What's your latest flashlight?

Heinz Doofenshmirtz · **Reply #300 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.

New_World · **Reply #301 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.

NutSAK · **Reply #302 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

dks · **Reply #303 on:** October 24, 2012, 07:46:50 PM

MXDL SA-16

For more check the review section.

Teofilo · **Reply #304 on:** October 27, 2012, 01:17:26 PM

Bought an Ultrafire XML-T6 powered by two 18650 batteries.

edap617 · **Reply #305 on:** October 27, 2012, 02:37:23 PM

Can you post some pics gene?

Teofilo · **Reply #306 on:** October 27, 2012, 03:39:06 PM

Quote from: edap617 on October 27, 2012, 02:37:23 PM

Can you post some pics gene?

Sure Ed. Here they go:

For size comparison with iTP C6 and Fenix Ld10 and E15

edap617 · **Reply #307 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

Gallows · **Reply #308 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.

jerseydevil · **Reply #309 on:** November 15, 2012, 03:11:55 AM

Damnit, why am I posting in this thread again?

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.

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.

frugalscotty · **Reply #310 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.

Gareth · **Reply #311 on:** November 17, 2012, 08:26:26 PM

I always like the way Icon made some lights that look totally different from the crowd.

N_N_R · **Reply #312 on:** November 23, 2012, 03:56:11 PM

Lego

nuphoria · **Reply #313 on:** November 23, 2012, 06:00:57 PM

Nice

enki_ck · **Reply #314 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.

Zed · **Reply #315 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

N_N_R · **Reply #316 on:** November 23, 2012, 08:20:41 PM

Quote from: 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.

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

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

Heinz Doofenshmirtz · **Reply #317 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.

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.

mvyrmnd · **Reply #318 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.

Gareth · **Reply #319 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.

With that in mind I've had a quick browse of DX and have come up with these three to try: Richuang RC-7001, MXDL XT-7119 and Random light that doesn't seen to deserve it's own name.

As you can tell I do feel a pocket clip is essential for the way I use/carry my lights.

gregozedobe · **Reply #320 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.

Gallows · **Reply #321 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.

N_N_R · **Reply #322 on:** November 26, 2012, 03:05:17 PM

I've just received a cheap generic flashlight from a friend

It isn't waterproof or anything, but I like the appearance

It's a AAA clicky and has a pocket clip. Can't wait for the evening to test it out

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

Styerman · **Reply #323 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

Heinz Doofenshmirtz · **Reply #324 on:** November 27, 2012, 08:16:18 AM

Quote from: 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.

The new L2N looks pretty sweet...

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!

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.

tattoosteve99 · **Reply #325 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

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Millhouse · **Reply #326 on:** November 29, 2012, 02:27:57 PM

Is the small E1 going to be able to handle the heat generated?

AimlessWanderer · **Reply #327 on:** November 29, 2012, 02:30:14 PM

Quote from: Millhouse on November 29, 2012, 02:27:57 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?

coastalchris · **Reply #328 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

sjian · **Reply #329 on:** November 30, 2012, 01:30:09 AM

LED Lenser K1 with the Style CS pack.

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