechanical on April 17, 2014, 01:15:34 PM
Fenix LD12 is my latest
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on April 17, 2014, 01:21:57 PM
Fenix LD12 is my latest

It's a great light, how do you like it?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: DazMechanical on April 17, 2014, 04:00:12 PM
Fenix LD12 is my latest

It's a great light, how do you like it?

This light seems to be pretty good so far, I've had it maybe 2 weeks and I'm pretty happy with it. It feels and looks pretty bulletproof as do the other fenix lights that I have (E01 & E05).
I think the lowest light setting is about the same output of my E01 on my key chain, I prefer the second brightness setting for most close up tasks.
From the 3rd setting to highest setting only seems to increase output by about 10%.
Would Lithium batteries make much difference? I've only used alkaline that's all work will supply...

What batteries do you use?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on April 17, 2014, 04:05:51 PM
Fenix LD12 is my latest

It's a great light, how do you like it?

This light seems to be pretty good so far, I've had it maybe 2 weeks and I'm pretty happy with it. It feels and looks pretty bulletproof as do the other fenix lights that I have (E01 & E05).
I think the lowest light setting is about the same output of my E01 on my key chain, I prefer the second brightness setting for most close up tasks.
From the 3rd setting to highest setting only seems to increase output by about 10%.
Would Lithium batteries make much difference? I've only used alkaline that's all work will supply...

What batteries do you use?


I use only Eneloops, so I can't talk about other types of batteries  :think: But you're right that the high and turbo don't differ much. So, perhaps it's better to use the 60-lumen mode to preserve battery life. I also use the 30-lumen mode the most - it's bright enough to light up a whole room and it has a very long run time on this mode. I don't use the lowest one that much. And yeah, it is bulletproof, too :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on April 17, 2014, 08:39:52 PM
Using Lithium would definitely help.  Alkaline batteries are not good at all for high current applications due to high internal resistance.  NiMH would also be an improvement, but not as good as Li.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: bmot on April 28, 2014, 04:42:52 PM
Got a titanium Eagletac twisty on the way from edcgear... Now the waiting begins  :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on April 28, 2014, 04:58:24 PM
Got a titanium Eagletac twisty on the way from edcgear... Now the waiting begins  :ahhh

 :tu: :tu:   YYeah, the waiting CAN be a biiiiit annoying..  :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on April 28, 2014, 05:02:32 PM
Got a titanium Eagletac twisty on the way from edcgear... Now the waiting begins  :ahhh

 :tu: :tu:   YYeah, the waiting CAN be a biiiiit annoying..  :ahhh
Sheer torture... Luckily I've received most of what I've ordered in reasonable shipping time but there's been a few that seem to just sit in the post office for days going nowhere...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on April 28, 2014, 05:15:59 PM
Yep... today I finally received another Olight i3s I'd ordered over a month ago... but the Preon 2 I ordered around the same time hasn't arrived yet  :ahhh :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on April 29, 2014, 01:27:58 AM
I received this today.  What a great light!!

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ysf7JPYKIOQ/U17i2-e48AI/AAAAAAAABv8/1_sFkmY2rF0/s800/20140428_182109.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on April 29, 2014, 01:35:17 AM
Here's a Solarforce L2T that I bought used last week.  It's running a Nailbender XP-G R4 neutral white (4000K) 3-mode dropin.

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-CI2Z9y6v8Vk/U17lEMNa45I/AAAAAAAABwM/68brfDtY_sM/s800/20140428_183113.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on April 29, 2014, 01:46:12 AM
Here's a Solarforce L2T that I bought used last week.  It's running a Nailbender XP-G R4 neutral white (4000K) 3-mode dropin.

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-CI2Z9y6v8Vk/U17lEMNa45I/AAAAAAAABwM/68brfDtY_sM/s800/20140428_183113.jpg)
That's a sweet well-built looking light!  How many lumens?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on April 29, 2014, 01:51:55 AM
300 max. Modes are 100%/45%/10%

Solarforce does a great job with their hosts.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on April 29, 2014, 01:57:08 AM
300 max. Modes are 100%/45%/10%

Solarforce does a great job with their hosts.
That's cool. I like how the clip features a lanyard hole, neat feature. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on April 29, 2014, 02:14:31 AM
300 max. Modes are 100%/45%/10%

Solarforce does a great job with their hosts.
That's cool. I like how the clip features a lanyard hole, neat feature. :)

It is a neat feature, but the clip is a little chunky.  I think I would rather just have the ring with the lanyard hole, as I don't tend to clip lights of this size into a pocket.  It works well to clip to a belt though.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jerseydevil on April 29, 2014, 03:04:38 AM
I've always wanted one of these for whatever reason, but had never seen an issue one for sale at a reasonable price.  Yesterday at the show I went to, there it was for $12, an old-school classic workhorse:

(http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g448/Jerseydevil379/DSCF2343_zpsf0089c64.jpg) (http://s1102.photobucket.com/user/Jerseydevil379/media/DSCF2343_zpsf0089c64.jpg.html)

US Army issue Fulton MX991/U, complete with all three lens filters.  Red, blue, and the clear one I can't figure out the reason for.  :think:  Lenses look messed up in the pic for some reason, but they're scratch-free.  Takes two D cells, the lenses and the spare bulb are stored in the bottom, which is actually two separate pieces.  There's a metal clip on the back, as well as a bail for hanging on the bottom.  It's not a very powerful light, but these things were built and issued with minimal changes to the design since 1944.  The switch guard ears date this one to after 1985.  It's just a tank of a light.  I'm looking into an LED drop-in upgrade for it, there are a number of options out there.  It's a neat piece, and is sitting on my nightstand now.   :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on April 29, 2014, 03:14:49 AM
Is that lens white or is it the replaceable clear lens?

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jerseydevil on April 29, 2014, 03:21:52 AM
It's molded in almost a scalloped pattern, it's not smooth like the regular lens.  It seems to soften up the beam, almost like a diffuser but not quite.  Does that make any sense?  :think:  It does to me.......   I'll get some more pics tomorrow, my camera battery decided to die on me.  >:(
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on April 29, 2014, 03:22:30 AM
Makes total sense to me.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on April 29, 2014, 03:25:04 AM
Very cool jd!  :tu:

If you ever want to upgrade it, here is an option: http://www.king-cart.com/cgi-bin/cart.cgi?store=elektrolumens&product=Anglelux

Of course, it would make that $12 Fulton a little less affordable....   :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jerseydevil on April 29, 2014, 03:39:43 AM
Very cool jd!  :tu:

If you ever want to upgrade it, here is an option: http://www.king-cart.com/cgi-bin/cart.cgi?store=elektrolumens&product=Anglelux

Of course, it would make that $12 Fulton a little less affordable....   :D

 :o  Yeah just a little!  I'm probably going to start off with a simple drop-in LED, but now I've got that link bookmarked.  Bunch of enablers around here, I'll tell ya.  No wonder I fit in so well.....  ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: stealth007s on April 29, 2014, 04:10:18 AM
I've always wanted one of these for whatever reason, but had never seen an issue one for sale at a reasonable price.  Yesterday at the show I went to, there it was for $12, an old-school classic workhorse:

(http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g448/Jerseydevil379/DSCF2343_zpsf0089c64.jpg) (http://s1102.photobucket.com/user/Jerseydevil379/media/DSCF2343_zpsf0089c64.jpg.html)

US Army issue Fulton MX991/U, complete with all three lens filters.  Red, blue, and the clear one I can't figure out the reason for.  :think:  Lenses look messed up in the pic for some reason, but they're scratch-free.  Takes two D cells, the lenses and the spare bulb are stored in the bottom, which is actually two separate pieces.  There's a metal clip on the back, as well as a bail for hanging on the bottom.  It's not a very powerful light, but these things were built and issued with minimal changes to the design since 1944.  The switch guard ears date this one to after 1985.  It's just a tank of a light.  I'm looking into an LED drop-in upgrade for it, there are a number of options out there.  It's a neat piece, and is sitting on my nightstand now.   :tu:

I mentioned some of this in the what did you just get thread but here it goes. The white lens is a diffuser that keeps the light beam from emitting from the light. The clear lens is a magnifier that is suppose to  make the beam go further. We would pair the diffuser or magnifier with a red or blue (and sometimes green or yellow) lens during field exercises, depending on the situation.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 29, 2014, 10:53:59 AM
Great torch Tom, and great info Terry. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jerseydevil on April 29, 2014, 03:34:06 PM
Thanks for the info Terry! :tu:  Kind of figured you'd know if anyone did.... :)  Then again I asked the guy I went to the show with. He just shrugged, and he's a retired master sergeant......

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 29, 2014, 04:50:45 PM
A very rough snap of my new Fenix E01.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on April 29, 2014, 06:49:05 PM
Nice looking lite.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on April 29, 2014, 07:19:45 PM
I recently got a Streamlight C4 at the suggestion of Captain Spaulding. It's not the brightest light but I'm pretty pleased with it. It could use a hole for a keyring though...

(http://images2.snapfish.com/232323232%7Ffp83232%3Euqcshlukaxroqdfv65%3B3%3Dot%3E3377%3D645%3D%3B25%3DXROQDF%3E262%3C442633256ot1lsi)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on April 29, 2014, 09:08:56 PM
These 3 classic cheap diving torches.
The two similar ones have no same parts, even though they are supposed to be the same model with different colours.

More to follow..
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on April 30, 2014, 12:01:28 AM
I recently got a Streamlight C4 at the suggestion of Captain Spaulding. It's not the brightest light but I'm pretty pleased with it. It could use a hole for a keyring though...

(http://images2.snapfish.com/232323232%7Ffp83232%3Euqcshlukaxroqdfv65%3B3%3Dot%3E3377%3D645%3D%3B25%3DXROQDF%3E262%3C442633256ot1lsi)


Glad its working out for you. Like you said its not to bright, but i'm liking mine better the more I use it. Concerning the hole for the keyring. It is a thought that you could drill a hole in the top of the pocket clip and attach a ring.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on May 01, 2014, 02:13:43 AM
Whatever you do, DON'T BUY ONE OF THESE.  You will instantly be trying to figure out how to pay for every product Malkoff sells.

You have been warned.

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-xGeQZtilpaU/U2GQpNcELzI/AAAAAAAABww/jpVDU-Smr8E/s800/20140430_190701.jpg)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-Mpoj5PQDUic/U2GQyAuft6I/AAAAAAAABw4/oOjnBXHFnIw/s800/20140430_190640.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on May 01, 2014, 04:06:55 AM
Whatever you do, DON'T BUY ONE OF THESE.  You will instantly be trying to figure out how to pay for every product Malkoff sells.

You have been warned.

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-xGeQZtilpaU/U2GQpNcELzI/AAAAAAAABww/jpVDU-Smr8E/s800/20140430_190701.jpg)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-Mpoj5PQDUic/U2GQyAuft6I/AAAAAAAABw4/oOjnBXHFnIw/s800/20140430_190640.jpg)


Might have to look into those eventually.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Random Dan on May 01, 2014, 06:10:52 AM
I have been putting off buying a Malkoff for a while, but I don't know how much longer I can last.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on May 01, 2014, 03:21:03 PM
I have been putting off buying a Malkoff for a while, but I don't know how much longer I can last.

Once you give in, I can assure you, you won't be disappointed.  ;)  I highly recommend the high/low ring option.  I ordered the turnkey flashlight with high/low option, then bought a M61N separately to replace the stock M61.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Random Dan on May 01, 2014, 06:19:32 PM
I have been putting off buying a Malkoff for a while, but I don't know how much longer I can last.

Once you give in, I can assure you, you won't be disappointed.  ;)  I highly recommend the high/low ring option.  I ordered the turnkey flashlight with high/low option, then bought a M61N separately to replace the stock M61.
I almost bought a Turnkey MD2 last year (during the Thanksgiving sale) but was tempted away by a Surefire Fury. I've been looking at the MDC as well but I don't really like the driver he uses in it right now. But then I do have a Surefire G2 that still has the crappy P60L unit in it, and the Malkoff M61L is on sale for $40  :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on May 01, 2014, 06:25:38 PM
I've been looking at the MDC as well but I don't really like the driver he uses in it right now.

Yeah, it's a great light, but the inability to use Li-Ion is a deal breaker for me.  I'm also not a fan of lights that switch levels every time I push the button.  It kind of defeats the idea of a "tactical" momentary.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Random Dan on May 01, 2014, 06:40:42 PM
I've been looking at the MDC as well but I don't really like the driver he uses in it right now.

Yeah, it's a great light, but the inability to use Li-Ion is a deal breaker for me.  I'm also not a fan of lights that switch levels every time I push the button.  It kind of defeats the idea of a "tactical" momentary.
There is a li-ion version, but the low is 15lm, which is way too bright for my taste.
If there was an MDC that could take either li-ion RCR123 or regular 3v primaries and had two modes accessed by head rotation, let's say 250lm with head tightened and 3-5lm with head loosened, I'd be on it so fast it'd be crazy. I wouldn't even mind switching modes at the tail if it always came on in the same mode after a certain time OFF (like how my Surefire Backup works). But the weird thing where modes reset after it's been left ON for 2 sec does not appeal to me.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on May 01, 2014, 06:45:14 PM
I've been looking at the MDC as well but I don't really like the driver he uses in it right now.

Yeah, it's a great light, but the inability to use Li-Ion is a deal breaker for me.  I'm also not a fan of lights that switch levels every time I push the button.  It kind of defeats the idea of a "tactical" momentary.
There is a li-ion version, but the low is 15lm, which is way too bright for my taste.
If there was an MDC that could take either li-ion RCR123 or regular 3v primaries and had two modes accessed by head rotation, let's say 250lm with head tightened and 3-5lm with head loosened, I'd be on it so fast it'd be crazy. I wouldn't even mind switching modes at the tail if it always came on in the same mode after a certain time OFF (like how my Surefire Backup works). But the weird thing where modes reset after it's been left ON for 2 sec does not appeal to me.

Yep.  Looks like your tastes in UI are very similar to mine.  That would be a killer light.  I especially like output selection by turning the head, because the output can be set before the light is turned on.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Random Dan on May 01, 2014, 06:59:34 PM
I've been looking at the MDC as well but I don't really like the driver he uses in it right now.

Yeah, it's a great light, but the inability to use Li-Ion is a deal breaker for me.  I'm also not a fan of lights that switch levels every time I push the button.  It kind of defeats the idea of a "tactical" momentary.
There is a li-ion version, but the low is 15lm, which is way too bright for my taste.
If there was an MDC that could take either li-ion RCR123 or regular 3v primaries and had two modes accessed by head rotation, let's say 250lm with head tightened and 3-5lm with head loosened, I'd be on it so fast it'd be crazy. I wouldn't even mind switching modes at the tail if it always came on in the same mode after a certain time OFF (like how my Surefire Backup works). But the weird thing where modes reset after it's been left ON for 2 sec does not appeal to me.

Yep.  Looks like your tastes in UI are very similar to mine.  That would be a killer light.  I especially like output selection by turning the head, because the output can be set before the light is turned on.
Yeah, that's how my (on its way) Foursevens QTLC will work, but it'd be so much better if it were a Malkoff.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on May 01, 2014, 07:05:09 PM
I've been looking at the MDC as well but I don't really like the driver he uses in it right now.

Yeah, it's a great light, but the inability to use Li-Ion is a deal breaker for me.  I'm also not a fan of lights that switch levels every time I push the button.  It kind of defeats the idea of a "tactical" momentary.
There is a li-ion version, but the low is 15lm, which is way too bright for my taste.
If there was an MDC that could take either li-ion RCR123 or regular 3v primaries and had two modes accessed by head rotation, let's say 250lm with head tightened and 3-5lm with head loosened, I'd be on it so fast it'd be crazy. I wouldn't even mind switching modes at the tail if it always came on in the same mode after a certain time OFF (like how my Surefire Backup works). But the weird thing where modes reset after it's been left ON for 2 sec does not appeal to me.

Yep.  Looks like your tastes in UI are very similar to mine.  That would be a killer light.  I especially like output selection by turning the head, because the output can be set before the light is turned on.
Yeah, that's how my (on its way) Foursevens QTLC will work, but it'd be so much better if it were a Malkoff.

I frequently carry a Quark Tactical 1xAA (w/neutral XP-E) when armed.  I own three in total, with various bodies (1xCR123, 2xAA, 18650).  They're great, and I would buy more if David would make neutral tints available again.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Random Dan on May 01, 2014, 10:15:56 PM
Aww smurf. I just bought an M61L HCRI2 from IS, $34 was just too good to pass up.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on May 01, 2014, 10:21:44 PM
Aww smurf. I just bought an M61L HCRI2 from IS, $34 was just too good to pass up.

Uh-oh!  :rofl:

I'm actually going to place another order at Malkoff today also.  I almost pulled the trigger on an HCRI2 at IS, but decided that 2900K is a little warm for my tastes. 

Let us know how you like it when it arrives!  :mail:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Random Dan on May 01, 2014, 10:46:42 PM
Aww smurf. I just bought an M61L HCRI2 from IS, $34 was just too good to pass up.

Uh-oh!  :rofl:

I'm actually going to place another order at Malkoff today also.  I almost pulled the trigger on an HCRI2 at IS, but decided that 2900K is a little warm for my tastes. 

Let us know how you like it when it arrives!  :mail:
I shall.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on May 02, 2014, 07:57:45 AM
My long-awaited Preon 2 has finally arrived at the post office in Sofia :ahhh:, hopefully it will be here tomorrow..... or I'll have to wait for the holidays to be over :ahhh

Apart from that, I got my second Olight i3s a few days ago.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on May 02, 2014, 11:55:28 AM
My long-awaited Preon 2 has finally arrived at the post office in Sofia :ahhh:, hopefully it will be here tomorrow..... or I'll have to wait for the holidays to be over :ahhh

Apart from that, I got my second Olight i3s a few days ago.
I've been considering an Olight myself. These days, I've come to actually appreciate a lower lumen light because it's possible to be too bright on some of these flame throwers. The i3s has everything I like on a light along with an extremely fair price tag. I also love AAA batteries as they are ones I most commonly stock.

:2tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on May 02, 2014, 03:23:05 PM
Nice additions, Niki. :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on May 02, 2014, 03:51:40 PM
Thanks guys! The i3s is indeed an awesome little flashlight. I'm curious about the Preon, though, as I've seen lots of negativish reviews online.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on May 02, 2014, 03:55:35 PM
Thanks guys! The i3s is indeed an awesome little flashlight. I'm curious about the Preon, though, as I've seen lots of negativish reviews online.
I currently have a 47's MLR2 on my keyring. It uses the CR2 battery which is slightly smaller than a CR123. Not widely but somewhat available in some local stores. I kind of compare CR2 vs CR123 like AAA vs AA.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Random Dan on May 06, 2014, 05:37:32 PM
Just received my M61L HCRI2 today! (Well, technically it arrived yesterday but I didn't have a chance to open it.) Love it so far. The tint is a near perfect match for my 4D incan Maglite, only without all of the black spots floating around  :whistle:
If you love the cheery yellow hue of an incan light then this is definitely the dropin for you.

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7401/13936550658_650fa3865c_z.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on May 06, 2014, 06:16:01 PM
It's on the warm side for my tastes, but I'm glad you like it.  What I love about the Malkoff dropins for is the fantastic beam profile, with very smooth transition from spot to spill.  It's as good as a general-purpose beam gets, IMO.

I have 2 neutral-tint (4000K) Malkoff dropins now, and I love them as well.  (M61N and M61NL).

I also just bought a neutral (5000K) Malkoff Hound Dog, and it also has a great beam profile.  Unfortunately, the XM-L has the tint separation that exists in every XM-L I've seen (white spot, greenish corona & purplish spill), but it isn't noticeable in outdoor use.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on May 06, 2014, 06:21:34 PM
Olight i3S, Preon P0 SS, ATOM LE Titanium.  I've had these in a cart like forever and decided to pull the trigger.  I keep saying I want more AA lights but keep getting AAA ones  :think:.   
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on May 07, 2014, 12:20:19 PM
I've fiiinalllly received my Preon 2 after a loong waiting  :mail: :woohoo: :woohoo:

Some bad too sunny pics, compared to my Fenix LD05, too

*celebrates* *happy*
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on May 07, 2014, 10:27:55 PM
Congrats. :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on May 08, 2014, 12:12:37 AM
I've fiiinalllly received my Preon 2 after a loong waiting  :mail: :woohoo: :woohoo:

Some bad too sunny pics, compared to my Fenix LD05, too

*celebrates* *happy*
If you're happy, I'm happy. Enjoy your lights :tu:
:cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on May 08, 2014, 07:19:09 AM
Thanks guys! I'd wanted one for YEARS, literally  :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Random Dan on May 09, 2014, 09:31:45 PM
This guy will be my new backup EDC along with my HDS.

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7363/13960055669_861105d2e6_z.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on May 09, 2014, 10:40:39 PM
What clip do you have there, Dan?

EDIT:  Ah, nevermind, I saw your post on CPF...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on May 19, 2014, 02:21:29 PM
SL-2001A
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: stealth007s on May 19, 2014, 11:53:13 PM
A single AAA coast as an extra prize in the April Donation draw. Pretty bright little light.


Sent from Terry's Texting Tool
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: wisemen on May 20, 2014, 09:40:08 PM
Sunwayman D40a in cool white. Was unsure when I ordered it but the interface and build quality have won me over. Until this, I was set on 18650's but this is making me think again about AA flashlights.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on May 20, 2014, 10:04:20 PM
Sunwayman D40a in cool white. Was unsure when I ordered it but the interface and build quality have won me over. Until this, I was set on 18650's but this is making me think again about AA flashlights.

I use both cells regularly, but I tend to carry AA (with 14500 Li-Ion) more, just because of the compact size.  I usually have an 18650 in a bag or briefcase as a backup though, for the great runtime.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on May 30, 2014, 12:53:50 PM
Starry light BLF edition

taaaaaaapaaaaaaas

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on May 30, 2014, 01:16:54 PM
Pelican 1910. I highly recommend this light, it's awesome and has 2 modes:

(http://images2.snapfish.com/232323232%7Ffp83232%3Euqcshlukaxroqdfv545%3C%3Dot%3E3377%3D645%3D%3B25%3DXROQDF%3E26375%3A385%3B256ot1lsi)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on May 30, 2014, 05:34:00 PM
Starry light BLF edition

taaaaaaapaaaaaaas



Ordered or already have it? I'd love to see some pics and hear your thoughts on it. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on May 30, 2014, 11:13:52 PM
It was used by various people for most of the night. Definitely a good product, bright, no noticeable PWM, great in the hand, grippy, cheap, long battery life. I will post a bit more soon.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on May 30, 2014, 11:32:36 PM
It was used by various people for most of the night. Definitely a good product, bright, no noticeable PWM, great in the hand, grippy, cheap, long battery life. I will post a bit more soon.

Any more of them on BLF or already sold out? I saw something like 2k mentioned in the preorder page but the link there is dead.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on May 31, 2014, 12:25:05 PM
It was used by various people for most of the night. Definitely a good product, bright, no noticeable PWM, great in the hand, grippy, cheap, long battery life. I will post a bit more soon.

Any more of them on BLF or already sold out? I saw something like 2k mentioned in the preorder page but the link there is dead.

I got it from the linked site. I think the site, chinaqualitygoods, is down for maintenance. There should be some left. Wallbuys has the original on special but the blf one has better/different specifications.

taaaaaaapaaaaaaas

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on May 31, 2014, 12:43:08 PM
It was used by various people for most of the night. Definitely a good product, bright, no noticeable PWM, great in the hand, grippy, cheap, long battery life. I will post a bit more soon.

Any more of them on BLF or already sold out? I saw something like 2k mentioned in the preorder page but the link there is dead.

I got it from the linked site. I think the site, chinaqualitygoods, is down for maintenance. There should be some left. Wallbuys has the original on special but the blf one has better/different specifications.

taaaaaaapaaaaaaas



I'll wait till till Rick's site is back up. I have some other orders I have to place there too. :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: David on June 02, 2014, 07:32:18 PM
Pelican 1920.     :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on June 09, 2014, 02:48:04 AM
Found this at a antique shop while waiting to get my hair cut.


Eveready Captain. Anyone know a date on this?


(http://i927.photobucket.com/albums/ad112/ChadV_2010/Knives%20and%20MT%205/DSC02011_zpseb923566.jpg) (http://s927.photobucket.com/user/ChadV_2010/media/Knives%20and%20MT%205/DSC02011_zpseb923566.jpg.html)
(http://i927.photobucket.com/albums/ad112/ChadV_2010/Knives%20and%20MT%205/DSC02012_zps1f95f5b4.jpg) (http://s927.photobucket.com/user/ChadV_2010/media/Knives%20and%20MT%205/DSC02012_zps1f95f5b4.jpg.html)
(http://i927.photobucket.com/albums/ad112/ChadV_2010/Knives%20and%20MT%205/DSC02013_zpsdd43a563.jpg) (http://s927.photobucket.com/user/ChadV_2010/media/Knives%20and%20MT%205/DSC02013_zpsdd43a563.jpg.html)

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on June 09, 2014, 03:02:46 AM
Classic.  :tu:  It looks like it's in beautiful shape!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on June 09, 2014, 03:12:53 AM
Nice grab, looks great, I think my grandfather had that one. JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on June 09, 2014, 03:37:33 AM
Got it for $5.00.  :tu:  There was another Captain in not as good shape (didn't look at price) and another old light that I didn't get a good look at, but it was $12. I might go back and get the others and look at doing a LED upgrade to the other Captain as to make it a user.  :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jerseydevil on June 09, 2014, 03:44:38 AM
Got it for $5.00.  :tu:  There was another Captain in not as good shape (didn't look at price) and another old light that I didn't get a good look at, but it was $12. I might go back and get the others and look at doing a LED upgrade to the other Captain as to make it a user.  :think:

I did a quick LED drop-in upgrade to my US Army MX-991/U shortly after I got it, and it was a great move IMO.  Made it a much more effective light for an extra $5 (http://www.amazon.com/Dorcy-41-1643-Lumen-Volt-Replacement/dp/B003MP8MGY/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1402278169&sr=8-8&keywords=led+drop+in+bulb).  It's a 30 lumen bulb, but there's no contest between it and the original bulb.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on June 09, 2014, 04:25:09 AM
Got it for $5.00.  :tu:  There was another Captain in not as good shape (didn't look at price) and another old light that I didn't get a good look at, but it was $12. I might go back and get the others and look at doing a LED upgrade to the other Captain as to make it a user.  :think:
Not a bad little steal, another one my grandfather had was very similar but in a brass/gold finish. As JD said I'd do a upgrade, he even had me thinking of doing the same with the military flashlight with a led, not that I need it but think it's cool as heck! JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on June 09, 2014, 04:45:11 AM
If I get the other one I will do the upgrade for sure. Thanks guys.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on June 26, 2014, 04:42:14 PM
Fenix PD32 6 mode this is my first non AA/AAA light.  I believe the specs are http://www.fenixlight.com/ProductMore.aspx?id=82&tid=9&cid=1#.U6wwHShiF3k
which is the brightest light I currently own.  It was a fleamarket find that didn't have batteries so at $6 it wasn't much of risk.  I got batteries and it fired right up which was awesome.  I'll now have to get a 18650  :whistle: and step into the world of Li-ion batteries.   
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Styerman on June 26, 2014, 05:34:53 PM
Just a Mini Mag 2xAAA . Not exciting , but it's slim and trim , and it works ! I do want one of the two stage Pelican 1920's .

Chris
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on June 26, 2014, 05:36:44 PM
Fenix PD32 6 mode this is my first non AA/AAA light.  I believe the specs are http://www.fenixlight.com/ProductMore.aspx?id=82&tid=9&cid=1#.U6wwHShiF3k
which is the brightest light I currently own.  It was a fleamarket find that didn't have batteries so at $6 it wasn't much of risk.  I got batteries and it fired right up which was awesome.  I'll now have to get a 18650  :whistle: and step into the world of Li-ion batteries.   
I just looked at the specs you posted. Very good mode selection you have there :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on June 26, 2014, 05:49:21 PM
Sunwayman D40Avn PDTn (Vinh mod)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on June 26, 2014, 07:45:42 PM
Sunwayman D40Avn PDTn (Vinh mod)

I had to google that and :o that's some impressive specs off of 4xAA. :tu:

Please share some thoughts when you get it and had some time to play with it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on June 26, 2014, 07:51:08 PM
I have two of them.  They're incredible.  Great output level spacing from moonlight to 1480 lumens, fantastic throw, and one of the most versatile lights I've ever owned when paired with an Olight M-22X diffuser.  The UI is nearly perfect for me; with moonlight, max and strobe available directly from off, mode memory, and hidden "blinky" modes.

...and powered by 4x Eneloops? Outstanding!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on June 26, 2014, 08:13:04 PM
Shipping and customs fees would kill me. Almost $80 on top of the base US price. :-\

I don't need another flashlight, I don't need another flashlight, I don't need another flashlight. ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on June 26, 2014, 08:16:30 PM
Shipping and customs fees would kill me. Almost $80 on top of the base US price. :-\

I don't need another flashlight, I don't need another flashlight, I don't need another flashlight. ;)
That's what I keep telling myself not just for lights but more knives and tools. The cold hard truth is: if I don't have it, I don't need it!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on June 26, 2014, 09:12:06 PM
Shipping and customs fees would kill me. Almost $80 on top of the base US price. :-\

I don't need another flashlight, I don't need another flashlight, I don't need another flashlight. ;)

Yeah, it looks like Vinh up-charges $15 for international shipping...

The D40A is an excellent flashlight on its own merit.  One of mine I bought as a stock neutral before I sent it to Vinh, so I could compare the two.  The main difference between the modified light and the stock model is that Vinh's has about 2x the throw, due to the current boost and dedome.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 26, 2014, 10:21:25 PM
Just a Mini Mag 2xAAA . Not exciting , but it's slim and trim , and it works ! I do want one of the two stage Pelican 1920's .

Chris
LED version?  Great pen light IMO. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on June 26, 2014, 11:00:25 PM
Fenix PD32 6 mode this is my first non AA/AAA light.  I believe the specs are http://www.fenixlight.com/ProductMore.aspx?id=82&tid=9&cid=1#.U6wwHShiF3k
which is the brightest light I currently own.  It was a fleamarket find that didn't have batteries so at $6 it wasn't much of risk.  I got batteries and it fired right up which was awesome.  I'll now have to get a 18650  :whistle: and step into the world of Li-ion batteries.   
I just looked at the specs you posted. Very good mode selection you have there :tu:

Its definitely the brightest light I have as well as diverse mode selection.  I'll get a chance to play with it when I go get my daughter from work tonight.  It didn't have batteries so I couldn't play last night.  The bad thing is now I really want to learn more about Li-ion batteries and get into so lights that take them.   
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on June 29, 2014, 10:48:59 PM
Fenix PD32 6 mode this is my first non AA/AAA light.  I believe the specs are http://www.fenixlight.com/ProductMore.aspx?id=82&tid=9&cid=1#.U6wwHShiF3k
which is the brightest light I currently own.  It was a fleamarket find that didn't have batteries so at $6 it wasn't much of risk.  I got batteries and it fired right up which was awesome.  I'll now have to get a 18650  :whistle: and step into the world of Li-ion batteries.   
I just looked at the specs you posted. Very good mode selection you have there :tu:

Its definitely the brightest light I have as well as diverse mode selection.  I'll get a chance to play with it when I go get my daughter from work tonight.  It didn't have batteries so I couldn't play last night.  The bad thing is now I really want to learn more about Li-ion batteries and get into so lights that take them.   


I have a PD32 and run mine on 18650. I now have several lights that can take 18650's. After the initial outlay for a charger and batteries, I now have cheap running for all my lights.

A popular charger is the Nitecore i4. I would spend a little extra and get quality batteries. I use Eagletac and AW cells.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on June 29, 2014, 11:32:03 PM
Fenix PD32 6 mode this is my first non AA/AAA light.  I believe the specs are http://www.fenixlight.com/ProductMore.aspx?id=82&tid=9&cid=1#.U6wwHShiF3k
which is the brightest light I currently own.  It was a fleamarket find that didn't have batteries so at $6 it wasn't much of risk.  I got batteries and it fired right up which was awesome.  I'll now have to get a 18650  :whistle: and step into the world of Li-ion batteries.   
I just looked at the specs you posted. Very good mode selection you have there :tu:

Its definitely the brightest light I have as well as diverse mode selection.  I'll get a chance to play with it when I go get my daughter from work tonight.  It didn't have batteries so I couldn't play last night.  The bad thing is now I really want to learn more about Li-ion batteries and get into so lights that take them.   


I have a PD32 and run mine on 18650. I now have several lights that can take 18650's. After the initial outlay for a charger and batteries, I now have cheap running for all my lights.

A popular charger is the Nitecore i4. I would spend a little extra and get quality batteries. I use Eagletac and AW cells.

Thank you very much  :salute: this is the exact direction I was headed as well.  The charger is one I have been very much interested in and the 18650's are a battery that I have also been curious to give a shot.  I now have to find other lights that will support the 18650  :whistle:.  Here I go off into Li-ion lights and the dark dark road that follows  :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on June 29, 2014, 11:34:37 PM
Not my absolute latest but I wanted to chime in about this Nitecore P12 I got a couple months ago. Unlike other lights I've owned, this one does not seem to have significant battery drainage. It's just as bright as the day I got it. I paid about $60 from batteryjunction and it has been worth every penny. I highly recommend this one :2tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on June 29, 2014, 11:39:28 PM
With the exception of Surefire lights, most 2x CR123A lights can take an 18650 cell.

Then of course there are the lights that take multiple 18650 cells for a blistering output. I don't have one, nor do I need one at this moment.

My current 18650 capable lights are:

Eagletac G25 mk2, 980 lumens
Nitecore SRT6, 930 lumens
Fenix TK12, 450 lumens
Jetbeam IIIM, 450 lumens
Fenix PD32, 340 lumens
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: bmot on June 30, 2014, 04:38:52 PM
Thank you very much  :salute: this is the exact direction I was headed as well.  The charger is one I have been very much interested in and the 18650's are a battery that I have also been curious to give a shot.  I now have to find other lights that will support the 18650  :whistle: .  Here I go off into Li-ion lights and the dark dark road that follows
 :facepalm:


How about over 1000 lumens from 1 18650 battery?  :whistle:


http://www.thrunite.com/thrunite-tn12-2014/
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on June 30, 2014, 05:06:32 PM
I haven't bought a new flashlight for about 6 weeks  :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: bmot on June 30, 2014, 05:20:59 PM
I haven't bought a new flashlight for about 6 weeks  :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh


Do you consider that a good or a bad thing?  :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on June 30, 2014, 05:33:37 PM
Bad weird thing. :D Usually. But it seems my Preon now's been satisfying my needs and that's why I haven't bought anything new for that long :X
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on June 30, 2014, 09:56:05 PM
Ultrafire F13

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on June 30, 2014, 10:41:09 PM
Thank you very much  :salute: this is the exact direction I was headed as well.  The charger is one I have been very much interested in and the 18650's are a battery that I have also been curious to give a shot.  I now have to find other lights that will support the 18650  :whistle: .  Here I go off into Li-ion lights and the dark dark road that follows
 :facepalm:


How about over 1000 lumens from 1 18650 battery?  :whistle:


http://www.thrunite.com/thrunite-tn12-2014/

WOW
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on July 03, 2014, 05:38:15 PM
Thank you very much  :salute: this is the exact direction I was headed as well.  The charger is one I have been very much interested in and the 18650's are a battery that I have also been curious to give a shot.  I now have to find other lights that will support the 18650  :whistle: .  Here I go off into Li-ion lights and the dark dark road that follows
 :facepalm:



How about over 1000 lumens from 1 18650 battery?  :whistle:


http://www.thrunite.com/thrunite-tn12-2014/

WOW

Impressive - it gets 74 hours at 20 lm. That's not bad at all :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on July 03, 2014, 05:50:45 PM
My latest are:

TN35vn (Thrunite, Vinh-modded)
D40avn PDTn (x2) (Sunwayman, Vinh-modded)
C20Cvn PDTn Fiat Lux (Sunwayman, Vinh-modded)

That C20Cvn is pretty amazing.  1300 lumens from an 18650 light that's smaller than a Zebralight SC600 MkII.  I'm not fond of the UI, but it sure is bright and compact, and throws well.

The TN35vn?  It's um.... WOW. 3500 LED lumens, 3x18650 and Cree MT-G2 emitter.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on July 03, 2014, 08:53:35 PM
Was just at Zebralight's website and saw they FINALLY have the SC600w Mk II back in stock, so I ordered one while I could!  Also picked up an H52Fw to replace the H51w I gifted out a little while ago.

As much as I love my old SC60w, it's pretty long in the tooth... It's currently riding under the handlebar of my Soma Double Cross that's my primary/commute bike, but the 600 will replace it; from 240 lumens max output to 1020 max output!  :D  Woo-hoo! :D  Combined with H600w I have on my helmet, I'll be putting out 2,000+ lumens on max!  THAT will get me some respect on the road!   :whistle:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on July 03, 2014, 10:22:16 PM
Was just at Zebralight's website and saw they FINALLY have the SC600w Mk II back in stock, so I ordered one while I could!  Also picked up an H52Fw to replace the H51w I gifted out a little while ago.

As much as I love my old SC60w, it's pretty long in the tooth... It's currently riding under the handlebar of my Soma Double Cross that's my primary/commute bike, but the 600 will replace it; from 240 lumens max output to 1020 max output!  :D  Woo-hoo! :D  Combined with H600w I have on my helmet, I'll be putting out 2,000+ lumens on max!  THAT will get me some respect on the road!   :whistle:


Very cool. Glad your getting the SC600w Mk II. Nice to see you drop in.  :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on July 04, 2014, 12:06:01 AM
Thanks, Cap! Nice to be back... It's been a slow day at work today, what with the holiday tomorrow... getting some work done, but not a whole lot. Gonna have to make up for it over the weekend though.  :whistle:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on July 04, 2014, 12:38:27 AM
Thanks, Cap! Nice to be back... It's been a slow day at work today, what with the holiday tomorrow... getting some work done, but not a whole lot. Gonna have to make up for it over the weekend though.  :whistle:


Work on 4th of July weekend! blasphemy!  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on July 04, 2014, 04:20:05 PM
My latest are:

TN35vn (Thrunite, Vinh-modded)
D40avn PDTn (x2) (Sunwayman, Vinh-modded)
C20Cvn PDTn Fiat Lux (Sunwayman, Vinh-modded)

That C20Cvn is pretty amazing.  1300 lumens from an 18650 light that's smaller than a Zebralight SC600 MkII.  I'm not fond of the UI, but it sure is bright and compact, and throws well.

The TN35vn?  It's um.... WOW. 3500 LED lumens, 3x18650 and Cree MT-G2 emitter.

Wow, that's quite a haul. :o

Your wallet must hate you. >:D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on July 04, 2014, 05:14:49 PM
Got 2 of these on the way.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on July 04, 2014, 05:16:40 PM
Got 2 of these on the way.
That's so thoughtful, you got one for me too  :pok: :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on July 04, 2014, 06:57:53 PM
Got 2 of these on the way.
That's so thoughtful, you got one for me too  :pok: :D

  If one of them is yours, and the other one is mine... Then where is his?

  Millhouse, I think you forgot to buy your own E05SS!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on July 04, 2014, 06:59:25 PM
Got 2 of these on the way.
That's so thoughtful, you got one for me too  :pok: :D

  If one of them is yours, and the other one is mine... Then where is his?

  Millhouse, I think you forgot to buy your own E05SS!
:rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on July 04, 2014, 08:30:40 PM
 :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on July 05, 2014, 02:21:39 AM
Got 2 of these on the way.

I hadn't realised that was a multi-level light.  Nice. 8)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on July 05, 2014, 02:43:07 AM
Since the ITP A3 SS was discontinued, I've been looking for a replacement just in case anything ever happened my ITP.

This looks like it may be suitable.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: av8r1 on July 05, 2014, 07:32:56 PM
The Fedex guy just dropped off my Fenix E12.  Overall I'm happy with it.  I like the finish, I like the sharp knurling, and I like the beam pattern.  I only have two complaints:  I don't like the guards around the button, I don't like a "recessed" button, and there's no pocket clip.

We'll see how it goes.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on July 05, 2014, 07:43:33 PM
Got 2 of these on the way.

I hadn't realised that was a multi-level light.  Nice. 8)
Me, neither. I just assumed it was single mode like the regular one. I may have to get one now. :doh:

What's the UI, HML? How are the threads, easy one hand operation?

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on July 05, 2014, 08:32:10 PM
The UI is L-M-H.

NO idea about the threads. Hoping it will be similiar to my ITP A3 SS.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on July 05, 2014, 08:36:55 PM
The UI is L-M-H.

NO idea about the threads. Hoping it will be similiar to my ITP A3 SS.

Yeah, that's my favorite AAA also. Let us know when you get it. :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on July 06, 2014, 09:56:06 AM
The UI is L-M-H.

NO idea about the threads. Hoping it will be similiar to my ITP A3 SS.

I suspect I must be in the odd minority that actually likes my old L0D's M-L-H sequence. :shrug:  I get why people like the L-M-H sequence, but does every single light have to use it? :-\  Still, my odd preferences aside; that does look like a good light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on July 07, 2014, 05:28:33 PM
My latest are:

TN35vn (Thrunite, Vinh-modded)
D40avn PDTn (x2) (Sunwayman, Vinh-modded)
C20Cvn PDTn Fiat Lux (Sunwayman, Vinh-modded)

That C20Cvn is pretty amazing.  1300 lumens from an 18650 light that's smaller than a Zebralight SC600 MkII.  I'm not fond of the UI, but it sure is bright and compact, and throws well.

The TN35vn?  It's um.... WOW. 3500 LED lumens, 3x18650 and Cree MT-G2 emitter.

Wow, that's quite a haul. :o

Your wallet must hate you. >:D

It's not as bad as you might think...  I bought the C20Cvn and the (2x) D40Avn at sale prices, and bought the TN35vn used, at about 60% of the cost of a new one.

The TN35vn is quite impressive, but I've decided that 3X18650 lights are a bit too big to really be practical for me.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on July 10, 2014, 11:49:34 AM
My 2 E05 SS are here.

First impressions are good. The light is solid, the threads are very smooth - quite easy to operate with one hand.

Unlike the plain E05, this version has 3 modes. The UI is low, medium, high (8,25,85 lumens). Mode change is achieved by rapidly turning the light off/on. High mode lasts for 3 minutes before stepping down to medium.

Also on this version, the lens is clear and there is no hole (see second picture. Note, both pics are off the net and are not mine).

I got these for keychain carry, to potentially replace the ITP A3 SS currently carried. Not sure whether I will yet. Like Gareth, I would much prefer the UI to be M-L-H.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on July 10, 2014, 12:23:34 PM
Good looking lights I think.  Are they the same size as the original E05?  I do question how I'd get on with the L-M-H and the 3 minute step down though. :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on July 10, 2014, 12:33:21 PM
I don't have an original E05 to compare against.

Up against my ITP A3 SS, the E05 is virtually the same length, its diameter is slighter bigger.

I can live with the 3 minute stepdown for a keychain light. My ITP A3 is mostly run on medium, with short bursts of high.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on July 10, 2014, 12:44:51 PM
I don't have an original E05 to compare against.

Up against my ITP A3 SS, the E05 is virtually the same length, its diameter is slighter bigger.

I can live with the 3 minute stepdown for a keychain light. My ITP A3 is mostly run on medium, with short bursts of high.

Ironically I don't have a ITP A3 to compare my original E05 against. :facepalm: 

Looking up the numbers it appears the E05 has gown a couple of MM compared to the old one 66.5mm vs 64.5mm.  Nothing much to fret over IMO.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on July 10, 2014, 03:33:26 PM
Yeah, the multi-mode module requires a few more millimeters. The original ITP A3, the single mode one was shorter than the 3 mode later ones too.

I'm not too thrilled about the step down feature though. :-\
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on July 10, 2014, 03:35:58 PM
My latest flashlight is the BLF special edition SA-22, here next to the 47s Quark AA^2 Tactical. I'll do a write up soon I hope.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/SA-22/P7090248.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on July 10, 2014, 04:16:35 PM
I did like the look of that SA-22.  How would one go about getting the BLF version?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on July 10, 2014, 05:38:07 PM
I did like the look of that SA-22.  How would one go about getting the BLF version?

http://www.cnqualitygoods.com/goods.php?id=1980

Ric is still having problems with shipping on his shop page so best contact him directly via email. He's very good to deal with and ships fast and with tracking. I got mine in a little over two weeks. PM me if you can't find the address.

As dks already did an excellent write up on it HERE (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,35523.msg896699.html#msg896699), I won't have a lot more to say about it but I'll ad some pics to help you decide. >:D


The slachlight comes in a simple but good box with some information on it, but the specs are for the original one, not the BLF version of it, this one's UI is LowLow, Low, Mid and High with memory function (I know you like that ;) ) and no flashy modes. :tu:


The LowLow is great for extended run time, by means of eyeballing it, i'd say in the 3 lumens range, maybe lower. The high is blinding. :ahhh


Great mode spacing with (0.2%, 2%, 25%, 100% of the full output and I don't notice the PWM at all.


(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/SA-22/P7090235.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/SA-22/P7090236.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/SA-22/P7090239.jpg)

The provided sheath is of opened end design and good quality, can be carried on the belt or on a carabiner on the D ring.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/SA-22/P7090241.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/SA-22/P7090243.jpg)

It's a smooth reflector but provides enough of spill if you should need it. XM-L2 T6 NW emitter.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/SA-22/P7090244.jpg)

I read on BLF some people complained about the clicky switch operation but mine functions flawlessly. You can change modes either by a soft tap of the switch or fast turning the flashlight off and on again completely. It will remember the last mode it was left in if turned off for longer than a few seconds. It's a reverse clicky.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/SA-22/P7090247.jpg)

Here it is compared to a better known 2xAA flashlight, the 47s AA^2 Tactical. As far as output goes , it blows it right out of the water, but we'll see how the durability will be with extended use. As you can see, the 47s has seen some use and is still kicking strong.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/SA-22/P7090248.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/SA-22/P7090249.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/SA-22/P7090258.jpg)

It has reverse polarity protection if you should put the batteries the wrong side in, and grooves so you can put the head on it only correctly, no chance of error.

The head is aluminium, but the body is plastic, don't see this as a problem and it helps with weight too.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/SA-22/P7090252.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/SA-22/P7090260.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/SA-22/P7090254.jpg)

Comes with simple accessories, a spare O-ring (don't remember ever needing one till now) and lanyard.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/SA-22/P7090257.jpg)


I tested it last night and love it so far, great flashlight for $23, worth it in my opinion. :hatsoff: I can't provide any decent beam pictures as my camera plays smart and adapts to the stronger light so you can't see any changes. :-\ If I find a way around it, I'll update.

Decided yet. :pok:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on July 10, 2014, 05:51:07 PM
I also got some 10180 batteries and claw clips for my Veleno Designs Quantum D2 from him.

Even marked Veleno Designs. The one I got with the flashlight was generic packaging (blue one)

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/SA-22/P7090232.jpg)

When they arrived, I popped one in the charger and it charged fine. Put one in the D2 and nothing. :think: Tried another one, still nothing. :shrug: But they charged fine. :-\

And then it hit me. :facepalm:

Wrapping. :D The Quantum D2 needs the whole bottom to be free and these had protective wrapping on the bottom. ;)

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/SA-22/P7090233.jpg)

Quick trim with a Classic blade and everything works flawlessly. :hatsoff:

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/SA-22/P7090234.jpg)


Got a 5-pack of small claw clips.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Keychain/P7090229.jpg)

Attached to the keychain with the new clips. Never liked the triangle one that came with the flashlight. This one fits like a glove

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Keychain/P7090230.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on July 15, 2014, 09:26:53 PM
Laser, UV light and LED torch... $1.50 from Tinydeal with 3 batteries in it that cost more than 1.50   :D   :D

Possibly the most fun light I have!!

The laser is impressive (looong reach) and the LED bright. The UV works fine on money.

Buy one!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Grathr on July 15, 2014, 10:25:31 PM
Just found this deal at a local hardware store for $30. :)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/16/a7u7ymyb.jpg)


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on July 16, 2014, 03:45:54 AM
My 2 E05 SS are here.

First impressions are good. The light is solid, the threads are very smooth - quite easy to operate with one hand.

Unlike the plain E05, this version has 3 modes. The UI is low, medium, high (8,25,85 lumens). Mode change is achieved by rapidly turning the light off/on. High mode lasts for 3 minutes before stepping down to medium.

Also on this version, the lens is clear and there is no hole (see second picture. Note, both pics are off the net and are not mine).

I got these for keychain carry, to potentially replace the ITP A3 SS currently carried. Not sure whether I will yet. Like Gareth, I would much prefer the UI to be M-L-H.

I was wondering, does this light use a spring for the negative contact, or one of those propeller looking washer things like the preon revo?

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NAB on August 22, 2014, 08:51:58 PM
Went to see family in St Louis came back with a Nitecore MT2A for myself and a Nitecore MT1A for the wife.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: powernoodle on August 23, 2014, 12:03:03 AM
My first love, before hoarding guns, knives and MTs, was flashlights.  My latest light acquisition is the Fenix E05 (2014 edition).  I bought both the stainless and aluminum flavors.  These suckers are great.  They crank 85 lumens for an hour, or 8 lumens for 14 hours.  On high, it will reach out a good distance for finding the cat in the backyard or whatever.  I have carried lights for years, but this is the first time I have carried only an AAA light, because this is the first time that one will crank enough lumens (IMO) to be really useful as a general purpose light.  The stainless looks sweet, but I prefer the aluminum for its super light weight in the pocket.  Though I like to carry lots of toys, all I really need is this light AAA light and a small SAK or MT.

(http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag137/toddh6/SOG_zps892b44d6.jpg)

(http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag137/toddh6/manager2_zpsdcee732c.jpg)

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on August 23, 2014, 01:51:55 AM
Look like nice little lights.

That's us mobile.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on August 24, 2014, 11:26:14 PM
Got a new Mag-lite.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/25/a7esedub.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/25/gunu3uze.jpg)

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on August 24, 2014, 11:34:13 PM
Nice one Ducktapetech! Now you need to get one of those strike defensive bezel/crowns! JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on August 26, 2014, 09:10:09 AM
Still have a soft spot for my Mini-Maglite. :dd:  Best add-on has to be a tail switch IMO.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on August 26, 2014, 12:54:04 PM
Got a tail switch coming in. I gotta say this mini mag-lite is bright as smurf. Package says 274 lumens. I would say that is about right. 
Mag-lite has really stepped up there game big time. There Mag-tac line is great and what there doing with the mini mags is awesome! And the best part is, they don't cost an arm and a leg.
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Lichtbote on August 26, 2014, 01:02:09 PM
So you´re saying they are again worth to have a look at them?

I only have a old Solitaire and a old mini - and compared to even the cheapest China flashlight they only look as bright as tealight-candles.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on August 26, 2014, 01:16:26 PM
Oh hell yes there worth a look. They are still built like tanks and now there LED. The Mag-tac I had was 320 Lumens and shot a beam for forever. Mag lite may not have all the fancy 22 different setting on them, but for a good basic light/torch, they are worth the money.
A mini mag that is throwing 274 lumens for $25 over the counter with tax added, that pretty damn good in my book.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Lichtbote on August 26, 2014, 01:36:46 PM
Thanks.

I will have a look for them - and check their prices. I hope they don´t have the usual "several times the price in US"-markup.  :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on August 26, 2014, 05:09:24 PM
I hope they are not marked up. They are worth a look. Mag-lite is becoming the company they used to be and more.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Lichtbote on August 26, 2014, 06:54:18 PM
Had a quick search - what i found was starting around 40-50€, so it starts here at 53-66$.

I assume that could be called a serious mark up for the same stuff.  :rant:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on August 27, 2014, 01:40:29 AM
I would say so. Sucks that it gets marked up that high.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dr Gonzo on September 03, 2014, 04:00:01 PM
Just received a ThruNite Tis single mode 60 lumen...the colour is described as red but its pink, I'm not really bothered about the colour seeing as it was only £5.95 :tu:

(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51p9Q1v-2iL.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on September 03, 2014, 04:20:56 PM
Its sure is pink.  I got a few for give aways to my kids and friends.  Its a nice simple light and at 60lm more than enough.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dr Gonzo on September 03, 2014, 04:32:20 PM
It's going on my keys so I imagine some of the colour will get rubbed off ;)
I like the idea of a single mode back up light...the price is great as well, we usually get ripped off on prices for tools in the UK :rant:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on September 04, 2014, 11:22:35 AM
ThruNite do seem to be one of the best priced brands to be had in the UK. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Jetbo on September 06, 2014, 05:08:05 PM
Normally, I don't buy flashlights very often because I been happy with my Photon II Pro on my keychain and a Fenix E01 for work.  Then I made a mistake and looked at this thread  :facepalm: This is what I talked myself into needing. I very sweet Fenix E05SS.

(http://i1088.photobucket.com/albums/i330/Jetbo111/EDC%20Tools/IMG_0802_zpsbf41a0fc.jpg)
(http://i1088.photobucket.com/albums/i330/Jetbo111/EDC%20Tools/IMG_0804_zps99c3fd84.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on September 06, 2014, 05:11:23 PM
I've been talking myself out of needing that one for a few weeks now. You're not helping. :twak:

:D

Hope you like it. :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on September 06, 2014, 05:49:04 PM
I do like the look of  the new E05 as well, but I actually don't think I need it. :D 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on September 06, 2014, 08:14:10 PM
Can you please confirm if this new E05ss has clear lens or again that... weird fuzzy thing with a hole in it? :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on September 06, 2014, 09:12:25 PM
It has a clear lens, no hole.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Jetbo on September 06, 2014, 10:26:58 PM
Here's a couple more pics.....

(http://i1088.photobucket.com/albums/i330/Jetbo111/EDC%20Tools/IMG_0805_zps2eac066f.jpg)
(http://i1088.photobucket.com/albums/i330/Jetbo111/EDC%20Tools/IMG_0807_zps97490295.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on September 08, 2014, 03:07:05 PM
That's a nice looking little lite.

Nate

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on September 11, 2014, 07:00:20 AM
Sure is.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Lichtbote on September 11, 2014, 10:21:51 AM
Absolutely.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Lichtbote on September 11, 2014, 10:31:05 AM
And so is it´s black version.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on September 11, 2014, 06:08:13 PM
I have also been talking myself out of that SS Fenix.  Glad to see it doesn't have that interesting lens, hmm maybe ............  No, I don't really.............  It's so shiny!!!!!



I'm going to work now so I don't order one...  :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gwac110 on September 15, 2014, 09:17:29 PM
I got the EO5ss when it came out, great little light.
Also got it's Titanium brother on pre-order the E99Ti.
My latest light is the L3 Illumination L10, 4 mode, Nichia 219a very nice for the price and compact for an AA.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on September 15, 2014, 10:27:06 PM
I got the EO5ss when it came out, great little light.
Also got it's Titanium brother on pre-order the E99Ti.
My latest light is the L3 Illumination L10, 4 mode, Nichia 219a very nice for the price and compact for an AA.

Regular L10 or L10C?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gwac110 on September 15, 2014, 11:38:49 PM
Regular L10, prefer the shorter length!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on September 19, 2014, 12:03:33 AM
I was puttsing around and stumbled on this pic and thought wow now that's freaking cool, of course no info on it, but I thought you's might get a kick out of it. JR
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/9ba9269feb1fa2d7af0a81b872d08559_zpscf6b657e.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on September 19, 2014, 12:39:34 AM
I was puttsing around and stumbled on this pic and thought wow now that's freaking cool, of course no info on it, but I thought you's might get a kick out of it. JR
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/9ba9269feb1fa2d7af0a81b872d08559_zpscf6b657e.jpg)


Interesting. I would probably go to jail if pulled over with that in the car, but still interesting. I always wanted the baton handle.

(https://www.niton999.co.uk/account.images.shop.imported/NT61006-ALT-02.jpg)
https://www.niton999.co.uk/account.images.shop.imported/NT61006-ALT-02.jpg
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on September 19, 2014, 12:58:55 AM
Yeah I saw that too, I'll tell you what was also good, back at my one house I screwed in a Screw-In Tool Hook(kinda like a U) it fit a maglite(4d) perfectly! But I screwed it right into the front doors doorjamb, so no mater what it was right there if I needed a light to see something or if we had unwanted company, and I'll tell you what, we had many unwanted furry ones! JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on September 19, 2014, 01:56:05 AM
Yeah I saw that too, I'll tell you what was also good, back at my one house I screwed in a Screw-In Tool Hook(kinda like a U) it fit a maglite(4d) perfectly! But I screwed it right into the front doors doorjamb, so no mater what it was right there if I needed a light to see something or if we had unwanted company, and I'll tell you what, we had many unwanted furry ones! JR


I was thinking about getting those maglite mounts and mounting it into my car somewhere, but do not really wan't to drill holes into my car at the moment. If I ever get a truck I will probably do it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on September 19, 2014, 04:42:25 AM
Yeah I saw that too, I'll tell you what was also good, back at my one house I screwed in a Screw-In Tool Hook(kinda like a U) it fit a maglite(4d) perfectly! But I screwed it right into the front doors doorjamb, so no mater what it was right there if I needed a light to see something or if we had unwanted company, and I'll tell you what, we had many unwanted furry ones! JR


I was thinking about getting those maglite mounts and mounting it into my car somewhere, but do not really wan't to drill holes into my car at the moment. If I ever get a truck I will probably do it.
That's why they make double face tape! lol,, my car/van flashlights always stayed under the seat, always within arms reach! Just sucked when you slammed on the breaks and it flew forward hitting you right in the ankle! But besides that one there was the other in the tub in the trunk or back along with all the tools, fluids, or extras, I don't remember what brand, but it was yellow with black rubber, also had a flat bottom and a 45deg slant that was nice if you ever had to sit it down and had to work on anything. JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on September 19, 2014, 05:23:54 AM
Yeah I saw that too, I'll tell you what was also good, back at my one house I screwed in a Screw-In Tool Hook(kinda like a U) it fit a maglite(4d) perfectly! But I screwed it right into the front doors doorjamb, so no mater what it was right there if I needed a light to see something or if we had unwanted company, and I'll tell you what, we had many unwanted furry ones! JR


I was thinking about getting those maglite mounts and mounting it into my car somewhere, but do not really wan't to drill holes into my car at the moment. If I ever get a truck I will probably do it.
That's why they make double face tape! lol,, my car/van flashlights always stayed under the seat, always within arms reach! Just sucked when you slammed on the breaks and it flew forward hitting you right in the ankle! But besides that one there was the other in the tub in the trunk or back along with all the tools, fluids, or extras, I don't remember what brand, but it was yellow with black rubber, also had a flat bottom and a 45deg slant that was nice if you ever had to sit it down and had to work on anything. JR


Tape will not work. I tried using heavy duty double sided tape in my last car to hold a stereo controller and it gets so hot here that it melts the adhesive and slides down. That was with a very, very light controller. With a D cell maglite their is no chance it would stay up. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on September 23, 2014, 10:22:33 PM
laser, more details to come later
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on September 25, 2014, 04:16:26 PM
Just ordered one Lumintop Tool AAA ... should be here tomorrow. Well. I hadn't bought a flashlight since May this year, it was time for one, wasn't it? :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on September 25, 2014, 04:47:09 PM
Just ordered one Lumintop Tool AAA ... should be here tomorrow. Well. I hadn't bought a flashlight since May this year, it was time for one, wasn't it? :think:
I don't think you can go wrong with that one!! I may grab one as well, just looking for the right one.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on September 25, 2014, 04:53:44 PM
Just ordered one Lumintop Tool AAA ... should be here tomorrow. Well. I hadn't bought a flashlight since May this year, it was time for one, wasn't it? :think:
I don't think you can go wrong with that one!! I may grab one as well, just looking for the right one.


They also offered me some new ones with a magnet. But then you lose the clicky switch. So... I went with the "old" models :D

It really caught me in a bad budget moment, lool. But I missed those lights once already - they were all sold out- so I didnt want to repeat the mistake. Tell me I did the right thing  :twak:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on September 25, 2014, 04:54:49 PM
You did the right thing. :tu:

:D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: derekmac on September 25, 2014, 04:54:55 PM
Just ordered one Lumintop Tool AAA ... should be here tomorrow. Well. I hadn't bought a flashlight since May this year, it was time for one, wasn't it? :think:
I don't think you can go wrong with that one!! I may grab one as well, just looking for the right one.


They also offered me some new ones with a magnet. But then you lose the clicky switch. So... I went with the "old" models :D

It really caught me in a bad budget moment, lool. But I missed those lights once already - they were all sold out- so I didnt want to repeat the mistake. Tell me I did the right thing  :twak:
You did the right thing!!  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on September 25, 2014, 05:02:50 PM
 :rofl: Thanks :salute:

Yeah, I was left without a single 1 x AAA, which was a crime against my soul. Then... I also need one 1xAAA with a clip ... and if it's a clicky, it sounds awesome.

I'm not very sure I'll like its modes, but... oh well. I've been using mostly the low mode on my Preon 2 and it was too bright at night. So the 1.5lumens of the Lumintop should be okay.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Toolslinger on September 25, 2014, 07:28:14 PM
Latest is my LED Lenser P2. Stumbled on it in a local hardware store at a good price and hesitated a just long enough to double-take before grabbing one off the shelf.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on September 25, 2014, 11:26:08 PM
:rofl: Thanks :salute:

Yeah, I was left without a single 1 x AAA, which was a crime against my soul. Then... I also need one 1xAAA with a clip ... and if it's a clicky, it sounds awesome.

I'm not very sure I'll like its modes, but... oh well. I've been using mostly the low mode on my Preon 2 and it was too bright at night. So the 1.5lumens of the Lumintop should be okay.

You did the right thing!! And I must point out that newer version (sadly for me) got 3 modes and low is not 1,5lm anymore. Is much higher.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on September 26, 2014, 07:48:51 AM
What do the specs say? What are the modes on the newer version? I don't know which one I'll get actually  :facepalm: Well, given the time difference, I'll figure it out before you reply, though :D :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on September 26, 2014, 11:23:22 AM
Ok, I just got my Lumi :D

It's a three-mode light, yeah. Sigh. It's a good thing, I like three mode lights. BUT... why the F doesn't it come on low first. And there's no way for me to determine what the lumens are. The med is brightish, the low is... also brightish, should be more than the advertised 1.5 lumens.

I'm in love, though :D It's more compact than I expected and feels a lot sturdier than I expected. Basically it resembles my favourite Fenixes and has a clicky! :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on September 26, 2014, 11:51:29 AM
Nice one. :tu:  Can I ask what the mode sequence is?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on September 26, 2014, 12:00:18 PM
Sure, I opened a new thread somwhere around with a couple of pics :D http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,54806.msg954421.html#msg954421


The mode sequence is med-low-high :/
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on September 26, 2014, 12:06:07 PM
Sure, I opened a new thread somwhere around with a couple of pics :D http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,54806.msg954421.html#msg954421 (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,54806.msg954421.html#msg954421)


The mode sequence is med-low-high :/
Uh. Kind strange. I like them when they start on the highest and work there way down.

Nate

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on September 26, 2014, 12:08:55 PM
Yeah, I was left without a single 1 x AAA, which was a crime against my soul.

What happened to your lights?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on September 26, 2014, 12:10:13 PM
And I like it starting on low or med in most cases, but here I hoped for low... My Preon 2's low is highish for the middle of the night. And now the two lows seem.. the same. So perhaps they increased the low on the Lumi.

As for the high... the Lumi high doesn't look a lot lower than the high of the Preon 2 (192 lumens) and the high of the LD12 (125 lumens with a .. stronger hotspot), so maybe the Lumintop's about/over 100 lumens on high, too .. which is good.


@zoidberg,

LOL, nothing. I sold them :D Or gave them away. lol :faceplm:. I get tired of things.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on September 26, 2014, 12:11:36 PM
Nothing new in, but I have just ressurected my Lumapower D Mini VX, so it's newly returned to circulation.

I had the extender tube on it with one of the "bite your legs off" 18650's in it, but it didn't get much use. I've bottled out of risking charging the 18650 and blowing up the neighbourhood, so I've put the original tube back on and dropped in a CR123. It still might not get much use, being a bit on the bulky side for a 240lm single cell light, but it will get more use like that than with the other cells.

Apparantly it'll go up to 550lm with the 18650, but then you'll be chargrilled during the charging stage. Also it seems trying to run it with a RCR123 will risk it vomitting flames on you while in use. Sounds like it was built/designed for flashaholics not numpties like me, so prob safer for me to put it back in "safe" mode.

I think Mr Whippy used to have one as his primary torch, but can't remember how he ran it  :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on September 26, 2014, 12:16:12 PM
And I like it starting on low or med in most cases, but here I hoped for low... My Preon 2's low is highish for the middle of the night. And now the two lows seem.. the same. So perhaps they increased the low on the Lumi.

As for the high... the Lumi high doesn't look a lot lower than the high of the Preon 2 (192 lumens) and the high of the LD12 (125 lumens with a .. stronger hotspot), so maybe the Lumintop's about/over 100 lumens on high, too .. which is good.


@zoidberg,

LOL, nothing. I sold them :D Or gave them away. lol :faceplm:. I get tired of things.

Umm okay, when you're over the Preon you know where to find me.  ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on September 26, 2014, 12:19:41 PM
Lool, I won't be over the Preon, it seems, since I've been using it daily for 5 months already. ANd the thing started flickering and being annoying, turning on or off on its own, so ... gr.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on September 26, 2014, 12:25:38 PM
 :twak:  :drink:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on October 20, 2014, 06:11:54 PM
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_9282.jpg)

Cofly

More in the usual review section
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on October 23, 2014, 09:12:15 PM
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on October 23, 2014, 09:27:48 PM
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I love those' there like the perfect size, good grip, good light, but most important, CHEAP! JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on October 25, 2014, 09:08:10 PM
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I love those' there like the perfect size, good grip, good light, but most important, CHEAP! JR

A comparison here:
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,35523.msg969333.html#msg969333
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Energie on November 01, 2014, 03:30:05 PM
Nitecore Tube:
45 / 1 lumen 
1h / 48 h
Li-ion battery, USB rechargeable

(http://www.herbert-schmitz.net/Multitool/Tube1.jpg)

(http://www.herbert-schmitz.net/Multitool/Tube2.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on November 01, 2014, 10:04:28 PM
Nitecore Tube:
45 / 1 lumen 
1h / 48 h
Li-ion battery, USB rechargeable

(http://www.herbert-schmitz.net/Multitool/Tube1.jpg)

(http://www.herbert-schmitz.net/Multitool/Tube2.jpg)

How do you like it? I was told the tint is bit too cold.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on November 03, 2014, 10:09:26 AM
Really enjoying my new Thrunite Ti3, I got hold of the Neutral White version.  I'm not massively tint fussy, but if I have a choice I'd always grab something in Neutral, the warmer tones are just nicer to look at. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on November 04, 2014, 03:53:22 PM
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Outback in Idaho on November 05, 2014, 05:32:26 AM
  LED Lenser H7R.2  :mail:

  Oddly enough, Leatherman nor LED Lenser USA have extra lithium ion battery packs for purchase. :think: They did say NiMH can be used - but recharged out of the headlamp's recharging system, or use standard alkaline batteries.

  SunTactics (http://www.suntactics.com/product-category/solar-chargers-2/) did say their s-Chargers can recharge LED Lenser flashlights that have USB charging ports. Their solar panels are claimed to charge as fast as standard electrical outlets. It's an option to go solar, and a 5 year warranty too.

Quote from: SunTactics
Yes, not only do they charge smartphones but also the LED Lenser USA flashlights that charge via USB. Our panels will charge any 5-volt device that could charge from a computer's USB port.


  So far have used it to locate objects in the house, going out for a night time stroll, swapping out door locks at midnight, changing a toilet seal (yukk, troll snot is the worst), and outside measuring the porch. Will be using it in the storage unit later in the week.

  Would be a great light when bicycling/triking too.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on November 09, 2014, 05:11:02 PM
Laser pointer/disco light/pen
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AdmSlc on November 12, 2014, 12:20:20 AM
I just picked up a new flashlight. I got the Fenix E05, and so far so good. It has 3 brightness levels and maxes out at 85 lumens. Not bad for a AAA battery.


-AdmSlc
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AdmSlc on November 12, 2014, 12:21:12 AM
More pics


-AdmSlc
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: edap617 on November 24, 2014, 08:37:28 AM
This sweet 5 modes XML-T6 budget light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on November 28, 2014, 07:09:26 PM
Fenix LD09 :twak: thanks to some pics by hiraethus (I think)  ;)

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=134948;image)

Yes, it can tailstand (more like balance on the switch).
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on November 30, 2014, 12:40:01 AM
I finally got the Thrunite T10.  I dont know why I waited so long but I'm glad its here now.  I got it in NW tint to see what others have been talking about.  This is my first led in a warmer tint and it's pretty nice.  I am happy with the light so far and have been using it since it's been getting dark sooner. 

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jcs0001 on November 30, 2014, 04:11:50 AM
The latest two are:

Armytek tiara a1 pro - it's a right angle headlamp but I use it as a light around the house mainly.  It has two really low modes that are quite handy at night when I don't wish to ruin night vision or worse still wake up my wife.  I've had it about 6 months or so and dropped it on hard surfaces several times by accident without any problems.  Haven't yet given it a good bath but the way things are going I expect that will happen sometime soon.  For a single aa or 14500 battery light it is excellent.

I had a very nice solar force p60 host (L2) and an extra tailcap.  However my daughter needed a decent light for work so I gave her the host along with a couple of P60 dropins.  The result was that I had a lonely tailcap and a couple of spare dropins just waiting for mating parts.  Just received the body, lanyard ring and head in the mail this week.  I've put a mild p60 dropin in it for now but plan to make a hot rod sometime soon.  It won't outperform a C8 or bigger lights but it's a very nice size and the quality is excellent.

John.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 30, 2014, 05:54:17 AM
Those two are nice! JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on November 30, 2014, 07:04:24 AM
I finally got the Thrunite T10.  I dont know why I waited so long but I'm glad its here now.  I got it in NW tint to see what others have been talking about.  This is my first led in a warmer tint and it's pretty nice.  I am happy with the light so far and have been using it since it's been getting dark sooner.

Looking good bro.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on November 30, 2014, 07:07:58 AM
I finally got the Thrunite T10.  I dont know why I waited so long but I'm glad its here now.  I got it in NW tint to see what others have been talking about.  This is my first led in a warmer tint and it's pretty nice.  I am happy with the light so far and have been using it since it's been getting dark sooner.

Looking good bro.  :tu:

I'm getting another in CW I like it so much. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on November 30, 2014, 07:11:08 AM
I finally got the Thrunite T10.  I dont know why I waited so long but I'm glad its here now.  I got it in NW tint to see what others have been talking about.  This is my first led in a warmer tint and it's pretty nice.  I am happy with the light so far and have been using it since it's been getting dark sooner.

Looking good bro.  :tu:

I'm getting another in CW I like it so much.

Arghh rub it in why don't you.  :P
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on November 30, 2014, 07:15:23 AM
I finally got the Thrunite T10.  I dont know why I waited so long but I'm glad its here now.  I got it in NW tint to see what others have been talking about.  This is my first led in a warmer tint and it's pretty nice.  I am happy with the light so far and have been using it since it's been getting dark sooner.

Looking good bro.  :tu:

I'm getting another in CW I like it so much.

Arghh rub it in why don't you.  :P

 :-[  They aren't a bad price at $25 also the T20 is same price but the cr123 isn't my favorite battery.   
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on November 30, 2014, 07:21:59 AM
I finally got the Thrunite T10.  I dont know why I waited so long but I'm glad its here now.  I got it in NW tint to see what others have been talking about.  This is my first led in a warmer tint and it's pretty nice.  I am happy with the light so far and have been using it since it's been getting dark sooner.

Looking good bro.  :tu:

I'm getting another in CW I like it so much.

Arghh rub it in why don't you.  :P

 :-[  They aren't a bad price at $25 also the T20 is same price but the cr123 isn't my favorite battery.   

It's on my shortlist of flashlight wants, maybe another month or so and I'll pick one to buy.  :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 04, 2014, 09:18:47 PM
Olight O'pen
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 04, 2014, 09:21:15 PM
Cute, all aluminum?
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 04, 2014, 09:23:25 PM
Aluminium, available in 4 colours, now discontinued.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Iagent on December 05, 2014, 02:48:56 AM
Streamlight Stylus in Blue.  Im very happy with it so far 


Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on December 05, 2014, 03:17:26 AM
Finally ordered a Tool.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 05, 2014, 03:17:59 AM
Streamlight Stylus in Blue.  Im very happy with it so far 



That's nice! JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on December 05, 2014, 03:18:47 AM
Finally ordered a Tool.

What tool?  :pok:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on December 05, 2014, 03:32:43 AM
Finally ordered a Tool.

What tool?  :pok:
The flashlight named Tool.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on December 05, 2014, 03:45:16 AM
Finally ordered a Tool.

What tool?  :pok:
The flashlight named Tool.

Any chance of a link please? My brain has been replaced by spam.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on December 05, 2014, 03:46:44 AM
Aluminium, available in 4 colours, now discontinued.

Is it from the GB? I was tempted but it seems like there were some problems, and I didn't wanted to take the risk.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on December 05, 2014, 03:48:13 AM
Finally ordered a Tool.

What tool?  :pok:
The flashlight named Tool.

Any chance of a link please? My brain has been replaced by spam.



I hope os OK to put these link here, if not please proceede as needed.

http://www.lumintop.com/Products_14.html

http://www.[url=http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,55947.0.html]SPAMCORP.com/Lumintop-Tool-AAA-XPG-R5-80-Lumens-Keychain-EDC-Flashlight-p-929235.html[/url]
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on December 05, 2014, 03:50:30 AM
Thanks.  :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on December 14, 2014, 01:26:39 PM
I think I'm gonna .. retire my Preon 2... I looooved the thing, but it's clicky switch is so annoying and unreliable that it drives me crazy. For the past few days it's been turning on and off on its own will. It doesn't change the modes when I want it to, anyway, it's a mess. I love the freaking thing, but I can't waste like 10 minutes every time I turn it on to get it into an actual working mode... I will, however, use its head with the body of my Lumintop Tool, I guess, as I like the mode sequence. So itll be like a 1 x AAA clicky... it'll start on low, it'll have medium and... whatever high it manages... and a few hideen modes.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on December 14, 2014, 01:28:09 PM
WHOA, WAIT! The problem seems to be IN the head, too now!! I used it the way I mentioned above before and the Lumintop worked this way. Now it won't turn on with the head of the Preon. Seems like it's not just the Preon's switch, but head gone wrong, too... yeah. Head gone wrong. Looney light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on December 14, 2014, 02:40:01 PM
And that is why I never even considered buying anything in the Preon line!!! My condolences.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on December 14, 2014, 03:15:54 PM
And you're absolutely right not to. It's entirely my "fault" and risk, I knew it. I'd seen so many videos and bad reviews on the Preon, but I just couldn't resist its looks and 200 lumens. Well. I at least had really lots of fun with it. For about 7 months and a half. Sigh.

Long Live Fenix.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on December 14, 2014, 03:46:26 PM
I never did like the looks of those Proens. What you need is a respectable light, one that takes CR123 batteries for starters  :pok: :pok: :P
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on December 14, 2014, 04:06:24 PM
Hehe, no way :D

And the Preons look awesome :D :P
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 14, 2014, 04:08:02 PM
I keep telling people to get a Tank007 E09.... they never listen  :facepalm:

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on December 14, 2014, 04:27:40 PM
Bad people  :twak:


:D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 14, 2014, 04:37:42 PM
(http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/liberapedia/images/5/5d/Spanking.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20120708005703)

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on December 14, 2014, 04:46:40 PM
 :rofl:


I'll be back to using my tiny little Fenix E01 for a while... well, together with the Lumintop.

It was such a great time when I bought my first every quality light - the E01 - had IT only, didn't wonder what to use & carry every day, used and abused it and it neeeeeever failed me.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on December 14, 2014, 09:29:56 PM
I never did like the looks of those Proens. What you need is a respectable light, one that takes CR123 batteries for starters  :pok: :pok: :P

I support that!!! Maybe not the CR123 thing, but I find the looks of the preon disturbingly awkward, at least IMO.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: tattoosteve99 on December 15, 2014, 02:51:36 AM
Haven't had the need to buy any since I was gifted a HDS. It's perfect for me in every way. And before you say anything I got pics.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: tattoosteve99 on December 15, 2014, 02:55:41 AM
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/14/a0dad5d9f52942be33f017689ebf68a8.jpg)

:P
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on December 15, 2014, 03:01:03 AM
Awesome gift. 120?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: tattoosteve99 on December 15, 2014, 03:07:32 AM
Yes the 120. I love it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 15, 2014, 09:18:48 AM
wow, I could do with a friend like that! :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on December 15, 2014, 11:30:12 PM
(http://i927.photobucket.com/albums/ad112/ChadV_2010/Flashlights/DSC03059_zpscd210fee.jpg) (http://s927.photobucket.com/user/ChadV_2010/media/Flashlights/DSC03059_zpscd210fee.jpg.html)
(http://i927.photobucket.com/albums/ad112/ChadV_2010/Flashlights/DSC03053_zpsf6485e72.jpg) (http://s927.photobucket.com/user/ChadV_2010/media/Flashlights/DSC03053_zpsf6485e72.jpg.html)
(http://i927.photobucket.com/albums/ad112/ChadV_2010/Flashlights/DSC03055_zpsf31c31a2.jpg) (http://s927.photobucket.com/user/ChadV_2010/media/Flashlights/DSC03055_zpsf31c31a2.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mrynnr on December 15, 2014, 11:31:32 PM
:tu: capt!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on December 15, 2014, 11:32:35 PM
:tu: capt!

It is BRIGHT!

I can't wait until it gets dark to test it out.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mrynnr on December 16, 2014, 01:41:36 AM

:tu: capt!

It is BRIGHT!

I can't wait until it gets dark to test it out.
i want one so bad... Got a wait a little bit. Spent too much :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on December 16, 2014, 04:15:22 AM
If the exchange rates weren't so high I would have bought it. I know someone that is going to want it... ::)

http://www.nitecore.com/productDetail.aspx?id=148#.VI9txYvF__E
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on December 16, 2014, 04:50:13 AM
If the exchange rates weren't so high I would have bought it. I know someone that is going to want it... ::)

http://www.nitecore.com/productDetail.aspx?id=148#.VI9txYvF__E

165 lumens is a lot out of a pen light.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on December 16, 2014, 08:15:59 AM
If the exchange rates weren't so high I would have bought it. I know someone that is going to want it... ::)

http://www.nitecore.com/productDetail.aspx?id=148#.VI9txYvF__E


Ooohhhhhhhhhhh .................  :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 16, 2014, 09:46:57 AM
The olight penlight I posted about a few days ago was about $27, which is not bad (link etc. in the deals section)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on December 16, 2014, 11:28:58 AM
Nice light capt.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on December 16, 2014, 12:23:28 PM
If the exchange rates weren't so high I would have bought it. I know someone that is going to want it... ::)

http://www.nitecore.com/productDetail.aspx?id=148#.VI9txYvF__E
165 lumens is a lot out of a pen light.  :tu:
And so is 32 for a low mode. :facepalm:

If the exchange rates weren't so high I would have bought it. I know someone that is going to want it... ::)

http://www.nitecore.com/productDetail.aspx?id=148#.VI9txYvF__E


Ooohhhhhhhhhhh .................  :ahhh
I knew it would interest you!!!  :oops:

The olight penlight I posted about a few days ago was about $27, which is not bad (link etc. in the deals section)
Not bad at all, and the fact that it comes in colors other than black is a huge plus. Still I think the MT06 sooooo pretty!!!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: 16VGTIDave on December 16, 2014, 02:11:52 PM

It is BRIGHT!

I can't wait until it gets dark to test it out.

And? Don't leave us hanging!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on December 16, 2014, 11:17:47 PM

It is BRIGHT!

I can't wait until it gets dark to test it out.

And? Don't leave us hanging!


Sorry. I did not really get to test it out yet.  :(
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on December 16, 2014, 11:20:43 PM

It is BRIGHT!

I can't wait until it gets dark to test it out.

And? Don't leave us hanging!


Sorry. I did not really get to test it out yet.  :(

What? Night didn't happen?  :pok:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on December 16, 2014, 11:23:59 PM

It is BRIGHT!

I can't wait until it gets dark to test it out.

And? Don't leave us hanging!


Sorry. I did not really get to test it out yet.  :(

What? Night didn't happen?  :pok:


 :D

I didn't take the dog to the park last night. In the apartments it is pretty well lit so I did not really get to see what it could do. I also didn't wan't to be shining it in peoples windows.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on December 17, 2014, 02:25:50 AM

It is BRIGHT!

I can't wait until it gets dark to test it out.

And? Don't leave us hanging!


Sorry. I did not really get to test it out yet.  :(

What? Night didn't happen?  :pok:


 :D

I didn't take the dog to the park last night. In the apartments it is pretty well lit so I did not really get to see what it could do. I also didn't wan't to be shining it in peoples windows.
Sounds like fun to me.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on December 17, 2014, 03:49:41 AM
I tested it out earlier and it is about what I expected. It does not throw very far in my opinion which I knew going in. I love throwers. I wish this light had a adjustable head like the Maglite though. For how compact it is (considering its output) and considering it runs on AA's I am quite pleased with it. I will most likely still be getting the 3rd Gen Maglite once it becomes more available. I really want the extra throw at over 600 lumes the Maglite offers.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jcs0001 on December 17, 2014, 09:05:02 PM
Captain Spaulding:

That fenix is a beautiful light.  I have three smaller ones and very much like the quality.  It should be almost indestructible considering fenix quality in general.  4 aa's seems to me to be an ideal setup although I do like my 18650 lights.

John.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jcs0001 on December 17, 2014, 09:24:54 PM
Another light, a convoy s2 host.  I bought this some time ago and wasn't sure what I wanted to put in it.  A couple of nights ago I got at it and put in a fasttech 1750 ma driver and an xml2 led.  It puts out a lot of light in a very compact package and throws pretty well considering the small size.  I also have a convoy s6 and this one throws somewhat better and is a little less floody. 

The driver on this defaults to low, med, high, strobe and sos.  I left it in this mode as it's easy to change (ground out a star on the back of the driver to change to different mode sets).  I do like having a strobe when walking - it certainly gets the attention of those who may be uninterested in the safety of pedestrians (quite a few people in our area it seems).  I could do without sos but have yet to see a driver that gives strobe but no sos.

I was not able to use the compression ring that screws into the back of the pill to hold the driver in place - the driver has a number of components too close to the edge.  The pill is brass however so I soldered the pill into place.

(http://i1192.photobucket.com/albums/aa327/jcs0001/IMG_1401.jpg)

(http://i1192.photobucket.com/albums/aa327/jcs0001/IMG_1402.jpg)

I believe there is now a newer version of this light called the convoy S2+ but this is the older one.

John.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on December 20, 2014, 02:22:33 AM
After using the LD41 some more and doing a comparison with my Maglite 3-D LED I appreciate the Fenix's output much more now. It has been described as a "wall of light" and I can say this is a good description.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Chako on December 22, 2014, 01:58:10 AM
I was at the local Home Depot when I spied this honking huge flashlight. Upon closer inspection, it stated 1500 lumen LED flashlight for 30 something bucks. Curiosity got the better of me and I brought it home with me. I was curious to see what 1500 lumens would be like. Well can I say it lite the whole freaking room up like a mini nova in my hand.

The brand is Defiant, which I gather is a Home Depot brand made in China, and the flashlight eats 4 D cells for breakfast. The whole thing feels very nice as it is machined aluminium.

Here are some specs...

- 3 position button, High, low, and flashing.
- 1500 lumen high beam
- 8 hour operating time. Not sure if that is at full or low setting. My guess, low setting.
- 360 m/1181 feet reach.
- auto off when switch pressed for 1.5 seconds.

The button is especially nice feeling. It is very crisp and precise. I wished more flashlights had this sort of tactile electronic switch.

Yes, this thing is big. Big as in a full sized police service style used for assaulting bad guys, or baseballs..take your pick.
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Chako_photo002/IMG_7092small_zps67612458.jpg) (http://s145.photobucket.com/user/Chako_photo/media/Chako_photo002/IMG_7092small_zps67612458.jpg.html)

The flashlight is clearly marked on the posterior end.
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Chako_photo002/IMG_7093small_zps60f29bab.jpg) (http://s145.photobucket.com/user/Chako_photo/media/Chako_photo002/IMG_7093small_zps60f29bab.jpg.html)

The front is nice. The flashlight features 3 LEDs which give a nice spot pattern, along with moderate outer layer bleeding. You can faintly see 3 LED patterning in the beam...but the center is nice, round, and crisp. I tested this light outside, and the reach looks about as advertised. This thing has power.
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Chako_photo002/IMG_7094small_zps4474420d.jpg) (http://s145.photobucket.com/user/Chako_photo/media/Chako_photo002/IMG_7094small_zps4474420d.jpg.html)

(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Chako_photo002/IMG_7095small_zps88889073.jpg) (http://s145.photobucket.com/user/Chako_photo/media/Chako_photo002/IMG_7095small_zps88889073.jpg.html)

The button has a very nice tactile feel to it.
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Chako_photo002/IMG_7098small_zps36e673d3.jpg) (http://s145.photobucket.com/user/Chako_photo/media/Chako_photo002/IMG_7098small_zps36e673d3.jpg.html)

Other than it needs D cell batteries to power it, I dislike a flashlight that tends to roll away on you, and this one is no exception. The least they could have done was flatten some of the sides to prevent this big boy from running away on a flat surface.


Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jcs0001 on December 22, 2014, 02:39:51 AM
That defiant is a huge light.  I saw something similar at Canadian Tire recently but figured you'd need a porter to carry it around or at least it's own backpack :)

Is it mainly throw?

John.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Chako on December 22, 2014, 09:35:04 AM
All about throw.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 22, 2014, 10:22:55 AM
with three, shallow, emitters you should get a lot of spill too.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 22, 2014, 04:15:27 PM
All about throw.
:tu:
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 26, 2014, 11:13:14 AM
R2-D2, being terrorised by the Dark Side
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on December 26, 2014, 11:44:00 AM
:ahhh


:vader:


Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: PTRSAK on December 30, 2014, 04:19:49 AM
on the way... finally.

Been waiting for the ThruNite Saber to be available again.
http://www.thrunite.com/thrunite-saber-2014/
Just pulled the trigger.

1xAA  or 1xCR123 convertible (guessing that it will cope with 14500 cells too)
(http://cdn2.bigcommerce.com/server5800/9sfgjx/products/237/images/1127/IMG_5021_97775_1399543170_1280_1280__75902.1405450132.1280.1280.jpg?c=2)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 30, 2014, 12:23:21 PM
I do like the look of the Saber as well.  Let us know how you get along with it. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NAB on December 31, 2014, 09:51:44 PM
Fenix E05 (2014)
(http://i603.photobucket.com/albums/tt115/NBknife/temporary_zps964a61f1.jpg) (http://s603.photobucket.com/user/NBknife/media/temporary_zps964a61f1.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: CMZed on January 01, 2015, 12:01:22 AM
Olight M18 Striker


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 01, 2015, 12:19:12 AM
Some cool brand-less guy like the Sipik SK 68 (I think), it has three modes - high, low, strobe........... and it always starts on the NEXT mode. It comes in a cool gift box................. and I got it for the NYE :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 01, 2015, 12:22:05 PM
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/nikoleta_rangelova/010120152205_zpsf379127c.jpg) (http://s246.photobucket.com/user/nikoleta_rangelova/media/010120152205_zpsf379127c.jpg.html)

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/nikoleta_rangelova/010120152206_zpse9bed482.jpg) (http://s246.photobucket.com/user/nikoleta_rangelova/media/010120152206_zpse9bed482.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on January 03, 2015, 01:26:04 AM
18,000 Lumes.........   :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 03, 2015, 04:55:32 AM
on the way... finally.

Been waiting for the ThruNite Saber to be available again.
http://www.thrunite.com/thrunite-saber-2014/
Just pulled the trigger.

1xAA  or 1xCR123 convertible (guessing that it will cope with 14500 cells too)
(http://cdn2.bigcommerce.com/server5800/9sfgjx/products/237/images/1127/IMG_5021_97775_1399543170_1280_1280__75902.1405450132.1280.1280.jpg?c=2)

You like this better then the T10 because of the battery switching ability?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 03, 2015, 10:11:38 AM
18,000 Lumes.........   :facepalm:

 :viking:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 03, 2015, 02:58:46 PM
Not bad for $2.69  :D 

I ordered another one a few days ago.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 03, 2015, 03:18:41 PM
Not bad for $2.69  :D 

I ordered another one a few days ago.

In BG they sell for like $15 :/ But it has three modes - I had one one-mode before and sold it. This one's better :D Comes with a battery and a charger, too... lol
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 03, 2015, 03:30:09 PM
The single mode one is $2.69. I posted a link in the deals section a week ago.
The battery and charger should not be much more.
Check the write-up on that charger, in the gadgets section or via the link at the end of my post. It does have some issues.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 03, 2015, 04:18:52 PM
Hm.... I wasn't intending to use it, anyway, actually, as I have some smart charger for all types of batteries - Skilhunt or something.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 03, 2015, 04:48:54 PM
its not bad the free one; just slow and needs checking .


and cheap....
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 03, 2015, 05:28:35 PM
I've got two of them, both three mode hi, low, and flash. One of them is acting a little funny but the other is great, I also bought a cheap recharge kit, two 3v aaa in order to run them since they say they will take the higher voltage and give off 400lm.. But heck for like $5 their not a bad little flashlight..
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JAfromMn on January 04, 2015, 05:16:32 AM
Hopefully this baby will ship to me soon.

http://www.nitecore.co.uk/Shop/Products/Explorer/12944-Nitecore-EC20.html

960 lumens 

2 cr123

Side input switch, power level indicator,  tail stand
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 04, 2015, 08:44:53 AM
Hopefully this baby will ship to me soon.

http://www.nitecore.co.uk/Shop/Products/Explorer/12944-Nitecore-EC20.html

960 lumens 

2 cr123

Side input switch, power level indicator,  tail stand

Yikes that is a lot of lumens.

I am pretty sure though I instructed you to try out some AA lights for me?  :pok:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Yaesu Man on January 06, 2015, 06:15:43 AM
Fenix PD35 2014 edition.  I hate to say it, but that joker blows my LED Mini-Mags OUTTA THE WATER!! 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 06, 2015, 09:37:52 AM
Fenix PD35 2014 edition.  I hate to say it, but that joker blows my LED Mini-Mags OUTTA THE WATER!!

Yeah, it would. :D  Don't get me wrong, I still like my Maglites as well, but even the best of the mini-maglites will pale in comparison to something that pumps out 850+ lumen.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: PTRSAK on January 13, 2015, 02:04:01 AM
 :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: PTRSAK on January 13, 2015, 02:39:19 AM
my latest couple of lights

this first one is a bit like a girl on a dating website...  it's a lot more chunky than it appears in the photos :facepalm:  But to be fair it is hiding 3x AA cells in that body.
A little bit of a green tinge to the light but there is tons of it. Big hotspot and lots of flood. Three brightness levels are quite good and the less useful fast strobe and SOS modes. But the strobe is very attention grabbing (I might actually find that useful at work) and the SOS is actually SOS  ...  _ _ _  ...     ...  _ _ _  ...   rather than the usual SO SO SO...   NO way on earth it pumps out the claimed 800 Lumens, half that if you're lucky. Possibly a bit too chunky for daily carry, but 20 years ago I was toting a 3xDcell Maglite all day without complaint so perhaps I'm just getting fussy.
(http://img.dxcdn.com/productimages/sku_124061_1.jpg)

Second is a LED Lenser P7 ripoff but only 3xAAA rather than 4xAAA, single mode and no focusing head.  Actually not a bad light. It's the pick of the two being slim, light weight and having a fwd clicky switch.
Tighter hotspot than the Ultrafire above, but the claimed 220 Lumens actually ends up with longer throw albeit with less coverage at same distances.
This one looks better, weighs less, single mode (sometimes less IS more) and slips into my pocket without everyone thinking I'm pleased to see them. I think this is my new work light. The fatty can ride in the bag/car/truck as backup heavy hitter.
(http://img.dxcdn.com/productimages/sku_113012_1.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: PTRSAK on January 20, 2015, 08:37:10 AM
Thrunite Saber arrived today. It's a nice little light.
(http://cdn2.bigcommerce.com/server5800/9sfgjx/products/237/images/1111/IMG_5008__35125.1405449336.1280.1280.JPG?c=2)

Not had it out in the dark yet but looks pretty comparable to my various other AA and Cr123 flashlights.
Three modes and NO STROBE are good news.  Hi, low and "firefly" aren't bad, but I would have preferred hi-med-low.

from Thrunite website plus my comments in red

Key Features

⦁ LED:CreeXP-G2 LED with a lifespan of 20+years of run time
⦁ Three output mode:
    AA battery: High (169 lumen, 1.5 hours), Low (9 lumen, 39 hours). Firefly (0.09 lumen, 147 hours).  mediun of about 40-50 lumen and the existing low would suit me better
    CR123 battery: High (251 lumen, 1.8 hours), Low (22 Lumen, 13 hours), Firefly (0.09 lumen, 195 hours)  medium of about 70-80 lumen and the existing low would suit me better
⦁ Memory function to stay at any one of the 3 modes.
⦁ Regulated current for smooth consistent strong output.  VERY visible PWM in low mode when using Li-ION cells, Hi is okay and firefly doesn't seem to be affected at all
⦁ Max  output : 169lumen (1*1.5V AA battery)
                         251lumen (1*CR123 battery) or 1*14500 battery
⦁ Aircraft quality aluminum body structure.
⦁ Premium type III hard anodized anti-abrasive finish.
⦁ Tempered double coated ultra clear glass lens.
⦁ Stand on tail to serve as candle.
⦁ Water proof to IPX-8 standard.
⦁ Streamlined body design.
⦁ One handed operation.
⦁ Compact easy to use twist switch.  never been much of a twistie fan (except the cheese flavoured corn snacks) but this one is not bad, easy to use one handed thanks to the knurling.
⦁ Reverse polarity protection.
⦁ Size:84 mmX20 mm.
⦁ Weight: 1A tube 33 gram without battery.
                   CR123 tube 19 gram without battery.

(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20150120_164115_zpsp8dpbww3.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20150120_164209_zps76lahdhj.jpg)
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Nenavist on January 22, 2015, 03:42:36 AM
Just got this in the mail the other day to replace the E12.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 22, 2015, 04:55:39 AM
Thrunite Saber arrived today. It's a nice little light.
(http://cdn2.bigcommerce.com/server5800/9sfgjx/products/237/images/1111/IMG_5008__35125.1405449336.1280.1280.JPG?c=2)

Not had it out in the dark yet but looks pretty comparable to my various other AA and Cr123 flashlights.
Three modes and NO STROBE are good news.  Hi, low and "firefly" aren't bad, but I would have preferred hi-med-low.

from Thrunite website plus my comments in red

Key Features

⦁ LED:CreeXP-G2 LED with a lifespan of 20+years of run time
⦁ Three output mode:
    AA battery: High (169 lumen, 1.5 hours), Low (9 lumen, 39 hours). Firefly (0.09 lumen, 147 hours).  mediun of about 40-50 lumen and the existing low would suit me better
    CR123 battery: High (251 lumen, 1.8 hours), Low (22 Lumen, 13 hours), Firefly (0.09 lumen, 195 hours)  medium of about 70-80 lumen and the existing low would suit me better
⦁ Memory function to stay at any one of the 3 modes.
⦁ Regulated current for smooth consistent strong output.  VERY visible PWM in low mode when using Li-ION cells, Hi is okay and firefly doesn't seem to be affected at all
⦁ Max  output : 169lumen (1*1.5V AA battery)
                         251lumen (1*CR123 battery) or 1*14500 battery
⦁ Aircraft quality aluminum body structure.
⦁ Premium type III hard anodized anti-abrasive finish.
⦁ Tempered double coated ultra clear glass lens.
⦁ Stand on tail to serve as candle.
⦁ Water proof to IPX-8 standard.
⦁ Streamlined body design.
⦁ One handed operation.
⦁ Compact easy to use twist switch.  never been much of a twistie fan (except the cheese flavoured corn snacks) but this one is not bad, easy to use one handed thanks to the knurling.
⦁ Reverse polarity protection.
⦁ Size:84 mmX20 mm.
⦁ Weight: 1A tube 33 gram without battery.
                   CR123 tube 19 gram without battery.

(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20150120_164115_zpsp8dpbww3.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20150120_164209_zps76lahdhj.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20d4e0e0-8a60-4451-a223-e0fafd452ae5_zps54184b3c.jpg)

The multi battery ability of the Sabre is a strong draw for me as much as I am out in the sticks often.

Not so much a fan of the Hi Med Low switch option or the levels of the light output.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Yaesu Man on January 23, 2015, 06:41:14 AM
eBay sent me a $10 coupon, so I decided to finally pull the trigger on a Fenix LD12.  It finally got here today and so far I'm pretty impressed for just 1 AA (esp. something that plays nice with rechargeables, unlike Maglites).
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 23, 2015, 07:32:28 AM
eBay sent me a $10 coupon, so I decided to finally pull the trigger on a Fenix LD12.  It finally got here today and so far I'm pretty impressed for just 1 AA (esp. something that plays nice with rechargeables, unlike Maglites).

 :worthless:

So how does this thing work?

Does it come on in the last mode you left it on or one step further then where you left it?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Yaesu Man on January 23, 2015, 07:38:41 AM
It uses Fenix's two switch system.  The tail cap is simply on/off WITH momentary on.  The side switch is the mode switch and it does have a memory so whatever mode you were using last is what it comes on in (except strobe or SOS).
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 23, 2015, 08:41:59 AM
It uses Fenix's two switch system.  The tail cap is simply on/off WITH momentary on.  The side switch is the mode switch and it does have a memory so whatever mode you were using last is what it comes on in (except strobe or SOS).

Pretty neat. It has a lot of different modes too.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: blooper on January 23, 2015, 09:41:06 AM
Just got a fenix e12 to replace my inova x1i. I like my fenix e11 more than those two. Not sure how I feel about not having a momentary on. But I dint think I like it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Yaesu Man on January 23, 2015, 05:20:00 PM

Just got a fenix e12 to replace my inova x1i. I like my fenix e11 more than those two. Not sure how I feel about not having a momentary on. But I dint think I like it.

I agree about the momentary on - I prefer clickies and that's one thing I look for.  If a light doesn't have momentary on, it's usually a deal breaker.  Another thing I look for, esp. in single cell lights is the reversible pocket clip which gives you the ability to clip it on your hat.  That feature is handier than a pocket on a shirt!  That's one reason why I LOVE my little Microstream so much.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Nenavist on January 23, 2015, 06:34:22 PM
I replaced my E12 with the Quark QPA because it did not have a pocket clip. If the E12 would have had a clip I would still have it. I miss the momentary on the E12 had but I like the new light levels and functions of the Quark more. I need to have a clicky and clip that tail stands and is AA powered for my EDC.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 23, 2015, 06:46:06 PM
I've just ordered a Fenix LD01 :D There was a clearance and the price was like 33% off. Iiiii couldn't resist it :facepalm: Oh well, the last time I bought a flashlight was 4 months ago.....
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 24, 2015, 04:02:53 PM
So I was excited to see what the fuss was all about all the time... such a popular light and in the same time here it's sold for so MUCH money in comparison to other lights. Why is such a tiny and common thing so pricey? Really, no idea. Don't get me wrong, I like the LD01, just I don't get why it would be so much more expensive than the Olight i3/s, for example.

Here it is, brand new :D

I still have some... trouble changing the modes with one hand, though :think: It either won't change, or it will flicker or something. It needs to be rotated more than what I'm used to to change the modes, it seems.

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/nikoleta_rangelova/IMG_20150124_162507_zps50779771.jpg) (http://s246.photobucket.com/user/nikoleta_rangelova/media/IMG_20150124_162507_zps50779771.jpg.html)
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/nikoleta_rangelova/IMG_20150124_162457_zps4eb787d2.jpg) (http://s246.photobucket.com/user/nikoleta_rangelova/media/IMG_20150124_162457_zps4eb787d2.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 25, 2015, 05:32:32 PM
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on January 26, 2015, 09:40:08 PM
Ages ago, Gareth lured me towards Thrunite's website, and it ended up costing me for a Ti, T10 and T20 which take AAA, AA and CR123A respectively. I found them to be nice reliable twisty lights. Nothing spectacular, just good simple lights, great for attachining to the lanyard point of SAKs with a little spring clip or something. Ideal for when you don't particularly need a "dedicated" clipped torch, or for keeping a light attached to your other stuff.

Fast forward to a few weeks ago, and Gareth lured me back to Thrunite's website again :twak: where there was a whole new Ti, T10, and T20 :dwts: This time the lumes and run times were better, a reverse clicky had been added to the T10 and T20 which both now came with lantern attachments, and all three had pocket clips (and a little keyring clip on the Ti as well).

 :facepalm:

What can I say, I had to do it ...

(http://i748.photobucket.com/albums/xx122/50ft-trad/Lights/P1030584_zpsyaawp0fn.jpg)

(http://i748.photobucket.com/albums/xx122/50ft-trad/Lights/P1030587_zpsgkez4eui.jpg)

Christmas 2014 Ltd Ed Ti
0.5Lm (115hr)
12Lm (6.3hr)
162Lm (0.5hr)
Hidden strobe 162Lm (0.5hr)

New T10
0.2Lm (162hr)
29Lm (39hr)
169Lm (1.5hr)

New T20
0.04Lm (100hr)
11Lm (19hr)
255Lm (55min)

All three have memory, and will turn on at the last used setting

(http://i748.photobucket.com/albums/xx122/50ft-trad/Lights/P1030599_zpsahmtg6lo.jpg)

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: hiraethus on January 27, 2015, 01:20:16 PM
I've got black tools, black knives and black torches that coordinate nicely and silver tools and knives but no silver torches to go with them so I had to find a sensibly priced AAA LED light to go on my keys.  Thrunite Ti was a bit pricey, but the LED Solitaire was half the price on Amazon.  Nice bright spot to begin with then opens out to a good flood, about the same as my Fenix E05.  Significantly longer and a little heavier, but still ok in the pocket - a nice little light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 27, 2015, 02:39:19 PM
Ages ago, Gareth lured me towards Thrunite's website, and it ended up costing me for a Ti, T10 and T20 which take AAA, AA and CR123A respectively. I found them to be nice reliable twisty lights. Nothing spectacular, just good simple lights, great for attachining to the lanyard point of SAKs with a little spring clip or something. Ideal for when you don't particularly need a "dedicated" clipped torch, or for keeping a light attached to your other stuff.

Fast forward to a few weeks ago, and Gareth lured me back to Thrunite's website again :twak: where there was a whole new Ti, T10, and T20 :dwts: This time the lumes and run times were better, a reverse clicky had been added to the T10 and T20 which both now came with lantern attachments, and all three had pocket clips (and a little keyring clip on the Ti as well).

 :facepalm:

What can I say, I had to do it ...


Christmas 2014 Ltd Ed Ti
0.5Lm (115hr)
12Lm (6.3hr)
162Lm (0.5hr)
Hidden strobe 162Lm (0.5hr)

New T10
0.2Lm (162hr)
29Lm (39hr)
169Lm (1.5hr)

New T20
0.04Lm (100hr)
11Lm (19hr)
255Lm (55min)

All three have memory, and will turn on at the last used setting


Errr....sorry about that Al. :-[  In my defense I'm pretty sure it was enki who put us both on the Thrunite in the first place.  The second time was all me though. >:D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on January 27, 2015, 02:54:40 PM
Ages ago, Gareth lured me towards Thrunite's website, and it ended up costing me for a Ti, T10 and T20 which take AAA, AA and CR123A respectively. I found them to be nice reliable twisty lights. Nothing spectacular, just good simple lights, great for attachining to the lanyard point of SAKs with a little spring clip or something. Ideal for when you don't particularly need a "dedicated" clipped torch, or for keeping a light attached to your other stuff.

Fast forward to a few weeks ago, and Gareth lured me back to Thrunite's website again :twak: where there was a whole new Ti, T10, and T20 :dwts: This time the lumes and run times were better, a reverse clicky had been added to the T10 and T20 which both now came with lantern attachments, and all three had pocket clips (and a little keyring clip on the Ti as well).

 :facepalm:

What can I say, I had to do it ...


Christmas 2014 Ltd Ed Ti
0.5Lm (115hr)
12Lm (6.3hr)
162Lm (0.5hr)
Hidden strobe 162Lm (0.5hr)

New T10
0.2Lm (162hr)
29Lm (39hr)
169Lm (1.5hr)

New T20
0.04Lm (100hr)
11Lm (19hr)
255Lm (55min)

All three have memory, and will turn on at the last used setting


Errr....sorry about that Al. :-[  In my defense I'm pretty sure it was enki who put us both on the Thrunite in the first place.  The second time was all me though. >:D

No it was definitely you ... in fact you were using the T10 (?) and raving about it when you stopped over at my house that time. I can't blame you for not remembering though ... the port and whisky was flowing well  :D

Certainly don't regret these purchases either. They are certainly a step up from the previous models, not that there's anything wrong with the originals, but the addition of pocket clip and tail clicky (not on the Ti, but it is stainless  ;)) are very welcome. They'll not replace the V10R as favourite off work carry, but I'm sure they will still see their fair share of carry time  :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 27, 2015, 08:04:57 PM
Ages ago, Gareth lured me towards Thrunite's website, and it ended up costing me for a Ti, T10 and T20 which take AAA, AA and CR123A respectively. I found them to be nice reliable twisty lights. Nothing spectacular, just good simple lights, great for attachining to the lanyard point of SAKs with a little spring clip or something. Ideal for when you don't particularly need a "dedicated" clipped torch, or for keeping a light attached to your other stuff.

Fast forward to a few weeks ago, and Gareth lured me back to Thrunite's website again :twak: where there was a whole new Ti, T10, and T20 :dwts: This time the lumes and run times were better, a reverse clicky had been added to the T10 and T20 which both now came with lantern attachments, and all three had pocket clips (and a little keyring clip on the Ti as well).

 :facepalm:

What can I say, I had to do it ...


Christmas 2014 Ltd Ed Ti
0.5Lm (115hr)
12Lm (6.3hr)
162Lm (0.5hr)
Hidden strobe 162Lm (0.5hr)

New T10
0.2Lm (162hr)
29Lm (39hr)
169Lm (1.5hr)

New T20
0.04Lm (100hr)
11Lm (19hr)
255Lm (55min)

All three have memory, and will turn on at the last used setting


Errr....sorry about that Al. :-[  In my defense I'm pretty sure it was enki who put us both on the Thrunite in the first place.  The second time was all me though. >:D

No it was definitely you ... in fact you were using the T10 (?) and raving about it when you stopped over at my house that time. I can't blame you for not remembering though ... the port and whisky was flowing well  :D

Certainly don't regret these purchases either. They are certainly a step up from the previous models, not that there's anything wrong with the originals, but the addition of pocket clip and tail clicky (not on the Ti, but it is stainless  ;)) are very welcome. They'll not replace the V10R as favourite off work carry, but I'm sure they will still see their fair share of carry time  :)

Nope, Gareth's right. :P Two years ago I think. I linked him to the Thrunite site, and you saw it and bought it too. They don't call me MTO's Personal Shopping Assistant for nothing. >:D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 27, 2015, 08:12:45 PM
My google fu is AWESOME today. >:D

I've also been looking at the ThruNite T10 (another compact 1xAA) and the ThruNite Ti.  Not had any experience with these two but they look very good to me.

Not to spend your money, mate, enabling isn't my thing ;) but do you know you can have both of these, T10 + Ti = $29,99 with shipping straight from the manufacturer. They opened the store about a month ago and are having promo sales.

http://thrunite-store.com/t10-p-13.html?cPath=3 (http://thrunite-store.com/t10-p-13.html?cPath=3)

 :ahhh

why am I now filling out some customer details?

Same reason as me - that Nikola is a bad influence  :twak: :D

http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,39007.msg626235.html#msg626235
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on January 27, 2015, 08:17:50 PM
Then Gareth is partially forgiven... but you're not  :P :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on January 27, 2015, 08:19:19 PM
Have you tried the new versions BTW Nik?  :whistle:



 :P
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 27, 2015, 08:19:33 PM
Then Gareth is partially forgiven... but you're not  :P :D

Well I'm used to getting :twak: -ed  here anyways. :P
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 27, 2015, 08:21:40 PM
Have you tried the new versions BTW Nik?  :whistle:



 :P

I'm considering the T10S or T20S. Probably soon too. ;) I just had a few unforeseen mishaps in the last month that cost me about a month and a half's salary.  :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 27, 2015, 08:23:10 PM
My google fu is AWESOME today. >:D

I've also been looking at the ThruNite T10 (another compact 1xAA) and the ThruNite Ti.  Not had any experience with these two but they look very good to me.

Not to spend your money, mate, enabling isn't my thing ;) but do you know you can have both of these, T10 + Ti = $29,99 with shipping straight from the manufacturer. They opened the store about a month ago and are having promo sales.

http://thrunite-store.com/t10-p-13.html?cPath=3 (http://thrunite-store.com/t10-p-13.html?cPath=3)

 :ahhh

why am I now filling out some customer details?

Same reason as me - that Nikola is a bad influence  :twak: :D

http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,39007.msg626235.html#msg626235

Very awesome. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on January 27, 2015, 08:34:42 PM
Have you tried the new versions BTW Nik?  :whistle:



 :P

I'm considering the T10S or T20S. Probably soon too. ;) I just had a few unforeseen mishaps in the last month that cost me about a month and a half's salary.  :facepalm:


Ouch! I was looking at the stainless the ones too, but thankfully the neutral white's weren't in stock at that time.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 27, 2015, 09:05:20 PM
Another cheap AA Zoom, Ultrafire SK68 type that was too cheap not to buy.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JBW1 on January 31, 2015, 07:05:49 PM
Just received my first edc flashlight. A 'HUGSBY XP-1' I went the less expensive route primarily, but will probably move up if and when these give out. My wife will keep one in her bag as well.
$12 for TWO, with free shipping from a U.S store,  supposed 120lm, reversible pocket clip so i can mount on my hat, rear click on. Only one mode tho.
I was very interested in the Thrunite ti3, but i dont think ill like the twist on feature. I guess it helps with accidental waste of batteries tho.
Well todays my first day with a torch on my side  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 31, 2015, 07:11:47 PM
It's a slippery slope you're on. :D  Those look OK TBH, and at $6 a piece you can't complain.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JBW1 on January 31, 2015, 07:22:01 PM
10-4, they even have o-rings at all thread points and around the lens. Its definitely a slippery, but awesome slope, and our place here is the ski lift
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Corwyn on January 31, 2015, 08:59:43 PM
A Smiling Shark SS-5039 3W. I wasn't expecting much from a 2.5 Euro flashlight, just went with the cheapest AAA I could find to replace my Maglite Solitaire in the Surge sheath.
I'm quite impressed by it, good fit and finish, nice aluminum body, great grip, nice, tactile back- tailcap, good clip and quite bright.
Easily blows out of the water my Maglite and even my LedLenser K2L.

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-F0OUJqlkhXo/VM0xalc48wI/AAAAAAAAFhM/hQQQYE-zEmE/s800/20150131_203935.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on January 31, 2015, 11:27:08 PM
A Smiling Shark SS-5039 3W. I wasn't expecting much from a 2.5 Euro flashlight, just went with the cheapest AAA I could find to replace my Maglite Solitaire in the Surge sheath.
I'm quite impressed by it, good fit and finish, nice aluminum body, great grip, nice, tactile back- tailcap, good clip and quite bright.
Easily blows out of the water my Maglite and even my LedLenser K2L.

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-F0OUJqlkhXo/VM0xalc48wI/AAAAAAAAFhM/hQQQYE-zEmE/s800/20150131_203935.jpg)

I quite like the design, is different than your usual cylindrical lights. I want to grab one to try my hands at some modding.

Just received my first edc flashlight. A 'HUGSBY XP-1' I went the less expensive route primarily, but will probably move up if and when these give out. My wife will keep one in her bag as well.
$12 for TWO, with free shipping from a U.S store,  supposed 120lm, reversible pocket clip so i can mount on my hat, rear click on. Only one mode tho.
I was very interested in the Thrunite ti3, but i dont think ill like the twist on feature. I guess it helps with accidental waste of batteries tho.
Well todays my first day with a torch on my side  :D

The Hugsby's are great ones, whether you're starting or if you've been in the nuthouse for a while. Thorfire seems to be coming up with some interesting AAA options as well, and on the inexpensive side.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Corwyn on February 04, 2015, 03:23:42 PM
Two more shinies (these really are shiny) additions:

UltraFire Q5 300 lm Green. I got it as a present, but decided to keep it. Nice, decent quality, good clip, very bright. Good looks. Nothing special. OW! Update.. I just realised it is a semi-zoomie (it has 2 positions, if you pull the front part forward.. niice)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-O1M6RAK3-P0/VNIc4Y_K9XI/AAAAAAAAFh4/8VOm2jDLyxw/s800/Ultrafire%2520Q5%2520300.jpg)

SkyRay 9500 XML U2 - now that's a beast. Great looking, comfortable button and ow so retardedly bright. I got a 20 USD gift card from eBay and pulled the trigger on this. Not sure if it's original, but it's good quality and very very bright. It's basically 7 CREE flashlights tied together. During the day it lit up the whole house, dwarfing my Ultrafire 2000. I expect tonight for the planes to signal me back. I think I should properly review this one...
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-799ccqqMkVc/VNIc4Uu43aI/AAAAAAAAFh0/Pj2hYZrcZds/s800/SkyRay%25209500%2520XML%2520U2.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on February 04, 2015, 03:31:47 PM
Apparently people like giving away thse Ultrafire/Sipik/Whatever guys :D


and my latest light is.... another Fenix E01.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 04, 2015, 05:09:23 PM
Very nice Corwyn, I like the looks of that Skyray a lot.  I really don't need a huge/super-bright torch, but I do want one. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 04, 2015, 05:10:15 PM
Apparently people like giving away thse Ultrafire/Sipik/Whatever guys :D


and my latest light is.... another Fenix E01.

How many E01s do you need?  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on February 04, 2015, 05:49:45 PM
As many as possible, lol :D But I have only two so far :D

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on February 04, 2015, 05:52:08 PM
Since i cant ever seem to find another Leatherman Monarch 300 to back up mine, i ordered a streamlight microstream the other day.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 04, 2015, 06:27:41 PM
Since i cant ever seem to find another Leatherman Monarch 300 to back up mine, i ordered a streamlight microstream the other day.

I think you'll be happy enough with the Micorstream.  If not you might want to look at the LED Lenser P2 as being somewhat similar, though I'm not a fan of the focus on such a small light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on February 04, 2015, 07:35:52 PM
Since i cant ever seem to find another Leatherman Monarch 300 to back up mine, i ordered a streamlight microstream the other day.

I think you'll be happy enough with the Micorstream.  If not you might want to look at the LED Lenser P2 as being somewhat similar, though I'm not a fan of the focus on such a small light.
I dont like the LED lenser focus either.  I prefer a solid body flashlight. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on February 12, 2015, 10:06:34 PM
A classic haha 2AAA MiniMaglite.  About a bright as a spark from a ferro rod, wait not really.  I like the color of the beam and the low light usability and well the color.  $1US I couldn't say no and it came with batteries.   
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on February 12, 2015, 10:43:58 PM
Nice lite.

Nate

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: parnass on February 13, 2015, 11:00:48 PM
This Energizer HardCase 2AA LED flashlight was on sale for $10.88 at Farm and Fleet (midwest USA store chain).

It is dual mode: 250 and 30 lumens.

Link: http://www.energizer.com/flashlights-lighting/professional-flashlights

(http://parnass.com/images/energizer-hard-case-2aa-0.jpg)

(http://parnass.com/images/energizer-hard-case-2aa-1.jpg)

(http://parnass.com/images/energizer-hard-case-2aa-2.jpg)

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 14, 2015, 02:22:45 PM
A classic haha 2AAA MiniMaglite.  About a bright as a spark from a ferro rod, wait not really.  I like the color of the beam and the low light usability and well the color.  $1US I couldn't say no and it came with batteries.   

My very first quality light was one of these.  I remember being impressed with how bright it was for the size. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sazabi on February 14, 2015, 10:47:59 PM
Last weekend I ended up walking away from a flea market with a new PD22UE.  :whistle:  Retail price, but hey, no delay in shipping. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on February 16, 2015, 06:39:48 PM
This Energizer HardCase 2AA LED flashlight was on sale for $10.88 at Farm and Fleet (midwest USA store chain).

It is dual mode: 250 and 30 lumens.

Link: http://www.energizer.com/flashlights-lighting/professional-flashlights (http://www.energizer.com/flashlights-lighting/professional-flashlights)

(http://parnass.com/images/energizer-hard-case-2aa-0.jpg)

(http://parnass.com/images/energizer-hard-case-2aa-1.jpg)

(http://parnass.com/images/energizer-hard-case-2aa-2.jpg)
How good is that lite? I seen then in Tractor Supply (used to be Farm and Fleet) for about 10 bucks also. Kinda wondered if they would be a good back up lite or a good cheap work lite.

Nate

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: parnass on February 18, 2015, 01:55:12 AM
This Energizer HardCase 2AA LED flashlight was on sale for $10.88 at Farm and Fleet (midwest USA store chain).

It is dual mode: 250 and 30 lumens.

(http://parnass.com/images/energizer-hard-case-2aa-0.jpg)

How good is that lite? I seen then in Tractor Supply (used to be Farm and Fleet) for about 10 bucks also. Kinda wondered if they would be a good back up lite or a good cheap work lite.

Nate

The 2AA HardCase is certainly worth more than $10, but I wouldn't have paid $20.  It is bright for a beater type task light, though the tint on mine has a slight hint of green.  I appreciate the two different brightness levels and the large pushbutton.  It is easy to use when wearing thick winter gloves.

It has an excellent lanyard attachment point.  I made a simple paracord lanyard for it.

The HardCase is larger than a tubular 2AA aluminum light, but I dig the slightly soft, rubbery feel of the flashlight and don't fear dropping it by accident.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kkokkolis on February 24, 2015, 04:19:27 PM
I had just two Maglite Solitaires until today (regular and LED)  and a couple of medical lights for pupil reflexes. Today I got my first "tactical" light by accident, it is a Streamlight Stylus Pro, 10€ used in great condition. It looks good to me, 65 lumens. Do you know it? (http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/24/2a8a9897f19ff1fd4e28572f6e0341b5.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 24, 2015, 05:22:24 PM
I don't have one but they have a very loyal group of fans. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on February 24, 2015, 05:36:40 PM
Yep, it's a popular light, a lot of people like it. I haven't had one myself. I think this is a newer/upgraded version as the... old ones were less than 65 lumens... Not sure, though.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 24, 2015, 05:44:33 PM
Yep, it's a popular light, a lot of people like it. I haven't had one myself. I think this is a newer/upgraded version as the... old ones were less than 65 lumens... Not sure, though.

That sounds right, I think the older ones had something like 48 lumens.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stormdrane on March 05, 2015, 08:44:50 PM
My latest acquired edc flashlight is an Acebeam L10 Mini (http://www.acebeam.com/mini-flashlight#.VPixbeEerix) (1AA), which took a slow boat to get here, a month after I paid for it.  But, the wait seems worth it so far.  I've already put some knotwork on it, just need to decide if I'm gonna keep it clipped to my keychain or pocket carry it with a paracord lanyard...  :D

(http://i.imgur.com/FxrM11Y.jpg)

(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8683/16103971613_bef7a27479_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qx44GZ)
Acebeam L10 Mini Led Flashlight with some knotwork (https://flic.kr/p/qx44GZ) by Stormdrane (https://www.flickr.com/people/8163337@N03/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 05, 2015, 09:31:27 PM
Good looking little light mate. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on March 06, 2015, 03:11:34 AM
Picked up this little guy last night.  :)

(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8650/16541702120_e8af2fb62a.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rcJxJG)

(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8604/16542999929_e9abb6b485.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rcRcwH)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 06, 2015, 03:37:37 AM
Wife bought me a NiteCore Tube Keychain Light as a little bday gift :D
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on March 06, 2015, 07:27:56 AM
 :think: I haven't got a new light since getting the T10's.  Well not counting some Maglights that I got just because.  I am really enjoying the T10 but I hate to say I'm jonesing for a higher output AA light. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 06, 2015, 10:38:43 AM
Picked up this little guy last night.  :)
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8604/16542999929_e9abb6b485.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rcRcwH)

lol, nice pic mate. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 06, 2015, 10:42:02 AM
:think: I haven't got a new light since getting the T10's.  Well not counting some Maglights that I got just because.  I am really enjoying the T10 but I hate to say I'm jonesing for a higher output AA light.

I thought the T10 had a pretty high output for a 1xAA light?  Or am I getting that wrong? :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on March 06, 2015, 05:08:09 PM
:think: I haven't got a new light since getting the T10's.  Well not counting some Maglights that I got just because.  I am really enjoying the T10 but I hate to say I'm jonesing for a higher output AA light.

I thought the T10 had a pretty high output for a 1xAA light?  Or am I getting that wrong? :think:

Oh it's pretty great!  I guess with each bump of lumens with each new light I get lumen greedy.  I have a PD32 that is nearly perfect in every way ( minus the CR123 cells ).  I never thought I'd chase brighter and brighter lights.  The reality is I use mid range more often and the low setting ( 50/10 ) around the house.   
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 07, 2015, 06:35:18 PM
Just received my first edc flashlight. A 'HUGSBY XP-1' I went the less expensive route primarily, but will probably move up if and when these give out. My wife will keep one in her bag as well.
$12 for TWO, with free shipping from a U.S store,  supposed 120lm, reversible pocket clip so i can mount on my hat, rear click on. Only one mode tho.
I was very interested in the Thrunite ti3, but i dont think ill like the twist on feature. I guess it helps with accidental waste of batteries tho.
Well todays my first day with a torch on my side  :D

Just got one of these in myself.  Have to say I'm pretty impressed with it, especially given the low price. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 11, 2015, 02:17:16 AM
My latest toy,,
   When I opened it, it was absolutely dead, Notta, not even a glow! So I threw it on a usb to get juiced, I just took it off so I don't have any pics, but I must say WOW! This thing is freaking bright, the wife and I were watching tv so I pointed it up to the ceiling and it lit the whole thing up, it looked as if the light was on since that's what I was aiming at. I must say this is a pretty nice piece for $12, so long as it holds a decent charge a great buy, especially since all you have to do is recharge it and not have to buy more batteries!
JR
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/f46913acc2e564926234b7a4e9bb340b_zps2e65f325.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 11, 2015, 11:04:15 AM
That looks interesting. :tu:  Got a link?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 11, 2015, 12:35:24 PM
I got mine off of amazon, but it's a nitecore, Grant it its about twice the size of a photon freedom, but weight wise pretty much the same, there's like nothing to it. I couldn't take a pic last night cause some of my lights are on timers and I wanted to crash, but I took one this morning, thus why the pic is kinda blurry cause I couldnt hold the ipad straight, I'm just not awake, lol. But it lit the whole room up! I'll have to do a compare side by side pic to the freedom, maybe tonight when I'm awake and the rooms are dark.
JR

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/7aaf732c7447e32505a6f555de4fa7f0_zps85e1f419.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on March 12, 2015, 02:00:33 AM
That looks interesting. :tu:  Got a link?

http://www.ledfiretorches.co.uk/nitecore-tube-usb-light

http://www.amazon.co.uk/NITECORE-Resistant-Portable-Flashlight-Rechargeable/dp/B00Q4LU24I/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1426122167&sr=8-1&keywords=Nitecore+tube
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 13, 2015, 12:08:31 AM
£6?  That seems a bit of a bargain. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on March 13, 2015, 10:38:38 PM
Got it on Tuesday but was camera lazy as always. ;)

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/P3140018.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 13, 2015, 10:45:48 PM
That's nice! Any info, specs?
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on March 13, 2015, 10:49:44 PM
That's nice! Any info, specs?
JR

Thrunite T10S, XP-L emitter. 0,15/13/208 lumens on a single AA battery, memory function (comes on in the last mode you left it in)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 13, 2015, 11:06:29 PM
"I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10," .........:ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on March 13, 2015, 11:14:39 PM
"I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10," .........:ahhh

http://www.ebay.com/itm/391001304939 :whistle:

Cool White too. You like cool white and memory, right? >:D

I highly recommend this seller. Fast shipping, under 10 days from China for me, and my preferred seller for all flashlight related purchases. I had an ITP A2 die on me after a bit over a year, sent it back to them and they fixed it. Not replaced but actually fixed it and I got it back with all he dings in ano it had before. ;) Not a lot of sellers would do that so late after the initial purchase so they got a loyal customer in me cause of it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on March 14, 2015, 01:28:00 AM
Looks like the T10 got a bump in lumens  :think: and a new emitter? I really like the SS one but having 2 already I cannot justify another  :whistle:

I've been super stoked with mine.   
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 14, 2015, 05:52:42 PM
"I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10," .........:ahhh

http://www.ebay.com/itm/391001304939 :whistle:

Cool White too. You like cool white and memory, right? >:D

I highly recommend this seller. Fast shipping, under 10 days from China for me, and my preferred seller for all flashlight related purchases. I had an ITP A2 die on me after a bit over a year, sent it back to them and they fixed it. Not replaced but actually fixed it and I got it back with all he dings in ano it had before. ;) Not a lot of sellers would do that so late after the initial purchase so they got a loyal customer in me cause of it.

More of a neutral fan if it's an option TBH, though I'm happy enough with cool if that's the only choice.  Thanks for the recommendation though (bloody enabler ::)).
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on March 14, 2015, 05:55:24 PM
I prefer personal shopping assistant. :whistle:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 14, 2015, 05:59:31 PM
I prefer personal shopping assistant. :whistle:
As long as you don't expect to get paid. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on March 17, 2015, 11:23:11 AM
My latest acquired edc flashlight is an Acebeam L10 Mini (http://www.acebeam.com/mini-flashlight#.VPixbeEerix) (1AA), which took a slow boat to get here, a month after I paid for it.  But, the wait seems worth it so far.  I've already put some knotwork on it, just need to decide if I'm gonna keep it clipped to my keychain or pocket carry it with a paracord lanyard...  :D

(http://i.imgur.com/FxrM11Y.jpg)

(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8683/16103971613_bef7a27479_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qx44GZ)
Acebeam L10 Mini Led Flashlight with some knotwork (https://flic.kr/p/qx44GZ) by Stormdrane (https://www.flickr.com/people/8163337@N03/), on Flickr

I did not know you was a MTO member Storms.

Love your Knot tying blog.

Nothing to add about the actual topic though.  :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on March 17, 2015, 11:25:08 AM
"I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10, I don't need a T10," .........:ahhh

Lies.

And thanks to you guys now I want one too.  :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on March 17, 2015, 11:28:34 AM
Looks like the T10 got a bump in lumens  :think: and a new emitter? I really like the SS one but having 2 already I cannot justify another  :whistle:

I've been super stoked with mine.   

Easy enough to fix.

When you send me the PST sell me one of the black T-10's you have and then you can get a SS one.

I like the not SS one better.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on April 04, 2015, 05:04:49 PM
A good, cheap lantern/torch

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_9747.jpg)


(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_9743.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GiuseppeCiclope on April 18, 2015, 11:54:06 AM
Added a PD35 (2014 ver.) to my edc (i love this "artistic" photo :) )

(http://i62.tinypic.com/4ftjy1.jpg)

Also handmade a diffuser white and red (made with a red bottle cap for emergency) which fit perfectly

Hope you like the idea very very cheap ;)

(http://i59.tinypic.com/28b7bbm.jpg)
(http://i58.tinypic.com/14tlwso.jpg)
(http://i60.tinypic.com/bewcl.jpg)
(http://i57.tinypic.com/14lr75v.jpg)
(http://i59.tinypic.com/6f85dg.jpg)
(http://i61.tinypic.com/29ol4c2.jpg)
(http://i61.tinypic.com/34g6hvl.jpg)
(http://i59.tinypic.com/2w6gtw8.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 18, 2015, 04:11:44 PM
Added a PD35 (2014 ver.) to my edc (i love this "artistic" photo :) )

(http://i62.tinypic.com/4ftjy1.jpg)

Also handmade a diffuser white and red (made with a red bottle cap for emergency) which fit perfectly

Hope you like the idea very very cheap ;)

(http://i59.tinypic.com/28b7bbm.jpg)
(http://i58.tinypic.com/14tlwso.jpg)
(http://i60.tinypic.com/bewcl.jpg)
(http://i57.tinypic.com/14lr75v.jpg)
(http://i59.tinypic.com/6f85dg.jpg)
(http://i61.tinypic.com/29ol4c2.jpg)
(http://i61.tinypic.com/34g6hvl.jpg)
(http://i59.tinypic.com/2w6gtw8.jpg)
It's an excellent idea. :tu: 

http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,23735.0.html :whistle:

I like the addition of the red cap. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GiuseppeCiclope on April 18, 2015, 04:55:35 PM
Also made this for my PD22UE with some sandpaper ;)

I use it also like a battery case (2 x CR123) and it's waterproof, not bad!

(http://i60.tinypic.com/2zexsnd.jpg)
(http://i59.tinypic.com/34gvd01.jpg)
(http://i60.tinypic.com/4iev5d.jpg)
(http://i57.tinypic.com/11ik0fa.jpg)
(http://i58.tinypic.com/mrbhvp.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 18, 2015, 06:09:59 PM
I like that one a lot. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GiuseppeCiclope on April 18, 2015, 06:12:07 PM
I like that one a lot. :)

Thanks  :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on April 18, 2015, 06:19:06 PM
Yes, great idea and execution. :hatsoff:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GiuseppeCiclope on April 18, 2015, 06:27:12 PM
Yes, great idea and execution. :hatsoff:

Thanks  :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NKlamerus on April 19, 2015, 05:36:05 AM
Just added my first real flashlight purchase.

Nitecore EA41. I knew I wanted AA/AAA power, and something bright that I won't EDC.

It was (as usual) between the EA41 and the D40A.

I went with the EA41, better price, I like the look more,and the 2015 version is brighter.

I love it so far, the 2 button interface is a love at first use situation.

I'll write a review one of these days!!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 19, 2015, 10:22:28 AM
I had to look up the EA41.  Seems to be a cracking good light. 8)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 29, 2015, 07:52:35 PM
I got mine off of amazon, but it's a nitecore, Grant it its about twice the size of a photon freedom, but weight wise pretty much the same, there's like nothing to it. I couldn't take a pic last night cause some of my lights are on timers and I wanted to crash, but I took one this morning, thus why the pic is kinda blurry cause I couldnt hold the ipad straight, I'm just not awake, lol. But it lit the whole room up! I'll have to do a compare side by side pic to the freedom, maybe tonight when I'm awake and the rooms are dark.
JR

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/7aaf732c7447e32505a6f555de4fa7f0_zps85e1f419.jpg)

Thanks to you and Milhouse I ended up getting one of these to try.  Just got it in but so far I'm happy with it.  Smaller and lighter that the kind of thing I'm used to carrying but still has multiple levels (and a variable setting none-the-less) and the High is bright enough for indoor work.  The LED is actually a pretty nice colour as well, cool white for sure, but much much better than the normal blue tint you see from 5mm LEDs.  I'm very happy with it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NKlamerus on April 30, 2015, 04:04:51 AM
Probably gonna pic up an Olight s10 for a new EDC light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Etherealicer on April 30, 2015, 10:15:03 AM
Probably gonna pic up an Olight s10 for a new EDC light.
Make that an S10R :salute: I did a little comparison "Mini Comparison: Olight S10 vs. S10R (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,58152.0.html)" and I truly think the S10R is better.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NKlamerus on April 30, 2015, 02:59:13 PM
Probably gonna pic up an Olight s10 for a new EDC light.
Make that an S10R :salute: I did a little comparison "Mini Comparison: Olight S10 vs. S10R (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,58152.0.html)" and I truly think the S10R is better.
It will definetly be the S10R.

I can't decide between a little more lumens in a larger light, or getting a Foursevens Atom for the smaller size?!?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Etherealicer on May 03, 2015, 08:32:24 AM
Olight i7R Ti
Tiny, 2-mode flashlight. What is special about it, is that you turn it on by pulling it off your keychain (pulling it out of its magnetic endcap). It also can be switched off the traditional way, be unscrewing the head.
The R in the name of course means its re-chargeable :tu:

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=146877;image)
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=146879;image)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on May 03, 2015, 09:02:01 AM
@Etherealicer

Cool, I'm curious what you think about this one! I was interested in it, but then... I reconsidered. It's mostly a ... one-second use light, because if you lose it for longer, the battery will die rather quickly? Then, can you access the low 1-lumen mode all the time? Or do you have to wait for the battery levels to drop for you to get to 1 lumen ?!


Truth is, I haven't bought a light for maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaany months. I only got one of the Sipik clones as a present in January.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Etherealicer on May 03, 2015, 09:08:47 AM
@Etherealicer

Cool, I'm curious what you think about this one! I was interested in it, but then... I reconsidered. It's mostly a ... one-second use light, because if you lose it for longer, the battery will die rather quickly? Then, can you access the low 1-lumen mode all the time? Or do you have to wait for the battery levels to drop for you to get to 1 lumen ?!


Truth is, I haven't bought a light for maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaany months. I only got one of the Sipik clones as a present in January.
I don't know how many lumen the low-mode is (but I would guess its more than 1). You can access it all the time, even directly go to low mode when taking it off the keychain...

Tightly screwed on head: high-mode
Slightly loosened: low-mode
Loosen more: off
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on May 03, 2015, 09:15:26 AM
Thanks! :tu:

This makes it a far better light :D For some reason the instructions I read long ago didn't specify that. I was left with the impression that only once the high "burns out" do you get the low.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jerseydevil on May 03, 2015, 04:19:47 PM
My latest, a Fenix E05, seen here with my Rambler.  Three modes, very nice little light.
(http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g448/Jerseydevil379/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20150503_101444_zpsvrxjbzzt.jpg) (http://s1102.photobucket.com/user/Jerseydevil379/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20150503_101444_zpsvrxjbzzt.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Etherealicer on May 03, 2015, 06:00:09 PM
Thanks! :tu:

This makes it a far better light :D For some reason the instructions I read long ago didn't specify that. I was left with the impression that only once the high "burns out" do you get the low.
I like it :tu:, although I think its perfect for people who use their light often as it can be easily detached and stowed.
According to some internet sources there will be a Aluminum version later on. Probably a better price deal.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on May 03, 2015, 06:08:21 PM
Oh, and that's what if not aluminum? :think: I haven't paid attention, apparently.

Have you charged it on its weirdo charger yet? :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NKlamerus on May 03, 2015, 06:10:39 PM
Ordered a preon 2. I ordered it in black but I really like the toxic green!!!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Etherealicer on May 03, 2015, 06:12:43 PM
Oh, and that's what if not aluminum? :think: I haven't paid attention, apparently.

Have you charged it on its weirdo charger yet? :D
Mithril of course*. I have not charged it yet, but I got the same charger for my S10R and it works flawless, shows when its charging, when its fully charged!

Show content
*Ok, ok its only TITANIUM
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: edcgear on May 03, 2015, 07:58:56 PM
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/03/46c4c469a661fcd49345fae62d45eef6.jpg)

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/03/b6d79f5e73b6d01274be89b42423a573.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on May 03, 2015, 08:14:14 PM
Ordered a preon 2. I ordered it in black but I really like the toxic green!!!


Oh, I wish you good luck with this! It's been my favourite light ever so far, but the damn thing just stopped working  :rant: I'd seen lots of negative YT reviews on the P2, but I bought one despite everything. It was quite reliable most of the time unless you overtightened the tail cap ... thinge or unless you did another thing in the wrong way (hehe) until it eventually stopped working. I did use it a lllllot for 6-7 months, though. I think I'd buy another one if the prices hadn't gone so ridiculously high... just I'd have treated it more gently this time.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NKlamerus on May 04, 2015, 11:12:52 PM
Ordered a preon 2. I ordered it in black but I really like the toxic green!!!


Oh, I wish you good luck with this! It's been my favourite light ever so far, but the damn thing just stopped working  :rant: I'd seen lots of negative YT reviews on the P2, but I bought one despite everything. It was quite reliable most of the time unless you overtightened the tail cap ... thinge or unless you did another thing in the wrong way (hehe) until it eventually stopped working. I did use it a lllllot for 6-7 months, though. I think I'd buy another one if the prices hadn't gone so ridiculously high... just I'd have treated it more gently this time.
It's in!

Overall it's fairly bright for such a thin light.

The only thing I don't like so far is that the tail button rattles in the smallest way possible. I don't think anyone else would notice, but I do.

It's my first ever pen style light. If I can't get used to something so small I'll order an Atom. Or Fenix.........
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on May 11, 2015, 12:35:42 PM
I got 4, yes 4, more of those Cree lanterns..They are one of the best value for money lights around and I just want to share them.

Bright, solid, long battery life.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on May 11, 2015, 01:14:08 PM
Interesting dks, of course now I'll have to look them up,,
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: edcgear on May 15, 2015, 06:22:57 PM
Was looking at some aa/14500 options. Ended up buying Crelant from ali express
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on May 15, 2015, 06:28:27 PM
I think... my passion for lights have died a bit .... Which is good for my budget  :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 15, 2015, 06:58:26 PM
I think... my passion for lights have died a bit .... Which is good for my budget  :ahhh

Who are you, and what have you done with our NNR? :twak:  Next you'll be telling us that you don't have any cuts on your fingers. ::)

 :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 15, 2015, 07:04:07 PM
Was looking at some aa/14500 options. Ended up buying Crelant from ali express

Not one I've heard of before but if you're talking about the V11A then I think it looks like a solid light. :tu: 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: edcgear on May 15, 2015, 07:09:19 PM
Was looking at some aa/14500 options. Ended up buying Crelant from ali express

Not one I've heard of before but if you're talking about the V11A then I think it looks like a solid light. :tu:
Exactly that one.

I had one Crelant and it showed as quite good.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on May 15, 2015, 08:06:18 PM
I think... my passion for lights have died a bit .... Which is good for my budget  :ahhh

Who are you, and what have you done with our NNR? :twak:  Next you'll be telling us that you don't have any cuts on your fingers. ::)

 :D


 :rofl: :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: edcgear on May 16, 2015, 04:31:33 PM
Let's jump into DeLorean

Varta incadescent with Bahco

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/16/670332893b8b71b5c2c8d70d908c7506.jpg)

Unknown eyeglass style incadescent light and BAK

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/16/3dbafb66068b6b92e24ba8774a8be0f0.jpg)

Varta pen style momentary incadescent with RAT2

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/16/d894044de9fce2ca8c766d593460b4e7.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on May 16, 2015, 06:35:20 PM
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_0390.jpg)

Stanley 1-95-393
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on May 16, 2015, 07:23:55 PM
Let's jump into DeLorean

Varta incadescent with Bahco

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/16/670332893b8b71b5c2c8d70d908c7506.jpg)

Unknown eyeglass style incadescent light and BAK

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/16/3dbafb66068b6b92e24ba8774a8be0f0.jpg)

Varta pen style momentary incadescent with RAT2

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/16/d894044de9fce2ca8c766d593460b4e7.jpg)

I'm loving these older lights. The eyeglass light is interesting.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: edcgear on May 16, 2015, 07:25:06 PM
Let's jump into DeLorean

Varta incadescent with Bahco

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/16/670332893b8b71b5c2c8d70d908c7506.jpg)

Unknown eyeglass style incadescent light and BAK

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/16/3dbafb66068b6b92e24ba8774a8be0f0.jpg)

Varta pen style momentary incadescent with RAT2

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/16/d894044de9fce2ca8c766d593460b4e7.jpg)

I'm loving these older lights. The eyeglass light is interesting.  :tu:
Thnx Captn...

I inherited it from late grandpa...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on May 16, 2015, 09:43:30 PM
Let's jump into DeLorean

Varta incadescent with Bahco

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/16/670332893b8b71b5c2c8d70d908c7506.jpg)

Unknown eyeglass style incadescent light and BAK

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/16/3dbafb66068b6b92e24ba8774a8be0f0.jpg)

Varta pen style momentary incadescent with RAT2

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/16/d894044de9fce2ca8c766d593460b4e7.jpg)

I'm loving these older lights. The eyeglass light is interesting.  :tu:
Thnx Captn...

I inherited it from late grandpa...


Awesome! I just recieved a childhood flashlight today.


(http://i927.photobucket.com/albums/ad112/ChadV_2010/Knife%20and%20MT%201/DSC04065_zpsw5fkrkjd.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on May 16, 2015, 11:13:15 PM
Let's jump into DeLorean

Varta incadescent with Bahco

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/16/670332893b8b71b5c2c8d70d908c7506.jpg)
...

My grandma still has that one. She's been using it as her night light for decades now. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on May 17, 2015, 01:47:20 AM
@Capt cool light  :tu:  Such a warm color beam or is it the table? 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NKlamerus on May 17, 2015, 02:29:30 AM
Just received a Nitecore Tube from Capt!

Used it 5 times now in a day. It's in closer reach than my Preon. And pocket carrys in gym shorts much better!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Teofilo on May 17, 2015, 07:15:08 AM
Just got this little shiny light! the eo5 ss.

(http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/IMG_20150517_124938.jpg) (http://s306.photobucket.com/user/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/media/IMG_20150517_124938.jpg.html)

(http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/IMG_20150517_125746_1.jpg) (http://s306.photobucket.com/user/teofiloeugeniopanganiban/media/IMG_20150517_125746_1.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 17, 2015, 10:20:22 AM
Very pretty. :drool:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: edcgear on May 17, 2015, 11:24:19 AM
And one more DeLorean style

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/17/a56f6f7e837cc5065b198ac3f054baa7.jpg)

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/17/69007a48a76eb3642f6fa992923ffebe.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: edcgear on June 02, 2015, 05:24:36 PM
Just unpacked this one

Crelant v11a w/14500

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/02/5ff103cab9e86c9a4fcbdb78bf7cc6e4.jpg)

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/02/64de330843831fcf1a47cf01bdf33581.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: edap617 on June 08, 2015, 10:21:58 PM
Got these two cute AAA Hugsby lights. They're beside my old and reliable L2D.

(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f46/edap6171/EDC/DSC01092%201_zpsa2qhgwou.jpg) (http://s44.photobucket.com/user/edap6171/media/EDC/DSC01092%201_zpsa2qhgwou.jpg.html)

(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f46/edap6171/EDC/DSC01084_zpsa5rpioob.jpg) (http://s44.photobucket.com/user/edap6171/media/EDC/DSC01084_zpsa5rpioob.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 09, 2015, 12:04:20 AM
I've got one of the 1xAAA Hugsby lights as well.  Excellent little light for the money. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on June 09, 2015, 03:47:51 AM
There are some very cool illumination tools displayed in this thread.

I am brand loyal for some strange reason.Having said that,it will be no surprise that the light I have in transit is a Surefire.A P1R Peacekeeper to be exact.It is one of the few Surfires that use a rechargeable battery.It was introduce last year and has caught the attention of die-hard flashlight enthusiasts.Until it arrives and I have a change to test it a picture and the specs will have to suffice.

  Output               Runtime
High 600 lumens       1.75 hours*
Low 15 lumens         46.0 hours*
Length   5.5   inches
Bezel Diameter   1.37   inches
Weight w/Batteries   6.2   ounces
Batteries   1 Li-ion rech. or two 123A
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Higgins617 on June 09, 2015, 06:08:54 AM
Bought another Coast. HX5 to carry for work.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on June 13, 2015, 07:56:49 PM
Here are some pics of the newly arrived P1R Peacekeeper.

This light is really cool,compact,powerful and rechargeable.


The first two pics illustrate Surefires packaging.
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/sportingspeSmurfpillst/DSCN2133.jpg)

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/sportingspeSmurfpillst/DSCN2135_1.jpg)

The next two pics show the light with its 18650 rechargeable battery and its size.
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/sportingspeSmurfpillst/DSCN2140.jpg)
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/sportingspeSmurfpillst/DSCN2141.jpg)


This next picture shows the two chargers,left is a12DC car charger and the AC charger.
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/sportingspeSmurfpillst/DSCN2139.jpg)

This last picture shows the Peacekeepers size compared to the M3 Combat Light.
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/sportingspeSmurfpillst/DSCN2144.jpg)

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on June 16, 2015, 05:05:20 PM
Who would have guessed that I bought another Surefire?  LOL.


I found an old but NIB Surefire Stratum for sale and I couldn't resist the price.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: wsm0807 on June 17, 2015, 01:43:33 AM
This..... Is an underwhelming flashlight(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/16/4bb08e5a0fbfdc90d295486769ce758f.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on June 17, 2015, 05:31:25 AM
This..... Is an underwhelming flashlight(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/16/4bb08e5a0fbfdc90d295486769ce758f.jpg)

Yea, price to lumes is very low on the LED LENSER lights.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 17, 2015, 09:10:38 AM
Here are some pics of the newly arrived P1R Peacekeeper.

This light is really cool,compact,powerful and rechargeable.


The first two pics illustrate Surefires packaging.
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/sportingspeSmurfpillst/DSCN2133.jpg)

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/sportingspeSmurfpillst/DSCN2135_1.jpg)

The next two pics show the light with its 18650 rechargeable battery and its size.
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/sportingspeSmurfpillst/DSCN2140.jpg)
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/sportingspeSmurfpillst/DSCN2141.jpg)


This next picture shows the two chargers,left is a12DC car charger and the AC charger.
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/sportingspeSmurfpillst/DSCN2139.jpg)

This last picture shows the Peacekeepers size compared to the M3 Combat Light.
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/sportingspeSmurfpillst/DSCN2144.jpg)

Who would have guessed that I bought another Surefire?  LOL.


I found an old but NIB Surefire Stratum for sale and I couldn't resist the price.



A couple of real crackers there Toolguy.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on June 17, 2015, 03:07:21 PM
I haven't bought a light for soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo long. Maybe for about a year? :think: My Lumintop Tool AAA has been an awesome flashlight :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on June 17, 2015, 08:43:05 PM
Here are some pics of the newly arrived P1R Peacekeeper.

This light is really cool,compact,powerful and rechargeable.


The first two pics illustrate Surefires packaging.
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/sportingspeSmurfpillst/DSCN2133.jpg)

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/sportingspeSmurfpillst/DSCN2135_1.jpg)

The next two pics show the light with its 18650 rechargeable battery and its size.
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/sportingspeSmurfpillst/DSCN2140.jpg)
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/sportingspeSmurfpillst/DSCN2141.jpg)


This next picture shows the two chargers,left is a12DC car charger and the AC charger.
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/sportingspeSmurfpillst/DSCN2139.jpg)

This last picture shows the Peacekeepers size compared to the M3 Combat Light.
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/sportingspeSmurfpillst/DSCN2144.jpg)

Who would have guessed that I bought another Surefire?  LOL.


I found an old but NIB Surefire Stratum for sale and I couldn't resist the price.



A couple of real crackers there Toolguy.  :tu:

Thanks Gareth.

I've read and investigated many other manufacturers.There are hundreds of good lights in the marketplace and I'm overwhelmed with data and specifications.So in response to data overload I take the safe coarse of action and buy another Surefire.

Maybe one of these days I'll take the gamble and buy some other manufactures light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 18, 2015, 09:29:33 AM
I think that sounds fair enough. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on June 20, 2015, 10:41:13 AM
I couldn't help it. I ordered a Fenix LD02 :ahhh + a pepper spray + a pocket knife sharpener

There goes my trying to live on a budget :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on June 20, 2015, 12:31:16 PM
I couldn't help it. I ordered a Fenix LD02 :ahhh + a pepper spray + a pocket knife sharpener

There goes my trying to live on a budget :facepalm:

.for protection from the men in the forum   :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on June 20, 2015, 02:07:59 PM
 :rofl:


(http://www.sherv.net/cm/emo/funny/1/dragon-chase-smiley-emoticon.gif)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on June 22, 2015, 11:05:17 AM
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/nikoleta_rangelova/IMG_20150622_114852_zps7xwg5yxp.jpg) (http://s246.photobucket.com/user/nikoleta_rangelova/media/IMG_20150622_114852_zps7xwg5yxp.jpg.html) 

:drool:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on June 22, 2015, 11:18:15 AM
:drool:

 :2tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on June 22, 2015, 09:02:45 PM
This arrived in todays mail.

This is a low lumens 3 mode 5,50,150 lumens light.

A Surefire Statum.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: wsm0807 on June 23, 2015, 03:51:36 AM
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/22/6878a446552852736f5d8311fcf94ba6.jpg)
Figured I'd give this a shot for work. For $16 why not
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on July 08, 2015, 12:21:49 PM
Olight S80
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on July 08, 2015, 02:03:00 PM
Did they send you the wrong plug?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on July 08, 2015, 02:10:54 PM
there was no option for a UK plug.

The charger comes with a standard European 2 pin plug, but for some reason they added that UK/EU to US adapter in as well.

I just used it to keep the torch in that position.

It was cheap (under $20 with some points, $25 regular price) so I will write a bit about it in the cheap torches thread, soon
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on July 08, 2015, 02:18:52 PM
Bargain price indeed.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on July 08, 2015, 02:48:29 PM
Apologies to SPAMCORP (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,55947.0.html)  :D
When I was throwing some of the wrapping material away I felt something hard in it - it was a UK plug adapter
A pretty good one too.  :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on July 08, 2015, 02:52:49 PM
I'm glad there was a UK plug adapter at the end of that sentence.  :P
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on July 08, 2015, 03:03:08 PM
 ???  What else could it have been  ???





 ??? ??? ??? ???    :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on July 10, 2015, 06:00:46 PM
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_0445.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_0449.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on July 10, 2015, 06:32:51 PM
dks, did you buy these for your own use? All of them? :) Are they from those with three or one modes? I love mine, I think it's very good for its price.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on July 10, 2015, 06:44:34 PM
All my toys are MINE.

They are 3 mode ones.

I will take some pictures and write a bit about them later tonight in the cheap torches thread  :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on July 11, 2015, 03:41:00 PM

It's a Surefire EB2 backup with dual output capability of 500 and 5 lumens.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on July 12, 2015, 05:59:34 AM
500 is a lot of bright SG.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: trouthunter on July 12, 2015, 07:33:06 PM
Picked up this the other day at the Home Depot

(http://i1156.photobucket.com/albums/p561/trouthunter7/20150712_122152_zps26d1umbx.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on July 13, 2015, 12:03:11 AM
500 is a lot of bright SG.

It's bright and fits in my back pocket of my jeans with only the tailcap showing.

With the 5 lumen mode I'm able to read maps without compromising my night vision.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Glockdoc on July 13, 2015, 06:19:08 AM
My last light was a Zebralight SC62 but I just got notification that my Nitecore EA41 has shipped.If I don't stop buying flashlights I may be living in a cardboard box under a bridge somewhere.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on July 13, 2015, 07:29:45 AM
My last light was a Zebralight SC62 but I just got notification that my Nitecore EA41 has shipped.If I don't stop buying flashlights I may be living in a cardboard box under a bridge somewhere.

At least you will be able to see whatever you are doing down there.  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: derekmac on July 13, 2015, 03:11:35 PM
A big free LED light. :)

http://www.uline.ca/Product/Detail/H-4678/Tools-and-Flashlights/LED-Camo-Flashlight
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on July 13, 2015, 05:16:22 PM
Hard to go wrong with free mate. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: PTRSAK on July 13, 2015, 06:26:50 PM
UltraFire LZZ-06 50LM CREE XP-E Q5 2-mode Cool White.
50 lumens is a bit under driven for this LED but it's a usable amount of light and should last a bit longer than the other AAA "160LM pocket sun" that I have.

(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/de11e842-e8fe-4cb1-8179-b20ae992458b_zpsstmrftcr.jpg)

I was hoping it would have been a closer match to my Alox Rambler from the product shot.
(stock image)
(http://img.dxcdn.com/productimages/sku_287156_1.jpg)

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on July 15, 2015, 07:34:37 PM
Received yesterday. Nitecore MH20 (1000 Lumens) USB Rechargeable.
Dynamic design, flawless anodisation and packed specs. are just what you expected from this little monster.
(http://imageshack.com/a/img661/179/fiXNtf.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on July 15, 2015, 09:13:18 PM
That light is receiving good reviews.

The ATR is a highly regarded feature.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on July 16, 2015, 11:03:22 PM
Oh no,not another Surefire.LOL

This light has been on the market for several years.I finally acquiesced to buying one last week.It arrived yesterday and I had a chance to take it out last night and blast light-holes into the darkness.LOL.

It's a very cool light but I've already bought another body that accepts 2X18650 Li-ion rechargeable batteries and six additional batts.

I'll post the rebuild when I receive all the parts and assemble them.

In the mean time,here is the factory Surefire P3X Fury.It boasts 1k lumens at the top end and 15 lumens at the low end for 56 hours of run time.These times will improve with the addition of the 18650 batts.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on July 17, 2015, 08:32:16 AM
Pulled the trigger on the Thrunite Ti 162lm CW light.  I compared it to my roommates SS Tis and seriously hers seems much brighter. The tint to me is between CW and NW and pretty floody.  The mode spacing is odd, .5/12/162 plus hidden strobe.  I knew all  this going in obviously but the lure of the 162lm pulled me in.  I think the tint mixed with the floody beam makes it seem less bright or maybe I need to take advantage of the 3v this light is supposed to handle.  I ran eneloops then duracel and neither made the light POP. 

I'm happy with the fit and finish as well as the noticeable weight ( or not ) of this light.  The tint isn't bad at all just not what I've come to expect from a CW tint.   
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on July 17, 2015, 09:29:38 AM
Funny you mention that as my Ti3 is supposed to be 120lm and seems like its not even as bright as my 85lm E05.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mrynnr on July 17, 2015, 12:46:58 PM

UltraFire LZZ-06 50LM CREE XP-E Q5 2-mode Cool White.
50 lumens is a bit under driven for this LED but it's a usable amount of light and should last a bit longer than the other AAA "160LM pocket sun" that I have.

(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/de11e842-e8fe-4cb1-8179-b20ae992458b_zpsstmrftcr.jpg)

I was hoping it would have been a closer match to my Alox Rambler from the product shot.
(stock image)
(http://img.dxcdn.com/productimages/sku_287156_1.jpg)
:ahhh where do you get that rambler??
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on July 17, 2015, 01:31:20 PM

UltraFire LZZ-06 50LM CREE XP-E Q5 2-mode Cool White.
50 lumens is a bit under driven for this LED but it's a usable amount of light and should last a bit longer than the other AAA "160LM pocket sun" that I have.

(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/de11e842-e8fe-4cb1-8179-b20ae992458b_zpsstmrftcr.jpg)

I was hoping it would have been a closer match to my Alox Rambler from the product shot.
(stock image)
(http://img.dxcdn.com/productimages/sku_287156_1.jpg)
:ahhh where do you get that rambler??

He made it. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on July 17, 2015, 05:37:40 PM
I seem to be going in the wrong direction.It appears most members are buying smaller and smaller lights while I've been buying larger lights.

I had a conversation with Gene Malkoff and as a result I purchased his Hound Dog light.This light is a "thrower' and is powered by four 18650 batts.

http://www.malkoffdevices.com/malkoff-devices-flashlights/stock-flashlights/malkoff-neutral-hound-dog-xm-l

In order to get the 4 cell body I had to order the head and body separately.It will be the largest light I've purchased recently.It's the third light counting from the left.As can be seen it is almost the same size as a two C cell MagLite.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on July 17, 2015, 07:25:23 PM
The largest user light I have is Fenix PD32, it's also the brightest I own.  I do have a 2 cell Maglite that lives by my bed side.

I tend to like the AA/AAA lights with at least 75lm and multiple modes.  I like the firefly modes and have no issues with strobes. 

I like these size lights due to limited space in my pockets and belt, also because I can carry a back up as a cell mule.   I figure for the space of 2 small AAA lights I not only have a back up cell but also a back up light.  I run eneloops mostly but continue to have alkaline.
     
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ToolJoe on July 17, 2015, 08:27:49 PM
I just bought one of these Craftsman lights:

http://www.craftsman.com/craftsman-led-pocket-ligth-black/p-03473965000P?prdNo=20&blockNo=20&blockType=G20


I had a coupon and some points leftover so it ended up being $0.38 Cents  :D

I needed a new flashlight for the garage and this little sucker is bright and magnetic.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on July 17, 2015, 08:34:53 PM
The largest user light I have is Fenix PD32, it's also the brightest I own.  I do have a 2 cell Maglite that lives by my bed side.
I tend to like the AA/AAA lights with at least 75lm and multiple modes.  I like the firefly modes and have no issues with strobes. 
I like these size lights due to limited space in my pockets and belt, also because I can carry a back up as a cell mule.   I figure for the space of 2 small AAA lights I not only have a back up cell but also a back up light.  I run eneloops mostly but continue to have alkaline.

I think this is just another trend,that is,buying smaller flashlights.

Back in the day,when Maglites were state of the art in lights,everyone of my friends had one or more.Some of my friends thought that bigger was better and bought 4,5 and 6 cell Maglites.I bought a 2 cell light and when my wife continued to use it and leave it in places where I couldn't readily find it,I bought another.This gave me the excuse to buy a 4 cell light and I then gave my wife the 2 cell.

When Maglite developed their Mini-maglite all of my hunter/hiker friends bought those and marveled at their brightness and adjustable focus capabilities.LOL

Now the obvious trend is smaller and brighter.I'm just curious where it will end.Will they develop a light that is smaller than a short pencil with 5,000 lumens and a week of runtime?  LOL

I don't wear suits anymore so I have no dire need for miniatures.I have plenty of room in my daily attire to carry my new "pocket rocket",a Surefire EB2 Backup along with a multi-tool and the knife of my choice.


Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on July 18, 2015, 12:02:42 AM
@Toolguy, you're probably right more or less with the miniaturizing of flashlights.  Happened with cell phones, we went from huge ole phones down to tiny little phones back to large ones. 

I have mini mags too that live in my truck.  I dig the form factor mostly plus the portability is nice, the lumens sure are getting up there too.       
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sea Monster on July 24, 2015, 09:08:38 AM
My Small light and my Big light are both my Oldest Lights
A Eveready SportsGear, and a Maglight 4D. Both live in my car and have provided reliable, steady light for...too long. They are far from the latest or greatest, but they are both still going and I see no reason to change that.

My "New" lights are two CR123 LEDs (erh, a surefire..and..something else in alloy etc. Wonderful when they are working. Both get hot, and have short run times, and are mostly frustrating) and a 3xAA MityLite, which I am still deciding on.


 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on July 24, 2015, 04:45:15 PM
Got my self the SUNWAYMAN C22C, very nice and bright little light (max output 1000 lumens), it has dual LED's and they can work independently as well as simultaneously so you can have the advantages of both, traditional and L-shaped flashlights.
(http://imageshack.com/a/img901/6939/MK4WXn.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on July 24, 2015, 05:36:02 PM
That looks interesting and useful.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on July 24, 2015, 11:20:20 PM
Got my self the SUNWAYMAN C22C, very nice and bright little light (max output 1000 lumens), it has dual LED's and they can work independently as well as simultaneously so you can have the advantages of both, traditional and L-shaped flashlights.
(http://imageshack.com/a/img901/6939/MK4WXn.jpg)


Interesting. I have a Sunwayman and its been going strong for a few years now.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAKnight on July 24, 2015, 11:27:13 PM
It's here! Wow, never had a zebralight. I've got a 2xcr123 innova titanium light with a twisty tail with a momentary on button, that i love, but isnt the brightest, and drinks batteries like coca cola. This sc52 (NW of course), is amazing! Super bright high, super low low, the only thing that is the least bit annoying is the slight lag in the switch. But it isnt like I need it to turn off and on the microsecond I tell it to  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gregozedobe on July 25, 2015, 11:32:57 AM
It's here! Wow, never had a zebralight. I've got a 2xcr123 innova titanium light with a twisty tail with a momentary on button, that i love, but isnt the brightest, and drinks batteries like coca cola. This sc52 (NW of course), is amazing! Super bright high, super low low, the only thing that is the least bit annoying is the slight lag in the switch. But it isnt like I need it to turn off and on the microsecond I tell it to  :D

I'm another Zebralight fan (I have quite a few, mostly single AA size).  The slight delay in reacting to the operation of the switch is inherent in the user interface, it is waiting to see whether you want to change light levels (eg press and hold) or do something else.  I got used to it very quickly.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on July 25, 2015, 01:03:55 PM
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/nikoleta_rangelova/IMG_20150723_211834_zpsdgss7vmk.jpg) (http://s246.photobucket.com/user/nikoleta_rangelova/media/IMG_20150723_211834_zpsdgss7vmk.jpg.html)


:D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on July 25, 2015, 01:24:43 PM
:D

 :2tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on July 25, 2015, 01:34:34 PM
:D

 :2tu:

 :woohoo:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on July 25, 2015, 01:38:33 PM
:D

 :2tu:

 :woohoo:

         :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on July 25, 2015, 01:55:35 PM
:D

 :2tu:

 :woohoo:

         :D

 :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on July 25, 2015, 02:21:01 PM
so, it has not exploded yet?



did anybody show you how to use it?

 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on July 25, 2015, 02:25:47 PM
It has not exploded yet  :twak:


Neither has my phone with Li-Polimer stuff in it.  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on July 25, 2015, 02:28:21 PM
 :pok:  LiIon, not LiPolymer.. 

Maybe I need to explain it again.....    :D :D :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on July 25, 2015, 02:34:33 PM
Oh, yes, at one point I had remembered it's polYmer, lol. The rest I don't remember even now...... sigh. That's why I don't have a topic about batteries and chargers... :whistle:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on July 25, 2015, 02:38:23 PM
young people.......   :facepalm:



 :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAKnight on July 25, 2015, 02:40:38 PM
It's here! Wow, never had a zebralight. I've got a 2xcr123 innova titanium light with a twisty tail with a momentary on button, that i love, but isnt the brightest, and drinks batteries like coca cola. This sc52 (NW of course), is amazing! Super bright high, super low low, the only thing that is the least bit annoying is the slight lag in the switch. But it isnt like I need it to turn off and on the microsecond I tell it to  :D

I'm another Zebralight fan (I have quite a few, mostly single AA size).  The slight delay in reacting to the operation of the switch is inherent in the user interface, it is waiting to see whether you want to change light levels (eg press and hold) or do something else.  I got used to it very quickly.

I see that now. And wow does it have the most useful, intuitive interface! Wow!  6 modes at my fingertips, with battery level test and everything!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on September 01, 2015, 03:38:31 PM
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/nikoleta_rangelova/IMG_20150901_162906_zpsymyibenj.jpg) (http://s246.photobucket.com/user/nikoleta_rangelova/media/IMG_20150901_162906_zpsymyibenj.jpg.html)

Magnet on the back:

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/nikoleta_rangelova/IMG_20150901_162916_zpsuyfynbxm.jpg) (http://s246.photobucket.com/user/nikoleta_rangelova/media/IMG_20150901_162916_zpsuyfynbxm.jpg.html)


(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/nikoleta_rangelova/IMG_20150901_162812_zpsvojsaf7t.jpg) (http://s246.photobucket.com/user/nikoleta_rangelova/media/IMG_20150901_162812_zpsvojsaf7t.jpg.html)

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/nikoleta_rangelova/IMG_20150901_162842_zpspgpyf94r.jpg) (http://s246.photobucket.com/user/nikoleta_rangelova/media/IMG_20150901_162842_zpspgpyf94r.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAK Guy on September 01, 2015, 05:37:51 PM
We have a couple of those and they work great for blackouts!!!!  Great for lighting a room!!!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on September 01, 2015, 05:41:30 PM
We have a couple of those and they work great for blackouts!!!!  Great for lighting a room!!!

I'll test it tonight :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on September 01, 2015, 06:56:19 PM
I got a couple free and use them inside my trucks camper top. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on September 08, 2015, 11:29:41 PM
I've succumbed to temptation and got a Nitecore Tube  :)

While it will never be a primary light for me, it's certainly an excellent replacement for the Photon II on my car keys. I've not charged it up yet, and don't know how often it will get used, but it's nice to know I can just charge it back up if it comes on accidentally, rather than having to track down the appropriate coin cells.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: David Quevedo on September 09, 2015, 12:02:43 AM
I've succumbed to temptation and got a Nitecore Tube  :)

While it will never be a primary light for me, it's certainly an excellent replacement for the Photon II on my car keys. I've not charged it up yet, and don't know how often it will get used, but it's nice to know I can just charge it back up if it comes on accidentally, rather than having to track down the appropriate coin cells.

The Tube is a very cool little light.  I'm a big Nitecore fan.

My most recent Nitecore purchase (back in July) was the HC50 headlamp.  Very solid little headlamp - extremely useful, and surprisingly light in weight, in spite of its solid aluminum housing.

(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj571/david57strat/Flashlights/IMG_8138a.jpg) (http://s1268.photobucket.com/user/david57strat/media/Flashlights/IMG_8138a.jpg.html)
5 brightness levels, with S.O.S. and beacon.
Runs on a single 18650 battery. 
Has dual Red emitters, as well (solid, or flashing)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: David Quevedo on September 09, 2015, 12:34:26 AM
Last month, I picked up these three lights:


(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj571/david57strat/Flashlights/IMG_8549.jpg) (http://s1268.photobucket.com/user/david57strat/media/Flashlights/IMG_8549.jpg.html)
Left to Right: EagleTac MX25L3C (6 Nichia 219 emitters), Armytek Dobermann XP-L, and Solarforce L2-D18, with Sportac triple XP-G2 R5 single-mode.


(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj571/david57strat/Flashlights/IMG_8552.jpg) (http://s1268.photobucket.com/user/david57strat/media/Flashlights/IMG_8552.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Corwyn on September 24, 2015, 11:10:46 PM
I finally received my MTO Prize.. Led Lenser F1.
I really do love it.. perfect fit and finish, light, very cool looking, lots of accessories, very bright, very ergonomical - Blows my poor, similarly-sized Sipik clone out of the water...

Is it a great flashlight? - undeniably so.
Will it be stuck as part of my edc? - for now, at least, it is a bit too big for regular edc and the battery is quite exotic
Is it worth 110 USD? - well, depends on your budget... if your salary is in the 500 USD range, there are far cheaper, stronger options, if it is on the 2000 USD range and higher, it is truly a beautiful, well-machined, comfy device...

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-LoIOE5wH8PY/VgRivKdJ58I/AAAAAAAAKF0/lONXufQ6kF0/s912-Ic42/Led%252520Lenser%252520F1.JPG)

Thank you MTO and Led Lenser...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: David Quevedo on September 29, 2015, 07:13:11 AM
My most recent purchase (actually, my only purchase this month lol) was a Zebralight SC62W (neutral tint), which should be arriving in tomorrow's mail.  After reading countless positive reviews on this light, I just had to get my hands on one. 

I'll post pictures, after the light arrives :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on September 29, 2015, 04:02:04 PM
All Armytek's seem to have such a nice ano. It looks really matte and grippy.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: David Quevedo on September 29, 2015, 04:06:31 PM
All Armytek's seem to have such a nice ano. It looks really matte and grippy.

They do. They feel very solid, in the hand.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Yaesu Man on October 01, 2015, 07:04:37 PM
Just bought an Olight M3XS-UT off eBay; can't wait!!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on October 03, 2015, 01:15:02 AM
Found this Surefire G2 ( ? ) light for a buck.  I was hoping the led ( P60L-WH ) would transfer to my E2E Executive Elite, no such luck  :(.  Running off 2 CR123 with about 11 hours just don't cut it for me.  Hard to pass tho for a $1 tho.     
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Etherealicer on October 10, 2015, 12:27:20 AM
Olight S1 Baton

Uses the CR123A/RCR123A battery, same as the big brother S10R. Its quite a bit smaller and with its blue details also prettier :D
I also just saw, that there is a S10R II available. Maybe I have to update :D

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=246008;image)
Easy to see, that the S1 is not only shorter but also thinner
S1 diameter: 21.1mm / length: 61mm
S10R diameter: 23.1mm / length: 73.4mm
Also easy to see, that the emiter/lense setup has been updated, whatever that means...


(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=246010;image)
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=246012;image)
The S1 has a wider beam pattern. I would also say its a bit brighter (not from the picture though)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on October 10, 2015, 01:19:32 AM
My latest!...FENIX LD50, 1800 lumens output. Uses two 18650 batteries.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on October 15, 2015, 06:38:13 PM
Count me in with an LD02  :D

Early impressions,  :tu: great little light with nice light spacing.  I like how it comes on in M-L-H and of course the clicky is great.  The pocket clip is eh, I reversed it and it held very secure on my ball cap last night while changing a battery on a friends car.  I'd like to see a larger hole for a split ring tho. 

All things said I am really liking this light. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: eddie1115 on October 15, 2015, 07:25:05 PM
Count me in with an LD02  :D

Early impressions,  :tu: great little light with nice light spacing.  I like how it comes on in M-L-H and of course the clicky is great.  The pocket clip is eh, I reversed it and it held very secure on my ball cap last night while changing a battery on a friends car.  I'd like to see a larger hole for a split ring tho. 

All things said I am really liking this light.
Nice!  That one is on my list.

For now, just a P2 body to stretch out my Preon 1.  I didn't have any 2xAAA lights, so this was a nice addition.

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/10/15/b0984515f9800da9b7e72cc7bf065681.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: murrydan on October 19, 2015, 10:36:31 PM
Not a whole flashlight, but I got a new DatiLED 5000K XP-L HI light engine for my McGizmo Haiku…

(http://i.imgur.com/nhVxVgY.png)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mrynnr on October 20, 2015, 12:11:56 AM
Well... It's not here yet, but I ordered the Olight S1 baton. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Vladimir on October 22, 2015, 01:54:04 PM
My latest, the Olight S15R Baton:

(http://i60.tinypic.com/259xxxf.jpg)

I paid $22 for it, and the package also included Olight 14500 battery and Olight desk charger.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ducttapetech on October 22, 2015, 02:29:48 PM
Nice looking light.

That's us mobile.
Nate

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on October 22, 2015, 03:25:52 PM
Count me in with an LD02  :D

Early impressions,  :tu: great little light with nice light spacing.  I like how it comes on in M-L-H and of course the clicky is great.  The pocket clip is eh, I reversed it and it held very secure on my ball cap last night while changing a battery on a friends car.  I'd like to see a larger hole for a split ring tho. 

All things said I am really liking this light.


Yeah, for this pirce of the light, the pocket clip is actually horrible.  :think: The light is great overall, but the clip sucks. I wonder if it wasn't designed/made to fit lots of other models/lights. Despite the clip issues, it's been among my fave lights  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on October 22, 2015, 07:47:07 PM
Totally agree with the clip.  I only ever use the clip on my ball cap when I want hands free use.  I reversed the clip and its ok. 

Update on my Surefire light,
I like the light for home usage.  I got several CR123 on the cheap so running a couple in this light for as sporadically as I use it isn't bad.  I dig the light and the output is enough for what I need it for.     
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: David Quevedo on October 26, 2015, 07:14:22 PM
I've had my new Zebralight SC62w for just shy of a month, now, and have been extremely impressed with most everything about it. The interface is so intuitive (and flexible - an added bonus), I can finally understand why so many people have raved about their lights :-)

(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj571/david57strat/Flashlights/Zebralight%20SC62w.jpg)
Cheesy iPhone picture - superb light. Here it is, at work. I use it very heavily there, and most everywhere else. It really is a solid little piece of engineering.

My only true complaint about it is the miserably loose pocket clip. I hate it. I usually carry it in the holster that came with my Nitecore EA11, on my belt, right next to my iPhone 5S; but today, I tried pocket-carrying it in my front left pocket, at work, right next to my EagleTac P20C2 Mk II (I still like pocket carrying that one because of its momentary function, and great spot beam, for its size.

The clip is extremely disappointing. The P20's clip is so solid, you practically have to tear it out of your pocket, to get it to budge. It's very grippy, and that's the kind of clip I'm used to, if I ever pocket carry a light. It ain't goin' anywhere, on its own. The SC62w's clip, on the other hand, while pretty and slick, is just too loose to trust. It just slides in and out of a pocket, way too easily, for my taste. I generally hate pocket clips, and this is why. I've lost too many lights because I bumped into something and the light went flying, or just got lost, without my knowledge of where it even went (all the worse), and it was too late to recover the light.

I'd really like to pocket carry this light at work (since I'm not allowed to wear it on my belt), but it needs a much more solid clip.

Aside from that, it's amazing...and it's so small. I can't believe how small it is, for how much output it produces. I still can't get over it. The PID is genius. Timed step-downs can really suck, and this (The PID) s the kind of heat management regulation all lights should have, in my humble opinion. It only lowers the output, when it's actually necessary, based on usage and environment, rather than a per-determined time. It just makes sense. I wish all my lights had this kind of thermal management.

Here is a really cool YouTube video, of a guy, taking the light for a lengthy ride on his bicycle, at night:
https://youtu.be/QJGB23ij_9o
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WoodsDuck on October 27, 2015, 02:22:21 PM
Found a brand new three D-cell LED Maglite at a local thrift store for a low price. It has five modes, with four configurations. This is now my around the house/yard light. I'm pretty much a lifelong Maglite owner, love their reliability.

(http://i.imgur.com/Q8qQep1.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on October 28, 2015, 05:45:00 PM
Ok so I am in the market for a small pocket light that is a clicky. Can be tail or on the body somewhere it don't matter.

Would like multiple modes and some good brightness for a small light.

Trying to stay away from a 123 battery.

This is something I plan to EDC so smaller over brighter is better.

Any ideas?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on October 28, 2015, 05:51:10 PM
Ok so I am in the market for a small pocket light that is a clicky. Can be tail or on the body somewhere it don't matter.

Would like multiple modes and some good brightness for a small light.

Trying to stay away from a 123 battery.

This is something I plan to EDC so smaller over brighter is better.

Any ideas?

Are you thinking small 1xAA or a 1xAAA?  For a small AA then the Thrunite T10 is an obvious choice, but the other I'd personally recommend is the Eagletac D25A Clicky. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on October 28, 2015, 06:10:59 PM
Ok so I am in the market for a small pocket light that is a clicky. Can be tail or on the body somewhere it don't matter.

Would like multiple modes and some good brightness for a small light.

Trying to stay away from a 123 battery.

This is something I plan to EDC so smaller over brighter is better.

Any ideas?

Fenix LD11 should be more than great, I'm buying one first chance I get. I haven't tried one yet but on paper it is a slightly better, smaller version of LD22 (rubber side switch, not the 2015 edition) which is a 2 X AA that I own and am greatly fond of.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on October 30, 2015, 07:12:30 PM
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on October 30, 2015, 07:13:54 PM
 :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on October 30, 2015, 07:15:17 PM
I just had to get it.... 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: charlie fox on October 30, 2015, 09:21:58 PM
I got a Nitecore MT1C yesterday and I am impressed! Small and bright :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Etherealicer on October 30, 2015, 10:33:19 PM
Since I wanted a tiny flashlight for a while I got a LedLenser K1. Well know brand that has some good flashlights and it was cheap too.

However, the back contact is sticking out... meaning that it can bend in any direction... looks ugly and worst of all, I have to unscrew the tail cap quite a bit to ensure the light does not come on accidentally (but in turn has a greater chance to come apart).

Needless to say... any recommendation? :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on October 30, 2015, 10:50:49 PM
Send it back. I have one at work, I think mine has something similar. I'll try to remember and check.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on October 31, 2015, 02:17:06 AM
That doesn't look right. :-\
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on October 31, 2015, 03:48:15 AM
.

Will you be pocket carrying or in a sheath  :whistle:

 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on October 31, 2015, 06:42:55 AM
It will be gun mounted ofcourse.  ::)

 :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on October 31, 2015, 04:07:57 PM
It will be gun mounted ofcourse.  ::)

 :D

 :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Yaesu Man on November 04, 2015, 07:57:42 PM
Malkoff MD2 in the mail, going crazy waiting!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on November 07, 2015, 03:59:51 PM
Found a brand new three D-cell LED Maglite at a local thrift store for a low price. It has five modes, with four configurations. This is now my around the house/yard light. I'm pretty much a lifelong Maglite owner, love their reliability.
(http://i.imgur.com/Q8qQep1.jpg)

You can never go wrong with an updated "old school" Maglite.

My wife's car and purse carry consists of two Maglites and one confiscated Farmer.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on November 07, 2015, 04:02:52 PM
Malkoff MD2 in the mail, going crazy waiting!

There are a considerable number of cool lights represented in this thread.

You can't go wrong with a Malkoff,congratulations.

I have gene's Hound Dog light and it throws extremely well.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on November 07, 2015, 04:10:11 PM
My most recent light is this sick Surefire which was advertised at half price on the Surefire website.

It's an M3LT Combat Light.It has three modes:low=70 lumens,high=1,000 lumens and strobe.

For comparison here is an old school Surefire M3 Combat light that served as my bed stand light for many years.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Energie on November 08, 2015, 06:16:45 PM
Stainless steel, 130/8 lm, well made

(http://www.herbert-schmitz.net/Multitool/COOYOO7.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on November 08, 2015, 11:21:30 PM
Stainless steel, 130/8 lm, well made

(http://www.herbert-schmitz.net/Multitool/COOYOO7.jpg)

Beautiful one mate. I would have a hard time picking between brass, copper or SS.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on November 09, 2015, 03:41:20 AM
Stainless steel, 130/8 lm, well made

(http://www.herbert-schmitz.net/Multitool/COOYOO7.jpg)

Beautiful one mate. I would have a hard time picking between brass, copper or SS.

Not sure if maybe you didn't get the memo but that is not how we do it here on MTO.

Get them all.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on November 09, 2015, 06:18:19 PM
Stainless steel, 130/8 lm, well made

(http://www.herbert-schmitz.net/Multitool/COOYOO7.jpg)

Beautiful one mate. I would have a hard time picking between brass, copper or SS.

Not sure if maybe you didn't get the memo but that is not how we do it here on MTO.

Get them all.

Very true, and since we're at it might as well get the 3 Ti ones too. Saves time and shipping costs.  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Corwyn on November 11, 2015, 08:00:31 PM
I just got 3 6000 lm Boruit RJ-5000 headlamps. One to keep, the other two as gifts.

So far quality seems quite good, they look great and are really bright (definately not 6000 lm but enough to blind the customs lady from the other side of a lit room  :D ).
Really not bad for 12 USD shipped including 2 18650 batteries, charger and car charger.
Let's see how well they keep up.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-iX1_mWj5PLc/VkOImW21dJI/AAAAAAAAKR0/pFBaUuBO7QU/s912-Ic42/Boruit-RJ-5000-b.jpg)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-czvtJnxnjS8/VkOImQHPbqI/AAAAAAAAKRs/OkScEpFmz3c/s912-Ic42/Boruit-RJ-5000-a.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gregozedobe on November 12, 2015, 03:02:31 AM
I just got 3 6000 lm Boruit RJ-5000 headlamps. One to keep, the other two as gifts.

So far quality seems quite good, they look great and are really bright (definately not 6000 lm but enough to blind the customs lady from the other side of a lit room  :D ).
Really not bad for 12 USD shipped including 2 18650 batteries, charger and car charger.
Let's see how well they keep up.
I hope they are OK, certainly the price is pretty good  :tu:

I see the "tactical" marketing people couldn't resist the temptation to put "tactical bezels" on all three.  I guess if you decide to defend yourself with a "liverpool kiss" it will come in handy  :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dean51 on November 12, 2015, 04:14:25 AM
First rip to REI and came out with a Fenix E12, it's a nice upgrade from the bushnell I've been using.
The first LED I had was some generic from the local auto parts, it worked untill it caught fire.
I like the Fenix E12, sure hope it doesn't leak smoke.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on November 12, 2015, 04:22:04 PM
I just got 3 6000 lm Boruit RJ-5000 headlamps. One to keep, the other two as gifts.

So far quality seems quite good, they look great and are really bright (definately not 6000 lm but enough to blind the customs lady from the other side of a lit room  :D ).
Really not bad for 12 USD shipped including 2 18650 batteries, charger and car charger.
Let's see how well they keep up.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-iX1_mWj5PLc/VkOImW21dJI/AAAAAAAAKR0/pFBaUuBO7QU/s912-Ic42/Boruit-RJ-5000-b.jpg)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-czvtJnxnjS8/VkOImQHPbqI/AAAAAAAAKRs/OkScEpFmz3c/s912-Ic42/Boruit-RJ-5000-a.jpg)

Now this is some wicked headlamp lm going on here. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ColoSwiss on November 14, 2015, 10:34:36 PM
As mentioned in the Junk thread I started a couple of weeks back, I had a RayoVac in the glove box that didn't work when needed. So I ordered out a couple new flashlights; Surefire G2X Pro and Fenix E25, both with lithium batteries. Picked up a nylon magazine pouch to store them in, and hopefully one of them will work when the need arises.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on November 15, 2015, 12:59:28 PM
That's one heck of an upgarde mate! :hatsoff:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on November 15, 2015, 03:17:55 PM
That's one heck of an upgarde mate! :hatsoff:
What the green lego guy said. :o
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: David on November 15, 2015, 04:36:47 PM
That's one heck of an upgarde mate! :hatsoff:
What the green lego guy said. :o

1+
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ColoSwiss on November 16, 2015, 12:54:05 AM
That's one heck of an upgarde mate! :hatsoff:

Upgarde? Is that similar to en garde?  :D

I've had continual problems with car flashlights for decades, including Kel-Lites and Maglights. Hopefully this will do the trick.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAK Guy on November 16, 2015, 01:07:06 AM
That's one heck of an upgarde mate! :hatsoff:

Upgarde? Is that similar to en garde?  :D

Issued "from the roof" perhaps?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on November 16, 2015, 11:41:28 PM
That's one heck of an upgarde mate! :hatsoff:

Upgarde? Is that similar to en garde?  :D

I've had continual problems with car flashlights for decades, including Kel-Lites and Maglights. Hopefully this will do the trick.

I never claimed to be able to type well.....or spell for that matter. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on November 17, 2015, 12:19:27 AM
Now I'm also looking at Fenix E20 (2015 edition) apart from the LD11  :rant:  :ahhh   :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ColoSwiss on November 17, 2015, 12:57:23 AM
That's one heck of an upgarde mate! :hatsoff:

Upgarde? Is that similar to en garde?  :D

I've had continual problems with car flashlights for decades, including Kel-Lites and Maglights. Hopefully this will do the trick.

I never claimed to be able to type well.....or spell for that matter. :D

'Consistency is the bugbear of a small mind.'  - Mark Twain    (My typing's bad; spelling's worse)   :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAK Guy on November 17, 2015, 01:54:48 AM
That's one heck of an upgarde mate! :hatsoff:

Upgarde? Is that similar to en garde?  :D

Issued "from the roof" perhaps?

Gee, nobody caught my ref to the medieval high sword position fighting stance?   :dwts:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ColoSwiss on November 17, 2015, 03:43:42 AM
That's one heck of an upgarde mate! :hatsoff:

Upgarde? Is that similar to en garde?  :D

Issued "from the roof" perhaps?

Gee, nobody caught my ref to the medieval high sword position fighting stance?   :dwts:

I'm more into 'Weaver Stance'.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAK Guy on November 17, 2015, 04:03:34 AM
That's one heck of an upgarde mate! :hatsoff:

Upgarde? Is that similar to en garde?  :D

Issued "from the roof" perhaps?

Gee, nobody caught my ref to the medieval high sword position fighting stance?   :dwts:

I'm more into 'Weaver Stance'.

LOL!!! Me too. Hard to beat a Weaver.   :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on November 17, 2015, 02:30:47 PM
That's one heck of an upgarde mate! :hatsoff:

Upgarde? Is that similar to en garde?  :D

Issued "from the roof" perhaps?

Gee, nobody caught my ref to the medieval high sword position fighting stance?   :dwts:

Sorry mate.  I'm more of a Fiore (http://www.swordschool.com/wiki/index.php/The_12_guards#11._Posta_frontale_ditta_corona_.28Frontal_position_called_.22crown.22.29) man myself.  Still should have spotted it though. :-[
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Crow on November 17, 2015, 04:15:41 PM
Christmas gift for my wife.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WoodsDuck on November 18, 2015, 12:53:49 AM
Christmas gift for my wife.

Nice Solitaire!

I'm digging the red.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dalecfl on November 18, 2015, 12:20:26 PM
Just bought a Fenix E12 for EDC. I was out last night testing it out. Great little light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Toolslinger on November 18, 2015, 12:37:50 PM
Received a Nitecore MH20 yesterday. :sa: The range on this thing is nuts and boy is it ever bright! Almost need to wear shades at night when it's on full power. 8)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NKlamerus on November 20, 2015, 03:46:54 AM
Received a Nitecore MH20 yesterday. :sa: The range on this thing is nuts and boy is it ever bright! Almost need to wear shades at night when it's on full power. 8)
Sooooooooooooooo jealous!!!!!!!

Pics?!!!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Toolslinger on November 20, 2015, 12:03:31 PM
Received a Nitecore MH20 yesterday. :sa: The range on this thing is nuts and boy is it ever bright! Almost need to wear shades at night when it's on full power. 8)
Sooooooooooooooo jealous!!!!!!!

Pics?!!!

I'll try to get some updated shots of my EDC later today. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: edap617 on November 21, 2015, 05:34:05 AM
This SS 14500 flashlight is my latest.

(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f46/edap6171/Mobile%20Uploads/DSC05370-01-01_zpstxlbvbzp.jpeg) (http://s44.photobucket.com/user/edap6171/media/Mobile%20Uploads/DSC05370-01-01_zpstxlbvbzp.jpeg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Teofilo on November 21, 2015, 01:09:15 PM
Very nice shiny light! What brand is it Ed?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JBW1 on November 21, 2015, 07:44:24 PM
Just picked this up yesterday, not bad for a gas station special :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NKlamerus on November 24, 2015, 02:44:24 AM
Mini Mag Xl200. The "rotation" interface is incredible. (http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/23/b75cf35fabe1ded389278474511f0002.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Toolslinger on November 24, 2015, 01:22:57 PM
Received a Nitecore MH20 yesterday. :sa: The range on this thing is nuts and boy is it ever bright! Almost need to wear shades at night when it's on full power. 8)
Sooooooooooooooo jealous!!!!!!!

Pics?!!!

I'll try to get some updated shots of my EDC later today. :tu:

Here's the MH20 with some other gear (you know, for size reference ;)).
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pistonsandgears on November 25, 2015, 02:45:12 AM
Picked up a Thrunite TN32, its a light cannon  :D

Also have titanium and copper Maratac aaa's in route
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: David Quevedo on November 25, 2015, 09:32:19 PM
My two latest lights (that I actually have now.  Two more are in transit) have been Zebralights:
(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj571/david57strat/Flashlights/IMG_8601.jpg)
Rear - Zebralight SC62w. This was my first Zebralight. They make an amazing light, for its size, and the user interface is a stroke of genius :D
Front - Zebralight SC600w Mk II L2 - picked this one up on CPF, for a killer price.

The two latest actual purchases (which have yet to arrive) are 1) a Fenix E15 2016 Edition (450 lumens on a 1340 battery), and 2) an EagleTac DX30LC2 XP-L Hi V3.  I'll post pictures, once they arrive :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on November 27, 2015, 07:47:48 PM
This SS 14500 flashlight is my latest.

(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f46/edap6171/Mobile%20Uploads/DSC05370-01-01_zpstxlbvbzp.jpeg) (http://s44.photobucket.com/user/edap6171/media/Mobile%20Uploads/DSC05370-01-01_zpstxlbvbzp.jpeg.html)

That light looks as if it's ready for take-off.LOL.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on November 27, 2015, 07:50:01 PM
My two latest lights (that I actually have now.  Two more are in transit) have been Zebralights:
Rear - Zebralight SC62w. This was my first Zebralight. They make an amazing light, for its size, and the user interface is a stroke of genius :D
Front - Zebralight SC600w Mk II L2 - picked this one up on CPF, for a killer price.

The two latest actual purchases (which have yet to arrive) are 1) a Fenix E15 2016 Edition (450 lumens on a 1340 battery), and 2) an EagleTac DX30LC2 XP-L Hi V3.  I'll post pictures, once they arrive :D


(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj571/david57strat/Flashlights/IMG_8601.jpg)


Nice B&W photos,David.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: David Quevedo on November 28, 2015, 06:17:20 AM
My two latest lights (that I actually have now.  Two more are in transit) have been Zebralights:
Rear - Zebralight SC62w. This was my first Zebralight. They make an amazing light, for its size, and the user interface is a stroke of genius :D
Front - Zebralight SC600w Mk II L2 - picked this one up on CPF, for a killer price.

The two latest actual purchases (which have yet to arrive) are 1) a Fenix E15 2016 Edition (450 lumens on a 1340 battery), and 2) an EagleTac DX30LC2 XP-L Hi V3.  I'll post pictures, once they arrive :D


(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj571/david57strat/Flashlights/IMG_8601.jpg)


Nice B&W photos,David.

Thanks, brother.  Much appreciated!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on November 28, 2015, 08:13:22 PM
My two latest lights (that I actually have now.  Two more are in transit) have been Zebralights:
(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj571/david57strat/Flashlights/IMG_8601.jpg)
Rear - Zebralight SC62w. This was my first Zebralight. They make an amazing light, for its size, and the user interface is a stroke of genius :D
Front - Zebralight SC600w Mk II L2 - picked this one up on CPF, for a killer price.

The two latest actual purchases (which have yet to arrive) are 1) a Fenix E15 2016 Edition (450 lumens on a 1340 battery), and 2) an EagleTac DX30LC2 XP-L Hi V3.  I'll post pictures, once they arrive :D

Need to get one of these, can't beat the programability and the UI. Their price is a little too out of my price range ATM.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on November 28, 2015, 08:23:58 PM
Just received a couple more Nitecore Tubes today.

Took the green one off my car keys, and put a black one on instead. Now everything on there is black apart from my Vic Manager

I put the green one on my house keys in place of the Preon Revo, which works well as I already have a green Dime on there.

I put the clear one on the lanyard ring of my grey CS4...... and remembered how much worse the Juice is with anything on that lanyard loop. I've taken it back off, but not rehomed it with anything else yet
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 01, 2015, 02:38:37 PM
Finally, FINALLY got in my Gear Best version of the popular budget light the SPAMCORP (http://www.[url=http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,55947.0.html).com/led-flashlights/pp_168405.html]Eagle Eye X6[/url].  In fairness to Gear Best I suspect this is the second light they've had to send out as the first one got lost somewhere in transit.  However they made good without any quibble. 

It has four light levels running from Low up to Turbo and a hidden Strobe (double click after switching on in any other level).  Also has Mode Memory which, as some of you know, is a feature I like very much.  Seems very well made and is on a par with lights I've spent more money on.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on December 01, 2015, 04:07:49 PM
Nice looking light Gareth  :tu:

I still have an aversion to those cells, so i won't be joining you in that one :ahhh but I'd still be very interested in hearing how you get on with it  :salute:

I'm currently itching for a new 2x AA light for work use to replace my ailing Quark tactical. Wrong time of yeah to be spending though  :-\ It's not just the impending commerSmurfpillsed farce at the end of the month (which I'm minimising my exposure to), but just had to cough up for three tyres for the car this morning (managed to get some cheap part worn ones), I need a windscreen repair, and the MOT on the car is due too  ::)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 01, 2015, 04:16:25 PM
It looks good, I imagine Gareth.

50, why not 4 tyres?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 01, 2015, 04:44:33 PM
Cheers gents. :tu:

I feel your pain Al.  Never fun having to spend money on car stuff, no matter what time of year it is. :-\
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on December 01, 2015, 06:46:48 PM
It looks good, I imagine Gareth.

50, why not 4 tyres?

Two fronts desperately needed replacing, and one of the rear had a slow puncture. When they looked at it it was too close to the sidewall to repair. The fourth was fine.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 01, 2015, 07:35:26 PM
Honda cars are famous for wearing out their front tyres, especially when driven hard by you youngsters.
I always change all 4 tyres, if one needs changing - just a habit.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on December 01, 2015, 09:09:38 PM
Honda cars are famous for wearing out their front tyres, especially when driven hard by you youngsters.
I always change all 4 tyres, if one needs changing - just a habit.

 :D

I tend to just replace what needs replacing. If it's not bald or punctured it stays on  ;) It's actually very rare that I have a tyre that wears out, they usually have to be replaced due to punctures, although I've had a lot less since I sold the boat
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 02, 2015, 08:52:32 PM
these
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on December 02, 2015, 09:33:53 PM
Picked up a Mag Solitaire LED from Target. It's pretty neat though didn't I read somewhere about it suffering from battery-leakage?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 03, 2015, 12:58:50 AM
these
Those tubes freaking rock for just a little keychain light!
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on December 03, 2015, 01:05:01 AM
these
Those tubes freaking rock for just a little keychain light!
JR

Absolutely! I have just had to charge mine back up for the first time, although I have added another to the carry and have one on my car keys and one on my house keys. Came in very handy when the original was flat
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 03, 2015, 01:51:43 AM
these
Those tubes freaking rock for just a little keychain light!
JR

Absolutely! I have just had to charge mine back up for the first time, although I have added another to the carry and have one on my car keys and one on my house keys. Came in very handy when the original was flat
The only thing they need is a clip, something like those freedoms keychain sat it, but with a clip to hook to the underside of a hats brim, I saw this little thing but still needs a clip..
JR
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/9bea578f7c99cb0615babf45d19b572b_zpshd31bn81.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on December 03, 2015, 01:54:28 AM
How about self adhesive velcro?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 03, 2015, 01:58:09 AM
How about self adhesive velcro?
That's a thought,
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 03, 2015, 07:33:58 AM
these
Those tubes freaking rock for just a little keychain light!
JR

Absolutely! I have just had to charge mine back up for the first time, although I have added another to the carry and have one on my car keys and one on my house keys. Came in very handy when the original was flat
The only thing they need is a clip, something like those freedoms keychain sat it, but with a clip to hook to the underside of a hats brim, I saw this little thing but still needs a clip..
JR
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/9bea578f7c99cb0615babf45d19b572b_zpshd31bn81.jpg)

I got those as stocking fillers, but I may end up keeping one or three myself   :D

I like their simplicity. They were only  about $6, though the other lights ones shown were $0.70, so "only" is a relative term
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on December 03, 2015, 11:01:27 AM
It is a bit more expensive but gives you a lot more capabilities. It would be a bit awkward on a keychain.

http://flashlight.nitecore.com/product/t360


edit: Anyone getting the copper Tools?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 03, 2015, 11:08:04 AM
Thank you, maybe I will get one, when they are on offer.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on December 03, 2015, 10:11:54 PM
Thank you, maybe I will get one, when they are on offer.

The Tool or the T360?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 04, 2015, 07:35:00 AM
T360
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on December 09, 2015, 02:33:32 AM
These two arrived today.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAK Guy on December 09, 2015, 05:07:58 AM
Those are very nice TG!!! :2tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on December 09, 2015, 06:58:53 AM
Those are very nice TG!!! :2tu:

Thanks brother.

These have been discontinued for several years but are classics.It always surprises me when someone advertises models that have been out of production for many years.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on December 11, 2015, 01:21:32 AM
I discovered today that these were manufactured in 2009.

I bought four Surefire 6P's for some lego builds and these were also built in 2009.

I'm really curious as to why these lights have been stored for six years.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 12, 2015, 12:46:15 AM
I discovered today that these were manufactured in 2009.

I bought four Surefire 6P's for some lego builds and these were also built in 2009.

I'm really curious as to why these lights have been stored for six years.

The 6p is one of my most used old lights.

With some Malkoff love of course.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on December 12, 2015, 08:31:22 PM
I discovered today that these were manufactured in 2009.
I bought four Surefire 6P's for some lego builds and these were also built in 2009.
I'm really curious as to why these lights have been stored for six years.
The 6p is one of my most used old lights.
With some Malkoff love of course.

I hear you brother.

Here are SF 6P's with two Malkoffs on the left and two Sportac Triples one with XP-G2's and the other with Nichia 219's.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 13, 2015, 01:27:29 AM
I discovered today that these were manufactured in 2009.
I bought four Surefire 6P's for some lego builds and these were also built in 2009.
I'm really curious as to why these lights have been stored for six years.
The 6p is one of my most used old lights.
With some Malkoff love of course.

I hear you brother.

Here are SF 6P's with two Malkoffs on the left and two Sportac Triples one with XP-G2's and the other with Nichia 219's.

You should sell me one of them Malkoff 6ps. No need for two since they are tanks.

:pok:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on December 13, 2015, 06:58:29 AM
I discovered today that these were manufactured in 2009.
I bought four Surefire 6P's for some lego builds and these were also built in 2009.
I'm really curious as to why these lights have been stored for six years.
The 6p is one of my most used old lights.
With some Malkoff love of course.

I hear you brother.

Here are SF 6P's with two Malkoffs on the left and two Sportac Triples one with XP-G2's and the other with Nichia 219's.

You should sell me one of them Malkoff 6ps. No need for two since they are tanks.

:pok:

They're different models.One of the Malkoff's is a single mode M61LL.It's only 100 lumens but has 10.5 hours of run time.The other is a triple mode M61N-LMH which allows 15-80-375 lumens.

They are tanks but would also qualify as works of art.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 13, 2015, 06:07:30 PM
light, charger
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 13, 2015, 06:30:28 PM
Latest is still my Sunwayman V11R which is working out very well.

But now I want a 16340 and 14500 battery for it to get all the performance possible. Of course as long as I am going through all the hassle of getting a charger seems to reason I need some 18650 flashlight in my life.

Thinking a Olight S30 baton would fit the bill for only 30 bucks.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 13, 2015, 06:44:59 PM
Latest is still my Sunwayman V11R which is working out very well.

But now I want a 16340 and 14500 battery for it to get all the performance possible. Of course as long as I am going through all the hassle of getting a charger seems to reason I need some 18650 flashlight in my life.

Thinking a Olight S30 baton would fit the bill for only 30 bucks.

That one does look like excellent bang-for-buck. :tu:  Something similar to have a look at would be the Thrunite TN12.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 13, 2015, 06:57:39 PM
Latest is still my Sunwayman V11R which is working out very well.

But now I want a 16340 and 14500 battery for it to get all the performance possible. Of course as long as I am going through all the hassle of getting a charger seems to reason I need some 18650 flashlight in my life.

Thinking a Olight S30 baton would fit the bill for only 30 bucks.

That one does look like excellent bang-for-buck. :tu:  Something similar to have a look at would be the Thrunite TN12.

That TN12 looks nice but I like the Olight ui and slightly brighter moonlight mode. 1 lumen is perfect for me. Plus the TN12 being a two switch light is a bit longer then the S30.

I did not see how much they sell for but I can't imagine it is less than the Olight.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on December 16, 2015, 12:51:53 PM
I got some great deals from battery junction past 2 weeks, but I now have like 35 lihjts and its getting a bit ridiculous, will have to post some pics, but I got a Fenix E35 UE for about $31, Nitecore P12 about $37, And Jetbeam WL-S2 around $38. They all function slightly differently range 800-1000 lumens.

The Fenix has this huge broad hot spot, never seen anything so wide, its a great floodlight and u can access turbo from any mode and off.

Nitecore Is the brightest of the 3 has good accesorries in the package, had gotten an ec20 last year and wanted to see what its big brother could do and Im not dissappointed.

Jetbeam is XP-L, my first of these, has lots of battery options and changes modes in reverse from high to lower modes and lowest is 1 Lum moonlight

Im happy with all these, they offer something different from each other, but I have just too many now,will probably sell a few of my older models
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on December 16, 2015, 04:32:27 PM
Latest is still my Sunwayman V11R which is working out very well.

But now I want a 16340 and 14500 battery for it to get all the performance possible. Of course as long as I am going through all the hassle of getting a charger seems to reason I need some 18650 flashlight in my life.

Thinking a Olight S30 baton would fit the bill for only 30 bucks.

That one does look like excellent bang-for-buck. :tu:  Something similar to have a look at would be the Thrunite TN12.

The 2016 TN12 looks like a fantastic light.  I've also been looking at this particular light as I don't have anything like it. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: anditsgone on December 16, 2015, 05:56:40 PM
Fenix uc 35. Loving it  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SteveC on December 16, 2015, 09:58:10 PM
Coast AA focusing beam


(http://i.imgur.com/rvw5G1Ch.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on December 17, 2015, 06:21:02 PM
Two lights powered by AA's.

A Malkoff Devices MDC and a Surefire E2L AA Outdoorsman.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: rdub934 on December 17, 2015, 07:48:45 PM
Pleasantly surprised yesterday. Supply called and said they got new lights to issue to us. I figured it would be more of the cheapest light they could get that was made in America. I was wrong.

(http://i611.photobucket.com/albums/tt197/Russell_Wyatt_Jackson/Mobile%20Uploads/20151217_111600_zpsospdshpi.jpg) (http://s611.photobucket.com/user/Russell_Wyatt_Jackson/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151217_111600_zpsospdshpi.jpg.html)

(http://i611.photobucket.com/albums/tt197/Russell_Wyatt_Jackson/Mobile%20Uploads/20151217_112313-1_zpscwyfaxvm.png) (http://s611.photobucket.com/user/Russell_Wyatt_Jackson/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151217_112313-1_zpscwyfaxvm.png.html)

Surefire P3X Fury. It must be a pretty decent light based on the tan it gave me when I accidentally activated full power right in my face :D Also - I can't believe how expensive SF are. Glad I didn't have to pay for this monster.

Anybody got experience with this one?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on December 17, 2015, 08:14:12 PM
I have one but I've replaced the body with a FiveMega 2x18650 body.

It has longer run times,compared to three 123 primaries and of course the 18650's are rechargeable.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 22, 2015, 08:06:19 PM
BLF edition, A6 XP-L, 16000000000Lm  :P

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_2169.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_2171.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_2168.jpg)

more later, when I put in a fully charged battery

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_2166.jpg)

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on December 22, 2015, 08:16:38 PM
You always choose some weird brands :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 22, 2015, 08:35:08 PM
that is what makes me interesting and exciting to women  :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on December 22, 2015, 08:45:22 PM
I so wanna see these women :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 22, 2015, 08:57:43 PM
I though you only wanted to see men
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on December 22, 2015, 09:02:23 PM
derailer :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NKlamerus on December 22, 2015, 09:06:43 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20151222/f7ac2e30cfd3360449a14fed1324d787.jpg)
Fenix E12
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Etherealicer on December 31, 2015, 01:03:04 PM
Got my NiteCore Tube today... will let you know how it compares to the MecArmy :mail:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 02, 2016, 05:32:31 AM
I so wanna see these women :D

Me too, you got pictures?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on January 02, 2016, 02:20:03 PM
BLF edition, A6 XP-L, 16000000000Lm  :P


more later, when I put in a fully charged battery



Is this the Ti or bare Al? I just saw the copper one with the nice box and the glowy tailcap  :drool: :drool: :drool: Maybe in another lifetime :(

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 02, 2016, 02:32:25 PM
BLF edition, A6 XP-L, 16000000000Lm  :P


more later, when I put in a fully charged battery



Is this the Ti or bare Al? I just saw the copper one with the nice box and the glowy tailcap  :drool: :drool: :drool: Maybe in another lifetime :(

Bare Al = cheapest. I will write a bit about it soon. It is OK.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on January 03, 2016, 01:12:00 AM
I picked up a couple Mag AA and Solitaire sets at Walmart for $22. Deal of the century! :D :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stormdrane on January 07, 2016, 08:17:44 AM
Sold some knot work to buy this Olight S1 Baton, which is going on my keychain for edc, replacing my Acebeam L10. It's shorter but thicker than the L10, and smaller than the Olight S10 I have tucked away in a gadget drawer that seemed just a tad too large for keyring duty.

I like the S1 features and the ability to use rechargeable RCR123/16340 means saving money on batteries, with the slight downside of shorter runtimes than using primary CR123A cells.

As soon as it arrived today I used a scrap length of 0.9mm orange cord to tie the Spanish ring accent knot around the small groove at the head end of the light. I'll use the same attachment clip on my keyring that clipped to the split rings I've added to other flashlights for quick detachment when necessary. I like the titanium, brass, and copper versions, but decided to go with the basic aluminum body. :)

(http://i.imgur.com/UMW9lZd.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 07, 2016, 10:13:58 AM
Looking good Stormdrane. :tu:  I keep thinking about getting one of the Baton series but have yet to pull the trigger.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stormdrane on January 07, 2016, 10:41:51 AM
Looking good Stormdrane. :tu:  I keep thinking about getting one of the Baton series but have yet to pull the trigger.

I actually like the S1 so much, I'll probably sell off most of the others I have.  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 07, 2016, 02:48:58 PM
Looking good Stormdrane. :tu:  I keep thinking about getting one of the Baton series but have yet to pull the trigger.

Get the 18650 baton so you can be my guinea pig.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 15, 2016, 09:38:16 PM
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/toys002/IMG_2686.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 15, 2016, 10:03:58 PM
With its specs, looks and price, this tiny guy looks a lot like something Fenix would do (theirs might be a little more expensive maybe)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 15, 2016, 10:05:21 PM
You should get one..













 :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 16, 2016, 07:22:16 AM
 :twak:  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: rishardh on January 16, 2016, 07:38:42 AM

I found this Realtree mini lantern flashlight at Kohl's after christmas for $4.80. It looked cheap and the only reason I bought it was because it was in camo and I have a thing for camo. Took it home and it beat my Streamlight Siege lantern in brightness. I was pleasantly surprised.

So when my wife wanted to pay a visit to Kohl's today I quickly jumped at the idea (she was surprised) and luckily they had a few left and I grabbed another in black. For under $5 they will make excellent camping tent lanterns or backups if you got a nicer one.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 16, 2016, 08:00:46 AM
They are very useful. If you do not mind waiting eBay has them for half the price. Do a search for cree lantern.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: rishardh on January 16, 2016, 08:27:38 AM
They are very useful. If you do not mind waiting eBay has them for half the price. Do a search for cree lantern.

Cool, I see them in red and blue too. Thanks!  :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stormdrane on January 16, 2016, 03:00:13 PM
Recently bought a Nebo Larry C flashlight with COB LED, nice bright close area floodlight to light up a room/tent/engine compartment or whatnot, and an Olight RCR123A battery for my S1 Baton, less runtime than primary CR123 batteries but a money saver in the long run with a supposed 500 recharge cycles in one battery.

(http://i.imgur.com/VgClDbK.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ToolJoe on January 21, 2016, 03:36:09 AM
I bought a Maglite Solitaire LED earlier tonight. Decided to upgrade from my regular Solitaire.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 21, 2016, 07:37:01 AM
I bought a Maglite Solitaire LED earlier tonight. Decided to upgrade from my regular Solitaire.

How do you like it? Mine was so flickery I regretted ever considering it.


However... if I ever receive my "additional" payment I was promised for the end of the year, I may commit the sin of buying a copper Lumintop Tool  :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mrynnr on January 21, 2016, 08:15:55 AM
All this talk of flashlights makes me want more flashlights
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 21, 2016, 08:17:19 AM
All this talk of flashlights makes me want more flashlights

Yes. You know you want them. You know. What do you want? What are you gonna buy? When are you gonna buy it???  :drool: :drool:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 21, 2016, 08:36:48 AM
how do you like your new Blackwater Kite light NNR     :P :P





















 :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 21, 2016, 08:46:53 AM
 :twak:

:D:D:D

It's so Kite-y it hasn't landed yet  :rant:

 :think: I wonder if I'll ever get it.

That's why..... I'm drooling over a copper Tool  :drool: which will NOT be ordered from China :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mrynnr on January 21, 2016, 09:01:19 AM

All this talk of flashlights makes me want more flashlights

Yes. You know you want them. You know. What do you want? What are you gonna buy? When are you gonna buy it???  :drool: :drool:
i have a blue and green nitecore tubes coming. I'm also thinking of getting the olight s10RII... Got any recommendations?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 21, 2016, 09:06:59 AM
Hm.... not really, I guess, our tastes are rather different. I usually prefer AAA lights :D And I'm not a fan of the Tube's shape :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mrynnr on January 21, 2016, 10:15:54 AM
Oh I like me some trip A's too. I've got the blue and purple i3s
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Steinar on January 21, 2016, 10:27:25 AM
Flashlights are fun, but I'm pretty happy with what I got. Do I need to consult a doctor?  :dwts:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on January 21, 2016, 10:31:23 AM
Here is my latest one : a Nitecore MT06 :
For which i made a kind of review  (http://goo.gl/FTxFOh)(aimed at the thermal throttling 'feature' mostly)
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Xqgxzwn3vV8/VpDvm2qBLlI/AAAAAAAAFks/8fDdVdNq7JY/s1600/IMG_20160109_122959.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on January 21, 2016, 10:44:45 AM
Flashlights are fun, but I'm pretty happy with what I got. Do I need to consult a doctor?  :dwts:

I guess it depends on what you've got  ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ToolJoe on January 21, 2016, 03:16:58 PM
I bought a Maglite Solitaire LED earlier tonight. Decided to upgrade from my regular Solitaire.

So far so good. It was used pretty heavily while vacuuming out the dryer vent last night. It survived being taped to the dryer right above the door hanging down and being hit repeatedly by the vacuum in the process.

I had a regular Solitaire on my keychain and it felt like a natural progression going up to the LED version. I was looking at other keychain lights but this just seemed like a no brainer.

It must be okay. I didn't hear any complaints from mrs. TJ about being not bright enough last night  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NKlamerus on January 21, 2016, 04:57:31 PM
Here is my latest one : a Nitecore MT06 :
For which i made a kind of review  (http://goo.gl/FTxFOh)(aimed at the thermal throttling 'feature' mostly)
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Xqgxzwn3vV8/VpDvm2qBLlI/AAAAAAAAFks/8fDdVdNq7JY/s1600/IMG_20160109_122959.jpg)
Absolutely incredible review!

One of the only times I've seen math used out of high school ;)

It's hard to think about a flashlight being "too hot" to hold. I own a Nitecore EA41 and absolutely love it. It'll eat through some AAs but I only use it on high......

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on January 21, 2016, 05:08:50 PM
All this flashlight talk  :ahhh.  I want a 2AA maybe, maybe another AA  :think: , I really like the newest Zebralight  :gimme:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 21, 2016, 05:14:42 PM
All this flashlight talk  :ahhh.  I want a 2AA maybe, maybe another AA  :think: , I really like the newest Zebralight  :gimme:


I think you want a new AAA :think:

:D :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on January 21, 2016, 05:26:13 PM
Here is my latest one : a Nitecore MT06 :
For which i made a kind of review  (http://goo.gl/FTxFOh)(aimed at the thermal throttling 'feature' mostly)
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Xqgxzwn3vV8/VpDvm2qBLlI/AAAAAAAAFks/8fDdVdNq7JY/s1600/IMG_20160109_122959.jpg)
Absolutely incredible review!

One of the only times I've seen math used out of high school ;)

It's hard to think about a flashlight being "too hot" to hold. I own a Nitecore EA41 and absolutely love it. It'll eat through some AAs but I only use it on high......

Thank you,
Of course, holding it by the very tail is still ok, but it is hot enough that you cannot hold it by the head for long
This is linked to two points:
- the form factor so thin that the flashlight body doesn't have much specific surface area, which causes heat to be stored a lot more before dissipating it through air
- the XQ-E emitter is extremely small (1/4th of the surface of my LD12 XP-G2 emitter), giving the same issue: heat doesn't spread well to the light body from the emitter  :-\

--> I never experienced that kind of over heating issue on my LD12 that has a larger heat sink, and regulates current even on turbo mode (meaning that you'll get the 125lm for a while and not a constantly dropping light output)


btw, although i always use my LD12 in turbo mode (125lm), i rarely needs the MT06 to throw all its guts, the low mode (32lm) is enough for my indoor usage of it. i only miss a moonlight/firefly mode  :rant:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on January 21, 2016, 05:27:34 PM
All this flashlight talk  :ahhh.  I want a 2AA maybe, maybe another AA  :think: , I really like the newest Zebralight  :gimme:


I think you want a new AAA :think:

:D :D

I really do love the form factor and well pretty much everything else about the AAAs but I have so many AA envelops that need to be active  :D. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 21, 2016, 05:36:02 PM
LOL

Thrunite T10s :dd:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on January 21, 2016, 05:40:45 PM
LOL

Thrunite T10s :dd:

I've got 2, NW and CW.  Very nice light for the money and IMO really nice modes.  It's my daily carry around the house and one of 2-3 I carry when heading out as well.   
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 21, 2016, 06:12:02 PM
And IIIii didn't know :ahhh

Cool :D

I've wanted one for ages and never got down to buying it.

I never get to carry AA ones much :think: I'm currently trying to sell my Fenix E11 and Quark Mini AA to fund the future copper Tool... unless I decide not to buy one later :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on January 21, 2016, 06:14:31 PM
I've yet to get a tool but I do have one in my cart  :whistle:
I've yet to get a copper light so that maybe one to keep drooling over as well. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 21, 2016, 07:06:14 PM
I've yet to get a tool but I do have one in my cart  :whistle:
I've yet to get a copper light so that maybe one to keep drooling over as well.


Omg, get a copper Tool, get a copper Tool, get a copper ToOOOLLLL  :drool:
I'll compete with you in "who's gonna get theirs faster" :D I lost against DKS with the Black Water one  :facepalm: (mine's nowhere to be found yet, his arrived N days ago  >:D)

It'll be my first copper light, too.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on January 21, 2016, 07:20:30 PM
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=257379;image)

Fenix E20 (2015 edition) I've had it for about a month now. Nice, heavy feel in the hand, the tight beam is a good compromise for both indoors and outdoors and it seems floodier than it is. The tint is a yellow-ish silver hue which I like. There are some minor rings around the hotspot at close distance but they disappear when pointed far away.

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=257381;image)

Fenix provides some more info on the box than usual, about the beam's angles. Also, they've extended the warranty period to five years for lights made in 2015 and on. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 21, 2016, 07:26:55 PM
I used to have the E25 before and as I mentioned above, as a fan of mostly AAAs, I sold the E25..................... and then regretted it, lol.

I thought the E20 was that one that's controlled by shaking/montion, but after I googled, I think it's not.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on January 21, 2016, 08:03:19 PM
Thank you Firiki, I think :think:

Really nice range of lumens.  Decent run times as well.  Time to watch some reviews.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MWDP on January 21, 2016, 08:42:38 PM
CR123 Maratac

(http://i.imgur.com/dE1jHmB.jpg)

There are all of my lights

(http://i.imgur.com/3H7m0rE.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 21, 2016, 10:15:07 PM
Great addition, guys. :2tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Amoto on January 21, 2016, 10:40:24 PM
 Led Lenser T7.2 9807 320LM Tactical focus Camping torch flashlight gift box. Got on Ebay for $17.50 and $ 6 shipping. Like it better then T7
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: powernoodle on January 21, 2016, 10:49:18 PM
(http://i1070.photobucket.com/albums/u497/todd_x7/20160121_164251.jpg) (http://s1070.photobucket.com/user/todd_x7/media/20160121_164251.jpg.html)
I bought 2x Nitecore Tubes, and a Fenix E05 to replace one that have misplaced for several weeks.  I tried the Tube as a keychain light, but it actuated in my pocket after a couple of hours, so the Tubes will have to serve other purposes.  The E05 makes a great backup light - or primary light depending on your needs. It will run for several hours on low output, or give one hour of glory.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 21, 2016, 11:48:58 PM
I used to have the E25 before and as I mentioned above, as a fan of mostly AAAs, I sold the E25..................... and then regretted it, lol.

I thought the E20 was that one that's controlled by shaking/montion, but after I googled, I think it's not.

Looks like they've dropped that idea on the 2015 version.  Reverse tail switch, L-M-H-T sequence, mode memory.

Thank you Firiki, I think :think:

Really nice range of lumens.  Decent run times as well.  Time to watch some reviews.

Pretty reasonable price as well.  I'm not in the market for a 2xAA light, but if I was this would have to be in the running.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 22, 2016, 12:58:46 PM
Yeah. I... wouldn't trust that motion thingie much.




(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/nikoleta_rangelova/nikoleta_rangelova013/IMG_20160122_134451_zpsfzug1dvb.jpg) (http://s246.photobucket.com/user/nikoleta_rangelova/media/nikoleta_rangelova013/IMG_20160122_134451_zpsfzug1dvb.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 22, 2016, 01:06:51 PM
New Trousers NNR?

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on January 22, 2016, 01:13:04 PM
New Trousers NNR?


Not really  :think:


I've just watched a documentary on National Geographic about... men vs women & remembering details. You just proved their theory :D :D :D :D :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on January 22, 2016, 01:15:00 PM
I was just trying to figure out what you were showing in your picture...  did you get anything new?     :P :P :P
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on January 25, 2016, 01:49:24 PM
Thank you Firiki, I think :think:

Really nice range of lumens.  Decent run times as well.  Time to watch some reviews.

:think: Shouldn't you get one first, before thanking me?  :pok:    :angel:   :whistle:   :D


I always look for lights with good low-med modes and long runtimes, the E20 is decent at both. The lowest setting is good enough for work close to something (it could become a little too bright but nothing really annoying, YMMV) and for walking through known territorry with ease, 35 lumens is quite useful for ceiling bounce use in power outages or for walking at unknown territory, the 95 and 265 lumens are good for searching. The beam is tight and quite bright, if this helps?


I like this new E20, I think it's quite versatile. There are better lights in terms of tint or maximum output out there but I like the balance of useful output settings and very good runtimes on alkalines! The E20 won't be replacing my LD22 (215 lumens) but it filled a gap in my household needs of a general use, beater 2 x AA light quite nicely. The simple, straight-forward UI also means I won't be getting these reactions -->  ??? :rant: :twak: from my wife should she need to use it during my absense.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on January 25, 2016, 01:55:51 PM
I used to have the E25 before and as I mentioned above, as a fan of mostly AAAs, I sold the E25..................... and then regretted it, lol.

I thought the E20 was that one that's controlled by shaking/montion, but after I googled, I think it's not.

Looks like they've dropped that idea on the 2015 version.  Reverse tail switch, L-M-H-T sequence, mode memory.

Gareth said it all :salute:

I'll just add that there are no disco modes on this light and that it feels heavy and solid but not enough to go :twak: ing with it.

Edit: Oh, it only comes with a lanyard and 2 spare O-rings.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 25, 2016, 02:08:58 PM
Dang that E20 is a great deal.

Been looking for a bigger light for in the Truck and in a drawer at the house. Added bonus I don't have to give the wife a PowerPoint presentation on how to operate it.

Will it work with l-ion batteries?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on January 25, 2016, 02:30:53 PM
Dang that E20 is a great deal.

Been looking for a bigger light for in the Truck and in a drawer at the house. Added bonus I don't have to give the wife a PowerPoint presentation on how to operate it.

Will it work with l-ion batteries?

No Li-ion, only Ni-MH rechargeable cells  :-\ It can run on lithium primaries, which I like.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 25, 2016, 02:40:30 PM
Dang that E20 is a great deal.

Been looking for a bigger light for in the Truck and in a drawer at the house. Added bonus I don't have to give the wife a PowerPoint presentation on how to operate it.

Will it work with l-ion batteries?

No Li-ion, only Ni-MH rechargeable cells  :-\ It can run on lithium primaries, which I like.

Meh no big deal. This light would be more for the wife and kid anyhow so bleeding edge battery tech is not really necessary.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on January 25, 2016, 02:59:29 PM
Dang that E20 is a great deal.

Been looking for a bigger light for in the Truck and in a drawer at the house. Added bonus I don't have to give the wife a PowerPoint presentation on how to operate it.

Will it work with l-ion batteries?

No Li-ion, only Ni-MH rechargeable cells  :-\ It can run on lithium primaries, which I like.

Meh no big deal. This light would be more for the wife and kid anyhow so bleeding edge battery tech is not really necessary.

That was exactly my reasoning and so far so good, the wife is able to use it and in fact seems to like it (the baby can't really form an opinion yet). I keep it in a drawer next to a box with 4 spare lithium primaries in it, just in case. I hate throwing unused alkalines away every couple of years.

Must upgrade to rechargeables...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 26, 2016, 05:07:35 AM
Dang that E20 is a great deal.

Been looking for a bigger light for in the Truck and in a drawer at the house. Added bonus I don't have to give the wife a PowerPoint presentation on how to operate it.

Will it work with l-ion batteries?

No Li-ion, only Ni-MH rechargeable cells  :-\ It can run on lithium primaries, which I like.

Meh no big deal. This light would be more for the wife and kid anyhow so bleeding edge battery tech is not really necessary.

That was exactly my reasoning and so far so good, the wife is able to use it and in fact seems to like it (the baby can't really form an opinion yet). I keep it in a drawer next to a box with 4 spare lithium primaries in it, just in case. I hate throwing unused alkalines away every couple of years.

Must upgrade to rechargeables...

Just got me an Xtar charger last month but the budget ran out before I could get some batteries.

Can't wait to get me some soon.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: David Quevedo on January 26, 2016, 07:49:08 PM
Very cool :-). Which charger did you end up getting?  I love XTAR chargers. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Grathr on January 26, 2016, 07:56:03 PM
I just got this one in a Lootcrate :D
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160126/f215bc46aed8b6f93c8085c401c0dae8.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 26, 2016, 08:41:27 PM
I just got this one in a Lootcrate :D
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160126/f215bc46aed8b6f93c8085c401c0dae8.jpg)

Just watched them lastnight!
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mrynnr on January 26, 2016, 09:18:41 PM
Just got the nitecore tube in green and blue. Was surprised to see how small and light it was. Attached one to my coat zipper and I think ill attach the other one to my purse.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on January 26, 2016, 09:58:08 PM
Just got the nitecore tube in green and blue. Was surprised to see how small and light it was. Attached one to my coat zipper and I think ill attach the other one to my purse.

 :tu:

I have one on my car keys, one on my house keys, and one I haven't decided what to do with yet  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on January 27, 2016, 01:50:20 PM
Dang that E20 is a great deal.

Been looking for a bigger light for in the Truck and in a drawer at the house. Added bonus I don't have to give the wife a PowerPoint presentation on how to operate it.

Will it work with l-ion batteries?

No Li-ion, only Ni-MH rechargeable cells  :-\ It can run on lithium primaries, which I like.

Meh no big deal. This light would be more for the wife and kid anyhow so bleeding edge battery tech is not really necessary.

That was exactly my reasoning and so far so good, the wife is able to use it and in fact seems to like it (the baby can't really form an opinion yet). I keep it in a drawer next to a box with 4 spare lithium primaries in it, just in case. I hate throwing unused alkalines away every couple of years.

Must upgrade to rechargeables...

Just got me an Xtar charger last month but the budget ran out before I could get some batteries.

Can't wait to get me some soon.

Apparently Xtar chargers are very good for Li-ion cells. I was recommended one that can do various sizes and chemistries but alas at ~€60 (and no batteries, of course) it'll have to wait.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: lemo on February 01, 2016, 02:26:04 PM
Just got a Convoy S3. My first convoy light. It's great for the money. Nice floody beam.

(http://i791.photobucket.com/albums/yy196/mmmlemons_photos/con1_zpshesrzy6o.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 01, 2016, 02:27:55 PM
I've not got one, but I keep reading that the Convoy lights are excellent bang-for-buck. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Grathr on February 01, 2016, 03:07:29 PM
I tried to get a convoi , but it never arrived :(  i did get my money back though.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on February 02, 2016, 07:01:25 AM
For the first time in about 3 years, I have a new torch!  Well, a new one that I haven't owned previously, I did buy a new Streamlight microstream last year but that was a repeat.

I just got a Nitecore MT2A after some suggestions in a thread I posted with some questions.  This light has a hell of a beam, it is quoted to throw it 150+ meters, and boy does it back that up.  In turbo mode it is 345 lumens.  Just the high mode is around 160, which is brighter than anything I've routinely used.  My SA2 Eluma had a max brightness of 245, but I used it on the 48 lumen setting.  The medium on this new nitecore is 55 lumens, so that's even better.  Looking forward to getting to put this bad boy to use. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 03, 2016, 05:31:46 PM
I was given this, mint, military grade, aviation finger light. I changed the batteries and it works fine.

From what I know it must be this model here:
http://www.brightguy.com/Millite/Millite+Finger+Light

Two settings, filter.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on February 04, 2016, 04:42:10 PM
Not a latest flashlight, but I just figured I could use my Quark Mini AA with a 14500 cell. A bit late of a discovery, lol, but it's amazing on high. I wish I could measure the lumens :D.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on February 04, 2016, 05:49:04 PM
Not a latest flashlight, but I just figured I could use my Quark Mini AA with a 14500 cell. A bit late of a discovery, lol, but it's amazing on high. I wish I could measure the lumens :D.
Do you have a smartphone? if so there's a chance that you have a lux meter (used to auto-dim screen brightness), find it and aim the flashlight right at it (tune the position until you get the maximum value in lux)
CPU-Z app for android will give you the lux value in sensor section, then you need to measure the apex angle and distance between sensor and LED ==> then calculate the cd and lm (that you can adjust with the brand specs using standard batteries)
Here is my example (http://goo.gl/FTxFOh) when i wanted to show thermal throttling on MT06.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on February 04, 2016, 06:22:57 PM
Wow. Are you a physicist or something :D Thanks for the advice, but I guess I'll pass. I'm really not good at calculating stuff and I do have a smartphone, but I don't have a clue what you're talking about :think:

Anyway, compared to flashlights that state 100+ lumens (130-40), the Quark with 14500 looks a lot brighter, I'd love to say twice brighter.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 04, 2016, 06:47:56 PM
For the first time in about 3 years, I have a new torch!  Well, a new one that I haven't owned previously, I did buy a new Streamlight microstream last year but that was a repeat.

I just got a Nitecore MT2A after some suggestions in a thread I posted with some questions.  This light has a hell of a beam, it is quoted to throw it 150+ meters, and boy does it back that up.  In turbo mode it is 345 lumens.  Just the high mode is around 160, which is brighter than anything I've routinely used.  My SA2 Eluma had a max brightness of 245, but I used it on the 48 lumen setting.  The medium on this new nitecore is 55 lumens, so that's even better.  Looking forward to getting to put this bad boy to use.

Good to hear that's working out for you Sean. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on February 04, 2016, 07:06:46 PM
Here's my phone's best picture-taking ability, though :D

So, the brighter one is the Quark + 14500 and..

in the first picture we have Fenix LD02 on high, 110 stated lumens

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/nikoleta_rangelova/nikoleta_rangelova036/ld02_zpsqil4it6l.jpg) (http://s246.photobucket.com/user/nikoleta_rangelova/media/nikoleta_rangelova036/ld02_zpsqil4it6l.jpg.html)



Here it's compared to a Black Water Kite /MecArmy Illuminex at 130 stated lumens

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/nikoleta_rangelova/nikoleta_rangelova037/Black%20Water_zpsn9m6zjpd.jpg) (http://s246.photobucket.com/user/nikoleta_rangelova/media/nikoleta_rangelova037/Black%20Water_zpsn9m6zjpd.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on February 04, 2016, 08:30:56 PM
wow, looks bright!

Wow. Are you a physicist or something :D
==> Nah, just a curious end-user  :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on February 04, 2016, 08:52:36 PM
I've watched a few reviews in the last hours and a couple of people said that using 14500 the light gets to 260 lumens :drool:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: powernoodle on February 04, 2016, 11:24:08 PM
I bought 2x Nitecore Tubes, and a Fenix E05 to replace one that have misplaced for several weeks.

I found the E05 that I had misplaced.  Thanks everyone for your prayers.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on February 09, 2016, 07:08:04 PM
Here is my latest one : a Nitecore MT06 :
For which i made a kind of review  (http://goo.gl/FTxFOh)(aimed at the thermal throttling 'feature' mostly)
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Xqgxzwn3vV8/VpDvm2qBLlI/AAAAAAAAFks/8fDdVdNq7JY/s1600/IMG_20160109_122959.jpg)

Just quoting myself as i've made quite a nice update to the review: this time i have temperature values! (http://goo.gl/FTxFOh)
(https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-nn_T90KeMao/VroiF5VaTqI/AAAAAAAAFng/-jICQNlHAGU/s1024/Therma_foot-print_and_runtime-commented.png)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Grathr on February 11, 2016, 02:29:12 PM
Just got a Blackwater kite.
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160211/27bbeda94255943c855957af7519dc26.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 11, 2016, 04:43:19 PM
Nööööœ
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Grathr on February 11, 2016, 05:07:30 PM
Everything ok there DKS? :P
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 11, 2016, 05:13:44 PM
Yëëêåāâß
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Grathr on February 11, 2016, 05:35:18 PM
....Riiiiiight.....
*backing slowly out the door*
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on February 11, 2016, 05:43:58 PM
I think he's jealous because you got the same light as he did not long ago :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zed on February 11, 2016, 05:49:29 PM
Not really into torches but always had a thing about maglites,had a minimaglite and a 6 Dcell maglite in the late 80's due to some trades on here I've now got a black minimaglite and a red 6 Dcell maglite and a copper cloured 2Dcell one on its way,plus a red solitair,I do like there build quality  :tu:
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Grathr on February 11, 2016, 05:50:12 PM

I think he's jealous because you got the same light as he did not long ago :D

Well, It is partly his fault for advertising it. Thats how I found it :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 11, 2016, 05:53:39 PM
I should be getting commision from what grathr buys  :rofl:

Bulgarians - they need help even for their x-factor   :whistle:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Grathr on February 11, 2016, 05:59:01 PM
:rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on February 11, 2016, 06:06:54 PM
What? I didn't get the joke :ahhh

What's wrong with our X-factor? The show you mean? Gee, I'm stupid tonight.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 11, 2016, 06:08:55 PM
What? I didn't get the joke :ahhh

What's wrong with our X-factor? The show you mean? Gee, I'm stupid tonight.
Tonight?













See who won it
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Grathr on February 11, 2016, 06:13:59 PM

What? I didn't get the joke :ahhh

What's wrong with our X-factor? The show you mean? Gee, I'm stupid tonight.
Tonight?













See who won it

Cyprus doesnt have their own x-factor so they have to go to Bulgaria to participate?? :P

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 11, 2016, 06:30:51 PM
 ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on February 11, 2016, 06:37:31 PM
Oooh. That's what you mean. lol, I see. I don't like the singing shows that much, so I don't follow them :D

I guess as we know your ... part of Europe is suffering a crisis, we generously let one of yours win to relieve your suffering a bit :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 11, 2016, 06:39:21 PM
You need to come and win some competition here to get even :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on February 11, 2016, 06:40:21 PM
Do you have a blood-donation competition :D :D :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 11, 2016, 06:41:23 PM
Blue blood?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Grathr on February 11, 2016, 06:42:04 PM
Yes!
NNR could demonstrate her amazing knife juggling skills!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 11, 2016, 06:42:59 PM
She is talented....   :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on February 11, 2016, 06:51:55 PM
 :duel:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 11, 2016, 06:56:36 PM
Attack!!!!!!!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on February 11, 2016, 07:32:08 PM
En garde!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Grathr on February 11, 2016, 08:27:04 PM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160211/ef7613500740c9c5713ab2b7ea84684d.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on February 11, 2016, 08:35:48 PM
Are you mad?!

Show content
Don't provoke her!

Show content
You'll end up with no legs!

Show content
(http://33.media.tumblr.com/b143523e0284da1fc1dc1cceb62fba86/tumblr_n34idbuy8M1rpzci6o2_500.gif)

See?...

 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:



Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on February 12, 2016, 04:42:13 AM
Where you going? Its just a flash wound!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on February 12, 2016, 04:52:17 AM
Not a new flashlight but it kinda feels like one.

Some 16340 batteries for my Sunwayman V11R. A little more then double the lumens according to my research. About 500 from such a small light.


(http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i86/HarleyXJGuy/Mobile%20Uploads/rps20160211_214604_460.jpg~original) (http://s70.photobucket.com/user/HarleyXJGuy/media/Mobile%20Uploads/rps20160211_214604_460.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 12, 2016, 07:37:46 PM
Got a few of these. I can not believe how bright they are.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/toys005/IMG_3145.jpg)

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zed on February 12, 2016, 08:41:15 PM
Another D cell maglite from jon  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Joe58 on February 12, 2016, 11:47:29 PM
A copper Peak Eiger Ultra arrived today. I clipped it to a copper minichamp.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAK Guy on February 21, 2016, 01:43:19 AM
:facepalm: 

http://www.ebay.com/itm/371557137627

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on February 21, 2016, 10:19:33 AM
:facepalm: 

http://www.ebay.com/itm/371557137627

 :D   It's super nice of you to give it a good home.   :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAK Guy on February 21, 2016, 05:09:04 PM
:facepalm: 

http://www.ebay.com/itm/371557137627

 :D   It's super nice of you to give it a good home.   :salute:

Thanks Dr. Z!  Don't see the Ultra M's, especially the reds, very often.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on February 21, 2016, 09:47:32 PM

I don’t come in here very often as you Guys are a bad influence on me  :pok:

So I slipped this week and these turned up from another forum  ::)

Both great lights but I think I love the Olight S15R baton  :dd:

(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/2016/DSC04519.jpg) (http://s112.photobucket.com/user/sparky_415/media/2016/DSC04519.jpg.html)

(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/2016/DSC04524.jpg) (http://s112.photobucket.com/user/sparky_415/media/2016/DSC04524.jpg.html)

(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/2016/DSC04532.jpg) (http://s112.photobucket.com/user/sparky_415/media/2016/DSC04532.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: hiraethus on February 29, 2016, 11:24:32 AM
Pic's a bit dark, Sparky.  You'd have been better off using one of your new torches to light the pic. :pok:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: magentus on February 29, 2016, 11:36:03 AM
Pic's a bit dark, Sparky.  You'd have been better off using one of your new torches to light the pic. :pok:
See what he did there? No, Me neither, because the pic is too dark.  :pok:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: hiraethus on February 29, 2016, 11:43:58 AM
Just got a Thrunite T10T
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1500/25278807451_86be036a49_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/EvNuKM)
It's very shiny.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on February 29, 2016, 12:32:23 PM
Pic's a bit dark, Sparky.  You'd have been better off using one of your new torches to light the pic. :pok:

His torches are terrible...

Show content
He used two and the pic was still dark...

 :whistle:

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: magentus on February 29, 2016, 02:09:26 PM
Just got a Thrunite T10T
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1500/25278807451_86be036a49_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/EvNuKM)
It's very shiny.
Can you send it to Sparky? Rumour has it he needs a decent torch to improve his photography.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on February 29, 2016, 02:12:45 PM
Sparky has me thinking I need some new Olight in my life.

Maybe something 18650.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on February 29, 2016, 09:22:05 PM

Hey  :twak:

 :pok: It’s a moody and atmospheric picture.... it’s sexy!
(well I generally look better in the dark (and that’s before any of you kids mention it  :P ))

Get one Harley, Mine doesn’t take batteries I just have to find a USB port to plug the little base thingy in to  ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on March 01, 2016, 04:52:29 AM

Hey  :twak:

 :pok: It’s a moody and atmospheric picture.... it’s sexy!
(well I generally look better in the dark (and that’s before any of you kids mention it  :P ))

Get one Harley, Mine doesn’t take batteries I just have to find a USB port to plug the little base thingy in to  ;)

Yeah you got the R model right?

So it turns out the 650 mah 16340 batteries I got have to be the smallest capacity in the history of batteries. Good enough for EDC with a back up close by I guess but I need something better.



Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAK Guy on March 01, 2016, 05:17:42 AM
Snagged a couple of new red led Ultra M's....    :tu:

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on March 01, 2016, 10:00:46 AM

Hey  :twak:

 :pok: It’s a moody and atmospheric picture.... it’s sexy!
(well I generally look better in the dark (and that’s before any of you kids mention it  :P ))

Get one Harley, Mine doesn’t take batteries I just have to find a USB port to plug the little base thingy in to  ;)

Yeah you got the R model right?

So it turns out the 650 mah 16340 batteries I got have to be the smallest capacity in the history of batteries. Good enough for EDC with a back up close by I guess but I need something better.

Yep, mine came with a 750mah 14500 battery
The only negative thing I can say about it is the magnet isn’t any stronger than it needs to be but it works
Apart from that I love this light  :dd:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GHcsmu0C3Do
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on March 01, 2016, 12:30:53 PM

Hey  :twak:

 :pok: It’s a moody and atmospheric picture.... it’s sexy!
(well I generally look better in the dark (and that’s before any of you kids mention it  :P ))

Get one Harley, Mine doesn’t take batteries I just have to find a USB port to plug the little base thingy in to  ;)

You've been around MTo for awhile, right?

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: magentus on March 01, 2016, 12:48:24 PM
pfrsantos, thanks for keeping my favourite comedy character ever; Michael Scott, alive and well on this forum.  :salute:

When I'm on a downer it gives me a good feeling in my tummy when you do that (there - a gift for you  :D)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on March 01, 2016, 12:54:28 PM
pfrsantos, thanks for keeping my favourite comedy character ever; Michael Scott, alive and well on this forum.  :salute:

When I'm on a downer it gives me a good feeling in my tummy when you do that (there - a gift for you  :D)

Well, I don't want you to feel down.

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 >:D >:D

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Rossko07 on March 07, 2016, 12:41:51 PM
Picked up a backup light, well more for home or anytime I'm not at work. Got a Fenix E12. Pretty nice, I can honestly say it's not as nice as my d25a and it is slightly bigger in diameter and a few mm longer but a nice light. Fits in the skinth nicely too.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 08, 2016, 04:13:15 PM
Picked up a backup light, well more for home or anytime I'm not at work. Got a Fenix E12. Pretty nice, I can honestly say it's not as nice as my d25a and it is slightly bigger in diameter and a few mm longer but a nice light. Fits in the skinth nicely too.

All other lights pale in comparison to the D25A. >:D  The fact I have a good few lights other than my D25A is completely immaterial. :whistle:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on March 10, 2016, 06:31:25 PM
Just got a Factor GHOST130 - The perfect companion for my Glo Fob.
(http://imageshack.com/a/img924/7526/S7Nb0c.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on March 11, 2016, 10:23:06 PM
Picked up a backup light, well more for home or anytime I'm not at work. Got a Fenix E12. Pretty nice, I can honestly say it's not as nice as my d25a and it is slightly bigger in diameter and a few mm longer but a nice light. Fits in the skinth nicely too.

All other lights pale in comparison to the D25A. >:D  The fact I have a good few lights other than my D25A is completely immaterial. :whistle:

Maybe I should give up looking for the NW and just go with the CW.   :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: 16VGTIDave on March 14, 2016, 01:15:00 PM

Maybe I should give up looking for the NW and just go with the CW.   :think:

Don't "settle" for another light (or anything else for that matter) if you don't have to. You will never be happy with it. It will be set aside or eventually sold at a loss.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on March 14, 2016, 02:36:33 PM

Maybe I should give up looking for the NW and just go with the CW.   :think:

Don't "settle" for another light (or anything else for that matter) if you don't have to. You will never be happy with it. It will be set aside or eventually sold at a loss.

What if I get both, will I be twice as happy?   ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 14, 2016, 03:23:35 PM

Maybe I should give up looking for the NW and just go with the CW.   :think:

Don't "settle" for another light (or anything else for that matter) if you don't have to. You will never be happy with it. It will be set aside or eventually sold at a loss.

I've learned that lesson a few times. :-\  Every time you look or use the one you "settled for" you'll think of the one you should have gotten. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Steinar on March 14, 2016, 04:42:52 PM
Isn't "Get both," what we always say around these parts anyway?

That said, flashlights are fun, so as long as money allows, I tend to slowly accumulate them.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on March 14, 2016, 06:56:58 PM
Isn't "Get both," what we always say around these parts anyway?

That said, flashlights are fun, so as long as money allows, I tend to slowly accumulate them.

They really are fun.  I'm a bit bummed the time changed so more daylight  :D.  I do enjoy using my lights and tend to always find a reason.  I also just like having one or 3 on me. 

Picked up a backup light, well more for home or anytime I'm not at work. Got a Fenix E12. Pretty nice, I can honestly say it's not as nice as my d25a and it is slightly bigger in diameter and a few mm longer but a nice light. Fits in the skinth nicely too.

All other lights pale in comparison to the D25A. >:D  The fact I have a good few lights other than my D25A is completely immaterial. :whistle:

Maybe I should give up looking for the NW and just go with the CW.   :think:

No way.  I got my first NW and to be honest I wasn't happy.  I then got the CW version and went immediately back to the NW.  I do like the tint very much and while I'm happy with BOTH my NW see the bulk of pocket time. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Rossko07 on March 14, 2016, 10:14:27 PM

Isn't "Get both," what we always say around these parts anyway?

That said, flashlights are fun, so as long as money allows, I tend to slowly accumulate them.

They really are fun.  I'm a bit bummed the time changed so more daylight  :D.  I do enjoy using my lights and tend to always find a reason.  I also just like having one or 3 on me. 

Picked up a backup light, well more for home or anytime I'm not at work. Got a Fenix E12. Pretty nice, I can honestly say it's not as nice as my d25a and it is slightly bigger in diameter and a few mm longer but a nice light. Fits in the skinth nicely too.

All other lights pale in comparison to the D25A. >:D  The fact I have a good few lights other than my D25A is completely immaterial. :whistle:

Maybe I should give up looking for the NW and just go with the CW.   :think:

No way.  I got my first NW and to be honest I wasn't happy.  I then got the CW version and went immediately back to the NW.  I do like the tint very much and while I'm happy with BOTH my NW see the bulk of pocket time.

NW / CW, what is this that you speak of?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 15, 2016, 01:37:43 AM
That's Neutral White and Cool White.  Neutral white is more like the tone you get from a old incandescent bulb, Cool white is what you'd be more used to seeing from most LEDs; bright, but cold.  Cool LEDs tend to be a little brighter in theory, but not normally so much to make any real world difference IMO.  Hope that helps. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 15, 2016, 01:41:53 AM
Here's a good pic from Aloha007 that shows the difference nicely.

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=64929.0;attach=262542;image)

Taken from this post in another thread: http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,64929.msg1235444.html#msg1235444
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on March 15, 2016, 01:16:03 PM
Thanks for the advice guys, the hunt will continue.   :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on March 15, 2016, 04:47:31 PM
Thanks for the advice guys, the hunt will continue.   :cheers:

What are you trying to find Lobby?

A CW D25A?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on March 15, 2016, 05:20:39 PM
Thanks for the advice guys, the hunt will continue.   :cheers:

What are you trying to find Lobby?

A CW D25A?

I believe he's after a NW
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 15, 2016, 05:34:45 PM
Thanks for the advice guys, the hunt will continue.   :cheers:

What are you trying to find Lobby?

A CW D25A?

I believe he's after a NW

I've just been looking as well and they're not out there as far as I can tell.  The only ones I've seen are the Nichia 219 versions which, while a warm tint, aren't nearly as bright as the other options.  I'm guessing they must have their upsides or else Eagletac wouldn't use them, but I'm not sure I see what it is. :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on March 15, 2016, 05:48:37 PM
What does the nw offer that a cw light doesn't?

You need to be able to see colors real well or just prefer the tint?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tommy07 on March 15, 2016, 07:02:22 PM
quite happy with my new mini cree. not as cool as the maratac ti but i like it

(http://s18.postimg.org/r07l3bnqh/IMG_8435.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on March 15, 2016, 07:10:59 PM
What does the nw offer that a cw light doesn't?

You need to be able to see colors real well or just prefer the tint?

I personally believe this ^^ there are however subtle differences. 

When I got my Thrunite T10 NW it was my first NW.  I was disappointed at first and immediately ordered the CW.  Once I got both lights in hand and played with them in different scenarios I could then appreciate the tint of the NW.  To me the NW appeared less bright but I liked how my eyes perceived the light. 

I don't personally notice the color rendition unless I've been using my NW for extended periods then go to my CW.  I do like NW tints and will be getting more.


 https://youtu.be/iurgFBzUrSE
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on March 15, 2016, 10:22:32 PM
Convoy S2+ Flashlight with the XM-L2 U2 1A emitter for some cool white tint and some protected 18650 Panasonic 3400 mah cells.

First 18650 light and it was only like 16 dollars. The two batteries I got cost more then the light did lol.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 15, 2016, 10:31:23 PM
quite happy with my new mini cree. not as cool as the maratac ti but i like it

(http://s18.postimg.org/r07l3bnqh/IMG_8435.jpg)

Is that a AA or a AAA?  Looks small for a AA light. :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tommy07 on March 16, 2016, 07:40:02 AM
quite happy with my new mini cree. not as cool as the maratac ti but i like it

(http://s18.postimg.org/r07l3bnqh/IMG_8435.jpg)

Is that a AA or a AAA?  Looks small for a AA light. :think:

AA

here u go: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Lumen-Q5-Zoomable-Adjustable-Flashlight/dp/B007B86KLC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1458110326&sr=8-1&keywords=mini+cree+led
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 16, 2016, 11:38:08 AM
quite happy with my new mini cree. not as cool as the maratac ti but i like it

(http://s18.postimg.org/r07l3bnqh/IMG_8435.jpg)

Is that a AA or a AAA?  Looks small for a AA light. :think:

AA

here u go: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Lumen-Q5-Zoomable-Adjustable-Flashlight/dp/B007B86KLC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1458110326&sr=8-1&keywords=mini+cree+led

Thanks for that.  I've seen pictures of them before, but your shot make it look smaller than I thought they were. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on March 17, 2016, 03:03:25 AM
So the other day I decide I need some 18650 in my life for more run time then my 16340 SWM V11R.

Decide on the Nitecore P12GT for the awesome throw and UI. So a little research and find a group buy with a great price on CPF.

This is where my story should end except I caught the guy running the group buy on the weekend and it took a while to get the code.

While I am waiting I order a Convoy S2+ because sixteen dollars.

Of course I need a 18350 tube for the Convoy because choice is good. While looking for the tube I run across something called a Manker BLF A6. 1300 lumens from a protected high drain 18650 and a simple UI.

Long story long now I have three lights in the mail and I didn't really even need the first one lol.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zepla on March 17, 2016, 11:24:32 AM
Yep, mine came with a 750mah 14500 battery
The only negative thing I can say about it is the magnet isn’t any stronger than it needs to be but it works
Apart from that I love this light  :dd:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GHcsmu0C3Do
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I was just wondering, I have the S10R and it does not always goes on when I push the on switch. I have to hit it on the table or unsrew and screw on the battery housing. Do you have any experience with that on yours as well?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on March 17, 2016, 02:33:16 PM
...
Long story long now I have three lights in the mail and I didn't really even need the first one lol.

I hear magentus is running a shelter for unneeded/unwanted torches down there in his U-boat at an undisclosed location. Maybe contacting him is the right thing to do for these poor things  :angel:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on March 17, 2016, 06:15:09 PM
Got another one, from a local shop, under 2 Euro
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 18, 2016, 10:13:16 AM
So the other day I decide I need some 18650 in my life for more run time then my 16340 SWM V11R.

Decide on the Nitecore P12GT for the awesome throw and UI. So a little research and find a group buy with a great price on CPF.

This is where my story should end except I caught the guy running the group buy on the weekend and it took a while to get the code.

While I am waiting I order a Convoy S2+ because sixteen dollars.

Of course I need a 18350 tube for the Convoy because choice is good. While looking for the tube I run across something called a Manker BLF A6. 1300 lumens from a protected high drain 18650 and a simple UI.

Long story long now I have three lights in the mail and I didn't really even need the first one lol.

OK buddy, step away from the keyboard and put down the bank card.  Nice and slowly.

 :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on March 18, 2016, 12:46:20 PM
What does the nw offer that a cw light doesn't?

You need to be able to see colors real well or just prefer the tint?

Colour rendition can make quite a difference when your eyes are tired or when you're stressed out.

Some borrowed pics that might help see why.



Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: magentus on March 18, 2016, 02:24:25 PM
So the other day I decide I need some 18650 in my life for more run time then my 16340 SWM V11R.

Decide on the Nitecore P12GT for the awesome throw and UI. So a little research and find a group buy with a great price on CPF.

This is where my story should end except I caught the guy running the group buy on the weekend and it took a while to get the code.

While I am waiting I order a Convoy S2+ because sixteen dollars.

Of course I need a 18350 tube for the Convoy because choice is good. While looking for the tube I run across something called a Manker BLF A6. 1300 lumens from a protected high drain 18650 and a simple UI.

Long story long now I have three lights in the mail and I didn't really even need the first one lol.
Cough giveaway Cough
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on March 19, 2016, 02:53:51 AM
So the other day I decide I need some 18650 in my life for more run time then my 16340 SWM V11R.

Decide on the Nitecore P12GT for the awesome throw and UI. So a little research and find a group buy with a great price on CPF.

This is where my story should end except I caught the guy running the group buy on the weekend and it took a while to get the code.

While I am waiting I order a Convoy S2+ because sixteen dollars.

Of course I need a 18350 tube for the Convoy because choice is good. While looking for the tube I run across something called a Manker BLF A6. 1300 lumens from a protected high drain 18650 and a simple UI.

Long story long now I have three lights in the mail and I didn't really even need the first one lol.

OK buddy, step away from the keyboard and put down the bank card.  Nice and slowly.

 :D

IKR?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stormdrane on March 27, 2016, 12:30:22 PM
Received a Lumintop Worm that I'd won in a Facebook giveaway.  Nice little AAA light that I couldn't help but add some knot work to, around the grooves of the flashlight body.  :D

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1493/25449129114_a203a879ee_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ELRrsb)
Spanish ring knots in grooves (https://flic.kr/p/ELRrsb) by David Hopper (https://www.flickr.com/photos/stormdrane/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAK Guy on March 27, 2016, 02:52:36 PM
:drool:  That drips with awesomeness SD!!! :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on March 27, 2016, 03:54:59 PM
:drool:  That drips with awesomeness SD!!! :cheers:

Looks great.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAK Guy on March 29, 2016, 02:45:19 AM
The Foursevens PK Knight arrived....shown with a CR123a battery holder from County Comm.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/PK%20Knight_zpsgjrqbfwz.jpg)


Kinda small for a 450 Lumen light.... :D
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/PK%20Size_zpsd1ulrsdr.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on March 29, 2016, 03:49:02 AM
The Foursevens PK Knight arrived....shown with a CR123a battery holder from County Comm.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/PK%20Knight_zpsgjrqbfwz.jpg)


Kinda small for a 450 Lumen light.... :D
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/PK%20Size_zpsd1ulrsdr.jpg)

Cool looking light SG. Four7s is suppose to make pretty good lights.

Got me a little one also from Olight. The S1 Baton.

(http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i86/HarleyXJGuy/Mobile%20Uploads/rps20160328_104142_588.jpg) (http://s70.photobucket.com/user/HarleyXJGuy/media/Mobile%20Uploads/rps20160328_104142_588.jpg.html)

Got a Nitecore P12GT in the mail today also. Very good throw for a single 18650 tube light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAK Guy on March 29, 2016, 04:17:49 AM
The Foursevens PK Knight arrived....shown with a CR123a battery holder from County Comm.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/PK%20Knight_zpsgjrqbfwz.jpg)


Kinda small for a 450 Lumen light.... :D
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/PK%20Size_zpsd1ulrsdr.jpg)

Cool looking light SG. Four7s is suppose to make pretty good lights.

Got me a little one also from Olight. The S1 Baton.

(http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i86/HarleyXJGuy/Mobile%20Uploads/rps20160328_104142_588.jpg) (http://s70.photobucket.com/user/HarleyXJGuy/media/Mobile%20Uploads/rps20160328_104142_588.jpg.html)

Got a Nitecore P12GT in the mail today also. Very good throw for a single 18650 tube light.

Thanks buddy!!! The S1 Baton 500 is an awesome one Harley...I've read about it!!  :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:

I'll look up the Nightcore but it's probably great too!!!!!  :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAK Guy on March 29, 2016, 04:59:36 AM
Here it is with its "strike" bezel out....reminds me of my Chihuahua.    :facepalm:   :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAK Guy on March 31, 2016, 10:32:23 PM
The battery holders came in....

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/PK%20Knight%20and%20accessories_zps6lmwzog1.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: powernoodle on April 01, 2016, 12:24:20 AM
I was given this one recently.  Nebo Slyde:  http://www.amazon.com/Nebo-6156-flashlight-EdisonBright-batteries/dp/B00OMRCB22/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1459462911&sr=8-16&keywords=nebo+slyde

Its actually a pretty darn good light, especially for the cost.  The main light is very throwy, with a tight hot spot and a little spill, and there is a secondary 16x LED array to provide area lighting.  I have a few versions of the Nebo brand lights and have been happy with all of them.  I own plenty of spendy lights, but this one rocks in the <$25 range.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zepla on April 01, 2016, 12:50:20 PM
A Fenix light is my latest. So far I like it. Rechargable is what did it for me with the option to put "normal" bateries in there as well. I also got me a Olight S10R, nice as well but not reliable, well not the one I have at least, and it does need a "special" charger (that comes with the light). The Fenix can be charged with any micro USB you have laying around which makes more sense to me that a specific charger.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WolfHunter3877 on April 02, 2016, 08:26:10 AM
Thrunite T10 arrived earlier today, still waiting on a Thrunite Archer 2A to come in as well...

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160402/da340f68a08ba99893e5e11ca4226b42.jpg)

Sent from my SM-G920T using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WolfHunter3877 on April 05, 2016, 06:53:30 AM
My thrunite 2A archer came in finally as well as my 3 pack of field notes...

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160405/7247055ed320253f1d28fa3959613560.jpg)

Sent from my SM-G920T using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on April 05, 2016, 07:02:29 AM
Thrunite T10 arrived earlier today, still waiting on a Thrunite Archer 2A to come in as well...

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160402/da340f68a08ba99893e5e11ca4226b42.jpg)

Sent from my SM-G920T using Tapatalk

Great light but tell me about that folder. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WolfHunter3877 on April 05, 2016, 06:07:40 PM
Thrunite T10 arrived earlier today, still waiting on a Thrunite Archer 2A to come in as well...

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160402/da340f68a08ba99893e5e11ca4226b42.jpg)

Sent from my SM-G920T using Tapatalk

Great light but tell me about that folder.
It's a Benchmade Mini Stimulus (Auto)

Sent from my SM-G920T using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on April 06, 2016, 07:09:18 PM
The battery holders came in....

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/PK%20Knight%20and%20accessories_zps6lmwzog1.jpg)

Where did you get them SG??

How you like em so far??
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gryffin on April 10, 2016, 02:35:05 AM
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/PK%20Size_zpsd1ulrsdr.jpg)

You guys and your little CR lights… If I carried one that small, I'd prolly lose it amongst the pocket lint.  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: David Quevedo on April 10, 2016, 09:26:37 AM
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/PK%20Size_zpsd1ulrsdr.jpg)

You guys and your little CR lights… If I carried one that small, I'd prolly lose it amongst the pocket lint.  :D

How about one of these?


(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj571/david57strat/Flashlights/IMG_7808.jpg)
Jetbeam WL-S4 MT-G2 - on the right.  Definitely not a pocket lint collector

...or how about one of these?

(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj571/david57strat/Flashlights/IMG_7801.jpg)
Maglite 6D with TerraLux 1000 lumen upgrade - a mini baseball bat, with light that comes out of the end

Perhaps one of these?

(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj571/david57strat/Flashlights/IMG_7737.jpg)
Armytek Barracuda XM-L2 T6 (the one on the right)

Orr....


(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj571/david57strat/Flashlights/IMG_7791.jpg)
Thrunite TN30 (on the right) - a huge flooder

(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj571/david57strat/Flashlights/IMG_7087a.jpg)
Fenix TK51 (on the right) - dual reflector, with dedicated flood and spot beams
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on April 10, 2016, 10:10:38 PM
Have several latest flashlight but the favorite so far is my Fenix LD50, only because is able to run with just one of its batteries.
(http://imageshack.com/a/img923/787/U2n3eW.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 10, 2016, 10:44:04 PM
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/PK%20Size_zpsd1ulrsdr.jpg)

You guys and your little CR lights… If I carried one that small, I'd prolly lose it amongst the pocket lint.  :D

How about one of these?


(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj571/david57strat/Flashlights/IMG_7808.jpg)

That sooo looks like a minion poking his eye out sideways!
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 10, 2016, 11:23:37 PM
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/PK%20Size_zpsd1ulrsdr.jpg)

You guys and your little CR lights… If I carried one that small, I'd prolly lose it amongst the pocket lint.  :D

How about one of these?


(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj571/david57strat/Flashlights/IMG_7808.jpg)

That sooo looks like a minion poking his eye out sideways!
JR

(https://media.giphy.com/media/ZqlvCTNHpqrio/giphy.gif)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 10, 2016, 11:26:58 PM
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/PK%20Size_zpsd1ulrsdr.jpg)

You guys and your little CR lights… If I carried one that small, I'd prolly lose it amongst the pocket lint.  :D

How about one of these?


(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj571/david57strat/Flashlights/IMG_7808.jpg)

That sooo looks like a minion poking his eye out sideways!
JR

(https://media.giphy.com/media/ZqlvCTNHpqrio/giphy.gif)
Seriously, if you look at the pic quickly, don't it look like one?
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 10, 2016, 11:28:51 PM
Oh, absolutely. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 11, 2016, 12:08:10 AM
Oh, absolutely. :D
Lol, :D
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gryffin on April 11, 2016, 12:12:18 AM
This just in:

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1566/26259787182_ea3b4ae5e7_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/G1ugRq)

Can't wait until it gets dark. It's a lil' throw monster from what I can see so far.  :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 11, 2016, 12:24:47 AM
This just in:

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1566/26259787182_ea3b4ae5e7_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/G1ugRq)

Can't wait until it gets dark. It's a lil' throw monster from what I can see so far.  :cheers:
Now that is interesting, looks cool!
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on April 11, 2016, 01:42:01 AM
This just in:

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1566/26259787182_ea3b4ae5e7_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/G1ugRq)

Can't wait until it gets dark. It's a lil' throw monster from what I can see so far.  :cheers:

MH 20 very nice, USB charger right?

You ever thought about having a light modified?

http://skylumen.com/collections/v54-lights/products/mh20vn
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gryffin on April 11, 2016, 02:05:03 AM
MH 20 very nice, USB charger right?

MH20GT, newer version with XP-L HI emitter, about twice the throw of the regular MH20. Like I said, a lil' throwmonster.  :D

You ever thought about having a light modified?

http://skylumen.com/collections/v54-lights/products/mh20vn

He does great work, but I can barely afford to buy the factory version. In fact, I only got this one because Nitecore sent it to me to review. I've cut waaaaay back on the hardware these days.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: David Quevedo on April 20, 2016, 06:41:20 AM
Oddly, I've only made one light purchase this year, and it has proven to be my most reached for EDC light:


(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj571/david57strat/Flashlights/IMG_8941p.jpg)
Zebralight SC600w Mk III (It's the one on the right).  When I can only carry one on-person EDC light, it's this one, hands-down.

Last year,it was these (I went nuts lol). The last purchase of last year, was the Eagletac DX30LC2 (Ninth light from the left, in the middle row)
(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj571/david57strat/Flashlights/IMG_8867%20-%202015%20Light%20Purchases.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 20, 2016, 12:54:14 PM
I was reading a couple of review that complained that the tint on the Mk III wasn't quite as nice as the previous model.  What do you think?  Are they just whining? 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on April 20, 2016, 02:15:33 PM
Sky Lumen 2c.

Couple thousand lumens off triple XPL HI LEDs, runs 18350 or 18650 batteries with a tube swap, 20 different user programmable mode groups and a ton of copper heatsinks.

(http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i86/HarleyXJGuy/Mobile%20Uploads/rps20160418_093353_305.jpg) (http://s70.photobucket.com/user/HarleyXJGuy/media/Mobile%20Uploads/rps20160418_093353_305.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NKlamerus on April 20, 2016, 06:28:07 PM
A Nitecore TM11, no idea what batteries to order for it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GigaHz on April 21, 2016, 11:07:42 PM
RC40

(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/IMG_0896_zps3nynhmu5.jpg) (http://s289.photobucket.com/user/gigahzfemtohz/media/IMG_0896_zps3nynhmu5.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on April 22, 2016, 04:43:15 AM
A Nitecore TM11, no idea what batteries to order for it.

Do you even recharge bro?

4 18650 button tops between 67mm and 69mm long.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on April 22, 2016, 04:50:43 AM
RC40

(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/IMG_0896_zps3nynhmu5.jpg) (http://s289.photobucket.com/user/gigahzfemtohz/media/IMG_0896_zps3nynhmu5.jpg.html)

I suppose 6k lumens is enough to get by.

Of course for a few hundred more you could have 20k lumen.

Just saying.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAK Guy on April 22, 2016, 07:29:22 AM
The battery holders came in....

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/PK%20Knight%20and%20accessories_zps6lmwzog1.jpg)

Where did you get them SG??

How you like em so far??

Sorry for the late reply bud.   Multi holders from Amazon....I have had them for AA, AAA as well...they work great and come in several colors including glow in the dark

http://www.amazon.com/Storacell-PowerPax-Battery-Orange-4-Pack/dp/B004YG7MB6?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=od_aui_detailpages00

.
The single battery carrier is from County Com...it is excellent as well, very handy lives on the light's lanyard.

Cr123 Waterproof Delrin® Battery Locker
http://www.countycomm.com/batterylocker123.html

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NKlamerus on May 02, 2016, 07:08:16 AM
NiteCore TM11 from JP :D

Super Flood compared to my Ea41. Perfect for lighting up fish though!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 07, 2016, 06:04:18 PM
Not gotten my hands on it yet, but I have a Convoy S2+ 16340 with XML2 T4-7A (very warm) winging it's way from China.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on May 13, 2016, 03:02:31 PM
Black Diamond Spot and Ion.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on May 13, 2016, 03:03:20 PM
Also, we need a flashlight or headlamp type smiley.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Etherealicer on May 13, 2016, 03:17:28 PM
Also, we need a flashlight or headlamp type smiley.
not really related but we nid THIS:

(http://www.planet-9.com/attachments/987-cayman-and-boxster-chat/46108d1395771989-sold-ferrari-my-porsche-emoticon-jawdrop-gif)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on May 13, 2016, 03:18:45 PM
Also, we need a flashlight or headlamp type smiley.
not really related but we nid THIS:

(http://www.planet-9.com/attachments/987-cayman-and-boxster-chat/46108d1395771989-sold-ferrari-my-porsche-emoticon-jawdrop-gif)

It's pretty annoying...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Etherealicer on May 13, 2016, 03:18:58 PM
Also, we need a flashlight or headlamp type smiley.
not really related but we nid THIS:

(http://www.planet-9.com/attachments/987-cayman-and-boxster-chat/46108d1395771989-sold-ferrari-my-porsche-emoticon-jawdrop-gif)
(http://i49.tinypic.com/59u880.gif)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on May 13, 2016, 03:21:15 PM
Also, we need a flashlight or headlamp type smiley.
not really related but we nid THIS:

(http://www.planet-9.com/attachments/987-cayman-and-boxster-chat/46108d1395771989-sold-ferrari-my-porsche-emoticon-jawdrop-gif)
(http://i49.tinypic.com/59u880.gif)

The girl helping me out in the shop today did that, I laughed and then quickly apologized.   :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAK Guy on May 17, 2016, 05:13:42 PM
The County Comm AA Battery Vaults came in.

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Fenix%20and%20CC%20AA%20Battery%20vaults_zps7axejlat.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 19, 2016, 11:23:32 PM
Got in this Convoy S2+ 16340 in today with the T4-7A very warm LED.

Pic borrowed from Candlepower.
(http://s20.postimg.org/fuqwlhopp/Convoy_Side_By_Side_Tints.jpg)

The mode selection seems erratic for some reason, but I've not actually read what it's supposed to be doing so it might well just be me.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 20, 2016, 01:19:18 AM
On the Convoy S2+ UI question I think I've found what was confusing me. 

The basics are that this is either a 3 or 5 mode light, so L-M-H or L-M-H-Strobe-SOS.  To switch between the 3 or 5 modes you turn it on in Low, wait 5 seconds and it will blink off briefly.  Turn it back on and it will be in the other set of modes.  Clear enough so far I think.

It's also got level memory, so it should remember what the last level you used was and turn itself back on at the same level the next time you use it.  HOWEVER it doesn't remember the last level you used unless you leave it on in the desired level for more than 2 seconds.  For example; you've been using it in Low but wish to have it come on in High next time you use it.  You'd have to click though Med up to High and leave it on for at least 2 seconds before turning it off.  If you don't do that then it will cycle on to the next level the next time it's turned on.  So in the example above if I went from Low up to High but didn't give it more than 2 seconds before turning it off, the next time I switched it on it would cycle back to Low.  Have it on in Med for less than 2 seconds and next time you use it, it will come on in High.  Clear as mud?  I thought so too. ::)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on May 20, 2016, 02:45:09 AM
I love my Convoy S2+. So much light for the price and the switch on the red model is to die for.

Like it so much I bought a modded S2+ rocking triple XPL High LEDs and a pile of current boost on a 18350 battery.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAK Guy on May 20, 2016, 05:00:39 AM
Got in this Convoy S2+ 16340 in today with the T4-7A very warm LED.

Pic borrowed from Candlepower.
(http://s20.postimg.org/fuqwlhopp/Convoy_Side_By_Side_Tints.jpg)

The mode selection seems erratic for some reason, but I've not actually read what it's supposed to be doing so it might well just be me.

That's a nice looking light!!!  :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAK Guy on May 20, 2016, 05:35:55 AM
I put a flat bezel on my PK Knight....it's more compact and looks less like a weapon. It also doesn't vignette the beam like the pronged one.  :tu:

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 20, 2016, 09:24:01 AM
Got in this Convoy S2+ 16340 in today with the T4-7A very warm LED.

Pic borrowed from Candlepower.
(http://s20.postimg.org/fuqwlhopp/Convoy_Side_By_Side_Tints.jpg)

The mode selection seems erratic for some reason, but I've not actually read what it's supposed to be doing so it might well just be me.

That's a nice looking light!!!  :cheers:

Cheers mate.  It's a quite an uncluttered look IMO, but it's very nicely made.  If it had Fenix or FourSevens stamped on the side I don't think anyone would blink an eye. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 20, 2016, 09:34:00 AM
I love my Convoy S2+. So much light for the price and the switch on the red model is to die for.

Like it so much I bought a modded S2+ rocking triple XPL High LEDs and a pile of current boost on a 18350 battery.

Is it just the red one that has the unusual switch? 

As I said; I'm very impressed with the quality of Convoy but having just spent all my 'fun money' on a new air rifle I really don't need to be looking at more lights.

Here's my own attempt to show the very warm LED I went for.

On the left I've got my good old Jetbeam with a perfectly fine cool white LED.  In the middle I've got my awesome Eagletac D25A Clicky with a Neutral LED and on the right is my new S2+ with the mega warm XM-L2 T4-7A.  I always looked at the D25A and thought of it as being on the warm side of Neutral but compared to the S2+ it looks positively chilly.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 20, 2016, 09:35:38 AM
I put a flat bezel on my PK Knight....it's more compact and looks less like a weapon. It also doesn't vignette the beam like the pronged one.  :tu:

Looks better like that IMO. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SAK Guy on May 20, 2016, 03:21:43 PM
I put a flat bezel on my PK Knight....it's more compact and looks less like a weapon. It also doesn't vignette the beam like the pronged one.  :tu:

Looks better like that IMO. :tu:

Thank you!  :cheers: 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on May 26, 2016, 08:59:47 PM
Sipik SK-68:

(http://s25.postimg.org/53jku0qgv/Sipiks.jpg)

And Hugsby XP1 + XP11 :D

(http://s25.postimg.org/l3upqrsov/Hugsby.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on May 26, 2016, 09:57:12 PM
Have so issues with losing your flashlights?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 26, 2016, 10:35:44 PM
If you hadn't said there was a mix of XP1 and XP11 I'm not sure I'd have noticed.  Those XP11 really are slim for a AA light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on May 27, 2016, 10:24:05 PM
Nitecore Tube and some other cheap ones. Will have to try the XP11, looks really slim indeed.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on May 28, 2016, 12:24:17 AM
Not bad, but I prefer D25A Clicky :D

(http://s25.postimg.org/sbn4zgqyn/Thorfire_TG06b.jpg)

And another new great light - Manker U11:

(http://s25.postimg.org/6rxw00nb3/Manker_U11a.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on May 28, 2016, 12:34:03 AM
I love posting in the thread.  I never change my flashlight, I've been carrying the same Leatherman Monarch 300 for at least 5 years. 


Actually, I picked up a Nitecore MT2A about 4 months ago and I have carried it daily as my Work light, and it's performing very well.  My only complaint is the mode selector.  I use it sporadically and only seconds at a time for the most part, but you have to hold the tail switch down for longer than 5 seconds or it changes modes.  The only way around this is to tighten the bezel which places the torch in permanent "High" mode, which makes the bezel heat up and reduces your battery life to around an hour per set of batteries.  Not a huge deal since my employer provides batteries, but annoying still.  I must say though, High mode is like flippin daylight with this torch. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Etherealicer on May 28, 2016, 09:49:02 PM
Not bad, but I prefer D25A Clicky :D

And another new great light - Manker U11:
That Manker looks great... Have to check them out... or maybe better not :P
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 28, 2016, 09:53:47 PM
Not bad, but I prefer D25A Clicky :D

And another new great light - Manker U11:
That Manker looks great... Have to check them out... or maybe better not :P
The Manker specs look good as well, super compact 18650.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 28, 2016, 09:56:22 PM
I love posting in the thread.  I never change my flashlight, I've been carrying the same Leatherman Monarch 300 for at least 5 years. 


Actually, I picked up a Nitecore MT2A about 4 months ago and I have carried it daily as my Work light, and it's performing very well.  My only complaint is the mode selector.  I use it sporadically and only seconds at a time for the most part, but you have to hold the tail switch down for longer than 5 seconds or it changes modes.  The only way around this is to tighten the bezel which places the torch in permanent "High" mode, which makes the bezel heat up and reduces your battery life to around an hour per set of batteries.  Not a huge deal since my employer provides batteries, but annoying still.  I must say though, High mode is like flippin daylight with this torch.

Not saying it would replace the Monarch 300, but have you looked at the Hugsby XP-1?  Very similar to the 300 but with more modern LED.  Worth a look given it's only a few bucks.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on May 29, 2016, 12:07:47 PM
I love posting in the thread.  I never change my flashlight, I've been carrying the same Leatherman Monarch 300 for at least 5 years. 


Actually, I picked up a Nitecore MT2A about 4 months ago and I have carried it daily as my Work light, and it's performing very well.  My only complaint is the mode selector.  I use it sporadically and only seconds at a time for the most part, but you have to hold the tail switch down for longer than 5 seconds or it changes modes.  The only way around this is to tighten the bezel which places the torch in permanent "High" mode, which makes the bezel heat up and reduces your battery life to around an hour per set of batteries.  Not a huge deal since my employer provides batteries, but annoying still.  I must say though, High mode is like flippin daylight with this torch.

Not saying it would replace the Monarch 300, but have you looked at the Hugsby XP-1?  Very similar to the 300 but with more modern LED.  Worth a look given it's only a few bucks.

I will check that out, at that price it's a steal and I can't see why I shouldn't!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 31, 2016, 09:45:06 PM
I love posting in the thread.  I never change my flashlight, I've been carrying the same Leatherman Monarch 300 for at least 5 years. 


Actually, I picked up a Nitecore MT2A about 4 months ago and I have carried it daily as my Work light, and it's performing very well.  My only complaint is the mode selector.  I use it sporadically and only seconds at a time for the most part, but you have to hold the tail switch down for longer than 5 seconds or it changes modes.  The only way around this is to tighten the bezel which places the torch in permanent "High" mode, which makes the bezel heat up and reduces your battery life to around an hour per set of batteries.  Not a huge deal since my employer provides batteries, but annoying still.  I must say though, High mode is like flippin daylight with this torch.

Not saying it would replace the Monarch 300, but have you looked at the Hugsby XP-1?  Very similar to the 300 but with more modern LED.  Worth a look given it's only a few bucks.

I will check that out, at that price it's a steal and I can't see why I shouldn't!

I need to pick up another one myself.  I lent mine to my wife and I think she has no intention of giving it back. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on June 01, 2016, 11:21:17 AM
I couldn't resist looking Hugsby XP-1 up :D. I'm just going to say I'm pretty fond of XP-E2 emitters ::)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on June 01, 2016, 12:17:30 PM
I love posting in the thread.  I never change my flashlight, I've been carrying the same Leatherman Monarch 300 for at least 5 years. 


Actually, I picked up a Nitecore MT2A about 4 months ago and I have carried it daily as my Work light, and it's performing very well.  My only complaint is the mode selector.  I use it sporadically and only seconds at a time for the most part, but you have to hold the tail switch down for longer than 5 seconds or it changes modes.  The only way around this is to tighten the bezel which places the torch in permanent "High" mode, which makes the bezel heat up and reduces your battery life to around an hour per set of batteries.  Not a huge deal since my employer provides batteries, but annoying still.  I must say though, High mode is like flippin daylight with this torch.

Not saying it would replace the Monarch 300, but have you looked at the Hugsby XP-1?  Very similar to the 300 but with more modern LED.  Worth a look given it's only a few bucks.

I will check that out, at that price it's a steal and I can't see why I shouldn't!

I need to pick up another one myself.  I lent mine to my wife and I think she has no intention of giving it back. :D

Like an idiot I gave my spare to my brother, so now I'm on the lookout for another backup.  They are impossible to find.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 01, 2016, 04:40:27 PM
I love posting in the thread.  I never change my flashlight, I've been carrying the same Leatherman Monarch 300 for at least 5 years. 


Actually, I picked up a Nitecore MT2A about 4 months ago and I have carried it daily as my Work light, and it's performing very well.  My only complaint is the mode selector.  I use it sporadically and only seconds at a time for the most part, but you have to hold the tail switch down for longer than 5 seconds or it changes modes.  The only way around this is to tighten the bezel which places the torch in permanent "High" mode, which makes the bezel heat up and reduces your battery life to around an hour per set of batteries.  Not a huge deal since my employer provides batteries, but annoying still.  I must say though, High mode is like flippin daylight with this torch.

Not saying it would replace the Monarch 300, but have you looked at the Hugsby XP-1?  Very similar to the 300 but with more modern LED.  Worth a look given it's only a few bucks.

I will check that out, at that price it's a steal and I can't see why I shouldn't!

I need to pick up another one myself.  I lent mine to my wife and I think she has no intention of giving it back. :D

Like an idiot I gave my spare to my brother, so now I'm on the lookout for another backup.  They are impossible to find.

I've not seen one for sale in ages.  Last one I saw was as part of a set with a Freestyle, but even that was a couple of years ago at least.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on June 01, 2016, 07:00:12 PM
I love posting in the thread.  I never change my flashlight, I've been carrying the same Leatherman Monarch 300 for at least 5 years. 


Actually, I picked up a Nitecore MT2A about 4 months ago and I have carried it daily as my Work light, and it's performing very well.  My only complaint is the mode selector.  I use it sporadically and only seconds at a time for the most part, but you have to hold the tail switch down for longer than 5 seconds or it changes modes.  The only way around this is to tighten the bezel which places the torch in permanent "High" mode, which makes the bezel heat up and reduces your battery life to around an hour per set of batteries.  Not a huge deal since my employer provides batteries, but annoying still.  I must say though, High mode is like flippin daylight with this torch.

Not saying it would replace the Monarch 300, but have you looked at the Hugsby XP-1?  Very similar to the 300 but with more modern LED.  Worth a look given it's only a few bucks.

I will check that out, at that price it's a steal and I can't see why I shouldn't!

I need to pick up another one myself.  I lent mine to my wife and I think she has no intention of giving it back. :D

Like an idiot I gave my spare to my brother, so now I'm on the lookout for another backup.  They are impossible to find.

I've not seen one for sale in ages.  Last one I saw was as part of a set with a Freestyle, but even that was a couple of years ago at least.

Yea I think all hope is lost on finding a new one.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: TazzieRob on June 04, 2016, 01:16:06 PM
I just got a Thrunite T10, due to having a big packet of AA batteries at home and not many devices to use them up  :oops:

So far I'm liking it a lot. I like the sequence and don't mind the memory function.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: charlie fox on June 04, 2016, 01:45:15 PM
Just received my Nitecore Tube. Not sure what I'm going to do with it yet, but I like concept and the output.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zepla on June 06, 2016, 12:57:22 PM
I've got one of those tubes in as well. Disappaers in the pocket and still have always a light with you. And it is rechargeble. Nice!

I outputs pretty decent. Color is okay and the lumens as well. More than the avarage cellphone flashlight which I used a lot untill now to see in the back of closets and things like that. But safes you the cellphone battery. And the lowmode is perfect for walking in a bedroom with sleeping kids without waking them up.

This light was an experiment for me but it looks like I will be buying some more. To put in pockets of several coats and such so I will always have some lighting gear with me. I have some more "serious" flashlights but this one sees the most action. And that for less then 10 bucks shiped  :2tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on June 18, 2016, 10:53:24 PM
Eagletac D25LC2 Clicky, Thorfire TA13, Manker U11, Eagletac D25A Clicky, Astrolux A01:

(http://s25.postimg.org/dye67g83j/Flashlights2.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 18, 2016, 10:57:20 PM
A new D25A mate?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on June 18, 2016, 11:01:12 PM
Thorfire new, Eagletac old :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NAB on June 19, 2016, 01:14:50 AM
Just got a Prometheus Beta qrv2 in brass..... :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: parnass on June 19, 2016, 01:33:16 AM
Lumintop Worm version 4.   It is a 3-level, 1xAAA twisty and the blue colored edition was $10.99 (US) on Amazon.

(http://parnass.com/images/lumintop-worm-v4.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: CanadianLMfan on June 23, 2016, 01:09:54 AM
A bit off topic, but should I get a Thrunite Ti for $20? And how does it compare to the Fenix E01?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 23, 2016, 01:04:26 PM
A bit off topic, but should I get a Thrunite Ti for $20? And how does it compare to the Fenix E01?

Have you got a link to the specific Ti you are talking about?  There are quite a few versions out there.  In general though Thrunites are well made lights.  The E01 is also a very tough little light that uses an old fashioned LED for low light output and massively long run times that will just keep going and going.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on June 23, 2016, 01:36:18 PM
Led Lenser F1, generously offered by Etherealicer. Great flashlight, smaller than it looks. Very powerfull beam, the strob is very intense and effective. Very light (pun intended) and easy to use/carry.

 :tu: :salute:

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=50835.0;attach=273592;image)

Came with the extra smooth bezel (I kept the tactical one on it).
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=50835.0;attach=273586;image)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 23, 2016, 05:12:49 PM
The LED Lenser F1 is their only offering that I've been truly impressed with. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: CanadianLMfan on June 23, 2016, 06:33:36 PM
A bit off topic, but should I get a Thrunite Ti for $20? And how does it compare to the Fenix E01?

Have you got a link to the specific Ti you are talking about?  There are quite a few versions out there.  In general though Thrunites are well made lights.  The E01 is also a very tough little light that uses an old fashioned LED for low light output and massively long run times that will just keep going and going.

https://www.amazon.ca/ThruNite-Ti3-Flashlight-Max120-lumens/dp/B00LUO028U/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1466699584&sr=8-2&keywords=thrunite+ti

 :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on June 23, 2016, 06:40:23 PM
A bit off topic, but should I get a Thrunite Ti for $20? And how does it compare to the Fenix E01?

Have you got a link to the specific Ti you are talking about?  There are quite a few versions out there.  In general though Thrunites are well made lights.  The E01 is also a very tough little light that uses an old fashioned LED for low light output and massively long run times that will just keep going and going.

https://www.amazon.ca/ThruNite-Ti3-Flashlight-Max120-lumens/dp/B00LUO028U/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1466699584&sr=8-2&keywords=thrunite+ti

 :cheers:

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike 208 on June 30, 2016, 03:40:54 AM
Earlier this month I picked up a tan Surefire EB1 Backup LED (200/5 lumen version, not the current 300/5 lumen version - bought it because it was 30% off), and a black Surefire G2X Tactical LED, 320 lumens.  These will be my new work lights.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on July 05, 2016, 06:54:18 PM
New JETbeam JET-µ and JET-1 MK 8)

(http://s25.postimg.org/mig0z8yyn/Jetbeam2.jpg)

Hugsby XP-1, Eagletac D25A Clicky, Jetbeam JET-1 MK, Astrolux A01, Jetbeam JET-µ, Olight I3E, Nitecore Tube:

(http://s25.postimg.org/68puwcoan/Jetbeam.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on July 05, 2016, 08:54:19 PM
A bit off topic, but should I get a Thrunite Ti for $20? And how does it compare to the Fenix E01?

Have you got a link to the specific Ti you are talking about?  There are quite a few versions out there.  In general though Thrunites are well made lights.  The E01 is also a very tough little light that uses an old fashioned LED for low light output and massively long run times that will just keep going and going.

https://www.amazon.ca/ThruNite-Ti3-Flashlight-Max120-lumens/dp/B00LUO028U/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1466699584&sr=8-2&keywords=thrunite+ti

 :cheers:

Wow, sorry for getting back to this so late. :-[  They are two quite different lights; the Ti3 has a much more modern LED and has the option of a Neutral tint (my personal choice), three modes for a more versatile light and is actually a little smaller than the E01.  What the E01 has in it's favour is the really long run time which is great as a back-up light that'll run for a couple of nights continuous use. 

So I see the E01 as being the better "emergency" light and the Ti3 as being the better "every day" light. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on July 05, 2016, 09:05:55 PM
New JETbeam JET-µ and JET-1 MK 8)

(http://s25.postimg.org/mig0z8yyn/Jetbeam2.jpg)

Hugsby XP-1, Eagletac D25A Clicky, Jetbeam JET-1 MK, Astrolux A01, Jetbeam JET-µ, Olight I3E, Nitecore Tube:

(http://s25.postimg.org/68puwcoan/Jetbeam.jpg)

Ooooh, that Jet-1 looks just my kind of thing. :drool:  What are your thoughts on it?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Syncop8r on July 06, 2016, 01:29:01 PM
Olight I3s-Cu (brass).
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ThePeacent on July 06, 2016, 09:22:01 PM
CooYoo quantum...diggin it so far  :tu:

(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/20160312_160608_zpsoyd8preu.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Alan K. on July 14, 2016, 09:48:16 PM
I was looking at a Fenix PD-35 Tac, or the Nitecore P12 (2015 edition) and the Nitecore went on sale for the 4th of July so I picked one up.  I ordered it with the neutral light option which is more like natural sunlight than the white light version. The light appears yellow instead of white and there's less reflective glare, so it can be used when taking pictures.  I'm happy, so far, but it's only been a few days.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on July 16, 2016, 05:27:15 PM
Black Water Kite.Al :D

(http://s25.postimg.org/vvpwbviin/Black_Water.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/nrmdkvlhb/Black_Water2.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/oif3qnnun/Black_Water3.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on July 16, 2016, 10:04:07 PM
I do keep thinking I should pick one of those up.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on July 18, 2016, 05:12:17 PM
Worm 4.0 :angel:

(http://s25.postimg.org/mg6t71pxb/Lumintop.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on July 19, 2016, 01:12:07 PM
A bit off topic, but should I get a Thrunite Ti for $20? And how does it compare to the Fenix E01?

hey i would check amazon for olight i3 eos seems to be about half the price of thrunite right now, and has one extra mode
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Kev D on July 20, 2016, 06:47:08 PM
I just got an led lenser m17r cheap through work. It's on charge now so pics to follow.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ThePeacent on July 23, 2016, 07:40:35 PM
No idea who made it/what is it, but I found this light amongst older stuff and I've carried for 4 days now

(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/CAM02766_zpsy3vplmzj.jpg)

Decent output, one mode, single AAA batt, low profile, but heavy and the pocket clip slides away from the main body!  ???

(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/CAM02760_zpsweyrqyi0.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jerseydevil on July 26, 2016, 12:51:31 AM
Crappy pic, sorry. :( Fenix LD02 clicky, from nelly1974. Great little light, saw a lot of use today at work. :tu:

(http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g448/Jerseydevil379/20160725_184700_zps3v2afsnx.jpg) (http://s1102.photobucket.com/user/Jerseydevil379/media/20160725_184700_zps3v2afsnx.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on July 26, 2016, 01:01:10 AM
I was looking at a Fenix PD-35 Tac, or the Nitecore P12 (2015 edition) and the Nitecore went on sale for the 4th of July so I picked one up.  I ordered it with the neutral light option which is more like natural sunlight than the white light version. The light appears yellow instead of white and there's less reflective glare, so it can be used when taking pictures.  I'm happy, so far, but it's only been a few days.

I have had a P12GT for a while now and it is a tough light. Dropped it on concrete more then once with no issues.

Being the throw version it has a nice tight hotspot which is what I prefer and it shrugs off heat like a champ. Can run it on whatever level I want until the battery cries uncle.

Only reason it is not carried much is it is unnecessarily long for a 18650 light and having to reposition your hand to switch brightness levels gets old fast.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on July 30, 2016, 05:48:38 PM
Olight I3E-Cu >:D

(http://s25.postimg.org/oy045lugv/Olight_I3_E_Cu.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ThePeacent on July 30, 2016, 09:00:23 PM
The CoYoo is performing excellently this week, and it sure puts a hell of a beam!

(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/CAM01649_zps43rbcqja.jpg)
Saved the night twice this week

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on July 31, 2016, 04:18:25 AM
Thrunite Ti3

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160731/5fdec9bf8ea6cc453c23970b98433802.jpg)


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on July 31, 2016, 10:56:33 AM
I'm a big fan of the Ti3. :tu:
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on July 31, 2016, 10:58:58 AM
I'm a big fan of the Ti3. :tu:
Still tryng to get use to twisting to the left... Always had to twist right on solitaire...


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on July 31, 2016, 11:03:07 AM
I'm a big fan of the Ti3. :tu:
Still tryng to get use to twisting to the left... Always had to twist right on solitaire...


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I remember doing that as well.:doh:  Given that Maglite are the only company I can think of that work that way I quickly got used to it when I got a few lights from other manufacturers.
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on July 31, 2016, 11:04:31 AM
I'm a big fan of the Ti3. :tu:
Still tryng to get use to twisting to the left... Always had to twist right on solitaire...


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I remember doing that as well.:doh:  Given that Maglite are the only company I can think of that work that way I quickly got used to it when I got a few lights from other manufacturers.
Wanna try out lumintop tool as well... It's on its way... Twisting on the thrunite is a bit hard one handed given its small size


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on July 31, 2016, 01:55:35 PM
Two olights, S2 CU and an S10RII. I'm loving both of them.

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160731/86cfba274f09853948a696bc5650e5c2.jpg)


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on July 31, 2016, 04:56:55 PM
Two olights, S2 CU and an S10RII. I'm loving both of them.

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160731/86cfba274f09853948a696bc5650e5c2.jpg)


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Love the copper finish


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on August 02, 2016, 01:06:34 PM
Just got a Lumintop Tool AAA. Been carrying it today actually... One thing I like about this one is it starts on mid setting...

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160802/53f3166cef2fd1b683617227ff8a24b8.jpg)

Now I'm torn between this and the Thrunite Ti3... Love them both... Guess will have to rotate them depending on situation and mood.


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on August 21, 2016, 09:11:11 PM
New D25A Clicky XP-L HI V2 NW & old XP-G S2 8)

(http://s25.postimg.org/webywnlhb/Eagletac.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/kb6n93af3/Eagletac2.jpg)

Crelant E03:

(http://s25.postimg.org/q1wd3g1hb/Crelant1.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/j18danzpb/Crelant2.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/v1ttbe73z/Crelant3.jpg)

Klarus Mi7:

(http://s25.postimg.org/yyev1o327/Klarus.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on August 21, 2016, 11:04:05 PM
Love the look of that Klarus mate. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: 16VGTIDave on August 22, 2016, 05:14:40 PM
Eagtac? I could have sworn it was "EagleTac"...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on August 22, 2016, 06:11:13 PM
Eagtac? I could have sworn it was "EagleTac"...

That one threw me as well when I first spotted it.  From their website:

"EAGTAC LLC is found in 2009, Washington, USA. We strive to offer our customers the finest, brightest, toughest, and most power efficient tactical flashlights ever made. We currently sell flashlights and accessories under brand EAGTAC and EagleTac worldwide."
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on August 23, 2016, 04:53:46 PM
My new headlamp ;) Two emitters, 50-1200lm flood and 50-1000lm throw. Operated independently or together for a combined 2200lm of flood and throw. :ahhh

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/20160823_122900.jpg)

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on August 23, 2016, 05:02:22 PM
My new headlamp ;) Two emitters, 50-1200lm flood and 50-1000lm throw. Operated independently or together for a combined 2200lm of flood and throw. :ahhh

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Flashlight/20160823_122900.jpg)



S.M.U.R.F.     Y.E.S.     :gimme:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: metasyntax on August 23, 2016, 08:23:22 PM
Got an Olight H05 headlamp for early morning walking / jogging. Very lightweight, good battery life, suitable brightness levels, and nice beam profile. It should work nicely for what I need (mainly not tripping over uneven sidewalks or getting hit by cars). Wish it was neutral white, but it's not too cool. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on August 23, 2016, 08:29:13 PM
Olight i3u, in, you guessed it, copper

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160823/07361cbf7e50a1dddfa4621b4d0a5e50.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Kev D on August 23, 2016, 11:06:30 PM
This is my latest one

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8304/28564470973_3b264dd7af_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: metasyntax on August 23, 2016, 11:08:18 PM
This is my latest one

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8304/28564470973_3b264dd7af_b.jpg)
:like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on August 23, 2016, 11:31:52 PM
This is my latest one

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8304/28564470973_3b264dd7af_b.jpg)
:like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on August 27, 2016, 08:47:59 PM
New Thrunite T10 8)

(http://s25.postimg.org/6uxmd7tdr/Thrunite_T10.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/b7w5vn24f/Thrunite_T102.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/q2kr9tbpb/Thrunite_T103.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/qqtlsraf3/Thrunite_T104.jpg)

Eagletac D25LC2 Clicky, Manker U11, Hugsby XP-11, Hugsby XP-1, Thrunite T10, Eagletac D25A Clicky, Singfire SF-348, Astrolux A01, Jetbeam JET-µ, Olight I3E:

(http://s25.postimg.org/a0i83fbzz/flashlights.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on September 02, 2016, 10:39:16 PM
Manker E11 :angel:

(http://s25.postimg.org/i1ftdmkcf/Manker_E11.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/bdo9o575r/Manker_E11a.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/4yk6ucu4f/Manker_E11b.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/hdc0rsry7/Manker_E11c.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/u7a2l55dr/Manker_E11d.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ThePeacent on September 04, 2016, 09:25:47 PM
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-08/CAM03944_zps99zves8x.jpg)

(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-08/CAM03946_zpst6czadso.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zepla on September 12, 2016, 02:19:22 PM
I've got one of those tubes in as well. Disappaers in the pocket and still have always a light with you. And it is rechargeble. Nice!

I outputs pretty decent. Color is okay and the lumens as well. More than the avarage cellphone flashlight which I used a lot untill now to see in the back of closets and things like that. But safes you the cellphone battery. And the lowmode is perfect for walking in a bedroom with sleeping kids without waking them up.

This light was an experiment for me but it looks like I will be buying some more. To put in pockets of several coats and such so I will always have some lighting gear with me. I have some more "serious" flashlights but this one sees the most action. And that for less then 10 bucks shiped  :2tu:

Well, for those who care. I am getting a bit less anthausiastic about the Tube. In have three now and one died on me already. Eventhough they are inexpensive I expected it bit longer life out of it. I have also bought the Olight 10R and that one turned out not as reliable as I expected to be. I had a few flashlight before and always Fenix light. I bought one once, surved me well and I sticked with it. But after some time I thought, why not. They are all well know flashlight producers, what can go wrong. They should know by now how to build a light that keeps working. But I was wrong, at least with the models I got.

Anyhow, I guess I'll be back at Fenix. Those I still have keep on working after years. And now they have something like a Tube as well so I guess I'm going to get me one of those sooner or later. I like the concept of the Tube; small, rechargable, inexpensive but I also like stuff that works for more than a few months. Perhaps I just had some bad luck but I am not going to push my luck anymore and go for stuff I have good experience with.

Anyhow, anybody here with experience with the Fenix UC01? Or did I missed a post somewhere already about it?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on September 12, 2016, 04:04:44 PM
The Tube is a cracking wee light for the money, but it's still made on a budget so I'm not totally surprised to hear that there can be issues.  The Olight 10R on the other hand is an expensive bit of kit and I'd expect no issues at all. :(  Did you get in touch with them to see if they'd do anything about it?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on September 12, 2016, 08:27:53 PM
New Olight S1A Baton 8)

(http://s25.postimg.org/51sf00vi7/Olight_S1_A_4.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/3u9vu2fzz/Olight_S1_A_3.jpg)

More photos:
http://www.torch.pl/forum/index.php/topic,62481.0.html
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on September 13, 2016, 12:52:54 AM
 8)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ThePeacent on September 13, 2016, 05:35:19 PM
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-09/CAM04759_zps7wb3su2y.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on September 16, 2016, 11:20:25 PM
Lumintop IYP365 Nichia :)

(http://s25.postimg.org/8hpl6oz27/Lumintop1.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/5p0z0eo3j/Lumintop2.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/hbghnsm0v/Lumintop3.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on September 17, 2016, 12:43:57 AM
Like the look of that. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mrynnr on September 17, 2016, 12:55:54 AM
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8116/29082692053_68c765fb52_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mrynnr on September 17, 2016, 12:56:19 AM
Lumintop IYP365 Nichia :)

(http://s25.postimg.org/8hpl6oz27/Lumintop1.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/5p0z0eo3j/Lumintop2.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/hbghnsm0v/Lumintop3.jpg)
That looks sharp!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ThePeacent on September 17, 2016, 09:22:11 AM
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-09/CAM04907_zpscnasjizy.jpg)

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on September 17, 2016, 02:43:04 PM
New Olight S1A Baton 8)

(http://s25.postimg.org/51sf00vi7/Olight_S1_A_4.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/3u9vu2fzz/Olight_S1_A_3.jpg)

More photos:
http://www.torch.pl/forum/index.php/topic,62481.0.html

I have a S1 Baton. How is the A different?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on September 17, 2016, 03:03:25 PM
New Olight S1A Baton 8)

(http://s25.postimg.org/51sf00vi7/Olight_S1_A_4.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/3u9vu2fzz/Olight_S1_A_3.jpg)

More photos:
http://www.torch.pl/forum...ex.php/topic,62481.0.html (http://www.torch.pl/forum/index.php/topic,62481.0.html)

I have a S1 Baton. How is the A different?

Swipped from another forum

What's new with this light?
 
 1. TIR optics.
 2. New button, new bezel color (compared to old single AA battery powered Batons ...).
 3. A record (for Olight's powered by a single 14500) 600 lumen.
 4. The flashlight got much shorter, was added two timer modes.
 
 The flashlight is very similar to the S1, only it is a little longer and can also work from other than Li-Ion battery types.
 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on September 17, 2016, 03:30:59 PM
Lumintop IYP365 Nichia :)

(http://s25.postimg.org/8hpl6oz27/Lumintop1.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/5p0z0eo3j/Lumintop2.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/hbghnsm0v/Lumintop3.jpg)

Looks really nice, i might consider it to take the place of my dead MT06 if Nitecore Warranty Service still does nothing...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on September 17, 2016, 05:07:43 PM
Another Olight, S1 Ti this time

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160917/26f2ed81c7e4140f68a8742f9696abfd.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: PTRSAK on September 19, 2016, 09:55:16 AM
just a cheapie...

CRELANT E3 Cree XP-E R4 AAA.  Hi-med-low-strobe twistie

(https://c6.staticflickr.com/9/8589/29783200085_013194e6ae_z.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on September 19, 2016, 01:49:16 PM
New Olight S1A Baton 8)

(http://s25.postimg.org/51sf00vi7/Olight_S1_A_4.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/3u9vu2fzz/Olight_S1_A_3.jpg)

More photos:
http://www.torch.pl/forum...ex.php/topic,62481.0.html (http://www.torch.pl/forum/index.php/topic,62481.0.html)

I have a S1 Baton. How is the A different?

Swipped from another forum

What's new with this light?
 
 1. TIR optics.
 2. New button, new bezel color (compared to old single AA battery powered Batons ...).
 3. A record (for Olight's powered by a single 14500) 600 lumen.
 4. The flashlight got much shorter, was added two timer modes.
 
 The flashlight is very similar to the S1, only it is a little longer and can also work from other than Li-Ion battery types.

Thanks.

Has yours turned it self on in your pocket yet?

Mine has a couple of times but one of them I may have just left it on when I put it back in my pocket.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: PTRSAK on September 21, 2016, 11:30:23 AM
A local Big Box hardware chain is closing down and currently have 15-50% off. couldn't resist this LedLenser A5 for 30% off.

Not the brightest light in the world, but Led Lenser quality with Hi-Low (24Lm claimed hi) and running off a single AA it should have some decent runtime
It will do fine as the light in my "Altoids tin".

(https://c7.staticflickr.com/9/8277/29201945134_ebd4321f8c_o.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: glenfiddich1983 on September 22, 2016, 03:21:16 PM
Lumintop IYP365 Nichia :)

(http://s25.postimg.org/8hpl6oz27/Lumintop1.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/5p0z0eo3j/Lumintop2.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/hbghnsm0v/Lumintop3.jpg)

Wow, this thing is elegant  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on September 22, 2016, 03:23:50 PM
New Olight S1A Baton 8)

(http://s25.postimg.org/51sf00vi7/Olight_S1_A_4.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/3u9vu2fzz/Olight_S1_A_3.jpg)

More photos:
http://www.torch.pl/forum...ex.php/topic,62481.0.html (http://www.torch.pl/forum/index.php/topic,62481.0.html)

I have a S1 Baton. How is the A different?

Swipped from another forum

What's new with this light?
 
 1. TIR optics.
 2. New button, new bezel color (compared to old single AA battery powered Batons ...).
 3. A record (for Olight's powered by a single 14500) 600 lumen.
 4. The flashlight got much shorter, was added two timer modes.
 
 The flashlight is very similar to the S1, only it is a little longer and can also work from other than Li-Ion battery types.

Thanks.

Has yours turned it self on in your pocket yet?

Mine has a couple of times but one of them I may have just left it on when I put it back in my pocket.

No, but then I clip mine on to the pocket, I do miss having all the pouches to put my gear in lol


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on September 22, 2016, 04:47:07 PM
Got a SeresRoad Mu08 last week.

(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/Torches/DSC_0009_zpsw2dpryl1.jpg)

Read my review here: http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,68541.0.html
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on September 22, 2016, 05:52:53 PM
Just got these in the mail:

Olight i3E-Cu EOS Raw Copper
MecArmy IllumineX-3Y Brass

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160922/6aa68d7818e876e5f132dc63bdd5a329.jpg)


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on September 22, 2016, 07:55:57 PM
New JETbeam JET-µ and JET-1 MK 8)

(http://s25.postimg.org/mig0z8yyn/Jetbeam2.jpg)

Hugsby XP-1, Eagletac D25A Clicky, Jetbeam JET-1 MK, Astrolux A01, Jetbeam JET-µ, Olight I3E, Nitecore Tube:

(http://s25.postimg.org/68puwcoan/Jetbeam.jpg)

Well, "thanks" to Maba and his lovely pictures I've decided to order a Jetbeam JET-1 MK for myself.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on September 23, 2016, 03:51:38 PM
Warranty claimed Nitecore MT06 came in today, my retailer (700km far from me) had a spare one and exchanged it.

First thing I noticed: the clip is MUCH stiffer than the previous one.
And I can't remember if the rest is the same of not, maybe if someone has a pic of the LED of the "older" model I could say   :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sawman on September 23, 2016, 04:08:36 PM
Warranty claimed Nitecore MT06 came in today, my retailer (700km far from me) had a spare one and exchanged it.

First thing I noticed: the clip is MUCH stiffer than the previous one.
And I can't remember if the rest is the same of not, maybe if someone has a pic of the LED of the "older" model I could say   :facepalm:
Although I love my MT06 I have noticed a QC issue with the one I bought for my wife. The head does not screw on all the way but it is still functional.

I don't keep up much on the latest and greatest LED's but I understand this is a new model. Not bad for $20. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on September 28, 2016, 11:28:07 AM
The Fenix anniversary light. 8/25/85 lumens. Stainless steel with rose gold PVD plating.

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160928/134a89975cda53c1243b6319b3ab0bff.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160928/228c90d21a87465b1fb41dd2585a1ac7.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160928/1428f77404f50c156e10ee0c6d75cc99.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on September 28, 2016, 01:35:41 PM
The Fenix anniversary light. 8/25/85 lumens. Stainless steel with rose gold PVD plating.

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160928/134a89975cda53c1243b6319b3ab0bff.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160928/228c90d21a87465b1fb41dd2585a1ac7.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160928/1428f77404f50c156e10ee0c6d75cc99.jpg)

Very pretty and a good light overall :tu: Can it tailstand, I can't figure this out from the picture?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on September 28, 2016, 01:41:30 PM
The Fenix anniversary light. 8/25/85 lumens. Stainless steel with rose gold PVD plating.

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160928/134a89975cda53c1243b6319b3ab0bff.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160928/228c90d21a87465b1fb41dd2585a1ac7.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160928/1428f77404f50c156e10ee0c6d75cc99.jpg)

Very pretty and a good light overall :tu: Can it tailstand, I can't figure this out from the picture?

Yes it can and yes it is very pretty thank you  :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on September 28, 2016, 01:49:08 PM
The Fenix anniversary light. 8/25/85 lumens. Stainless steel with rose gold PVD plating.

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160928/134a89975cda53c1243b6319b3ab0bff.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160928/228c90d21a87465b1fb41dd2585a1ac7.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160928/1428f77404f50c156e10ee0c6d75cc99.jpg)

Very pretty and a good light overall :tu: Can it tailstand, I can't figure this out from the picture?

Yes it can and yes it is very pretty thank you  :salute:

Thank you. I hope it gets plenty of pocket time. Enjoy!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on October 03, 2016, 08:42:13 PM
Thrunite T10T >:D

(http://s25.postimg.org/siet5u6bj/Thrunite_T10_T_2.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/3sz2lfssf/Thrunite_T10_T_5.jpg)

More photos ~> http://www.torch.pl/forum/index.php/topic,62536.0.html
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on October 03, 2016, 09:09:58 PM
The Fenix anniversary light. 8/25/85 lumens. Stainless steel with rose gold PVD plating.

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160928/134a89975cda53c1243b6319b3ab0bff.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160928/228c90d21a87465b1fb41dd2585a1ac7.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160928/1428f77404f50c156e10ee0c6d75cc99.jpg)

That's a bit special mate. :drool:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on October 03, 2016, 09:11:44 PM
A quick snap of my new Jetbeam Jet-1 MK that arrived today. 

(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/Torches/DSC_00171_zpsvyokzyuy.jpg)

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Fortytwo on October 03, 2016, 09:49:48 PM
Thrunite T10T >:D

(http://s25.postimg.org/siet5u6bj/Thrunite_T10_T_2.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/3sz2lfssf/Thrunite_T10_T_5.jpg)

More photos ~> http://www.torch.pl/forum/index.php/topic,62536.0.html

Great carry. Are you happy with the light? I'm looking at possibly getting one.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Kev D on October 13, 2016, 09:04:05 AM
Olight i3E arrived yesterday

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5452/30294691305_d3cd6fbee9_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on October 18, 2016, 04:11:03 PM
Olight S1R

First some pics

 (http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161018/4cb3a454f71b3e4bbf72fa31d0801124.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161018/139555379486b59e6203e211bff1827f.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161018/f62a349da7e2e197a71f588d553d9e74.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161018/f4bf6469810f48ecc5fca1dc58c22056.jpg)

Then the list of features:

Cree XM-L2 LED
Powered by a 550mAh RCR123 customized battery of five times discharging rate, giving a maximum output up to 900 lumens
The flashlight can be charged through the magnetic contact charging port (other batteries may also be used in S1R, but cannot be charged)
New 750mA portable USB charging cable
Brightness increases or decreases gradually: when the flashlight is switched on/off, it will light up or fade gradually to protect eyes from the stimulation caused by sudden brightness changes
Flat magnetic tailcap that allows it to be secured to ferrous metal surfaces as a hands-free option
Lockout mode can be activated on the side switch for accidental triggering protection, along with a low-voltage indicator underneath
Reverse polarity protection circuits
Timer Setting: Short (3 minutes) and long (9 minutes)
The standby current is below 30uA
Now I’ve become a bit of a fan of Olights over the laws years but this one takes them to a whole new level.

At low level 0.5 lumens at will run for 15 days, modes are 0.5,12,60 and 300 lumens. When you’re in turbo mode you can access Turbo S. Now a word of caution here, 900 lumens in this small a package has a couple of drawbacks. The first is the obvious, it’s retina melting bright so keep it away from kids. Plus points here to olight for a lockout. The other drawback is the heat, in such a small torch it doesn’t have enough surface area to dissipate the heat. Again olight have thought of this and 900 lumens is limited to 1.5 minutes. It will get extremely hot and could cause burns again with the keeping away from kids.

The new compact charging base is a much better fit than the previous model, but it lacks the USB port that allowed charging of other items.

Overall it’s another improvement over their previously very good offerings.

 


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Etherealicer on October 18, 2016, 04:29:48 PM
Also got an S1R...
I prefer the older charging dock as it was standing on its own.

From left to right: S10, S10R, S1, S1R (on the second picture in reverse order)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on October 18, 2016, 04:51:06 PM
Also got an S1R...
I prefer the older charging dock as it was standing on its own.

From left to right: S10, S10R, S1, S1R (on the second picture in reverse order)

Yeah I think I may need to lay off buying them for a while

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161018/180bad529a5c4a95f0c82b6af74ebe50.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on October 18, 2016, 07:28:33 PM

Yeah I think I may need to lay off buying them for a while


That might be tough with the long, dark winter coming...  :P
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on October 18, 2016, 07:35:30 PM

Yeah I think I may need to lay off buying them for a while


That might be tough with the long, dark winter coming...  :P

Add to that that the S1 mini baton and the new customiseable models as well  :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh

Oh and the Copper R50 Seeker as well with 2500 lumens  :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Etherealicer on October 19, 2016, 09:23:38 AM

Yeah I think I may need to lay off buying them for a while


That might be tough with the long, dark winter coming...  :P
Also, you are missing the S10R Batton II ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on October 19, 2016, 10:25:54 AM

Yeah I think I may need to lay off buying them for a while


That might be tough with the long, dark winter coming...  :P
Also, you are missing the S10R Batton II ;)

Third from the left :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Etherealicer on October 19, 2016, 10:45:43 AM

Yeah I think I may need to lay off buying them for a while


That might be tough with the long, dark winter coming...  :P
Also, you are missing the S10R Batton II ;)

Third from the left :think:
Oh, right, I'm missing the S10R Batton II :facepalm:

Hey could you elaborate what the difference to the S1R is?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on October 19, 2016, 10:59:00 AM

Yeah I think I may need to lay off buying them for a while


That might be tough with the long, dark winter coming...  :P
Also, you are missing the S10R Batton II ;)

Third from the left :think:
Oh, right, I'm missing the S10R Batton II :facepalm:

Hey could you elaborate what the difference to the S1R is?

Simply put the S1R is more compact, higher lumen and longer battery life. The UI has been improved and they've added an illuminated switch which tells you if it's locked and also when the battery is getting low.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Vladimir on October 22, 2016, 01:04:32 PM
Couple of my latest flashlights:
ThorFire KL02, great CR123 light
(http://i67.tinypic.com/1zpp6j8.jpg)

Two different versions of Blocklite 9V-they run for hours even on old 9V batteries, and they cost less than $5 with the brand new 9V battery included
(http://i67.tinypic.com/9znf4l.jpg)
(http://i65.tinypic.com/34td0zk.jpg)

BLF forum flashlight SF-348, stainless steel AAA light with Nichia 219B emitter
(http://i66.tinypic.com/244untg.jpg)

I'm waiting for Lumintop Tool and Jetbeam JET- µ to arrive...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: BCNZ on October 24, 2016, 02:33:12 AM
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5612/30525090505_e938888618_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Nvp4VT)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on October 24, 2016, 03:05:47 PM
that's an interesting one mate. :)  how are you liking it?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: BCNZ on October 25, 2016, 05:44:20 AM
that's an interesting one mate. :)  how are you liking it?

Only had it a couple of weeks but liking it so far.  Brighter, lighter, and more compact than the old 4xAA (Princeton Tec Apex) headlamp it replaced. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on October 25, 2016, 05:02:55 PM
Just had a look at the specs and found out it runs on either CR123A or AA cells.  That's a cracking feature on a headlamp IMO. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on October 27, 2016, 03:19:32 PM
I picked this up about a week ago.  I've been wanting one of these for a long time and when a newer model comes out, opportunity awaits on the used market.

Malkoff Wildcat v.4: 6-9V w/XP-G2 triple, 4000K CCT

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/6/5622/29966807584_8881497902_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ME4HSh)

(https://c3.staticflickr.com/6/5644/30562148346_515981029e_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/NyEZWb)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on October 28, 2016, 06:57:44 PM
Manker T01 :angel:

(http://s25.postimg.org/sco6ghh4v/Manker_T01_1.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/klc1vo2db/Manker_T01_2.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/ujx0i5bsv/Manker_T01_3.jpg)

(http://s25.postimg.org/ok99ehr0f/Manker_T01_4.jpg)

Fenix E99 Ti:

(http://s25.postimg.org/k0uoam7wf/E99.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on October 30, 2016, 07:47:13 AM
Got a couple of Ultrafire Mini Cree Q5 for under USD12 delivered...

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161030/e994efa01a385320449d1f48d42e3dce.jpg)


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: happysharen on November 02, 2016, 12:41:42 PM
zanflare F1 buy from Gear Best
so far, it's good enough! compact and lightweight!
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpt1/v/t1.0-9/14606335_1114984201890614_6363962758030238461_n.jpg?oh=1b6c16c10d90bb13d8961682d18a6828&oe=5886D446&__gda__=1487096518_673ddfc961d4c990b3d0c10685f37440)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: happysharen on November 02, 2016, 12:45:20 PM
zanflare F1 buy from Gear Best
so far, it's good enough! compact and lightweight!
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpt1/v/t1.0-9/14606335_1114984201890614_6363962758030238461_n.jpg?oh=1b6c16c10d90bb13d8961682d18a6828&oe=5886D446&__gda__=1487096518_673ddfc961d4c990b3d0c10685f37440)

LINK REMOVED
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sergemaster on November 02, 2016, 09:01:14 PM
Amici,
This is my newest, the Nitecore TIP which can push out a maximum of 360 lumens along with three easy programmable modes.. Highly recommend. 

Cheers,
Serge 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: krilaster on November 13, 2016, 08:02:57 AM
Hi all!
My last light is a Conwoy s3 from bangood.
It is good enough for bikeing in the night forest.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on November 15, 2016, 11:06:24 PM
Just for fun. here's the S1R heating up in 900 lumen mode

https://youtu.be/Rd0cRijI5JM
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on November 17, 2016, 06:11:38 PM
OK despite me saying I wasn't going to buy anymore the new Olight S Mini Cu arrived today.

The smallest cr123 light around (I think) and packs a pretty hefty 550 lumens.

Last photo is a comparison with the S1

(http://www.linuxhippy.co.uk/images/MTO/Smini1.JPG)

(http://www.linuxhippy.co.uk/images/MTO/Smini2.JPG)

(http://www.linuxhippy.co.uk/images/MTO/Smini3.JPG)

(http://www.linuxhippy.co.uk/images/MTO/Smini4.JPG)

(http://www.linuxhippy.co.uk/images/MTO/Smini5.JPG)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ThePeacent on November 18, 2016, 05:07:15 PM
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/CAM06078_zpsmo9byvw1.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on November 19, 2016, 02:13:50 PM
Another S Mini. This time in PVD Ti.

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161119/c91e0ee583c83fe3273d7ee1f9b04673.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161119/5289f584d817f66beb0b47759b8e45d0.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161119/4965e1d312659e6b6a3bc25060ecc245.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on November 24, 2016, 10:30:41 AM
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_5847.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: clown on November 24, 2016, 05:14:38 PM
Got this Olight yesterday

(http://i441.photobucket.com/albums/qq140/smcclown/20161124_094936.jpg) (http://s441.photobucket.com/user/smcclown/media/20161124_094936.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: charlie fox on November 25, 2016, 02:24:21 PM
Got a few new ones lately:

Nitecore Thumb - great dual color light with an articulated head and a pocket clip. I was hoping that one of the main LEDs was red, but it's still very useful.

Streamlight 1L/1AA - they call it the "Dual Fuel" and, while the output is noticeably different between the two batteries, it's nice having the option.

Streamlight Polytac LED and HP - tough polymer lights with very good brightness and multiple modes. Lightweight too.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: clown on November 26, 2016, 05:41:02 AM
(http://i441.photobucket.com/albums/qq140/smcclown/20161125_232750.jpg) (http://s441.photobucket.com/user/smcclown/media/20161125_232750.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on November 26, 2016, 10:55:57 PM
OK despite me saying I wasn't going to buy anymore the new Olight S Mini Cu arrived today.

The smallest cr123 light around (I think) and packs a pretty hefty 550 lumens.

Last photo is a comparison with the S1

(http://www.linuxhippy.co.uk/images/MTO/Smini1.JPG)

(http://www.linuxhippy.co.uk/images/MTO/Smini2.JPG)

(http://www.linuxhippy.co.uk/images/MTO/Smini3.JPG)

(http://www.linuxhippy.co.uk/images/MTO/Smini4.JPG)

(http://www.linuxhippy.co.uk/images/MTO/Smini5.JPG)

Very dinky mate. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on November 27, 2016, 08:12:27 AM
Another S Mini. This time in PVD Ti.

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161119/c91e0ee583c83fe3273d7ee1f9b04673.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161119/5289f584d817f66beb0b47759b8e45d0.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161119/4965e1d312659e6b6a3bc25060ecc245.jpg)

Great looking light.  I have been so tempted by Olights offerings namely the rechargeable ones. 

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on November 27, 2016, 08:13:26 AM
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_5847.jpg)

I've got this light.  Very bright for a AAA.  I love the clip as I can use the light on my hat as an impromptu head lamp. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: radioactive_Man on December 01, 2016, 02:51:40 AM
Man, everyone buying Olights now.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 01, 2016, 06:22:05 AM
Another S Mini. This time in PVD Ti.

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161119/c91e0ee583c83fe3273d7ee1f9b04673.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161119/5289f584d817f66beb0b47759b8e45d0.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161119/4965e1d312659e6b6a3bc25060ecc245.jpg)

S Mini !?

Carried my S1 today and never once was I like "This thing is great except much to large"
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 01, 2016, 03:24:23 PM
So after doing some research it seems I do need a S Mini or two in my life.

Sigh.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Kev D on December 01, 2016, 05:03:53 PM
My latest is a LED lenser automotive, kindly sent to me by Kampfer in the 2016 secret santa.

It now lives in my car plugged into the socket for when I need it

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5822/30535228613_b14c7a1022_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 01, 2016, 08:30:52 PM
So after doing some research it seems I do need a S Mini or two in my life.

Sigh.

That research stuff can definitely get expensive. :-\
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on December 01, 2016, 08:41:44 PM
So after doing some research it seems I do need a S Mini or two in my life.

Sigh.

That research stuff can definitely get expensive. :-\

Tell me about it  :facepalm:

To be fair though the Ti S Mini seems to be about the same weight as a couple of my AAA lights (Olight Cu and Fenix 15th)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on December 09, 2016, 05:27:06 PM
Convoy S2+

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161209/89f62bd0358b498eb805e29deb0857dd.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 09, 2016, 05:53:04 PM
Nice choice jaya_man. :tu:  I've been very please with my mini Convoy S2.
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on December 09, 2016, 05:55:05 PM
Nice choice jaya_man. :tu:  I've been very please with my mini Convoy S2.
Thanks Gareth...

Unfortunately still unable to try it out... still waiting for the 18650 to arrive :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 09, 2016, 06:10:03 PM
Nice choice jaya_man. :tu:  I've been very please with my mini Convoy S2.
Thanks Gareth...

Unfortunately still unable to try it out... still waiting for the 18650 to arrive :facepalm:

lol.  Yes, a cell to make it run will definitely improve it. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on December 09, 2016, 10:53:50 PM
This maybe the coolest tiniest thing I ever got, jetbeam mini micro usb rechargable next to what I thought was the smallest thrunite T01

sorry if the pics stink, its kind of dark out and I had to shrink them and email them to myself, will post some better shots tomorrow, with my regular camera, and with a sak so you can get a feeling for the size of this thing, for $22 its well worth it, 130/8 high/low lumens, that gift tin, split ring, spare o ring, chain and battery included
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 09, 2016, 11:31:37 PM
Well, there's another thing to add to my wish list.  ::)  Looks very cool Blackbeard. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on December 09, 2016, 11:38:29 PM
its pretty awesome. when I opened the case was shocked at the size  :ahhh , thought it would be a little bigger, very happy with this one. Btw, that thrunite is pretty great as well, neutral tint, very floody, snagged it for $7 on amazon during black friday
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on December 10, 2016, 05:21:12 AM
Nice choice jaya_man. :tu:  I've been very please with my mini Convoy S2.
Thanks Gareth...

Unfortunately still unable to try it out... still waiting for the 18650 to arrive :facepalm:

lol.  Yes, a cell to make it run will definitely improve it. :D
A huge improvement I must say... :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on December 11, 2016, 07:47:38 PM
Another Olight S Mini. This time polished titanium

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161211/dab60a7fa67823964ef294e802d234da.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on December 12, 2016, 12:57:17 AM
Some follow up pics with Vic classic and sliver climber, charging port under the head and baby battery
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Brock O Lee on December 12, 2016, 09:09:30 PM
My first Olight, the S1A just landed. Impressive output with a 14500. I like the simple UI too.

(http://i1243.photobucket.com/albums/gg548/hansjkruger/Mobile%20Uploads/_20161210_211620_zpsbmhojfvt.jpg)

I was so impressed, I might have ordered a S Mini Cu to keep it company...  :angel:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on December 12, 2016, 10:03:58 PM
I had a yellow/black Olight I3e with a clip that Zoid had sent me but unfortunately it decided to grow legs and walk off :facepalm: I really liked that light so I ordered a silver one and it arrived over the weekend and I am very happy with it :cheers: The site said that the silver one put out 120 lumens vs. the 90 the other colors put out but I have no way to compare it but I am happy with it nonetheless :like:

All these lights in this thread are awesome and I wished I came in here more to check them out :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on December 13, 2016, 03:36:38 PM
THere sure are some great lights posted.  I haven't yet got a new one but I have several in my cart. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jimpet on December 13, 2016, 06:20:38 PM
Great!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 13, 2016, 07:17:50 PM
I'm hoping that Santa brings me a T10 in Neutral White. :D  I certainly don't need another 1xAA light, but if someone else buys it then I can't feel guilty about it. ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on December 22, 2016, 09:49:52 PM
This is my first penlight. So much slimmer than I thought it would be. Disappears in the pocket. Time will tell if i accidentally click it on while in my pocket.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Brock O Lee on December 27, 2016, 05:38:30 PM
Santa brought me an Olight S Mini copper over the weekend...

(http://i1243.photobucket.com/albums/gg548/hansjkruger/Mobile%20Uploads/_20161227_181804_zps8d9k39h4.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on December 27, 2016, 05:47:55 PM
Sweet. I love the S mini's :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sneider on December 30, 2016, 10:07:05 PM
Olight S1A Baton neutral white.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on December 31, 2016, 07:22:28 PM
Nitecore TIP CRI, great flashlight. Unfortunately V1 :(

(https://s25.postimg.org/9tpa3v6yn/Blue.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on December 31, 2016, 08:38:03 PM
Nitecore TIP CRI, great flashlight. Unfortunately V1 :(

(https://s25.postimg.org/9tpa3v6yn/Blue.jpg)

Great pic.  :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on December 31, 2016, 08:39:27 PM
I have almost pulled the trigger on an Olight S1R newest version several times.  Anyone want to push me over the edge?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 31, 2016, 09:31:46 PM
I'm hoping that Santa brings me a T10 in Neutral White. :D  I certainly don't need another 1xAA light, but if someone else buys it then I can't feel guilty about it. ;)

Well, Santa let me down. :(  The good news is that my brother-in-law didn't. :D  I've seen and used the modern T10 before so it's not a surprise at all, but it's still a nice little light and I've been very happy to carry it every since I got it on Christmas afternoon. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on January 01, 2017, 12:59:06 PM
I have almost pulled the trigger on an Olight S1R newest version several times.  Anyone want to push me over the edge?

Oh just do it, you will have no regrets :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on January 01, 2017, 03:56:49 PM
I'm hoping that Santa brings me a T10 in Neutral White. :D  I certainly don't need another 1xAA light, but if someone else buys it then I can't feel guilty about it. ;)

Well, Santa let me down. :(  The good news is that my brother-in-law didn't. :D  I've seen and used the modern T10 before so it's not a surprise at all, but it's still a nice little light and I've been very happy to carry it every since I got it on Christmas afternoon.

One of my favorites still  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on January 01, 2017, 03:57:11 PM
I have almost pulled the trigger on an Olight S1R newest version several times.  Anyone want to push me over the edge?

Oh just do it, you will have no regrets :tu:

Ok that about does it for me  :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on January 01, 2017, 04:35:02 PM
Not exactly a flashlight, it's a folding, solar-powered lantern.

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=299468;image)

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=299470;image)

It came as a freebie as I have bought several flashlights from that store over the years -they make excellent presents for people you care about :tu:

I haven't really tested it yet, it works well but I am concerned by a few points. I think I'll make a separete thread later on.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 01, 2017, 05:26:09 PM
That looks like a cracking lamp firiki.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: eddie1115 on January 01, 2017, 06:37:30 PM
Not exactly a flashlight, it's a folding, solar-powered lantern.

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=299468;image)

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=299470;image)

It came as a freebie as I have bought several flashlights from that store over the years -they make excellent presents for people you care about :tu:

I haven't really tested it yet, it works well but I am concerned by a few points. I think I'll make a separete thread later on.
I like those!  I have a smaller one (folds up about the size of a wallet, inflates to the size of a camp pillow).  But it's been great so far, doesn't seem to need much sunlight to charge, and I've used it as a nightlight for my kids when camping.  Solar powered means I don't worry about leaving it on too long.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 02, 2017, 09:00:02 PM
Amazon UK have a good price on the Fenix HL22 just now (£15) and while it doesn't seem to have been a particularly popular light it seems to suit my wants from a headlamp.  Time will tell how I get along with it.

(http://www.fenixtorch.co.uk/ProductImages/12637/BIG/BIG/BIG/12637.jpg)
http://www.fenixlight.com/ProductMore.aspx?id=107&tid=27&cid=2#.WGqwvvXXJdg
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kaput on January 02, 2017, 09:11:37 PM
I'm hoping that Santa brings me a T10 in Neutral White. :D  I certainly don't need another 1xAA light, but if someone else buys it then I can't feel guilty about it. ;)
I'm looking at either that one or the i3 from olight. I'm sure the t10 is much much better. But still weighing the options.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 05, 2017, 01:22:58 PM
Here's my latest, a Fenix HL22.  Simple headlamp with just three modes plus a hidden SOS.  Has mode memory which I always like.  It'll be coming with me on an overnight hike so it'll definitely be getting some use tonight and tomorrow.

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=69823.0;attach=299965)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on January 07, 2017, 10:04:15 PM
That looks like a cracking lamp firiki.  :tu:

It certainly is interesting  :) Claimed output/runtimes are 45lm/6h, 35lm/8h, 20lm/12h. I think the lumen ratings are about right, I am going to test the runtimes a few times before reporting back.

The light emitted is soft and uniform, a tad on the cool white side. Here are a few beamshots. Please excuse the untidy room, I took these pics on purpose thinking the mess would help see how useful the light actually is.

High

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=300283;image)

Medium

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=300285;image)

Low

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=300287;image)

Pics don't really do low justice, it is dim but more useful than it looks in this pic.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on January 07, 2017, 10:10:17 PM
Three more pics, opposite side, more mess and colour :D

High

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=300289;image)


Med

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=300291;image)

Low

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=300293;image)

I forgot to say the room is approximately 5 x 3m. :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on January 07, 2017, 10:16:10 PM
Not exactly a flashlight, it's a folding, solar-powered lantern.

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=299468;image)

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=299470;image)

It came as a freebie as I have bought several flashlights from that store over the years -they make excellent presents for people you care about :tu:

I haven't really tested it yet, it works well but I am concerned by a few points. I think I'll make a separete thread later on.
I like those!  I have a smaller one (folds up about the size of a wallet, inflates to the size of a camp pillow).  But it's been great so far, doesn't seem to need much sunlight to charge, and I've used it as a nightlight for my kids when camping.  Solar powered means I don't worry about leaving it on too long.

That's actually one of my concerns: even with the solar panel covered, the red light indicator still lights up if there's enough ambient light -artificial or natural- coming through the lantern's transparent housing. Does this mean it's constantly charging?! :think: :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: firiki on January 07, 2017, 10:18:07 PM
Here's my latest, a Fenix HL22.  Simple headlamp with just three modes plus a hidden SOS.  Has mode memory which I always like.  It'll be coming with me on an overnight hike so it'll definitely be getting some use tonight and tomorrow.

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=69823.0;attach=299965)

Looking forward to hearing your thoughts. XP-E emitter + TIR lens + good runtimes, this seems like a nice headlamp :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on January 22, 2017, 03:52:00 AM
Well, I had an entire review typed up and my computer locked up and lost it.  Oh well, here is my latest EDC: Lumintop Tool AAA with Hi CRI Nichia emitter.

Executive summary: Finally a worthwhile replacement for my Fenix LD01.  Really, this is the kind of light Fenix should be making themselves.  You should buy one!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on January 22, 2017, 03:53:04 AM
Couple more pics
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on January 26, 2017, 08:39:45 PM
Nitecore TIP Winter Edition 8)

(https://s25.postimg.org/cvwbu2ewv/Nitecore_TIP_1.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/f1qmokidb/Nitecore_TIP_2.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/e0qdzg1dr/Nitecore_TIP_3.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: temo on January 26, 2017, 09:51:45 PM
Did get this small light from exhibition.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170126/edce458c1469c4cd3aa3dc6f77da209f.jpg)

Ok colour match with style :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on January 31, 2017, 05:43:56 PM
Bought a few lights recently. Got a Zebralight H52 AA in Cool White. Been wanting one of these for a long time now. I ventured into a new light company for me which is Lumintop. Went with a Worm in Green, but then saw the Prince Mini and had to buy one. I wanted the full size prince in Copper, but it does not come in my desired battery type so I passed.


(http://www.zebralight.com/thumbnail.asp?file=assets/images/h52andheadbandnew.jpg&maxx=300&maxy=0)
(http://g01.a.alicdn.com/kf/HTB1tA1WNVXXXXXgXpXXq6xXFXXXH/LUMINTOP-Mini-Worm-AAA-110-Lumens-font-b-Keychain-b-font-Flashlight-with-clip-Cree-font.jpg)
(http://www.lumintop.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Prince-Mini.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on January 31, 2017, 10:36:28 PM
Been messing with the H52 and its been flawless. I am very pleased with it.

Just got the Mini Prince today and I have to say it is one good looking light. Bigger than expected. One thing I noticed right away is the clicky is not my favorite. It is one click for ON which starts in low which I do not like. Then you half click to cycle through modes which is a bit wonky. Maybe it takes a bit to get used to. Time will tell.

Still don't have the Worm in hand yet.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Vinjints on January 31, 2017, 11:58:34 PM
Finally replaced my list Fenix with a Thrunite Archer 1A V3 NW. I'm liking it so far, but it is sticking out above the pocket more than I would have liked. No matter, I'm probably going to get a 2a v3 CW next.


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: alexTOOL on February 01, 2017, 12:25:30 AM
Nitecore TIP CRI, great flashlight. Unfortunately V1 :(

(https://s25.postimg.org/9tpa3v6yn/Blue.jpg)

How do you know is version 1 ?

What´s the difference???  ???
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 01, 2017, 12:59:54 AM
Been messing with the H52 and its been flawless. I am very pleased with it.

Just got the Mini Prince today and I have to say it is one good looking light. Bigger than expected. One thing I noticed right away is the clicky is not my favorite. It is one click for ON which starts in low which I do not like. Then you half click to cycle through modes which is a bit wonky. Maybe it takes a bit to get used to. Time will tell.

Still don't have the Worm in hand yet.
that Prince is a bit of bling mate. 8)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on February 01, 2017, 09:30:48 AM
My latest should be here this week.  I finally pulled the trigger on the Olight S1R. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on February 04, 2017, 09:15:48 AM
My latest just arrived and is soo game for edc carry.. Armytek Tiara A1...

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170204/8e38db4fde2ca22e87cae3589280f80d.jpg)


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 04, 2017, 10:11:24 AM
That's a new one to me.  Looks good though. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on February 04, 2017, 10:15:50 AM
Max 450 lumens using 14500... has an IP68 rating... and an anti-slip coating...


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on February 04, 2017, 05:11:21 PM
My latest just arrived and is soo game for edc carry.. Armytek Tiara A1...

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170204/8e38db4fde2ca22e87cae3589280f80d.jpg)


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I'm liking these angle lights.  This one in particular is very nice  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on February 04, 2017, 05:23:22 PM
My latest just arrived and is soo game for edc carry.. Armytek Tiara A1...

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170204/8e38db4fde2ca22e87cae3589280f80d.jpg)


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I'm liking these angle lights.  This one in particular is very nice  :tu:
The pro version has a magnetic tail cap, strobe function and illuminated current indicator on the switch bezel :cheers:


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on February 05, 2017, 06:36:06 AM
My latest just arrived and is soo game for edc carry.. Armytek Tiara A1...

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170204/8e38db4fde2ca22e87cae3589280f80d.jpg)


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I'm liking these angle lights.  This one in particular is very nice  :tu:
The pro version has a magnetic tail cap, strobe function and illuminated current indicator on the switch bezel :cheers:


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I dig lights that accept Lithium, Nickel Metal, and Alkalines.  I also really like how the light can be told what cell you are using in it.  I watched a good video review of this light when I was looking at headlamps. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on February 05, 2017, 06:50:24 AM
My latest just arrived and is soo game for edc carry.. Armytek Tiara A1...

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170204/8e38db4fde2ca22e87cae3589280f80d.jpg)


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I'm liking these angle lights.  This one in particular is very nice  :tu:
The pro version has a magnetic tail cap, strobe function and illuminated current indicator on the switch bezel :cheers:


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I dig lights that accept Lithium, Nickel Metal, and Alkalines.  I also really like how the light can be told what cell you are using in it.  I watched a good video review of this light when I was looking at headlamps.
Agree... ideal especially for survival situations... AA sized lights are so common, at least around this part of the world... battery runs out of juice, simply chuck in alkalines...


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on February 05, 2017, 09:11:13 PM
how is your worm Spaulding?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on February 08, 2017, 02:21:52 AM
how is your worm Spaulding?

Its been great! I really like everything about it, except the sequence in which the modes come on and cycle. It is very bright for a AAA light as well. I love the glow ring they put inside the reflector. I can see owning a bunch of different flavors of the Worm. I actually just bought the Stainless Steel version to keep the green one company.  :D I also love my Lumintop Prince Mini. I am really enjoying the Lumintop brand thus far.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on February 08, 2017, 02:28:58 AM
Got my copper I3E EOS today!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on February 08, 2017, 02:29:38 AM
This just came in... Nitecore P12 2015...

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170208/9175106dbd0a34de433c5b949cd0c997.jpg)


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on February 08, 2017, 08:04:32 AM
These showed up today.  New version T10 which is brighter but the clip is eh.  A few other changes as well. The clicky is now rubber and the light is a tad shorter. 

Really loving the S1R. 

Headlamp will accept lithium cells and best of all it came with them.  I like that it only uses 2 rather than 3 like many headlamps.  Initial tests are its plenty bright and comfortable. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ThePeacent on February 08, 2017, 05:12:42 PM
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on February 11, 2017, 05:22:30 AM
These showed up today.  New version T10 which is brighter but the clip is eh.  A few other changes as well. The clicky is now rubber and the light is a tad shorter. 

Really loving the S1R. 

Headlamp will accept lithium cells and best of all it came with them.  I like that it only uses 2 rather than 3 like many headlamps.  Initial tests are its plenty bright and comfortable.

Sweet!

I am debating on buying the S1A.  :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on February 11, 2017, 07:14:48 AM
Had to order a Copper S1A!  :facepalm:


Also bought some 14500 batteries and another compact charger.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on February 11, 2017, 04:07:59 PM
Had to order a Copper S1A!  :facepalm:


Also bought some 14500 batteries and another compact charger.



You made short work of that  :salute:

The build quality of Olight from the few I have is very good.  I like the S1A running Li cells.  I also very much like lights that arent picky about what cell it will run. 

I've looked at so many lights and the only one I think I still need to get is the Zebralight SC5.  I think at this point I've found the lights I'd trust in any situation. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on February 16, 2017, 05:23:59 AM
just dont buy the olight 16340 batteries, they are not good
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on February 16, 2017, 06:10:54 AM
Bought a Olight S1R as well.  :facepalm:


Got some Olight 14500 batteries for the S1A and was hoping they would work in the Zebralight's I have and the Mini Prince but they do not work in any of them.  They are longer than standard 14500's and appear to only work in Olights which is a complete bummer.  I get the Copper S1A tomorrow so they better work in there.  Lol.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on February 16, 2017, 06:12:37 AM
Oh and that Olight compact magnetic charger works beautifully. Bought two.  :gimme:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on February 16, 2017, 10:41:35 PM
 :whistle:



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Initial impressions are excellent.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 16, 2017, 10:46:36 PM
Cool stuff Cap. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on February 17, 2017, 12:18:54 AM
The latest.


(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2237/32817801501_e36a781e15_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on February 17, 2017, 12:21:17 AM
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 17, 2017, 02:34:06 PM
The latest.


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Nice. 8)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on February 17, 2017, 03:10:36 PM
Nice group Capt. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on February 19, 2017, 12:32:08 AM
Thanks guys.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: parnass on February 20, 2017, 04:03:33 AM
My latest flashlight is the 2017 version Inova X1.  I power it using a Panasonic Eneloop Pro NiMH battery.

Link to manufacturer's web page: http://www.niteize.com/product/INOVA-X1-LED-Flashlight.asp

(http://parnass.com/images/inova-x1-2017.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Corwyn on February 20, 2017, 12:06:10 PM
Nitecore TIP, thanks to our very own Etherlicer's generosity.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on February 23, 2017, 07:49:15 AM
Got my S1R Baton tonight!  :ahhh

Love it already, but figured I would since the Copper S1A has been a dream.   :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on February 23, 2017, 08:27:38 AM
Got my S1R Baton tonight!  :ahhh

Love it already, but figured I would since the Copper S1A has been a dream.   :D

 :salute:  Its such a terrific light.  Question tho?  How do you like it as compared to your Zebralight?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on February 24, 2017, 10:11:24 PM
2xConvoy S2+ & Eagle Eye A6 :angel:

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on February 25, 2017, 05:14:58 AM
Got my S1R Baton tonight!  :ahhh

Love it already, but figured I would since the Copper S1A has been a dream.   :D

 :salute:  Its such a terrific light.  Question tho?  How do you like it as compared to your Zebralight?


Compared to the SC52 or H52 specifically or just Zebralight in general?



Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on February 25, 2017, 05:25:24 AM
They have similar UI's which I really like since I absolutely love the UI Zebralight uses. Obviously there are less modes to choose from with the S1R, but that's alright. I wish the S1R had the 4 click option to check battery life like the Zebralight's, but the Zebralight does not have a electronic lockout. I like the clip better on the Olight. Actually, the Olight clip may very well be my favorite clip of all time...... On ANYTHING! That is saying a lot for me since I have a sick infatuation with pocket clips and am VERY particular. I kind of like the feature where when the light is turned off it slowly cuts away the light to preserve vision and not "stun" your eyes. The S1A does not have this feature though. I like the magnetic base of the Olight in one sense, but also have my concerns about it. I was told the magnet is removable on the S1A, but not sure about the S1R as it may be integral for charging purposes. That is if you choose to charge with the batter installed. Fit and finish is excellent on all, but out of the Zebralights and the Olight's the S1R has the grittiest feeling threads. The Copper S1A being the best and feels like butter from day one. Not sure if this is gunk stuck in the thread or less precise machining. Time will tell when I clean and re-oil. Obviously I love the output on the Olight, but first impressions on runtime for the S1R are not good at all. Aesthetically they both have there merits and could not choose which is better. They are both different in a good way. I truly am a sucker for blue accents though. Sorry for the rambling. I had not put to much thought into comparing them yet and am just thinking about it now. I may do a comparison thread soon. Any specific questions?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on February 26, 2017, 08:40:21 AM
 :salute:

Thanks Capt.  I should have been specific as to what ZL.  I think you pretty well hit every point I was wondering.  The Olight is pretty impressive in output.  The UI is simple and I also love how it slowly ramps.  The size is terrific as is the clip.  I'm pretty stoked on this light and carried since the day I got mine.  The blue accents are pretty sweet. 

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on February 28, 2017, 05:32:43 PM
After all these years I did it.


I decided on this vs the SC5 solely cause this one can take Lithium cells.  The specs are pretty close to the newer ZL otherwise.  The UI isn't as rough as I initially thought.  I've programmed it to my liking and after playing with it for a little bit I'm pretty comfortable using it.   
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mr. Whippy on February 28, 2017, 11:36:18 PM
After losing a couple AAAx1 lights, I decided to go back to a CR123X1 format light.  Olight had these for sale at Christmas this year and I couldn't resist.

(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z231/bluebadger88/misc/Olight/20170228_114129_zpsi0tnn7r5.jpg)

And here it is next to a CR123X1 Luma power Dmini VX
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on March 01, 2017, 05:32:41 PM
 :like:

Olight has really come out with some winners.  Loving my S1R. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on March 01, 2017, 05:46:37 PM
After all these years I did it.


I decided on this vs the SC5 solely cause this one can take Lithium cells.  The specs are pretty close to the newer ZL otherwise.  The UI isn't as rough as I initially thought.  I've programmed it to my liking and after playing with it for a little bit I'm pretty comfortable using it.

Congrats!

Love my Zebralights and the SC52 was my first introduction into "good" flashlights.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on March 01, 2017, 06:57:43 PM
After all these years I did it.


I decided on this vs the SC5 solely cause this one can take Lithium cells.  The specs are pretty close to the newer ZL otherwise.  The UI isn't as rough as I initially thought.  I've programmed it to my liking and after playing with it for a little bit I'm pretty comfortable using it.

Congrats!

Love my Zebralights and the SC52 was my first introduction into "good" flashlights.

My Olight S1R is my first "good" light.  I do enjoy these nicer lights and the ZL in particular style wise may not be everyones cup of tea I quite like the look. 

I didn't find the UI to be as fiddly as some.  I quite like how this light operates actually.  While my S1R is simple and straight forward I don't mind a little more thought when using my ZL. 

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on March 02, 2017, 02:04:39 AM
Impulse buy on an Olight H1R Nova arrived yesterday... woohooo

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on March 02, 2017, 10:52:27 PM
Impulse buy on an Olight H1R Nova arrived yesterday... woohooo

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Another great light.  I  looked at this one when I was looking at the Armytek Tiarra. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on March 06, 2017, 06:42:30 PM
Picked up these over the weekend. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on March 07, 2017, 02:21:26 AM
Impulse buy on an Olight H1R Nova arrived yesterday... woohooo

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Another great light.  I  looked at this one when I was looking at the Armytek Tiarra.
Thanks... they sure are :cheers:


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on March 07, 2017, 02:21:46 AM
Picked up these over the weekend.
Nice score


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on March 07, 2017, 03:37:15 AM
Picked up these over the weekend.
Nice score


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+1   :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on March 07, 2017, 08:47:43 AM
Thanks guys.  Ones going to my youngest.  I just gave a T10 to my older daughter. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ThePeacent on March 15, 2017, 05:16:22 PM
I'll give you a TIP
 :D

(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-03/20170314_193637_zpskcr4wnu5.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ThePeacent on March 19, 2017, 11:19:59 AM
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on March 20, 2017, 10:55:42 PM
TIP CRI 8)

(https://s25.postimg.org/w5xii7a7z/Nitecore_TIP_CRI.jpg)\
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 20, 2017, 11:07:01 PM
These TIPs seem very popular.  I might have to go and have a second look.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on March 22, 2017, 01:27:43 AM
This maybe the coolest tiniest thing I ever got, jetbeam mini micro usb rechargable next to what I thought was the smallest thrunite T01

sorry if the pics stink, its kind of dark out and I had to shrink them and email them to myself, will post some better shots tomorrow, with my regular camera, and with a sak so you can get a feeling for the size of this thing, for $22 its well worth it, 130/8 high/low lumens, that gift tin, split ring, spare o ring, chain and battery included

*JETBEAM MINI UPDATE* damn thing is already showing signs of a bad battery or the electronics draining it, im not sure, but its only 3.5 months old and used it sparingly. battery charging in only 1/2 hour and to 4.0 ish volts, loses voltage pretty quick, pretty disapointed with this
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on March 22, 2017, 01:50:21 AM
I had a yellow/black Olight I3e with a clip that Zoid had sent me but unfortunately it decided to grow legs and walk off :facepalm: I really liked that light so I ordered a silver one and it arrived over the weekend and I am very happy with it :cheers: The site said that the silver one put out 120 lumens vs. the 90 the other colors put out but I have no way to compare it but I am happy with it nonetheless :like:

All these lights in this thread are awesome and I wished I came in here more to check them out :tu:

You lost the precious   :o   noooooooooo...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ThePeacent on March 22, 2017, 02:59:50 PM
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-03/20170317_181527_zps3h5djk3q.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on March 23, 2017, 12:01:42 AM
Nitenumen NE01 8)

(https://s25.postimg.org/3r7eqhgfz/Nitenumen_NE01_Manker_U11.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 23, 2017, 09:36:32 AM
This maybe the coolest tiniest thing I ever got, jetbeam mini micro usb rechargable next to what I thought was the smallest thrunite T01

sorry if the pics stink, its kind of dark out and I had to shrink them and email them to myself, will post some better shots tomorrow, with my regular camera, and with a sak so you can get a feeling for the size of this thing, for $22 its well worth it, 130/8 high/low lumens, that gift tin, split ring, spare o ring, chain and battery included

*JETBEAM MINI UPDATE* damn thing is already showing signs of a bad battery or the electronics draining it, im not sure, but its only 3.5 months old and used it sparingly. battery charging in only 1/2 hour and to 4.0 ish volts, loses voltage pretty quick, pretty disapointed with this

Sorry to hear that mate.  It does sound like the battery to me as well.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on March 23, 2017, 09:40:21 AM
Nitenumen NE01 8)

(https://s25.postimg.org/3r7eqhgfz/Nitenumen_NE01_Manker_U11.jpg)

Stop posting pics of interesting looking lights I might be tempted to buy.  :twak:

Very cool mate. :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on March 25, 2017, 02:03:52 AM
Haha, sorry :D

Sweet Lumintop Worm 4.0

(https://s25.postimg.org/nh3xrj9fj/Lumintop_Worm_4.0.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on March 25, 2017, 07:14:53 AM
Looks cool.   :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MusicMen on March 26, 2017, 03:39:34 AM
Withall the pix and talk about TIP I ended up getting one through Amazon. Pretty nice little light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ThePeacent on March 26, 2017, 11:54:09 AM
Withall the pix and talk about TIP I ended up getting one through Amazon. Pretty nice little light.

very nice indeed!

(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/20170317_1758591_zpsgazpjqcp.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on April 01, 2017, 11:32:40 PM
Convoy M2, very nice flashlight! 8)

(https://s25.postimg.org/na10qeh6n/Convoy_M2.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on April 06, 2017, 11:41:41 PM
Lumintop AAA brass. Haven't really had a chance to use it, but love everything about it so far.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on April 08, 2017, 01:58:46 AM
Lumintop tool from recent amazon sale($10). really nice AAA light with a clicky, perfect beam, lobster claw on included keychain is no good tho

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3955/33771944541_626d6bdd0e_m.jpg) (https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2887/33516397790_c7c8f31d31_m.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Vladimir on April 09, 2017, 03:23:03 PM
Pics of flashlights I bought in the last couple of months:

(http://i66.tinypic.com/n525c1.jpg)
(http://i67.tinypic.com/257koax.jpg)
(http://i68.tinypic.com/140hl5c.jpg)
(http://i65.tinypic.com/6gk2v6.jpg)

Lumintop Tool AAA, Jetbeam JET-u, Aimai AK02 (ThorFire KL02 clone) and ThorFire KL03.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on April 28, 2017, 08:23:41 PM
Nitecore NU20 CRI (~5000K, CRI>90) :whistle:

(https://s25.postimg.org/p9k3su267/NU20_CRI.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/5g8004osf/NU20_CRIa.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/l2z9di2kf/NU20_CRIb.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 29, 2017, 01:44:43 AM
you're doing it to me AGAIN! :ahhh  Yet another light I need to go look up. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on May 12, 2017, 06:00:51 AM
Amazon had some crazy lightning deal a few days ago with a promo coupon from mfr for free light(you can still get the stainless one free with another purchase), so I wound up getting these 2 thorfire AAA lights for $5 total:

(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61ubStOFpYL._SL1200_.jpg)
(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61ooH2HvCGL._SL1200_.jpg)

(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51xHd6wGBnL._SL1000_.jpg)

First impressions: the PF01S(black body) light has a low so low its pretty unusable, the rubber boot switch is kinda hard to push, it travels a long distance till it clicks in. has 3 levels, cant tailstand and no lanyard hole. build quality is ok, doubt it will be very durable tho.

The TS3A Stainless steel light has 2 levels and a strobe, the threads were very tight due to improper placement of o-ring, it got better after I moved it and lubed with silicon grease. it is slightly brighter than the black light, and is solidly built, came with split ring and lobster claw, but when its installed u cant tailstand it. Its a nice chunk of stainless steel with a decent metal clickie. its a little over 3 1/4" in length so I have no idea why they call it a keychain light when it dwarfs other offerings from olight and fenix

Both have perfectly centered emitters and black rated for 120 lumens, but closer to 80, SS in the 90-100 lumen range range

Overall for $5 was a hell of a deal(if they last), but since this is an off brand, I dont have much confidence in longeveity.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 12, 2017, 08:08:34 AM
$5 sounds like great deal mate. :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on May 12, 2017, 08:50:28 AM
Nitecore NU20 CRI (~5000K, CRI>90) :whistle:

(https://s25.postimg.org/p9k3su267/NU20_CRI.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/5g8004osf/NU20_CRIa.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/l2z9di2kf/NU20_CRIb.jpg)

Interesting.   :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on May 13, 2017, 04:12:53 PM
I needed a larger torch and given my preference for Olight I chose this.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170513/79d997e42945c1e4f61a245f8d6f1761.jpg)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170513/faf7ea535f6ab111beaef6faa9bb79eb.jpg)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170513/d361f94a46e78dff40b8c9d67cbe8559.jpg)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170513/455c249b71dccd8ce15ccd0d8a8e75df.jpg)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170513/8e365de8a6a2d72776eb77075d3e7f80.jpg)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170513/cbc5d8f642cd5bd04503426a9e975bff.jpg)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170513/19aad36cccebb4e1172668358a01c886.jpg)

3200 lumens with a 250m range. Going to give this a go tonight :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on May 13, 2017, 04:28:44 PM
Not the X7? :lol:


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on May 13, 2017, 04:33:05 PM
What a beauty! Love me some Olight.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on May 13, 2017, 04:34:30 PM
Not the X7? :lol:


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The X7 is huge!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on May 13, 2017, 04:34:45 PM
What a beauty! Love me some Olight.

Me too  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on May 13, 2017, 04:35:53 PM
Not the X7? :lol:


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The X7 is huge!
I bet... 9000 lumens too I think


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: smiller43147 on May 13, 2017, 08:53:37 PM
Picked up this COB LED light as an impulse buy at my hardware store.  Claims 180 lumens.  It's a pretty good area light. 
It has a bit of a refraction pattern, but not really that noticeable.  All in all a pretty good deal for US$4.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on May 17, 2017, 11:15:05 PM
Ok I was sent this as an item to test. However I'm no longer in a position to test this anymore, but they still said keep it!

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170517/06872930dae13fc6e0faa2703e629df2.jpg)

Specs on box

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170517/b8b022345b0b1bc1071d6a87cd8320a3.jpg)

Glock and 1913 adapters included

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170517/022e3bd44dff41ce523be5035650e4f5.jpg)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170517/7ebd4a35e4a0d3617d75bfabbadc24ce.jpg)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170517/ee9c4c0601ccc8cca4b9c0476f88836b.jpg)

Ambidextrous switch

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170517/675c6064900de046faeeff42d93930a0.jpg)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170517/874afb837f8d6c718ccd217c3676a196.jpg)

That's very easy to reach

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170517/601f5e73c7f4c51913d61f5f4ee88774.jpg)

Low power 'navigation' blue light, which I quite like.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170517/98420b043e8aa2dd59a28050a9d789e4.jpg)

And then 400 lumens which is more than enough for a handgun

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170517/8d39c7df9ecb16742fe37c029e57e6d3.jpg)

Overall this is a very credible first go at a compact weapon light. I see that they have released a PL II now which seems to have addressed some concerns of certain individuals. 

Would I rely on this light to work every time if my life depended on it? As long as it's built as well as the M series. Would I use it in a home defence role, absolutely.

Just a quick note. The P226 in the photos is the co2 powered pellet version. Although the 226 was my handgun of choice for the last 20 years (laws permitting).
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on May 20, 2017, 05:39:39 PM
Skilhunt H03 8)

(https://s25.postimg.org/kcd221abj/Skilhunt_H03.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/i92mudain/Skilhunt_H03a.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on May 20, 2017, 11:07:10 PM
Great pics maba.   :tu:   :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on May 24, 2017, 03:42:18 AM
About 6-8 months ago I got a Jetbeam Jet U, not sure if I posted it here, but I wound up giving it to my mom as it had a plastic shaving in the TIR lens and it showed up in beam pattern. She loves the light tho, doubt she ever noticed it but as a flashaholic it drove me nuts

My second one arrived today was about $8 after I used some GB points. I love the deals I've been getting on AAA lights lately, this one has a weirdish beam pattern, not oval, but slightly squashed, again not great but not up to standards of the Jet 1, which is much nicer and not much more $.

Also I think the 135 lumens is overstated, its maybe 100, just slightly higher than my olight i3e. Comes with a decent lanyard, pocket clip & has 3 modes, a good deal if you can get it cheap, but I wouldnt overpay for it at the standard $13+ it usually goes for.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 24, 2017, 08:36:20 AM
About 6-8 months ago I got a Jetbeam Jet U, not sure if I posted it here, but I wound up giving it to my mom as it had a plastic shaving in the TIR lens and it showed up in beam pattern. She loves the light tho, doubt she ever noticed it but as a flashaholic it drove me nuts

My second one arrived today was about $8 after I used some GB points. I love the deals I've been getting on AAA lights lately, this one has a weirdish beam pattern, not oval, but slightly squashed, again not great but not up to standards of the Jet 1, which is much nicer and not much more $.

Also I think the 135 lumens is overstated, its maybe 100, just slightly higher than my olight i3e. Comes with a decent lanyard, pocket clip & has 3 modes, a good deal if you can get it cheap, but I wouldnt overpay for it at the standard $13+ it usually goes for.

That's a shame to hear.  I'm a big fan of my Jet-1 and was thinking about the Jet-mu, but I'm not in a rush. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on May 24, 2017, 08:58:04 AM
About 6-8 months ago I got a Jetbeam Jet U, not sure if I posted it here, but I wound up giving it to my mom as it had a plastic shaving in the TIR lens and it showed up in beam pattern. She loves the light tho, doubt she ever noticed it but as a flashaholic it drove me nuts

My second one arrived today was about $8 after I used some GB points. I love the deals I've been getting on AAA lights lately, this one has a weirdish beam pattern, not oval, but slightly squashed, again not great but not up to standards of the Jet 1, which is much nicer and not much more $.

Also I think the 135 lumens is overstated, its maybe 100, just slightly higher than my olight i3e. Comes with a decent lanyard, pocket clip & has 3 modes, a good deal if you can get it cheap, but I wouldnt overpay for it at the standard $13+ it usually goes for.

That's a shame to hear.  I'm a big fan of my Jet-1 and was thinking about the Jet-mu, but I'm not in a rush.


Yeah I think its the TIR lense, 2/3 of my olight i3e's have off centered emitters due to this thing. The Jet 1 is so much nicer, but I guess for the average user its not an issue, but I would think if you are buying this and not a walmart cheapo you are already a part time flashaholic. I'll keep if for now, see if I can get a pic of this weird beam, but it may wind up being gifted in the future as well.

not sure its showing up in the pic, best description I have is it looks like the middle section of a snowman thats past its prime and its 55 degrees outside  :rofl:

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4271/34473252800_e4fbc20b1b_m.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kkokkolis on May 24, 2017, 09:57:03 AM
I am amazed by the new dimensions the MH27UV opened in my life. I read at night without disturbing my wife, I move around in the house without lighting up the whole place (we always chose the brightest of lightbulbs), I light up the specimens I examine with my stereomicroscope, loupe or macroscope, I keep my adaptation in the dark with the red light during stargazing sessions, I check my banknotes with the UV, I search for thing in my car's floor and trunk (because I dimmed with red filters all the lights in it, for astronomy) and so on.
The problem is that, strictly out of OCD, I feel I would like to have the Green light too. Hell, you don't have RGBUV without the G, right?
So, I wonder, should I buy the Nitecore SRT7 GT with all 4 auxiliary colored LEDs now (it's already available here) which is very similar to the MH27UV, or wait for the SRT9 that will give me some diferences (battery time, double the lumens and flooder mirror)?
Any thoughts?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on May 24, 2017, 03:02:24 PM
I blame Gareth for these

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170524/c6e3d5b660ca50c16fff2e49d32eed19.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 24, 2017, 03:46:18 PM
I am amazed by the new dimensions the MH27UV opened in my life. I read at night without disturbing my wife, I move around in the house without lighting up the whole place (we always chose the brightest of lightbulbs), I light up the specimens I examine with my stereomicroscope, loupe or macroscope, I keep my adaptation in the dark with the red light during stargazing sessions, I check my banknotes with the UV, I search for thing in my car's floor and trunk (because I dimmed with red filters all the lights in it, for astronomy) and so on.
The problem is that, strictly out of OCD, I feel I would like to have the Green light too. Hell, you don't have RGBUV without the G, right?
So, I wonder, should I buy the Nitecore SRT7 GT with all 4 auxiliary colored LEDs now (it's already available here) which is very similar to the MH27UV, or wait for the SRT9 that will give me some diferences (battery time, double the lumens and flooder mirror)?
Any thoughts?

If it were me I'd wait.  You'll only want the latest version anyway and so buying an intermediate one is a waste of money IMO.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 24, 2017, 03:47:20 PM
I blame Gareth for these

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170524/c6e3d5b660ca50c16fff2e49d32eed19.jpg)

Oops.  :-[  I hope you like them.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kkokkolis on May 24, 2017, 10:10:45 PM
I think you are right. If you aren't, I'll just blame you.






 :think:






Wait, Kirky and you.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 25, 2017, 07:53:37 AM
I think you are right. If you aren't, I'll just blame you.






 :think:






Wait, Kirky and you.

Smashie blames me for his spending money, you'll blame me for not spending...seems a chap can't win.  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on May 25, 2017, 11:48:35 AM
Smashie blames me for his spending money, you'll blame me for not spending...seems a chap can't win.  :D


To be fair G, there's a thread on here that has just cost me a damn sight more money [/font] :rofl: :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on May 25, 2017, 11:51:27 AM
I think you are right. If you aren't, I'll just blame you.






 :think:






Wait, Kirky and you.

Smashie blames me for his spending money, you'll blame me for not spending...seems a chap can't win.  :D

I blame Gareth for Arrow, someone had to say it. Watched most of the seasons on netflix, just watched the season finale, its good and bad and cheesy. but as long as we're piling blame on him, I think he deserves some for this show, hey you use the avatar you get blamed  :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 25, 2017, 03:38:19 PM
Seems I must develop broad shoulders. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on May 27, 2017, 01:07:30 AM
Juste took a Fenix UC02SS (with blue anodized patterns)
Thats a great micro thingy !!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on May 27, 2017, 08:37:36 AM
Seems I must develop broad shoulders. :D

You can only blame yourself for having weeny shoulders.   ;)   :P
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on May 29, 2017, 04:20:56 PM
Well it seems I just can't bloody help myself. Nothing to do with Gareth or Kirky, this all me.

Olight H1R Nova

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170529/80857b076d5a5df9be1d59e7b3f1e19d.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on May 29, 2017, 04:53:24 PM
That's an awsome light Smashie... you'll not regret getting it...

I see you got the neutral white version (evident with the N at the beginning of the serial code)...


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on May 29, 2017, 05:48:16 PM
That's an awsome light Smashie... you'll not regret getting it...

I see you got the neutral white version (evident with the N at the beginning of the serial code)...


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Thanks, neutral I figured would be easier on the eyes for any close up usage  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: 4everYoung on May 29, 2017, 08:42:01 PM
Well it seems I just can't bloody help myself. Nothing to do with Gareth or Kirky, this all me.

Olight H1R Nova

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170529/80857b076d5a5df9be1d59e7b3f1e19d.jpg)
Awesome choice! I love mine.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: 4everYoung on May 29, 2017, 08:42:41 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170529/7506386c84deb9c13024525bd9719950.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on May 29, 2017, 11:40:51 PM
Well it seems I just can't bloody help myself. Nothing to do with Gareth or Kirky, this all me.

Olight H1R Nova

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170529/80857b076d5a5df9be1d59e7b3f1e19d.jpg)

I see they use the same band/attachment thing as zebralight which I find a little uncomfortable on the forehead...
The flashlight itself looks great, just wish they would sort out the comfort part.
How do you find it?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on May 29, 2017, 11:41:28 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170529/7506386c84deb9c13024525bd9719950.jpg)

Nice pic.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on May 30, 2017, 12:58:02 AM
Well it seems I just can't bloody help myself. Nothing to do with Gareth or Kirky, this all me.

Olight H1R Nova

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170529/80857b076d5a5df9be1d59e7b3f1e19d.jpg)

I see they use the same band/attachment thing as zebralight which I find a little uncomfortable on the forehead...
The flashlight itself looks great, just wish they would sort out the comfort part.
How do you find it?


I haven't tried the headband yet although my son thinks it's really cool :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on June 02, 2017, 12:39:26 PM
I think we can safely say that I'm addicted to Olights

Ii3S-cu

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170602/99ec499aeec93f2847ee13dcc9a9db1d.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on June 04, 2017, 12:18:11 AM
Nitecore MT06

(https://s25.postimg.org/y1nu5qp33/Nitecore_MT06_MD.jpg)

Jetbeam Jet-U

(https://s25.postimg.org/qe1e6t7cv/Jetbeam_Jet-_U.jpg)

Thorfire TG06S

(https://s25.postimg.org/qs2q6ergf/Thorfire_TG06_S.jpg)

Nitecore TIP CRI

(https://s25.postimg.org/nkfp9l0u7/Nitecore_TIP_CRI.jpg)

Lumintop Tool AAA Nichia

(https://s25.postimg.org/qoqd6dhmn/Lumintop-_Tool-_AAA.jpg)

Olight S2R

(https://s25.postimg.org/idpe7733z/Olight_S2_R.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on June 04, 2017, 12:42:28 AM
Sooo much want!   :gimme:   :gimme:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on June 04, 2017, 07:55:21 AM
That MT06MD has EVERYTHING my older regular MT06 lacks :
High CRI, more floody, 4lm mode, ...

I need one now  :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on June 04, 2017, 04:18:11 PM
Going theough this thread somehow ignited a flashlight addiction in me. Now I want a Zebralight SC05W, a Manker E11 and an Armytek Wizard Pro v3 XHP50 USB :facepalm:


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on June 06, 2017, 10:50:13 PM
Ok I got four lights in this morning

The Olight S Mini's to complete the collection

From top to bottom

Stainless steel Thunder Grey

Titanium Bead Blasted

Copper Titanium alloy Black

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170606/3e9d72df51c9966e4b94d2645dafe8b6.jpg)

Now the disappointment, i3s Titanium Gold, very obviously second hand and used. I've raised it with them so hopefully I'll hear from them tomorrow.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170606/8124e90af380e1d38c78fed5aa40b7f9.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on June 07, 2017, 03:15:51 AM
Ok I got four lights in this morning

The Olight S Mini's to complete the collection

From top to bottom

Stainless steel Thunder Grey

Titanium Bead Blasted

Copper Titanium alloy Black

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170606/3e9d72df51c9966e4b94d2645dafe8b6.jpg)

Now the disappointment, i3s Titanium Gold, very obviously second hand and used. I've raised it with them so hopefully I'll hear from them tomorrow.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170606/8124e90af380e1d38c78fed5aa40b7f9.jpg)

Love the lights. The S1 is so good.

Have a H1 Nova due to arrive in the next couple of days. Pretty excited to replace my no name cheap headlamp.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on June 07, 2017, 09:51:22 AM
Ok I got four lights in this morning

The Olight S Mini's to complete the collection

From top to bottom

Stainless steel Thunder Grey

Titanium Bead Blasted

Copper Titanium alloy Black

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170606/3e9d72df51c9966e4b94d2645dafe8b6.jpg)

Now the disappointment, i3s Titanium Gold, very obviously second hand and used. I've raised it with them so hopefully I'll hear from them tomorrow.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170606/8124e90af380e1d38c78fed5aa40b7f9.jpg)

Love the lights. The S1 is so good.

Have a H1 Nova due to arrive in the next couple of days. Pretty excited to replace my no name cheap headlamp.


The H1 is a brilliant headlight, I'm not sure how long the headband will last, but the light has stood up to the worst my 5 year old can throw at it  :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on June 08, 2017, 09:31:24 PM
Well after one email to Olight, the nice lady Sandra sent me a new i3S. They didn't want the old one back said keep it as a spare!

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170608/75bbd632b77805d028ab5f58d7bef4cd.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on June 14, 2017, 10:11:47 PM
Manker E02 Nichia :tu:

(https://s25.postimg.org/n365av70f/Manker_E02.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/3wsy7oqin/Manker_E02b.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on June 15, 2017, 12:05:17 AM
Manker E02 Nichia :tu:

(https://s25.postimg.org/n365av70f/Manker_E02.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/3wsy7oqin/Manker_E02b.jpg)
Is this the gray or black one? Nichia would be 188 lumens max right?


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on June 15, 2017, 12:34:55 AM
Gray :)

(http://i.imgur.com/tlKPPIl.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: this_is_nascar on June 15, 2017, 12:44:34 AM
Man that thing is huge for a 1xAAA light.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on June 15, 2017, 04:49:10 AM
Manker E02 Nichia :tu:

(https://s25.postimg.org/n365av70f/Manker_E02.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/3wsy7oqin/Manker_E02b.jpg)

 :like: 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on June 15, 2017, 06:32:18 AM
Gray :)

(http://i.imgur.com/tlKPPIl.jpg)
Man, that gray is nice... Am thinking of getting one too... :cheers:


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 15, 2017, 09:46:38 AM
Manker E02 Nichia :tu:

(https://s25.postimg.org/n365av70f/Manker_E02.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/3wsy7oqin/Manker_E02b.jpg)

yet another light of yours that I want. ::)  Seriously; that really does tick all the boxes as far as I'm convened. :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on June 15, 2017, 10:45:58 AM
Manker E02 Nichia :tu:

(https://s25.postimg.org/n365av70f/Manker_E02.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/3wsy7oqin/Manker_E02b.jpg)

yet another light of yours that I want. ::)  Seriously; that really does tick all the boxes as far as I'm convened. :salute:
Magnetic tailcap and 3 bonus strobe modes... :like:


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Semajmarx007 on June 15, 2017, 11:05:08 AM
Got me an Olight S1A Baton NW and I3S-CU in Raw Brass  :cheers:

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on June 15, 2017, 12:32:49 PM
Got me an Olight S1A Baton NW and I3S-CU in Raw Brass  :cheers:


 :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MusicMen on June 17, 2017, 06:48:35 AM
A Gerber Infinity Ultra Task LED to replace my Firecracker that magicly went missing   :ahhh   :rant:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Vladimir on July 05, 2017, 02:04:35 AM
My latest, Lumintop Worm.
I'm extremely satisfied with this one, been carrying it in my pocket since I got it.

(http://i64.tinypic.com/2zjaknt.jpg)
(http://i64.tinypic.com/eq7did.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 05, 2017, 02:26:22 AM
Nice little light!
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on July 05, 2017, 08:40:29 AM
Got me an Olight S1A Baton NW and I3S-CU in Raw Brass  :cheers:

Both of those are excellent lights.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on July 05, 2017, 08:41:54 AM
My latest, Lumintop Worm.
I'm extremely satisfied with this one, been carrying it in my pocket since I got it.

(http://i64.tinypic.com/2zjaknt.jpg)
(http://i64.tinypic.com/eq7did.jpg)

I have a SS Worm as well. It died after 2 days of owning it.  :(

My green Worm has been going strong but I barely use it. Hoping yours is better than mine.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on July 07, 2017, 10:36:38 PM
New Tube 2017 - pretty cool and has a lockout :tu:

(https://s25.postimg.org/i9ustcsvz/Nitecore_Tube.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: madcroWisefox on July 13, 2017, 02:09:27 AM
This one  :)

4Sevens Atom A0 Titanium Neutral

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4298/35499423300_8d03bc2128_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/W5XPLq)

It was in clearance and there was a really good discount off everything, so I had to grab it  :)

I already have the stainless steel (cool) white Preon P0 and red Atom A0, so this fits nicely to my collection  :)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4229/35077993293_1e227f580c_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/VrHTiP)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4301/35755894401_18d62e9106_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/WtCiFX)

Beamshot of all three (in high mode). Neutral on the left.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4236/35077993373_84a08060dc_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/VrHTkc)

Better comparison of the tints of these two (in low mode)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4327/35077993393_583958f909_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/VrHTkx)

I really like this one, it's lightweight (almost like a feather compared to stainless steel version) and a Nichia 219B gives a nice neutral white light. I'm going to use this as my neck carry light :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on July 13, 2017, 02:42:50 AM
Lumintop Tool Cu, Lumintop Worm (Bought accidentaly) and three more Nitecore Tubes. The rest are some older lights.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on July 18, 2017, 08:33:08 PM
Manker E02 8)

(https://s25.postimg.org/eovw4nrr3/Manker_E02_Victorinox_Sportsman.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on July 18, 2017, 09:48:40 PM
Manker E02 8)

(https://s25.postimg.org/eovw4nrr3/Manker_E02_Victorinox_Sportsman.jpg)

Your photos are always great! Love the color combination!


My latest, Lumintop Worm.
I'm extremely satisfied with this one, been carrying it in my pocket since I got it.

(http://i64.tinypic.com/2zjaknt.jpg)
(http://i64.tinypic.com/eq7did.jpg)

I have a SS Worm as well. It died after 2 days of owning it.  :(

My green Worm has been going strong but I barely use it. Hoping yours is better than mine.

Sorry to hear that, did your Worms came with two sleeves as well?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on July 18, 2017, 10:01:52 PM
Manker E02 8)

(https://s25.postimg.org/eovw4nrr3/Manker_E02_Victorinox_Sportsman.jpg)

 :like:
I love both the set up and the picture of it  :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MusicMen on July 18, 2017, 10:32:01 PM
Manker E02 8)

(https://s25.postimg.org/eovw4nrr3/Manker_E02_Victorinox_Sportsman.jpg)
Sweet looking light! Love the color   :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on July 18, 2017, 11:31:19 PM
Thx, mates :)

New S2+ Sand, also has a great color:

(https://s25.postimg.org/5l8bf1mpr/Convoy_S2.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on July 19, 2017, 06:39:41 AM
You Guys are getting some lovely little bright lights and taking some really great pictures  :tu: :tu:

so I'm going to post my newest light  :D

The torch is a Bright Star saftey torch type 2317, made in the USA   :o

I've been playing  :D I adjusted it a little to fit a maglight drop in LED with some eneloops,
not as bright as a Maglight but its useable  :tu:
(http://i.imgur.com/xUXPzn1.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/P2CvNxA.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Semajmarx007 on July 20, 2017, 11:41:44 AM
Manker E02 just arrived. Wifey tells me "another flashlight"?? :angel: :angel:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: parnass on July 20, 2017, 05:20:00 PM
Energizer Hard Case Multi-Use flashlight (model HCMU11E).  It is a right angle light which runs on one AA battery (included) and has magnets in the pocket clip.   It cost only $11.99 US at the local Meijer store and curiosity got the best of me.   ;)

I added a split ring.

(http://parnass.com/images/energizer-multi-use1.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zr0dfx on July 20, 2017, 11:16:14 PM
Lumintop Tool AAA in Copper and 18650 Lumintop Prince in brass  :multi:

(http://i.imgur.com/615nXNS.jpg)

:cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on July 20, 2017, 11:55:37 PM
Manker E02 8)

(https://s25.postimg.org/eovw4nrr3/Manker_E02_Victorinox_Sportsman.jpg)

You take the best pics.  So much so that I also ended up getting this very light  ;).  Mine is the Nichia and so far I'm very happy with it.  The color is really nice and compliments a SAK nicely. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on July 21, 2017, 06:30:18 AM
Energizer Hard Case Multi-Use flashlight (model HCMU11E).  It is a right angle light which runs on one AA battery (included) and has magnets in the pocket clip.   It cost only $11.99 US at the local Meijer store and curiosity got the best of me.   ;)

I added a split ring.

(http://parnass.com/images/energizer-multi-use1.jpg)


I really like the looks of that.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 21, 2017, 07:08:12 AM
Energizer Hard Case Multi-Use flashlight (model HCMU11E).  It is a right angle light which runs on one AA battery (included) and has magnets in the pocket clip.   It cost only $11.99 US at the local Meijer store and curiosity got the best of me.   ;)

I added a split ring.

(http://parnass.com/images/energizer-multi-use1.jpg)


I really like the looks of that.
+1
That does look pretty cool, kinda like a cross between old school military and new school tactical. But now I gotta check this thing out!
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on July 24, 2017, 04:09:12 PM
Manker E02
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170724/3b34519e87120e86136dfac79d68fcdb.jpg)


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on July 24, 2017, 04:09:12 PM
Manker E02
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170724/3b34519e87120e86136dfac79d68fcdb.jpg)


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on July 28, 2017, 12:16:09 AM
Nitecore MT22A :whistle:

(https://s25.postimg.org/i3afxc85b/Nitecore_MT22_A.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/5d67k9073/Nitecore_MT22_Ab.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/s4fa6nl8f/Nitecore_MT22_Ac.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/5r7jjukan/Nitecore_MT22_Ad.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/iz6xcshtr/Nitecore_MT22_Ae.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zr0dfx on July 28, 2017, 01:54:35 PM
Nitecore MT22A :whistle:

(https://s25.postimg.org/i3afxc85b/Nitecore_MT22_A.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/5d67k9073/Nitecore_MT22_Ab.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/s4fa6nl8f/Nitecore_MT22_Ac.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/5r7jjukan/Nitecore_MT22_Ad.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/iz6xcshtr/Nitecore_MT22_Ae.jpg)

 :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on July 30, 2017, 07:07:37 PM
I don't know what it is but I LOVE the oddly shaped lights!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on July 31, 2017, 08:58:06 PM
Eagle Eye X6

(https://s25.postimg.org/8uv8jxi67/Eagle_Eye_X6.jpg)

Zanflare F2

(https://s25.postimg.org/73pp53ynz/Zanflare_F2.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zhenchok on August 01, 2017, 04:06:05 PM
Tried to get into the fancy flashlight collecting but I am contempt with my led Maglite.


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on August 01, 2017, 04:36:38 PM
Tried to get into the fancy flashlight collecting but I am contempt with my led Maglite.


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It is yet another rabbit hole. 

I do have to say however that the 2 lights I had wanted didn't let me down in terms of features or quality.  A good affordable alternative is the Thrunite T10 ( newest edition ) in either NW or CW.  Such a great bargain and really ticks all the boxes.  Small, rugged, good mode spacing, lovely beam, AA, no disco modes for those just cannot stand them and a nice price point. 

That being said, my Zebralight is all that and the chip factory not just the bag of chips.  Using a 14500 just makes it that much more awesome.  Olights S1R is pretty darn awesome as well.  Its the brightest light I have and one of the smallest.  Really nice mode spacing and then BOOM search light. 

I hesitated for a long while before I pulled the trigger on these lights.  At nearly $70 I was hoping they'd be amazing and they are.  That didn't keep me from getting the Manker E02 with Nichia led.  It was a inexpensive way to try that led in NW.  The light is pretty darn nice for the price paid. 

I have a LED mag light in my vehicles emergency road kit.  2 AA/s with disco modes just in case I end up on the side of the road.  I have 3 AA lights that see regular use and 3 AAA lights that see regular use.  My most favorite AAA light is my Ti Thrunite at 160 lm max.  Its a great little light that IF was to only have one AAA light it would that one. 

   
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zhenchok on August 01, 2017, 05:04:08 PM
Tried to get into the fancy flashlight collecting but I am contempt with my led Maglite.


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It is yet another rabbit hole. 

I do have to say however that the 2 lights I had wanted didn't let me down in terms of features or quality.  A good affordable alternative is the Thrunite T10 ( newest edition ) in either NW or CW.  Such a great bargain and really ticks all the boxes.  Small, rugged, good mode spacing, lovely beam, AA, no disco modes for those just cannot stand them and a nice price point. 

That being said, my Zebralight is all that and the chip factory not just the bag of chips.  Using a 14500 just makes it that much more awesome.  Olights S1R is pretty darn awesome as well.  Its the brightest light I have and one of the smallest.  Really nice mode spacing and then BOOM search light. 

I hesitated for a long while before I pulled the trigger on these lights.  At nearly $70 I was hoping they'd be amazing and they are.  That didn't keep me from getting the Manker E02 with Nichia led.  It was a inexpensive way to try that led in NW.  The light is pretty darn nice for the price paid. 

I have a LED mag light in my vehicles emergency road kit.  2 AA/s with disco modes just in case I end up on the side of the road.  I have 3 AA lights that see regular use and 3 AAA lights that see regular use.  My most favorite AAA light is my Ti Thrunite at 160 lm max.  Its a great little light that IF was to only have one AAA light it would that one. 

 

Aloha that's the main reason I keep reminding myself that I am happy with my Maglite.  I know that if I pull a trigger on one it will take me down a rabbit hole I can't get out of.  I still want a few SAKs like the Farmer or anything with a saw, I can't believe I don't have a SAK with a saw.  I know that if I start looking for flashlights it's going to become an addiction. 

For a while I was into Maglites and own a few, then led flashlights started coming out, now I own a few.  Then I discovered the tactical lights, I convince myself that the mag is all I need.

In reality, I used to camp and hike a lot and Mags are a very good light that suited me well.  They use simple easy to get batteries. The higher end flashlights require the batteries that are not as available. I don't think that I was ever in the woods and said to myself I wish I had more light.  That's just my 2 cents.

Additionally, a knife or a multitool will last forever but with lights technologies change.  Other than my incandescent mags I also own a few of those Coleman white gas lanterns, with LED technology, those are unfortunately now a novelty as well.


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on August 01, 2017, 05:10:54 PM
Well said.  Its a tricky rabbit hole like many to get out of.  I use headlamps for my camping now.  I have a couple and yet again its a rabbit hole  :facepalm:.  We had an power outage last year some time and I was happy with the lights I had at the time.  All performed wonderfully and they all lasted more that adequately.  Add a lip balm top to many AAA lights and you have a diffuser which works great as a table lamp.

At the $20-$30 range there are a lot of lights that temp me but when that happens I push pause.  I paused on the Zebralight for over a year.  There is only one more light to "try" but I've pushed pause and will hold off for a while yet. 

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zhenchok on August 01, 2017, 05:53:23 PM
Agreed, even now the led headlamps got really cheap.  I remember the day you had an option to only buy the Petzl and a few others.  Now you can buy led headlapms for under 5 bucks that probably perform just as well.


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on August 01, 2017, 06:12:08 PM
Agreed, even now the led headlamps got really cheap.  I remember the day you had an option to only buy the Petzl and a few others.  Now you can buy led headlapms for under 5 bucks that probably perform just as well.


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Yup.  I have a Lithium powered headlamp I got for a great price.  Its in my camp box.  I went with a couple budget ones but I've learned to a degree you get what you pay for, up to a point. 
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zhenchok on August 01, 2017, 06:25:34 PM
The way the technology has advanced recently, I often ask if the 50 dollar Petzl is worth the price vs the $15 dollar rayovac headlamp.


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on August 01, 2017, 06:41:30 PM
The way the technology has advanced recently, I often ask if The 50 dollar Petzl is worth the price vs the $15 dollar rayovac headlamp.


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Therin lies the problem.  I get both to be able to make that determination  :facepalm:.  What I've learned thus far is at certain price points the "gains" are marginal.  What I tend to do is try my best to determine what was lacking the last time I was using a light.  I also remember what worked well but could have been better. 

Other times I just want to try something else.  haha . 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: italophil on August 01, 2017, 06:51:26 PM
The way the technology has advanced recently, I often ask if the 50 dollar Petzl is worth the price vs the $15 dollar rayovac headlamp.


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I agree. The LEDs and drivers might be exactly the same in all these headlamps, but the plastic quality can vary a lot. I have an Energizer headlamp and the light output and levels thereof is great, the plastic on the other hand feels cheap, has sharp edges and the angle adjustment makes a sound like it's about to break every time I adjust it. Still, I don't feel the need to upgrade to a Petzl.
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zhenchok on August 01, 2017, 06:51:39 PM
Completely agree, I usually buy the "better quality" brand.  In all honesty, when I went to camp as a kid, we basically lived in the woods for the summer, our outdoor survivalist counselor would say that you don't even need a flashlight or the high end gear when you are in the woods.  20 years later it still resonates.  I love the gear,  but it's more of a hobby nice to have vs survival needs.  If you ever have the time, watch the 4 part documentary called "Happy People" it is on YouTube. You can find it with English subtitles, it takes place in Siberia. The people who live out their life in the wilderness  do not have the needs for all the sophisticated products that we have available.  They simply have an AX, a gun, a knife, and make almost everything else they need. Kind of puts things into perspective.


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on August 01, 2017, 06:54:23 PM
Completely agree, I usually buy the "better quality" brand.  In all honesty, when I went to camp as a kid, we basically lived in the woods for the summer, our outdoor survivalist counselor would say that you don't even need a flashlight or the high end gear when you are in the woods.  20 years later it still resonates.  I love the gear,  but it's more of a hobby nice to have vs survival needs.  If you ever have the time, watch the 4 part documentary called "Happy People" it is on YouTube. You can find it with English subtitles, it takes place in Siberia. The people who live out their life in the wilderness  do not have the needs for all the sophisticated products that we have available.  They simply have an AX, a gun, a knife, and make almost everything else they need. Kind of puts things into perspective.


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The HORROR  :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on August 01, 2017, 06:56:56 PM
Kidding.  I agree.  We've gone gear centered.  Skills and simplicity are always going to be what indigenous people have maintained thru the years.  I know the lights I have are over kill for what I ''need'' but dagoneit. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zhenchok on August 01, 2017, 06:57:24 PM
The way the technology has advanced recently, I often ask if the 50 dollar Petzl is worth the price vs the $15 dollar rayovac headlamp.


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I agree. The LEDs and drivers might be exactly the same in all these headlamps, but the plastic quality can vary a lot. I have an Energizer headlamp and the light output and levels thereof is great, the plastic on the other hand feels cheap, has sharp edges and the angle adjustment makes a sound like it's about to break every time I adjust it. Still, I don't feel the need to upgrade to a Petzl.
Great point,  the cheaper stuff has a different feel to it.  I could never really identify why that is.



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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zhenchok on August 01, 2017, 06:59:05 PM
Kidding.  I agree.  We've gone gear centered.  Skills and simplicity are always going to be what indigenous people have maintained thru the years.  I know the lights I have are over kill for what I ''need'' but dagoneit.

That's what makes it fun :)


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: italophil on August 01, 2017, 07:10:15 PM
Great point,  the cheaper stuff has a different feel to it.  I could never really identify why that is.



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With consumer goods plastic, the "feel" depends on several factors that all directly impact the cost. These include the type of plastic and additives used, the wall thickness, the quality of the injection mold (precision, hardness, complexity / number of parts), the reinforcement of the plastic (e.g. glass fiber or beads), the number of injections, i.e. rubber over mold. You can't see most of these things on a picture, but you can feel it when you pick up the part.
I did consumer testing as part of an engineering project several years ago and nearly all testers could pick out the higher priced parts easily, even without any technical background at all. It's a trade off and it isn't easy to hit the right balance.
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zhenchok on August 01, 2017, 07:27:08 PM
Very interesting, paying more sometimes is worth it.  I heard something similar happens in clothing.  Different cotton materials really are more expensive to produce. But for the most part, majority of consumers are not willing to spend more money in the higher end stuff.


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on August 01, 2017, 07:44:09 PM
Got a great Led Lenser F1. Still, for my needs, the Nitecore Tube I EDC is more than enough.

Depending on your daily routine, it may make sense to have different flashlights for different occasions.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on August 01, 2017, 07:55:30 PM
Got a great Led Lenser F1. Still, for my needs, the Nitecore Tube I EDC is more than enough.

Depending on your daily routine, it may make sense to have different flashlights for different occasions.

Preach brother preach.

 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on August 01, 2017, 07:57:34 PM
Got a great Led Lenser F1. Still, for my needs, the Nitecore Tube I EDC is more than enough.

Depending on your daily routine, it may make sense to have different flashlights for different occasions.

Preach brother preach.

What?!
 :rant: :rant:

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Who are you calling a preack?! Oh... wait... preach... sorry... I no talk good englisher...

 :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on August 01, 2017, 07:58:33 PM
Got to run to the palindromic thread now...

This happens more and more every day...
 :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: italophil on August 01, 2017, 08:15:20 PM
Got a great Led Lenser F1. Still, for my needs, the Nitecore Tube I EDC is more than enough.

Depending on your daily routine, it may make sense to have different flashlights for different occasions.

Does the Tube add much for you, compared to the flashlight in your phone?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on August 01, 2017, 09:15:28 PM
Sofirn :)

https://www.aliexpress.com/store/2933049

(https://s25.postimg.org/orck0fewv/Sofirn.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: italophil on August 08, 2017, 01:05:56 PM
I just picked up a Sunwayman D20A. I wanted something with a dedicated red light, built in pocket clip and about the size of a LM Wave. This one seems to fit.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4378/36396269466_981c9f0d5c_k.jpg)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4332/36273593012_d6fa1a8e4d_k.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zr0dfx on August 08, 2017, 04:23:18 PM
Sofirn :)

https://www.aliexpress.com/store/2933049

(https://s25.postimg.org/orck0fewv/Sofirn.jpg)

Looks like extremely good value stuff :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Awesom-0 on August 14, 2017, 06:45:06 AM
Latest I've bought are two UCO Alkis for 17$ each. Flashlight turns into a 150 lumen lantern. Seem pretty good for the money. Mostly got them so I don't have to let people borrow my Fenix and have plenty of rechargeable batteries. That and avoid burning my leg with another propane/gas bug attraction.  :facepalm:

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on August 15, 2017, 02:16:22 AM
I don't really have the cash to spare but even so I said screw it and bought a Nitecore MT22a in tan. I have a weird attraction to square or oddly shaped flashlights. I assume it's because I had a old square flashlight as a very small child and it is one of the few early memories I can still recall. Still have the light too! I'll let you all know what I think when it comes in. I'm quite excited!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on August 15, 2017, 02:17:35 AM
I just picked up a Sunwayman D20A. I wanted something with a dedicated red light, built in pocket clip and about the size of a LM Wave. This one seems to fit.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4378/36396269466_981c9f0d5c_k.jpg)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4332/36273593012_d6fa1a8e4d_k.jpg)


LOVE the look of that!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on August 17, 2017, 05:02:36 PM
Manker E02 8)

(https://s25.postimg.org/eovw4nrr3/Manker_E02_Victorinox_Sportsman.jpg)

You take the best pics.  So much so that I also ended up getting this very light  ;).  Mine is the Nichia and so far I'm very happy with it.  The color is really nice and compliments a SAK nicely.

Well here we are not quite a month later and the E02 is dead  :(.  I'll be contacting Manker for warranty.  I used the light at home quite often then switched it to my daily carry.  I really dig the style and color and Nichia LED very much.  I'm confident they will make it right.  I tried everything on my end to get it going but I'm certain the light is dead. 

Come on Manker I really like this light.  Fenix LD02 will be back in my daily carry till I hear back from them.   
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on August 20, 2017, 03:44:06 AM
Olight i3e copper and the suspension clip I made for it :cheers:

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4347/36679393435_4eed157487_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/XTetM6)2017-08-19_08-20-00 (https://flic.kr/p/XTetM6) by Poncho 65 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148903443@N02/), on Flickr

I may make another clip and take more time with it and refine it a bit :tu: :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on August 20, 2017, 03:44:43 AM
New page banana man dance

:nanadance:       :nanadance:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on August 20, 2017, 04:14:31 AM
Got my Nitecore MT22a..... it's defective right out of the box.  :facepalm:

I know I say this a lot but I have the worst luck with buying items!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: italophil on August 20, 2017, 03:46:47 PM
Got my Nitecore MT22a..... it's defective right out of the box.  :facepalm:

I know I say this a lot but I have the worst luck with buying items!

I challenge you for that title! I just received a broken LM Rebar and the Sunwayman posted further up in this thread stopped working after only one week and now just flickers shortly before turning off again. And of course it did that while I was doing something for my wife  :whistle:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on August 20, 2017, 04:32:05 PM
Olight i3e copper and the suspension clip I made for it :cheers:

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4347/36679393435_4eed157487_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/XTetM6)2017-08-19_08-20-00 (https://flic.kr/p/XTetM6) by Poncho 65 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148903443@N02/), on Flickr

I may make another clip and take more time with it and refine it a bit :tu: :like:
Nice patina :like:


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on August 20, 2017, 08:22:40 PM
Nitecore HC30 vs Skilhunt H03R 8)

(https://s25.postimg.org/z4k11983j/H03_R_HC30.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kkokkolis on August 21, 2017, 09:17:35 AM
My latest: Nitecore SRT9 and MecArmy SGN3.

I think they will be my last, because they offer all I need and I still have my MH27, NiteNumen, StylousPro and Solitaire to fill all other holes.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on August 21, 2017, 07:08:07 PM
My new Factor Mizpah 130 flashlight. The perfect addition to my EDC family  :D
(http://imageshack.com/a/img922/1107/RyiF1K.jpg) (http://imageshack.com/a/img923/7255/TD53jl.jpg) (http://imageshack.com/a/img923/8034/ukxC6r.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: italophil on August 22, 2017, 01:29:55 PM
My new Factor Mizpah 130 flashlight. The perfect addition to my EDC family  :D
(http://imageshack.com/a/img922/1107/RyiF1K.jpg) (http://imageshack.com/a/img923/7255/TD53jl.jpg) (http://imageshack.com/a/img923/8034/ukxC6r.jpg)

Nice carry!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on August 22, 2017, 05:23:17 PM
Nice lights all  :tu:.  I haven't been tempted by a new light  :think:.  Well......  I have been relooking at those Mecarmy and other keychain lights.  Not sure I really want anything else on my keychain tho. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on August 22, 2017, 06:58:44 PM
Factor Equipment has the GHOST 130 Rechargeable Microlight on sale for less than $20 with free shipping plus USB cable and free accessories included. Exact same keychain light as the MecArmy illumineX-4S
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on August 22, 2017, 07:13:54 PM
Manker E02 :D

(http://i.imgur.com/SOmw9h9.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on August 22, 2017, 07:14:33 PM
Factor Equipment has the GHOST 130 Rechargeable Microlight on sale for less than $20 with free shipping plus USB cable and free accessories included. Exact same keychain light as the MecArmy illumineX-4S

 :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kkokkolis on August 22, 2017, 07:21:24 PM
Nice lights all  :tu: .  I haven't been tempted by a new light  :think: .  Well......  I have been relooking at those Mecarmy and other keychain lights.  Not sure I really want anything else on my keychain tho.


The SGN3 feels excellent at hand and it works great. It didn't include a USB cable, but these are everywhere now. In fact I needed an older USB (Mini) to pass some Jazz on my over a decade old iRiver and I couldn't find any, all cables around are Micro.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Awesom-0 on August 23, 2017, 08:50:31 PM
Nice lights all  :tu:.  I haven't been tempted by a new light  :think:.  Well......  I have been relooking at those Mecarmy and other keychain lights.  Not sure I really want anything else on my keychain tho.
Same except I want something like the Fenix tk47. It's kind of big,  so now I want the tk47 and something just like it but half of the length.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on August 25, 2017, 07:09:44 PM
today's:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MusicMen on August 26, 2017, 02:19:15 AM
E02 and clips nicely to the side of the Swisstool sheath.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on August 26, 2017, 04:20:17 AM
E02 and clips nicely to the side of the Swisstool sheath.
I find the E02 clip not as sturdy... securing it to the sheath might be a good idea... :cheers:


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on August 27, 2017, 03:52:51 AM
Olight i3e copper and the suspension clip I made for it :cheers:

Show content
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4347/36679393435_4eed157487_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/XTetM6)2017-08-19_08-20-00 (https://flic.kr/p/XTetM6) by Poncho 65 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148903443@N02/), on Flickr

I may make another clip and take more time with it and refine it a bit :tu: :like:
Nice patina :like:


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Thanks jaya :hatsoff:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: sak60 on August 29, 2017, 07:57:23 AM
These two came today.
I've never had a keychain light so I thought I'd try one, and the Fenix is replacing my Thrunite T10 s that died.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on September 03, 2017, 01:53:55 AM
Couple pics of my S1R :dd:

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4418/36149903404_3b5033b699_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/X5rGQC)0902171500d (https://flic.kr/p/X5rGQC) by Poncho 65 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148903443@N02/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4368/36985728015_e94a5e5553_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YmiwnM)0902171500_Burst01 (https://flic.kr/p/YmiwnM) by Poncho 65 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148903443@N02/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: clown on September 09, 2017, 04:02:20 PM
Just got this K18 and I really like it.  Nice and bright and with a strobe and brightness level memory.  Also has lockout feature.  Plus I've been on a blue kick lately and it scratched that itch  :facepalm:
(http://i.imgur.com/xGUlr5n.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on September 10, 2017, 07:18:54 AM
are you using AAA or 10440?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on September 10, 2017, 07:41:38 AM
That K18 looks awesome. I will have to look into one.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: clown on September 10, 2017, 06:26:53 PM
are you using AAA or 10440?

I'm just using a AAA.  The 10440 should really bump up the lumens but it's bright enough for me as is and I like using readily available batteries. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on September 11, 2017, 09:16:25 AM
Just got this K18 and I really like it.  Nice and bright and with a strobe and brightness level memory.  Also has lockout feature.  Plus I've been on a blue kick lately and it scratched that itch  :facepalm:
(http://i.imgur.com/xGUlr5n.jpg)

Great pic mate. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on September 11, 2017, 11:48:53 AM
Gotta love that blue :dd: :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Vladimir on September 19, 2017, 04:11:21 PM
I just received Nitecore Tip today...I was very, very satisfied with Nitecore Tube, so I'm hoping that Tip would be even better.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on September 20, 2017, 06:38:23 AM
nice, great light I have 2 of those winter editions, was thinking of gettng new one, how is the clip?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on September 23, 2017, 04:17:00 AM
just ordered my first convoy S2 from grrrbest, theres a coupon code on cpf brings it to $7, wanting one for awhile, too cheap too pass up.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on September 23, 2017, 09:18:54 PM
just ordered my first convoy S2 from grrrbest, theres a coupon code on cpf brings it to $7, wanting one for awhile, too cheap too pass up.

They're well worth the money and have a good UI.  Which emitter did you get?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on September 23, 2017, 11:39:51 PM
just ordered my first convoy S2 from grrrbest, theres a coupon code on cpf brings it to $7, wanting one for awhile, too cheap too pass up.

They're well worth the money and have a good UI.  Which emitter did you get?

the deal was only for 1 type: Cree XML2 U2 1B 940Lm 7135 x 6 2 Mode Groups

but it was so cheap I sprung for the faster shipping and insurance, so should have it in about 2 weeks(lol thats faster?)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Semajmarx007 on September 25, 2017, 04:33:05 AM
Got my Maratac SS TPF AAA Light. :)


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: clown on September 26, 2017, 05:56:43 AM
Got my Maratac SS TPF AAA Light. :)


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That's awesome! Mine came in the mail today as well!  :cheers:


(http://i.imgur.com/Q1Bsfzu.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on September 26, 2017, 06:08:27 AM
Manker E02 :D

(http://i.imgur.com/SOmw9h9.jpg)

How is this holding up? Was looking at one from amazon, good price at $20, but some bad reviews keeping me from pulling trigger.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MusicMen on September 26, 2017, 10:10:24 PM
Manker E02 :D

(http://i.imgur.com/SOmw9h9.jpg)

How is this holding up? Was looking at one from amazon, good price at $20, but some bad reviews keeping me from pulling trigger.
I have had mine about a month and it is doing well so far.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Vladimir on October 01, 2017, 09:04:55 PM
nice, great light I have 2 of those winter editions, was thinking of gettng new one, how is the clip?

It's good and sturdy, but I primarily use it as a cover for usb charging port and as a switch protector, to avoid accidental button activation while pocket carry.
I'm extremely pleased with Tip so far.

Manker E02 :D

(http://i.imgur.com/SOmw9h9.jpg)

How is this holding up? Was looking at one from amazon, good price at $20, but some bad reviews keeping me from pulling trigger.
I have had mine about a month and it is doing well so far.


I just ordered the black one today, been wanting one since it became available.
I ordered the E02H version, with headband, slightly expensive than regular one.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: italophil on October 03, 2017, 02:05:25 PM

I just ordered the black one today, been wanting one since it became available.
I ordered the E02H version, with headband, slightly expensive than regular one.

Please post some pics of the headband when you get it!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Vladimir on October 03, 2017, 09:33:48 PM
I'm planning to, but I'm afraid it's not going to happen anytime soon-it's Chinese national holiday this week, so my order is still sitting in some warehouse in China...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on October 05, 2017, 07:45:59 AM
Zanflare F2 2xAA 200 lumen Neutral White, L/M/H/strobe levels, good budget light got on amazon for $10, had a cool white also, but returned it due to no mid level. only cons are cant tailstand and have to cycle through all modes including strobe to get back to low. nice beam and color, decent throw as well

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4484/37459051826_bc93f8ca28_z.jpg)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4500/37476024432_323eb164f0_m.jpg)
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Post by: Blackbeard on October 05, 2017, 10:21:49 PM
dont have one but they are sweet looking tip stainless steel

(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51L-3vY3MDL.jpg)

(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/416JkB%2B5X9L.jpg)

(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41LpC5AqTlL.jpg)

(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41-AXGIKnzL.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on October 06, 2017, 12:48:33 AM
Imalent HR20 ::)

(https://s25.postimg.org/wlizr963j/Imalent_HR20_1.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on October 06, 2017, 08:10:08 PM
Manker E02 :D

(http://i.imgur.com/SOmw9h9.jpg)

How is this holding up? Was looking at one from amazon, good price at $20, but some bad reviews keeping me from pulling trigger.

Friend had one that died.  Not sure what happened but it just wouldn't turn on.  She contacted Manker and initially they asked the circumstances then gave some suggestions on things to look at.  She tried everything suggested but nothing worked.  She followed up with Manker and they were amazing.  They sent her out a new one that is working great. 

I have one as well and suggested this light to her.  Mine is fine.  I really like the Nichia which is what I have.  Form factor is also really nice.  Top company Manker IMO and from my friends experience I would buy in confidence.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: an0nemus on October 07, 2017, 07:48:05 AM
My 2nd AAA (as wife now uses my Olight I3e), a Lumintop Tool bought for $17+

Way better than I3e.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on October 07, 2017, 10:42:31 AM
Nice, I got a tool a few months back, great little clicky light, enjoy it  :tu:

So is that manker really 220 Lumens(or 180 for nichia)? sounds kinda inflated for  AAA light
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on October 07, 2017, 02:25:44 PM
My 2nd AAA (as wife now uses my Olight I3e), a Lumintop Tool bought for $17+

Way better than I3e.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171007/74b90eb67eb2dccdbae68c7b683536ab.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171007/0a49912d904a1fd3596989d2fd05a1d5.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171007/caa63d5e5351a60b01bcd7dcf009b038.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171007/07e972ac91d15f667c9b652c5318119d.jpg)

Congrats on the Lumintop!

Better in what way? I would say the Olight is a more quality light. Does the Lumintop have a better UI?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: an0nemus on October 07, 2017, 02:46:18 PM
Nice, I got a tool a few months back, great little clicky light, enjoy it  :tu:

So is that manker really 220 Lumens(or 180 for nichia)? sounds kinda inflated for  AAA light


thanks! it feels like a step up from the my I3e  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: an0nemus on October 07, 2017, 02:50:27 PM
My 2nd AAA (as wife now uses my Olight I3e), a Lumintop Tool bought for $17+

Way better than I3e.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171007/74b90eb67eb2dccdbae68c7b683536ab.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171007/0a49912d904a1fd3596989d2fd05a1d5.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171007/caa63d5e5351a60b01bcd7dcf009b038.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171007/07e972ac91d15f667c9b652c5318119d.jpg)

Congrats on the Lumintop!

Better in what way? I would say the Olight is a more quality light. Does the Lumintop have a better UI?


It feels beefier and is longer.


The I3e only has on-off, while the Top has off-low-mid-high.


I can use the clicky switch or use another twist switch with magnetic bottom (it comes with another bottom cover).

There's a clip that's reversible.


Its IPX-8 rated (forgot the I3e's rating).

It's the better deal  :tu:

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on October 07, 2017, 03:58:52 PM
Nice, I got a tool a few months back, great little clicky light, enjoy it  :tu:

So is that manker really 220 Lumens(or 180 for nichia)? sounds kinda inflated for  AAA light

I'll compare it to one of my high out put AAA lights.  I do have a AAA that pushes 160 lm that I'm fairly confident of.  I'll report back. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on October 08, 2017, 07:45:57 AM
thanks aloha, seems very high for a aaa without using lion 10440, lmk, i really need an angle light
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on October 08, 2017, 08:20:36 AM
Ok this is the best I can do for now.  Manker is on the left and the Thrunite is on the right.

My Thrunite T10 NW on high ( 169lm ) compared to Manker E05 Nichia NW  ( 180lm ) on high.   

The wall is not white but I think it shows the Manker is pretty darn bright.  The Manker is floody and the NW Nichia is pleasant to my eye.  In a dark room I feel the Manker can hold its own compared to the Thrunite T10 even tho the two differ in term of beam projection.  The Manker is warmer as well.  Hope this helps a bit.     
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on October 09, 2017, 11:25:00 PM
Sofirn SP10A, great budget 1xAA flashlight :angel:

(https://s25.postimg.org/5ramh72dr/Sofirn_SP10_A.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/9awk6zpnz/Sofirn_SP10_A-a.jpg)

(https://s25.postimg.org/3zhnmabb3/Sofirn_SP10_A-b.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on October 14, 2017, 07:13:13 AM
Convoy S2+ Very floody beam, nice annodizing and build quality but...

Tailcap switch kinda wonky, wont change from high to low with first click sometimes or low to med, couple times while clicking it went back to the secondary mode group with the hidden strobe even without me setting it.  Not sure its worth the trouble to get an exchange of cap from grrbest, kinda dissapinted, first convoy I've bought, was only $7 so not too big of a deal, but I'm kinda in Spauldings boat lately with my latest toys not being perfect from the start

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4455/37635756906_feeafe3478_z.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on October 14, 2017, 07:50:03 AM
well I sent them a message,  :facepalm: at the response I will receive over a $7 item, hoping they can shoot me out a new tailcap. Kinda suprised as all I ever read are glowing reviews about convoys.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on October 14, 2017, 09:10:22 AM
maybe i'm missing some info here cause of course it came with no manual and a squished box. anyone kno if the UI on this makes it require a double tap of switch to change modes after its been on for 5+ seconds? it switches through modes fine with 1 tap if thats all your doing, but let it rest in one level for 5 seconds and then I need to hit tailcap 2x to change level.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on October 14, 2017, 09:26:02 AM
nvrmind, candle power forums and google to the rescue, some of these S2's have this UI quirk, acts like a mode lockout
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: an0nemus on October 20, 2017, 11:41:44 AM
Won this ThorFire TG06S flashlight from a raffle last night. I'm surprised I'm able to get 2 hours of 100+ lumens out of this with an AA 2500mAh NIMH rechargeable battery. This FL will replace my Lumintop Tool as this one is capable of 500 lumens with 14500 battery. The Tool will now go to my son's kit



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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: an0nemus on October 21, 2017, 09:25:01 AM
Got a Convoy S8 from a trade. This one really throws!

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on October 21, 2017, 04:39:27 PM
I’d say they work, don’t think the neighbors weren’t to happy, lol..
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on October 21, 2017, 04:41:04 PM
It sure does throw.  Neat to see that tall building seemingly all alone. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: theonew on October 25, 2017, 09:09:22 AM
 :o
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: an0nemus on November 01, 2017, 04:10:02 AM

I’d say they work, don’t think the neighbors weren’t to happy, lol..
JR


The security guards weren't as they don't have similarly powerful lights  :-[
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: an0nemus on November 01, 2017, 04:11:23 AM

It sure does throw.  Neat to see that tall building seemingly all alone.


I used the orange peel reflector on this and when I switched back to its original smooth reflector, the throw was much clearer. But really, who NEEDS such powerful lights?  :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: an0nemus on November 01, 2017, 04:16:49 AM
Yesterday, my online friends found about this Buy One, Take One promo for LED lights that cost just $2.50 a piece. We bought 8. I'm quite surprised for 280 lumens, it's such a thrower!





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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Awesom-0 on November 04, 2017, 06:11:46 PM
Birthday is coming up up and woke up to a package from ups. This year my Dad didn't forget even though we haven't talked in a long time. Anyways inside the box was a Fenix tk47, two 18650 3500 mah batteries, and a Fenix ar-c1+ battery charger.

Now I miss him even more and can't wait for these batteries to charge.  :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on November 04, 2017, 08:19:15 PM
Birthday is coming up up and woke up to a package from ups. This year my Dad didn't forget even though we haven't talked in a long time. Anyways inside the box was a Fenix tk47, two 18650 3500 mah batteries, and a Fenix ar-c1+ battery charger.

Now I miss him even more and can't wait for these batteries to charge.  :ahhh

Awesome-Dad  sounds about right. 

Congrats and early happy birthday wishes. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on November 05, 2017, 06:04:19 AM
these nitecore smurfs know how to push my buttons

(https://0497855326109438fada-869f30a49ddc9fde219928cc358ba5a0.ssl.cf2.rackcdn.com/nitecore-tini-23.jpg)

(https://0497855326109438fada-869f30a49ddc9fde219928cc358ba5a0.ssl.cf2.rackcdn.com/nitecore-tini-22.jpg)

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on November 05, 2017, 06:06:50 AM
Birthday is coming up up and woke up to a package from ups. This year my Dad didn't forget even though we haven't talked in a long time. Anyways inside the box was a Fenix tk47, two 18650 3500 mah batteries, and a Fenix ar-c1+ battery charger.

Now I miss him even more and can't wait for these batteries to charge.  :ahhh

my dad sent me a birthday card and nothing else for my recent 50th, at least one of us has a thoughtful parent
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: clown on November 07, 2017, 02:36:32 AM
Arrived today

(http://i.imgur.com/wG9kU9I.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gregozedobe on November 07, 2017, 03:36:40 AM
Arrived today (I3 EOS)

I have a couple of these - nice little lights  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Awesom-0 on November 07, 2017, 03:07:30 PM
Birthday is coming up up and woke up to a package from ups. This year my Dad didn't forget even though we haven't talked in a long time. Anyways inside the box was a Fenix tk47, two 18650 3500 mah batteries, and a Fenix ar-c1+ battery charger.

Now I miss him even more and can't wait for these batteries to charge.  :ahhh

Awesome-Dad  sounds about right. 

Congrats and early happy birthday wishes.
Ty. It definitely has some reach. Compared to my other Fenix it shines twice as far from half the power. Now I need to find some extra batteries I know will fit.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Vladimir on November 12, 2017, 05:55:11 PM
I finally received my Manker E02H, and I love it!
Headband is a little stiff, but for the price is more than adequate for a small AAA lamp.
I also couldn't resist buying another Nitecore Tube for the $3.99 on GB flash sale, so I bought it.

(http://i68.tinypic.com/10fypns.jpg)
(http://i66.tinypic.com/drbakh.jpg)

 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on November 14, 2017, 02:11:41 AM
I finally received my Manker E02H, and I love it!
Headband is a little stiff, but for the price is more than adequate for a small AAA lamp.
I also couldn't resist buying another Nitecore Tube for the $3.99 on GB flash sale, so I bought it.

(http://i68.tinypic.com/10fypns.jpg)
(http://i66.tinypic.com/drbakh.jpg)
Nice lights... :like:

I have the Manker E02... What’s the difference between the E02 and E02H?


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 14, 2017, 03:42:38 AM
I guess I forgot to post it here, I’ve been wanting to get one, I had a regular one that I replaced with a led kit, the only problem was it made it where you only turned it like 3times and it came off, but I also put a defensive bezel on which made it nice, one of my fav lights. So I can’t wait to put that bezel on this one, only problem is all my stuff is packed for the move so it will have to wait :(
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Vladimir on November 15, 2017, 03:33:38 PM
I finally received my Manker E02H, and I love it!
Headband is a little stiff, but for the price is more than adequate for a small AAA lamp.
I also couldn't resist buying another Nitecore Tube for the $3.99 on GB flash sale, so I bought it.


Nice lights... :like:

I have the Manker E02... What’s the difference between the E02 and E02H?


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H-Headband
Only difference is that this version has added headband in the package.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: maba on November 16, 2017, 12:39:04 AM
 :angel:

Haikelite HT08

(https://i.imgur.com/gGpjKKB.jpg)

Sofirn SP10B

(https://i.imgur.com/DXfWq10.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on November 24, 2017, 02:25:27 AM
These are my lastest 2 :cheers:

My i3s cu 3os in brass with 180 lumens :o and my Baton S1R turbo S :cheers:

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4571/37719125815_f24bf99c59_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Zt7nZr)1123171603~2 (https://flic.kr/p/Zt7nZr) by Poncho 65 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148903443@N02/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4545/37719115045_fbaa0bd7c4_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Zt7jMK)1123171602~2 (https://flic.kr/p/Zt7jMK) by Poncho 65 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148903443@N02/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4528/37719135665_1d46ea05e0_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Zt7qVg)1123171603b~2 (https://flic.kr/p/Zt7qVg) by Poncho 65 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148903443@N02/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kiak on November 26, 2017, 04:04:54 PM
I got Convoy S2+ with warm white diode and 1400 mA driver. My aim is to get maximum runtime on the lowest level, But I have to test it for how long it will last.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/Cd6uWK69F3J_dkKfSM7enRgy-arbykJZILRqfqCMj_NE_C4dHUTpjdxpGGfKNywYA1BiHKL8zbKwXU3oeFoPBirmpTm8GTngJ1_LGJYGSg3tzaWYbFz-xdrG_HL8djQG-58JNgr7wsr3x81YGTn2X7yAvGDIfTI13SmyNCII-RfgsneLnqmztJYAVD1Rj5h08K3mIMGpxi_tqD2eFjz7WGAfUvymfF4YidMdT1hAItPgb9z_krdPvN8BlUvbQVLFZHAJXmFINdrkYenX6qlFot74brl31UQVOES31YnADYbVe67jiWK9-0yRI7LIxjAeH4fsgulxjGlSbbFar50NSU8a8LaC6-0fJ1kf3X1YrxOWsAZhDSBmbbVLQSwE6fqjRbH_ckIqkDDuZgg7_879GMCTEauINsHbexpZP6fzGVuwcN94qt3QO5DhKCBObhantRBotkl5HsqIKDOQRQmHztky5Ws0WlSBxmtT5P18TxrJnR1Gii-tkK5YJa0MrA4GDuxAX5CgkflazF97FoN8MA3g_R6ue-uT3QpxUf1UUjElrQazA_YUNoWZUq2ruIfGlcLjmy6ms-gPQwotxPT-XWJqUJ0qgdjDuetg_4w9KA=w929-h617-no)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on November 26, 2017, 04:18:59 PM
Nice light kiak :like: :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on November 30, 2017, 12:38:23 AM
Just arrived, hope some of you guys got in on this deal I posted, one of the best deals I've found in the past 5 years:

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4523/26956435089_1bc6f860e8_z.jpg)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4551/23867450787_bbc1801150_m.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: an0nemus on November 30, 2017, 02:55:42 AM
Just arrived, hope some of you guys got in on this deal I posted, one of the best deals I've found in the past 5 years:

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4523/26956435089_1bc6f860e8_z.jpg)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4551/23867450787_bbc1801150_m.jpg)


 :drool: :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on January 25, 2018, 11:41:31 PM
Just got this in the mail. Blue anodized titanium Lumintop AAA. Had the brass with the cree. Thought I’d give the nichia 219b a shot. Loving the warm color.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 26, 2018, 09:22:56 AM
Anyone know about a glo-toob? Like how bright they are? Yeah it’s a 360° light without a beam, so like a room lighter or only just a small area? I’m kinda curious, I think if powerful enough with a click switch with a high/low/flash and just off of a aa or aaa would be a neat light, heck a rechargeable would make it even better.. anyone know anything on them?
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Vladimir on January 31, 2018, 11:02:50 AM
I just received Convoy S2+ UV flashlight-I tried few different UV lights before, and this one blows them away!
I also ordered ZWB2 filter from Simon for it, so it's going to be even better.
Also, I fitted new lighted switch on my trusted old S2+, and it's great during the night.

(http://i65.tinypic.com/n6w2rn.jpg)
(http://i67.tinypic.com/11gsig4.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Kev D on February 01, 2018, 09:13:34 AM
An Olight S2 Baton. I treated myself with some Xmas money I had

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4760/26144671618_3c95027a47_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/FQjh1j)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4706/40017206591_a49472ab81_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/23YbDkM)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4711/28238540569_d5f7ef4ab3_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/K2kUi8)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WWW on February 02, 2018, 10:57:16 AM
Two more Lumintop Tools, two SK68 clones and a Singfire SS. I have ordered so many flashlights in the last three months that I've ran out of batteries to power them. :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on February 02, 2018, 11:05:29 AM
My last ordered one hadn't arrived yet, but a couple of nights ago I had a dream about a weirdly-looking Fenix light....  :drool: lol

And -  :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: to everyone's pics  :like: :like: :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 02, 2018, 11:48:47 AM
for a present
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on February 02, 2018, 12:16:02 PM
for a present


So many bad jokes there.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 02, 2018, 05:34:11 PM
tell us some
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on February 06, 2018, 06:15:51 AM
tell us some

Just the tip?  :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on February 06, 2018, 11:18:15 AM
Couldn’t decide which to get... got both instead :facepalm: (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180206/04199a236cc0dc3a237bb3316b8d1a77.jpg)


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on February 06, 2018, 11:31:13 AM
Very nice Jaya, can't go wrong, both are great.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ThePeacent on February 06, 2018, 01:25:47 PM
after a few dark winter months with the latest,
I am very pleased with it and can find very few drawbacks   :salute:

(https://i.imgur.com/JbhTzm6.jpg)

a definite step up from the TUBE
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: an0nemus on February 06, 2018, 10:39:47 PM
The Utorch UT01 I ordered two months ago from Gear Best arrived DOA. I contacted GB and they refunded me $9.99 (even though I paid $12.87 for it, with shipping) for it without requiring me to return the defective unit. A guy offered me $9.50 for this and I accepted it. I went back to GB and ordered a Ganzo Firebird F761 as I think I'm done ordering FLs direct from China.


 :-\
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on February 07, 2018, 11:08:05 PM
After selling several oldies (1990's) D & C cell Mag-Lite I found in the attic, I treated myself  to the new and cool 2018 Fenix PD35TAC - Camo Edition.. :woohoo:
(https://imageshack.com/a/img923/8300/5p3fWc.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on February 09, 2018, 11:38:10 AM
 :drool:
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on February 11, 2018, 11:59:17 PM
I recently grabbed an Emisar D4-219C before they sold out again and Holy Crap what an amazing light!
So of course I lost it within a week and somehow immediately snagged a replacement which of course means that I now have 2!
Yeah nothing helps to find the lost one like replacement orders?

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/5e2a1db026903ae46e36d303f79ffedb.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/d6ff93cd7ba9e30da39ecc0d779ffb28.jpg)

Anyway this thing really is so crazy bright it makes some other bright lights look burned out. The interface is amazing as well and I can get to any level pretty quickly and then it remembers it by ramping up or down and just stopping where I want to.

I have been stuck at night in here without enough light before until this one came along!
Highly recommended!

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/6be94015a523093d5c249f9effed2170.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on February 12, 2018, 12:23:50 AM
Recently added a copper lumintop AAA to my small collection. Love these lights. Case Peanut for size.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on February 12, 2018, 12:56:10 AM
:drool:
I recently grabbed an Emisar D4-219C before they sold out again and Holy Crap what an amazing light!
So of course I lost it within a week and somehow immediately snagged a replacement which of course means that I now have 2!
Yeah nothing helps to find the lost one like replacement orders?

Anyway this thing really is so crazy bright it makes some other bright lights look burned out. The interface is amazing as well and I can get to any level pretty quickly and then it remembers it by ramping up or down and just stopping where I want to.

I have been stuck at night in here without enough light before until this one came along!
Highly recommended!

Amazing light ezdog! :tu: Insanely overdriven, 4 Nichia 219C = 3000+ lumens on a single 18650 :o...Now, that's what I call bright!  :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on February 12, 2018, 02:00:23 AM
I keep wanting to get one but all those options confuse me and I give up
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on February 12, 2018, 02:06:39 AM
After selling several oldies (1990's) D & C cell Mag-Lite I found in the attic, I treated myself  to the new and cool 2018 Fenix PD35TAC - Camo Edition.. :woohoo:
(https://imageshack.com/a/img923/8300/5p3fWc.jpg)

Love the look of that. What does it run on?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on February 12, 2018, 04:50:27 AM
After selling several oldies (1990's) D & C cell Mag-Lite I found in the attic, I treated myself  to the new and cool 2018 Fenix PD35TAC - Camo Edition.. :woohoo:
(https://imageshack.com/a/img923/8300/5p3fWc.jpg)

Love the look of that. What does it run on?

+1   That looks mint.   :drool:   For capt, 1 x 18650 or 2 x 123.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on February 12, 2018, 05:07:38 AM
After selling several oldies (1990's) D & C cell Mag-Lite I found in the attic, I treated myself  to the new and cool 2018 Fenix PD35TAC - Camo Edition.. :woohoo:
(https://imageshack.com/a/img923/8300/5p3fWc.jpg)

Love the look of that. What does it run on?

Thanks Capt! :hatsoff:...Like zoidberg said, it runs on a one18650 or two non-rechargeable CR123A batteries.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on February 12, 2018, 05:09:41 AM
After selling several oldies (1990's) D & C cell Mag-Lite I found in the attic, I treated myself  to the new and cool 2018 Fenix PD35TAC - Camo Edition.. :woohoo:
(https://imageshack.com/a/img923/8300/5p3fWc.jpg)

Love the look of that. What does it run on?

+1   That looks mint.   :drool:   For capt, 1 x 18650 or 2 x 123.

Thanks zoidberg!  :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on February 12, 2018, 05:59:49 AM
Justin did u get the emisar from MTN? I'm not sure what is what on that site there are so many options.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on February 12, 2018, 07:52:03 AM
Justin did u get the emisar from MTN? I'm not sure what is what on that site there are so many options.

This little light is hard to find, I got mine in a trade in one of the knives forum, the guy was looking for a Kershaw folder and I happened to have the one he wanted :tu: ....By the way, all the options on MTN are for the different body colors, different LED tints and different lumens output, but most of them are out of stock. Mine has a green color body with the cool white LED tint.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gregozedobe on February 12, 2018, 10:47:13 AM
I recently grabbed an Emisar D4-219C before they sold out again and Holy Crap what an amazing light!
So of course I lost it within a week and somehow immediately snagged a replacement which of course means that I now have 2!
Yeah nothing helps to find the lost one like replacement orders?

Anyway this thing really is so crazy bright it makes some other bright lights look burned out. The interface is amazing as well and I can get to any level pretty quickly and then it remembers it by ramping up or down and just stopping where I want to.

I have been stuck at night in here without enough light before until this one came along!
Highly recommended!

That looks very similar to a Zebralight (but I haven't ever seen a Zebralight with multiple emitters).  I wonder if it's made by the same factory ?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on February 12, 2018, 09:42:32 PM
Justin did u get the emisar from MTN? I'm not sure what is what on that site there are so many options.

This little light is hard to find, I got mine in a trade in one of the knives forum, the guy was looking for a Kershaw folder and I happened to have the one he wanted :tu: ....By the way, all the options on MTN are for the different body colors, different LED tints and different lumens output, but most of them are out of stock. Mine has a green color body with the cool white LED tint.

ok, that makes more sense, thought I was missing a step when trying to add to cart, hopefully more are on the way
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on February 12, 2018, 11:57:14 PM
honestly I still care figure it out, when I click on ones that arent out of stock, not sure if I'm just looking at the numbers for the shorter body tube or an actual light as the descriptions dont change, site makes me feel like a dope  :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on February 13, 2018, 01:16:01 AM
You should call or send them a message, I'm sure they will answer all your questions ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 13, 2018, 11:16:26 AM
I recently grabbed an Emisar D4-219C before they sold out again and Holy Crap what an amazing light!
So of course I lost it within a week and somehow immediately snagged a replacement which of course means that I now have 2!
Yeah nothing helps to find the lost one like replacement orders?

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/5e2a1db026903ae46e36d303f79ffedb.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/d6ff93cd7ba9e30da39ecc0d779ffb28.jpg)

Anyway this thing really is so crazy bright it makes some other bright lights look burned out. The interface is amazing as well and I can get to any level pretty quickly and then it remembers it by ramping up or down and just stopping where I want to.

I have been stuck at night in here without enough light before until this one came along!
Highly recommended!

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/6be94015a523093d5c249f9effed2170.jpg)

I'd not heard of the D4 before, but you get me curious.  It does indeed look to be an excellent and versatile little light.   :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on February 13, 2018, 02:14:47 PM
Sorry?

I was in a local knife store several weeks ago and they stock a lot of lights as well but not the Emisar.
I always talk lights with one employee there who like me is more than a little crazy with his EDC and he pulled out his D4 to show me and after a few minutes with it I went directly back home and ordered one too.

I have noticed that the more time I spend on BLF Forum the more often this can happen too?

Luckily they had them in stock which can be tough to catch and in a 219C emitter and I have been carrying one ever since among my other EDC lights of course!

The interface is a little different than I am used to for sure but mostly in good ways too and you can spend a lot more for a light and not get close to what these Emisar seem to deliver for me.

Just make sure to lock the light out in your pocket! :oops:

I recently grabbed an Emisar D4-219C before they sold out again and Holy Crap what an amazing light!
So of course I lost it within a week and somehow immediately snagged a replacement which of course means that I now have 2!
Yeah nothing helps to find the lost one like replacement orders?

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/5e2a1db026903ae46e36d303f79ffedb.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/d6ff93cd7ba9e30da39ecc0d779ffb28.jpg)

Anyway this thing really is so crazy bright it makes some other bright lights look burned out. The interface is amazing as well and I can get to any level pretty quickly and then it remembers it by ramping up or down and just stopping where I want to.

I have been stuck at night in here without enough light before until this one came along!
Highly recommended!

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/6be94015a523093d5c249f9effed2170.jpg)

I'd not heard of the D4 before, but you get me curious.  It does indeed look to be an excellent and versatile little light.   :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: BePrepared on February 16, 2018, 09:58:47 PM
Just got a Lumintop AAA Tool from [internet] (took 2 weeks to arrive).  Click on-off / 1/2 click changes modes (middle, low, high).  The head part of my  Thrunite Ti3 fits on the Lumintop body, and the Ti3 head has different order of modes (low, middle, high, and strobe), so I can have a Ti3 with clicky control.  Unfortunately the Lumintop head does not work on the Ti3 body --- it fits, but no light comes on.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on February 21, 2018, 03:05:39 PM
It finally arrived!

I love the velvet-y finish and it's smaller than I expected,which is awesome  :drool: :drool: :drool:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 21, 2018, 04:35:25 PM
you can now become a doctor
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on February 21, 2018, 05:15:08 PM
It finally arrived!

I love the velvet-y finish and it's smaller than I expected,which is awesome  :drool: :drool: :drool:

Very nice Lumintop. What's model?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on February 21, 2018, 06:14:19 PM
It finally arrived!

I love the velvet-y finish and it's smaller than I expected,which is awesome  :drool: :drool: :drool:

Told you it was dope.  :D :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: N_N_R on February 21, 2018, 06:16:05 PM
The model is IYP365 :D


No way I'm becoming a doc!  :D It's.... sometimes dirty work  :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Don Pablo on February 21, 2018, 07:21:14 PM
Looks at the Lumintop logo :pok:

Eh, what’s up doc?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: BePrepared on February 21, 2018, 09:18:16 PM
Ha, I just realised that the Lumintop logo might be based on the rabbit-shape you can see in the moon.  (Some see a crab shape.)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Fuzzbucket on February 21, 2018, 09:27:34 PM
Ha, I just realised that the Lumintop logo might be based on the rabbit-shape you can see in the moon.  (Some see a crab shape.)

Hang on, I've known the moon all my life, I've never noticed a bunny?!  :ahhh

I've looked it up... oh yeah, I see it now!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Essexman on February 21, 2018, 09:49:53 PM
Lumintop GT (Giga Thrower) or “Giggles” as it’s become known, arrived this week.

It’s massive.

It’s the longest throw production LED torch/flashlight available.

Should be good to illuminate something over a mile away.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on February 21, 2018, 11:10:34 PM
DAVID and GOLIATH - Goliath just arrived two days ago while David has been around for a while.
The 1100 lumens and 800 meters throw of the Intimidator is enough for me, not planing on going on any SAR mission  ;)
(https://imageshack.com/a/img923/9858/FNfX56.jpg)(https://imageshack.com/a/img922/2807/h12YAb.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on February 23, 2018, 07:10:45 PM
BLF Q8 (more in the review thread)

shown with the BLF family
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Vladimir on February 26, 2018, 02:44:02 PM
My latest, Lumintop AA

(http://i67.tinypic.com/e9jcld.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: clown on March 02, 2018, 03:14:42 PM
I just got a Lumintop too!  AAA Tool.

(http://i.imgur.com/fWY6MbD.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 11, 2018, 08:41:42 PM
Somewhat a flashlight, but we were at Lowe’s and as we were checking out they were staring me down with a ticket saying sale $1, so a ran over and grabbed two..
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Don Pablo on March 13, 2018, 10:31:01 AM
Somewhat a flashlight, but we were at Lowe’s and as we were checking out they were staring me down with a ticket saying sale $1, so a ran over and grabbed two..
JR
Hmm, is there a light at the other end?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 13, 2018, 07:29:00 PM
Somewhat a flashlight, but we were at Lowe’s and as we were checking out they were staring me down with a ticket saying sale $1, so a ran over and grabbed two..
JR
Hmm, is there a light at the other end?
No, there not the Life+Gear with the light at one end and the whistle on the other like this one, there just a simple light stick. The little guy tried his out the other night, pitch black he lit it up and looked around, not bad especially only for a buck,
JR

Oops, forgot to put the pic,, my bad..
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Don Pablo on March 13, 2018, 07:32:34 PM
Somewhat a flashlight, but we were at Lowe’s and as we were checking out they were staring me down with a ticket saying sale $1, so a ran over and grabbed two..
JR
Hmm, is there a light at the other end?
No, there not the Life+Gear with the light at one end and the whistle on the other like this one, there just a simple light stick. The little guy tried his out the other night, pitch black he lit it up and looked around, not bad especially only for a buck,
JR
We got something similar one time, with a light at the other end in addition to the “lightsaber” one. Also the tip of the “lightsaber” had a whistle with a cap.

Gimmicky things, but the caps for the whistle bit made nice diffusers for my AAA light, which is much brighter.  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 13, 2018, 07:35:54 PM
That would have been nice with a simple aaa, rather then watch batteries!
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Don Pablo on March 13, 2018, 07:47:40 PM
Yup darn button cells.  :twak:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 13, 2018, 08:30:52 PM
Yup darn button cells.  :twak:
Lol..
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on March 13, 2018, 09:44:42 PM

This little cutie turned up today thanks to a forum member
I won't tell you who but there's a clue in the pic  ;)

(https://i.imgur.com/Ys8B0CK.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: BePrepared on March 17, 2018, 11:21:48 AM
Manker E02 Nichia, £16 from ebay.

(http://i.imgur.com/yQzDY6y.jpg) (https://imgur.com/yQzDY6y)
That's a AAA battery for scale.

(http://i.imgur.com/QAbX8VO.jpg) (https://imgur.com/QAbX8VO)
And next to my other AAA mini flashlights: Thrunite Ti3 and Lumintop Tool.  While the E02 looks chunkier than the Ti3, actually when I hold the E02 I'm amazed at how small it feels!

I'm still trying to figure out the different modes on the E02, but it does start low, middle, to high with quick clicks (yes, it's a head clicky).  Then there are longer presses that take you to other modes (including strobe and SOS), and the ability to set the level of the moonlight mode, but I haven't tried that.  It also has a very strong magnetic base.  :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on March 17, 2018, 11:57:39 AM

 :drool:

I like the look of that one BePrepared  :tu:  and for that price it would be rude not to buy one just to try it out* 

(*The exact reason I try not to come in to this area too much  :ahhh )
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: BePrepared on March 17, 2018, 12:26:29 PM
Manker E02 also came with spare rubber o-ring, metal keyring loop, and pocket clip.
(http://i.imgur.com/flIXFZh.jpg?2) (https://imgur.com/flIXFZh)
No excuses now Sparky!  They also come in other colours.
Took 2 weeks to come from China.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Fuzzbucket on March 17, 2018, 12:28:15 PM
Manker E02 also came with spare rubber o-ring, metal keyring loop, and pocket clip.
(http://i.imgur.com/flIXFZh.jpg?2) (https://imgur.com/flIXFZh)
No excuses now Sparky!  They also come in other colours.

Ahhh... why did I look...  :facepalm:

Nice one BP, thanks for the heads up!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mechanickal on March 17, 2018, 12:30:58 PM
:facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on March 17, 2018, 12:34:11 PM

Wot no link?  :shrug:

Bad bad Man  :pok:

 :whistle:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Fuzzbucket on March 17, 2018, 12:38:45 PM

Wot no link?  :shrug:

Bad bad Man  :pok:

 :whistle:

Just had a quick look on 'bay - there's thousands of em (best Michael Caine voice)!!!

(http://i.cubeupload.com/RY2xAB.jpeg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mechanickal on March 17, 2018, 12:50:25 PM
And rather cheap too if you order from China.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on March 17, 2018, 01:33:13 PM
I need me one of those Mankers!!!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on March 17, 2018, 03:03:58 PM

Wot no link?  :shrug:

Bad bad Man  :pok:

 :whistle:

Just had a quick look on 'bay - there's thousands of em (best Michael Caine voice)!!!

(http://i.cubeupload.com/RY2xAB.jpeg)

Yep that's what I need  :2tu:  a couple of glasses of wine, some ebay and the password to my paypal account  :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on March 17, 2018, 03:54:03 PM
Awesome light BP... :like:


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on March 17, 2018, 04:39:55 PM
Ebay sellers from US and China. Whichever is near you :D 

 XPG3 LED or Nichia 219C LED

https://www.ebay.com/itm/332510946497

https://www.ebay.com/itm/322513943092?var=511491423794
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Don Pablo on March 17, 2018, 07:17:50 PM
Manker E02 Nichia, £16 from ebay.

(http://i.imgur.com/yQzDY6y.jpg) (https://imgur.com/yQzDY6y)
That's a AAA battery for scale.

(http://i.imgur.com/QAbX8VO.jpg) (https://imgur.com/QAbX8VO)
And next to my other AAA mini flashlights: Thrunite Ti3 and Lumintop Tool.  While the E02 looks chunkier than the Ti3, actually when I hold the E02 I'm amazed at how small it feels!

I'm still trying to figure out the different modes on the E02, but it does start low, middle, to high with quick clicks (yes, it's a head clicky).  Then there are longer presses that take you to other modes (including strobe and SOS), and the ability to set the level of the moonlight mode, but I haven't tried that.  It also has a very strong magnetic base.  :salute:
Are... are you doing that on purpose?
My Manker E03H seems to have gotten lost in the post and you post this?!  :twak:

Lol, sorry, I’m joking (about the teasing). :P
The shop will make good on a replacement as soon as the three week mark rolls around. It’s just that the wait is getting to me.  :ahhh

I wonder if I should get one of those E02’s for my sister?  :think: :like:
Seems like a very nice light, I got the E03 because AA batteries give longer runtime and I already have a AAA light that I like (a Ti3 coincidentally) but maybe I’ll get an E02 so that she stops taking my Ti3.  :rofl:
Nice pics by the way.  :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on March 17, 2018, 08:47:26 PM

They also do that E02 in Stonewashed Titanium  :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh



It's hard trying not to spend any money   :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on March 17, 2018, 10:44:36 PM
Titanium?...Hmmm :think: I rather purchase 1 Red and 1 black E02 instead of spending the same amount of $ for 1 Stonewashed Titanium. Well, that's just how I see it :whistle:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Manker-E02-Ti-Titanium-AAA-Light-220-Lumen-CREE-XPG3-219C-LED-Angle-Flashlight-/322935859566?_trksid=p2385738.m4383.l4275.c10
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Don Pablo on March 17, 2018, 10:55:33 PM
Titanium?...Hmmm :think: I rather purchase 1 Red and 1 black E02 instead of spending the same amount of $ for 1 Stonewashed Titanium. Well, that's just how I see it :whistle:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Manker-E02-Ti-Titanium-AAA-Light-220-Lumen-CREE-XPG3-219C-LED-Angle-Flashlight-/322935859566?_trksid=p2385738.m4383.l4275.c10
I’d rather have one E02H and one E03H. :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: BePrepared on March 20, 2018, 09:25:33 PM
An Astrolux A01 Nichia arrived today from China --- £5.87 (and free shipping).  ( See here for earlier thread: https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,76229.msg1661246.html#msg1661246 )

(http://i.imgur.com/2urLedn.jpg?1) (https://imgur.com/2urLedn)

Comes with spare O-ring and key chain ring.  Looks and feels nice.  Head is thicker than the Thrunite TI3, but operates in the same twisty way : low --> medium --> high, and 2 repeats of that gets you to strobe mode.

The body is not completely circular in cross-section --- it has two flat sides, and with the larger head this makes handling easier.  Does not come with a clip.
I  :like: it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on March 21, 2018, 08:19:58 AM
I got this a few months ago, I think for extra $10-$15 it's a much better deal then the manker(although I still want a manker  :rofl:)

1200 lumens, 1000 otf,  and programmable modes, headstrap, clip, lanyard spare magnet for tailcap, 8 brighness modes I think

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/810/40225270094_fb7ffd5739_z.jpg)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/810/40225270084_3b2417c3fa_z.jpg)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/820/40039763715_031f0f7caa_z.jpg)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/803/26060826407_b7f478776f_m.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Don Pablo on March 21, 2018, 10:15:41 AM
But it's not as small as the manker.. :angel:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on March 21, 2018, 04:27:58 PM
From US eBay seller - $25 after 15% discount-
(https://imageshack.com/a/img922/7566/qMaROS.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Don Pablo on March 21, 2018, 04:33:15 PM
The post lost my Manker E03H, it appears. By the time I get the replacement it will have been over a month since ordering.  :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mechanickal on March 21, 2018, 05:36:45 PM
The post lost my Manker E03H, it appears. By the time I get the replacement it will have been over a month since ordering.  :facepalm:
You're young enough to wait.
You've got time :whistle:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on March 21, 2018, 08:52:13 PM
The post lost my Manker E03H, it appears. By the time I get the replacement it will have been over a month since ordering.  :facepalm:

How long did it take you to decide on a Manker?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Don Pablo on March 21, 2018, 09:23:32 PM
The post lost my Manker E03H, it appears. By the time I get the replacement it will have been over a month since ordering.  :facepalm:

How long did it take you to decide on a Manker?
After I saw it? A few hours. :)
Ordered 4 days after I saw it, amazingly short when you consider how indecisive I can be.  :D
Ordered on a Sunday, would have ordered earlier but it wouldn't have made a difference, because you know.... Weekend.
Also was looking for a deal.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: microbe on March 21, 2018, 10:36:00 PM
$27 sale arrived today
(https://i.imgur.com/bKUc26K.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Don Pablo on March 27, 2018, 08:32:22 PM
 :mail:
(http://i.imgur.com/faNRPqs.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on March 27, 2018, 11:13:17 PM
:mail:
(http://i.imgur.com/faNRPqs.jpg)
:like:
But...........
3 separate posts with pics and ZERO description or first impressions of the light?

We have been waiting.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Don Pablo on March 28, 2018, 09:41:59 AM
:mail:
(http://i.imgur.com/faNRPqs.jpg)
:like:
But...........
3 separate posts with pics and ZERO description or first impressions of the light?

We have been waiting.
Thanks.  :cheers:
I wrote a bunch of words regarding the E03 over here.  :ahhh
https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,64929.msg1666402.html#msg1666402
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on March 28, 2018, 11:58:41 AM
Bought a new AA flashlight. Probably made in PRC. Not bad, for €5. Three modes (high, low, strobe), zoom (from a wide circle to a small led-shape-like square). Has got a defensive bezel (quite sharp, have to be careful not to rip my pockets) and a pocket clip. It's operated via tail button.

I found it a bit too thin in the middle so I fitted a little leather band on it. Love the new look and feel. It gives a better grip, is much more well balanced and looks much better than a €5 torch.

 8) 8)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Don Pablo on March 28, 2018, 01:38:54 PM
Bought a new AA flashlight. Probably made in PRC. Not bad, for €5. Three modes (high, low, strobe), zoom (from a wide circle to a small led-shape-like square). Has got a defensive bezel (quite sharp, have to be careful not to rip my pockets) and a pocket clip. It's operated via tail button.

I found it a bit too thin in the middle so I fitted a little leather band on it. Love the new look and feel. It gives a better grip, is much more well balanced and looks much better than a €5 torch.

 8) 8)
I got a bunch of similar ones for the family.
For 4 euro each, quite good.  :tu:
If only there was no strobe, with a nicer LED. :dd: The "defensive bezel" is a bit silly too.  ::)
That leather slip really changes the look of yours by the way.  :like: 8)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on March 28, 2018, 02:23:52 PM
looks naughty

like it is wearing  a corset
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on March 28, 2018, 04:01:40 PM
Bought a new AA flashlight. Probably made in PRC. Not bad, for €5. Three modes (high, low, strobe), zoom (from a wide circle to a small led-shape-like square). Has got a defensive bezel (quite sharp, have to be careful not to rip my pockets) and a pocket clip. It's operated via tail button.

I found it a bit too thin in the middle so I fitted a little leather band on it. Love the new look and feel. It gives a better grip, is much more well balanced and looks much better than a €5 torch.

 8) 8)
I got a bunch of similar ones for the family.
For 4 euro each, quite good.  :tu:
If only there was no strobe, with a nicer LED. :dd: The "defensive bezel" is a bit silly too.  ::)
That leather slip really changes the look of yours by the way.  :like: 8)

That's what she said...

 :whistle:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on March 28, 2018, 04:02:37 PM
looks naughty

like it is wearing  a corset

Wearing a corset is not naughty.
 :pok: :pok:

Show content
Removing it, on the other hand...

 :whistle:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 02, 2018, 09:36:09 AM
I've got a second Eagtac D25A Clicky on the way.  As some will know this is by far and away my favourite light and I thought it prudent to buy a second before they disappear.
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on April 02, 2018, 11:09:47 AM
This cheap light was my latest flashlight, until my son asked to trade it for the Ti3 I gave him a while back... :lol:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180402/2b0051f82c82c04b4f35d2f882278f32.jpg)

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on April 02, 2018, 12:04:06 PM
I've got a second Eagtac D25A Clicky on the way.  As some will know this is by far and away my favourite light and I thought it prudent to buy a second before they disappear.

Sigh...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 02, 2018, 12:11:20 PM
I've got a second Eagtac D25A Clicky on the way.  As some will know this is by far and away my favourite light and I thought it prudent to buy a second before they disappear.

Sigh...

I know, I know.  My, admittedly rather forced, logic is that they've been around for a good few years now and it can't last forever.  Add that to the fact I misplaced my current one for a few weeks and I happened to find an extra for a very good price and I couldn't say no. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: zoidberg on April 02, 2018, 12:15:24 PM
I've got a second Eagtac D25A Clicky on the way.  As some will know this is by far and away my favourite light and I thought it prudent to buy a second before they disappear.

Sigh...

I know, I know.  My, admittedly rather forced, logic is that they've been around for a good few years now and it can't last forever.  Add that to the fact I misplaced my current one for a few weeks and I happened to find an extra for a very good price and I couldn't say no. 

Which LED did you get?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Don Pablo on April 02, 2018, 12:25:36 PM
This cheap light was my latest flashlight, until my son asked to trade it for the Ti3 I gave him a while back... :lol:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180402/2b0051f82c82c04b4f35d2f882278f32.jpg)

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Between that and the Ti3, I'd pick the Ti3.  :D I can't even find it in a google search...  :facepalm: Dobson Pocket Mini?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Don Pablo on April 02, 2018, 12:26:14 PM
I've got a second Eagtac D25A Clicky on the way.  As some will know this is by far and away my favourite light and I thought it prudent to buy a second before they disappear.
One is none and two is one?  :facepalm: :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on April 02, 2018, 12:49:13 PM
This cheap light was my latest flashlight, until my son asked to trade it for the Ti3 I gave him a while back... :lol:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180402/2b0051f82c82c04b4f35d2f882278f32.jpg)

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Between that and the Ti3, I'd pick the Ti3.  :D I can't even find it in a google search...  :facepalm: Dobson Pocket Mini?
Yup... definitely a Ti3 for me... got it for novelty reasons... that yellow thing on the side serves as a a lamp and beacon :lol:


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: David Bowen on April 02, 2018, 02:37:46 PM
Got a 4sevens MK HI coming today with rechargeable battery kit. Very excited

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Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 02, 2018, 03:37:09 PM
Got a 4sevens MK HI coming today with rechargeable battery kit. Very excited

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Do you mean a Mini MK????

Crazy great little light!

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180402/868e6dd2b72623ad8198a44afb6d6810.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: David Bowen on April 03, 2018, 01:44:22 AM
Got a 4sevens MK HI coming today with rechargeable battery kit. Very excited

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Do you mean a Mini MK????

Crazy great little light!

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180402/868e6dd2b72623ad8198a44afb6d6810.jpg)
Yeah sorry autocorrect can be a pain. It's a Mini MK II stainless. It's waiting for me at the house and I'm ready to check it out.

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Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 03, 2018, 02:00:46 AM
I snagged this new Milwaukee the other day at Home Depot for $20 and I really like it so far!
It has a rubber bite grip on the switch end for mouth carry,potentially gross of course.
The switch is pretty nice and can be used to flash too.
It is a single speed of 100 lumens for 3.5 hours from 2-AAA cells as claimed.
The clip is pretty tough and can not be just pulled off and this one also fits the side tube of my Skinth which is not too common at all.

It seems to get better runtime though than that for me so far but the real exciting part is that this light has the best tint in any easily obtained at retail light that I know about as of now!
I think they call it True-View?
It really is a decent little light and I can get it exchanged at any HD as needed too!
This is why I carried Maglite for so long.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180403/8ff8b4368df993346b799192a37719a3.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180403/513e97de94fe7434f18f419899c415de.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180403/b7013bac137d803dfa5ecafb258634c9.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 03, 2018, 02:11:39 AM
I've got a second Eagtac D25A Clicky on the way.  As some will know this is by far and away my favourite light and I thought it prudent to buy a second before they disappear.

Sigh...

I know, I know.  My, admittedly rather forced, logic is that they've been around for a good few years now and it can't last forever.  Add that to the fact I misplaced my current one for a few weeks and I happened to find an extra for a very good price and I couldn't say no. 

Which LED did you get?

Xp-g2 r5 this time so at least it's not an identical light. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: David Bowen on April 03, 2018, 03:50:57 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180403/27549907106c87e202f59ac814c51ee8.jpg)

This mini Mark II is awesome, so much power in a dynamite package

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Don Pablo on April 03, 2018, 10:17:45 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180403/27549907106c87e202f59ac814c51ee8.jpg)

This mini Mark II is awesome, so much power in a dynamite package

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It’s a bit smaller than a dynamite package actually.  :pok:
(https://img2.cgtrader.com/items/660037/8154c8634a/large/dynamite-pack-3d-model-low-poly-max-obj-3ds-fbx-blend-mtl.jpg)

In any case, it looks awesome!
 :like: :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Essexman on April 10, 2018, 07:22:23 PM
Lumintop AAA Cu Tool

(https://edgematters.uk/wcf/attachment/55322-ad80f0ea-2e17-4adb-a692-087e9e5a36f0-jpeg/)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: BePrepared on April 13, 2018, 06:31:31 PM
Thrunite Ti4 (2x AAA).  A birthday present  :-)

(http://i.imgur.com/LZbODT2.jpg?2) (https://imgur.com/LZbODT2)

It is narrow enough to fit in the pen pocket in my jacket.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 13, 2018, 06:58:39 PM
Thrunite Ti4 (2x AAA).  A birthday present  :-)

(http://i.imgur.com/LZbODT2.jpg?2) (https://imgur.com/LZbODT2)

It is narrow enough to fit in the pen pocket in my jacket.

For some reason that's something a lot of 2AAA lights seem to get wrong.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Don Pablo on April 13, 2018, 07:21:09 PM
Thrunite Ti4 (2x AAA).  A birthday present  :-)

(http://i.imgur.com/LZbODT2.jpg?2) (https://imgur.com/LZbODT2)

It is narrow enough to fit in the pen pocket in my jacket.
Nice!  8)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 14, 2018, 12:36:32 PM
My second Eagtac D25A Clicky. 

(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=368124)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: David Bowen on April 17, 2018, 04:14:38 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180417/b31e0229aa437d9b8ee8dba17c6dc59e.jpg)

Playing with the Fenix LD15R today

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ThePeacent on April 21, 2018, 11:45:42 AM
Not a flashlight per se,
but a very decent Chinese light for the room,

(https://i.imgur.com/SRMbKl5.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on April 25, 2018, 01:27:15 PM
A used Armytek Tiara A1 Pro v2 warm light... I plan to give my existing Tiara A1 v2 white light to my brother...(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180425/5d73b1fb48c62f695db252b75ddc3f4b.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: captain spaulding on April 26, 2018, 03:38:55 PM
Now my Manker E02 lost its clicky button somehow which makes it inoperable with a finger so unless I find it somewhere I may as well throw it in the trash now. This is honestly the worst flashlight I have bought in the past decade. Maybe ever.  :facepalm:

Forgot to mention. Without the clicky button all the electrical components are exposed so I have no idea how this thing is water proof.  :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Don Pablo on April 26, 2018, 04:03:29 PM
It really does sounds like a dud.... :(
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on May 01, 2018, 10:36:12 AM
Won this beast(convoy L6, not the dog  ;) ) on BLF GAW, I cropped the pic to remove the dog junk :rofl: nobody wants to see that (https://farm1.staticflickr.com/906/27952553818_c85022ea48_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/JA59p5)

This light is no joke tho, 3800 lumens, I had to order (2) 26650 Li-ions just to use it, it's really amazing the amount of light it outputs.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on May 08, 2018, 07:14:24 PM
It won't light up the sky but bright enough to take me and my dog anywhere we want to go at night, it won't leave us in the dark :whistle:
(https://imageshack.com/a/img922/5298/r4mQb4.jpg)(https://imageshack.com/a/img924/2821/SMiQwD.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: baguadao on May 17, 2018, 08:04:11 AM

Which website can I go to to buy a USED in Good Condition  ThruNite Ti mini keychain Christmas Edition Limited

It is in Titanium.

Thank you for any information.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on May 17, 2018, 09:23:52 AM
ebay?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 17, 2018, 12:02:19 PM
Won this beast(convoy L6, not the dog  ;) ) on BLF GAW, I cropped the pic to remove the dog junk :rofl: nobody wants to see that (https://farm1.staticflickr.com/906/27952553818_c85022ea48_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/JA59p5)

This light is no joke tho, 3800 lumens, I had to order (2) 26650 Li-ions just to use it, it's really amazing the amount of light it outputs.

Good looking light and all (and it is) but we definitely do want to see more dog pics. ;)  https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,36981.0.html
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: baguadao on May 17, 2018, 01:53:07 PM

Ebay only carry the ordinary Thrunite Ti3 black. 

Not the  SED   ThruNite Ti Christmas Limited Edition whichis in Titanium which  I am looking for.

Anyone know of USA website where I can access to check

Thank you.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on June 02, 2018, 08:06:26 PM
Just got a Olight ION 10th Anniversary Edition with Titanium body and front/back glass panels.
(https://imageshack.com/a/img922/9775/R7VART.jpg) (https://imageshack.com/a/img922/769/7ZshX9.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on June 03, 2018, 07:21:04 AM
Just got a Olight ION 10th Anniversary Edition with Titanium body and front/back glass panels.
(https://imageshack.com/a/img922/9775/R7VART.jpg) (https://imageshack.com/a/img922/769/7ZshX9.jpg)

very nice Justin
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on June 03, 2018, 06:47:16 PM
Just got a Olight ION 10th Anniversary Edition with Titanium body and front/back glass panels.
(https://imageshack.com/a/img922/9775/R7VART.jpg) (https://imageshack.com/a/img922/769/7ZshX9.jpg)

very nice Justin

Thank you sir!  :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on June 06, 2018, 05:04:05 PM
Cool light JustinCase.  I was watching a review of it which overall was positive.  I like the look actually and could see this light being used on my coffee table for those times when a light is needed.  Nice conversation piece. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on June 06, 2018, 05:05:06 PM
Since getting my Zebralight and Olight S1R I havent "felt" the need for a new light.  Sure I've looked and debated with myself but those light really have been pretty outstanding. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on June 06, 2018, 05:27:02 PM
Cool light JustinCase.  I was watching a review of it which overall was positive.  I like the look actually and could see this light being used on my coffee table for those times when a light is needed.  Nice conversation piece.

Thank you Aloha! :tu:..Yes, it's a very cool conversation piece and fun to play with and show it off to friends, I really like the glass design and the pressure-sensor output selection. Some people don't understand the ION was intended as a collector/innovative piece. There are many complains on YouTube regarding this subject, that's why I posted that the ION is not to be heavily carried or put through EDC paces or take in your next fishing or hunting trip :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on June 06, 2018, 10:29:21 PM
Yes I saw many of those complain videos  :think:.  Come on fellas, really?  It worth the conversation and certainly the looks.  I also like the gorilla glass front and back. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on June 25, 2018, 03:19:39 AM
Olight i1R rechargable, retiring the i3e eos from keychain, they had a nice deal on olightstore this past fathers day, was free with any purchase

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1813/28123546597_f4660d76a8_z.jpg)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/895/28123546657_63e3275507_z.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on June 26, 2018, 03:10:34 AM
these little olights are great, makes your keys much lighter/bulkier. I have a similar jetbeam, but its ss and didnt want to get it all scratchy on keys, but I don't mind when these black anoidized lights get worn/scracted, they kinda look cool.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: microbe on October 19, 2018, 06:16:21 PM
Black BLF A6 arrived today. I already had the silver one, until my wife dropped it her purse.
(https://i.imgur.com/5pIuNt5.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: badwolf on October 19, 2018, 07:13:38 PM
A used Armytek Tiara A1 Pro v2 warm light... I plan to give my existing Tiara A1 v2 white light to my brother...(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180425/5d73b1fb48c62f695db252b75ddc3f4b.jpg)
love these Armytek flashlights, I have a couple of Wizards, very well made.

My latest flashlight is this, a Skilhunt H03 neutral white, currently my favourite.(https://imgtc.com/i/TPdR7QY.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: eTripper on October 20, 2018, 03:55:44 AM
Just grabbed this newest-entry from CountyComm.  An Ultra 18650 Extreme Rechargeable - Maratac

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1437/9632/products/18650light2_98b8b420-8884-4bfb-af1a-9c05e907ee94_1024x1024.jpg?v=1539355030)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1437/9632/products/18650beamshot_1024x1024.jpg?v=1539355030)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1437/9632/products/18650light15_1024x1024.jpg?v=1539355030)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on October 20, 2018, 05:29:01 AM
It’s not really a flashlight yet it gives of plenty of light?
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on October 20, 2018, 05:47:03 AM
I have one of those LED Baseball cap lights and they are very bright at night, specially when I'm in the middle of a lake fishing  :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on October 20, 2018, 07:05:07 AM
I have one of those LED Baseball cap lights and they are very bright at night, specially when I'm in the middle of a lake fishing  :)
A cap light or a cap that has a light?
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on October 20, 2018, 07:54:08 AM
I have one of those LED Baseball cap lights and they are very bright at night, specially when I'm in the middle of a lake fishing  :)
A cap light or a cap that has a light?
JR

A baseball cap that has LEDs concealed under the brim is usually called cap light, but not referring to a police officer :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 30, 2018, 08:02:56 PM
Thread nudge.  ;)

I got given a ThorFire TK15 for Christmas and I'm very pleasantly surprised.  I remember when they were just one of a dozen "insetert-random-name-here-Fire" brands, but the quality on this seems to be a big jump ahead of what I was expecting. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on December 30, 2018, 09:24:59 PM
Thread nudge.  ;)

I got given a ThorFire TK15 for Christmas and I'm very pleasantly surprised.  I remember when they were just one of a dozen "insetert-random-name-here-Fire" brands, but the quality on this seems to be a big jump ahead of what I was expecting.

Looks a lot like Fenix's PD32.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 30, 2018, 10:14:01 PM
Thread nudge.  ;)

I got given a ThorFire TK15 for Christmas and I'm very pleasantly surprised.  I remember when they were just one of a dozen "insetert-random-name-here-Fire" brands, but the quality on this seems to be a big jump ahead of what I was expecting.

Looks a lot like Fenix's PD32.

Very similar indeed.  :tu:  At about a fifth of the price it's a very inexpensive way to get something similar, though I would hope the Fenix has the leg up on build quality and after-market support.  Time will tell how durable the switch and other electronics are on the ThorFire.  Pleasant light colour that, to my eye, would be fairly called Neutral and certainly no blue that I can see.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stormdrane on January 08, 2019, 08:05:30 PM
Bought a few of these cheap but functional 9 volt battery LED lights from Dorcy (https://www.dorcy.com/household/flashlight-with-9v-alkaline-battery), since they're on sale (can choose free shipping before checkout).
(https://i.imgur.com/9yUPQbX.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on January 08, 2019, 08:46:28 PM
Very cool :like: and thanks for the heads up :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on January 08, 2019, 10:49:59 PM
They come handy if you don't have a tester and want to know if your 9V batteries are dead or still juiced :D :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on January 10, 2019, 10:16:06 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190110/8e90e0c661403d871d9ac5d454ee8164.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190110/2f2b697ba75a192c035345a95429e239.jpg)


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on January 10, 2019, 11:25:51 PM
Just got it from one of the flashlight forums at a great price. Amazing brightness in such a small little package (2.5")
(https://imageshack.com/a/img924/8723/JEbHxj.jpg)(https://imageshack.com/a/img921/2858/QpG08Z.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on January 11, 2019, 03:56:51 AM
Two nice looking lights ez and Justin :o 8) :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on February 04, 2019, 11:02:36 PM
Hope this is ok to post. If not, please delete.
Just got this after a month in the mail from China (about normal). It was a bit of a pain ordering but finally got thought it.
It is a BLF project with Sofrin available at Aliexpress for between $6.50 and $8.00 shipped depending on if you use the BLF discount.
It is a AAA single mode low output twisty with 5mm high CRI Yuji LED (one version in 3200K, other version in 5600K); co-creation between BLF community and Sofirn; commemorative clone of Fenix E01 and Arc AAA; cockroach light."
Also can take a trit and magnet in the tail and is available in black, red or blue. Includes a clip.
Size is almost identical to the Fenix E01.
Pretty good deal IMO.
(https://i.imgur.com/LkrKzs8l.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/AiN2pikl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/cipMXKJl.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on February 04, 2019, 11:39:45 PM
Why would you not be able to post it here?

I have been on the fence about getting these,just not sure I need such a low power light though I am familiar with the arguments for it for sure.

So what do you think?
Does it match the Hype?

Hope this is ok to post. If not, please delete.
Just got this after a month in the mail from China (about normal). It was a bit of a pain ordering but finally got thought it.
It is a BLF project with Sofrin available at Aliexpress for between $6.50 and $8.00 shipped depending on if you use the BLF discount.
It is a AAA single mode low output twisty with 5mm high CRI Yuji LED (one version in 3200K, other version in 5600K); co-creation between BLF community and Sofirn; commemorative clone of Fenix E01 and Arc AAA; cockroach light."
Also can take a trit and magnet in the tail and is available in black, red or blue. Includes a clip.
Size is almost identical to the Fenix E01.
Pretty good deal IMO.
(https://i.imgur.com/LkrKzs8l.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/AiN2pikl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/cipMXKJl.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on February 05, 2019, 12:02:18 AM
Thought maybe mentioning a sale on another forum might be a problem.
It seems to be very well made for the price point.
I use these lights mainly as a reading aid in restaurants and at night around the house when I don't need a very bright light. I have sold most of my blaster lights as I don't need them anymore. Retired.
The real hype for me was the price point. Just wanted to see what they could come up with and liked the choice of tints. I wanted to try the warmer one. I got my Sapphire for this purpose in the 5600 tint.
Just like playin' around. Don't really need anything but that won't stop me.

Why would you not be able to post it here?

I have been on the fence about getting these,just not sure I need such a low power light though I am familiar with the arguments for it for sure.

So what do you think?
Does it match the Hype?

Hope this is ok to post. If not, please delete.
Just got this after a month in the mail from China (about normal). It was a bit of a pain ordering but finally got thought it.
It is a BLF project with Sofrin available at Aliexpress for between $6.50 and $8.00 shipped depending on if you use the BLF discount.
It is a AAA single mode low output twisty with 5mm high CRI Yuji LED (one version in 3200K, other version in 5600K); co-creation between BLF community and Sofirn; commemorative clone of Fenix E01 and Arc AAA; cockroach light."
Also can take a trit and magnet in the tail and is available in black, red or blue. Includes a clip.
Size is almost identical to the Fenix E01.
Pretty good deal IMO.
(https://i.imgur.com/LkrKzs8l.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/AiN2pikl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/cipMXKJl.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on February 05, 2019, 12:19:14 AM
I hear you,I got the Sapphire exactly the same as you and for the same reasons but it is just not enough light for me most times anymore and I took it off the keychain recently too.
I don't need crazy bright but more than 20-30 lumens a lot of times too.

So I EDC Zebras and get everything in one light.

Those Sofirn seem like they could be fun though,dim fun but fun anyway?

Thought maybe mentioning a sale on another forum might be a problem.
It seems to be very well made for the price point.
I use these lights mainly as a reading aid in restaurants and at night around the house when I don't need a very bright light. I have sold most of my blaster lights as I don't need them anymore. Retired.
The real hype for me was the price point. Just wanted to see what they could come up with and liked the choice of tints. I wanted to try the warmer one. I got my Sapphire for this purpose in the 5600 tint.
Just like playin' around. Don't really need anything but that won't stop me.

Why would you not be able to post it here?

I have been on the fence about getting these,just not sure I need such a low power light though I am familiar with the arguments for it for sure.

So what do you think?
Does it match the Hype?

Hope this is ok to post. If not, please delete.
Just got this after a month in the mail from China (about normal). It was a bit of a pain ordering but finally got thought it.
It is a BLF project with Sofrin available at Aliexpress for between $6.50 and $8.00 shipped depending on if you use the BLF discount.
It is a AAA single mode low output twisty with 5mm high CRI Yuji LED (one version in 3200K, other version in 5600K); co-creation between BLF community and Sofirn; commemorative clone of Fenix E01 and Arc AAA; cockroach light."
Also can take a trit and magnet in the tail and is available in black, red or blue. Includes a clip.
Size is almost identical to the Fenix E01.
Pretty good deal IMO.
(https://i.imgur.com/LkrKzs8l.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/AiN2pikl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/cipMXKJl.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: smiller43147 on February 05, 2019, 05:52:30 PM
Here's a 1 x AA flashlight that I picked up on Deal Extreme https://www.dx.com/p/ultrafire-xr-e-r2-1-led-280lm-3-mode-cool-white-light-zooming-mini-flashlight-black-1-x-14500-2052870#.XFjopi3Myfc (https://www.dx.com/p/ultrafire-xr-e-r2-1-led-280lm-3-mode-cool-white-light-zooming-mini-flashlight-black-1-x-14500-2052870#.XFjopi3Myfc) for under $3. 
It doesn't produce anything close to the 280 lumens advertised, but 50 - 60 lumens from a AA isn't bad.  (80 lumens from a 14500)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 06, 2019, 12:34:38 PM
Hope this is ok to post. If not, please delete.
Just got this after a month in the mail from China (about normal). It was a bit of a pain ordering but finally got thought it.
It is a BLF project with Sofrin available at Aliexpress for between $6.50 and $8.00 shipped depending on if you use the BLF discount.
It is a AAA single mode low output twisty with 5mm high CRI Yuji LED (one version in 3200K, other version in 5600K); co-creation between BLF community and Sofirn; commemorative clone of Fenix E01 and Arc AAA; cockroach light."
Also can take a trit and magnet in the tail and is available in black, red or blue. Includes a clip.
Size is almost identical to the Fenix E01.
Pretty good deal IMO.
(https://i.imgur.com/LkrKzs8l.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/AiN2pikl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/cipMXKJl.jpg)

So basically a E01 but with a good emitter tint?  Nice.  :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on February 06, 2019, 11:49:11 PM
Hope this is ok to post. If not, please delete.
Just got this after a month in the mail from China (about normal). It was a bit of a pain ordering but finally got thought it.
It is a BLF project with Sofrin available at Aliexpress for between $6.50 and $8.00 shipped depending on if you use the BLF discount.
It is a AAA single mode low output twisty with 5mm high CRI Yuji LED (one version in 3200K, other version in 5600K); co-creation between BLF community and Sofirn; commemorative clone of Fenix E01 and Arc AAA; cockroach light."
Also can take a trit and magnet in the tail and is available in black, red or blue. Includes a clip.
Size is almost identical to the Fenix E01.
Pretty good deal IMO.
(https://i.imgur.com/LkrKzs8l.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/AiN2pikl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/cipMXKJl.jpg)

So basically a E01 but with a good emitter tint?  Nice.  :cheers:

Yes. That was the exact goal of the project. And a bit less output.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on February 06, 2019, 11:58:40 PM
So are you glad that you jumped in with it?
They are pretty irresistible for the price and if you are positive about yours then I can blame it on you when I buy some! :rofl:

Hope this is ok to post. If not, please delete.
Just got this after a month in the mail from China (about normal). It was a bit of a pain ordering but finally got thought it.
It is a BLF project with Sofrin available at Aliexpress for between $6.50 and $8.00 shipped depending on if you use the BLF discount.
It is a AAA single mode low output twisty with 5mm high CRI Yuji LED (one version in 3200K, other version in 5600K); co-creation between BLF community and Sofirn; commemorative clone of Fenix E01 and Arc AAA; cockroach light."
Also can take a trit and magnet in the tail and is available in black, red or blue. Includes a clip.
Size is almost identical to the Fenix E01.
Pretty good deal IMO.
(https://i.imgur.com/LkrKzs8l.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/AiN2pikl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/cipMXKJl.jpg)

So basically a E01 but with a good emitter tint?  Nice.  :cheers:

Yes. That was the exact goal of the project. And a bit less output.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on February 07, 2019, 02:01:53 AM
So are you glad that you jumped in with it?
They are pretty irresistible for the price and if you are positive about yours then I can blame it on you when I buy some! :rofl:

Probably will get some more. Gotta try  the other tint. Go for it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: rrr47 on February 09, 2019, 11:29:50 AM
My latest flashlight is a mechanics light, all plastic construction, magnets to attach to the vehicle, moving base to angel the beam. Spot light on top flood on front, USB recharging.
While working in a garage I was using one of these under a car changing the oil, I knocked the light and it fell straight into the very hot oil I had just drained out of the engine. I know the oil was very hot, because my first reaction was to retrieve the flashlight. But once I had cleaned the torch with brake cleaner, it was fine, a bit of a darker yellow, but OK.
I got this one while working in another garage, it cost £40.00!!!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: PTRSAK on February 20, 2019, 06:40:48 AM
Nitecore Sens AA.
Pretty cool little thing. Has a mode where the output varies according to the angle you hold it. Dim when pointed at your feet and bright pointed horizontally.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 20, 2019, 09:25:31 AM
Nitecore Sens AA.
Pretty cool little thing. Has a mode where the output varies according to the angle you hold it. Dim when pointed at your feet and bright pointed horizontally.

I remember reading about these when they first came out and I wasn't sure if it was a gimmick or genius.  I look forward to hearing which you think it is.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on February 20, 2019, 12:17:33 PM
Nitecore Sens AA.
Pretty cool little thing. Has a mode where the output varies according to the angle you hold it. Dim when pointed at your feet and bright pointed horizontally.

I remember reading about these when they first came out and I wasn't sure if it was a gimmick or genius.  I look forward to hearing which you think it is.  :tu:

 :iagree: except I never heard about them :o :ahhh :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on February 20, 2019, 11:30:06 PM
Nitecore Sens AA.
Pretty cool little thing. Has a mode where the output varies according to the angle you hold it. Dim when pointed at your feet and bright pointed horizontally.

I remember reading about these when they first came out and I wasn't sure if it was a gimmick or genius.  I look forward to hearing which you think it is.  :tu:
I could not get used to mine and tried a few different specimens to make sure it wasn't just the light?

Nope it was just me! :think:

Way too gimmicky for me but a lot of us seem to like them which is why I gave it a try. :dunno:

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on February 21, 2019, 10:09:44 PM
I'm sure no one else has done this but I just bought a light for the second time after selling it.
It's a TAIN Ottavino V4. Don't know why I ever sold it; it was one of my favorites.Rather unique UI which loosens to turn on and further loosen to go to high. Beautiful knurled titanium, trit in the tail and the smallest AAA I have every had. 
Gonna try to keep this one.
With a Butterbean:
(https://i.imgur.com/Onjyc3Kl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/0GcNe0zl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/imZbPZul.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: PTRSAK on February 21, 2019, 11:17:45 PM
Nitecore Sens AA.
Pretty cool little thing. Has a mode where the output varies according to the angle you hold it. Dim when pointed at your feet and bright pointed horizontally.

I remember reading about these when they first came out and I wasn't sure if it was a gimmick or genius.  I look forward to hearing which you think it is.  :tu:
I could not get used to mine and tried a few different specimens to make sure it wasn't just the light?

Nope it was just me! :think:

Way too gimmicky for me but a lot of us seem to like them which is why I gave it a try. :dunno:



Yes the ADT (auto dimming technology) feature is a bit gimmicky but I can see it being useful in some very limited situations. Walking a path on a dark night where you only need to illuminate what's under your feet but might want to check what's ahead now and then, raise your hand and boom full power, back at your feet... dim.
A better feature is direct access to steady high, medium and low modes by the angle you hold the light when you turn it on.
Personally I'm liking it so far, it's good to have a reasonably bright light that runs on AAs and doesn't require 14500s, simple UI, no flashy/blinky modes, decent quality and doesn't cost multiple limbs.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on February 22, 2019, 01:04:58 AM
Like I said I was intrigued enough to give one several tries but I could not get one to work predictably at all so......

I am a simple Caveman though,ask anyone! :multi:

Nitecore Sens AA.
Pretty cool little thing. Has a mode where the output varies according to the angle you hold it. Dim when pointed at your feet and bright pointed horizontally.

I remember reading about these when they first came out and I wasn't sure if it was a gimmick or genius.  I look forward to hearing which you think it is.  :tu:
I could not get used to mine and tried a few different specimens to make sure it wasn't just the light?

Nope it was just me! :think:

Way too gimmicky for me but a lot of us seem to like them which is why I gave it a try. :dunno:



Yes the ADT (auto dimming technology) feature is a bit gimmicky but I can see it being useful in some very limited situations. Walking a path on a dark night where you only need to illuminate what's under your feet but might want to check what's ahead now and then, raise your hand and boom full power, back at your feet... dim.
A better feature is direct access to steady high, medium and low modes by the angle you hold the light when you turn it on.
Personally I'm liking it so far, it's good to have a reasonably bright light that runs on AAs and doesn't require 14500s, simple UI, no flashy/blinky modes, decent quality and doesn't cost multiple limbs.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gerleatherberman on February 22, 2019, 05:11:13 AM
Some really cool lights y'all have gotten recently! :like:

This Red beam Solitaire came with the Center-Drive in a kit.

It says it is 33 lumens, but it seems brighter to me. Though the spectrum of light may be to blame for my perception.
(https://i.imgur.com/ZnRKsUk.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/WQBmuHt.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on February 22, 2019, 12:10:38 PM
Great pics of some nice looking lights William and GLBM :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gerleatherberman on February 22, 2019, 03:51:33 PM
Thank you, Poncho! :cheers:

After some searching, it seems the red beam is good for confined spaces at night, such as cockpits, tents, and etc. It is supposed to be safe for night vision too. Aside from a possible use in a tent, doesn't look like it'll be getting much use. Though, it is supposed to show finer detail and be less harsh on the eyes. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on February 23, 2019, 08:09:55 PM
Glad you found out that info on the red beam :tu: I never knew that either :salute: :like:

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gerleatherberman on February 23, 2019, 11:38:38 PM
Glad you found out that info on the red beam :tu: I never knew that either :salute: :like:

:nanadance:       :nanadance:
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on February 28, 2019, 06:48:46 PM
Just received the Nitecore TUP yesterday and so far I'm very happy with it!  :tu:  This torch packs a punch, from the ultralow mode of 1 lumen to super bright at max output of 1000 lumens. Suppose to be a pocket or keychain light but I think it's a bit too big for the key ring so that's why I carry it clipped to my belt since the pocket clip is wide and strong.
(https://imagizer.imageshack.com/img923/1369/pSKGDt.jpg)(https://imagizer.imageshack.com/img921/7536/G0nDNR.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on February 28, 2019, 06:55:38 PM
Just received the Nitecore TUP yesterday and so far I'm very happy with it!  :tu:  This torch packs a punch, from the ultralow mode of 1 lumen to super bright at max output of 1000 lumens. Suppose to be a pocket or keychain light but I think it's a bit too big for the key ring so that's why I carry it clipped to my belt since the pocket clip is wide and strong.
(https://imagizer.imageshack.com/img923/1369/pSKGDt.jpg)(https://imagizer.imageshack.com/img921/7536/G0nDNR.jpg)
I love the Grip Tape you stuck on there!
I agree That the light is just an odd carry and I have yet to find a method that I can really live with?

Also the low is a lot brighter than other alleged 1 lumen levels that I have tried?
I again wish Nitecore would give us a really low moonlight mode and mean it too!

Love the light anyway though and the OLED is amazing!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on February 28, 2019, 08:03:38 PM
I love the Grip Tape you stuck on there!
I agree That the light is just an odd carry and I have yet to find a method that I can really live with?

Also the low is a lot brighter than other alleged 1 lumen levels that I have tried?
I again wish Nitecore would give us a really low moonlight mode and mean it too!

Love the light anyway though and the OLED is amazing!
Thanks ezdog :salute:  The low mode is not an issue for me but I agree, it's too bright. The main reason I purchased the TUP was the OLED as the display screen shows you the battery level and voltage, user mode, remaining run time and brightness level and also the USB charging because with my prior light, the Nitecore EC11, I always carried a spare battery with me. By the way, the grip tape is from my  leftover Talon sheet, so might as well use it on something :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on February 28, 2019, 08:09:51 PM
Sweet pics,  justin :like: love both the light and the Wave :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on February 28, 2019, 08:14:33 PM
Thank you Poncho :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on March 01, 2019, 12:24:22 AM
These arrived Today!
I am going through a Right Angle phase evidently? :think:
Each has a pretty interesting feature set and can be both a headlamp and EDC light as preferred.

Notice the smaller one has a sliding diffuser built-in and also includes a Red and Green one that interchange.
The Big one has all kinds of crazy features and will charge via USB in the body.
Both are NW tint & HiCRI too!
They also both have crazy strong magnets in the tail and could not be any closer for the pics without trying to mate!

So I have them in cases and ready to go to work in the morning.

Now I just need to Torch my Head! >:D

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190228/38b0195d154a828aaea7561cdd084728.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190228/ca3155a50c567f9959ac283ddce4dfd6.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190228/4e6264a4f9806dd2c96d4ba6b2abad6f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190228/2b2c8c9ac500f23b6459ab3232d4986b.jpg)


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Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on March 01, 2019, 12:12:32 PM
Nice lights ezdog... :like: :like:

Really love angle lights... very versatile... Too bad my E02 didn’t come with a supplied headband...


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on March 01, 2019, 02:40:12 PM
Nice lights ezdog... :like: :like:

Really love angle lights... very versatile... Too bad my E02 didn’t come with a supplied headband...


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Thanks I am pretty excited for the new ones!
I am trying to get something that I can use inside racks that will actually run for an entire day at a decent level and this Armytec has great specs for that and was a lot cheaper than my usual Zebra too along with having some other features that I think will come in handy like the insane Magnet in the tail!
I am pretty sure that I will end up with a ZL 18650 HL too though,they are just so good.

The Maker was just too much of a little nugget to pass up and the ability tp pick the moonlight level from 21 levels at anytime is a feature that I already used last night too!

I know you can get that E02 both with and without the Head Band too but count yourself lucky maybe as the Manker Head Band is maybe the worst I have ever tried to use.
I had read this from several sources but until getting one Yesterday with this light I could not understand the fuss,now sadly I do.
So I have an extra Olight Head Band and the E03 slides right in there and as you already know that one is pretty decent too!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on March 04, 2019, 05:06:58 PM
Just got another Eiger(s) in a trade. Kinda like 'em. Not sure if I'll keep one or both or none.
(https://i.imgur.com/vsCzBfOl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/AtyHq9Tl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/EgjeZrTl.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on March 04, 2019, 06:04:33 PM
Depending on the specs the little one looks like a great keychain light.  I always have light on my keychain tho not that small.  Hope you find use for both or one  :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on March 04, 2019, 11:54:52 PM
Gonna try. I am currently trying to find another head; maybe a Mule. The one that came with it is too warm for my taste.
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on March 05, 2019, 12:25:53 AM
Gonna try. I am currently trying to find another head; maybe a Mule. The one that came with it is too warm for my taste.
I have a Mule head in SS that is from a run they did for Oveready a few years ago.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190304/486ccbfcf19008a8cc7a1872dc279ce0.jpg)

It has a 219 in it and would be great if the light that it shipped on worked!
I run it on a Black tube if I use the Mule as it has a working set of QTC,the SS tube does not work at all?
Looks good though!

Which head did it come with that is warm?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on March 05, 2019, 02:57:17 AM
It came with a warm white tint. Works great; just too warm. (yellow) for me.
Like the looks of the Mule. Would like to see a shot of the head/lens.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on March 05, 2019, 03:03:50 AM
It came with a warm white tint. Works great; just too warm. (yellow) for me.
Like the looks of the Mule. Would like to see a shot of the head/lens.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190305/51d46e4db96652bea93ad349037cf0ae.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190305/fc8b8729a19c4cade8496a5374322b0e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190305/e1bafb59c2b01bbdc023ad85c2a60840.jpg)



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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on March 05, 2019, 03:25:12 AM
Perfect
Much appreciated.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on March 05, 2019, 01:25:24 PM
Perfect
Much appreciated.

 :cheers:

The Mule is Cool!
If you can find one in a 219 variant I highly endorse that one too.
In my experience the Tint and overall quality of the light from a Mule is more important than ever really and this tiny head is amazing when working!
I had thought I would use this Eiger as my go to emergency light as they are said to be so simple that they will work on any battery and at all times but that one would come back to bite me right in the butt!

It turns out that Last Night though I made a deal for a new SS body and it should be on its way soon to try that again!

Glad I helped enable you maybe! :hatsoff:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on March 08, 2019, 12:27:45 AM
And the Eiger rides again!

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190307/4ef024d0186ebb959c0d2fb0df0d75ea.jpg)


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on March 08, 2019, 12:42:06 PM
Some really great looking lights guys :dd: :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on March 08, 2019, 07:46:50 PM
And the Eiger rides again!

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190307/4ef024d0186ebb959c0d2fb0df0d75ea.jpg)


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Very nice.
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on March 09, 2019, 11:14:49 PM
Well last Week I got a Manker E03 AA Tiny Headlamp/RA light and was so intrigued and impressed with it that I ordered its little Brother the E02 AAA version!

Somehow it arrived here Today in less than a week from Hong Kong and with free shipping too! INSANE!

So they are so similar it is crazy and both have Head Bands of course but the nicest feature to me is that they both have a Moonlight Mode that you can easily set from any of 21 really low levels!

I also got them both in Nichia 219 Emitters which are not as bright as the CW but also not as Angry as CW!

These are really nice little lights.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190309/a053c65af3291e6a2db32a5a710bf462.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190309/f1ef266d8af82b28f1264f09bb7e51d1.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190309/63970e34b917cf702d6446e0a913ee77.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dan B on March 10, 2019, 04:26:04 PM
Fenix uc35

So far I'm liking it, but I didn't realize how accustomed to carrying a light head up I had become.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190310/957bad730550e4634ed2fd76b1ccaaa6.jpg)

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on April 06, 2019, 02:26:53 PM
Lumintop EDC 05 arrived today...

Pretty capable light for a single AA/14500 torch... Max output of 800 lumens... 4 modes: moonlight - low - medium - high... Hidden feature: Strobe - SOS - Beacon... and a magnetic tail cap... Quite comparable to the Manker E11... although the E11 will need an unprotected cell to gain max lumens...

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190406/4ac1792b0c6bfcc1c4db01d114fa4602.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gerleatherberman on April 06, 2019, 02:54:52 PM
Great enlightenment, EZ, Dan and jaya! :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on April 06, 2019, 02:56:00 PM
Thanks GLBM :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 06, 2019, 11:21:00 PM
Lumintop EDC 05 arrived today...

Pretty capable light for a single AA/14500 torch... Max output of 800 lumens... 4 modes: moonlight - low - medium - high... Hidden feature: Strobe - SOS - Beacon... and a magnetic tail cap... Quite comparable to the Manker E11... although the E11 will need an unprotected cell to gain max lumens...

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190406/4ac1792b0c6bfcc1c4db01d114fa4602.jpg)

I just looked up the specs on that.  Very impressive. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on April 07, 2019, 06:51:44 AM
Great enlightenment, EZ, Dan and jaya! :like:

 :iagree: :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on April 08, 2019, 02:56:51 AM
Gareth, I just realized that it comes in both CW and NW... Had I known, I would have probably gotten the NW version :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on April 11, 2019, 03:55:52 PM
Just received the Lumintop Tool AA 2.0.  I'm quite impressed so far.  I have a lot of AA cells and wanted another AA light just because.  My bang around light is a Thrunite T10 which has served me very well now for years.  I have the 2014 T10 (xp-g2) metal tail switch and screwed on pocket clip version.  It has performed very well and continues to do so.  Thrunite has had several updated versions of the T10 since (2014) I just never picked up a newer one. 

The Tool AA 2.0 runs either 14500 or AA cells something I appreciate. I didn't include alkaline cells as I don't use them.  The spacing is nice and what I really like is its quite floody.  I tried it with a 14500 cell and wow.  I will stick to NiMh Eneloops tho since I have quite a few of them.  Not a bad light for about $15US.  Oh, I also very much like the diffuser cap that comes with the light.  Its GITD and is much nicer than the plastic cone one I got with my T10.  It fits my S1R with a little nudge so thats neat.   
[Ni-MH]
Low: 3.7 lumens (60 hours)
Medium: 28 lumens (12.5 hours)
High: 140 lumens (2.5 hours)
Turbo: 270 lumens (43 mins)
Strobe: 140 lumens

[14500]
Low: 16 lumens (37 hours)
Medium: 85 lumens (6h 9 mins)
High: 360 lumens (1h 19 mins)
Turbo: 650 lumens (33 mins)
Strobe: 360 lumens

 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dan B on April 12, 2019, 10:45:22 AM


Not a bad light for about $15US. 

That's a pretty good deal right there.

I love the AA lights that can use 14500. They're a great combination of power and battery availability.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 12, 2019, 01:20:09 PM

That's a pretty good deal right there.

I love the AA lights that can use 14500. They're a great combination of power and battery availability.

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Me too!

I carry a ZL SC52w every day AND a Jetbeam Jet1-MK and both can use a 14500 and it can make a huge difference on high levels but most of my uses seem to be lower levels where standard voltage batteries really rule.
Very versatile for sure!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on April 12, 2019, 02:57:26 PM
I also carry a ZL SC52.  I keep a 14500 in that light.   The Tool is a light I had my eye on but just never pulled to trigger on.  There was a 20% off coupon which was lowered the 17 and change asking price.  While I like AAA lights I have such a surplus of Eneloop AA cells this made more sense. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 12, 2019, 05:07:28 PM
I am determined to not buy any more lights that have a clip that is not screwed on in some way.
Every other light has let me down when the clip detaches on its own somehow so I am really trying to stick to this.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on April 12, 2019, 05:19:49 PM
I can see that being a problem.  I like the being able to reverse the clip for cap use, tho on a AA light not so much.  On my AAA lights more so. 

My ZL and T10 are both holding very strong.  No play whatsoever with either clips.  I can't say my Olight S1R wont let go.  I've not pushed it hard.  The Tool is strong but not being screwed in  :dunno: tho chances are it would let go too. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on April 14, 2019, 07:30:49 AM
Great deal on that Lumintop, Aloha :tu: :like:
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 14, 2019, 06:34:08 PM
HDS Golden Dragon 120!

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190414/d8d8a159e91016a4b1ac3b29d56a75c3.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on April 14, 2019, 07:30:02 PM
My latest flashlight, the Nitecore TUP. I'm very pleased with this little guy! :tu:  Beside size and thick screwed in pocket clip, I really like the 1 lux setting, low enough to find a key hole, but if I do need a bright light, I also have and extra 1000 lumens to spare.
(https://imagizer.imageshack.com/img924/596/K2CCEL.jpg) (https://imagizer.imageshack.com/img923/1911/Lk3H36.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dan B on April 14, 2019, 07:56:54 PM
That looks really cool. I love lights that have the option of a 1 lumen or less low mode!

What information does the display give you?

Also is that grip something that came on it or did you add something like talon grip tape to it?

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Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 14, 2019, 08:39:57 PM
That looks really cool. I love lights that have the option of a 1 lumen or less low mode!

What information does the display give you?

Also is that grip something that came on it or did you add something like talon grip tape to it?

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Sadly though it claims 1 l as low mine seems much brighter than that?
I wish there were a lower low.

The display is amazing to me
It reports level and run time as well as lock modes and is truly unique so far


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on April 14, 2019, 08:55:36 PM
That looks really cool. I love lights that have the option of a 1 lumen or less low mode!

What information does the display give you?

Also is that grip something that came on it or did you add something like talon grip tape to it?

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Thanks Dan! :salute:  Yes, the grip is something I did with small strips of Talon grip tape because otherwise it's a bit slippery when you grab it with sweaty hands. The display screen just gives you info when it comes to brightness level, mode, lumens, battery voltage, run time and lockout status. Most people avoid flashlight like this one because they think all these "new tech" gadgets are too complicated and difficult to understand, but it's not, very simple to follow instruction.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on April 15, 2019, 04:20:37 AM
Both great carries and pics ez and Justin :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on April 16, 2019, 08:22:46 PM
Just new heads.
Tired one of Peak's Mules and liked it so much that I decided to get a three more. Luckily they were able to make me one in copper.
(https://i.imgur.com/2GLAs0Nl.jpg)
My first.
(https://i.imgur.com/DYJDIljl.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on April 16, 2019, 11:30:30 PM
Very nice!  :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dan B on April 19, 2019, 03:18:29 AM
I had never heard of these before. They look like good lights.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 19, 2019, 02:53:58 PM
I had never heard of these before. They look like good lights.

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Which Lights?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dan B on April 19, 2019, 02:57:07 PM
The peak lights in the previous post.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 19, 2019, 03:20:04 PM
The peak lights in the previous post.

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Got it,just wasn't sure which you meant.

I have had mixed luck with Peak myself.
The variable brightness versions use an unusual method to change level and mine have been pretty useless on the Eiger versions which are the smallest they offer.
The Logans which are for bigger cells and are somewhat bigger lights have much more reliable adjustments with the ones that I have at least.

Very cool lights but quirky for sure.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on April 20, 2019, 05:26:50 PM
Sweet looking lights, William 8) :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dan B on April 20, 2019, 06:21:52 PM


... the Eiger versions which are the smallest they offer...

What do those even use for batteries? Anything that can be had as a rechargeable?

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Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 20, 2019, 07:35:10 PM

What do those even use for batteries? Anything that can be had as a rechargeable?

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They use 10180 & 10280 which as far as I know are only available as Lithium Rechargeable?
The longer ones of course take 10440 which is same size as aaa and they sell them in aa,123 and bigger sizes still too I think.

The Logan 17500 that I have a few of can use aaa,aa or 123 and if course a 17500 to using spacers and Peak sells a nice spacer set too!


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on April 20, 2019, 10:22:09 PM
Here is a pic of the Eiger lineup. Don't think the little guys are available much anymore. As ezdog mentioned, they use 10180 (smallest), 10280 and AAA variants. The AAA lights are available with variable output or as single mode lights with your choice of output. The newest versions with variable output are much more reliable than older versions.
Fully potted heads and very high quality makes them very rugged little lights. Also available in Stainless,  Brass,  Copper  and Aluminum.  Plus designed, manufactured and assembled in the US. Probably try some of their larger ones in the future.
Sorry for being so wordy.
(https://i.imgur.com/PrbOEEbl.jpg)
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 21, 2019, 01:12:40 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190420/ade8fffa18214aa112b3e84ac136d01c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190420/8b4a400bdd4bf9f560e37b694c0f7442.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190420/21e7882fec0fc94e45f4bc5cb4ea8849.jpg)


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dan B on April 21, 2019, 01:15:50 AM
Looking sharp!

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on April 21, 2019, 03:37:27 AM
Looking sharp!

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 :iagree: :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: BePrepared on April 21, 2019, 07:42:55 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/ebQdnx3.jpg?3)

LEFT: RovyVon A4, with red trit vials
RIGHT RovyVon Auroa A8 (spraypainted black)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dan B on April 21, 2019, 07:56:50 PM


...The AAA lights are available with variable output or as single mode lights with your choice of output. ...

I wouldn't mind having one setup for a good strong output and one of those push buttons that I see on their website.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 21, 2019, 08:22:27 PM

I wouldn't mind having one setup for a good strong output and one of those push buttons that I see on their website.

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The button is momentary only too.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 24, 2019, 12:44:49 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190423/1cfa372c80e115566fce15fda5ce24a8.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190423/bd6262c859a879d462ea21ee3069d6f3.jpg)


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 24, 2019, 06:39:18 PM
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on April 24, 2019, 09:38:28 PM
These are addicting. Had to try an Eiger in aluminium.
(https://i.imgur.com/bG4TevBl.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 24, 2019, 10:34:43 PM
These are addicting. Had to try an Eiger in aluminium.
(https://i.imgur.com/bG4TevBl.jpg)

Man you have got it bad! :drink:

You need to try one of the bigger ones now!

That will fix things. :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on April 25, 2019, 05:19:16 PM
Man you have got it bad! :drink:

You need to try one of the bigger ones now!

That will fix things. :facepalm:

Been thinking about the Logan 17500 just for the versatility
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on April 25, 2019, 06:52:27 PM
Just got another Lumintop EDC05... This time, the NW version... no pics at the moment...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on May 03, 2019, 06:28:55 AM
Malkoff Hound Dog came in yesterday.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190503/b3af5a7f2d3111bcf8837f921fdcc266.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Awesom-0 on May 03, 2019, 05:28:55 PM
My latest is a Fenix TK-47. Love it and the little lantern on the end. Well except for that time I was out at night and seen a mountain lion in the brush 10 feet away. I could of been happier not seeing those huge eyes glowing and blinking.  :ahhh

Glad the dog was with me, his hair was standing straight up hah. Out here in the country I learned when it comes around and gets close. Can hear people's dogs start barking a mile away then a different set will go crazy and so on as it moves around. Way different than when they are barking at deer, they go bonkers.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on May 05, 2019, 08:11:24 PM
Hey Awesom-0 :waving: great to see you :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Awesom-0 on May 05, 2019, 09:20:47 PM
Hey Awesom-0 :waving: great to see you :tu: :cheers:

Heya, thank you. It's been a while, not much different other than one new knife I think hah.

Been remodeling my Mom's house slowly and regular work fixing junk. Might have to post some pics of the 69 Mach 1 I'm helping restore if he ever decides on a engine and front suspension. It had been sitting for a decade, so a long ways to go.

It's good to be back in such a friendly place. Maybe post some pics of things I've made out osage orange/bodark/horse apple I dried out but not sure if pipes are allowed on here hah. It's legal here but I'm open to making some scales if anyone is interested. I usually just finish them in linseed oil and some beeswax.

I need to cut some more to start the long process of drying but have enough for a decent amount already.

Got time for some hobbies now  :D Just trying to get caught up and maybe get some quality steel blanks to make some examples or just keep making pipes  :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on May 09, 2019, 09:24:11 PM
OK. Only 2 more (plus a head).
Just got 'em. My new Peak Eiger AAA Mules in raw Aluminum with matching heads. I also managed to find some Nichia 219bs for Peak to install for me.
One is single mode level 4 output and the other is QTC full output.
Also had them build another SS head level 4 output for my SS single mode (in the pic)
Pictured next to the SS Mule which is on the left.
All I can say is WOW.
(https://i.imgur.com/A38B8mil.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on May 10, 2019, 04:59:20 AM
Jetbeam RRT01vn
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190510/d60e5a8cb89985b0ca254a322843a3e0.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on May 12, 2019, 06:31:42 PM
An Xtar WK21 Meteor...(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190512/ed0167b13971b40e9b4771df632043ab.jpg)


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on May 13, 2019, 12:13:22 PM
Great pics of some very cool looking lights William, Sos and jaya 8) :like:

and Awesome-0 if you are worried about posting something that you are questionable about, just run it by a mod first :salute: Most stuff is acceptable though :cheers:
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on May 13, 2019, 09:44:34 PM
Well here is my new Nitecore TIP2 and this is how it looked a few hours ago when I got it AND how it looks again now as I prepare to return it already.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190513/217ec3282fdcddfcac9051c4d35b1735.jpg)

Really sweet upgrade to the TIP ALMOST?

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190513/e0ed4d6908f4dacec6baf6e9d98f42bd.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190513/7e1cf4ebf08e9c21bd033ab696ab1120.jpg)

There is no Lockout at all on the new version and I am sure that it will turn on in pocket and try to burn my Junk down just like every other Keychain light that I have ever tried that has a switch does!

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190513/7311aaae37a640f46e6dfbfa9df22755.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190513/d33329912111f27e458d42e5d8575832.jpg)

What on Earth are they thinking when they design this junk?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on May 14, 2019, 03:59:22 AM
Tip and Tini work better on a neck lanyard...both have been in my sweatshirt pocket and got activated by keys, Mostly use twistys on key ring, never had an issue with that type.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on May 14, 2019, 01:00:43 PM
Sorry to hear that the Tip had such a disappointing design change, ez :-\ Maybe they will fix this in a later version :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on May 14, 2019, 01:22:22 PM
Sorry to hear that the Tip had such a disappointing design change, ez :-\ Maybe they will fix this in a later version :salute:

Maybe but when I called them to find out for certain that I was correct about this the person I spoke to could not really even grasp the problem in any way and did not accept it at all?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on May 14, 2019, 01:24:45 PM
Tip and Tini work better on a neck lanyard...both have been in my sweatshirt pocket and got activated by keys, Mostly use twistys on key ring, never had an issue with that type.

I can not imagine myself using a Neck Lanyard ever but I am left using Twisty lights in pocket mostly too.

I have had them turn on though and become a Nut Roaster too though exactly like every other light I have tried on a Keychain so evidently I am just not supposed to carry a light with my keys at all?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on May 14, 2019, 11:09:14 PM
I only use the neck lanyard when I’m home, keeps your hands free
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on June 01, 2019, 10:44:09 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190601/a64cd0e24a320a63a9af6c02774f2210.jpg)

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on June 11, 2019, 11:53:05 PM
This year I only bought two lights but I'm trying to fix it :-) (a third light is on the way)

I bought a beautiful Zebralight H604c, I was very undecided between H604w (XHP35 led) H604c and H604d (XHP50.2 Hi Cri led)
I chose the Hi Cri warm tint (4000 K)  and the result has exceeded expectations, I have the old H602w and H603w models but this H604c is superior to all as tint and power

Even the Convoy M2 (XM-L2 LED) was a good buy, it is cheap and I received a nice warm color on this (4000 K)
I have many Convoy C8s with different LEDs and colors but I wanted something more compact and that gave me a slightly wider beam (losing a bit of launch) the M2 was the right choice.
A version of the M2 with XP-L HI LED is also available, maybe in the future I also try that.

(http://i68.tinypic.com/2506xqg.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dan B on June 12, 2019, 03:52:48 AM
That's awesome. I love a high CRI, especially on headlamps and lanterns!

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on June 12, 2019, 07:29:45 AM
That's awesome. I love a high CRI, especially on headlamps and lanterns!

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Thanks Dan
If the CRI is high (at least 90/93) the difference is very visible !
If it is 80+ or 85 almost no difference is visible and brightness is lost without anything in return.
In the past with a Zebralight H600Fc MKIII (XM-L2 EasyWhite) the CRI was only 80-85 and I saw very little difference having then "only" 800 lumens.

In this case (H604c) the CRI is high and thanks to the type of led the power remains very high.
I'm really impressed with this headlamp
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on June 13, 2019, 11:09:56 PM
That's awesome. I love a high CRI, especially on headlamps and lanterns!

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Yes, even on lanterns it can be a good thing but I still have none of them.
I only have one Fenix CL25R it has a nice neutral tint but it is not Hi Cri.
I would still like to buy the new model CL26R or CL23, the Fenix lanterns are good
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on June 19, 2019, 11:49:59 PM
$20 at Home Depot!
2aa,300l for 5 hours & 100l for 16 hours claimed.
Gnarly Clip that rotates and Magnets on 2 sides.
Milwaukee True Color or whatever they call it warm emitters.

Seems like a lot of light for the price to me!

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: smiller43147 on June 20, 2019, 07:03:15 PM
Came in the mail today: OLight i1R EOS
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: cody6268 on June 20, 2019, 07:06:17 PM
Came in the mail today: OLight i1R EOS

 :like:  And they are TINY! I got one of the first they made, when they were giving them away with any order, I guess just to see how they would hold up. It stays on my keys as a backup. I like that it can recharge using a Micro USB; which pretty much all cellphones have used for many years.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on June 21, 2019, 02:08:47 PM
I received a Convoy S2 + driver * 8 with color 7A (3000/3200 K) and a Zebralight SC600w MKIV.
Unfortunately the tint color of Zebra disappointed me and I returned the light.

I am consoled with the Convoy, it is the second example with tint 7A and I must say that this time I received a warmer tint than the previous one, it is spectacular on the red and brown colors.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on July 20, 2019, 03:01:28 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190720/3bfeb2c225633ca98509f024f02bb4f2.jpg)


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stormdrane on July 20, 2019, 07:48:44 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/9ky5csE.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on July 20, 2019, 08:04:43 PM
Nice little light. I think it might make it into my rotation unless I can find a dedicated use for it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sawl Goodman on July 21, 2019, 06:05:35 AM
Tired of fussing with my phone, I wanted a keyring light to make the path to my house and the front door keyhole easier to find. A Lumintop EDC01 made its way here. It's a good size, has a very nice lens with an even beam spread and good width, and I like the spacing between modes.  :tu:

My only complaint is its OIL (Order of Illumination Levels :P - it sure ain't a gui!). I believe it's meant to be med-low-high, but mine is just about random. It does usually seem to remember the last mode used.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: cody6268 on July 25, 2019, 04:29:29 AM
Found these headlamps for a dollar a piece at Walmart. They are 20 lumens, and while made cheap, are halfway decent. They use CR2032 batteries, and the compartment is easily accessible.  Unfortunately, CR2032s are a bit pricey to get good ones (the ones included, surprisingly, are lithium). If they die, I guess just buy a new one; but I do have some plain CR2032s from the big assortments Harbor Freight sells.  One's in the car's first aid kit, the other in a kitchen drawer, this one's just sticking around whatever I need it for.

(https://i.imgur.com/O5cuLtI.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/DSA3LVt.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dan B on July 25, 2019, 10:02:08 AM
Those sound like great headlamps to give the kids when we go camping.  Tell up how they hold up long term.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on July 25, 2019, 10:13:17 AM
Emissar D4 v2
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190725/ce79e3fd0250c49ac7eb0d4a4af7589c.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SirVicaLot on July 28, 2019, 05:50:54 PM
Got a Lumintop AA light. Have used it a few times and so far I really like it  :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/JUjgdxJl.jpg)
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on July 29, 2019, 01:22:36 PM
Nice... :like:

Version 2.0?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dan B on July 29, 2019, 04:12:24 PM
Last week I got my $5 free Olight flashlight.  It's a tiny little critter, barely bigger than a AA battery. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190729/ee0066690d4a99af117097221cebbf6b.jpg)

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: smiller43147 on July 29, 2019, 08:59:30 PM
Last week I got my $5 free Olight flashlight.  It's a tiny little critter, barely bigger than a AA battery.
That's MSRP $9.95, please explain the "$5 free".
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dan B on July 29, 2019, 10:31:14 PM
They were giving them away to folks who sign up for their email list/rewards program. The shipping was $5. If you spent more money then they gave you a better (edit: more expensive) light.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SirVicaLot on July 30, 2019, 05:36:40 AM
Nice... :like:

Version 2.0?

Yepp, it is :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on August 02, 2019, 12:30:09 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190801/77f4b4c7bf6285c253759487df1fa67f.jpg)

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on August 02, 2019, 12:52:42 AM
Okay, a Fenix charger and 18650 batteries so, what's your latest flashlight brand? :whistle:
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on August 02, 2019, 12:56:30 AM
Okay, a Fenix charger and 18650 batteries so, what's your latest flashlight brand? :whistle:
BLF F3Wa ST-20 emitters!
Pretty nice little light!


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on August 02, 2019, 02:33:47 AM
BLF F3Wa ST-20 emitters!
Pretty nice little light!


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Cool!.. :tu: I thought it was the Emisar D4
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on August 02, 2019, 02:48:18 AM
Cool!.. :tu: I thought it was the Emisar D4
I can see the resemblance!

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190802/7bc6a5657783714498e4df1f6e57cf5b.jpg)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190802/8e76b68e30398f7f260378afedde79e7.jpg)

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on August 12, 2019, 06:30:56 PM
Got a Mini Maglite Led last friday, sent by our friend Blackbeard:

 :mail:

(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=82043.0;attach=445940;image)

(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=82043.0;attach=445942;image)

(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=82043.0;attach=445944;image)

(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=82043.0;attach=445946;image)

It's awlready in my EDC, as a backup for my Nitecore Tube.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SirVicaLot on August 13, 2019, 04:35:57 AM
Nice one!  :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on August 13, 2019, 09:55:07 AM
BLF F3Wa ST-20 emitters!
Pretty nice little light!


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I just recently received the same light.  I like the SST-20 emitter as well. 

I also got a Lumitop EDC01 to try out on my keychain.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190813/14c46b5a7a10cb3a6534764daac68f34.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on August 13, 2019, 02:26:45 PM
I just recently received the same light.  I like the SST-20 emitter as well. 

I also got a Lumitop EDC01 to try out on my keychain.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190813/14c46b5a7a10cb3a6534764daac68f34.jpg)

 :iagree:

I just ordered a few more of them in different emitters to try and give to friends........though I am somewhat scared that they might burn their junk off too? :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on August 13, 2019, 09:41:26 PM
:iagree:

I just ordered a few more of them in different emitters to try and give to friends........though I am somewhat scared that they might burn their junk off too? :facepalm:

They do get hot just like the Emissars.  If I was going to o give away, I would adjust the temperature setting prior so they ramped down before getting as hot.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on August 13, 2019, 09:45:53 PM
They can get hot, just like Emissars.  If I was going to give any as gifts, I would adjust the temperature setting so it ramps down earlier to avoid getting as hot.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on August 14, 2019, 08:45:23 AM
I think I read on BLF, you can set it to "muggle" mode so if you give one to someone and not worry they will burst into flames  :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on August 14, 2019, 01:16:55 PM
I think I read on BLF, you can set it to "muggle" mode so if you give one to someone and not worry they will burst into flames  :rofl:

You can but where is the fun in that? :dunno: :think: :drink:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on August 14, 2019, 04:43:38 PM
Nice one!  :like:

It is. Great light, with large flood. It's super lightweight and just disappears in my shoulder bag, until I need it.

 :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on August 15, 2019, 12:44:39 AM
You can but where is the fun in that? :dunno: :think: :drink:

 :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sawl Goodman on August 15, 2019, 09:40:10 AM
I just recently received the same light.  I like the SST-20 emitter as well. 

I also got a Lumitop EDC01 to try out on my keychain.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190813/14c46b5a7a10cb3a6534764daac68f34.jpg)

How do you find the EDC01? I've really happy with mine. Would buy again. :tu:
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on August 15, 2019, 10:09:30 AM
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on August 15, 2019, 10:11:28 AM
How do you find the EDC01? I've really happy with mine. Would buy again. :tu:

So far I am really liking it.  Up until this light, the Fenix E05 has been my favorite AAA.  From initial impressions, I am preferring the EDC01.  It has a wider beam that is more neutral tint with better color rendering.  I also like that the EDC01 has a brighter high as well as a lower low.  Both the EDC01 and the E05 can be turned on/off one handed, but the EDC01 seems easier.  The only big question is durability, which I cannot judge yet.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mpelleti on September 01, 2019, 08:03:33 PM
 :like: I have the same light,  bought it when they first came out.  Run mine on 14500’s,  insanely bright on high for a light that disappears in your pocket.  Really impressed,  and there isn’t one scratch in the finish after 10 months in my pockets!
Just received the Lumintop Tool AA 2.0.  I'm quite impressed so far.  I have a lot of AA cells and wanted another AA light just because.  My bang around light is a Thrunite T10 which has served me very well now for years.  I have the 2014 T10 (xp-g2) metal tail switch and screwed on pocket clip version.  It has performed very well and continues to do so.  Thrunite has had several updated versions of the T10 since (2014) I just never picked up a newer one. 

The Tool AA 2.0 runs either 14500 or AA cells something I appreciate. I didn't include alkaline cells as I don't use them.  The spacing is nice and what I really like is its quite floody.  I tried it with a 14500 cell and wow.  I will stick to NiMh Eneloops tho since I have quite a few of them.  Not a bad light for about $15US.  Oh, I also very much like the diffuser cap that comes with the light.  Its GITD and is much nicer than the plastic cone one I got with my T10.  It fits my S1R with a little nudge so thats neat.   
[Ni-MH]
Low: 3.7 lumens (60 hours)
Medium: 28 lumens (12.5 hours)
High: 140 lumens (2.5 hours)
Turbo: 270 lumens (43 mins)
Strobe: 140 lumens

[14500]
Low: 16 lumens (37 hours)
Medium: 85 lumens (6h 9 mins)
High: 360 lumens (1h 19 mins)
Turbo: 650 lumens (33 mins)
Strobe: 360 lumens

 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on October 02, 2019, 10:49:12 PM
Fenix TK22 v2, arriving tomorrow.

First new light in 2 years.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Hood3dvillain on October 04, 2019, 08:46:33 PM
Bought myself this little guy, very bright and packs a great punch for its size..!!!

FiTorch P25.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191004/85fa04e9becc4f8e3afaacc28598a77e.jpg)

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: SirVicaLot on October 05, 2019, 03:51:00 AM
Nice torches, guys!  :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on October 20, 2019, 04:53:13 AM
Big Larry. Coworker bought 10 of them at a local store for $6 each and gifted me one. This thing is awesome! I’d watched reviews in the past, but never pulled the trigger.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gerleatherberman on October 20, 2019, 05:10:23 AM
Nice lights, Hood3dvillain and Roc!

Big fan of the Larry Lights myself, Roc. I keep the smaller version on my work bench full time!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gerleatherberman on October 20, 2019, 05:13:50 AM
Here are some of my latest flashlights. All Walleye(convex/bubble/bullseye/etc) lens lights.

Left to right.
1913 Eveready 2xC cell.
1914 Eveready 2xC cell.
1918 Eveready Daylo 2xD cell.
1924 Bond Right Angle 2xD cell.
1925 Eveready 2xC cell.

(https://i.imgur.com/A3cdSea.jpg)

Edit* Accidentally put C cell for two lights that are D cell
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on October 20, 2019, 05:22:00 AM
Here are some of my latest flashlights. All Walleye(convex/bubble/bullseye/etc) lens lights.

Left to right.
1913 Eveready 2xC cell.
1914 Eveready 2xC cell.
1918 Eveready Daylo 2xC cell.
1924 Bond Right Angle 2xC cell.
1925 Eveready 2xC cell.

(https://i.imgur.com/A3cdSea.jpg)

That right angle though... :o
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gerleatherberman on October 20, 2019, 05:24:42 AM
Thank you, Roc! :cheers:

It has already been outfitted with an LED bulb and Lithium batteries.  :D

(https://i.imgur.com/OoraodG.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/q73y1w7.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/wNTZ3vl.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/u09b2TK.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on October 20, 2019, 05:28:33 AM
Thank you, Roc! :cheers:

It has already been outfitted with an LED bulb and Lithium batteries.  :D

(https://i.imgur.com/OoraodG.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/q73y1w7.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/wNTZ3vl.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/u09b2TK.jpg)

That is awesome! It’s nice to see a piece of art like that get new life.   :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gerleatherberman on October 20, 2019, 05:35:12 AM
That is awesome! It’s nice to see a piece of art like that get new life.   :like:
Thank you, Roc! :cheers:

Gotta love Amazon for having the tiny screw in LED bulbs and D-cell to AA cartridge adaptors. :woohoo:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on October 20, 2019, 05:42:41 AM
Thank you, Roc! :cheers:

Gotta love Amazon for having the tiny screw in LED bulbs and D-cell to AA cartridge adaptors. :woohoo:

And guys like you that see the beauty in these lights and put in the effort to reinvigorate them.  :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gerleatherberman on October 20, 2019, 06:57:21 AM
And guys like you that see the beauty in these lights and put in the effort to reinvigorate them.  :salute:
Many thanks for the kind words, Roc!  :salute:

I believe the original designers and engineers would appreciate their creations being used 100+/- years after they were made.  :)

(https://i.imgur.com/lCYSSaY.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on October 20, 2019, 02:26:07 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/lyYHSov.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/08y8STo.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on October 22, 2019, 03:20:35 AM
Here are some of my latest flashlights. All Walleye(convex/bubble/bullseye/etc) lens lights.

Left to right.
1913 Eveready 2xC cell.
1914 Eveready 2xC cell.
1918 Eveready Daylo 2xD cell.
1924 Bond Right Angle 2xD cell.
1925 Eveready 2xC cell.

(https://i.imgur.com/A3cdSea.jpg)

Edit* Accidentally put C cell for two lights that are D cell

 :like:

Now that’s just cool! Definitely not something you see everyday. The 1918 Daylo’s style really appeals to me.

Now I need another flashlight!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: cody6268 on October 22, 2019, 04:08:52 AM
Need to convert my Fulton over to LED. It's a good light, just too bulky and dim.   Oldest light we still use around here is my Granddad's Kohler cap lamp from the '70s; incandescent bulb and probably five-pound lead-acid battery. And instead of a small charger, it uses a specialized one the size of a toaster. Gotta fix that. May stick with the lead-acid battery due to the complicated nature of switching over from it, but will definitely convert to LED.  The new ones are LED; some models don't even need a battery pack at all (they just snap on to the hard hat); while those that still have a cord and pack have a battery pack just slightly bigger than a pack of cigarettes.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on October 25, 2019, 01:57:56 PM
Thrunite T1 - A review will be coming later today.

(https://i.imgur.com/oYDHTCz.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on October 25, 2019, 10:39:58 PM
 :popcorn:
Thrunite T1 - A review will be coming later today.

(https://i.imgur.com/oYDHTCz.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on October 29, 2019, 08:57:33 PM
Decided to try something different so I ordered a FreLux Synergy1. Very nice quality side-by-side AAA and made in the US.
It is also modular so you can mix and match body parts (that didn't sound right). I got a standard clip and end nut along with gold.
(https://i.imgur.com/vgWGmwGl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/938IKoRl.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on October 29, 2019, 10:14:39 PM
A Niteye Mini1 for my keychain.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191029/181442e9859e0e984007d2e808f71b50.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on October 29, 2019, 10:42:26 PM
I have been enjoying the heck out of the Thrunite T1 (see my mini review). I have a Rovyvon A2 keychain light (puts out a whopping 650 lumens!) on the way and ordered and mid range thrower...Astrolux FT03. I will probably post some threads on these different lights and my impression of them.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on October 31, 2019, 09:25:48 PM
JetBeam RRT-01 arrived.
(https://i.imgur.com/MjXF8R2l.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on October 31, 2019, 10:19:57 PM
JetBeam RRT-01 arrived.
(https://i.imgur.com/MjXF8R2l.jpg?1)

Nice. I saw your pic over on BLF. I had one Jetbeam but I ended up giving to my mother so she cold keep a light in her purse. The throw the RRT has is impressive for a light of that size.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on October 31, 2019, 10:45:01 PM
JetBeam RRT-01 arrived.
(https://i.imgur.com/MjXF8R2l.jpg?1)

Big fan of lights with intensity rings. How do you like it so far?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on November 01, 2019, 01:42:30 AM
Decided to try something different so I ordered a FreLux Synergy1. Very nice quality side-by-side AAA and made in the US.
It is also modular so you can mix and match body parts (that didn't sound right). I got a standard clip and end nut along with gold.
(https://i.imgur.com/vgWGmwGl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/938IKoRl.jpg?1)

That’s a cool light. I had never heard of it so just spent some time watching a few reviews. Seems pretty unique and well made  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on November 01, 2019, 04:29:54 PM
The JetBeam is a pleasure to use. It go so low that you can't tell it is on (maybe it isn't). Great for late night "trips". Seems to be well made. I had the original version but the ring was too easy to move so I sold it. This one is prefect: nice detent for off. Beam seems to be acceptable for me.
The Synergy! is a neat light. I have gotten to really like the side-by-side AAA design (have an AceBeam UC15 also). It feels like it belongs in the hand with a very intuitive grip. Not a real barnburner in output but I really like it. A modular design so you can mix and match colors. Also made in the US. Really gotta stop buying lights. Don't really even use them very much.
(https://i.imgur.com/cmdcADXl.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 02, 2019, 12:23:29 AM
FW3A. Lucked out and got one that isn’t buggy.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on November 08, 2019, 01:20:54 AM
A stupidly cheap light from amazon

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191108/066be6e91e022fc264d47563be5480bb.jpg)

But as it’s UV. Makes watches do this

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191108/444ec442eb113370c374b0368562cb0d.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 08, 2019, 01:36:58 AM
A stupidly cheap light from amazon

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191108/066be6e91e022fc264d47563be5480bb.jpg)

But as it’s UV. Makes watches do this

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191108/444ec442eb113370c374b0368562cb0d.jpg)

So...smurfs and giggles then? I’d do the same if I owned that watch.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Smashie on November 08, 2019, 02:03:52 AM
So...smurfs and giggles then? I’d do the same if I owned that watch.

It’s great.  Also good for checking bank notes. Just don’t ever use one in a hotel :sa: :dwts:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 08, 2019, 02:07:11 AM
It’s great.  Also good for checking bank notes. Just don’t ever use one in a hotel :sa: :dwts:
Agreed. I’m more worried about bed bugs in a hotel room though.  :mn:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Archibald Tuttle on November 08, 2019, 02:34:34 PM
 :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 08, 2019, 05:25:05 PM
:cheers:

I’ve been thinking about getting the 18350 tube for my FW3A. What battery do you run in yours? The stainless bezel looks great by the way.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 08, 2019, 07:58:31 PM
JetBeam RRT-01 arrived.
(https://i.imgur.com/MjXF8R2l.jpg?1)

Nice choice.  I like mine and think it is a nice quality light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on November 08, 2019, 10:14:15 PM
Nice choice.  I like mine and think it is a nice quality light.

I heard the moonlight was incredibly low on these?
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 08, 2019, 10:53:16 PM
I heard the moonlight was incredibly low on these?

Yes it is.  The brightness range is one of the things that makes it so nice.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 08, 2019, 11:12:57 PM
I heard the moonlight was incredibly low on these?

One of the things I really like about my Thrunite T1 is that moonlight mode that allows me to navigate or read, yet can sustain that light for 14 days!

I need to take a bunch of pics. I have been adding a lot of lights lately.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 08, 2019, 11:47:14 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/3DQkcfk.jpg?1)

L to R

Astrolux FT03, Convoy C8+, Sofirn SP31 V 2.0, Thrunite T1, Notecore TUP, Sofirn SP10, Olight I3T, Maratac AAA, Olight I3E, Rovyvon A2, Olight I1R

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 08, 2019, 11:50:47 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/3DQkcfk.jpg?1)

L to R

Astrolux FT03, Convoy C8+, Sofirn SP31 V 2.0, Thrunite T1, Notecore TUP, Sofirn SP10, Olight I3T, Maratac AAA, Olight I3E, Rovyvon A2, Olight I1R

That’s quiet a mass of lights. Are you on reddit?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 09, 2019, 12:22:10 AM
No. I frequent budgetlightforum.com a lot. I have always had an affinity for lights, but wanted to work on getting some very solid lights in different sizes and configurations. With this setup, I have a healthy supply of throwers, EDC lights and compact backup lights.

The UI that some of the lights provide is perfect. If I need to really throw a lot of light, I can...but on low mode I have enough light to last me for days. The two I am prone to carry most often is my beloved Thrunite T1 and the Sofirn SP31. I usually also carry my Olight I1R on a ball chain around my neck when outdoors.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 09, 2019, 12:38:10 AM
No. I frequent budgetlightforum.com a lot. I have always had an affinity for lights, but wanted to work on getting some very solid lights in different sizes and configurations. With this setup, I have a healthy supply of throwers, EDC lights and compact backup lights.

The UI that some of the lights provide is perfect. If I need to really throw a lot of light, I can...but on low mode I have enough light to last me for days. The two I am prone to carry most often is my beloved Thrunite T1 and the Sofirn SP31. I usually also carry my Olight I1R on a ball chain around my neck when outdoors.

That makes sense. I haven’t frequented CLF or BLF for years. I spent a small fortune on lights when I did. Reddit isn’t any better. I’m doomed to spend on lights. I’m in love with Andúril since I received my fw3a. It took a lot of practice, but I got it down. What is your favorite of the ones you bought and why? May I ask?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 09, 2019, 12:58:25 AM
That makes sense. I haven’t frequented CLF or BLF for years. I spent a small fortune on lights when I did. Reddit isn’t any better. I’m doomed to spend on lights. I’m in love with Andúril since I received my fw3a. It took a lot of practice, but I got it down. What is your favorite of the ones you bought and why? May I ask?

I often ask people the same thing. I am always looking for something a little better...a lot like the search for the perfect knife...besides, it's fun.

My favorite is my Thrunite T1 - Small and easy to carry, puts out 1500 lm on turbo and on moonlight I have enough light to move about or read...and it lasts around 2 weeks. And I love the UI. The ramping mode allows me to choose EXACTLY the light level I want. On top of that, it is mini usb rechargeable so I can plug it into my phone charger or my solar panels without having to carry too much extra equipment.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 09, 2019, 01:04:41 AM
After so much buzz..and seeing Matt Smith's video, I really think I need to get the FW3A. It just looks amazing. What are your thoughts so far? I agree, that UI is excellent...but heck, that is what happens when you actually listen to the flashlight community and give them something that fits their needs and wishes. These days, computer companies, car companies and just about everyone else seems to be stuck in the lab trying to figure out what people want...go out and ask!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 09, 2019, 01:15:08 AM
After so much buzz..and seeing Matt Smith's video, I really think I need to get the FW3A. It just looks amazing. What are your thoughts so far? I agree, that UI is excellent...but heck, that is what happens when you actually listen to the flashlight community and give them something that fits their needs and wishes. These days, computer companies, car companies and just about everyone else seems to be stuck in the lab trying to figure out what people want...go out and ask!

He is my go to for reviews. There was a lot of flak about the fw3a when it came out. I think they have solved the problems found upon initial release. I got mine from illumin.com and it is bug free. I love it. It has pretty much takin over my pocket. I still throw a different light in to mix it up, but I always wish I had the fw3a when it comes down to it. I went with the 219c 4K. I like a really warm light though.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on November 09, 2019, 01:52:36 AM
After so much buzz..and seeing Matt Smith's video, I really think I need to get the FW3A. It just looks amazing. What are your thoughts so far? I agree, that UI is excellent...but heck, that is what happens when you actually listen to the flashlight community and give them something that fits their needs and wishes. These days, computer companies, car companies and just about everyone else seems to be stuck in the lab trying to figure out what people want...go out and ask!

I would take a good hard look at the Emisar too before deciding,it is an amazing light as well and very similar.
Or get both as is the way of the nerd!

I have no regrets.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 09, 2019, 01:56:20 AM
I would take a good hard look at the Emisar too before deciding,it is an amazing light as well and very similar.
Or get both as is the way of the nerd!

I have no regrets.

Damn it man...you need to quit enabling.  :D
Next on my list. Which one do you have?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 09, 2019, 01:59:20 AM
I’ve also thought about the D4S, but I don’t think that’s very pocketable.
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 09, 2019, 02:04:52 AM
Damn it man...you need to quit enabling.  :D
Next on my list. Which one do you have?

The Emissar D4 v2 is a nice light and very comparable to the FW3A. 

I admit I went the more expensive route and actually purchased mine through SkyLumen with upgraded throw optics and emitter which make it amazing imho. 
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191109/b90bc02b14df6b8cbd8dc9913a6a370c.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 09, 2019, 02:11:10 AM
The Emissar D4 v2 is a nice light and very comparable to the FW3A. 

I admit I went the more expensive route and actually purchased mine through SkyLumen with upgraded throw optics which make it amazing imho.

Is the side switch deep enough that it doesn’t come on in your pocket? That’s my only reservation. If it’s deep like a ZL, then I’ll probably pull the trigger.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 09, 2019, 02:20:09 AM
My other fave...the Sofirn SP31 has surprised me a lot too. GREAT throw and it has a two switch system. I thought the tail switch and side switch configuration would be offputting, but I actually love it. The low mode gives me days of light and turbo will really reach out and touch some distance! All in a package that is easy to carry.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 09, 2019, 02:28:52 AM
Is the side switch deep enough that it doesn’t come on in your pocket? That’s my only reservation. If it’s deep like a ZL, then I’ll probably pull the trigger.

The side switch is recessed some and does not stick out, but not as much as some lights I’ve seen. I do not have a Zebralight to compare to.  I have never had an issue but admittedly I have not pocket carried it as much as some others.
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 09, 2019, 02:30:30 AM
The side switch is recessed some and does not stick out, but not as much as some lights I’ve seen. I do not have a Zebralight to compare to.  I have never had an issue but admittedly I have not pocket carried it as much as some others.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191109/8ccdc8587ffcd89bee1e771233e7ae46.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191109/2b5af8419e3e28d558008c565321ead7.jpg)

I see an option for a raised switch retaining ring. Any idea what that means?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 09, 2019, 02:33:59 AM
That switch does look recessed well. Let me tell ya, if that comes on in your pocket, you are gonna feel it quick!

A guy on blf made the comment that I added a lot of lights fast. Yep, I am testing the heck out of them...love having a tool available for whatever job I need done!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 09, 2019, 02:37:46 AM
I see an option for a raised switch retaining ring. Any idea what that means?

No I do not.  Maybe contact the seller, they should be able to answer.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 09, 2019, 02:38:11 AM
The switch looks recessed like a ZL. Mine has never come on in my pocket. I’m just trying to decide if I should go for a SST20 or just go for maximum brightness. Gotta be honest, this will just be a show toy. Any suggestions?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 09, 2019, 02:47:20 AM
The switch looks recessed like a ZL. Mine has never come on in my pocket. I’m just trying to decide if I should go for a SST20 or just go for maximum brightness. Gotta be honest, this will just be a show toy. Any suggestions?

Floody or throw?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 09, 2019, 02:51:01 AM
Throw for this one. Looks like it comes with a throw optic. Gonna go with a SST20 6500K. Found out the raised switch puts a round of stainless around the switch. Gonna get it, cause I like not catching fire.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 09, 2019, 02:59:12 AM
I gotta say, the surprise for me was getting my Convoy C8+. The throw this light has is amazing and it is super portable. It is easy to throw in a jacket pocket or my back pocket when I go out at night on a walk.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on November 09, 2019, 02:59:18 AM
They are almost the same size with the Emisar being more steadily round where the F3 dips in a little in the middle but I consider them to carry about the same for me.

I ALWAYS turn them slightly apart to mechanical lockout no matter what and then they will not turn on in pocket ever,no matter what!
Guess why?

It takes less time than the clicky lockout in my book and I do not trust any way but this way to keep the nuts intact!

I have both in 219 and SStT and can not decide which I prefer honestly,they are both perfect for me,really and the SST was the biggest surprise for sure,I love them.

I always wear Carpenter Jeans during the day and the light goes into the left side pocket where the carpenters rule would go while my ZL SC64w is clipped inside my main right pocket where it has turned on by itself maybe twice in the 8 years or so that I have carried Zebralights there every single day!

The secondary emitters in the Emisar need to be experienced to really understand,they are pretty impressive and though I thought it would just be a gimmick it has turned out to be pretty useful for me instead.

They are both great lights and either will make you happy but both......well you know. :dunno:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on November 09, 2019, 03:00:33 AM
I gotta say, the surprise for me was getting my Convoy C8+. The throw this light has is amazing and it is super portable. It is easy to throw in a jacket pocket or my back pocket when I go out at night on a walk.

I agree completely,I am not sure there is another light on the market that good for the price,except maybe the S2+ of course!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 09, 2019, 03:04:03 AM
Carpenter pants. Uhhh...heck yeah, I need to upgrade my wardrobe. I have gotten to the point where my light is as important to carry as my knife. Carpenter pants would be perfect.

When out in the woods, I like to wear a photographer's vest. The vast amount of pockets lets me carry EVERYTHING I need.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 09, 2019, 03:06:02 AM
They are almost the same size with the Emisar being more steadily round where the F3 dips in a little in the middle but I consider them to carry about the same for me.

I ALWAYS turn them slightly apart to mechanical lockout no matter what and then they will not turn on in pocket ever,no matter what!
Guess why?

It takes less time than the clicky lockout in my book and I do not trust any way but this way to keep the nuts intact!

I have both in 219 and SStT and can not decide which I prefer honestly,they are both perfect for me,really and the SST was the biggest surprise for sure,I love them.

I always wear Carpenter Jeans during the day and the light goes into the left side pocket where the carpenters rule would go while my ZL SC64w is clipped inside my main right pocket where it has turned on by itself maybe twice in the 8 years or so that I have carried Zebralights there every single day!

The secondary emitters in the Emisar need to be experienced to really understand,they are pretty impressive and though I thought it would just be a gimmick it has turned out to be pretty useful for me instead.

They are both great lights and either will make you happy but both......well you know. :dunno:

And now the wait.  :dunno:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 09, 2019, 03:23:21 AM
Thanks for the help ez and Sos. I appreciate hearing your opinions. I’ll post up when the light arrives in a few weeks or so.  :-\
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on November 09, 2019, 03:24:02 AM
Carpenter pants. Uhhh...heck yeah, I need to upgrade my wardrobe. I have gotten to the point where my light is as important to carry as my knife. Carpenter pants would be perfect.

When out in the woods, I like to wear a photographer's vest. The vast amount of pockets lets me carry EVERYTHING I need.

I am a LV Electrical Contractor so I carry tools all the time and lights are part of that as I am always in and out of the dark and often it would be life threatening without redundant and plentiful light.

So many years ago now I decided to try the Carhart pants and have not taken them off since!
I can carry a set of Diagonals,Flex Strippers a knife and marker in the other side sleeve pocket and a screwdriver in the back.

Many times I can get by with that and my Skinth with its Centerdrive or Spirit X based kit and a few more smaller lights on the belt.

I would rather have too many lights and not need them,know what I mean?

Good Times!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on November 09, 2019, 03:24:45 AM
Thanks for the help ez and Sos. I appreciate hearing your opinions. I’ll post up when the light arrives in a few weeks or so.  :-\

You better! :like: :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 09, 2019, 03:27:51 AM
For sure. Thanks to you too Spud. I’m gonna look into the Convoys next.  :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 09, 2019, 03:51:27 AM
I agree completely,I am not sure there is another light on the market that good for the price,except maybe the S2+ of course!

The S2+ is another nice light, especially for the price.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 09, 2019, 03:57:59 AM
The S2+ is another nice light, especially for the price.

You guys need to stop!  :cry: 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 09, 2019, 04:03:00 AM
Sadly, I have a Lumintop BLF GT on the way. THAT was a few bucks!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 09, 2019, 04:10:51 AM
We should get together to burn our money. Pretty sure we could heat a small house.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 09, 2019, 04:22:41 AM
You guys need to stop!  :cry:

 :whistle:
But...I haven’t even mentioned my favorite light
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 09, 2019, 04:26:27 AM
Acebean W30?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 09, 2019, 04:27:36 AM
:whistle:
But...I haven’t even mentioned my favorite light
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Ohh... I know your go to was the rotary. I had an HD over a decade ago. Beautiful light. Don’t even remember what one I had. Wish I never sold it though. Jealous.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 09, 2019, 04:27:55 AM
We should get together to burn our money. Pretty sure we could heat a small house.

You could probably use a FW3A or Emissar D4 to light it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 09, 2019, 04:32:58 AM
You could probably use a FW3A or Emissar D4 to light it.

Tried and proven with mine. Pretty sure I’m an idiot.  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 09, 2019, 04:35:30 AM
We all have a bunch of different lights. We should save money and just pass them around. Every time we get to that point where we feel we need a new light, we just trade. It would fool us into thinking we spent our money.  :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 09, 2019, 04:39:13 AM
We all have a bunch of different lights. We should save money and just pass them around. Every time we get to that point where we feel we need a new light, we just trade. It would fool us into thinking we spent our money.  :rofl:

I like the idea, but Sos and Ez are on another level than us.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dan B on November 09, 2019, 01:56:02 PM
We all have a bunch of different lights. We should save money and just pass them around. Every time we get to that point where we feel we need a new light, we just trade. It would fool us into thinking we spent our money.  :rofl:
Haha! That's actually a pretty good idea for some of us.

Sent from my G8441 using Tapatalk

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 09, 2019, 02:13:57 PM
I thought maybe a "try before you buy" program between friends would be nice. I know I am very happy with some of the lights I have gotten and wouldn't mind letting others see if it something they might like as well. Just a thought.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 09, 2019, 02:22:43 PM
I think this is the most action this thread has seen in a while. Someone else buy something to keep it going.  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 09, 2019, 02:24:19 PM
I think this is the most action this thread has seen in a while. Someone else buy something to keep it going.  :D

I got my BLF GT on the way. Very interested in the new M2R Warrior Pro too. Anyone drop the hammer on one?
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on November 09, 2019, 03:55:35 PM
:whistle:
But...I haven’t even mentioned my favorite light
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I love mine for sure but I have to wonder if they worth more than 20 of these?!?

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 09, 2019, 07:10:33 PM
Does anyone have a breakdown of runtimes for the FW3A? I can't seem to find anything solid. When it comes to my EDC lights, I certainly want to be able to light up some real estate if needed, and I want a UI that gives me plenty of meaningful options, but a low or moonlight mode with a long runtime is important too.

One of the things I love about my favorite lights (Thrunite T1 and Sofirn SP31) is their ability to last for weeks if need be.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on November 09, 2019, 07:15:20 PM
I picked up a similar cheap one from harbor freight tools a year or so ago. Works well for spotting if an instrument has had any over spray or other finish work done.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 09, 2019, 07:36:33 PM
Does anyone have a breakdown of runtimes for the FW3A? I can't seem to find anything solid. When it comes to my EDC lights, I certainly want to be able to light up some real estate if needed, and I want a UI that gives me plenty of meaningful options, but a low or moonlight mode with a long runtime is important too.

One of the things I love about my favorite lights (Thrunite T1 and Sofirn SP31) is their ability to last for weeks if need be.

There are too many variables, but there is a thread on BLF that gives a rough estimate. Not sure if I’m allowed to post links to there, but just type in a google search.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on November 09, 2019, 09:35:04 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/3DQkcfk.jpg?1)

L to R

Astrolux FT03, Convoy C8+, Sofirn SP31 V 2.0, Thrunite T1, Notecore TUP, Sofirn SP10, Olight I3T, Maratac AAA, Olight I3E, Rovyvon A2, Olight I1R

How are you getting on with the Rovyvon A2?

Looking into getting a light for my keychain.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 09, 2019, 10:36:14 PM
How are you getting on with the Rovyvon A2?

Looking into getting a light for my keychain.

It puts out an incredible amount of light for such a small light. The A2 feels rock solid and being mini usb rechargeable is excellent.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 09, 2019, 10:54:17 PM
I love mine for sure but I have to wonder if they worth more than 20 of these?!?

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Having tried both, I would say yes for me and my uses.  However, I also know many people would say No
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on November 10, 2019, 12:16:31 AM
Having tried both, I would say yes for me and my uses.  However, I also know many people would say No

It does make it a little tricky though when thought about in this way doesn't it?

I carry the ZL SC64 all the time and could get at least 4 of them for the same money but luckily I am not in a spot where I have to choose right now either!

But the ZL sure carries for me a lot better for EDC too.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 10, 2019, 12:34:49 AM
The SC64 sure has a lot of light level options!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 10, 2019, 01:16:39 AM
The SC64 sure has a lot of light level options!

ZL’s are hard to beat. I have a SC52w L2 that has been a tank for years now. If I had to choose one light it would be a ZL. I’ve accidentally drop kicked mine a few times and it just keeps going. Hmm...guess I know what I’ll buy next, now that my car is paid off.
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 10, 2019, 05:18:38 AM
It does make it a little tricky though when thought about in this way doesn't it?

I carry the ZL SC64 all the time and could get at least 4 of them for the same money but luckily I am not in a spot where I have to choose right now either!

But the ZL sure carries for me a lot better for EDC too.

For me it doesn’t really.  Having spent a lot of time deployed on Navy ships, you couldn’t just go out and purchase a replacement if something failed and you had limited space.  I really came to appreciate quality products that I could rely on, especially on frequently used and primary edc.  If it is for home use or where I can easily access back-ups, then it isn’t as crucial and I am more willing to give items a chance.

Not all electronics can tolerate salt water, drops onto steel decks, extreme temperatures, etc.  I at least know from personal experience Surefire, Fenix, and HDS can.  I also know Maglite, Pelican, Nitecore, and some others I cannot remember have failed me under those conditions.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Thehunt on November 10, 2019, 07:35:08 AM
My newest one, the H1 Nova from Olight, very nice little light...
(https://abload.de/img/img_20191029_164218_8e9j2t.jpg) (https://abload.de/image.php?img=img_20191029_164218_8e9j2t.jpg)

(https://abload.de/img/img_20191109_205617_7vwjve.jpg) (https://abload.de/image.php?img=img_20191109_205617_7vwjve.jpg)

And perfect for my intended purposes as headlamp!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 10, 2019, 08:46:26 AM
My newest one, the H1 Nova from Olight, very nice little light...
(https://abload.de/img/img_20191029_164218_8e9j2t.jpg) (https://abload.de/image.php?img=img_20191029_164218_8e9j2t.jpg)

(https://abload.de/img/img_20191109_205617_7vwjve.jpg) (https://abload.de/image.php?img=img_20191109_205617_7vwjve.jpg)

And perfect for my intended purposes as headlamp!

Great choice.  I don’t use a headlamp often, but the H1 is my favorite.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on November 10, 2019, 10:01:33 AM
How are you getting on with the Rovyvon A2?

Looking into getting a light for my keychain.

I was using it on a neck lanyard, but I just put it on my keys today actually, battery had to be charged often on the neck/around the house duties, so I think it's better on keys for short bursts, but it's a pretty nice light. although I would wait to see if you can get it cheaper in the next few weeks.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on November 10, 2019, 02:47:22 PM
For me it doesn’t really.  Having spent a lot of time deployed on Navy ships, you couldn’t just go out and purchase a replacement if something failed and you had limited space.  I really came to appreciate quality products that I could rely on, especially on frequently used and primary edc.  If it is for home use or where I can easily access back-ups, then it isn’t as crucial and I am more willing to give items a chance.

Not all electronics can tolerate salt water, drops onto steel decks, extreme temperatures, etc.  I at least know from personal experience Surefire, Fenix, and HDS can.  I also know Maglite, Pelican, Nitecore, and some others I cannot remember have failed me under those conditions.

I hear you loud and clear and I have used the same 2 ZL in construction for about 8 years and abused them pretty thoroughly and with ZERO failure or issues of any kind.
Same as with SF and HDS for me.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 10, 2019, 02:53:29 PM
I was using it on a neck lanyard, but I just put it on my keys today actually, battery had to be charged often on the neck/around the house duties, so I think it's better on keys for short bursts, but it's a pretty nice light. although I would wait to see if you can get it cheaper in the next few weeks.

yeah, it uses some juice for sure. My neck light for a long time was the Olight I1R. On low, you have roughly 7 hours of light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 13, 2019, 01:36:41 AM
Not new, but went ahead and got a glow gasket for my FW3A. I have no real world need for it, but pretty to look at.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 13, 2019, 02:24:38 AM
This little guy arrived today.

(https://i.imgur.com/HqQkBAc.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 13, 2019, 02:28:45 AM
This little guy arrived today.

(https://i.imgur.com/HqQkBAc.jpg)

Good lord! What are you gonna use it for? Did you buy an extra table to keep it on?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 13, 2019, 02:34:23 AM
Would like to see some Beamshots of that beast by the way.  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 13, 2019, 02:45:11 AM
I am going to use it to light up the next town over during blackouts. That is the BLF GT. Supposed to be the most powerful thrower in production. Over 2500 meter beam distance.

I thought about putting a bat silhouette over the lens to scare the crap out of criminals.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 13, 2019, 02:49:05 AM
I am going to use it to light up the next town over during blackouts. That is the BLF GT. Supposed to be the most powerful thrower in production. Over 2500 meter beam distance.

I thought about putting a bat silhouette over the lens to scare the crap out of criminals.

Love it. Looks like it could light the moon at noon.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 13, 2019, 02:50:20 AM
https://youtu.be/LStmsIyGldA

It takes 8 18650 batteries at 3.7v each to run this puppy.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 13, 2019, 03:01:45 AM
https://youtu.be/LStmsIyGldA

It takes 8 18650 batteries at 3.7v each to run this puppy.

That’s insane! Wish it came with a deep carry clip though.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 13, 2019, 03:07:09 AM
I just throw it in my watch pocket.

lol. It came with its own little duffle bag to carry it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 13, 2019, 03:09:43 AM
I just throw it in my watch pocket.

lol. It came with its own little duffle bag to carry it.

That’s hilarious and awesome at the same time. I’d have to put it in my trunk to transport it. Your neighbors are gonna hate you.  :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gregozedobe on November 13, 2019, 04:00:48 AM
That’s hilarious and awesome at the same time. I’d have to put it in my trunk to transport it. Your neighbors are gonna hate you.  :rofl:

Not just the neighbours, reckon the people in the next county might feel a bit uncomfortable ....     :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 13, 2019, 04:01:19 AM
That’s insane! Wish it came with a deep carry clip though.

:agree: on the insane part.  As far as carrying, I would think you needed a wheelbarrow for carrying.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 13, 2019, 04:05:52 AM
:agree: on the insane part.  As far as carrying, I would think you needed a wheelbarrow for carrying.
Agreed. Just echoing what everyone says about every light/knife that doesn’t come with deep carry clip. Do they sell padded wheelbarrows?  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 13, 2019, 04:49:43 AM
It has a connection on bottom for a tripod or you can hook the shoulder strap to it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 13, 2019, 05:42:44 AM
It has a connection on bottom for a tripod or you can hook the shoulder strap to it.

You could hook a gun/weapon sling to it.  It could definitely be used as a weapon.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 13, 2019, 05:56:22 AM
You know you have a serious light when it says not to point at people or flammable objects.
(https://i.imgur.com/tD2ZEHz.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 17, 2019, 04:35:35 AM
Added a FourSevens Mini123
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Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on November 17, 2019, 03:36:40 PM
Added a FourSevens Mini123
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I really like mine! :like:

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 17, 2019, 08:46:24 PM
A very special thanks to Sherry (sos24) for my new FW3A!!!

(https://i.imgur.com/efQBDKs.jpg)

The Andruil UI in this light is wonderful. It is a very programmable UI that allows the user to control almost every aspect of how their light works...even down to temperature limits and the upper and lower ramping limits of light output. It seems a bit overwhelming at first, but after watching a short video, the setup worksheet became very understandable. I must confess, I spent a lot of time last night, sitting in my living room trying out different programming and features of this light. It was fun to see what all this light could do.

The light this puts out is very warm in tint. Much more than I am used to in an LED light. It is almost hard to imagine this IS an LED light when you see it. I stood on the balcony last night and lit up my SUV and motorcycle and it was kind of cool to see colors so well rendered...I have become quite used to the cooler LED tints.

At this point, my line up of lights is very comfortable to me. I have some wonderful EDC lights that I cannot imagine leaving the house without, so very respectable mid-range throwers, and my BLF GT for those nights when I would like to light up critters....in the next state over!

I am still in my light addiction phase and I think I am going to add some more EDC lights. My need for mid and long-range throwers is limited, but the EDC lights are a joy to have in my pocket. I think I want to add enough that I have one for each day of the week so I can rotate through them. As for some of the others...keep an eye on the sale forums as I may be putting some great deals out there soon on the lights that I am not putting into the rotation.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 17, 2019, 10:32:23 PM
I’m glad you like it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 17, 2019, 10:39:15 PM
Surprising amount of light for something so pocketable. Congrats!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 20, 2019, 08:16:37 PM
I REALLY need to get out into a huge open area to test out my BLF GT. Last night, me and a buddy decided to check out the throw on it as best we could so we shined it on the underside of the cloud cover!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on November 23, 2019, 12:27:56 PM
Nebo Leo work light  :woohoo:
I bought one or two (or three) of these, I told myself that they will be good for carrying around in my tool box  ::)
A bit dissapointed as the orange isnt as bright as I was hoping it would be and they feel a bit 'cheepy' but they are only 10 pounds each
Their add says it's an EDC but I think it's too long and a slightly chunky shape for good EDC  (taking three AAA's in length)
They do give a good amount of light and both modes are dimmable  :tu: 
And the magnet is good and strong  :cheers:

(https://i.imgur.com/DEhrfd2.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 23, 2019, 08:33:49 PM
Nebo Leo work light  :woohoo:
I bought one or two (or three) of these, I told myself that they will be good for carrying around in my tool box  ::)
A bit dissapointed as the orange isnt as bright as I was hoping it would be and they feel a bit 'cheepy' but they are only 10 pounds each
Their add says it's an EDC but I think it's too long and a slightly chunky shape for good EDC  (taking three AAA's in length)
They do give a good amount of light and both modes are dimmable  :tu: 
And the magnet is good and strong  :cheers:

(https://i.imgur.com/DEhrfd2.jpg)

Interesting design.  I bet it makes a good task light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sparky415 on November 23, 2019, 10:32:07 PM
Interesting design.  I bet it makes a good task light.
I'm thinking it will but I would say take a look at the Big Larry 2 as it looks like a better (but bigger) task light to me
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on November 23, 2019, 11:13:15 PM
Those Nebo Cobb lights have a terrible angry blue glaring beam I think.

I want to like them because they are cheap and feel tough but they just plain SUCK in my experience really all the way around!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 23, 2019, 11:41:22 PM
Those Nebo Cobb lights have a terrible angry blue glaring beam I think.

I want to like them because they are cheap and feel tough but they just plain SUCK in my experience really all the way around!

The blue would probably bother me.  I tend to prefer neutral to warm.   If it is cool of a light, especially blue, I can only ise for short bursts or it will bother me.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 24, 2019, 12:56:00 AM
The blue would probably bother me.  I tend to prefer neutral to warm.   If it is cool of a light, especially blue, I can only ise for short bursts or it will bother me.

Ugh, that blue tint. I had an LED lantern that put out that hue and using it for an extended amount of time about made me feel ill. I thought about cracking it open and putting some kind of amber transparent wrap inside just to change it up.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 24, 2019, 02:43:12 AM
I have the Big Larry and on high it is bothersome to my eyes. It is a very white light. On medium is doable for me. Great light otherwise.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 28, 2019, 12:05:52 AM
Good mail day. Finally.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stormdrane on November 28, 2019, 01:52:44 AM
 :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on November 28, 2019, 05:15:58 PM
Fenix e05
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 29, 2019, 02:42:32 AM
Treated myself to a couple of deals I could not really afford...but oh well...lol.

An Olight M2R Pro
(https://i.imgur.com/mHP2ezy.png)

And a Fenix Cerakote PD35TAC in yellow (favorite color)
(https://i.imgur.com/rwdtamb.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 29, 2019, 02:49:11 AM
Treated myself to a couple of deals I could not really afford...but oh well...lol.

An Olight M2R Pro
(https://i.imgur.com/mHP2ezy.png)

And a Fenix Cerakote PD35TAC in yellow (favorite color)
(https://i.imgur.com/rwdtamb.jpg)

Nice! Where did you order the Fenix from?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 29, 2019, 03:03:11 AM
Treated myself to a couple of deals I could not really afford...but oh well...lol.

An Olight M2R Pro
(https://i.imgur.com/mHP2ezy.png)

And a Fenix Cerakote PD35TAC in yellow (favorite color)
(https://i.imgur.com/rwdtamb.jpg)

Nice.  I’ve been thinking about getting a PD35, especially since they have a Gadsden one.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 29, 2019, 03:05:05 AM
Thinking about getting a D4S. Talk me out of it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on November 29, 2019, 03:23:42 AM
Thinking about getting a D4S. Talk me out of it.

Get one it is incredible and you will love it! :twak: :twak: :twak:

How was that,did you really think you could get away with that here? :rofl: :pok: :dunno:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 29, 2019, 03:24:26 AM
Nice! Where did you order the Fenix from?

https://www.fenix-store.com

They have a code for 25% off. It was a bit expensive, but I have been spying the yellow one for awhile.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 29, 2019, 03:32:37 AM
https://www.fenix-store.com

They have a code for 25% off. It was a bit expensive, but I have been spying the yellow one for awhile.

A bit pricey for my liking, but looks awesome.  :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 29, 2019, 03:33:13 AM
Get one it is incredible and you will love it! :twak: :twak: :twak:

How was that,did you really think you could get away with that here? :rofl: :pok: :dunno:

No good  :rant: :rant: :rant:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on November 29, 2019, 03:37:04 AM
No good  :rant: :rant: :rant:


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 29, 2019, 03:39:12 AM

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smurf! What emitter did you get?

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 29, 2019, 03:42:53 AM
I’m thinking about the sst-20 4K.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on November 29, 2019, 03:52:43 AM


Mine are 219c Nichia but the next one with the current firmware will be the SST for sure.
I tried them on an FW3A and I was shocked by how much I like them, they are really great to me!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 29, 2019, 03:55:43 AM
My FW3A is the 219c and I love it. The SST’s throw better from what I’ve read. I should probably sleep on it, since I just got the D4V2 in the mail yesterday.  :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on November 29, 2019, 03:58:50 AM
My FW3A is the 219c and I love it. The SST’s throw better from what I’ve read. I should probably sleep on it, since I just got the D4V2 in the mail yesterday.  :facepalm:

I have the FW3A in both 219 and SST 5k and I think I actually prefer the SST though in use I am not sure that I could guess which is which anyway?
I use mine for work and play and white wall comparing is not any part of it after the first 5 minutes really.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 29, 2019, 04:04:38 AM
Good to know. I’m not a wall shot artist either. Maybe I’ll consider the 5k. Nice to have so many options.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 29, 2019, 04:10:26 AM
A bit pricey for my liking, but looks awesome.  :cheers:

It is a bit expensive, but I kinda wanted it to go with my yellow Hunstman. I am a sucker for yeller stuff.

The light I was really interested in was the Thrunite Neutron 2C. I LOVE the UI on my Thrunite T1 and wanted another ramping UI in a bit bigger light. Those deals kinda grabbed me though...oh well.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 29, 2019, 04:15:33 AM
It is a bit expensive, but I kinda wanted it to go with my yellow Hunstman. I am a sucker for yeller stuff.

The light I was really interested in was the Thrunite Neutron 2C. I LOVE the UI on my Thrunite T1 and wanted another ramping UI in a bit bigger light. Those deals kinda grabbed me though...oh well.

Nothin wrong with a little matchy matchy. Gotta love this time of year for deals. My kid gets most of my money though. Even if he’s over his gifts in a few weeks.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 29, 2019, 06:02:28 AM
My FW3A is the 219c and I love it. The SST’s throw better from what I’ve read. I should probably sleep on it, since I just got the D4V2 in the mail yesterday.  :facepalm:

Having both in similar lights, I would tend to agree.  It is not real significant, but I think the SST does throw a little better. 

I have the FW3A in both 219 and SST 5k and I think I actually prefer the SST though in use I am not sure that I could guess which is which anyway?
I use mine for work and play and white wall comparing is not any part of it after the first 5 minutes really.

To me the 219 and SST are really close, but I think I also prefer the SST.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 30, 2019, 01:48:56 AM
Decided to wait on the D4S. I’ll pick it up after Christmas. My kid is really expensive.  :poh: :bnghd:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 30, 2019, 02:05:30 AM
Roc - Sorry to hear you have to wait, but when my kids were still little, I had a few times like that. I had not really paid a lot of attention to the D4S until now. I have watched some review videos and that seems like a little powerhouse of a light! Dang it, will probably end up with one someday.


I liquidated a couple of things so I could go ahead and get the Thrunite Neutron 2C. I just enjoy the Thrunite T1 UI so much, I wanted to get my hands on a bigger light with that configuration.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 30, 2019, 02:19:27 AM
Roc - Sorry to hear you have to wait, but when my kids were still little, I had a few times like that. I had not really paid a lot of attention to the D4S until now. I have watched some review videos and that seems like a little powerhouse of a light! Dang it, will probably end up with one someday.


I liquidated a couple of things so I could go ahead and get the Thrunite Neutron 2C. I just enjoy the Thrunite T1 UI so much, I wanted to get my hands on a bigger light with that configuration.

Yeah...he’s at that age where everything he wants is expensive. I haven’t explored Thrunite lights yet. I’m guessing I should hold off till the new year.  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 30, 2019, 02:57:20 AM
Today I received a couple Lumitop EDC01 lights that are going to become stocking stuffers.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 30, 2019, 03:00:28 AM
Today I received a couple Lumitop EDC01 lights that are going to become stocking stuffers.
I wish my family thought like you.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 30, 2019, 03:06:48 AM
So... I have a D4SV2 on the way.  :whistle: What? I bought the boy a 4K TV and other stuff.  :drink:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 30, 2019, 03:54:58 AM
Yeah...he’s at that age where everything he wants is expensive. I haven’t explored Thrunite lights yet. I’m guessing I should hold off till the new year.  :D

I got the Thrunite T1 because I wanted a good EDC light. It gets compared to the Olight S1R a lot. Well, finally got the Olight, but I definitely like the Thrunite WAY better.

My new obsession is the lights in the "tactical" form factor like the Olight M2R Pro. Got the Sofirn SP31 V2 and love it...got three more like it coming. M2R Pro, Fenix PD35TAC and Thrunite Neutron 2C. I can't wait to compare them side by side. One will end up on my M14 and one on my AR15.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 30, 2019, 04:07:47 AM
I got the Thrunite T1 because I wanted a good EDC light. It gets compared to the Olight S1R a lot. Well, finally got the Olight, but I definitely like the Thrunite WAY better.

My new obsession is the lights in the "tactical" form factor like the Olight M2R Pro. Got the Sofirn SP31 V2 and love it...got three more like it coming. M2R Pro, Fenix PD35TAC and Thrunite Neutron 2C. I can't wait to compare them side by side. One will end up on my M14 and one on my AR15.

After your picture of your PD35TAC and Fenix’s Black Friday, I broke down a purchased the Gadsden one.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 30, 2019, 04:18:23 AM
After your picture of your PD35TAC and Fenix’s Black Friday, I broke down a purchased the Gadsden one.

Pics when it arrives please! I’d look it up, but I’m feeling a bit lazy.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 30, 2019, 04:33:57 AM
EZ is being quiet tonight. I went with the SST20 5K, just in case he was wondering.  :twak:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on November 30, 2019, 04:36:11 AM
After your picture of your PD35TAC and Fenix’s Black Friday, I broke down a purchased the Gadsden one.

I almost got that one instead. There are some pretty cool models in that line. I like the WWII style one.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on November 30, 2019, 10:01:17 PM
Fenix e05

Got the e05 a few days ago now since the fenix store had a BF discount and a coupon. For $11.96 all in, I like it. I’ve tried the e05 before, but couldn’t get past the TIR optic vs the reflector in my EDC ld01. The TIR is still my biggest hang up about the light, mainly because there is no glass lens in front and I know the plastic will get scratched in short order. Only time will tell if that will actually impact the beam.

In almost all other ways, it’s a really nice light. I like the knurling, the anodizing feels top notch, it has the least head wobble and smoothest threads of all the twisty AAA lights I have, and the tint is more neutral than the CW of my other fenixes and olights. I really do think fenix has some of the highest build quality, at least among the Chinese made brands (and up there with most American brands I’ve tried in many ways). I consider fenix and ZL top tier in that mid price range.

I so wish it had the lower low of the ld01 at 3 lumens instead of 8. There really isn’t much differentiation between low and medium to my eyes. I have also come to prefer the M-L-H mode sequence on the ld01 as I use medium the most, but maybe since the e05 low is brighter, I will find it ok. 

I somewhat doubt it will replace my ld01 as my edc, since I’ve been carrying it for over 6 years now and really like it. But for the price, I like having it around.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 30, 2019, 10:17:11 PM
That’s a good price. Even if it doesn’t become part of your edc. It’s been a long time since I’ve owned a fenix. I think the last one I bought was an ld01.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on November 30, 2019, 10:38:42 PM
That’s a good price. Even if it doesn’t become part of your edc. It’s been a long time since I’ve owned a fenix. I think the last one I bought was an ld01.

Yeah, me too. My perception is that they’re not as prominent in the flashlight world as before. It seems like ZL became the “king” for awhile and now olight seems to be the popular one.

The fact that I really like the 1xAAA form factor (and sometimes 1xAA) and don’t like fiddling with li-ions keeps me in the shallow end of the flashahol pool, so my perception may be way off
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 30, 2019, 10:41:34 PM
Yeah, me too. My perception is that they’re not as prominent in the flashlight world as before. It seems like ZL became the “king” for awhile and now olight seems to be the popular one.

The fact that I really like the 1xAAA form factor (and sometimes 1xAA) and don’t like fiddling with li-ions keeps me in the shallow end of the flashahol pool, so my perception may be way off

I’m not a fan of Olights. I’ve given all mine away. I embraced li-ions and it opened a whole new world. Saves me money in the long run also.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on November 30, 2019, 10:53:34 PM
I’m not a fan of Olights. I’ve given all mine away. I embraced li-ions and it opened a whole new world. Saves me money in the long run also.

Agree, I’m not a huge fan either, though they don’t  really offer much that appeals to me these days. I don’t like the high output of the i3e as the only mode, and I don’t like the lack of low voltage protection on the i3r. Outside of those two lights, everything else is too large for me to want to carry

I use nimh rechargeables (eneloops) so I capitalize on the cash savings as well.

I just have no desire to have as much energy density as a li-ion in a sealed aluminum tube in my pocket all the time. I know cellphones use them too, but they seem more well designed to be “idiot” proof than the more hobbyist aspect of flashlights.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 30, 2019, 10:58:19 PM
Agree, I’m not a huge fan either, though they don’t  really offer much that appeals to me these days. I don’t like the high output of the i3e as the only mode, and I don’t like the lack of low voltage protection on the i3r. Outside of those two lights, everything else is too large for me to want to carry

I use nimh rechargeables (eneloops) so I capitalize on the cash savings as well.

I just have no desire to have as much energy density as a li-ion in a sealed aluminum tube in my pocket all the time. I know cellphones use them too, but they seem more well designed to be “idiot” proof than the more hobbyist aspect of flashlights.

Worth the risk to me, although I treat them properly and always inspect them before each use. I also won’t put them in a crappy light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on November 30, 2019, 11:15:11 PM
Worth the risk to me, although I treat them properly and always inspect them before each use. I also won’t put them in a crappy light.

Yeah, nothing wrong with them for those who want what they offer, and there’s no question they offer more capability than standard cells.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 30, 2019, 11:20:15 PM
Yeah, nothing wrong with them for those who want what they offer, and there’s no question they offer more capability than standard cells.

Maybe it was an easy switch for me. I’ve used 18650 batteries for years in my vape. My flashlight is the most used part of my edc, so it’s nice to open up my options. I understand li-ions aren’t for everyone.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on December 01, 2019, 12:09:27 AM
I am giving Olight one more chance. I finally bought the S1 mini because of how much I like my Thrunite T1. I figured I would give the S1 a try and make it part of my rotation. It is a fine light, but I still prefer the T1 by far.

I decided to give the M2R Pro a try because I got a butt kicking deal on 2 of them. I will probably gift one of them out to someone here at MTO.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on December 01, 2019, 12:46:24 AM
I am giving Olight one more chance. I finally bought the S1 mini because of how much I like my Thrunite T1. I figured I would give the S1 a try and make it part of my rotation. It is a fine light, but I still prefer the T1 by far.

I decided to give the M2R Pro a try because I got a butt kicking deal on 2 of them. I will probably gift one of them out to someone here at MTO.

I’m not knockin Olight. They just weren’t my cup of tea.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on December 01, 2019, 12:55:47 AM
I’m not knockin Olight. They just weren’t my cup of tea.

Oh, I totally get that. So far, not mine either. I want to see how I feel about this M2R though.If it operates like my Sofirn SP31, I will be happy with it. The light I am most excited about is the Thrunite Neutron. UI is like my much loved T1.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on December 01, 2019, 01:00:40 AM
Oh, I totally get that. So far, not mine either. I want to see how I feel about this M2R though.If it operates like my Sofirn SP31, I will be happy with it. The light I am most excited about is the Thrunite Neutron. UI is like my much loved T1.

It does look similar to the Sofirn. Hope it’s what you are looking for.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on December 01, 2019, 01:09:32 AM
It does look similar to the Sofirn. Hope it’s what you are looking for.

That type of light seems to be where my collecting is gravitating. The upper end light output and lower end endurance is appealing to me. If it isn't exactly what I want, I am not heart broken. It is like knives, I am always looking for something "just a wee bit better" and about the time I think I find it, something else catches my eye. I love it though...testing out different tools and refining my preferences. It is about the journey, not the destination.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on December 01, 2019, 01:12:37 AM
That type of light seems to be where my collecting is gravitating. The upper end light output and lower end endurance is appealing to me. If it isn't exactly what I want, I am not heart broken. It is like knives, I am always looking for something "just a wee bit better" and about the time I think I find it, something else catches my eye. I love it though...testing out different tools and refining my preferences. It is about the journey, not the destination.

Agreed. Whenever I feel guilty for buying a light I remember it’s fun for me and it’s a hobby. It’s just a bonus if I end up loving it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on December 01, 2019, 04:06:36 AM
I am giving Olight one more chance. I finally bought the S1 mini because of how much I like my Thrunite T1. I figured I would give the S1 a try and make it part of my rotation. It is a fine light, but I still prefer the T1 by far.

I decided to give the M2R Pro a try because I got a butt kicking deal on 2 of them. I will probably gift one of them out to someone here at MTO.

I’m not a huge fan of Olight either, but I have an S1 mini that I use instead of just carry a spare battery for my primary flashlight.

[snip]...I really do think fenix has some of the highest build quality, at least among the Chinese made brands (and up there with most American brands I’ve tried in many ways). I consider fenix and ZL top tier in that mid price range.

...

Fenix is high on my list of trusted flashlights.  I used a PD20 as my primary carry flashlights for a few years in the Navy.  It replaced a Surefire because I wanted a multi-mode light.  The PD20 took a lot of abuse without ever failing me.  It was replaced by a PD25, because I wanted more lumens, that also never failed me.  Both flashlights still work perfectly.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on December 01, 2019, 04:16:17 AM
I’m not a huge fan of Olight either, but I have an S1 mini that I use instead of just carry a spare battery for my primary flashlight.

Fenix is high on my list of trusted flashlights.  I used a PD20 as my primary carry flashlights for a few years in the Navy.  It replaced a Surefire because I wanted a multi-mode light.  The PD20 took a lot of abuse without ever failing me.  It was replaced by a PD25, because I wanted more lumens, that also never failed me.  Both flashlights still work perfectly.

How much is Fenix paying you guys/gals?  :rofl:
Now I’m looking at them a little harder.  :(
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on December 01, 2019, 05:00:29 AM
How much is Fenix paying you guys/gals?  :rofl:
Now I’m looking at them a little harder.  :(

I wish they were paying me, because my flashlight addiction is not cheap. 

But in all honesty, I’ve had or seen many flashlights fail in the conditions mine were put through on ships.  The Fenix ones I used took it all - drenched in salt water, drops on steel decks, subzero freezers, steam engineering spaces, dusty industrial conditions, etc.  I own several different brands of flashlights, but there are only a few that I truly trust for my primary edc and Fenix is one.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on December 01, 2019, 05:03:51 AM
I wish they were paying me, because my flashlight addiction is not cheap. 

But in all honesty, I’ve had or seen many flashlights fail in the conditions mine were put through on ships.  The Fenix ones I used took it all - drenched in salsmurfer, drops on steel decks, subzero freezers, steam engineering spaces, dusty industrial conditions, etc.  I own several different brands of flashlights, but there are only a few that I truly trust for my primary edc and Fenix is one.

That’s good to know. Fenix was at the top when I first started carrying a light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on December 01, 2019, 06:40:14 AM
I bought a Fenix E01 for my ex years ago, but the PD35TAC I have one the way will be my first serious Fenix buy. Good to know they are tough as nails. However, I bought the yellow one so it will get treated very kindly I am sure.

I have so many lights now, but my plan is to have a rotation, much like what I have often done with my knife carry through the week. I have some extras too (one is going to a buddy for Christmas).
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: eTripper on December 02, 2019, 06:16:26 AM
I'm kind of in the Fenix camp myself.  Carried a number in the LD-series, and the UC's.  They always seemed to be a solid-product, priced-competitively, at the mid-tier level.  Although, I have to give Nitecore an honorable-mention too.  My latest is a CountyComm Maratac 18650 flat-top, with three brightness-levels.  It's been a solid-performer.  USB-charging is a must when considering the newer models.

(https://i.imgur.com/e0ARTzAl.jpg?1)

(https://i.imgur.com/9VD9LdLl.jpg?1)

(https://i.imgur.com/gBRbYxql.jpg?1)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on December 02, 2019, 06:53:54 AM
I'm kind of in the Fenix camp myself.  Carried a number in the LD-series, and the UC's.  They always seemed to be a solid-product, priced-competitively, at the mid-tier level.  Although, I have to give Nitecore an honorable-mention too.  My latest is a CountyComm Maratac 18650 flat-top, with three brightness-levels.  It's been a solid-performer.  USB-charging is a must when considering the newer models.

(https://i.imgur.com/e0ARTzAl.jpg?1)

(https://i.imgur.com/9VD9LdLl.jpg?1)

(https://i.imgur.com/gBRbYxql.jpg?1)

I have a couple Nitecore SRT3 that I really love the UI and power versatility.  However, after the red LED died after only minimal use on one, it lost its spot on my short list of trusted edc lights.  I still have two that get use, but I always have a back-up close by. 

As far as your Maratac, does it have visual PWM?  The one Maratac I had did and I couldn’t stand using it for that reason.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on December 02, 2019, 08:56:40 PM
Just received this Imalent HR20 headlamp. It features a wheel for adjusting brightness and it is usb rechargeable.

(https://i.imgur.com/my1Kp1E.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on December 02, 2019, 09:46:15 PM
I wish they were paying me, because my flashlight addiction is not cheap. 

But in all honesty, I’ve had or seen many flashlights fail in the conditions mine were put through on ships.  The Fenix ones I used took it all - drenched in salt water, drops on steel decks, subzero freezers, steam engineering spaces, dusty industrial conditions, etc.  I own several different brands of flashlights, but there are only a few that I truly trust for my primary edc and Fenix is one.

They are wonderful lights but I stopped buying them because they are not available in a neutral version (except for a few cases) if for each model the two tint were available they would sell much more.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: eTripper on December 02, 2019, 10:14:34 PM
I have a couple Nitecore SRT3 that I really love the UI and power versatility.  However, after the red LED died after only minimal use on one, it lost its spot on my short list of trusted edc lights.  I still have two that get use, but I always have a back-up close by. 

As far as your Maratac, does it have visual PWM?  The one Maratac I had did and I couldn’t stand using it for that reason.

If your referring to a strobe, it doesn't have-it.  Just three-levels of brightness.  No muss, no fuss!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on December 02, 2019, 11:11:20 PM
And because I have no self control, I just received a jetbeam jet-u I got cheap on an 11/11 deal from AliExpress.

First impressions is that is has a nice build quality. I wish there were more threads, but it may not be a problem. Anodizing is very well done. It has a TIR similar to the e05 I just received. In this case the beam isn’t quite as smooth, but still less “ringy” than most small reflector lights.

All the diameter changes make it less deep pocket friendly to me, like it was designed to be used with the clip. Not an issue, just user preference.

Probably my most favorite thing is that there are large raised contact points in the head for both positive and negative, which should ensure you will basically never wear through a circuit board trace.

A neutral to somewhat negative thing is the mode memory. Not sure if I like it. If I carried it all the time, I’d probably use medium mostly and wouldn’t notice it much, but it just seems overly prone to getting the wrong mode that you want and potentially getting 135 lumens when you expect 1.5 I’m the middle of the night.

So far the only real negative to me is the lack of glass in front of the plastic TIR.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on December 02, 2019, 11:45:34 PM
And because I have no self control, I just received a jetbeam jet-u I got cheap on an 11/11 deal from AliExpress.

First impressions is that is has a nice build quality. I wish there were more threads, but it may not be a problem. Anodizing is very well done. It has a TIR similar to the e05 I just received. In this case the beam isn’t quite as smooth, but still less “ringy” than most small reflector lights.

All the diameter changes make it less deep pocket friendly to me, like it was designed to be used with the clip. Not an issue, just user preference.

Probably my most favorite thing is that there are large raised contact points in the head for both positive and negative, which should ensure you will basically never wear through a circuit board trace.

A neutral to somewhat negative thing is the mode memory. Not sure if I like it. If I carried it all the time, I’d probably use medium mostly and wouldn’t notice it much, but it just seems overly prone to getting the wrong mode that you want and potentially getting 135 lumens when you expect 1.5 I’m the middle of the night.

So far the only real negative to me is the lack of glass in front of the plastic TIR.

Self control issues are why we are all here.  :cheers: :facepalm:
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on December 02, 2019, 11:50:23 PM
They are wonderful lights but I stopped buying them because they are not available in a neutral version (except for a few cases) if for each model the two tint were available they would sell much more.

I would love it if they had a more neutral tint and some in HiCri, but then that could be really bad for my wallet.


If your referring to a strobe, it doesn't have-it.  Just three-levels of brightness.  No muss, no fuss!

No, I’m not referring to a strobe.  On the Maratac I owned, there was a noticeable flicker on low.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on December 02, 2019, 11:51:02 PM
Self control issues are why we are all here.  :cheers: :facepalm:

Ha, too true!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on December 03, 2019, 12:39:41 AM
I would love it if they had a more neutral tint and some in HiCri, but then that could be really bad for my wallet.


No, I’m not referring to a strobe.  On the Maratac I owned, there was a noticeable flicker on low.

Yeah, when it is noticeable, it gets old real fast.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: eTripper on December 03, 2019, 01:50:10 AM
I would love it if they had a more neutral tint and some in HiCri, but then that could be really bad for my wallet.


No, I’m not referring to a strobe.  On the Maratac I owned, there was a noticeable flicker on low.

Okay.  Sorry I didn't follow.  My Maratac has no faults on any of the brightness-levels.  Been a great torch. :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on December 03, 2019, 08:54:38 PM
Today I bought a Fenix CL09.
I already have two small CL05s (1 AAA battery) and I tried to buy a third one but I found out that it has been out of production for a long time, in Germany a seller still has it in stock but it would cost about 25 euros (including shipping) at this point I have decided for a CL09 on Amazon (34 euros)
It is a bit bigger and comes with a 16340 battery.
I used the CL05 as a position light (flashing red) on the backpack or held in the hand, it was useful to be seen by cars when walking in the winter afternoon.
CL09 is similar but a little bigger and powerful I hope to be happy with it as with the previous model.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on December 04, 2019, 03:48:00 AM
Olight M2R Pro Warrior (Desert Sand). I also have a blacck one coming. The Olight sales were really good. I will do a little write up on it here.

(https://i.imgur.com/Nwu2SQA.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on December 04, 2019, 04:23:47 AM
that looks cool, I only got the free I1R2 from them, most of the sales were too much for my budget, hope you enjoy it  :like:

I mostly got some keychain stuff, a couple of Rovyvons, but backordered from battery junction so have to wait  :(
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on December 04, 2019, 04:53:48 AM
Today I bought a Fenix CL09.
I already have two small CL05s (1 AAA battery) and I tried to buy a third one but I found out that it has been out of production for a long time, in Germany a seller still has it in stock but it would cost about 25 euros (including shipping) at this point I have decided for a CL09 on Amazon (34 euros)
It is a bit bigger and comes with a 16340 battery.
I used the CL05 as a position light (flashing red) on the backpack or held in the hand, it was useful to be seen by cars when walking in the winter afternoon.
CL09 is similar but a little bigger and powerful I hope to be happy with it as with the previous model.

I am looking forwarding to reading your write-up.  I have one of their discontinued CL20s which I really like.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on December 04, 2019, 09:47:26 AM
I am looking forwarding to reading your write-up.  I have one of their discontinued CL20s which I really like.

I remember the CL20 (AA battery), in the past I was going to buy it.
Now I think there is a CL20 version with a built-in lithium battery.

I bought the CL09 on Amazon and the shipment is in advance, probably they deliver it this morning and I'll be able to use it this afternoon.
If I like how the CL05 I could also buy another one.

For those who want to see the CL09 here is a video (in Russian but with good images)
https://youtu.be/CAOnB4EPYUg
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on December 04, 2019, 10:55:53 AM
I remember the CL20 (AA battery), in the past I was going to buy it.
Now I think there is a CL20 version with a built-in lithium battery.

I bought the CL09 on Amazon and the shipment is in advance, probably they deliver it this morning and I'll be able to use it this afternoon.
If I like how the CL05 I could also buy another one.

For those who want to see the CL09 here is a video (in Russian but with good images)
https://youtu.be/CAOnB4EPYUg

Thanks for sharing the video.

The CL20 could use 1 x CR123or 2 x AA which was one thing I really liked about it.  It was replaced by the CL20R which has the built in rechargeable which in my opinion is not as nice.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on December 04, 2019, 11:05:18 AM
Thanks for sharing the video.

The CL20 could use 1 x CR123or 2 x AA which was one thing I really liked about it.  It was replaced by the CL20R which has the built in rechargeable which in my opinion is not as nice.

I agree with this.
The old version was more versatile.
The built-in lithium battery could also be impossible to replace (or too expensive and therefore not convenient replacement)
Unfortunately this seems to have become a standard.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on December 05, 2019, 11:25:01 PM
Fenix Cerakote PD35TAC.

(https://i.imgur.com/MmSP18a.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on December 05, 2019, 11:27:44 PM
You know what I feel like? If you have ever seen the movie "Darkness Falls" there is a scene when the protagonist is in his Las Vegas apartment and it shows the plethora of flashlights he has to protect himself from the "witch." I feel ridiculous though...I have no witch problem...just flashlight psychosis.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gustophersmob on December 06, 2019, 01:41:48 AM
And because I have no self control, I just received a jetbeam jet-u I got cheap on an 11/11 deal from AliExpress.

First impressions is that is has a nice build quality. I wish there were more threads, but it may not be a problem. Anodizing is very well done. It has a TIR similar to the e05 I just received. In this case the beam isn’t quite as smooth, but still less “ringy” than most small reflector lights.

All the diameter changes make it less deep pocket friendly to me, like it was designed to be used with the clip. Not an issue, just user preference.

Probably my most favorite thing is that there are large raised contact points in the head for both positive and negative, which should ensure you will basically never wear through a circuit board trace.

A neutral to somewhat negative thing is the mode memory. Not sure if I like it. If I carried it all the time, I’d probably use medium mostly and wouldn’t notice it much, but it just seems overly prone to getting the wrong mode that you want and potentially getting 135 lumens when you expect 1.5 I’m the middle of the night.

So far the only real negative to me is the lack of glass in front of the plastic TIR.

Tonight I was playing with my lights, as all grown men are wont to do  :facepalm: when I noticed something.

I have a spare, brand new fenix ld01 and noticed that when I was changing modes one hand, it was hard to select the mode without it skipping. My old ld01 does not exhibit this behavior and neither do my new e05 or jetbeam jet-u.

My first thought was that maybe it had more play in the thread tolerances, but they all seem to be about the same going by feel.

So now my theory is that the old fenix’s negative contact ring on the pcb has worn enough to allow it to “seat” fully without needing to snug it down. I think the new lights avoid this by using raised contact “pads” instead of pcb traces for the negative contact which accomplish the same without the need for wear in, maybe :think:

It’s interesting too that the jet-u also has a raised pad for the positive, the ld01 has A raised positive pad but not the negative and the e05 has raised pads for the negative but not the positive  :dunno:

It’s a little hard to tel in the pic, but it kind of shows it.

L-R: jet-u, e05, new ld01 with no contact wear, old ld01 with contact wear.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on December 06, 2019, 07:02:37 AM
I have a few twistys that do this when using one handed, something about the grip makes it happen, you can probably make it change modes by pushing head in towards tail as well.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on December 06, 2019, 07:12:05 PM
Well, today was a heapin spoonful of disappointment! I bought a Thrunite Neutron 2C on ebay and it was delivered today. I was excited because this light has the same ramping UI as my much loved Thrunite T1, but in a bit larger form. Imagine my disappointment at opening the package and finding that they sent the wrong light. It is a Thrunite TC12.  >:(
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on December 07, 2019, 02:18:04 AM
Bummed - I contacted the seller and about all I can do at this point is return the flashlight. They do not seem to have the Neutron 2C in stock, so I am going to have to get one elsewhere. The exciting thing about the Thrunite Neutron 2C is the fact that it can take so many different types of batteries or battery combos. The main tube is 2 piece so it can take a shorter battery...in fact, the Neutron can use 18650, 18350, one or two 16340's or one or two CR123A's.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on December 07, 2019, 02:57:17 AM
Bummed - I contacted the seller and about all I can do at this point is return the flashlight. They do not seem to have the Neutron 2C in stock, so I am going to have to get one elsewhere. The exciting thing about the Thrunite Neutron 2C is the fact that it can take so many different types of batteries or battery combos. The main tube is 2 piece so it can take a shorter battery...in fact, the Neutron can use 18650, 18350, one or two 16340's or one or two CR123A's.

Just watched a review on the 2C V3. Looks like a pretty cool light. Hope you have better luck with a different vendor.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on December 07, 2019, 03:00:02 AM
Bummed - I contacted the seller and about all I can do at this point is return the flashlight. They do not seem to have the Neutron 2C in stock, so I am going to have to get one elsewhere. The exciting thing about the Thrunite Neutron 2C is the fact that it can take so many different types of batteries or battery combos. The main tube is 2 piece so it can take a shorter battery...in fact, the Neutron can use 18650, 18350, one or two 16340's or one or two CR123A's.

Now that light is sounding pretty interesting.  Battery versatility is always a nice thing.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on December 07, 2019, 08:56:58 PM
Looks like they actually do have a Neutron 2C in stock so I started the return procedure. Hopefully I can get the right light soon. The Neutron just seems like a light with all the features I want.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on December 07, 2019, 11:14:46 PM
sos24,

Did you get your Gadsden Fenix PD35AC yet? The yellow Cerakote is a bit subdued with the distress paint job. It is pretty nice. I would not mind having the red and blue as well.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on December 07, 2019, 11:20:15 PM
sos24,

Did you get your Gadsden Fenix PD35AC yet? The yellow Cerakote is a bit subdued with the distress paint job. It is pretty nice. I would not mind having the red and blue as well.

It just came in today.:woohoo:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191207/59d74f15077d9a62404037c4d9ab05db.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on December 08, 2019, 12:00:18 AM
Here’s my newest addition. Stupid slow mail.  >:(
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on December 08, 2019, 12:23:19 AM
It just came in today.:woohoo:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191207/59d74f15077d9a62404037c4d9ab05db.jpg)
Wow! That's a really nice pair!
(The light have a "Jango Fett" aspect).
Nice aditions Sos!

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on December 08, 2019, 12:49:58 AM
It just came in today.:woohoo:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191207/59d74f15077d9a62404037c4d9ab05db.jpg)

Congratulations Sos24, beautiful light.
It would be nice to have an NW version like they did in the past with the PD32 UE.
I have this light (standard TAC version) but I don't use it often, attached to the belt I wear TK09 2016 (XP-L Hi)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on December 08, 2019, 02:08:02 AM
Thanks, Hevy and Stefano. 

I usually prefer a more neutral tint as well.  I had been looking at the PD35 for a while and couldn’t resist this one especially after the 25% Black Friday deal.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on December 09, 2019, 10:02:37 PM
NLD! D4SV2 showed up. Now to wait for dark.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on December 11, 2019, 03:23:43 AM
Love this light, although I wish the SST20 5K was a little bit warmer. I think I’ll go XPL or 4K from here out. My FW3A 219c is just about perfect for me.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on December 17, 2019, 07:01:52 PM
One Armytek Viking XHP50 warm - two Armytek ELF C2 warm, various batteries.

(https://img.techpowerup.org/191217/img-9405.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on December 17, 2019, 07:39:58 PM
I finally received my Thrunite Neutron 2C. I have been excited to get my hands on this one. It is in the form of a "tactical" light, but has the UI that my Thrunite T1 also sports. Rather than a tail and side switch, it only uses a side switch. My quest for a "perfect" light is finding one with a blinding upper end while providing a moonlight mode that lasts a very long time. This light advertises 49 days on moonlight mode and even at the low end of the ramping UI (12 lumens) it can last for around 5 1/2 days.

The beam is a good combination of flood and throw without pushing the envelope on either. All in all, I am pretty happy so far. I will probably do up a review in the Mini Review thread tonight.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on December 24, 2019, 08:05:27 PM
Today I finally received the Armytek Predator XHP35 HI warm and another Armytek Elf C2 Warm.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on December 25, 2019, 01:49:32 AM
I just got these 2 and a few other this week :woohoo: I usually don't have much like this on the way and am stoked to get some use out of these  :salute:

(https://i.imgur.com/UsOYduTh.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/f4ddkVhh.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on December 25, 2019, 11:05:56 AM
I just got these 2 and a few other this week :woohoo: I usually don't have much like this on the way and am stoked to get some use out of these  :salute:

(https://i.imgur.com/UsOYduTh.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/f4ddkVhh.jpg)

 :drool: :like: Great choice on those colors.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Poncho65 on December 25, 2019, 03:38:15 PM
Thanks Roc :hatsoff: I do love the colors as well :drool: :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on December 28, 2019, 08:07:52 PM
My D4V2 Ti showed this morning. My first Ti light. Went with the xp-l HI 3A. It’s foggy and dreary here today, so the pic just doesn’t do it justice.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on December 29, 2019, 02:13:50 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/GkUvhWh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ldj8AD5.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on December 29, 2019, 03:28:53 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/GkUvhWh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ldj8AD5.jpg)

Yeah...I would advise against aiming a gun at your camera. Loaded or not. Especially if you are around it. Stay safe.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on December 29, 2019, 03:44:01 AM
My D4V2 Ti showed this morning. My first Ti light. Went with the xp-l HI 3A. It’s foggy and dreary here today, so the pic just doesn’t do it justice.

Very nice light.  :drool:
I have seriously been considering getting this light, but have been distracted by a couple other purchases.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on December 29, 2019, 03:55:50 AM
Very nice light.  :drool:
I have seriously been considering getting this light, but have been distracted by a couple other purchases.

It is so worth it. I might go after another with a warm tint switch in the future.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on December 29, 2019, 06:43:28 AM
Yeah...I would advise against aiming a gun at your camera. Loaded or not. Especially if you are around it. Stay safe.

Thanks for the concern.

(At the police academy and in SWAT training, we aimed plenty of unloaded weapons at each other during training, We all made it out alive) :pok:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gregozedobe on December 29, 2019, 12:09:28 PM
Thanks for the concern.

(At the police academy and in SWAT training, we aimed plenty of unloaded weapons at each other during training, We all made it out alive) :pok:

My Dad learnt a very valuable lesson about "unloaded" firearms.  He pointed his rifle at the back door and said "It's not loaded, so nothing to worry about, see ...."  BANG !

It obviously was loaded, despite him honestly believing it wasn't,  and 4 of us kids were playing just outside at the time.  Thankfully no one was hurt, but my Mum refused to let him fix the hole in the door, to serve as a reminder to the whole family to only ever point a gun at something you intended to shoot.  That hole remained there for over 40 years until the house was demolished.  I still remember that lesson like it was yesterday....
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on December 29, 2019, 01:20:27 PM
 :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on December 29, 2019, 10:11:24 PM
Thanks for the concern.

(At the police academy and in SWAT training, we aimed plenty of unloaded weapons at each other during training, We all made it out alive) :pok:

I’m not saying you don’t have the training to handle a gun. Just some friendly advice. I had a friend get shot in the leg from a gun that wasn’t loaded. It was a 22 cal and it ricocheted off his femur all the way down his leg until it came out his lower calf. He had a pretty good stay in the hospital.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on December 30, 2019, 12:15:46 AM
Lordy lordy. Everyone relax...it isn't even pointed at me. And I was wearing a helmet, and elbow pads, an orange vest and I waited 30 minutes before swimming. lol :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on December 30, 2019, 12:25:56 AM
Lordy lordy. Everyone relax...it isn't even pointed at me. And I was wearing a helmet, and elbow pads, an orange vest and I waited 30 minutes before swimming. lol :D

Then why didn’t you just say so. Jeez. All those thumb taps I could have saved.  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on December 30, 2019, 12:48:00 AM
Then why didn’t you just say so. Jeez. All those thumb taps I could have saved.  :D

HAHAHAHA! I lied. The orange vest was just nearby! lol
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on January 01, 2020, 08:20:20 AM
Lumintop GT micro, there was a nice 35% off coupon a few days ago on amazon, really impressive light, just throws like a laser, was testing it vs 3000 LM seeker 2 and it looked brighter, they both have same diameter head but the Olight is very floody with the optics so it's kind of an illusion, still this light is pretty awesome.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on January 04, 2020, 02:07:17 AM
I ordered an Armytek Tiara C1. It advertises 900 lm turbo mode and a moonlight mode of 60 days. Also ordered some additional Vapcell 18350 batteries.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on January 04, 2020, 04:00:24 AM
I ordered an Armytek Tiara C1. It advertises 900 lm turbo mode and a moonlight mode of 60 days. Also ordered some additional Vapcell 18350 batteries.

Excellent purchase, which is the first of a long series  :iagree:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Blackbeard on January 08, 2020, 01:05:26 AM
Here's that Lumintop GT Micro with AA battery for size comparison(Can only use 14500 LIon tho):

(https://i.imgur.com/knjD3U0.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Py2QsJy.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on January 08, 2020, 02:56:51 AM
Nice..That micro really is compact!!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Alan K. on January 16, 2020, 07:48:27 PM
A Nitecore MT21C just arrived. It is up to 1000 lumins in turbo mode. The head can be adjusted up to 90 degrees for use as a right angle light and it has a magnet in the base so it can be attached to a car fender or whatever you need it for.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: RF52 on January 16, 2020, 09:11:03 PM
A Nitecore MT21C just arrived. It is up to 1000 lumins in turbo mode. The head can be adjusted up to 90 degrees for use as a right angle light and it has a magnet in the base so it can be attached to a car fender or whatever you need it for.
Nice! Was looking at one of those a while back :tu: How does the hinge feel? Solid or not?

Sent fra min FRD-L09 via Tapatalk

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on January 16, 2020, 11:05:56 PM
I have added two new lights.
Emissar D4vn v2 in titanium and copper
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200116/1028a4f95079bd25128d1f6c2401170a.jpg)

HDS Rotary in bare aluminum.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200116/bb2b37033406b88077e5e51319a4fd5f.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Alan K. on January 19, 2020, 10:57:26 AM
Nice! Was looking at one of those a while back :tu: How does the hinge feel? Solid or not?

Sent fra min FRD-L09 via Tapatalk
The hinge is pretty well made. It feels solid and it clicks at each of 4 stops. You can hear and feel the clicks. The on/off switch is something I have to get used to as this is not a tactical light that comes on instantly at your preset preferred level of intensity. This is more of a tool box light so you have to hold the switch for a couple of seconds for it to turn on or off and it always starts at the lowest level and you have to cycle through the levels to reach the desired intensity. For that reason this light may end up in my bag and an instant on model (my P-12) will go back to my pocket or belt.
I like the Emissars Sos. I think I would prefer the titanium myself but either one should do the job. Very nice.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: RF52 on January 19, 2020, 12:03:36 PM
The hinge is pretty well made. It feels solid and it clicks at each of 4 stops. You can hear and feel the clicks. The on/off switch is something I have to get used to as this is not a tactical light that comes on instantly at your preset preferred level of intensity. This is more of a tool box light so you have to hold the switch for a couple of seconds for it to turn on or off and it always starts at the lowest level and you have to cycle through the levels to reach the desired intensity. For that reason this light may end up in my bag and an instant on model (my P-12) will go back to my pocket or belt.
I like the Emissars Sos. I think I would prefer the titanium myself but either one should do the job. Very nice.
Thanks :tu: That might be a bit annoying in the long run.

Sent fra min FRD-L09 via Tapatalk

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on January 23, 2020, 08:54:05 PM
I bought a Fenix E20 (2015 version) XP-E2 today
I admit I did it almost for fun, now I only use 18650 lights and I have a bunch of unused 1xAA / 2xAA lights.
Tomorrow I want to see this light, then maybe I'll keep it for myself or give it a gift.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on January 24, 2020, 06:21:44 AM
I just bought a 25.4mm diffuser from Fenix for my Thrunite Neutron 2C. It fits perfectly and puts out pretty good light.

I have bought a lot of lights the last few months to test (hey, gotta try finding the right ones) and I think I have the ones I want to keep. It may be time to start culling the herd.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on January 24, 2020, 07:17:59 AM
The hinge is pretty well made. It feels solid and it clicks at each of 4 stops. You can hear and feel the clicks. The on/off switch is something I have to get used to as this is not a tactical light that comes on instantly at your preset preferred level of intensity. This is more of a tool box light so you have to hold the switch for a couple of seconds for it to turn on or off and it always starts at the lowest level and you have to cycle through the levels to reach the desired intensity. For that reason this light may end up in my bag and an instant on model (my P-12) will go back to my pocket or belt.
I like the Emissars Sos. I think I would prefer the titanium myself but either one should do the job. Very nice.

I don’t blame you.  For me, the Emissar is great for when I want to really light things up and the titanium is nice looking to top it off.  My HDS lights are the ones that I know will take whatever abuse I throw at them daily and just keep working.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Alex1289 on January 24, 2020, 02:27:53 PM
I bought a new flashlight Armytek Wizard Nichia
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on January 24, 2020, 07:22:24 PM
I bought a new flashlight Armytek Wizard Nichia

Nice addition
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on January 24, 2020, 09:58:07 PM
I bought a new flashlight Armytek Wizard Nichia

Curious to know your impressions (on the tint)
Is it the first Armytek or did you also have the classic version?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on January 25, 2020, 01:49:04 PM
My Armytek Tiara C1 has been pretty impressive so far. Very floody and great runtime in moonlight mode.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on January 29, 2020, 09:23:27 PM
I bought a Fenix PD35 V2.0. I paid little for it because I had an Amazon discount coupon.
I have already had a PD35 TAC for a few years but I have used it little because I tend to use lights with neutral tint.
I always carry a Fenix (TK09 2016) to be used as a self defense.

I bought this PD35 V2.0 almost for fun, I was very undecided but after trying it briefly I am happy with the purchase.

There are many differences with the TAC version, the new version has the level selection button with a colored led that indicates the percentage of charge.

The led is always XP-L but this V2.0 has it in the HI version.
PD35 TAC: XP-L (V5)
PD35 V 2.0: XPL- HI V3
Throwing is therefore very different-
PD35 TAC = 10000 cd
PD35 V 2.0 = 15,600 cd

The PD35 TAC has two springs.
PD35 version 2.0 has only one spring :-(
My flat batteries do not work and this light needs a button top battery.

The light levels are different:
PD35 TAC:
8 - 60 - 200 - 500 1000 lumens (+ strobo)

PD35 v 2.0:
3 - 50 - 150 350 - 1000 lumens (+ strobo)
I wish the levels were identical ..

I can approve the level of 3 lumens and 50 lumens to have more autonomy but I would have preferred the medium and high were of 200 and 500 as on the TAC.
Or at least the high level of 400/450 instead of 350 lumens.
There is also a good throw at 350 lumens (6150 cd)
I have not yet used the luxmeter but from the tests I did in a place where I usually test my flashlights I am sure that the declared lux are true .. indeed I suspect that they could be more because this light has a nice throw !

I compared it with my TK09 (2016 version) which has a 34 mm head, the TK09 wins (it has 24000 cd) but this PD35 V2.0 defends itself really well !

I tried V 2.0 with a KeepPower 2900 mA protected battery, (from measurements made in the past with an unprotected battery in general there are approximately 1000 cd more)

The holster is painful.
It is of the delicate material that Fenix has been using for some years .. but my disappointment is not only on the material but on the dimensions, it seems too narrow !
I seem to remember that even the TAC version I bought 3 years ago is similar so I don't think it's a production error.

The extraction is acceptable but the insertion of the light in the holster is a bad thing.
Fortunately, I bought various Armytek holsters at a low price (that of Armytek Dobermann goes very well with this PD35)

The V 2.0 tint (cool withe) is very beautiful.

Neither torch allows the tailstand but this is not a problem for me, in case of need you can always use a tall glass.

Other difference TAC vs 2.0:
The TAC version, it must be said that it has two modes for selecting the brightness (standard and tactical)
In the first way the torch is turned on by the rear button and with the button on the torch body the 5 levels are changed (+ strobe)
Programmed as a tactic, however, the torch always turns on from the rear button but the rear button allows you to change the levels (3) with the sequence: Turbo, 60 lumens, Strobo.
Version 2.0 instead has only the standard mode.

The TAC version has less throw but a wider and more comfortable beam for the close distance.
Version 2.0 has a lot more throw but a less bright spill.

In summary:
+ Torch built very well in every detail.
+ Generic battery charge indicator.
+ Excellent throw for the type of torch.
+ Good tint.

- Total disappointment on holster.
- I would have liked two springs to use flat batteries too.
- I would have liked a few more lumens on the High level (at least 50/100 more lumens)

I hope I have helped someone understand the differences between these two versions of PD35.
Maybe next week I can make a comparison and I will put a video on my Youtube channel.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on January 29, 2020, 10:37:53 PM
Old Peak AA 5-led prototype. Kinda cool.
(https://i.imgur.com/o5jMuTxl.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/AKbhPQdl.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: mpgt on January 29, 2020, 11:17:54 PM
I got my first Olight today. Love it so far.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on January 30, 2020, 04:54:27 AM
Acebeam Tk16

Not only is this a sweet looking little light; it is also bright, available in HCRI and has a wide brightness range. 
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200130/557e129cb873254eae3c1217c209b633.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on January 30, 2020, 04:55:38 PM
Acebeam Tk16

Not only is this a sweet looking little light; it is also bright, available in HCRI and has a wide brightness range. 
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200130/557e129cb873254eae3c1217c209b633.jpg)

That small sized type light is a favorite of mine. One of my best lights is my Thrunite T1. It is super bright and has great runtime.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on February 12, 2020, 01:59:09 PM
An Fenix TK15 UE XP-L HI has arrived today.
I still haven't tried it outdoors but in a dark room it looks beautiful.
Only 4 levels, good finishes.
Unfortunately NW is not available, however the cool withe tint at least looks good.
Total disappointment for the holster, all Fenix purchased in recent years have too narrow holsters.
I will be forced to use it with an Armytek holster.
I don't know if I did well to buy in 2020 a light that came out in 2016/2017, maybe this year it will come out in an updated model but I wanted this TK15 UE for a long time.
I have an old TK15 S2 400 lumens (XP-G) used very little and that has a horrible tint :-)  but in the past with the old leds this was easy to happen.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on February 12, 2020, 08:51:37 PM
An Fenix TK15 UE XP-L HI has arrived today.
I still haven't tried it outdoors but in a dark room it looks beautiful.
Only 4 levels, good finishes.
Unfortunately NW is not available, however the cool withe tint at least looks good.
Total disappointment for the holster, all Fenix purchased in recent years have too narrow holsters.
I will be forced to use it with an Armytek holster.
I don't know if I did well to buy in 2020 a light that came out in 2016/2017, maybe this year it will come out in an updated model but I wanted this TK15 UE for a long time.
I have an old TK15 S2 400 lumens (XP-G) used very little and that has a horrible tint :-)  but in the past with the old leds this was easy to happen.

Unfortunately this Fenix TK15 UE has disappointed me.
I compared it to my old TK09 version 2016 and the TK09 is slightly brighter.
TK09 = 24000 cd - 900 lumens
TK15 = 26000 cd - 1000 lumens
both have the same led XP-L HI (but that of the TK15 should be V3)
Theoretically not a big lumens difference, making a comparative test the TK09 is slightly brighter (slightly but the difference is visible)
I was surprised that the strobe is different, I thought the patterns were identical.
The strobe is very different, that of the TK09 wins a lot.
The tests were attended by some non-flasholics, they also approved the TK09 as the most effective brightness and strobe.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on February 12, 2020, 09:08:17 PM
Unfortunately this Fenix TK15 UE has disappointed me.
I compared it to my old TK09 version 2016 and the TK09 is slightly brighter.
TK09 = 24000 cd - 900 lumens
TK15 = 26000 cd - 1000 lumens
both have the same led XP-L HI (but that of the TK15 should be V3)
Theoretically not a big lumens difference, making a comparative test the TK09 is slightly brighter (slightly but the difference is visible)
I was surprised that the strobe is different, I thought the patterns were identical.
The strobe is very different, that of the TK09 wins a lot.
The tests were attended by some non-flasholics, they also approved the TK09 as the most effective brightness and strobe.

Sorry to hear that the TK15 disappointed.  Fenix was my most trusted flashlight brand for the longest time, but I have seen a few reviews by people saying some of their newer models are a little disappointing.  My most recent purchases of theirs were a E16 which has been replaced by a Acebeam TK16 and a PD35 Tac which was what I was expecting (larger/brighter version of my Fenix favorite PD25) but doesn’t see as much use as other lights because I prefer 16340 lights.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on February 12, 2020, 09:20:46 PM
Sorry to hear that the TK15 disappointed.  Fenix was my most trusted flashlight brand for the longest time, but I have seen a few reviews by people saying some of their newer models are a little disappointing.  My most recent purchases of theirs were a E16 which has been replaced by a Acebeam TK16 and a PD35 Tac which was what I was expecting (larger/brighter version of my Fenix favorite PD25) but doesn’t see as much use as other lights because I prefer 16340 lights.

PD35 TAC It is a phenomenal light, I think it is the most successful PD35 model, if it were also NW I would have bought many.
PD35 V2.0 left me partially unsatisfied, I don't like that I am forced to use button top batteries and that the High level is 350 lumens, it is sufficient but not optimal, I would have liked 450/500 lumens as on some Sofirn models.
Now a TK09 2020 will be released soon but I don't like it very much, it has a rotating ring (block, light, strobe) and the high level has been lowered from 450 to 300 lumens (but I don't know what led it uses)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on February 14, 2020, 11:25:36 PM
Received a Fenix UC35 V2.0
Unfortunately it is a lemon.
Horrible tint in the first 4 levels (dark, greenish) I tried it in the woods at dusk and I immediately understood that it was a bad example both in the tint and in the light power.
Later I used the luxometer and it does not go beyond 13000 cd (according to the data it should have 17700 after 30 seconds from the ignition)
It would be similar to the PD35 V2 but with USB charging and a firefly level, compared to the PD35 V2 it makes a bad impression.
My PD35 V2 has a splendid cold tint and when turned on it has a peak of 18300 cd (declared 15600) I hoped the UC35 would do the same or little better.
Fortunately I bought on Amazon and a replacement is on the way, I hope the second UC35 is better than the first.
It is the first time that I get a Fenix with a similar problem they are a reliable brand.
A few days ago I returned a TK 15 but only because it did not match or exceed my TK09
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: comis on February 18, 2020, 10:53:39 AM
I'm a big fan for the Petzl Zipka headlamp as far as I could remember it.  This newer version has 300lm for 2hrs, 100lm for 9hrs and 6 for 120hrs.  Though I doubt they regulate that well, but still pretty usable intervals.  I love using lithium AAA in it, but there is probably also a rechargeable lithium pack you could get for this.

The light alone only weights 31g, and with 3 AAA lithium, it weights 54g.  Love this light for night repair, hiking or any outdoor use.  There is a little GITD ring that will glow after the led is turned off, which is a nice touch.

(https://i.imgur.com/kZp9ksp.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/CHcmOa9.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on April 01, 2020, 08:51:08 PM
 :mail:


Convoy S2+ with SST20 HighCRI 4000K emitter powered by the driver having 6*7135 modules
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on April 01, 2020, 09:07:19 PM
:mail:


Convoy S2+ with SST20 HighCRI 4000K emitter powered by the driver having 6*7135 modules

The Convoy S2+ is a nice light.  The SST20 is also a really nice emitter.  I have it in a couple lights and really like it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on April 01, 2020, 10:40:48 PM
The Convoy S2+ is a nice light.  The SST20 is also a really nice emitter.  I have it in a couple lights and really like it.

I chose the SST20 because I wanted a high CRI emitter
Looks really powerful, but I don't know the approximate Lumen output :-(
1.9A is flowing out of the battery (old laptop scavenged 18650)

Now considering the SST40 variant... For pure power
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on April 02, 2020, 01:02:03 AM
I chose the SST20 because I wanted a high CRI emitter
Looks really powerful, but I don't know the approximate Lumen output :-(
1.9A is flowing out of the battery (old laptop scavenged 18650)

Now considering the SST40 variant... For pure power

I’ve come to really appreciate HiCRI.  You usually lose some brightness but the color is great.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on April 02, 2020, 02:22:05 AM
I’ve come to really appreciate HiCRI.  You usually lose some brightness but the color is great.

Yeah, when I bought my Olight mini Baton, I bought the high CRI version. I am not as concerned about high-end lumens is a light like that.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on April 02, 2020, 09:38:42 AM
Yeah,
The beam is a nice warm white,
Here is a shot from left to right :
MT06 ; MT06MD ; Convoy S2+

Little bonus : the o-ring is glow-in-the-dark  :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: spudley112 on April 02, 2020, 06:22:55 PM
My FW3A I got from sos is the warmest beam I own. Heck, it is hard to even imagine it is an LED. I started thinking about warmer tint more after buying a diffuser to use my lights as a camp lantern. After awhile, that bluish tint gets annoying...the warm light feels very natural.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mcfal12 on April 09, 2020, 04:33:21 AM
The Hatori is my all time favorite EDC flashlight. Not nearly as feature rich as many other models, however the combination of the size, brightness, AAA powered, inclusion of a pocket clip, single mode and end cap on/off fit my needs perfectly.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on April 13, 2020, 08:32:10 PM
Another Peak:
(https://i.imgur.com/y6VBAA8l.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on April 13, 2020, 09:43:58 PM
My FW3A I got from sos is the warmest beam I own. Heck, it is hard to even imagine it is an LED. I started thinking about warmer tint more after buying a diffuser to use my lights as a camp lantern. After awhile, that bluish tint gets annoying...the warm light feels very natural.

My preference tends to be neutral tints, with my favorite being a Nichia 219c 5000k.  Most of my cooler lights don’t get much use and the ones I use are usually when I only need a bright thrower.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: comis on April 14, 2020, 05:03:42 PM
My FW3A I got from sos is the warmest beam I own. Heck, it is hard to even imagine it is an LED. I started thinking about warmer tint more after buying a diffuser to use my lights as a camp lantern. After awhile, that bluish tint gets annoying...the warm light feels very natural.

My preference tends to be neutral tints, with my favorite being a Nichia 219c 5000k.  Most of my cooler lights don’t get much use and the ones I use are usually when I only need a bright thrower.

I used to be a chaser for the cool white when led tech first came out, since there wasn't any choice for a 'warm' tint, and it was either white or puke green-yellow.  But it is a totally different story nowadays.  Warmer/neutral tints do have its merit, especially comes to color rendition and contrast.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on April 24, 2020, 07:26:12 PM
Sunwayman with Sky Lumen mod to High CRI:
(https://i.imgur.com/7vLR1rcl.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: in_sympathy on April 26, 2020, 01:46:44 PM
Fenix LD02 v2. Seem to love it - has all I need and more and fits nicely into my Victorinox Work Champ sheath
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200426/14c98174639f65a91eeecaaa4b101819.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: jaya_man on April 26, 2020, 02:21:46 PM
Mecarmy SGN3 and Lumintop Glow 1...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200426/9eda40affb6f4349682108730b8c7704.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on April 28, 2020, 09:04:10 PM
My latest lights are a cheapo UV light from Amazon and this little cracker:

(https://i.imgur.com/q4Lupyj.png)


(https://i.imgur.com/mqGLY5F.png)

It's my 3rd Lumintop now (Tool AA and TiTool AAA) and I'm thoroughly impressed not only with the quality of their lights but also the amount of accessories they include as standard (glow diffusers, spare o-rings, alternate tailcaps, ketchains etc.). Definitley have more on my list for the coming months!  :gimme:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: WolfHunter3877 on April 29, 2020, 01:26:28 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200428/d6e813d8bf129a9e83078f16d4be7b97.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mcfal12 on April 29, 2020, 04:36:42 AM

Nice blade!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on May 05, 2020, 11:13:50 PM
:mail:


Convoy S2+ with SST20 HighCRI 4000K emitter powered by the driver having 6*7135 modules

Because one wasn't enough,
I got another one : Orange Convoy S2+ SST20 HighCRI 4000K emitter and OP reflector (first one was SMO), still powered by the driver having 6*7135 modules

It is a lot more "copper-like" colored than orange in real life, but appears orange in the pictures

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on May 06, 2020, 12:11:51 AM
Because one wasn't enough,
I got another one : Orange Convoy S2+ SST20 HighCRI 4000K emitter and OP reflector (first one was SMO), still powered by the driver having 6*7135 modules

It is a lot more "copper-like" colored than orange in real life, but appears orange in the pictures

Tough to do better than the S2+!
It pays to buy them in bulk too!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on May 20, 2020, 09:45:03 PM
Delivered today a Fenix CL23 lantern in red color.
I found it very functional and well designed.
It has a neutral led with a power of 40, 150 and 300 lumens but also a another lvertical light (2 and 25 lumens) which can be used as a directional flashlight but it is also useful when it is hung on a hook, it illuminates the bed or the curtain with a matte and very warm light.
There is also a "front" level of 25 lumens which is useful for projecting light at a specific point (instead of having the light diffused on 360 degrees)
I have an old CL25R that uses 18650s and I bought this CL23 because I have an unused quantity of Eneloop.
I like to use lanterns in the bedroom when I want very low light for reading or resting.
After seeing the CL23 I was about to buy the CL26R but I ended up buying another CL23 in green color.
The only criticism for the CL23 is that the red light (fixed and / or intermittent) with only 1 lumes of power, I would have preferred at least 2 lumens.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stormdrane on June 10, 2020, 05:36:18 PM
A single mode 1AA Energizer light to give to my Pa for Father's Day, that he can attach to his walker.
(https://i.imgur.com/b8dZAbK.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 10, 2020, 07:56:57 PM
A single mode 1AA Energizer light to give to my Pa for Father's Day, that he can attach to his walker.
(https://i.imgur.com/b8dZAbK.jpg)
that looks really handy.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on June 11, 2020, 01:55:27 PM
After buying two Fenix CL23 lanterns (AA battery)  I also bought the Fenix CL26R (version with battery 18650)
Very beautiful and functional, it has USB charging and is slightly higher than the AA version.
I would have liked to have it sold with a larger battery (comes with 2600 mA) but I have verified that it has two springs and works with any battery (even flat) so no problem.

I also bought a Fenix PD36R for a gift,
Really high-performance flashlight, but I asked Amazon for a replacement because the specimen I bought seems to vibrate during USB charging.
I'd like to buy a PD36R for me too but I'll wait until there is a 5000K or 4000K version.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on June 12, 2020, 10:37:04 PM
Two more Peaks.
The big Logan runs all types of AA, AAA and CR123 batteries with the adapter kit.
 (https://i.imgur.com/6YcKd4Al.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 15, 2020, 03:49:38 PM
Anyone else remember these? (or am I just showing my age?)  :D

(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=481157)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 15, 2020, 04:07:57 PM
A single mode 1AA Energizer light to give to my Pa for Father's Day, that he can attach to his walker.
(https://i.imgur.com/b8dZAbK.jpg)

That seemed like such a good light we got one for my father-in-law.   :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Fuzzbucket on June 15, 2020, 04:49:03 PM
Anyone else remember these? (or am I just showing my age?)  :D

(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=481157)

That's exactly what I've just said in the other thread  Ha! I remember those!  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 15, 2020, 05:21:40 PM
That's exactly what I've just said in the other thread  Ha! I remember those!  :D

Absolutely THE torch to have when I was in the Cubs.  :D  Picked these two up cheaply on Ebay.  Hadn't realised that one had the original box! 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: eamo on June 15, 2020, 05:45:23 PM
Anyone else remember these? (or am I just showing my age?)  :D

yeah to both  :)

and as to my latest light, got a Fenix HM65R hoping it'll prove waterproof and durable.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 15, 2020, 06:05:13 PM
yeah to both  :)

and as to my latest light, got a Fenix HM65R hoping it'll prove waterproof and durable.

It certainly looks the business.  8)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: eamo on June 15, 2020, 06:49:56 PM
It certainly looks the business.  8)

we'll see how it does, given we're days away from mid summer it'll be a while before it gets a decent test  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: eamo on June 17, 2020, 12:53:43 PM
finally, a picture of it  :)

(https://i.imgur.com/3A38lQx.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 17, 2020, 02:27:54 PM
 :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tet on June 24, 2020, 03:21:26 AM
I like that Fenix, looks good!  last week I got a Fenix E18, I love it!

But my latest one came today on the recommendation of SOS24, it's an Acebeam TK16 with the HiCri SST20 emitter.  I'm impatiently waiting for it to get dark tonight!
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on June 24, 2020, 04:18:21 AM
I like that Fenix, looks good!  last week I got a Fenix E18, I love it!

But my latest one came today on the recommendation of SOS24, it's an Acebeam TK16 with the HiCri SST20 emitter.  I'm impatiently waiting for it to get dark tonight!

The copper does look nice.  Interested in hearing your impressions. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on June 24, 2020, 04:27:05 AM
My new Jetbeam RRT01 Raptor with extender kit. 
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200624/f62886f8f0236b07ddc4ce6c1037abf8.plist)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tet on June 24, 2020, 05:42:36 AM
That looks great!  Looks like a rotary switch I think?  What's the extender bit for?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tet on June 24, 2020, 05:50:55 AM
The copper does look nice.  Interested in hearing your impressions.

First impressions are great.  I was out looking at some pine trees around and comparing it to my Thrunite T1 and Fenix E181R.  The trees were great because I could really tell how much more detail I was able to see with the HiCri emitter.  I knew the copper would be a lot heavier, but it feels really good in hand and just feels nice and solid.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tet on June 24, 2020, 06:23:54 AM
My new Jetbeam RRT01 Raptor with extender kit. 
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200624/f62886f8f0236b07ddc4ce6c1037abf8.plist)

Which emitter did you get?  I'm guessing it's HiCri?
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on June 24, 2020, 07:01:48 AM
Which emitter did you get?  I'm guessing it's HiCri?
Your guess is correct, I went with the Nichia.  It is a little warmer than I usually go for but that makes it is easy on the eyes with great color.

Based off your description with the TK16, I’m guessing you decided to try the HiCRI?

That looks great!  Looks like a rotary switch I think?  What's the extender bit for?
The light is a combination tail switch (on/off) and rotary (adjust brightness).

The extended kit is for increasing battery compatibility.  The light comes with an 18350, but can use 16340 and CR123.  With one extension tube, you can use 18500 and it doesn’t say it but 14500 (although might want to make sleeve for diameter difference.  With both extension tubes, can use 18650s.  Although I did notice that the batteries need to be button top.  My flat top 18650s would not work.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ddogu on June 24, 2020, 08:50:26 AM
Which emitter did you get?  I'm guessing it's HiCri?
Such a cool looking torch!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tet on June 24, 2020, 04:51:31 PM
Your guess is correct, I went with the Nichia.  It is a little warmer than I usually go for but that makes it is easy on the eyes with great color.

Based off your description with the TK16, I’m guessing you decided to try the HiCRI?
The light is a combination tail switch (on/off) and rotary (adjust brightness).

The extended kit is for increasing battery compatibility.  The light comes with an 18350, but can use 16340 and CR123.  With one extension tube, you can use 18500 and it doesn’t say it but 14500 (although might want to make sleeve for diameter difference.  With both extension tubes, can use 18650s.  Although I did notice that the batteries need to be button top.  My flat top 18650s would not work.

Looks great! I'll be interested to hear about it.  What is the size of that one?
Yes I got the HiCri SST 20 emitter.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: JustinCase on June 25, 2020, 01:42:39 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200428/d6e813d8bf129a9e83078f16d4be7b97.jpg)

You need a better looking torch to accompany that sexy Launch Stiletto :dd:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dan B on June 25, 2020, 03:17:35 AM
You need a better looking torch to accompany that sexy Launch Stiletto :dd:
Bah! It may be simple, unassuming, common, utilitarian even, but I've not found a light that I have recommended to more people or one that has been better received.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on June 30, 2020, 04:38:16 PM
Got in a Nitecore Tiki today.  First impressions are very good.

(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=482780)
https://flashlight.nitecore.com/product/tiki
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: BadMechanic on July 06, 2020, 06:11:52 AM
Olight PL Pro Valkyrie in Desert Tan and Olight S2R Baton II. Cant wait!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mike23 on July 13, 2020, 06:45:56 PM
I received an olight i5t Eos yesterday. So far so good. I normally like my torches with AAA batteries, but time will tell. Was actually looking the i3t but got too good a deal on the i5t.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: greenbear on July 24, 2020, 02:42:05 PM
I just received a Nitecore LR12.  A much appreciated gift from my daughter, this is a really good flashlight. 

It has four light settings from "just about enough to see in really dark conditions" (58 lumens) and then rising in increments to "wow it's daylight in here" (1000 lumens).  Runs on CR123 batteries and also on 18650 rechargeables. 

It works well as a flashlight, but also has a wind out diffuser to use as a tent light or for power outs etc.

Positives:  Light, fairly compact, and a whopping 1000 lumens if you need it. Wind out diffuser for blackouts etc.  It is the big brother of the Nitecore LA10 which is a superb tent light / electronic candle so has the magnetic base and proven robust build quality of that model.

Downsides: Smooth barrel, so ideally needs the lanyard (supplied).  Base tightening for switch rather than push button, so does need two hands to turn on/off & adjust (I'm happy with this arrangement but I know some folks prefer a traditional on/off switch).  Diffuser not as good as on LA10, but works better as a flashlight.

Overall: I'm very pleased with the build quality and compact nature of this flashlight  :tu:
Title: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on August 09, 2020, 04:22:53 AM
Got in a Nitecore Tiki today.  First impressions are very good.

(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=482780)
https://flashlight.nitecore.com/product/tiki
Nice light and glad your first impression is positive.  I recently became aware this light existed and am considering getting it to replace the Niteye Mini on my keychain
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on August 10, 2020, 10:44:14 PM
Nice light and glad your first impression is positive.  I recently became aware this light existed and am considering getting it to replace the Niteye Mini on my keychain

It's been in my pocket non-stop since I bought it and I really have no complaints.  I'd loose the UV light without any issue but it's not a real problem. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Echotech on August 11, 2020, 12:00:29 PM
Got in a Nitecore Tiki today.  First impressions are very good.

(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=33813.0;attach=482780)
https://flashlight.nitecore.com/product/tiki
Ordered! Been very happy with the tubes and find the tip just a bit too big for the keychain but like the extra power, Tiki looks prefect should get it in next few days


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on August 11, 2020, 04:23:18 PM
Ordered! Been very happy with the tubes and find the tip just a bit too big for the keychain but like the extra power, Tiki looks prefect should get it in next few days


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Awesome.  I hope you like it as much as I do.  The Tube is still a great option and I don't mind the extra size of the TIP but the Tiki really does feel to be the best of both worlds. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Echotech on August 12, 2020, 10:07:55 AM
Awesome.  I hope you like it as much as I do.  The Tube is still a great option and I don't mind the extra size of the TIP but the Tiki really does feel to be the best of both worlds. :)
Got it today, seems really good, very versatile and fits on the key ring perfectly (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200812/26c31e87727340b7a3aeb37d39c4c049.jpg)


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Chako on August 12, 2020, 10:55:42 PM
Today, I have added a Nebo "The Classic".

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50218989693_0043af2385_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jvFs2T)IMG_8948A (https://flic.kr/p/2jvFs2T) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50219641261_d05d094b69_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jvJMHP)IMG_8952A (https://flic.kr/p/2jvJMHP) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50219860507_45a901648f_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jvKUTV)IMG_8954A (https://flic.kr/p/2jvKUTV) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50219640211_f76fe6541b_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jvJMpH)IMG_8956A (https://flic.kr/p/2jvJMpH) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr

The switch has 3 positions. The middle position allows the use of the red round button to activate the light at will. Stated run time is 8 hours on 6 AA, with a lumen of 640.

What can I say, it was on sale.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on August 12, 2020, 11:10:25 PM
I do love a bit of retro styling Dan.  8)  Six AAs though!  I don't think I could afford to use it :ahhh

 :D :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Chako on August 13, 2020, 03:31:53 AM
I buy them in bulk.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on August 13, 2020, 09:12:18 AM
I buy them in bulk.

You may be interested in rechargeable batteries  :pok:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Chako on August 13, 2020, 09:43:14 AM
I buy those in bulk as well.  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on August 13, 2020, 09:47:54 AM
I buy those in bulk as well.  :D

I just did some Googline and it looks like that light was a limited edition, you can still find them for around $30USD but not locally in the UK. Why did you do this to me Chako, nothing but a tempter  :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gregozedobe on August 13, 2020, 05:25:17 PM
I just did some Googline and it looks like that light was a limited edition, you can still find them for around $30USD but not locally in the UK. Why did you do this to me Chako, nothing but a tempter :facepalm:

Chako is an enabler par excellence !  He has directly caused my wallet to be lighter by some thousands of dollars ....  :D

Look at his posts and photos at your peril.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on August 13, 2020, 08:55:19 PM
I just did some Googline and it looks like that light was a limited edition, you can still find them for around $30USD but not locally in the UK. Why did you do this to me Chako, nothing but a tempter  :facepalm:

Sorry to say, but you won't find any...

 :-[ :-\

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Chako buys them in bulk, too...

 :facepalm:


 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Chako on August 14, 2020, 12:07:13 AM
 :whistle:

The local shop has plenty in stock. I fear sending it off to you in the UK will cost a mint. I sent a package to a fellow member in New Zealand and it cost me nearly 70 bucks and it took 3 months to reach him.  :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gregozedobe on August 14, 2020, 03:31:58 AM
:whistle:

The local shop has plenty in stock. I fear sending it off to you in the UK will cost a mint. I sent a package to a fellow member in New Zealand and it cost me nearly 70 bucks and it took 3 months to reach him.  :ahhh

Yeah, international postage costs and slowness are a real buzzkill these days ;(
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on August 14, 2020, 05:03:00 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200814/6822227190861457f08ec36063c9df30.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: cody6268 on August 19, 2020, 05:08:58 PM
Today, I have added a Nebo "The Classic".

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50218989693_0043af2385_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jvFs2T)IMG_8948A (https://flic.kr/p/2jvFs2T) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50219641261_d05d094b69_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jvJMHP)IMG_8952A (https://flic.kr/p/2jvJMHP) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50219860507_45a901648f_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jvKUTV)IMG_8954A (https://flic.kr/p/2jvKUTV) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50219640211_f76fe6541b_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jvJMpH)IMG_8956A (https://flic.kr/p/2jvJMpH) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr

The switch has 3 positions. The middle position allows the use of the red round button to activate the light at will. Stated run time is 8 hours on 6 AA, with a lumen of 640.

What can I say, it was on sale.

Looks pretty neat! Around here, basically every mom and pop shop carries Nebo flashlights, usually a smaller worklight model. But aiee, 6xAA? It's the reason I went to rechargeable Olights for my main lights, and am getting Eneloops for all that use AA and AAA batteries. Besides, looking at the manual on my i3EOS, I can get a lot more runtime with rechargeables.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dan B on August 19, 2020, 05:10:19 PM
Does this Classic have the ability to use D cells? It seems like it should be the right size.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Chako on August 19, 2020, 06:26:15 PM
Not sure...but at the same voltage...if it does fit, you will be tossing away a lot of lumen.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gregozedobe on August 19, 2020, 07:08:54 PM
I recently received a RovyVon Aurora A6, and decided I liked it so much I have just ordered the slightly more powerful A8X.  I don't use my small lights on Hi for very long, and these tiny lights have a very impressive Hi (and shine for a long time on the more sensible Lo settings).  They have a rechargeable battery but it is built in, so when it claps out I guess I will be buying a complete new light ( hopefully that is some years away).
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on September 01, 2020, 01:44:15 AM
Noctigon KR1vn. 

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200831/f89e7e0bbe94fba52e33762b989c284e.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on September 02, 2020, 01:30:01 AM
Nice light Sos, looks like an impressive one for a single 18650  :tu:

Today my free i1r 2 arrived from the Olight sale (just had to pay p&p, bargain!). I'm liking the changes over my original version, I was lucky to get mint like I wanted too:

(https://img.imageupload.net/2020/09/02/received_689910664933431.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on September 02, 2020, 01:41:23 AM
Nice light Sos, looks like an impressive one for a single 18650  :tu:

Today my free i1r 2 arrived from the Olight sale (just had to pay p&p, bargain!). I'm liking the changes over my original version, I was lucky to get mint like I wanted too:

(https://img.imageupload.net/2020/09/02/received_689910664933431.jpg)
Thanks.  And nice find for you as well.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gregozedobe on September 02, 2020, 07:42:28 AM
I recently received a RovyVon Aurora A6, and decided I liked it so much I have just ordered the slightly more powerful A8X.  I don't use my small lights on Hi for very long, and these tiny lights have a very impressive Hi (and shine for a long time on the more sensible Lo settings).  They have a rechargeable battery but it is built in, so when it claps out I guess I will be buying a complete new light ( hopefully that is some years away).

The RovyVon Aurora A8x arrived and I tried it out last night.  It is indeed very bright for such a tiny light (although not for long, output drops back quickly due to heat build-up).

I think I like it, but the user interface takes a bit of getting used to (lots of options, including Uv).  It's on my car keys, so we'll see if it sticks (I have quite a few other small lights if I decide I don't like it long term)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on September 03, 2020, 05:42:00 PM
The RovyVon Aurora A8x arrived and I tried it out last night.  It is indeed very bright for such a tiny light (although not for long, output drops back quickly due to heat build-up).

I think I like it, but the user interface takes a bit of getting used to (lots of options, including Uv).  It's on my car keys, so we'll see if it sticks (I have quite a few other small lights if I decide I don't like it long term)

I have the copy very similar light from Nitecore.  I'm happy enough with the double click to access the main light but the triple click for the UV etc is a bit more fiddly.  Not that I'm trying to use the secondary LEDs all the often mind you.  However when I do I will often end up turning the main light on and cycling one mode forward. Not the end of the world and it might be easier if I actually did it more. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gregozedobe on September 04, 2020, 05:58:22 AM
.... it might be easier if I actually did it more.

That's the downside of "less common/more complex" User Interfaces (UI).

If you don't use the light regularly you tend to forget how to use the light efficiently, so you just start clicking (or twisting) at random and hope you end up with something approximating what you wanted.

I like the Zebralight UI, press and hold until you get something usable.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Chako on September 06, 2020, 01:02:16 AM
A NEBO PaL +.

3 functions on tap.

1. 400 lumen flashlight with strobe and variable power from 40 lumen up to 400 lumen. Press the button once to power up the flashlight. Double tap it to get the strobe. Hold the button down and the light will dim and get brighter...with a blink at both the lowest and highest end. Simply release the button at the desired light level.

2. A built in 3 inch knife that is also easily removed for those countries where having a liner locked blade is undesirable.

3. A power bank.

The flashlight uses rechargeable batteries. When plugged in, the flashlight will flash red to indicate charging at the charging port. When the red led is constant, then you are fully charged. To use the flashlight as a charging device, insert the USB cable in the flashlight, and the other end into the device you need to re-charge. When using it for this purpose, the tail red indicator light will change to blue.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50309181123_d2de6de143_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jDDGNx)DSCN0831A (https://flic.kr/p/2jDDGNx) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr

The blade is of good size and also features both a plain and serrated edge.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50310018002_ea24ac6156_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jDHZzu)DSCN0837A (https://flic.kr/p/2jDHZzu) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr

The end cap pulls off and gives you access to the charging port and the USB port to use the device as an emergency charging device.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50309848301_b2ad6000fc_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jDH88B)DSCN0838A (https://flic.kr/p/2jDH88B) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr



Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: parnass on September 22, 2020, 05:22:06 AM
My latest flashlight is a Streamlight ProTac 90.  It is shown next to 2 Energizer right angle lights.  All of them can be powered by a single AA battery, but the ProTac 90 can be powered with either an AA, AAA, or CR123 battery.

(http://parnass.com/images/right-angle-lights.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on September 22, 2020, 02:22:36 PM
My latest flashlight is a Streamlight ProTac 90.  It is shown next to 2 Energizer right angle lights.  All of them can be powered by a single AA battery, but the ProTac 90 can be powered with either an AA, AAA, or CR123 battery.

(http://parnass.com/images/right-angle-lights.jpg)

I picket up the middle Energizer for my father-in-law.  An excellent light for those who don't require multiple modes etc.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dan B on September 22, 2020, 02:28:22 PM
I love the Protac 1l-1aa lights! So many batteries that they can take. Not just the ones that you listed but the Lithium ion version of them as well so the 16350, 14500, and 10440.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: parnass on September 22, 2020, 09:21:20 PM
I picket up the middle Energizer for my father-in-law.  An excellent light for those who don't require multiple modes etc.

Yes, that Energizer Hardcase light is so handy.  The rubber-like case is rugged and the magnets in the pocket clip make it easy to affix to steel surfaces.  The beam is a very broad flood compared to the Streamlight ProTac 90 which has much less spill and more throw.  Amazon has temporarily reduced the price of that Hardcase light to about $10 (US).
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on September 23, 2020, 06:42:03 PM
A NEBO PaL +.

3 functions on tap.

1. 400 lumen flashlight with strobe and variable power from 40 lumen up to 400 lumen. Press the button once to power up the flashlight. Double tap it to get the strobe. Hold the button down and the light will dim and get brighter...with a blink at both the lowest and highest end. Simply release the button at the desired light level.

2. A built in 3 inch knife that is also easily removed for those countries where having a liner locked blade is undesirable.

3. A power bank.

The flashlight uses rechargeable batteries. When plugged in, the flashlight will flash red to indicate charging at the charging port. When the red led is constant, then you are fully charged. To use the flashlight as a charging device, insert the USB cable in the flashlight, and the other end into the device you need to re-charge. When using it for this purpose, the tail red indicator light will change to blue.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50309181123_d2de6de143_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jDDGNx)DSCN0831A (https://flic.kr/p/2jDDGNx) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr

The blade is of good size and also features both a plain and serrated edge.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50310018002_ea24ac6156_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jDHZzu)DSCN0837A (https://flic.kr/p/2jDHZzu) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr

The end cap pulls off and gives you access to the charging port and the USB port to use the device as an emergency charging device.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50309848301_b2ad6000fc_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jDH88B)DSCN0838A (https://flic.kr/p/2jDH88B) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr

That looks quite handy.

 :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on October 07, 2020, 06:21:31 PM
Fenix TK11 Tac.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: cody6268 on October 07, 2020, 08:36:52 PM
A NEBO PaL +.

3 functions on tap.

1. 400 lumen flashlight with strobe and variable power from 40 lumen up to 400 lumen. Press the button once to power up the flashlight. Double tap it to get the strobe. Hold the button down and the light will dim and get brighter...with a blink at both the lowest and highest end. Simply release the button at the desired light level.

2. A built in 3 inch knife that is also easily removed for those countries where having a liner locked blade is undesirable.

3. A power bank.

The flashlight uses rechargeable batteries. When plugged in, the flashlight will flash red to indicate charging at the charging port. When the red led is constant, then you are fully charged. To use the flashlight as a charging device, insert the USB cable in the flashlight, and the other end into the device you need to re-charge. When using it for this purpose, the tail red indicator light will change to blue.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50309181123_d2de6de143_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jDDGNx)DSCN0831A (https://flic.kr/p/2jDDGNx) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr

The blade is of good size and also features both a plain and serrated edge.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50310018002_ea24ac6156_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jDHZzu)DSCN0837A (https://flic.kr/p/2jDHZzu) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr

The end cap pulls off and gives you access to the charging port and the USB port to use the device as an emergency charging device.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50309848301_b2ad6000fc_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jDH88B)DSCN0838A (https://flic.kr/p/2jDH88B) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr





I think I'm gonna buy one of those to keep in my truck as a backup tool. I already have a good knife and light in there, but I am a walking example of Murphy's Law.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on October 09, 2020, 06:11:44 PM
Does a hat count?
I’ve had this one for a while but just never put it to use, my other hat had all my patches and pins on it and I kinda got tired of every once and a while getting bumped on the head and one of the pins poking me, so I said I want a hat that only has patches and preferably only the pvc ones, but I also said how about we make this even better and go with one of those lighted hats?
Was a pain to stitch up the Velcro for the patches but it’s getting there, still have some room for more patches, there just hard to find in pvc, the only ones that are not pvc are my JR and MadPlumbarian on the back, cause well I’m not ordering a min of like 50 each! I also made a unique patch which is nothing but two pieces of Velcro, both ends folded, yet the one end stitched shut along with the sides while the other is left open, it goes right where a normal patch would go, then you’d put a patch right on it, yeah it sticks out a very little but you’d really never know, but, you could put a few bills or a spare key in it and it wouldn’t show!
As far as the light, it has 4led, 2 that kinda point down and 2 that kinda point a little more forward, they run on 4 watch size batteries and if you order them in bulk pretty cheap, just don’t order them from the manufacture! Here’s a few pics the one of us walking it was one spot pitch black and we couldn’t see the sidewalk, so I used the light, and it lit it up!
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on October 09, 2020, 06:16:28 PM
Guess I couldn’t post the others?
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on November 05, 2020, 05:30:57 AM
The new Jetbeam Mini 1 rechargeable
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201105/630e5b75287cb287727199ec87a8514e.jpg)
I had been looking at a couple other similar flashlights, but when I saw this one, I decided to try it out.  I’m hoping it will make a nice keychain light, which it should, as long as the side button doesn’t accidentally turn on.


http://www.jetbeamlight.com/products_show315.html
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: marko14 on November 16, 2020, 03:24:55 PM
Ledlenser P3

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on November 16, 2020, 05:28:59 PM
The light hat is pretty cool MadP. 

Nice lights Sos and marko.  Been running a Photon X on me keyring for a good long while.  I almost bought the many different keychain lights that came out since but nothing tempted me beyond  :drool:.  Accidental on is never a good thing for a light that will mingle with keys and car fobs.  I hope yours will remain off and only turn on when activated. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: marko14 on November 16, 2020, 07:20:54 PM
The light hat is pretty cool MadP. 

Nice lights Sos and marko.  Been running a Photon X on me keyring for a good long while.  I almost bought the many different keychain lights that came out since but nothing tempted me beyond  :drool:.  Accidental on is never a good thing for a light that will mingle with keys and car fobs.  I hope yours will remain off and only turn on when activated.
Thank you

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: chip on November 16, 2020, 08:47:12 PM
Today I had a couple of fenix E01 v2 keychain torches arrive and they look top banana for the money. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on November 18, 2020, 08:03:47 PM
Two recent AAAs. One is a very hot-rodded ToolVn Ti and the other is a Prometheus Beta Ti.
(https://i.imgur.com/sUwpwisl.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on January 07, 2021, 07:40:26 PM
latest is Wurkkos HD20 (on the right)

from left to right :
Manker e02II (not modded yet), Sofirn SP40 (18350) with DC-fix 'mod', Sofirn SP40 (18650) with LED swap : LH351D 4000K, Wurkkos HD20 (not modded, yet) 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ToolJoe on January 17, 2021, 06:03:52 PM
NEBO Poplight and Angle light AA.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 18, 2021, 02:19:53 AM
Two recent AAAs. One is a very hot-rodded ToolVn Ti and the other is a Prometheus Beta Ti.
(https://i.imgur.com/sUwpwisl.jpg)

I love my old regular Tool Vn and saw he has a Ti one now. How do you like it so far? What options did you go with??
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Paige on January 19, 2021, 09:30:09 AM
Mine is SolarForce L2T.

(http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee21/edap617/EDC/SolarForce1.jpg)

(http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee21/edap617/EDC/SolarForce2.jpg)

Yours is great! I think mine is not bad too.
I own a multi-functional penlight which seems more like a "plus it's a pen" then a pen that does other stuff.
I want to share the pictures of my REMOVED Penlight but don't know how lol
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dan B on January 19, 2021, 02:01:31 PM
NEBO Poplight and Angle light AA.
I just got my wife a Nebo poplite for Christmas. She loves it! Couldn't care two hoots for any of mine but she loves that thing!

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on January 20, 2021, 01:23:32 AM
I just got a used Oveready BOSS.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 20, 2021, 01:47:01 AM
I just got a used Oveready BOSS.

Never heard of it before but wow,whata flashlight :o

Congrats :tu:

Pictures and thoughts once you have had time to play with it a bit :pok:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 20, 2021, 01:49:41 AM
Never heard of it before but wow,whata flashlight :o

Congrats :tu:

Pictures and thoughts once you have had time to play with it a bit :pok:
:iagree:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on January 20, 2021, 08:36:49 AM
Here is a picture of it
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210120/97bb202b8c6d1b4d62af6b07f516f5a3.jpg)
I’ve heard a lot of great things about them but never seemed to catch them in stock on their site plus wasn’t sure I wanted to spend to get a new one.  I was happy when I found this one used in the configuration I wanted (Nichia w/red).

I am pretty happy with it so far, just from a night of using (playing with it).  It is lighter weight than I was expecting, but feels solid.  The beam and tint are nice.  I don’t have a meter to measure actual brightness/throw but in comparing to other lights I have it seems on par with their listed states.  The tail switch boot is a little swishing for my liking, but not a deal breaker. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: McStitchy on January 20, 2021, 08:50:38 AM
Congrats Sherry, that's a stunner  :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pipedreams on January 20, 2021, 03:59:48 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/t01Q24m.jpg)

I’ve been carrying this MecArmy SGN3 for a couple of months now. 3 levels of white light with red and UV LEDs. It’s also USB rechargeable. Built like a tank.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: McStitchy on January 26, 2021, 02:51:50 PM
Nice little light pipedreams  :tu:

Do you use the UV mode often?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pipedreams on January 27, 2021, 02:03:22 AM
Nice little light pipedreams  :tu:

Do you use the UV mode often?
I use it fairly regularly to charge glow-in-the-dark items. I use the red light a lot.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: theonew on January 27, 2021, 06:57:33 AM
Lumintop Tool AA 2.0

(https://i.imgur.com/QSqRwhf.jpg)

I like it a lot. Using a 14500 it is seriously bright  :)

Funny thing is when you using a 14500 the clicky glows blue but it doesn't when using a NIMH battery  :think:

(https://i.imgur.com/pf51gJg.jpg)

I've only had it for a day but it will definitely enter the flashlight rotation.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: McStitchy on January 27, 2021, 08:40:40 AM
Lumintop Tool AA 2.0

(https://i.imgur.com/QSqRwhf.jpg)

I like it a lot. Using a 14500 it is seriously bright  :)

Funny thing is when you using a 14500 the clicky glows blue but it doesn't when using a NIMH battery  :think:

(https://i.imgur.com/pf51gJg.jpg)

I've only had it for a day but it will definitely enter the flashlight rotation.


I love my Lumintop Tool AA v2.
As for the button light when using 14500 I can confirm that. The voltage for the electronic to do that must be high enough.

I do mechanically lock out the light by loosening the head when not in use. That does switch off the button light and safes power.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: McStitchy on January 27, 2021, 08:42:11 AM
I use it fairly regularly to charge glow-in-the-dark items. I use the red light a lot.

 :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 27, 2021, 08:49:04 AM
Lumintop Tool AA 2.0

(https://i.imgur.com/QSqRwhf.jpg)

I like it a lot. Using a 14500 it is seriously bright  :)

Funny thing is when you using a 14500 the clicky glows blue but it doesn't when using a NIMH battery  :think:

(https://i.imgur.com/pf51gJg.jpg)

I've only had it for a day but it will definitely enter the flashlight rotation.


I've been EDCing one of those for 2-3 months now and I love it. I use the tail cap indicator to see if I locked it out so it doesn't turn on accidentally. :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on January 27, 2021, 08:50:21 AM
Hehe, the stiched one beat me to it ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: McStitchy on January 27, 2021, 08:53:55 AM
 :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: theonew on January 27, 2021, 09:10:20 AM
Thanks and great tip on the lock out. For day to day, and getting up in the middle of the night, I really like the glow, but is def a parasitic waste over the long term.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on January 27, 2021, 11:44:03 AM
Funny thing is when you using a 14500 the clicky glows blue but it doesn't when using a NIMH battery  :think:

Switch glow is usually made with a simple LED+resistor without any (boost) transformer,
- NiMH batteries are under the forward voltage of the LED+resistor, so no current can flow through the diode
- Li-ion batteries are above that forward voltage, making the diode glow as the current flows through it :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on January 27, 2021, 04:20:48 PM
Thanks, now I've got to try my Lumintop Tool running 14500s.  Its a great light even on eneloops. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on January 28, 2021, 12:56:35 AM
 :dunno: Put in a fresh 14500 and no tail glow.  Not a big deal as the light is terrific and the tail glow is not something I missed.  I do like the rubber glow diffuser they give.  Makes for a nice lantern. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: McStitchy on January 28, 2021, 01:08:01 AM
I think the button glow only comes from v2.0 on Aloha  :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on January 28, 2021, 01:33:00 AM
 :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: McStitchy on January 28, 2021, 01:41:08 AM
well... I'll be damned  :tu:

Btw, the diffuser that comes with it is a nice extra  :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on January 28, 2021, 01:45:43 AM
 :iagree:.  I love that diffuser so I keep it on full time.  I didn't know the tail glowed so no loss for me.  Neat but not a critical or needed feature. 

Its such a great light!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: theonew on January 29, 2021, 07:10:50 AM
Totally lovin' this Lumintop. Perfect size and brightness and runtime for my purposes  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on January 29, 2021, 07:29:22 AM
Lumintop Tool AA 2.0

(https://i.imgur.com/QSqRwhf.jpg)

I like it a lot. Using a 14500 it is seriously bright  :)

Funny thing is when you using a 14500 the clicky glows blue but it doesn't when using a NIMH battery  :think:

(https://i.imgur.com/pf51gJg.jpg)

I've only had it for a day but it will definitely enter the flashlight rotation.
The Tool is one of the best AA flashlights I have tried.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: William on February 02, 2021, 09:28:42 PM
I love my old regular Tool Vn and saw he has a Ti one now. How do you like it so far? What options did you go with??

Sorry for the late reply. The Tool Vn runs on a 10440 IMR. I had Vinh install a Nichia 219b 4500K. As you probably know, it is fully programmable (20 configuration I think). I am using a 6 step option which gives me 3 lowish outputs and 3 high outputs. Maybe 3-5 lumens to over 500 estimated. I like the single metal version without the brass rings too. I added the Prometheus clip.
Most recent is the new Nitecore TINI2 which is crazy with output (500 lumens) and technology. The screen gives output mode and time remaining as well as battery voltage. Full 2-stage lockout and no delayed turn on.
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on February 08, 2021, 05:10:56 PM
Just got 2 new Fenix PD32 V2, they will replace my 2 PD32 2016 model.

The PD32 are my most used lights, one resides in my work bag, the other as my EDC. Not a fan of pocket clips, so have removed from both.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ToolJoe on February 15, 2021, 01:10:30 PM
I just got a NEBO Anglelight AA after Christmas and not happy with it. I turned it on a couple times and it already seemed to burn out!  :rant:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on February 16, 2021, 02:26:49 AM
Just got 2 new Fenix PD32 V2, they will replace my 2 PD32 2016 model.

The PD32 are my most used lights, one resides in my work bag, the other as my EDC. Not a fan of pocket clips, so have removed from both.

Nice addition.  I like Fenix lights and have a few, but I do not have the PD32.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: cody6268 on February 25, 2021, 06:22:26 PM
Olight recently had another free light, this time, NOT an i3EOS (seriously, I have a ton already--I mostly give them away). This time, it was a light I really wanted to try--the i3TEOS.  The i5T is a little bit too large for a pocket flashlight, and heads keep coming unscrewed in my pocket on the i3EOS.   And, the i3EOS was only one setting (too bright for most indoor stuff), and the i5T's low is a little high output. But, the i3TEOS's 130 lumens on high/5 low is just the settings I want. 5 for most indoor jobs, 130 for farm work at night.  And, not a PITA  to cycle through like the S1R Baton II. This will, for sure, be my new EDC light.

I'm a really big Desert Tan fan too. I like the bronze-ish color they are. I have an i3EOS in use, as well as an I1R 2 that I haven't even opened yet (saving it for the day my original first-run I1R croaks, as I already have a silver I1R2 in use).

On another note, I've basically done every free light offer Olight seems to do. Most of the Olights I actually use were free lights or bought to get a free light. Probably why, despite the fact I prefer Maglite, I have probably 3-4 times the Olights as I do Maglites.


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on February 26, 2021, 12:41:57 AM
Nice addition Cody. 

If USPS ever delivers mine, a Peak Logan 17500 will be my latest flashlight. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on March 28, 2021, 10:47:20 PM
1st light in over a year since this whole mess started.
This is one obnoxious light!

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on April 04, 2021, 12:20:46 PM
Nitecore TIP SE, replacing the original TIP
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 04, 2021, 02:46:33 PM
Nitecore TIP SE, replacing the original TIP

Not really carried my TIP since I got my Tiki but I'll be interested to hear how you get on with the new one.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 04, 2021, 07:15:24 PM
Not really carried my TIP since I got my Tiki but I'll be interested to hear how you get on with the new one.  :tu:
Not really carried any of those small Nitecores since every single one turns on in my pocket no matter what I do and they are always dead when I need them!
Every Time!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on April 04, 2021, 07:38:14 PM
put them in Demo mode
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 04, 2021, 07:45:46 PM
Not really carried any of those small Nitecores since every single one turns on in my pocket no matter what I do and they are always dead when I need them!
Every Time!

Tiki needs a very quick double click to turn on (or long, sustained press for turbo).  Not once had it run flat in my pocket.  Not yet anyway.  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: chip on April 04, 2021, 08:00:23 PM
This year I have moved away from olight due to their customised batteries and started replacing them with fenix.

Over the last few months I have bought.
PD40rv2
PD36r
E28r
E20v2
E18r
And several E01v2’s for mr many bunches of keys.

Really pleased I did this after olight stopped supplying the customised batteries for four of the seven torches I bought in 2017.

This will not be a problem with the fenix. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 04, 2021, 08:02:59 PM
Tiki needs a very quick double click to turn on (or long, sustained press for turbo).  Not once had it run flat in my pocket.  Not yet anyway.  :D
Trust me they will always turn on in my pocket.
Do I sound like I have not tried every conceivable precaution?
Every one Every time


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on April 04, 2021, 08:11:40 PM
Not really carried any of those small Nitecores since every single one turns on in my pocket no matter what I do and they are always dead when I need them!
Every Time!
I’ve had the problem with a couple of keychain lights.

I have not had an issue with the Tiki or RovyVon Aurora.  Both require a double-click to turn on, which seems to work at least for me.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on April 04, 2021, 08:33:03 PM
Trust me they will always turn on in my pocket.
Do I sound like I have not tried every conceivable precaution?
Every one Every time


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How do you so consistently turn on so many different UIs of flashlights? It sounds more like a common denominator issue.

I recall you saying the same thing about Olights, but your experience increasingly seems nonstandard.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 04, 2021, 08:45:09 PM
I suppose it might depend on what else you carry in your pockets, or what type of trousers you wear even.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 04, 2021, 09:10:20 PM
I always have way too much in my pockets for sure and that is just not compatible with a light without a mechanical lockout.
Every light with some press sequence lockout is not reliable for me.

I also have trouble with Remote Key Fobs and can not really carry this as well.

As long as I have a Twisty light I can not count on it staying off in my pockets.

Or a Zebra clipped tp the top of my pocket,no lockout at all but a decently recessed button floating above all of the pocket stuff and clipped with the button against the fabric.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on April 04, 2021, 09:15:23 PM
It seems like consistent user error, I've never seen anyone have such a consistent issue with so many items. You might want to consider just changing how you carry. Belt carry is nice  :dunno:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 04, 2021, 10:42:15 PM
It seems like consistent user error, I've never seen anyone have such a consistent issue with so many items. You might want to consider just changing how you carry. Belt carry is nice  :dunno:
No big deal I just only carry lights that will not turn on in pocket,there are plenty!


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on April 07, 2021, 09:26:18 AM
Jetbeam Mini one SE
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: chip on April 08, 2021, 05:20:30 PM
Not had this long but its quickly become a firm favourite that has been in my pocket over the past few days.
Its not winning any lumen wars with a maximum output of 350 lumens, nor is it exactly small at 5 inches, and you cant charge the batteries in the torch.
so on paper it should not be what i reach for in the morning but i don't know why, i really like it.
Fenix e20v2
(https://i.imgur.com/9ptTMDX.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 08, 2021, 07:19:21 PM
Not had this long but its quickly become a firm favourite that has been in my pocket over the past few days.
Its not winning any lumen wars with a maximum output of 350 lumens, nor is it exactly small at 5 inches, and you cant charge the batteries in the torch.
so on paper it should not be what i reach for in the morning but i don't know why, i really like it.
Fenix e20v2
(https://i.imgur.com/9ptTMDX.jpg)
They make a solid light that you can count on which is more than can be said for others.


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: chip on April 08, 2021, 07:55:55 PM
They make a solid light that you can count on which is more than can be said for others.


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I own a few fenix lights now, this and my E28r  are my current favourites. No fancy colours just good reliable lights and no proprietary batteries.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 09, 2021, 01:11:00 AM
Not had this long but its quickly become a firm favourite that has been in my pocket over the past few days.
Its not winning any lumen wars with a maximum output of 350 lumens, nor is it exactly small at 5 inches, and you cant charge the batteries in the torch.
so on paper it should not be what i reach for in the morning but i don't know why, i really like it.
Fenix e20v2
(https://i.imgur.com/9ptTMDX.jpg)

It's been a long time since I carried a 2xAA but that still looks like a solid choice.  :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 09, 2021, 01:47:14 AM
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: chip on April 09, 2021, 01:56:45 AM
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Looks really good ezdog, I recently bought my first sofirn from Amazon and was so impressed I have ordered another from sofirn’s website which will probably take weeks to arrive from China. But for the value for money I can wait.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: chip on April 10, 2021, 09:07:54 PM
It's been a long time since I carried a 2xAA but that still looks like a solid choice.  :)

Thanks, I used to carry a 2AA mini maglite for years in the 90s and the fenix e20 despite being quite long it is very slim so does not take up to much space in the pocket when using the pocket clip.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 11, 2021, 02:12:34 AM
Thanks, I used to carry a 2AA mini maglite for years in the 90s and the fenix e20 despite being quite long it is very slim so does not take up to much space in the pocket when using the pocket clip.

Slim is a thing I look for in a Pocket light as well.  :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on April 21, 2021, 01:46:19 AM
My Tiny Nugget arrived today
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MisterB on April 22, 2021, 08:41:23 AM
I didn't need another light, but I got this anyway.  Manker E02 version 2, AAA, (accepts ni-mh, alkaline, or 10440), easy access to 6 possible moonlight levels, nice Nichia neutral emitter, reasonable user levels with a "turbo" mode just in case. 
Strobe hidden behind 3 clicks, lockout on 4.   Double click for turbo. 
E-switch is not recessed but doesn't sit as high some.   A tiny turn of the tailcap locks it out easily.   Good runtimes, lousy clip but I've seen worse. 
It is a great light for creeping around the house in the dark when you don't need a whole lot of light, the waffle lens works magic but I wouldn't mind an even wider hotspot.
(apologies ahead of time if the pic is giant or tiny, trying to figure out what looks best on this forum)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on April 22, 2021, 08:58:56 AM
Sofirn d25S
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on April 22, 2021, 11:21:18 AM
I didn't need another light, but I got this anyway.  Manker E02 version 2, AAA, (accepts ni-mh, alkaline, or 10440), easy access to 6 possible moonlight levels, nice Nichia neutral emitter, reasonable user levels with a "turbo" mode just in case. 
Strobe hidden behind 3 clicks, lockout on 4.   Double click for turbo. 
E-switch is not recessed but doesn't sit as high some.   A tiny turn of the tailcap locks it out easily.   Good runtimes, lousy clip but I've seen worse. 
It is a great light for creeping around the house in the dark when you don't need a whole lot of light, the waffle lens works magic but I wouldn't mind an even wider hotspot.
(apologies ahead of time if the pic is giant or tiny, trying to figure out what looks best on this forum)

“Need” is subjective, especially when it comes to tools and light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on April 22, 2021, 11:21:39 AM
Sofirn d25S

Looks like a nice bright headlamp
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 22, 2021, 03:07:54 PM
Mine came with the headband too and it can be a really handy headlamp and easily carried too,I have a few of them squirreled away and always have them handy when I need them.

I didn't need another light, but I got this anyway.  Manker E02 version 2, AAA, (accepts ni-mh, alkaline, or 10440), easy access to 6 possible moonlight levels, nice Nichia neutral emitter, reasonable user levels with a "turbo" mode just in case. 
Strobe hidden behind 3 clicks, lockout on 4.   Double click for turbo. 
E-switch is not recessed but doesn't sit as high some.   A tiny turn of the tailcap locks it out easily.   Good runtimes, lousy clip but I've seen worse. 
It is a great light for creeping around the house in the dark when you don't need a whole lot of light, the waffle lens works magic but I wouldn't mind an even wider hotspot.
(apologies ahead of time if the pic is giant or tiny, trying to figure out what looks best on this forum)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on April 22, 2021, 03:42:05 PM
I've been looking at the Sofirn sc31 pro.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on April 22, 2021, 03:46:58 PM
I didn't need another light, but I got this anyway.  Manker E02 version 2, AAA, (accepts ni-mh, alkaline, or 10440), easy access to 6 possible moonlight levels, nice Nichia neutral emitter, reasonable user levels with a "turbo" mode just in case. 
Strobe hidden behind 3 clicks, lockout on 4.   Double click for turbo. 
E-switch is not recessed but doesn't sit as high some.   A tiny turn of the tailcap locks it out easily.   Good runtimes, lousy clip but I've seen worse. 
It is a great light for creeping around the house in the dark when you don't need a whole lot of light, the waffle lens works magic but I wouldn't mind an even wider hotspot.
(apologies ahead of time if the pic is giant or tiny, trying to figure out what looks best on this forum)

I've looked at them before and always they always appealed.  I really, really, don't need another light either though.  :D

(pic size is good BTW)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on April 22, 2021, 03:59:20 PM
I have the Manker E02 older version with Nichia led, its a nice light.  The UI does take a moment to get used to.   
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: cody6268 on April 22, 2021, 10:56:17 PM
I have a boatload of Maglites on the way (mostly old-school incandescent models). May have gone a little bit overboard, but hey, they were 30% off.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on April 23, 2021, 03:22:28 AM
A MATEMINCO CSF-04 keychain flashlight
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MisterB on April 23, 2021, 08:26:08 AM
I've looked at them before and always they always appealed.  I really, really, don't need another light either though.  :D
(pic size is good BTW)
Nor did I, but these modern lights are pretty amazing.  10 years ago you could've sold 1000 of these for $100 each on candlepowerforums.  Just amazing the tint and performance we can get for a little over $20 now.

I've been looking at the Sofirn sc31 pro.
I use one at work and it's performed nicely.  So handy to have onboard charging and the Anduril UI allows easy enough access to different output levels.  Of course there's a ton of stuff in there I'll never use at work but the voltage check is great.  As above, another amazing value at barely more than $20 if you buy without battery and can wait for the slow boat.  I've got some US made lights, (HDS, Surefire, Frelux) and have had lots more in the past but their value is so high I'm loathe to carry them any more outside the house in fear that I might lose one.  Pretty sure I haven't lost a light or knife in 20+ years but still...

“Need” is subjective, especially when it comes to tools and light.
EZdog said they can be squirreled away and I snorted a little because I guess we all have a little squirrel DNA cuz I'm never more than a few feet from a light or knife.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on April 23, 2021, 08:41:37 AM
EZdog said they can be squirreled away and I snorted a little because I guess we all have a little squirrel DNA cuz I'm never more than a few feet from a light or knife.
Exactly.  Currently my end table has 2 SAKs, an HDS and a headlamp.  My philosophy is if you always keep a minimum of SAK and flashlight within arms reach, you should be able to take care of most situations.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on April 23, 2021, 08:59:35 AM
Exactly.  Currently my end table has 2 SAKs, an HDS and a headlamp.  My philosophy is if you always keep a minimum of SAK and flashlight within arms reach, you should be able to take care of most situations.

So if you keep two within arm's reach you'll be able to take care of all situations?  :think: :pok:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on April 23, 2021, 05:13:10 PM
I picked up a Streamlite Stylus pro the other day when they were on sale on Amazon.  I use it for work primarily, and it's been great.  Bright little light that I hardly notice on my belt.  The one thing I don't like is the crappy nylon sheath it came with.  I don't have anywhere to clip a 2AAA torch in my pockets, so it has to go on my belt.  I'll be searching for a better solution.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on April 23, 2021, 05:29:25 PM
I picked up a Streamlite Stylus pro the other day when they were on sale on Amazon.  I use it for work primarily, and it's been great.  Bright little light that I hardly notice on my belt.  The one thing I don't like is the crappy nylon sheath it came with.  I don't have anywhere to clip a 2AAA torch in my pockets, so it has to go on my belt.  I'll be searching for a better solution.

I like using elasticated sleeves, they let you carry a lot within the width of your belt horizontally, the clip would help retention:

https://www.readyman.com/products/readyman-edc-belt-sleeve
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Mercury on April 24, 2021, 01:42:32 AM
I like using elasticated sleeves, they let you carry a lot within the width of your belt horizontally, the clip would help retention:

https://www.readyman.com/products/readyman-edc-belt-sleeve

That looks interesting!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on April 24, 2021, 03:39:55 AM
I like using elasticated sleeves, they let you carry a lot within the width of your belt horizontally, the clip would help retention:

https://www.readyman.com/products/readyman-edc-belt-sleeve

I am pretty sure that Elasticated is not actually a word?

But I sure plan on using it from now on too! :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on May 12, 2021, 05:42:30 AM
I am pretty sure that Elasticated is not actually a word?

But I sure plan on using it from now on too! :cheers:

The Oxford English dictionary would disagree  :dunno:

I assume it's a word not commonly found in US English, but it's a nice word nonetheless  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on May 12, 2021, 05:45:58 AM
Picked up an Olight i3E EOS on a lightning sale on Amazon, was a good bargain on an already cheap light. Took a NiMH AAA with me to the Amazon locker to test it on the walk home and I like it! Single mode but bright enough to navigate in complete darkness, here's a shot down what my girlfriend calls 'horror movie alley'

(https://i.ibb.co/BtRsMD6/received-836000096999940.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on May 12, 2021, 06:08:46 AM
Picked up an Olight i3E EOS on a lightning sale on Amazon, was a good bargain on an already cheap light. Took a NiMH AAA with me to the Amazon locker to test it on the walk home and I like it! Single mode but bright enough to navigate in complete darkness, here's a shot down what my girlfriend calls 'horror movie alley'

(https://i.ibb.co/BtRsMD6/received-836000096999940.jpg)

The Olight i3E is a nice little light.  I like to have AAA lights, because they are bright enough for many tasks and AAA batteries can be easily scavenged form most remote controls.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on May 12, 2021, 06:52:57 AM
The Olight i3E is a nice little light.  I like to have AAA lights, because they are bright enough for many tasks and AAA batteries can be easily scavenged form most remote controls.

I'm a big fan too, I think AAA is the perfect EDC light for most people, I carried one clipped to the corner of a backpocket for years in IT.

I like the Lumintop EDC01 as a more featureful version of the i3E, but the size and price are fantastic.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on May 12, 2021, 11:41:56 AM
I'm a big fan too, I think AAA is the perfect EDC light for most people, I carried one clipped to the corner of a backpocket for years in IT.

I like the Lumintop EDC01 as a more featureful version of the i3E, but the size and price are fantastic.

I like the EDC01 as well as the Fenix E01 v2
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sir Bones on May 27, 2021, 09:43:06 AM
Very bright! Several different modes including UV, and it’s USB rechargeable...$20.00 USD
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sir Bones on May 27, 2021, 09:46:27 AM
This must be why I kept that card the flashlight came on...didn’t know then I was joining this forum!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Echotech on May 27, 2021, 10:03:53 AM
Very bright! Several different modes including UV, and it’s USB rechargeable...$20.00 USD
:like: reckon they’re really good Sir B, very happy with mine, the lantern function is very useful  :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 28, 2021, 05:17:52 PM
It's been my go-to keyring light ever since I got mine. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sir Bones on May 29, 2021, 07:21:01 AM
:like: reckon they’re really good Sir B, very happy with mine, the lantern function is very useful  :cheers:

 :hatsoff:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sir Bones on May 29, 2021, 07:22:41 AM
It's been my go-to keyring light ever since I got mine.

 :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on May 29, 2021, 07:51:31 AM
This must be why I kept that card the flashlight came on...didn’t know then I was joining this forum!

Welcome to the forum.

The Tiki is a nice little keychain light. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on May 29, 2021, 08:48:58 AM
This must be why I kept that card the flashlight came on...didn’t know then I was joining this forum!

Welcome to the forum.

The Tiki is a nice little keychain light. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sir Bones on May 29, 2021, 12:54:11 PM
Welcome to the forum.

The Tiki is a nice little keychain light.

Thanks
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on June 13, 2021, 11:35:56 PM
After a long break from the flashlights I bought a Fenix TK11 TAC, it has to arrive tomorrow.
I have the previous version with XP-L HI led which has satisfied me a lot, let's see if the new version is equally valid.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: chip on June 14, 2021, 02:58:58 PM
It’s my birthday today so just ordered  fenix pd36 tac.
Should be here tomorrow, whoop whoop.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on June 14, 2021, 04:12:10 PM
It’s my birthday today so just ordered  fenix pd36 tac.
Should be here tomorrow, whoop whoop.

Happy birthday ol' chap!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: chip on June 14, 2021, 04:59:00 PM
Happy birthday ol' chap!

Thank you :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: McStitchy on June 14, 2021, 05:13:00 PM
It’s my birthday today so just ordered  fenix pd36 tac.
Should be here tomorrow, whoop whoop.

Happy Birthday Chip  :drink:

That's an excellent light  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: chip on June 14, 2021, 06:53:27 PM
Happy Birthday Chip  :drink:

That's an excellent light  :tu:

Thank you, I have been looking forward to its release  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on June 17, 2021, 11:43:23 AM
Fenix PD36 TAC. Pictured here with a Maxpedition 5in sheath. Whilst Fenix make good lights, just wish they would pay the same attention to the sheaths.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: McStitchy on June 17, 2021, 03:53:58 PM
Another one  :ahhh
Nice sheath too  :tu:

I agree, the sheath they provide are ok, but should be better.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: PTRSAK on June 18, 2021, 07:02:11 AM
This crazy thing. It's a bit pointless as serious light with a runtime measured in minutes ( a very few minutes at that). But the giggle factor more than makes up for it. 450 lumens for about 15 seconds on turbo. Great for impressing people who still think a 3x D cell Maglite is impressive.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: greenbear on June 18, 2021, 07:31:44 AM
LED Lenser P3 - a tiny little thing, just to fit in my EDC pouch  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Stefano on June 19, 2021, 05:48:09 PM
Fenix PD36 TAC. Pictured here with a Maxpedition 5in sheath. Whilst Fenix make good lights, just wish they would pay the same attention to the sheaths.

Fenix holsters are not like they were 10 years ago ..
They now sell lights with mediocre holsters and prefer to sell better made holsters.
I am using Armytek holsters paid for 3 euros in Holland on my Fenix lights.
Congratulations on your purchase, I am very undecided on this light, after using it what is your opinion on it?
Sorry for the removal of the charging port as on the PD36R :-(
Using it at 1000 or 2000 lumens do you feel the need for more throw or is it enough?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on June 19, 2021, 09:02:13 PM
Fenix holsters are not like they were 10 years ago ..
They now sell lights with mediocre holsters and prefer to sell better made holsters.
I am using Armytek holsters paid for 3 euros in Holland on my Fenix lights.
Congratulations on your purchase, I am very undecided on this light, after using it what is your opinion on it?
Sorry for the removal of the charging port as on the PD36R :-(
Using it at 1000 or 2000 lumens do you feel the need for more throw or is it enough?

I have only used the light briefly, mainly getting used to it and to see what it can do.

The removal of the charging port. I am glad the port has been removed, I prefer not to have. If battery runs out, I will just the swap the battery. The supplied battery is USB-C rechargeable so I can still recharge that way if necessary.

This light is not a thrower, but that is part of the reason why I bought it. At 1000 lumens, it lights up a room very well, the 2000 lumen tactical mode is a little overkill for this. To get any throw on this light, you really need to have it at 2000 or 3000 lumens.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: andywork on June 21, 2021, 01:37:12 PM
It’s not exactly new as I’ve had it for over six months. Though, I  :like: it a lot!

The MecArmy X4S

Pros:
Small, powerful, rechargeable, with a replaceable battery. 130 or 8 lumens, giving a 30 min or 6 hour runtime.

Cons:
Twist on/off switch a bit temperamental. Very obscure 10180 100mAh battery.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Echotech on June 23, 2021, 01:50:32 AM
My first, but get the feeling not last RovyVon

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210622/2cf78c0e660c16aee2fde9696975692f.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on June 23, 2021, 02:38:04 AM
My first, but get the feeling not last RovyVon

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210622/2cf78c0e660c16aee2fde9696975692f.jpg)

Eyyy, I will know this feeling in a few hours when I pick mine up from the Amazon locker  :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Echotech on June 23, 2021, 03:24:34 AM
Eyyy, I will know this feeling in a few hours when I pick mine up from the Amazon locker  :cheers:
Excellent :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on June 23, 2021, 06:25:13 AM
Picked up my new Olight Baton 3 with the fancy new charging case, RovyVon AV5x UV oh and a teeny brass peanut lighter so I can reuse a single picture  :whistle:

First impressions (got them an hour ago, so half charged and dawn already) are very VERY positive:

I was so hesistant about the RovyVon form factor and they were always a little too expensive at this point of my financial life to just try out. But an unexpected payment and Prime day sale price remedied that and WOW. The UI is very intuitive for the functionality, it's very bright for the size, the reading nichias are very nice the UV is a neat gimmick and surprisingly the GITD plastic is no slough. That sucker lit up with a glowstick after a brief 3000 lumen charge. The pocket clip is nice quality and can be put at multiple places which is a nice touch. I think this is a great 5th pocket light with solid, valid clippnig to a hat options.

The Olight, man I'm an Olight boy but their pricing going up held me back on some newer stuff. Again Prime day sale came to the rescue and I sucked it up and got the colour I wanted whilst it was available. This is my first time with IMR chemistry and I'm impressed, very impressed. 1200 lumens out of this size a light is huge, the light feels well made and the charging case is actually really cool. Nice matte touch plastic, charges the light and has the functionality to turn it into a lantern like I used my S30R Baton II with the baseplate. Whilst in the case you can use the light, whilst the case is charging it so you can ceiling bounce well and if you close the lid? It turns off the light automatically! The packaing was premium as heck and came with a nice microfibre cloth too.

New light day is always great  :D

(https://i.ibb.co/s1Xh3Zy/received-562220065190705.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: buggs on July 16, 2021, 04:31:55 AM
Got a delivery of Maglite's today.  Doesn't seem to be that much love for them, but the collector side and the practical side of me had reason for this order.  40% off didn't hurt either. 

As a bit of a spiderman nut I thought that the LEDs were worthwhile.  Most of the rest of my Maglites are incandescent, so adding LEDs seemed a step forward in many instances.  They're just really cool looking too. 

I also picked up a Maglite Solitaire; Spectrum Series LED Warm White.  I have issues with LEDs washing out numbers on combination locks in fall mornings so the warm white seemed a really good solution.  Not very common up in Canada so I had to order through US website and deliver to a friend Stateside.  The spidey lights were a guilty pleasure.   


Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on July 31, 2021, 02:19:04 AM
Got these in this week, and ordered a Marauder 2 on the US store in OD green too... damn sale  :whistle:

(https://i.ibb.co/F6r5JWV/225573707-549703816176653-450814138386961235-n.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: McStitchy on July 31, 2021, 11:26:22 AM
Wow... nice haul GF   :like:
Thanks for sharing your experiences on the RovyVon.
Too bad I had this month money spent already  :facepalm:

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on July 31, 2021, 07:10:25 PM
Wow... nice haul GF   :like:
Thanks for sharing your experiences on the RovyVon.
Too bad I had this month money spent already  :facepalm:

If you're in the market for a new torch at some point, the Rovyvon's with the side lights are cracking and so are the Olights, I just wish it was winter so I could get out and properly test them all  :rant:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: McStitchy on July 31, 2021, 07:12:58 PM
He he, so true. But a good time to buy some  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on July 31, 2021, 08:48:44 PM
I've looked at Rovyvon Aurora A series for a while now.  I've seen some of y'all getting them and watch my share of videos.  I do like a AAA light a lot especially when I can use my eneloops.  I wanted a light that I can forget about till needed.  That means sitting dutifully ready to go with features I'd use most.  My likes are Low < 5 lumen, Med < 20-40 lumen, high 400 plus, with strobe feature.  This Aurora A5X ticked all the boxes with low/3 Med/25 High/400 Turbo/650.  The extras are side lights in white ( low and high ), red ( constant on ), and with red flashing.  Oh and its GITD when you use it. 

All micro usb charging.  Compact and good looking IMO.  A little pricy but if it lasts then not too bad.  I passed on the Tiki and other offerings similar over the years but this had me intrigued for a while.  So far its doing what I want. 

I keep it on my wallet lanyard until needed.  I have a Photon X that is on my keychain and has been for a long time 6 years?  No comparison.  Not that they were in competition.  This little lights form factor also sold me. Pocket clip that also can be used for hat use.  I've got a head lamp when needed.  One push of the button and I am at full power.  I do wish it had a lock out.  Double press of button has it programmed to low.  3 presses gets me to side lights.  Long press turns off. 
 

     
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on July 31, 2021, 10:18:40 PM
I've looked at Rovyvon Aurora A series for a while now.  I've seen some of y'all getting them and watch my share of videos.  I do like a AAA light a lot especially when I can use my eneloops.  I wanted a light that I can forget about till needed.  That means sitting dutifully ready to go with features I'd use most.  My likes are Low < 5 lumen, Med < 20-40 lumen, high 400 plus, with strobe feature.  This Aurora A5X ticked all the boxes with low/3 Med/25 High/400 Turbo/650.  The extras are side lights in white ( low and high ), red ( constant on ), and with red flashing.  Oh and its GITD when you use it. 

All micro usb charging.  Compact and good looking IMO.  A little pricy but if it lasts then not too bad.  I passed on the Tiki and other offerings similar over the years but this had me intrigued for a while.  So far its doing what I want. 

I keep it on my wallet lanyard until needed.  I have a Photon X that is on my keychain and has been for a long time 6 years?  No comparison.  Not that they were in competition.  This little lights form factor also sold me. Pocket clip that also can be used for hat use.  I've got a head lamp when needed.  One push of the button and I am at full power.  I do wish it had a lock out.  Double press of button has it programmed to low.  3 presses gets me to side lights.  Long press turns off. 
   

Glad you like it! They're cracking little lights, I'm very happy I took the plunge on Prime Day. For what it's worth I've had not accidental activations on mine, and I think the UI makes accidental battery drain fairly difficult. I've used mine on the bill of a cap and it works well for night time walking without street lights, the GitD plastic is very impressive imo.

I've taken to carrying mine on the elastic intended for pens on some of my pocket organisers:

(https://i.ibb.co/v19B7S0/227491346-2703537996612630-8049754970207201032-n.jpg)

After ten seconds of the built in UV light:

(https://i.ibb.co/VjHvHqM/225615110-2583198771987308-1391333906377130916-n.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on August 01, 2021, 12:55:53 AM
Good to hear about the light not unintentionally turning on.  I am not terribly worried about it but I do like a bit of security.  The light is pretty great.  I am happy to finally have pulled the trigger on this one.  Pretty fun to show off too. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: buggs on August 05, 2021, 03:12:06 AM
Got these in this week, and ordered a Marauder 2 on the US store in OD green too... damn sale  :whistle:

(https://i.ibb.co/F6r5JWV/225573707-549703816176653-450814138386961235-n.jpg)

Very nice.  I've been able to not order from Olight for about six months now.   :twak:  A few nice looking lights, but as many are just different versions of the dozen or so Olights I own, I'm happy not pulling the trigger. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on August 05, 2021, 03:19:50 AM
Very nice.  I've been able to not order from Olight for about six months now.   :twak:  A few nice looking lights, but as many are just different versions of the dozen or so Olights I own, I'm happy not pulling the trigger.

These were mostly new to me, I absolutely love the pen and bulb, the Warrior Mini is a cracker too! Love playing with them on night walks  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: buggs on August 06, 2021, 06:00:50 PM
These were mostly new to me, I absolutely love the pen and bulb, the Warrior Mini is a cracker too! Love playing with them on night walks  :D

Want to get the Pen for my wife.  Did you get the hook for the bulb?  I got my bulb free from the pocket-turn-on-maybe-debacle.  Couldn't believe how small it was, but very neat as a tent light for camping.  Also haven't even opened my warrior mini  :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on August 06, 2021, 07:13:16 PM
Want to get the Pen for my wife.  Did you get the hook for the bulb?  I got my bulb free from the pocket-turn-on-maybe-debacle.  Couldn't believe how small it was, but very neat as a tent light for camping.  Also haven't even opened my warrior mini  :facepalm:

no they were out of hooks unfortunately, I was so amazed by the bulb I was seriously tempted to get more. I've seen posts in the fb group that you can just grab magnetic hooks cheap on Amazon though.

The pen is fantastic I really love it, bright enough when you need it and a decent writer.

I was floored by the Warrior Mini, it's so good and whilst I now understand even less why that debacle happened, because it happened I got it cheap and free accessories  :dunno:

I'd recommend giving it a try, it's a cracker especially for the size  :tu:

There's a new version of the pen that will be out here this month, but tbh I don't really like the look of it. The emitter is built into the clip, which is impressive but scary, and you push the bolt up to turn the light on intead of a dedicated button because it has a laser on top now. It's rubbish at the light module tail standing though because of that change.

I've got the Marauder in OD green, mini Perun (was mostly excited by the pouch mounting system on that), and a free Open going to the states where it will sit teasing me for months probably  :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: buggs on August 07, 2021, 07:41:12 AM
no they were out of hooks unfortunately, I was so amazed by the bulb I was seriously tempted to get more. I've seen posts in the fb group that you can just grab magnetic hooks cheap on Amazon though.

The pen is fantastic I really love it, bright enough when you need it and a decent writer.

I was floored by the Warrior Mini, it's so good and whilst I now understand even less why that debacle happened, because it happened I got it cheap and free accessories  :dunno:

I'd recommend giving it a try, it's a cracker especially for the size  :tu:

There's a new version of the pen that will be out here this month, but tbh I don't really like the look of it. The emitter is built into the clip, which is impressive but scary, and you push the bolt up to turn the light on intead of a dedicated button because it has a laser on top now. It's rubbish at the light module tail standing though because of that change.

I've got the Marauder in OD green, mini Perun (was mostly excited by the pouch mounting system on that), and a free Open going to the states where it will sit teasing me for months probably  :facepalm:

Where are you located?  I'm in Canada and I've ordered previously to the US.  Thankfully I have a friend down there that will accept my orders and bulk them to ship up later.  But mostly I order direct out of Canada now.  Just nothing that has tickled my fancy of late that I don't already have.  Some nicer colors in the U.S. but not enough to make me buy more at this point. 

Don't like the sound of the new pen at all, but will give it a look.  Sort of an indication in my mind that illustrates the Olight model - new model will sell, good product takes a back seat.  I get the financial aspect of it, so fine, but they seem to abandon decent products because they aren't selling enough any longer.  It is what it is. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on August 07, 2021, 07:59:55 AM
Where are you located?  I'm in Canada and I've ordered previously to the US.  Thankfully I have a friend down there that will accept my orders and bulk them to ship up later.  But mostly I order direct out of Canada now.  Just nothing that has tickled my fancy of late that I don't already have.  Some nicer colors in the U.S. but not enough to make me buy more at this point. 

Don't like the sound of the new pen at all, but will give it a look.  Sort of an indication in my mind that illustrates the Olight model - new model will sell, good product takes a back seat.  I get the financial aspect of it, so fine, but they seem to abandon decent products because they aren't selling enough any longer.  It is what it is.

In the UK, the US summer sale was too tempting I grabbed a limted edition OD green Marauder 2, a Perun Mini, and an Open 2 for around the price it'd cost to get just a Marauder here. I got it shipped to my missus' sister, it'd be a heavy bugger to ship because of the Marauder and we'd like to move to the US first half of next year so hard to justify the cost to lug it back again in like ten months or something (though I certainly want to play with it!).

I really don't like a fair bit about the Open Pro, I can see the attraction of a good quality laser pointer for some folks but I think it was partially driven by criticism of the Open 2. I've seen people call it too thick and the button too easy to turn on... which makes zero sense to me. It's a reasonable pen thickness and you need to meaningfully press the button, if it's getting accidentally turned on in your pocket then a normal clicky would be extended and bleeding into the fabric in its place.

The only thing I actually want at the moment is probably more Obulbs, but that's just because they're on the cheaper end of things and I was taken aback how much I enjoy the one I got in the Warrior Mini bundle. At some point I'd like a brass i3T EOS and just any i5T, but that's way down the list.

I will say I was also very, very happy with the baton 3 'premium' edition, great light and the battery case works better than I would have thought, but that was a Prime Day buy.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on August 17, 2021, 06:02:01 AM
Just got the Lumintop GT Nano in, and oh many is it both adorable and impressive! The amount of throw is insane and the light (for a short time) is up there too, excellent throwing head on it. It's sparked my interest in throwers, I'll probably try and get the 10440 extension tube (and a cell) at some point soon to make it more useable, but I've no idea where to get a UK vendor for that  :think:

(https://i.ibb.co/Sr4chN5/238749989-195732089254211-3866428117696740090-n.jpg)

(https://i.ibb.co/S6XyRwp/236994674-611773956876893-1779525680791373420-n.jpg)

(https://i.ibb.co/X5DkM5Y/236958600-905107510356436-3612192539393266271-n.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on August 18, 2021, 07:21:55 PM
Well that's just super cute and dinky. :dd:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on August 18, 2021, 07:39:52 PM
It's so cute, and the throw blows me away every time! Hard part is just finding a 10440 tube in the UK now, and then finding a reputable brand of 10440  :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: parnass on August 19, 2021, 05:53:52 AM
I bought an updated 115 lumen version of the Streamlight Protac 1AAA to replace my older 70 lumen one.  I like the form factor and AAA flashlights.

(https://parnass.com/images/protac-1aaa.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on August 20, 2021, 05:37:06 AM
I bought an updated 115 lumen version of the Streamlight Protac 1AAA to replace my older 70 lumen one.  I like the form factor and AAA flashlights.

(https://parnass.com/images/protac-1aaa.jpg)

Very nice  :tu:

My first 'proper' torch was a Streamlight Nanostream (the original, not the spiffy new one) and it absolutely blew me away! Served me well for a few years until an alkaline cell killed it, I learned my lesson...
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on August 20, 2021, 08:31:01 PM
I have to admit I have never owned a Streamlight.  :-[   
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: powernoodle on August 20, 2021, 11:49:38 PM
I received my 2nd Olight Seeker 2 flashlight/torch today in the mail.  Also received a traffic wand for it.  When I love a light like this, I tend to buy more than one.  My previous purchases before this were one, then another, Streamlight Stinger 2020.  Those things are awesome too.  But for a smallish light that blazes like the sun, the Seeker 2 is it.

https://www.olightstore.com/seeker-2-black.html
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on August 21, 2021, 12:05:21 AM
I have to admit I have never owned a Streamlight.  :-[

Never too late to fix that  :pok:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on August 21, 2021, 12:05:58 AM
I received my 2nd Olight Seeker 2 flashlight/torch today in the mail.  Also received a traffic wand for it.  When I love a light like this, I tend to buy more than one.  My previous purchases before this were one, then another, Streamlight Stinger 2020.  Those things are awesome too.  But for a smallish light that blazes like the sun, the Seeker 2 is it.

https://www.olightstore.com/seeker-2-black.html

Nice! Had my eye on an OD green version during the summer sale, but settled on the Marauder 2 instead  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: buggs on August 22, 2021, 05:21:26 AM
I received my 2nd Olight Seeker 2 flashlight/torch today in the mail.  Also received a traffic wand for it.  When I love a light like this, I tend to buy more than one.  My previous purchases before this were one, then another, Streamlight Stinger 2020.  Those things are awesome too.  But for a smallish light that blazes like the sun, the Seeker 2 is it.

https://www.olightstore.com/seeker-2-black.html

 :like:

I really like the Seeker 2.  My favorite of the larger Olight's I own.  I have the orange and a blue one as well.  Really like the range of brightness settings on the Seeker 2. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: buggs on September 01, 2021, 08:11:20 PM
Made another Olight order during their August sale  :facepalm:

This one had intent though as I wanted to get my wife the OPen Pro as it seemed like a good match for her.  She teaches courses at the local university and one of them is human anatomy.  A pen is always useful but with the addition of the green LED as a pointer plus the flashlight it seemed to be a really cool package.  It's thick for a pen but I've owned some high quality pens that were thicker so I don't think it's a knock.  The LED is very bright and she was already carrying an LED pointer for use in labs.  The flashlight is a bonus.  Overall she's very pleased with it.  Having now held one in my hands and played with it, it's pretty cool but I won't get one for myself because I really don't have any need for that combination of tools.  I will point out the pen comes with a free refill (in addition to the one already in the pen) and I was able to get three more refills for free along with that so she shouldn't run out of ink before the thing is lost or dies.  USB rechargeable btw.  Comes in a little storage case inside the box, so they did a nice job on this one. 

Naturally I bought it in the package with the i5T so I now have a blue version of that.  I really like the i5T and i3T and have them scattered about the house.  It's the epitome of being lazy, but there's one in almost every room now so I don't have to go far to get one.   :rofl:

Also got their new key chain light as the free gift.  The X9R Cell they call it.  It's tiny, weighs almost nothing and having given it a little comparison beside my i1R EOS (it seems these are now called i1R 2 on the website) that resides on my keychain I would contend it's almost useless.  It would provide some tiny amount of light in a pinch and it's a fairly soft light but for someone like me it's a pretty pitiful amount.  I'll stop short of calling it a piece of crap but it's not far off gum-machine level of novelty IMO.  Thank goodness it was free.  The cranky part of me sees it as a significant downgrade on the part of Olight because they used to give away i3R EOS instead and it's actually a useful little emergency light. The i3R EOS is a much better light too, in spite of the head always loosening itself off in a purse (so my wife and daughter tell me) but at least it was useful.  i1R is USB chargeable; i3R is AAA powered.  Both are vastly superior even if their competitors at similar size factor may be better.  I may have to drift by the Facebook site (and I never go to Facebook) just to see the comments. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on September 01, 2021, 08:35:52 PM
Made another Olight order during their August sale  :facepalm:

This one had intent though as I wanted to get my wife the OPen Pro as it seemed like a good match for her.  She teaches courses at the local university and one of them is human anatomy.  A pen is always useful but with the addition of the green LED as a pointer plus the flashlight it seemed to be a really cool package.  It's thick for a pen but I've owned some high quality pens that were thicker so I don't think it's a knock.  The LED is very bright and she was already carrying an LED pointer for use in labs.  The flashlight is a bonus.  Overall she's very pleased with it.  Having now held one in my hands and played with it, it's pretty cool but I won't get one for myself because I really don't have any need for that combination of tools.  I will point out the pen comes with a free refill (in addition to the one already in the pen) and I was able to get three more refills for free along with that so she shouldn't run out of ink before the thing is lost or dies.  USB rechargeable btw.  Comes in a little storage case inside the box, so they did a nice job on this one. 

Naturally I bought it in the package with the i5T so I now have a blue version of that.  I really like the i5T and i3T and have them scattered about the house.  It's the epitome of being lazy, but there's one in almost every room now so I don't have to go far to get one.   :rofl:

Also got their new key chain light as the free gift.  The X9R Cell they call it.  It's tiny, weighs almost nothing and having given it a little comparison beside my i1R EOS (it seems these are now called i1R 2 on the website) that resides on my keychain I would contend it's almost useless.  It would provide some tiny amount of light in a pinch and it's a fairly soft light but for someone like me it's a pretty pitiful amount.  I'll stop short of calling it a piece of crap but it's not far off gum-machine level of novelty IMO.  Thank goodness it was free.  The cranky part of me sees it as a significant downgrade on the part of Olight because they used to give away i3R EOS instead and it's actually a useful little emergency light. The i3R EOS is a much better light too, in spite of the head always loosening itself off in a purse (so my wife and daughter tell me) but at least it was useful.  i1R is USB chargeable; i3R is AAA powered.  Both are vastly superior even if their competitors at similar size factor may be better.  I may have to drift by the Facebook site (and I never go to Facebook) just to see the comments.

Glad your wife likes the Pro  :tu:

The i1R 2 is the second version, the runtimes and brightness are a little better and the head is now captive. When you unscrew it it just slides up the body to show the charging port rather than completely coming off like the original. The drawback is that it's slightly larger in every dimension than the original.

I like the i3e and t, they run on 10440s pretty well by all accounts too, but that's not endorsed or condoned by Olight, so at your own risk
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: buggs on September 01, 2021, 10:48:03 PM
Glad your wife likes the Pro  :tu:

The i1R 2 is the second version, the runtimes and brightness are a little better and the head is now captive. When you unscrew it it just slides up the body to show the charging port rather than completely coming off like the original. The drawback is that it's slightly larger in every dimension than the original.

I like the i3e and t, they run on 10440s pretty well by all accounts too, but that's not endorsed or condoned by Olight, so at your own risk

Thanks for clarifying the differences in the i1R's, good to know.  I certainly don't need any more of those as they were the regular giveaway for a couple of years, so I have a spectrum of colors of them while the original black I got remains on my keychain.  It's at least three years old I think and still works like the very first day.  Nice the R2 is brighter and if I end up with one for free, great, but I feel I have a lifetime supply of the EOS so no need. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on October 07, 2021, 05:07:05 AM
My Olight order came on Saturday, but only getting around to posting it now:

(https://i.ibb.co/zRtXxLK/244674687-462582774973677-4892747302516375840-n.jpg)

Couple of i1R 2s and the excellent Oport

(https://i.ibb.co/xD44dzS/244614962-2931613493757460-6490020154114590032-n.jpg)

Array 2, i5R in copper, and Seeker 3

(https://i.ibb.co/W3byF8B/244625944-2777121119252647-7244233477703292979-n.jpg)

Couple of O'pen Pros in purple aluminium and washed Titanium

(https://i.ibb.co/sWtDm4j/244253444-614637063242679-4926007882125639427-n.jpg)

The surprisingly nice looking and feeling Omino charger

(https://i.ibb.co/PW0FxXc/244684151-1237605583327362-4449166511970323299-n.jpg)

Four Obulb MCs, each with their own Osling accessory

I'll post my thoughts on everything tomorrow after some sleep  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Kev D on October 08, 2021, 02:06:56 PM
Baton 3

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Kev D on October 14, 2021, 11:20:30 AM
Baton Pro

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Kev D on October 18, 2021, 02:05:25 PM
New work torch just got delivered, S2R II.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on October 21, 2021, 01:54:41 PM
They look good for scratching too :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: parnass on October 23, 2021, 09:57:00 PM
I bought a Streamlight ProTac 1L-1AA. I removed the pocket clip and added O-rings to improve grip.

(https://parnass.com/images/protac1l-1aa.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on October 23, 2021, 10:26:39 PM
They look good for scratching too :)

What do you mean  :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on October 26, 2021, 02:14:28 PM
What do you mean  :think:

ribbed
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on December 18, 2021, 08:44:41 PM
Got Sofirn HS40 and HS10 today  :woohoo:

Sofirn HS40 is avery nice upgrade on the SP40, but I don't like HS40 tube design... and I like a lot SP40 and Wurkkos HD15 ones!
Good news: the tube lego between Sofirn HS40, Wurkkos HD15, and Sofirn SP40.

So I use HD15 with SP40 18650 tube and HS40 with HD15 18650 tube (and SP40 with its 18350 tube)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Chako on December 19, 2021, 01:19:21 PM
My latest is a RovyVon Aurora A5. This is a neat little light with plenty of functions.

1. press button constantly with activate the front light for as long as you press the button.
2. Double tap the power button will get you the low front light activated. Press the button again to run through the low, medium, high beam.
3. Triple tap the power button will activate the side reading light. Press the button again to run through the higher beam, and flashing feature.
4. Quadruple tap the power button will activate the UV light. Great for looking at money, ect. Also used to activate the glow in the dark body.
5. Pressing the power button for a few seconds turns the unit off.

The flashlight is chargeable via micro USB, and the main beam is powerful enough for something so small. I understand the onboard electronics tone down the main bright beam after a while in order to cool the unit down. For what I am using this for, I have yet needed the full power for any length of time...so I haven't encountered this yet.

If there is any issues I have with the unit, I find you need to press the power button hard to activate it. I wish for something easier to press that is possibly slightly sunken to prevent accidental discharges. I also find all of this pressing in short sequences to get to the various functions a bit fiddly. I am finding with time, i am not thinking much about it...so I guess this is not much of a negative once you get used to all the features RovyVon packed into this little powerhouse.

Inside the package, you get  the light, a charging cable, instructions, a keychain ring, and a pocket clip.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51755563452_534f642e52_4k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2mRsMSU)20211219_064915A (https://flic.kr/p/2mRsMSU) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr

Here I have activated the 2 side LED book reading function. It also does a good job illuminating a dark room in a pinch.
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The UV light is great for finding scorpions, hidden things in money, not so clean washrooms and hotel bedrooms, etc...  :rofl:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51756390781_e82d5eaad3_4k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2mRx2Pc)20211219_064953A (https://flic.kr/p/2mRx2Pc) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr

The main shooter is activated. There are 3 different power levels. I am for the most part, happy with the lowest setting which the light turns on by default. At highest power, 650 lumens from something so small is impressive...for short periods of time.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51756638303_0e0b93f5d5_4k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2mRyioP)20211219_065019QA (https://flic.kr/p/2mRyioP) by Chako (https://www.flickr.com/photos/187039850@N04/), on Flickr


Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on December 19, 2021, 03:25:48 PM
 :tu: I have the A5 as well tho with the red aux leds.  Its a well done light thats for sure.   
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: ezdog on December 19, 2021, 11:58:18 PM
:tu: I have the A5 as well tho with the red aux leds.  Its a well done light thats for sure.   
Just like every other light that operates with a push in my pocket,I tried one of these and had to return it as it turns on by itself all the time.

I wanted to love it but..... :dunno:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: gregozedobe on December 20, 2021, 05:49:29 AM
Just like every other light that operates with a push in my pocket,I tried one of these and had to return it as it turns on by itself all the time.

I wanted to love it but..... :dunno:

Seeing as it takes two pushes in quick succession to turn it on I'm guessing you have something else in your pocket that is consistently pushing on the switch.  I keep one in a leatherette key pouch with the rest of my non-car keys, and it hasn't turned on in my pocket at all in the 18 months or so that I've had it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on December 20, 2021, 06:07:22 AM
I rotate the clip to block the button.  I didn't have an issue but since its dangling from my side I chose to do it this way.  Its such a terrific light bummer yours didn't work out for you. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: fuyume on January 06, 2022, 07:55:38 PM
About a month ago, for my birthday, I bought myself a new Nitecore EC11 with a Fenix ARB-L16-700UP battery. It’s my new EDC light, replacing the Fenix E12 v2.0 I bought back at the beginning of Summer, because I decided I wanted a light with a red secondary LED. I actually would have preferred the EA11 (14500/AA), but both of these models are discontinued and no one had the EA11 in stock.

(https://flashlight.nitecore.com/Uploads/attached/image/20180312/20180312115800_17085.jpg)

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 08, 2022, 12:08:53 PM
About a month ago, for my birthday, I bought myself a new Nitecore EC11 with a Fenix ARB-L16-700UP battery. It’s my new EDC light, replacing the Fenix E12 v2.0 I bought back at the beginning of Summer, because I decided I wanted a light with a red secondary LED. I actually would have preferred the EA11 (14500/AA), but both of these models are discontinued and no one had the EA11 in stock.

(https://flashlight.nitecore.com/Uploads/attached/image/20180312/20180312115800_17085.jpg)

that's a great looking compact light.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tasky on January 08, 2022, 01:32:45 PM
About a month ago, for my birthday, I bought myself a new Nitecore EC11
Interesting... that's sort-of a Fenix E18R, but Nitecored-up a bit and with what looks like a slightly less annoying UI.
Is the tailcap magnetic?

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nakken on January 08, 2022, 02:08:30 PM
My latest flashlight is the Olight Seeker 2 Pro. An absolute beast that I got for Christmas by the company I work for. :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on January 08, 2022, 06:11:15 PM
My latest flashlight is the Olight Seeker 2 Pro. An absolute beast that I got for Christmas by the company I work for. :tu:

A very nice light  :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: buggs on February 25, 2022, 08:02:16 AM
My latest flashlight is the Olight Seeker 2 Pro. An absolute beast that I got for Christmas by the company I work for. :tu:

Late reply but I really like that light.  I have an orange Seeker 2 Pro that is easily my favorite large Olight.  It performs really well and if you aren't using it, holds a charge for an incredibly long time.  I know they've moved on to Seeker 3 now with improved specs but no intent of going that way on my part.  Proprietary battery though so may be an issue.  Mine is a couple of years old and performing admirably so no complaints at this point. 

That aside I've no big intent for buying new lights.  I know some aren't big fans of Olight but I've experienced no problems to this point.  I might try out a Rovyvon or something similar at a low price point but my my keychain Olight is an original that still works and has only been charged a couple of times over the years I've owned it.  I don't use it much, but it hangs on the keychain unnoticed. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on February 25, 2022, 02:37:46 PM
Late reply but I really like that light.  I have an orange Seeker 2 Pro that is easily my favorite large Olight.  It performs really well and if you aren't using it, holds a charge for an incredibly long time.  I know they've moved on to Seeker 3 now with improved specs but no intent of going that way on my part.  Proprietary battery though so may be an issue.  Mine is a couple of years old and performing admirably so no complaints at this point. 

That aside I've no big intent for buying new lights.  I know some aren't big fans of Olight but I've experienced no problems to this point.  I might try out a Rovyvon or something similar at a low price point but my my keychain Olight is an original that still works and has only been charged a couple of times over the years I've owned it.  I don't use it much, but it hangs on the keychain unnoticed.

Agree with this, well not the part about not buying more lights  :rofl: , I've never had an Olight fail, with my first from 2012 still working as the day I bought it  :tu:

The Rovyvon Aurora series is a nice in between size, bit bigger than the i1r EOS and more capable, but not as large as a AAA.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: buggs on February 27, 2022, 05:50:13 AM
Agree with this, well not the part about not buying more lights  :rofl: , I've never had an Olight fail, with my first from 2012 still working as the day I bought it  :tu:

The Rovyvon Aurora series is a nice in between size, bit bigger than the i1r EOS and more capable, but not as large as a AAA.

Yeah, unlikely I never buy another light.  My wife would be thrilled but who am I kidding.   :drink:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on February 27, 2022, 07:40:15 AM
Yeah, unlikely I never buy another light.  My wife would be thrilled but who am I kidding.   :drink:

I think there's a sale right now  :pok:

Picked up a new Omino charger that has a cool tech look to it myself  :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: hsherzfeld on March 01, 2022, 01:16:46 AM
My latest flashlight is a Streamlight Microstream USB. I bought it to replace my Olight i3T after I finally got tired of the Ollight's insatiable battery diet and excess heat. Before the Olight, I carried a regular Microstream for six years, so it's nice to find an upgraded version of my old standby.

I really like the sleeve that slides forward to provide a more focused beam; the product literature doesn't even mention this feature, only that it slides forward to reveal the charging port. As an engineer, I love to see dual-function components in products.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on March 01, 2022, 01:46:16 AM
My latest flashlight is a Streamlight Microstream USB. I bought it to replace my Olight i3T after I finally got tired of the Ollight's insatiable battery diet and excess heat. Before the Olight, I carried a regular Microstream for six years, so it's nice to find an upgraded version of my old standby.

I really like the sleeve that slides forward to provide a more focused beam; the product literature doesn't even mention this feature, only that it slides forward to reveal the charging port. As an engineer, I love to see dual-function components in products.

It's possible that it was accidental, does it have a mag lense like normal zoomies?  :think:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: hsherzfeld on March 01, 2022, 02:51:26 AM
It's possible that it was accidental, does it have a mag lense like normal zoomies?  :think:
No, the lens itself doesn't move, but the aluminum sleeve around the front half of the light slides forward to expose the charging port. Sliding it forward when the light is on basically halves the size of the light spot (by eliminating spillover light, I guess).
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Carl0088 on March 02, 2022, 10:10:48 AM
I do have the Rider RX. This is a EDC light with fidgety.

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 09, 2022, 06:58:26 PM
Last night I got a Nitecore tiki, it was a present, but something I’ve wanted for a while, at first the kid didn’t think I’d really want it but when the Mrs turned the lights out so I could test it out his face lit up, so later I was explaining a few thing of it and he was liking it, I fully charged my old one which was the tube, then charged this one and put it in its place and gave the kid the tube, cause he was really liking how small these lights were and how much light they pumped out, grant it yeah the tube didn’t have as much but still a good amount, so I’ll have to get used to all the extra codes to use each setting on this new one, but I like it!
JR
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on March 10, 2022, 12:15:12 AM
These lights really came a long way.  I like it.  Nice and easy to carry which means you'll actually carry it.  The kids gets a nice light too with the Tube.  WIN/WIN. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on April 13, 2022, 12:29:31 AM
Two legos that I've managed to put together.

First one was done by Tad's Customs.It's a very old but very cool Surfire KL3 head.I bought two of these 15-18 years ago.One remains NIB while the other was modified by Tad to produce about 1,150 lumens.I placed it onto a 2012 Surefire C2 Centurian body.

The second is another Surfire body,a 2009 6P, with a clicky tailcap,bored to accept 18650 batts and using a head that produces 80,360 and 700 lumens.This has a very tight hot spot with enough spill to identify objects 20 feet to either side of the hotspot at 50 yards.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on April 13, 2022, 02:27:52 AM
Two legos that I've managed to put together.

First one was done by Tad's Customs.It's a very old but very cool Surfire KL3 head.I bought two of these 15-18 years ago.One remains NIB while the other was modified by Tad to produce about 1,150 lumens.I placed it onto a 2012 Surefire C2 Centurian body.

The second is another Surfire body,a 2009 6P, with a clicky tailcap,bored to accept 18650 batts and using a head that produces 80,360 and 700 lumens.This has a very tight hot spot with enough spill to identify objects 20 feet to either side of the hotspot at 50 yards.
Very nice.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: toolguy on April 13, 2022, 03:01:56 AM
Very nice.

Thanks Sherry.

There's something unique about these large,finned heads, that I find very cool.

I have another Surefire E series that I'm working on. This lego is taking a different direction.

This will have a very small head,which is the same diameter as the body.It will have a 3 modes with 1K lumens top end.These bodies are too small to bore,so it will run an 16650,2400mAh L-lion battery and a clickie tailcap.



Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on April 13, 2022, 10:01:27 AM
Thanks Sherry.

There's something unique about these large,finned heads, that I find very cool.

I have another Surefire E series that I'm working on. This lego is taking a different direction.

This will have a very small head,which is the same diameter as the body.It will have a 3 modes with 1K lumens top end.These bodies are too small to bore,so it will run an 16650,2400mAh L-lion battery and a clickie tailcap.
That sounds real nice.  I’m always intrigued what knowledgeable people can do with flashlights.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on April 14, 2022, 09:48:27 PM
It has been a long while since I got a real (non Chinese) new flashlight (torch for the European side of the pond*) and today I took the opportunity to combine my first. ever. visit to a Bass Pro store (for the curious, the one in the Dolphin Mall outside Miami) with the need for filling several gaps: I had forgotten to pack a reduced size flashlight for the trip, and back home all the Maglite 2AAs have succumbed to one of two ailments: either run-out batteries (Duracells) and ensuing refusal to operate, or only the latter without showing probable cause. Anyway, apparently there is an affiliation between Cabela's and Bass Pro, and the store is a ginormous feast for my eyes (if not for those of my wife's, as she elected to wait outside for reasons unknown). They also stocked just about the full complement of Leatherman's offerings, short of the (Mr) Crunch (as expected) and, alas, any specials, so no score there.

I'm looking forward to charging my new acquisition at Hyatt's cost 😉 and trying it out. It is my first real foray into modern rechargeable LED tech lights, barring a cheap Chinese set I bought recently and which so far performs surprisingly well. Stay tuned.

*) Opinions vary

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on April 14, 2022, 11:49:48 PM
Additional info from the instructions, verified in part:
- 3 brightness modes, ie 2 reduced down from an advertised 1000 lumen (3h endurance) to 500 (4h) and 100 (15h) selectable with the light on (ie after a full press) by pressing the switch halfway, plus a strobe mode which activates by a half press followed by a full press
- tail cap switch and a port (coaxial??) for a USB cable for charging the battery inside the light: the rubber switch cover has a cap extension for the port which however does not fit very well
- additional USB to micro USB cable for charging the battery (Cabela standard 'CTL', Li-ion 18650) outside the light, or another spare (not included but available separately
- also fits two CR123A if you don't have a (working) rechargeable battery handy
- IPX8 water resistance, ie 2 mins submerged.

Feels very solid, no frills.

That concludes my first impression. Price is a bit hefty at $ 49,95 - let's see if it lives up to that. I think I saw that the spare battery came in at $ 16,95.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on April 16, 2022, 04:00:22 PM
Coming from Maglights it is a different world out there.  I still have 2C and 2AA maglights but they're not used.  Once I stepped into the LED offerings from other makers maglight was but a memory.  Have fun playing with your new light.   :tu:     
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on April 30, 2022, 06:36:50 AM
Acebeam Rider Rx

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220430/0f9e78b3e92727ffc02d1f4cae6f20f1.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on April 30, 2022, 06:42:49 AM
Acebeam Rider Rx

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220430/0f9e78b3e92727ffc02d1f4cae6f20f1.jpg)

Nice! How is it? I've been looking at it for a while for that fidget feature.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on April 30, 2022, 10:37:56 AM
Nice! How is it? I've been looking at it for a while for that fidget feature.
Initial impressions are good.  I bought it because I have a couple other Acebeam lights that have been good quality.  It feels well made.  Brightness and tint/temperature feels on par and nice.  The “fidget” factor is a nice bolt action.  A little stiff at first, but still nice.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on April 30, 2022, 04:30:32 PM
That light looks really cool.  Looks futuristic.  I don't know much about these light but I'm off to watch a video.  Congrats. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: matzesu on May 01, 2022, 01:20:51 PM
I just bought me the Olight Baton 3 Premium Edition in Black whit Charging Case
Im quite impressed whit this tiny thing , it’s more the sice of a Keyring Light, but quite bright, works good, and whit the Charging Case, I don’t have to care about the batterie charging Level,  so I could use the highest mode if I would need it:.
Although the Charging Case was more meant to get put In a Backpack or something, its fits In my Pyra Pocket of the Work Pants, so this is also a good point ^^ and if I would have to be more casual, It’s also usable whitout the Charging Case, 500 mah for the Flashlight and 3500 mah for the Case should last a few hours..
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220501/dbc1597d27cf481293fc09e0864c4177.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on May 10, 2022, 08:45:13 PM
This one is a bit of custom, but it's basically a Malkoff Devices M91BN drop-in with a MD3 body.

It's not a pocket-able EDC light by any means, but it fills just about every role I need a light for, with many cell options in a "bomb-proof" package.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52064478713_2dbe60e024_k.jpg)

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52064478698_1ad76e55ef_k.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 10, 2022, 11:28:25 PM
Looks good Terry.  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: NutSAK on May 11, 2022, 09:58:08 PM
Thanks Gareth!  I've been using various Malkoffs for years, but this one is most versatile.  It runs on many cell combinations, so good not only for day-to-day use, but for SHTF as well with a voltage range of about 3-12 volts. It's built like a tank like all Malkoffs.

2 output levels:

900 (actual) lumens constant on high
~10 lumens or ~40 lumens on low depending on the voltage of your cell combination
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: BadMechanic on May 12, 2022, 02:26:54 AM
Got my Olight refund from the recall. Middle one was free with the baton. Only $8 out of my pocket. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220512/2a29fa62b6304613c8c39387f021d351.jpg)

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on May 12, 2022, 02:44:56 AM
Got my Olight refund from the recall. Middle one was free with the baton. Only $8 out of my pocket. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220512/2a29fa62b6304613c8c39387f021d351.jpg)

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All excellent lights  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: BadMechanic on May 12, 2022, 04:50:48 PM
Thank you. I have the non pro version as well. Nice little lights. Love that  they are rechargeable.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220512/0897a71ad43a9eb32697b478547f8884.jpg)

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on May 12, 2022, 05:18:12 PM
Thank you. I have the non pro version as well. Nice little lights. Love that  they are rechargeable.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220512/0897a71ad43a9eb32697b478547f8884.jpg)

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I've had the original on my keys since it came out several years ago, with a few different colours of the i1R 2 and the anniversary edition of the pro in aluminium and titanium. Cracking lights, but I do think it's a shame they're trending larger, the Pro is a touch larger than I personally would want in a keychain light.

The rechargeable part is great, I just hope they make a USB C cable that's magnetic like they did with micro, that'd be sweet!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on June 08, 2022, 04:04:40 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/gymTj4j/285620649-427619028905976-6904367807788271937-n.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on July 03, 2022, 08:12:11 PM
Nice lumintop!
How good/bad is the small COB LED flashlight ?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on July 03, 2022, 10:58:21 PM
Nice lumintop!
How good/bad is the small COB LED flashlight ?

Thanks!

Surprisingly good actually, the clip's just a bit naff. It has both white and red light, and it's bright enough that if you unclipped it to your belt loop you'd be bale to walk down a dark path by its light. I have my eyes on a slightly bigger and better version from Amazon too  :oops:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on July 04, 2022, 06:50:53 AM
Interesting !
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zephon on July 06, 2022, 08:35:00 AM
GT Nano. Can’t wait til dark to try it out.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on July 08, 2022, 06:31:23 PM
GT Nano. Can’t wait til dark to try it out.

Oh, that looks neat!  Any good?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on July 08, 2022, 06:41:22 PM
Oh, that looks neat!  Any good?

GT Nano is oodles of fun, throws light an unreasonable distance for the size. Go on Gareth, you know you're intereste :pok:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on July 08, 2022, 07:12:29 PM
Convoy T4 with  519A in 3500K, set up for grandma use from factory : 2 mode only (this is the 13 group driver, but Simon from Convoy pre-configured it). I also asked for the driver that allows to be used with alkaline, NiMh and Lithium primaries (not 14500) as grandma has no use of rechargeable Li batteries that would fry other appliances  :whistle:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on July 08, 2022, 07:18:29 PM
Convoy T4 with  519A in 3500K, set up for grandma use from factory : 2 mode only (this is the 13 group driver, but Simon from Convoy pre-configured it). I also asked for the driver that allows to be used with alkaline, NiMh and Lithium primaries (not 14500) as grandma has no use of rechargeable Li batteries that would fry other appliances  :whistle:

A lot to be said for the "Grandma" friendly lights.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zephon on July 11, 2022, 03:47:17 AM
Oh, that looks neat!  Any good?

It’s not the light I’m gonna use to fix anything under the sink, BUT

It’s the first light I’m gonna use when the sun sets and we’re outdoors and just point at random stuff out there and expect a spotlight to show up like magic!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zephon on July 11, 2022, 03:49:32 AM
SC31 Pro.
Not exactly for pocket carry but definitely for serious work. My first 18650 and Anduril 2 light. And No, beyond battery check and ramp/step mode, I can’t figure out how to properly get into the other options.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on July 11, 2022, 08:22:09 AM
Welcome aboard :)
(I always look like a retard when I try to set up my very few Anduril flashlights)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Explorer on July 11, 2022, 02:46:34 PM
My father in law gifted me this flashlight recently and I freakin love this thing!
It’s a headlamp but it’s also functional as a small - but very bright flashlight.
It clips onto just about anything and it even has a Red or Green LED mode which is super battery efficient. Couldn’t be happier with the performance of this little light  :woohoo:

(https://i.imgur.com/IWbWkQy.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on July 11, 2022, 03:41:40 PM
Anduril is fun but at first its  :ahhh.  You'll figure it out. 

This was a big help.  Also playing with the light helps a lot. 
https://ivanthinking.net/thoughts/anduril2-manual/
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zephon on July 12, 2022, 03:09:14 AM
Anduril is fun but at first its  :ahhh.  You'll figure it out. 

This was a big help.  Also playing with the light helps a lot. 
https://ivanthinking.net/thoughts/anduril2-manual/

Thanks Aloha  :hatsoff:


I also found this (his) video on YouTube.  I needed to see how fast/slow the click and holds needed to be and what kind of response to expect after a sequence.

I *did* manage to solve my problem!  I had to do a ‘ hard factory reset’ using the ‘remove cap and hold switch til it blinks’ method.  Then I think there’s an undocumented feature where smooth and step ramping are available in Simple UI.  Hence, I never really left Simple UI to begin with. 

10 clicks and a blink later, I found myself properly in Advanced UI and can now access temp check, beacon ( managed set it to 2 seconds between flashes), etc and the strobe functions. 

I’m quite happy and satisfied that I don’t wanna touch anything else at the moment  :pok:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on July 12, 2022, 04:37:36 AM
I know what you mean.  Its so darn fun.  I'm carrying my Olight S1R today and its awesome but no fun factor. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zephon on July 13, 2022, 09:23:52 AM
I know what you mean.  Its so darn fun.  I'm carrying my Olight S1R today and its awesome but no fun factor.

I’ve always wanted an Olight but they’re quite pricey on my side of the globe. 

Gonna back track a bit on Anduril 2 — it’s fun as long as it does what you want it to do.  Otherwise it’ll just add to the stress of the day  :facepalm:

It’s kinda feels different going back to a ‘normal’ flashlight though - If I’m gonna spend USD20 to USD25 then I’d rather get one with Anduril.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on July 13, 2022, 01:38:19 PM
I’ve always wanted an Olight but they’re quite pricey on my side of the globe. 

Gonna back track a bit on Anduril 2 — it’s fun as long as it does what you want it to do.  Otherwise it’ll just add to the stress of the day  :facepalm:

It’s kinda feels different going back to a ‘normal’ flashlight though - If I’m gonna spend USD20 to USD25 then I’d rather get one with Anduril.

Is shipping to the Phillipines expensive? Olight have pretty deep sales once a month, so depending on the reshipping cost it might work out for you?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on July 13, 2022, 02:18:38 PM
Its does take a bit of messing with it to learn the UI.  In carrying my simple UI lights I'll say its great to have light but as you say for 20/25 of my money I'll go for fun UI.  I know that sounds weird to someone who just wants on/off. 

Narsil UI is one that I'd like to try as well.  I'm sure there are others but I'm not stepping anywhere near that rabbit hole  :ahhh
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zephon on July 15, 2022, 03:26:53 AM
Is shipping to the Phillipines expensive? Olight have pretty deep sales once a month, so depending on the reshipping cost it might work out for you?

I use a freight forwarding service for small stuff like SAKs and MTs and would cost me USD20 from CA or NY. It’ll take less than 2 weeks to get to my doorstep, excluding US domestic shipping times (and costs).

For Olight stuff, there’s a fanbase of sorts here so there are resellers who offer them at prices that are worth your time and money. A Baton 3 Premium is absolutely gorgeous in bright finishes!

https://shopee.ph/Olight-Baton-3-Premium-Red-w-Flashlight-Powerbank-i.67224202.19323829866?sp_atk=5301e2f4-ac52-4655-ab93-056104419087&xptdk=5301e2f4-ac52-4655-ab93-056104419087




Its does take a bit of messing with it to learn the UI.  In carrying my simple UI lights I'll say its great to have light but as you say for 20/25 of my money I'll go for fun UI.  I know that sounds weird to someone who just wants on/off. 

Narsil UI is one that I'd like to try as well.  I'm sure there are others but I'm not stepping anywhere near that rabbit hole  :ahhh

I’m also quite content with on/off for quick uses to a point where I prefer stepped ramping to smooth ramping on whatever I’ll be carrying.  That, and quick access to moonlight too.

For Narsil UI, I’d recommend the Lumintop Frog and GT Nano siblings.  >:D

Though honestly the most I’ve done in Narsil is turn off the parasitic drain light on their button.  The clicky stuff isn’t that far from Advanced UI so it feels familiar (the developers are all in the same forum anyways lol).
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on July 15, 2022, 03:34:41 AM
I use a freight forwarding service for small stuff like SAKs and MTs and would cost me USD20 from CA or NY. It’ll take less than 2 weeks to get to my doorstep, excluding US domestic shipping times (and costs).

For Olight stuff, there’s a fanbase of sorts here so there are resellers who offer them at prices that are worth your time and money. A Baton 3 Premium is absolutely gorgeous in bright finishes!


I agree with that! I have the blue/purple one with the speckled charging case  :tu:

Was hard to not pick up some stuff in the some sale, well more stuff than I did  :facepalm:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zephon on July 21, 2022, 06:51:55 AM
They’re not exactly the ‘latest purchase’ but rather the latest configuration I’m taking for a spin. I figured that I don’t think I’ll need the full power of an 18650 battery so the 18350 size should suffice for the stuff I do at home.

Here’s the SC31 Pro and HS40 both sporting 18350 tubes and batteries. Still trying to figure out what’s the better pocket clip for them, if ever….
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on July 21, 2022, 12:04:36 PM
They’re not exactly the ‘latest purchase’ but rather the latest configuration I’m taking for a spin. I figured that I don’t think I’ll need the full power of an 18650 battery so the 18350 size should suffice for the stuff I do at home.

Here’s the SC31 Pro and HS40 both sporting 18350 tubes and batteries. Still trying to figure out what’s the better pocket clip for them, if ever….

Be careful when charging the 18350 with the embedded USB-C port of the HS40 : It may charge it to quickly

Here are my latest :
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zephon on July 22, 2022, 02:14:43 AM
Be careful when charging the 18350 with the embedded USB-C port of the HS40 : It may charge it to quickly

Here are my latest :

Loving that TS10!  What’s your feedback on it? Seems to be out of stock most of the time in my neck of the woods  :ahhh


Anyone own a newer release of the IF25A?  I’m quite tempted to get one since it looks good on paper. It’s also USD30 inclusive of a battery and (a separate purchase) pocket clip.  Doesn’t have a magnetic tail though. Looking for a new Anduril 2.0 light to play with.
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Post by: m47mu74nt on July 22, 2022, 09:46:36 AM
I'd say "half good" :
It has really cool things going for it, but the clip is awful, it scratched the surface of the flashlight at first try.
I would have loved a deep-carry : so I made kind of one using old Wenger chained o-ring and modified original clip, but it scratches the body even worse than stock clip.

Anduril 2 is quite fun, but its one more UI to remember... I'd prefer it if there were two channels
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: buggs on July 30, 2022, 05:19:14 AM
Broke down and got my first Fenix today. 

After about five years or so my i1R EOS from Olight is starting to waver.  It's been on my keychain the entire time over that span and has been incredibly dependable and held a charge very, very well.  I actually have probably 5-6 more of the i1R, all of which came "free" with orders. 

But I was at a shop today (MEC for the Canadians) and was actually looking for CR batteries as they used to have them for incredibly cheap (sadly no longer the case) so I looked around and they carry Fenix lights now.  Spur of the moment purchase and I gook home an E02R for the keychain.  It's a little bigger for sure and I'm charging it right now so can't yet do much of a comparison but I'm curious to see how it holds up.  Thing is this little light cost me $30.  Olight doesn't give away the current version of their little keychain light it seems (haven't bought anything for over a year now), rather they sell it for $5.00 or so.  So this is a bit of an experiment to see how long the Fenix will hold up and how it performs in comparison. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on July 30, 2022, 05:58:19 AM
Broke down and got my first Fenix today. 

After about five years or so my i1R EOS from Olight is starting to waver.  It's been on my keychain the entire time over that span and has been incredibly dependable and held a charge very, very well.  I actually have probably 5-6 more of the i1R, all of which came "free" with orders. 

But I was at a shop today (MEC for the Canadians) and was actually looking for CR batteries as they used to have them for incredibly cheap (sadly no longer the case) so I looked around and they carry Fenix lights now.  Spur of the moment purchase and I gook home an E02R for the keychain.  It's a little bigger for sure and I'm charging it right now so can't yet do much of a comparison but I'm curious to see how it holds up.  Thing is this little light cost me $30.  Olight doesn't give away the current version of their little keychain light it seems (haven't bought anything for over a year now), rather they sell it for $5.00 or so.  So this is a bit of an experiment to see how long the Fenix will hold up and how it performs in comparison.

Very interested in how this turns out as the Fenix is more expensive than just buying the current Olight (which is substantially larger than the original, I consider you lucky to have spares!). Wondering where the value will come from for the extra $$$
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on July 30, 2022, 07:41:37 AM
Broke down and got my first Fenix today. 

After about five years or so my i1R EOS from Olight is starting to waver.  It's been on my keychain the entire time over that span and has been incredibly dependable and held a charge very, very well.  I actually have probably 5-6 more of the i1R, all of which came "free" with orders. 

But I was at a shop today (MEC for the Canadians) and was actually looking for CR batteries as they used to have them for incredibly cheap (sadly no longer the case) so I looked around and they carry Fenix lights now.  Spur of the moment purchase and I gook home an E02R for the keychain.  It's a little bigger for sure and I'm charging it right now so can't yet do much of a comparison but I'm curious to see how it holds up.  Thing is this little light cost me $30.  Olight doesn't give away the current version of their little keychain light it seems (haven't bought anything for over a year now), rather they sell it for $5.00 or so.  So this is a bit of an experiment to see how long the Fenix will hold up and how it performs in comparison.
Congrats and hope you like it. 

I have owned a few Fenix lights and they are a brand a truly trust.  I used both a Fenix PD22 and a PD25 while in the Navy.  Both lights endured a lot of abuse, without ever letting me down.  The lights always worked despite extreme temperatures, salt water, and 10+ foot drops.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on July 30, 2022, 05:11:37 PM
 :tu:  On Fenix.  I have a few myself and they've always done what they are supposed to do.  I have 2 LD02s which are among my favorites.  I also have a E05 SS that is very nice.  It did give me some early troubles but I resolved those by tightening the led assembly.  I have another which I cannot recall the model that is my camp light.  Never a issue with it and not treated kindly either.  Rains, heat, humidity, dust, falls, all with out a stumble.   
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nate j on July 31, 2022, 08:06:35 PM
I have owned quite a few Fenix lights over the years.  I’m currently running a PD40R V2 as my primary light and a LD01 (probably time to upgrade haha) on my key chain.

My experience mirrors SOS & Aloha - at work or at play, my Fenix lights have never let me down.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: buggs on August 01, 2022, 07:15:23 AM
Very interested in how this turns out as the Fenix is more expensive than just buying the current Olight (which is substantially larger than the original, I consider you lucky to have spares!). Wondering where the value will come from for the extra $$$

Interestingly the cost now is pretty similar.  I took a peak at the Olight site and they are ballpark $30 for the "pro" version of this light now.  So where it was previously easily and cheap to obtain (so long as you spent more money on other items) it is now a very comparable light pricewise. 

First observation is that initial charge time is much longer for the Fenix.  I went to bed after about four hours of charging and it wasn't charged yet.  To do a comarison on the Olight I felt it only fair to charge it up to full power before shining them side by side.  For the Olight it took about 90 minutes to get to full charge.  So much faster, but if you're doing this overnight who really cares.  And to be fair, the Fenix was an initial charge so maybe shorter for re-charge?  Used the Fenix cable to charge the Olight, btw. 

Form factor the Fenix is slightly larger, but not appreciably so and it isn't noticeable on the key chain. 

Side by side comparison by eye-test is not appreciably difference when both are fully charged.  Low power is negligible on both - it's enough light to see but detail is gone for these old eyes.  High power is frankly great on both and indistinguishable. 

By the numbers claims from manufacturers:

Power          run time           distance             impact distance          manufacturer
15 lumens   6.5 hrs              13m                    1m                                 Fenix
5 lumens      12 hrs               not given           1.5m                             Olight
200 lumens 25 min               49m                                                          Fenix
150 lumens  ? hrs                  40m                                                          Olight

Couldn't find the runtime for Olight for high power but it will be considerably shorter.  I expect it to be comparable for Fenix but the Olight has moved on to i1R2 pro so not the same model I have. 

What to choose if you have neither?  Tough call, price point is same now, both are IPX8 waterproof.  The Olight has improved so the unit doesn't fully disassemble now as it does with my i1R EOS.  Both 2 year warranty. 

One tiny advantage of the Olight: they came with (I don't have any of the pro versions, all mine are the older version) the tiny little key ring on them which the Fenix didn't.  I find that simple difference is an advantage and I pulled the Olight off, put the Fenix on the Olight provided mini ring on my keychain.  I don't think there'd be much movement without it as the attachment point on the Fenix is very sturdy, but not wide enough for my key ring to be super mobile.  Trivialities.  On the Fenix side they came with a spare O-ring which is a nice inclusion. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Zephon on August 01, 2022, 08:52:56 AM
Something new that arrived over the weekend. I’m currently taking it through its paces. It’s a TS21 with Nichia 219C emitters. Yeah, it’s got the buggy aux light that randomly turns blue. Aside from that, it’s a good sized light that feels good in your hand.

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tasky on August 01, 2022, 12:55:30 PM
Very interested in how this turns out as the Fenix is more expensive than just buying the current Olight (which is substantially larger than the original, I consider you lucky to have spares!). Wondering where the value will come from for the extra $$$
For me, the Fenix sits right between the i1R models and the i3E in terms of size, and just edges forward in terms of performance.

I have both old and new Olight's i1R models (2 EOS and 2 Pro) and they're one of the two Olight models I would actually recommend to anyone... but I still ended up using the Fenix E02R the most.

Quickly comparing the EOS to the Pro and against the Fenix E02R:
Low mode you're looking at 5lm/6hrs, 5lm/12hrs, and 15lm/6.5hrs respectively - Olight technically wins that, but really you need a sub-lumen setting to make such things *that* worthwhile. Otherwise it's mostly just down to personal requirements* and the Fenix has a better low output for 'car key/front door' situations.
High mode is 150lm/15mins, 180lm/23mins, and 200lm/25mins respectively - I would peg Fenix as the winner there, as going to High usually means you need lots more light.

Beam-wise, I find the Fenix has a warmer light and a nicer spread. The harsher white light of the Olight makes it seem brighter than it is, but the difference becomes quite apparent when you come to actually use them. I'm pretty sure all of them came with split rings, though only the Fenix had any spare o-rings.
I also prefer the build quality and just the general feel of Fenix kit. I'm a big fan of Nitecore too, but of the three I generally find Fenix is just the nicest to use in the hand.

*I use the i1R 2 EOS in all my first aid packs as you don't want too bright a light when working close-up, and the smaller size works best for mini IFAKs. The larger torches aren't that much bigger, but the Fenix sees duty on my primary EDC pocket organiser, while the i3E gathers dust on my shelf.

The EOS is £18, Pro is £22, the Fenix is £25. The Olights can sometimes be picked up for a fiver plus another fiver in postage, or occasionally for postage only.

Beyond that, it's all much of a muchness, really.
They're nigh-on the same things and almost the same sizes. I carry much bigger and better torches for most other situations, so these are just back-ups for the back-ups for the back-up lights, and for occasional use in confined spaces, or situations needing the lightest weight, such as hanging from a lightweight tent/hammock guyline.

From a personal perspective, I have had two i1R 2 Pro torches - One I played with briefly, then gave away. The other is still sat sealed in its box, next to my three remaining i1r 2 EOSes, which I always pick up during sale events and give to friends/colleagues when they finally recognise the need for a decent dinky keychain torch.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: buggs on August 01, 2022, 07:58:30 PM
For me, the Fenix sits right between the i1R models and the i3E in terms of size, and just edges forward in terms of performance.

I have both old and new Olight's i1R models (2 EOS and 2 Pro) and they're one of the two Olight models I would actually recommend to anyone... but I still ended up using the Fenix E02R the most.

Quickly comparing the EOS to the Pro and against the Fenix E02R:
Low mode you're looking at 5lm/6hrs, 5lm/12hrs, and 15lm/6.5hrs respectively - Olight technically wins that, but really you need a sub-lumen setting to make such things *that* worthwhile. Otherwise it's mostly just down to personal requirements* and the Fenix has a better low output for 'car key/front door' situations.
High mode is 150lm/15mins, 180lm/23mins, and 200lm/25mins respectively - I would peg Fenix as the winner there, as going to High usually means you need lots more light.

Beam-wise, I find the Fenix has a warmer light and a nicer spread. The harsher white light of the Olight makes it seem brighter than it is, but the difference becomes quite apparent when you come to actually use them. I'm pretty sure all of them came with split rings, though only the Fenix had any spare o-rings.
I also prefer the build quality and just the general feel of Fenix kit. I'm a big fan of Nitecore too, but of the three I generally find Fenix is just the nicest to use in the hand.

*I use the i1R 2 EOS in all my first aid packs as you don't want too bright a light when working close-up, and the smaller size works best for mini IFAKs. The larger torches aren't that much bigger, but the Fenix sees duty on my primary EDC pocket organiser, while the i3E gathers dust on my shelf.

The EOS is £18, Pro is £22, the Fenix is £25. The Olights can sometimes be picked up for a fiver plus another fiver in postage, or occasionally for postage only.

Beyond that, it's all much of a muchness, really.
They're nigh-on the same things and almost the same sizes. I carry much bigger and better torches for most other situations, so these are just back-ups for the back-ups for the back-up lights, and for occasional use in confined spaces, or situations needing the lightest weight, such as hanging from a lightweight tent/hammock guyline.

From a personal perspective, I have had two i1R 2 Pro torches - One I played with briefly, then gave away. The other is still sat sealed in its box, next to my three remaining i1r 2 EOSes, which I always pick up during sale events and give to friends/colleagues when they finally recognise the need for a decent dinky keychain torch.
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on September 14, 2022, 05:33:21 AM
Reylight Pineapple Mini
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220914/8ef947c8de26273eec7e612bcf7fd093.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: RafaelSeago on September 19, 2022, 05:46:37 PM
I had a similar flashlight, but it's not very convenient if you need it for daily use and for a longer period.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: tango44 on September 21, 2022, 12:31:59 AM
Modlite PLHV2 18350 and Cloud Defensive EDC micro.


Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on September 21, 2022, 05:19:28 AM
I had a similar flashlight, but it's not very convenient if you need it for daily use and for a longer period.
Agree.  I think it will be nice for “what if” or the unanticipated use.  If I know I’m going to be needing my light a lot, I is usually my HDS that is with me.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: RafaelSeago on September 22, 2022, 11:29:08 AM
I had a similar flashlight, but it's not very convenient if you need it for daily use and for a longer period.

I like this LINK REMOVED from amazon better. They have a lot of features, and one of the best is the battery life, up to nine hours. Also, they come in a set of two, so you can be sure you won't be without a light. It's very easy to carry, and it can illuminate an entire road or mountain on the darkest night. I have tried many flashlights, but this one seems to be the best for price and quality.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kamaveles on September 23, 2022, 03:31:12 PM
I used to choose camping lanterns based on their appearance.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: kamaveles on September 27, 2022, 01:52:02 PM
I used to choose camping lanterns based on their appearance.
I would often like a flashlight just because its lid was red or because it had cool candy-like buttons, and that sort of thing. It was childlike in me. Now I pick up all the items I need based on their usefulness, compactness, and cost. I don't now get flashlights that turn off in the rain or after falling in a puddle, you know. I'll take a flashlight that is as versatile as possible. The last one I bought was
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because I had to walk a quarter mile of cave waist-deep in water. It was a cool adventure, and I'm glad my flashlight withstood the water and mud, dudes.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on October 04, 2022, 05:18:01 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/27GVzmW/309821362-465042222240682-399474508413905667-n-1.jpg)

Haul:

- imini in surprise colour (no intention of opening any time soon)
- i3e in OD green
- i2R Pro in blue
- Warrior 3 S
- Baton 3 Pro
- Patch

Very happy with the performance and feel so far, though the new button design on the baton is weird and messes with my head, just need some time with it.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nakken on October 04, 2022, 07:16:58 AM
Excellent haul GF, congrats! :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Echotech on October 04, 2022, 07:30:30 AM
:iagree: :like:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on October 04, 2022, 06:01:36 PM
Thanking you both kindly  :hatsoff:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Farmer X on October 05, 2022, 12:56:57 AM
Nice haul! :tu: Hopefully you'll get used to the button on the Baton quickly.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on October 05, 2022, 01:08:40 AM
Thanks! it's growing on me already
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on October 14, 2022, 02:38:58 AM
Nice haul of olights GF
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: powernoodle on October 20, 2022, 04:25:04 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/VwXlRSC.jpg)
Nitecore NU33.

https://flashlight.nitecore.com/product/nu33
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: aicolainen on October 20, 2022, 07:03:05 PM
Been on a flashlight hiatus for a while, but after loosing a couple of headlamps, it was time to do something about it.
Was planning to get Zebralight(s), but availability has been spotty, and the price.. yeah, well. I try to avoid Chinese to a reasonable degree, but this time it didn’t feel reasonable.
If someone has a feeling @MaxLvlEdc could be responsible for putting some weight on the scale here, I can’t really argue against that claim. 
(https://everydaycarrot.net/onewebmedia/0DCD401B-953C-4D60-8C6A-C741C9CE3C6C.jpeg)

The HS10 has replaced my MIA Olight Nova as general outdoor light. This is by far the category thats sees most use. 1 - 3 hours a day typically.

The HS05 has replaced my MIA Petzl (something) as my work light for home use. I could probably get by using the HS10 for this, but it simplifies logistics to have booth. And the profile fits better with how I prefer to carry my work light.

The Wrukkos I didn’t primarily buy for its merits as a light, but rather to use it as a power bank with a useful trick up its sleeve.
It has replaced my old power bank that typically rides in my EDC backpack, but also comes along for travel and backpacking trips. It’s slimmer, lighter, more rugged, has more carry options  and I can easily replace the battery if it shows signs of  loosing its ghost. To boot, it can serve as a very decent backup light and headlamp.
It has already proven its usefulness as a backup light. One evening I was doing electrical work at my mothers house, my primary backpack work light (Lumintop EDC05C) ran out of juice long before I was ready to flip the breakers back on. It was very convenient to have such a potent light source easy at hand in that situation.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on October 20, 2022, 07:22:34 PM
Been on a flashlight hiatus for a while, but after loosing a couple of headlamps, it was time to do something about it.
Was planning to get Zebralight(s), but availability has been spotty, and the price.. yeah, well. I try to avoid Chinese to a reasonable degree, but this time it didn’t feel reasonable.
If someone has a feeling @MaxLvlEdc could be responsible for putting some weight on the scale here, I can’t really argue against that claim. 
(https://everydaycarrot.net/onewebmedia/0DCD401B-953C-4D60-8C6A-C741C9CE3C6C.jpeg)

The HS10 has replaced my MIA Olight Nova as general outdoor light. This is by far the category thats sees most use. 1 - 3 hours a day typically.

The HS05 has replaced my MIA Petzl (something) as my work light for home use. I could probably get by using the HS10 for this, but it simplifies logistics to have booth. And the profile fits better with how I prefer to carry my work light.

The Wrukkos I didn’t primarily buy for its merits as a light, but rather to use it as a power bank with a useful trick up its sleeve.
It has replaced my old power bank that typically rides in my EDC backpack, but also comes along for travel and backpacking trips. It’s slimmer, lighter, more rugged, has more carry options  and I can easily replace the battery if it shows signs of  loosing its ghost. To boot, it can serve as a very decent backup light and headlamp.
It has already proven its usefulness as a backup light. One evening I was doing electrical work at my mothers house, my primary backpack work light (Lumintop EDC05C) ran out of juice long before I was ready to flip the breakers back on. It was very convenient to have such a potent light source easy at hand in that situation.

Will be very interested in how you get on with it's performance as a powerbank, I can't imagine a light would be any good at that kind of thing but it will be interesting to see the results!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: aicolainen on October 24, 2022, 09:51:24 AM
Will be very interested in how you get on with it's performance as a powerbank, I can't imagine a light would be any good at that kind of thing but it will be interesting to see the results!

I'll try to remember that.
I should say I don't use powerbanks a lot. I don't use my phone for power hungry tasks and I have steady access to chargers throughout the day, most of the time. It's mainly an emergency device/feature, and usually if I have to take out my powerbank, it's for somebody else's emergency.

Now, besides being limited by the capacity of a single 21700 Li-Ion cell, I'm not sure exactly why I shouldn't expect a light to perform well as a powerbank.
The fact that it's a high output light, means they can't cheap out on some of the components that one might be tempted to save some money on in a dedicated powerbank. Now, this equation is obviously not just in favor of the flashlight. The fact that they have a more constrained weight, size and form factor canvas to work with, means that they might not de able to fit the most effective DC-DC converter, and with ample heatsink compared to most powerbanks, that isn't likely to be a problem heat-wise, but may translate to more heat loss and less energy transferred to the target device.
The specs are a bit mushy when it comes to charging speeds, as it doesn't differentiate between input and output, so I suspect it's only valid for input. If it's the same spec either way, I'd be very impressed:
5V/3A, 9V/2A and 12V/1.5A

At this point it's still a guessing game, and with my very basic needs concerning powerbanks, it may take some time for the facts to be revealed. My basic needs are also part of why it makes sense to opt for a dual use device, it might not be everybody's cup of tea.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on October 24, 2022, 10:33:52 PM
I'll try to remember that.
I should say I don't use powerbanks a lot. I don't use my phone for power hungry tasks and I have steady access to chargers throughout the day, most of the time. It's mainly an emergency device/feature, and usually if I have to take out my powerbank, it's for somebody else's emergency.

Now, besides being limited by the capacity of a single 21700 Li-Ion cell, I'm not sure exactly why I shouldn't expect a light to perform well as a powerbank.
The fact that it's a high output light, means they can't cheap out on some of the components that one might be tempted to save some money on in a dedicated powerbank. Now, this equation is obviously not just in favor of the flashlight. The fact that they have a more constrained weight, size and form factor canvas to work with, means that they might not de able to fit the most effective DC-DC converter, and with ample heatsink compared to most powerbanks, that isn't likely to be a problem heat-wise, but may translate to more heat loss and less energy transferred to the target device.
The specs are a bit mushy when it comes to charging speeds, as it doesn't differentiate between input and output, so I suspect it's only valid for input. If it's the same spec either way, I'd be very impressed:
5V/3A, 9V/2A and 12V/1.5A

At this point it's still a guessing game, and with my very basic needs concerning powerbanks, it may take some time for the facts to be revealed. My basic needs are also part of why it makes sense to opt for a dual use device, it might not be everybody's cup of tea.

Ahh that makes more sense, if you rarely need one yourself then it'll likely do the job just fine.

As for why a flashlight wouldn't be a good one:

- Ergonomically you can't practically hold both your phone and it in one hand like a powerbank, or rest the phone on top to take less space on a surface.

- The charging is not only going to be slower, but also less intelligent in reacting to the different types of devices you're charging.

- Single output

- Less capacity for the weight/bulk you're carrying

- The more you use your flashlight, the less charge you have available for your devices and vice versa.

I'm not opposed to this functionality, and for those like yourself, it might be more than sufficient. However, I'd never personally rely on one as my powerbank or choose a light based on it having that functionality. That's a personal preference, and I use powerbanks regularly with multiple devices, so a different set of needs.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: aicolainen on October 25, 2022, 10:11:37 PM
Ahh that makes more sense, if you rarely need one yourself then it'll likely do the job just fine.

As for why a flashlight wouldn't be a good one:

- Ergonomically you can't practically hold both your phone and it in one hand like a powerbank, or rest the phone on top to take less space on a surface.

- The charging is not only going to be slower, but also less intelligent in reacting to the different types of devices you're charging.

- Single output

- Less capacity for the weight/bulk you're carrying

- The more you use your flashlight, the less charge you have available for your devices and vice versa.

I'm not opposed to this functionality, and for those like yourself, it might be more than sufficient. However, I'd never personally rely on one as my powerbank or choose a light based on it having that functionality. That's a personal preference, and I use powerbanks regularly with multiple devices, so a different set of needs.

You sound like a more advanced powerbank user than myself, so that shuffles the priorities around.
To your points (not to disagree, because I don’t, but rather to clarify my reasoning for anyone else who might see this as a relevant option::
- Ergonomics is a none issue. I would normally charge my device in the backpack, and if for instance I need to use the phone while charging, the charging cable is long enough (1.5m) that I can have the light/PB in my pocket or on my desk while using the phone. I used my old PB the same way, and the light is more comfortable in pocket.
- I need to test/measure the charging speed, as the spec. is a bit ambiguous, but if it can deliver 15/18W as it kind of suggests, that’s the same as my (iPhone) wall charger - which isn’t bad in my book. By intelligent, I suppose you mean able to negotiate the fastest supported charging protocol? I wouldn’t know, but it supports multiple voltage levels in at lest one direction, so there is some intelligence.
- Single output could become an issue. Not typically a problem I’m likely to run into, but if it comes to show that the charging output is mediocre, one output could be a bottleneck. Though slow charging is really the underlaying issue in that case.
- 5000mAh is probably less capacity than most PB’s on the market these days. It’s not terrible for the size and weight though. My old PB, based on size and specs, contains 4x18650 with a combined capacity of 10000mAh. While not double the size and weight, it’s bulky and fragile. Which means I have to add impact and water protection for backpacking, hunting and similar scenarios. That’s added weight, bulk, worry and inconvenience I don’t have to deal with anymore. The ruggedness and dual use capability of the light comes at a slight disadvantage in mAh/(weight x bulk), but it’s worth it. And while not a practical solution for everyday use, it’s also adaptable. Let’s say I take it for a longer backpacking trip, e.g. a week or more, I could add the number of separate 21700 cells I deem necessary - and adapt the capacity to my needs. I.e. I don’t have to buy different size PBs to accommodate variable needs.
- The last point isn’t an issue with the device. The user just has to be mindful about what it’s for. I consider it a PB for all practical purposes, another device will be my primary light source. So it won’t be used as a light unless I’m in a pinch, and in that case I rather have a PB with a light feature than one without.

Some of this reasoning may fall apart if I find out that it does a poor job as a PB, but this is the hypothesis I’m working with.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on November 27, 2022, 11:21:29 PM
After all the hype I decided to give the A5 a shot. I’m diggin the size.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on December 01, 2022, 08:58:40 PM
After all the hype I decided to give the A5 a shot. I’m diggin the size.
Congrats.  Nice little light.

RovyVon does make nice keychain lights from my experience and it has multiple different models depending on desires,
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: powernoodle on December 01, 2022, 10:44:50 PM
RovyVon

(https://i.imgur.com/mgTegLO.jpg)
The Rovyvon A28 gets about 50% of my EDC time, with the Streamlight Protac 2AAA get the other share.  It has a pretty awesome feature set, including a side-mounted UV.  I also have the A5 like ROC, which is my fidget and nighttime light when I'm wandering around the Powernoodle Compound.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nate j on December 12, 2022, 10:14:27 PM
Nitecore MH10S
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on December 13, 2022, 05:50:20 PM
Not exactly my latest flashlight, but my latest modification :

SFT40 emitter
OP reflector
and "tactical" forward switch (instead of the factory reverse clicky) ==> got some trouble to get it working and had to "shave" the rubber boot because the forward switch is taller than the factory one
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: colt 1911 on December 16, 2022, 10:07:37 PM
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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on December 16, 2022, 10:25:58 PM
Red only?  I like it.  I carry a light with red accessory LEDs.   
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: colt 1911 on December 17, 2022, 12:31:21 AM
Red only?  I like it.  I carry a light with red accessory LEDs.
Hey Aloha, white also


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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on December 17, 2022, 04:04:05 PM
 :like:  Thats great.  I thought red was a gimmick because I was new to lights with anything other than white or back then amber.  I have a cheap headlamp with red and green in addition to white.  I love the red for exactly what it does, preserve night vision when in a tent.  HAHAHA, my partner is very appreciative of that, as am I  :D. 

Great at halloween too. 

 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 19, 2022, 12:32:24 PM
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Sofirn
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: enki_ck on December 19, 2022, 02:41:05 PM
:like:  Thats great.  I thought red was a gimmick because I was new to lights with anything other than white or back then amber.  I have a cheap headlamp with red and green in addition to white.  I love the red for exactly what it does, preserve night vision when in a tent.  HAHAHA, my partner is very appreciative of that, as am I  :D. 

Great at halloween too. 

 

Night vision, meh. Not having insects flying in and around your mouth when you're trying to have dinner at camp .... Awesome :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on December 19, 2022, 05:00:23 PM
 :tu: Yet another great use.  Last night we dropped off my partners son to a shuttle bus for a party on the military base.  They could have chosen a darker parking lot I'm sure  ;).  We get there and the chaperone had a clip board with the list of kids invited to the party.  Not sure why she didn't have a light?  A kid takes out his phone and POW, I was already reaching for my red led light.  I turn mine on shine on the clip board, he turns his phones light off.  Lighting a path bright is great, super dark parking lot, clip board with white paper, not so good. 

This is also where low lumens SHINE  8).     
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 21, 2022, 06:36:57 PM
Ordered myself a Lumintop Frog, with both 10180 and 10440 options.  Coming from China so I suspect it's going to be next year before I get to try it out. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: primeholy on December 27, 2022, 09:40:38 PM
NEBO Torchy 2K my wife got me for Christmas.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on December 28, 2022, 07:49:31 PM
Ordered myself a Lumintop Frog, with both 10180 and 10440 options.  Coming from China so I suspect it's going to be next year before I get to try it out.

I was about to get one, but finally pulled the trigger on a Lumintop D1, I already have 10440 flashlight (Manker E02 II) and 10180 (Fenix UC02SS), and battery life is ... as expected  :drink:  (and for what's worse, I couldn't find any 10440/10180 that doesn't have a bad self drain)
my preferred form factor is now 16340 for compactness (or 18350 if I also want to be able to use it as a full sized flashlight once in a while with 18650 battery and tube), I never go smaller (even 14500 aren't that good imho)

But I am very interested with your feedback when you get it, maybe I'll reconsider my position  :twak:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 29, 2022, 06:24:49 PM
I was about to get one, but finally pulled the trigger on a Lumintop D1, I already have 10440 flashlight (Manker E02 II) and 10180 (Fenix UC02SS), and battery life is ... as expected  :drink:  (and for what's worse, I couldn't find any 10440/10180 that doesn't have a bad self drain)
my preferred form factor is now 16340 for compactness (or 18350 if I also want to be able to use it as a full sized flashlight once in a while with 18650 battery and tube), I never go smaller (even 14500 aren't that good imho)

But I am very interested with your feedback when you get it, maybe I'll reconsider my position  :twak:

Just got it in this afternoon.  In it's 10180 form it has to be the cutest little light I've ever seen.  :D  First impressions are good, but I'm also a bit concerned by the battery life.  We shall see if it's a problem in real life (and for my uses).   I do find the illuminated switch an...odd (?) choice given the tiny cell capacity.  I will be using the 10440 tube for the moment though.  You can, of course, lock it out by giving the head a slight twist, but that gives you quite a faff of work to do in order to get your light on when you need it. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on December 29, 2022, 07:32:24 PM
Just got it in this afternoon.  In it's 10180 form it has to be the cutest little light I've ever seen.  :D  First impressions are good, but I'm also a bit concerned by the battery life.  We shall see if it's a problem in real life (and for my uses).   I do find the illuminated switch an...odd (?) choice given the tiny cell capacity.  I will be using the 10440 tube for the moment though.  You can, of course, lock it out by giving the head a slight twist, but that gives you quite a faff of work to do in order to get your light on when you need it.

That backlight annoys me, I'm pretty sure there's a UI way to turn it off if you don't fancy hardware lockout.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: powernoodle on December 29, 2022, 07:51:55 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/KSyckkQ.jpg)
Santa gave me an Olight Arkfeld.  I like the somewhat unusual form factor, deep clip, UI with 5 levels plus strobe, magnetic charger and a pretty strong green laser.  It also has a battery meter.  The only small ding I give it is that I'm concerned that it could activate in my pocket due to the button placement.  This has not actually happened because I lock out the UI when its in my pocket with a 2 second long press, so its not that big of a deal.  But really I think you need to lock it and unlock it with every use if you are doing pocket carry.  Overall I give it high marks .  Comes in a variety of colors.  The Olight Arkfeld is Powernoodle Approved.

https://www.olightstore.com/arkfeld-flat-flashlight.html
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on December 29, 2022, 08:01:22 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/KSyckkQ.jpg)
Santa gave me an Olight Arkfeld.  I like the somewhat unusual form factor, deep clip, UI with 5 levels plus strobe, magnetic charger and a pretty strong green laser.  It also has a battery meter.  The only small ding I give it is that I'm concerned that it could activate in my pocket due to the button placement.  This has not actually happened because I lock out the UI when its in my pocket with a 2 second long press, so its not that big of a deal.  But really I think you need to lock it and unlock it with every use if you are doing pocket carry.  Overall I give it high marks .  Comes in a variety of colors.  The Olight Arkfeld is Powernoodle Approved.

https://www.olightstore.com/arkfeld-flat-flashlight.html

Arkfeld is a cracking light  :tu:

For what it's worth I've never had it come on whilst having it in my pocket for fitness walks, I'm pretty sure the switching ring would prevent most accidental activations. Refreshing to see someone willing to use lock out though!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: powernoodle on December 29, 2022, 08:14:39 PM
I'm pretty sure the switching ring would prevent most accidental activations.

Yeah I just laid it on the table with the button/ring down, and could not activate it by pressing it into the table, so you are prolly right.   :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on December 29, 2022, 09:38:15 PM
Just got it in this afternoon.  In it's 10180 form it has to be the cutest little light I've ever seen.  :D  First impressions are good, but I'm also a bit concerned by the battery life.  We shall see if it's a problem in real life (and for my uses).   I do find the illuminated switch an...odd (?) choice given the tiny cell capacity.  I will be using the 10440 tube for the moment though.  You can, of course, lock it out by giving the head a slight twist, but that gives you quite a faff of work to do in order to get your light on when you need it.

thanks a lot :) i'm looking forward to a "long term" review !
(for the self discharge of 10180 and 10440 batteries I wasn't event talking about "idle drain" due to to e-button, but about the "open circuit" self discharge, which also occurs in mechanical lockout, or in storage)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 30, 2022, 10:17:43 AM
That backlight annoys me, I'm pretty sure there's a UI way to turn it off if you don't fancy hardware lockout.

I had a bit of a Google to see if there was a way, but came up blank.  :-\  if you find something then I'd be very happy to hear about it.  :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on December 31, 2022, 10:43:17 AM
I just got the Fenix as a GAW prize.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: dks on December 31, 2022, 12:26:54 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/KSyckkQ.jpg)
Santa gave me an Olight Arkfeld.  I like the somewhat unusual form factor, deep clip, UI with 5 levels plus strobe, magnetic charger and a pretty strong green laser.  It also has a battery meter.  The only small ding I give it is that I'm concerned that it could activate in my pocket due to the button placement.  This has not actually happened because I lock out the UI when its in my pocket with a 2 second long press, so its not that big of a deal.  But really I think you need to lock it and unlock it with every use if you are doing pocket carry.  Overall I give it high marks .  Comes in a variety of colors.  The Olight Arkfeld is Powernoodle Approved.

https://www.olightstore.com/arkfeld-flat-flashlight.html

LOVE your desktop!!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: powernoodle on December 31, 2022, 11:46:56 PM
 :salute: :salute: :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on January 01, 2023, 09:26:30 PM
I had a bit of a Google to see if there was a way, but came up blank.  :-\  if you find something then I'd be very happy to hear about it.  :salute:

From a quick google this should work (tested on my Nano, which should be identical bar the reflector array):

The switch backlight is turned on by default when the flashlight is turned off. If you don't want to use this backlight, simply turn the flashlight on and off quickly. The status LED in this case will remain disabled until the next use (only under "RAMPING UI")

Can take a try or two to get the rhythm without turning turbo on, but does work. Hope that helps.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 02, 2023, 02:14:42 AM
From a quick google this should work (tested on my Nano, which should be identical bar the reflector array):

The switch backlight is turned on by default when the flashlight is turned off. If you don't want to use this backlight, simply turn the flashlight on and off quickly. The status LED in this case will remain disabled until the next use (only under "RAMPING UI")

Can take a try or two to get the rhythm without turning turbo on, but does work. Hope that helps.

Cheers baddy.  Gave it a go but if it's possible I can't manage it.  :D  Mine isn't a ramping UI though so I'm going to use that as an excuse for my failure.  ;)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 10, 2023, 10:51:27 PM
So after a week or so I'm going to say that I'm perfectly happy with the Frog and it's cell capacity/draining.  "Real world" applications for me is once or twice a day at lower levels and not for much time, but I was still able to turn it on at full today. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on January 12, 2023, 09:20:07 PM
Being utterly disappointed with Lumintop D1 UI, I got myself an EDC18 (Anduril), in the only version left : copper.
But copper is REALLY heavy, and I don't like the blue accents much ..

1/ added glow gasket
2/ removed the bunny (thx to https://www.reddit.com/r/flashlight/comments/gujw5x/edc18_modbunny_delete/) but I had some trouble with it, started with 2500grit not to scratch the rubber boot, but had to go gown to 800 to really start remove the Bunny... so it has some scratches :(
3/ swapped the blue ring with the silver one from D1sanded down the blue metallic ring around the button (pics where taken before)

I still need to swap the emitter with 3*LH351D 2700K LEDs

Quite happy with the result :)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tasky on January 12, 2023, 10:59:36 PM
Thanks to what we suspect is a pocketary mishap with a toddler, I lost my beloved Perun Mini somewhere between my house and Costco....

So I've ordered the new version which, on the spec sheet, may well be absolutely everything I ever wanted in an EDC light.
It's somewhere in the post, so I imagine a review will be required of me once it's arrived!!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on January 13, 2023, 09:19:09 AM
 :mail: :twak: (don't forget to show us when it comes)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on January 13, 2023, 09:35:24 AM
Being utterly disappointed with Lumintop D1 UI, I got myself an EDC18 (Anduril), in the only version left : copper.
But copper is REALLY heavy, and I don't like the blue accents much ..

1/ added glow gasket
2/ removed the bunny (thx to https://www.reddit.com/r/flashlight/comments/gujw5x/edc18_modbunny_delete/) but I had some trouble with it, started with 2500grit not to scratch the rubber boot, but had to go gown to 800 to really start remove the Bunny... so it has some scratches :(
3/ swapped the blue ring with the silver one from D1sanded down the blue metallic ring around the button (pics where taken before)

I still need to swap the emitter with 3*LH351D 2700K LEDs

Quite happy with the result :)

Now that looks nice! Love the glow gasket, great work  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on January 13, 2023, 09:36:07 AM
Thanks to what we suspect is a pocketary mishap with a toddler, I lost my beloved Perun Mini somewhere between my house and Costco....

So I've ordered the new version which, on the spec sheet, may well be absolutely everything I ever wanted in an EDC light.
It's somewhere in the post, so I imagine a review will be required of me once it's arrived!!

I've had my Perun mini 2 for about a month now, great light and I think you'll really like it  :tu:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on January 15, 2023, 05:38:21 PM
So after a week or so I'm going to say that I'm perfectly happy with the Frog and it's cell capacity/draining.  "Real world" applications for me is once or twice a day at lower levels and not for much time, but I was still able to turn it on at full today.

Tried the tiny cell and, with very little use, found it to be dead after five days.  Never noticed it to have turned itself on in my pocket.  Oddly the red backlight on the switch has gone out and I don't know how (or when) it happened*.  :think:

*PS, yes, I have changed the cell and the switch light is still off.  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 20, 2023, 09:09:42 PM
I've had my Perun mini 2 for about a month now, great light and I think you'll really like it  :tu:

Was looking at this light in the internet. You guys like it?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tasky on January 21, 2023, 04:01:56 AM
Was looking at this light in the internet. You guys like it?
I loved the Perun Mini... Still deciding on the PM2. Some definite advantages over the PM, but a couple of features are somewhat diminished, too....
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on January 21, 2023, 07:51:32 AM
Was looking at this light in the internet. You guys like it?

I like it, I've been a fan of this size headlamp/flaslight since I got the H1Nova back in 2016.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on January 21, 2023, 07:51:50 AM
I loved the Perun Mini... Still deciding on the PM2. Some definite advantages over the PM, but a couple of features are somewhat diminished, too....

What features are giving you pause?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tasky on January 21, 2023, 10:35:59 PM
What features are giving you pause?
The PM2 pocket clip isn't as strong as the PM and it doesn't fit the velcro holder patch. The tail magnet is also WAY weaker than on the PM. The PM2's slash-cut knurling is also notably slippier compared to the pineapple grenade texture of the PM.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: GearedForwards on January 22, 2023, 12:13:37 AM
The PM2 pocket clip isn't as strong as the PM and it doesn't fit the velcro holder patch. The tail magnet is also WAY weaker than on the PM. The PM2's slash-cut knurling is also notably slippier compared to the pineapple grenade texture of the PM.

Huh I didn't know about the patch thing, how come it doesn't fit?

Is the strength thing because the clip freely rotates vs sitting in a cut groove to lock it in? I've not noticed any retention issues or it popping off the light so I'm not sure what else this could be.

I don't have anything with the pineapple knurling, but I think I'd rate the PM2's as good if not a bit better as the dash-style knurling that's on the Warrior 3S, Warrior Mini, Baton series.

If you're unsure, you can always pick up the original mini, since you already know you like it?
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tasky on January 22, 2023, 02:08:21 AM
Huh I didn't know about the patch thing, how come it doesn't fit?
Is the strength thing because the clip freely rotates vs sitting in a cut groove to lock it in? I've not noticed any retention issues or it popping off the light so I'm not sure what else this could be.
I don't have anything with the pineapple knurling, but I think I'd rate the PM2's as good if not a bit better as the dash-style knurling that's on the Warrior 3S, Warrior Mini, Baton series.
If you're unsure, you can always pick up the original mini, since you already know you like it?

The new PM2 pocket clip is a mil or two wider, so doesn't fit inside the barrel pivot.
The initial upward leg of the clip is braced right up against the back of the head, so the clip strength is purely down to that first bend. It grips OK, but is notably easier to pull off the pocket edge than the PM... and since that's how I lost my last one in the first place, it's a point of concern for me.
The slash-cut is basically the same as the dash-cut, in that your fingers can hold the barrel really well longitudinally (great for longer torches), but if you're having to grip the light with any force, your fingers slide around the width of the tube and you can easily drop it. The grenade knurling worked very well in both directions.

I may well go get another PM eventually, but even at £45 the PM2 was an expense I didn't need at this time, so another PM1 at £65 would be a very stupid thing to do.
If I really can't get on with the PM2, I have plenty of other torches to pick from... Fenix's E18R or their HM50R v2 are both lovely EDC pieces that I like to swap in occasionally.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on February 13, 2023, 08:09:23 PM
Being utterly disappointed with Lumintop D1 UI, I got myself an EDC18 (Anduril), in the only version left : copper.
But copper is REALLY heavy, and I don't like the blue accents much ..

1/ added glow gasket
2/ removed the bunny (thx to https://www.reddit.com/r/flashlight/comments/gujw5x/edc18_modbunny_delete/) but I had some trouble with it, started with 2500grit not to scratch the rubber boot, but had to go gown to 800 to really start remove the Bunny... so it has some scratches :(
3/ swapped the blue ring with the silver one from D1sanded down the blue metallic ring around the button (pics where taken before)

I still need to swap the emitter with 3*LH351D 2700K LEDs

Quite happy with the result :)

So I pushed my luck a little more, and swapped the emitter, not with 3 Samsung LH351D but Nichia 519A 2700K LEDs.
used a very little hotplate, bought specifically for the job, I wouldn't risk these with a candle based ghetto reflow
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on February 14, 2023, 04:05:10 AM
Reylight LANapple
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230214/0a97d0f7385998ac4e97483b0456dd2a.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on February 14, 2023, 04:21:09 AM
Just got it in this afternoon.  In it's 10180 form it has to be the cutest little light I've ever seen.  :D  First impressions are good, but I'm also a bit concerned by the battery life.  We shall see if it's a problem in real life (and for my uses).   I do find the illuminated switch an...odd (?) choice given the tiny cell capacity.  I will be using the 10440 tube for the moment though.  You can, of course, lock it out by giving the head a slight twist, but that gives you quite a faff of work to do in order to get your light on when you need it.
I managed to turn off the switch light.  I forgot what I did, but acquired to this pic, it should be 7 clicks from Off
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230214/2706a01adb90dfb3ee7d53ea4378e5eb.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: powernoodle on February 17, 2023, 01:26:34 AM
Arkfeld is a cracking light  :tu:

For what it's worth I've never had it come on whilst having it in my pocket for fitness walks

After several weeks of carry, I am no longer concerned that it might activate in my pocket.  I like just about everything about the light, and its nice to have a laser to play with.

 :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on February 17, 2023, 06:41:18 AM
I managed to turn off the switch light.  I forgot what I did, but acquired to this pic, it should be 7 clicks from Off
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230214/2706a01adb90dfb3ee7d53ea4378e5eb.jpg)

Hey, that works!  Cheers Sos.   :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on February 17, 2023, 08:13:49 AM
Hey, that works!  Cheers Sos.   :cheers:
Glad it worked.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on March 20, 2023, 08:03:19 PM
Anyone has/knows about the performance of LEXMAN flashlights? In particular these models:

LEXMAN 525LM micro USB (€12.99)
(https://media.adeo.com/marketplace/LMPT/84733096/1794232.png?width=750&height=750&format=jpg&quality=80&fit=bounds)
(https://media.adeo.com/marketplace/LMPT/84733096/3171994.png?width=750&height=750&format=jpg&quality=80&fit=bounds)

LEXMAN 1200LM-360LM (€14.99)
(https://media.adeo.com/marketplace/LMPT/84733094/3235017.png?width=750&height=750&format=jpg&quality=80&fit=bounds)

LEXMAN 450LM (€14.99)
(https://media.adeo.com/marketplace/LMPT/84733098/3234990.png?width=750&height=750&format=jpg&quality=80&fit=bounds)

Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on March 23, 2023, 12:09:20 PM
Well, I might be answering my own question soon. Just bought this one:

LEXMAN 1200LM-360LM (€14.99)
(https://media.adeo.com/marketplace/LMPT/84733094/3235017.png?width=750&height=750&format=jpg&quality=80&fit=bounds)

This thing is a beast! Goes from 18cm to 20cm, using the zoom. Built like a tank. Feels strong enough to be used for battoning!
 :twak: :twak:

I'm going to look for some rechargeable batteries for it and will let you know how it performs after some use.

 :cheers: :salute:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on March 23, 2023, 03:22:32 PM
 :tu: I have no knowledge of this light.  I hope its a keeper. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on March 24, 2023, 09:35:52 AM
Looking at price and advertised power, no worries, the LED will be a vomiting cold white with green tint and awful corona :(
and poor battery-life with 4AA
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: pfrsantos on March 24, 2023, 04:49:21 PM
Looking at price and advertised power, no worries, the LED will be a vomiting cold white with green tint and awful corona :(
and poor battery-life with 4AA

Batoning aid it is, then!

 :salute:


I was just looking for a strong light to keep in my car. Probably won't get much use, unless it's not that bad and then I'll keep it around the house. I'll let you guys know when I test it.

 :cheers:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on March 27, 2023, 09:18:09 PM
I won't say I don't keep a (very) bad flashlight in the car  :pok:
(along with a good one, but the bad one has a specific purpose : being handed to anybody that need something to see in the dark without worrying of not getting it back  :facepalm:)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on April 01, 2023, 09:42:35 PM
Wurkkos TS11, impressive light : super throw, Anduril2, RGB button and aux 
I love it (but it won't be an edc :twak:)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on April 02, 2023, 04:26:09 PM
Holster carry?  That is some serious throw. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on April 09, 2023, 01:26:25 PM
Holster carry?  That is some serious throw.

for now it is on the shelf  :twak:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on April 16, 2023, 03:17:47 PM
Windmill slam that thing in a backpack and put it to work!

Great looking light.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Millhouse on April 16, 2023, 08:50:54 PM
My new EDC, Fenix PD25R.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on April 17, 2023, 07:15:53 AM
I recently picked up a new Reylight Pineapple Mini. 

I think the Pineapple Mini is one of my favorite lights and the colors on this one are great.  It packs a lot of brightness for its size especially if using a 10440, but also works nicely with AAA primary or NiMh.  The metal tailswitch is a little strange at first but nice once you get use to it.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230417/4a395d0397a98111f1df104b9f99f7f5.jpg)

I also recently added an Olight Gober Safety Night Light off a special where you only had to pay shipping.  It goes nicely on my dog walking bag.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230417/cf37c251a5cd60125128ab02b495b13c.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Aloha on April 17, 2023, 04:33:52 PM
 :like: Those safety lights are such nice items to have.  We have a few dog people here who have them on their dog collars.  They also have them on themselves.  We don't have a lot of street light in my area and it gets pretty dark. 

That is an awesome looking Reylight
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Tasky on April 17, 2023, 09:34:29 PM
:like: Those safety lights are such nice items to have.  We have a few dog people here who have them on their dog collars.  They also have them on themselves.  We don't have a lot of street light in my area and it gets pretty dark. 
:iagree:

I have one of these Gobers myself, although I'd not trust it on a dog collar - Too easily knocked off.
We have a set of Orbiloc ones for our pups, in different colours so I can see who is where!
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on May 29, 2023, 04:48:22 AM
Have a replacement flashlight coming in the mail along with a couple of modification parts.

Best EDC Tactical light there is in my opinion.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Sos24 on May 29, 2023, 05:43:34 AM
My new EDC, Fenix PD25R.
Nice.  I used a PD25 on a couple deployments.  They are great lights.  My only complaint is the led, I wish they would make some lights with warmer HiCri options.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on May 29, 2023, 09:37:10 PM
Nice.  I used a PD25 on a couple deployments.  They are great lights.  My only complaint is the led, I wish they would make some lights with warmer HiCri options.

I know what you mean.  A neutral/warm tint isn't 100% necessary for me, but I'm a lot less likely to buy a light that is CW. 
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on July 16, 2023, 03:27:11 PM
Write the post above the end of May.

The light I was talking about FINALLY arrived.

Surefire E2T MV Tactician. Say that three times fast.

Primarily used as a “tactical” light. The tail button is momentary only so no accidental clicking the light on and giving up your location.

Excellent wall of light and carries well due to how narrow it is.

Clip it come with is head up only and leaves pretty much the whole head out of the pocket. Not a fan.

Picked up a Lumens Factory deep carry clip that attaches at the very end of the light.

(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/i86/HarleyXJGuy/FullSizeRender_3DfJnFnJ4n1Z3b3531JhB1.jpg)

(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/i86/HarleyXJGuy/FullSizeRender_xsaqpyyeqNdjjn1MskZAKT.jpg)
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on September 22, 2023, 09:07:22 AM
Not all the flashlight I have... only the ones that were at an arm's length  :facepalm:

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Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on September 22, 2023, 06:30:22 PM
Great group shot there mate.  Nice to see the humble little Solitaire hiding in the back.  :D
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: m47mu74nt on September 23, 2023, 06:44:42 AM
Yeah, it's a solitaire Led from a few years ago, I gave it to my grandparents until I replaced it with a Fenix LD02 first gen... the don't regret the swap : they kept losing the head of the solitaire trying to light it up....
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: PTRSAK on December 13, 2023, 11:47:22 PM
This little piece of pocketable madness.
Astrolux EA04 with 4x HP50 emitters wearing the 26350 tube and cell. A (brief) turbo output of a claimed 12,000 lumens. Actual output lumens is quite a bit lower with the 26350 cell being unable provide enough amps for Turbo. But it's still enough to make me giggle every time I fire it up.
Makes flashlight normies say things like "WHAT THE HELL?" and such.
Using the long body tube and a high current 26650 or 21700 cell and the time limit for turbo mode is more like, how long can you hold on to it before it gets too hot. Not as bad as another light I have, but it makes a great little hand warmer.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Roc on December 14, 2023, 01:42:17 AM
I know there isn’t much love for Olight, but picked up the Baton 4 with case. Charge the light 5 times or charge my phone? No brainer.
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: nate j on December 14, 2023, 03:05:21 AM
Makes flashlight normies say things like "WHAT THE HELL?" and such.
:rofl:
Title: Re: What's your latest flashlight?
Post by: Gareth on December 14, 2023, 10:38:33 AM
This little piece of pocketable madness.
Astrolux EA04 with 4x HP50 emitters wearing the 26350 tube and cell. A (brief) turbo output of a claimed 12,000 lumens. Actual output lumens is quite a bit lower with the 26350 cell being unable provide enough amps for Turbo. But it's still enough to make me giggle every time I fire it up.
Makes flashlight normies say things like "WHAT THE HELL?" and such.
Using the long body tube and a high current 26650 or 21700 cell and the time limit for turbo mode is more like, how long can you hold on to it before it gets too hot. Not as bad as another light I have, but it makes a great little hand warmer.

That's one impressive hand warmer there. 8)