E2D Questions - Page 2

stmcelroy · December 12th, 2007, 07:35 PM

I've got an E2E right now and love the light, but hate the battery life. I'm now in the market for something similar but in a LED version.

Supertac45 · December 14th, 2007, 12:00 PM

My wife and I have 5 SureFires and they are great.

Griblik · December 15th, 2007, 07:35 PM

Well, I went out to Sportsman's and looked at 'em, but..... Dang! I just am not feeling good about dropping that much cash on a flashlight. It didn't feel "substantial" in my hand, and while I'm sure it wouldn't feel good to have it shined in your eyes, it didn't seem to put out near as much light or project near as far as my 3.8w Inova Bolt. So, I exchanged the Inova I had with the tail cap that was being unreliable for another of the same model, and I'm just crossing my fingers that this one holds up better. I guess we'll see. Thanks for all the input though.

Kobun · December 23rd, 2007, 01:14 AM

Buy cheap, buy twice...

I carry my E2D whenever I need to be discrete, never had a problem carrying it on planes, nightclubs etc.
Had to wash mine off once. It was covered in blood after I used it to get loose from a choke hold. I carry the E2D IWB and when I needed I could get it with my free hand. With limited motion I couldn't strike, so I pressed the bezel into the attackers forearm and then twisted. The bezel cut easily into the bone. He screamed and let go so I was free.

TerryD · December 25th, 2007, 01:08 PM

I have been carrying an E2D for about 2 years now, just switched to an L1. I used it all the time, and it never really went through a lot of batteries. I just like the 2 light levels and smaller size of the L1 better.

Now my wife is carrying the E2d.

LenS · December 25th, 2007, 02:52 PM

I own the E2D, but tend not to carry it. That strike bezel will eat holes in your clothing. I bought a SF holster for it, but it is a clip-on and "clipped off" getting into/out of the car, plus the Velcro flap on it is a major delay factor at getting to it in a time of need. Don't have a good answer, thus usually carry an Innova w/o the crenelated bezel (which I really like . . . just need a non-destructive but secure way of carrying it).

PaulBk · January 2nd, 2008, 02:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Knuckledrager

...AND, TSA is getting savvy to the strike bezel while they don't bat an eyelash at the std versions.

Can you elaborate? I have taken my E2D through TSA numerous times, most recently about 3 months ago, without any problems at all. What changed? When? Can you cite a reference? I would hate to have to leave my SF at the gate

-Paul

LMarshall73 · January 3rd, 2008, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Knuckledrager

AND, TSA is getting savvy to the strike bezel while they don't bat an eyelash at the std versions.

I've had no issues flying with my 6PD.

retsupt99 · January 3rd, 2008, 12:14 PM

Another vote here for an E3e...i've had it for 4+ years...never a problem...stock up on batteries...they keep jumping in price!

Stay armed...stay bright...stay safe!

December 14th, 2007, 12:00 PM	#12
Supertac45 VIP Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Michigan's U.P. Posts: 2,959	My wife and I have 5 SureFires and they are great. __________________ Les Baer 45 Sig Man N.R.A. Patron Life Member M.C.R.G.O.

December 15th, 2007, 07:35 PM	#13
Griblik Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Oregon Posts: 108	Well, I went out to Sportsman's and looked at 'em, but..... Dang! I just am not feeling good about dropping that much cash on a flashlight. It didn't feel "substantial" in my hand, and while I'm sure it wouldn't feel good to have it shined in your eyes, it didn't seem to put out near as much light or project near as far as my 3.8w Inova Bolt. So, I exchanged the Inova I had with the tail cap that was being unreliable for another of the same model, and I'm just crossing my fingers that this one holds up better. I guess we'll see. Thanks for all the input though. __________________ "Just because you're paranoid, it doesn't mean they're not out to get you." Glock 19 9mm - Taurus Tracker 627 .357 Magnum - Century Arms WASR-10 AK47 7.62x39 - Mossberg 500A 12 gauge - Savage Mark II .22LR Taurus UL 85 .38 Special - Bersa 83 .380ACP - Walther PPK .380ACP

December 25th, 2007, 01:08 PM	#15
TerryD Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Kentucky Posts: 354	I have been carrying an E2D for about 2 years now, just switched to an L1. I used it all the time, and it never really went through a lot of batteries. I just like the 2 light levels and smaller size of the L1 better. Now my wife is carrying the E2d. __________________ "Nice grips, weird choice of etching" Rocky

January 3rd, 2008, 12:14 PM	#19
retsupt99 VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 14,892	Another vote here for an E3e...i've had it for 4+ years...never a problem...stock up on batteries...they keep jumping in price! Stay armed...stay bright...stay safe! __________________ "That I cannot do." "Give this to, uh, Clemenza. I want reliable people, people who aren't going to be carried away. After all we're not murderers in spite of what this undertaker thinks." *********************************** NRA Life Member

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December 12th, 2007, 07:35 PM	#11
stmcelroy Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Washington State Posts: 231	I've got an E2E right now and love the light, but hate the battery life. I'm now in the market for something similar but in a LED version.

December 23rd, 2007, 01:14 AM	#14
Kobun Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: NO. No, not NO but NO Posts: 24	Buy cheap, buy twice... I carry my E2D whenever I need to be discrete, never had a problem carrying it on planes, nightclubs etc. Had to wash mine off once. It was covered in blood after I used it to get loose from a choke hold. I carry the E2D IWB and when I needed I could get it with my free hand. With limited motion I couldn't strike, so I pressed the bezel into the attackers forearm and then twisted. The bezel cut easily into the bone. He screamed and let go so I was free.

December 25th, 2007, 02:52 PM	#16
LenS Distinguished Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: US Posts: 1,334	I own the E2D, but tend not to carry it. That strike bezel will eat holes in your clothing. I bought a SF holster for it, but it is a clip-on and "clipped off" getting into/out of the car, plus the Velcro flap on it is a major delay factor at getting to it in a time of need. Don't have a good answer, thus usually carry an Innova w/o the crenelated bezel (which I really like . . . just need a non-destructive but secure way of carrying it).