Any Surefire Z-series addicts out there?

[Xacto]

That white cerakoted Z2 has me drooling... it's like a Stormtrooper's flashlight...

I first thought that it would fit perfectly those Battlestar Galatica (TOS) uniforms from that particular episode.

BTW - I read that those bent lanyard rings on the older Z-type lights cause damage to the tailcap. Unfortunately I could not find the relevant post showing the damage using the search function - does anyone know where to find that post again? - Thanks.

Cheers
Thorsten

 

[Captain Spaulding]

Re: Any Z2 addicts out there?

Shao, which bezel is this?

 

[shao.fu.tzer]

Re: Any Z2 addicts out there?

Shao, which bezel is this?

Fivemega C Bezel... missed the sales thread by a day and was lucky enough to have someone sell me one. It's a great bezel...

 

[SG688]

A little different. 6Z and 9Z conversion unit with "Glock Sock" in place of combat rings.

Yeah, there's been some bezel switching going on.

I also have a Z2. After all the talk, I bought a C2. Eh. I'ts in a drawer.

 

[Ginseng]

Just got my first Z2 recently. White Cerakote with cren-4 bezel. Oveready 3-mode triple, neutral.

Wilkey

 

[Captain Spaulding]

Just got my first Z2 recently. White Cerakote with cren-4 bezel. Oveready 3-mode triple, neutral.

Wilkey

Thats unique! First time I have seen a brass bezel on a white light. Looks pretty nice!

 

[Chrontius]

Another Z-series addict. Right now I'm carrying a G2Z, and I've been looking for an affordable 7Z from the time I discovered them until the B65 was discontinued.

Until someone makes an aftermarket 18650 body for the G2Z, I can't think of a better rechargeable solution for me. Granted, I'm running an XML on two IMR 16340, but I'll be the first to admit that it's suboptimal.

 

[angelofwar]

Another Z-series addict. Right now I'm carrying a G2Z, and I've been looking for an affordable 7Z from the time I discovered them until the B65 was discontinued.

Until someone makes an aftermarket 18650 body for the G2Z, I can't think of a better rechargeable solution for me. Granted, I'm running an XML on two IMR 16340, but I'll be the first to admit that it's suboptimal.

Do what I did, Chronitus, and get an A20 and put it on a 9Z.

 

[bestcounsel]

Heres my SF 9Z (saving it for my son):

I like the C2 better....i really like pocket clips on lights....I have a C2, G2L and e2e and all have long pocket clips

 

[Captain Spaulding]

For those of you that have a bored Z2...

I had a professional machinist friend bore a 6P and a C2 for me to fit 18650 cells and I was going to have him do the Z2 however, he says that the sidewalls would be VERY thin at the flat spots and said it may even be structurally weak... SO I told him to hold off. What do you guys think? How much sidewall would be left if it was bored perfectly? Do you guys think it would be too thin and make it weaker?

 

[ElectronGuru]

Here's the first test we did trying to break a bored Z2. Its tougher than a C2:

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[ampdude]

One thing about that. I like my C2's and C3's because you can align the filament of the bulb with your grip of the body. When you pick up a Z2 or 6P type light you can't be sure of that by feel. And yea, a type III natural Z2 or Z3 would be outstanding. The black rubber grip ring contrasted by a natural type III finish would make a very attractive looking light! And durable.

 

[ElectronGuru]

And yea, a type III natural Z2 or Z3 would be outstanding. The black rubber grip ring contrasted by a natural type III finish would make a very attractive looking light! And durable.

This was my bronze interpretation:

 

[Ginseng]

This was my bronze interpretation:

Holy cow, that's gorgeous! I think I've found my new white.

Wilkey

 

[luxlunatic]

Here's the first test we did trying to break a bored Z2. Its tougher than a C2:

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Thanks for the laugh guru. Was expecting to just drive over it, not peal out on its head!! That boosted my confidance with host I have coming!

Will be joining the Z club soon. Got a white Oveready host coming that will contain a VID 5.6a Quad, black crell bezel ring, and a Moddoo black Triad tail. Should provide some nice black/white contrast. And of course, when received, I will promptly post pics!

Great thread, keep the pics and info coming folks!

 

[think2x]

Here's the first test we did trying to break a bored Z2. Its tougher than a C2:

Hey EG,
Would you be inclined to sell the "test model"? I love a light with character.:devil:

 

[leukos]

Hey EG,
Would you be inclined to sell the "test model"? I love a light with character.:devil:

If not, it looks like an easy enough modification!

 

[think2x]

If not, it looks like an easy enough modification!

I traded my Z2 to JCalvert a while back so I thought I would try buying one with "character" built in already, no mods needed.

 

[ElectronGuru]

Sorry Dudes, all test lights are mistreated until destruction. Still, you might hit up Sgt LED for left overs

 

[kyhunter1]

Awesome video, stuff like this is what makes CPF so great.

Here's the first test we did trying to break a bored Z2. Its tougher than a C2:

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