Help Me Choose Please!

jock1 · **on:** August 06, 2008, 03:54:53 PM

Hi Folks
I have decided that one of my next big purchases will be a modern l.e.d torch and have narrowed my choice to the following
Fenix TK10

LED LENSER P7

SUREFIRE G2 LED(a bit above my budget of£50-00)

This is just a toy to show off when I am out with the dog ,camping with Jnr etc so feel free to share your opinions and experiences and any other suggestions
Thanks

Benner · **Reply #1 on:** August 06, 2008, 05:45:14 PM

I have used none of those so my opinion means absolute Jack all, but if I were to buyn one of those I would go with the Surefire.

NutSAK · **Reply #2 on:** August 06, 2008, 06:12:04 PM

I would recommend the Surefire if you want a light with only one level of output. If that satisfies your demands, then buy the Surefire. Their quality and warranty support are better than LED Lenser or Fenix.

However, having two levels as the TK10 does comes in quite handy at times. Having several Fenixes and knowing their build quality, I wouldn't hesitate to buy another, especially knowing the service that 4Sevens provides. www.4Sevens.com

665ae · **Reply #3 on:** August 06, 2008, 07:58:11 PM

I'm disappointed in all of you... no one has posted the MT.O motto yet.

"When in doubt, buy both!"

Benner · **Reply #4 on:** August 06, 2008, 07:59:04 PM

Quote from: 665ae on August 06, 2008, 07:58:11 PM

I'm disappointed in all of you... no one has posted the MT.O motto yet.

"When in doubt, buy both!"

Would have to be "all" in this case then.

665ae · **Reply #5 on:** August 06, 2008, 08:00:26 PM

The MT.O motto may be modified as needed. It's in the bylaws...

jzmtl · **Reply #6 on:** August 06, 2008, 08:16:21 PM

If you mail order SF G2 it'll be well within your budget.

Both G2 and TK10 are good choice, but I hate flashlights that use multiple AAA cells, since they have 1/3 of the capacity of AA and more expensive.

Spoonrobot · **Reply #7 on:** August 07, 2008, 01:02:53 AM

I'd take the TK10 over the other two. It's brighter and has more useful outputs.

jzmtl · **Reply #8 on:** August 07, 2008, 01:09:08 AM

G2L will be cheaper to upgrade down the road thou.

Spoonrobot · **Reply #9 on:** August 07, 2008, 01:25:40 AM

Quote from: jzmtl on August 07, 2008, 01:09:08 AM

G2L will be cheaper to upgrade down the road thou.

Good point, I was think that when I posted. I am a total consumer when it comes to flashlights. I'd much prefer to spend the small extra on an entire new light than an upgrade to an existing light. But that's just me.

hawkchucker · **Reply #10 on:** August 07, 2008, 02:05:55 AM

Go with the Surefire. I am sure the Fenix and the Lenser are great lights however the surefire is the company to go with. i dropped my G2L from about 40 feet and broke the lens of it. Other than the lens the light worked. When SF was called they did 2 things, First they oppoligised that the lens broke and second sent me the whole head for free. It seems that the lens is really something they prefer not to send out, and the head is easier for them.

jock1 · **Reply #11 on:** August 07, 2008, 10:14:43 AM

Quote from: 665ae on August 06, 2008, 07:58:11 PM

I'm disappointed in all of you... no one has posted the MT.O motto yet.

"When in doubt, buy both!"

Have you seen police wages

Teofilo · **Reply #12 on:** August 08, 2008, 01:29:23 AM

Quote from: jock1 on August 06, 2008, 03:54:53 PM

Hi Folks
I have decided that one of my next big purchases will be a modern l.e.d torch and have narrowed my choice to the following
Fenix TK10

LED LENSER P7

SUREFIRE G2 LED(a bit above my budget of£50-00)

This is just a toy to show off when I am out with the dog ,camping with Jnr etc so feel free to share your opinions and experiences and any other suggestions
Thanks

A Surefire's a Surefire! But, as you said," a bit above your budget" I'll recommend the TK10! It's Fenix's top of the line and for me,it's almost the perfect light!

jock1 · **Reply #13 on:** August 10, 2008, 12:09:03 PM

The Fenix turbo mode is proving a major attraction for me particularlly with work in mind but for the members who have both is there that much of a difference in the build quality between the G2L and the TK10?

jzmtl · **Reply #14 on:** August 10, 2008, 04:45:28 PM

I don't know if fenix changed it or not but when I had the t1, the forward clicky is not up to standard. To activate momentary you need to push it in quite a bit, whereas surefire and streamlight a light press is enough. I think it'll still take some time for fenix to figure out all the details.

Leatherman123 · **Reply #15 on:** August 10, 2008, 05:36:00 PM

I'd go for the SureFire. The G2 is a great light!

jock1 · **Reply #16 on:** August 18, 2008, 07:19:55 PM

Given the planned increase increase in prices for Surefire it looks like my choice has been made for me Fenix it is .Thanks for all your input guys

jzmtl · **Reply #17 on:** August 27, 2008, 03:09:36 PM

I just picked up a 6P LED for $50 shipped on ebay, check if you can find any, definately within your budget.

Benner · **Reply #18 on:** August 27, 2008, 04:50:42 PM

Quote from: jzmtl on August 27, 2008, 03:09:36 PM

I just picked up a 6P LED for $50 shipped on ebay, check if you can find any, definately within your budget.

A used one I assume?

jzmtl · **Reply #19 on:** August 27, 2008, 05:10:03 PM

Nope supposedly brand new with battery, but no box. I bought a powerlock from him earlier, which also have no box but is brand new as far as I can tell. That's how all his stuff are so I don't know what's the deal, maybe mil surplus? I should get it end of this week, or early next week at latest.

Benner · **Reply #20 on:** August 27, 2008, 05:21:59 PM

Sounds like a great deal mate.

jock1 · **Reply #21 on:** August 27, 2008, 05:24:56 PM

It's the shipping charges to this country that causes the grief I may have to emigrate to get cheap toys

jzmtl · **Reply #22 on:** August 27, 2008, 05:39:03 PM

Or bug somebody in u.s. to forward you packages.

jock1 · **Reply #23 on:** August 28, 2008, 10:37:55 AM

Quote from: jzmtl on August 27, 2008, 05:39:03 PM

Or bug somebody in u.s. to forward you packages.

With my luck I would wind up the subject of a joint DHS and Special Branch investigation when the packages got mixed up

jzmtl · **Reply #24 on:** August 28, 2008, 11:32:53 PM

On second thought, I'll wait till I actually get it first.

Leatherman123 · **Reply #25 on:** August 29, 2008, 04:11:47 AM

I think the LED Lenser P7 is a NICE light! I may have to buy one to make sure!

jock1 · **Reply #26 on:** August 30, 2008, 07:28:40 PM

Quote from: Leatherman123 on August 29, 2008, 04:11:47 AM

I think the LED Lenser P7 is a NICE light! I may have to buy one to make sure!

If you do how about a review?

edap617 · **Reply #27 on:** August 30, 2008, 08:33:03 PM

Quote from: jock1 on August 30, 2008, 07:28:40 PM

Quote from: Leatherman123 on August 29, 2008, 04:11:47 AM
I think the LED Lenser P7 is a NICE light! I may have to buy one to make sure!
If you do how about a review?

And some pictures.

Leatherman123 · **Reply #28 on:** August 31, 2008, 04:44:53 PM

Here's a pretty good review- http://the-gadgeteer.com/review/led_lenser_p7_led_flashlight_8407_

jzmtl · **Reply #29 on:** September 01, 2008, 02:21:28 AM

I got my 6PL today, I think if you were to get one you'd be pleased.

Marc at edcdepot can probably special order it if you want one.

I still give led lenser p7 thumb down just from the specs, 167 lumen from AAA alkaline cells? It'll be a battery slaughter house.

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