whats your EDC light? - Page 4

Thumper · May 6th, 2009, 09:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by motorhed66

Surefire E2D LED...but I have a custom coming...3 stages max out put 700 lumens...rechargeable 18650 batteries...should be nice.

That sounds really nice...

When you get it we need pictures and a report!

southpaw · May 6th, 2009, 09:20 PM

I have the Fenix L1d. It works great, only uses 1 AA and it last for a really long time even with the standard AA's--- can't go wrong with it.

Glock30SF · May 6th, 2009, 10:12 PM

Insight HX1

BamaSteve · May 6th, 2009, 11:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thumper

That sounds really nice...

When you get it we need pictures and a report!

no kidding on that one, I gotta hear about this light. If it's pocket sized and puts out 700 lumens...well, I'm floored. I thought my nitecore was bright

zbock · May 6th, 2009, 11:28 PM

Fenix LD10 - $50, one double aa, multiple modes of use, small and nice construction. I love it!

The surefire options all used the expensive batteries, and were much bigger (unless I wanted to spend atleast $100+).

motorhed66 · May 7th, 2009, 12:13 AM

For those interested and , if you get over to candlepower forums and look up 3rd run: MC-E+18650...it has pics and description..not much bigger than and kinda looks like tha fenix PD30.I dont know how to cut paste, move stuff around, sorry.

Redflight09 · May 8th, 2009, 01:27 PM

LE on white.jpgI'm looking into this for a light. It's 1.5" in diameter so I am not sure about having a specific Mag/lite combo Holster made for it. I think what I will do Is have a Mag/lite combo made for a 1" diameter light so it will be universal and easy to work with and carry. An example of the light that will fill this is a Surefire E1B Backup for everyday all the time carry.

I will use the Tomahawk whenever i can. I think a Strobe in home defense situations is a must. I love the design and the price isn't too bad considering the product. A basic light from Tomahawk runs about $150.00 and they go up to $210.00 depending on how you configure it. As you can see this light has a ring of colored LEDs surrounding the main beam. This particular light is designed for LEO and is a red and blue configuration that all strobe in an alternating pattern. (I love to sit in the backseat of a SUV and let one of these rip for a few seconds, it will light up the area just like the driver is getting pulled over). I'm little to old for this kind of behavior now. (Kinda)

Seriously the light I am getting is red and green instead of blue. It will be a great addition to my bow-hunting equipment as well. I like to use a green light to go into a deer stand in early morning. I am ordering the light next week I will let you guys know how it works but if you are interested there is a great review of this light on candle power forum.

Anyway, that's my 2 cents on the subject. I'm just getting into this whole "serious light thing" I can see already that it is gonna be another of my wide range of obsessions. I'm sure the better half is gonna be thrilled. More like

boscobeans · May 8th, 2009, 01:42 PM

Fenix PD30.
Great Little light.
bosco

ToddG · May 10th, 2009, 10:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by United93

ToddG - Have you ever considered carrying a larger, more powerful light? I can think of a few situations where the added throw would be a real plus. OMO, YMV.

Actually, the small one-cell 120P puts out more light than I'd consider optimal. Everything is a trade-off. Enough light to see something 100yd away is enough light to blind yourself bouncing light off white or off-white walls indoors.

My 120P gives me enough throw to identify someone at the ranges where I'd be comfortable shooting my pistol under most circumstances. Combined with the light's tiny size, light weight, and ability to be programmed so I can have it strobe as a default when I press the tail switch, it's the best choice for the way I use a light.

XLTcore · May 10th, 2009, 07:01 PM

Not a very popular brand, but the Nitecore Extreme is what I EDC. Smaller than the Surefires, 190 lumens on a single 123a, and about half the price... A little more expensive than the PD30 tho which is also a great light!

May 6th, 2009, 09:20 PM	#32
southpaw Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: St. Louis Posts: 29	I have the Fenix L1d. It works great, only uses 1 AA and it last for a really long time even with the standard AA's--- can't go wrong with it. __________________ ‘‘A government resting on the minority is an aristocracy, not a Republic, and could not be safe with a numerical and physical force against it, without a standing army, an enslaved press and a disarmed populace.’’ ---James Madison, The Federalist Papers

May 8th, 2009, 01:27 PM	#37
Redflight09 New Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 13	I like the Tomahawk and Surefire depends on what the use is. LE on white.jpgI'm looking into this for a light. It's 1.5" in diameter so I am not sure about having a specific Mag/lite combo Holster made for it. I think what I will do Is have a Mag/lite combo made for a 1" diameter light so it will be universal and easy to work with and carry. An example of the light that will fill this is a Surefire E1B Backup for everyday all the time carry. I will use the Tomahawk whenever i can. I think a Strobe in home defense situations is a must. I love the design and the price isn't too bad considering the product. A basic light from Tomahawk runs about $150.00 and they go up to $210.00 depending on how you configure it. As you can see this light has a ring of colored LEDs surrounding the main beam. This particular light is designed for LEO and is a red and blue configuration that all strobe in an alternating pattern. (I love to sit in the backseat of a SUV and let one of these rip for a few seconds, it will light up the area just like the driver is getting pulled over). I'm little to old for this kind of behavior now. (Kinda) Seriously the light I am getting is red and green instead of blue. It will be a great addition to my bow-hunting equipment as well. I like to use a green light to go into a deer stand in early morning. I am ordering the light next week I will let you guys know how it works but if you are interested there is a great review of this light on candle power forum. Anyway, that's my 2 cents on the subject. I'm just getting into this whole "serious light thing" I can see already that it is gonna be another of my wide range of obsessions. I'm sure the better half is gonna be thrilled. More like __________________ Life is Hard its even harder when you're stupid. Sig 239 .40- Most carried Sig 229 SCT w/ Rail .40- Great firearm Sig 220 & Kimber Crimson Pro TT Gunleather Holsters

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May 6th, 2009, 11:28 PM	#35
zbock Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: texas Posts: 40	Fenix LD10 - $50, one double aa, multiple modes of use, small and nice construction. I love it! The surefire options all used the expensive batteries, and were much bigger (unless I wanted to spend atleast $100+).

May 7th, 2009, 12:13 AM	#36
motorhed66 Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ST.Louis Posts: 94	For those interested and , if you get over to candlepower forums and look up 3rd run: MC-E+18650...it has pics and description..not much bigger than and kinda looks like tha fenix PD30.I dont know how to cut paste, move stuff around, sorry.

May 8th, 2009, 01:42 PM	#38
boscobeans Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: upstate new york Posts: 723	Fenix PD30. Great Little light. bosco

May 10th, 2009, 07:01 PM	#40
XLTcore Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: PHX Posts: 19	Not a very popular brand, but the Nitecore Extreme is what I EDC. Smaller than the Surefires, 190 lumens on a single 123a, and about half the price... A little more expensive than the PD30 tho which is also a great light!