AngryDaddyBird
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SelfbuiltDo you like the MT-G2 over the XM-L2 for general use Camping, property, ect.. ? Is the XM-L have sufficient spill for it or is it designed around throw?
Eagletac SX25L3 (MT-G2, 3x18650/6xCR123A) Review: RUNTIMES, VIDEO, BEAMSHOTS+
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degarb
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In real world, a half a year standby for a flashlight is horrible. 3 years is typical interval for non flashaholics, and even for flashaholics, many of my lights do stand by for half a year, since I have so many and need the extras for surge periods.
Though, in the real world, you could unscrew something, tape something, remove something, to make eliminate parasitic drain. Though, in the real world, it is easy to forget.
The MT-G2 is not designed for throw (quite the opposite, in fact). I like it as a general beam, because it generally produces a large hotspot and bright spill. The XM-L2 version is really for those who want more throw (with less overall light output).
That said, I would think this could be overkill for camping.
I personally like much smaller lights, and don't need that kind of max output, when roughing it.AngryDaddyBird
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good point. maybe its overkill. I will stick with the GX25A3 and my Zebralight H51w for camping. I just ordered the SX25L3 kit from Andrew & Amanda. I coun't resist this light. everyone is talking about the tint and beam so bought it off impulse. lol. I have a P60 linger special in 5000k and think the tint is perfect so will like this for sure. I like Neutral and warm tints over cool whites.
thanks for answering my question.
thanks for answering my question.
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The wide base of the SX25L3 allows for stable tailstanding
that, along w/ the beam pattern of the MT-G2 makes for very good room/tent lighting via ceiling bounce.
It's like a lantern, light cannon, emergency beacon and forest sweeper in one long running, compact unit..:wave:
Keep your small edc handy for the hike
The wide base of the SX25L3 allows for stable tailstanding
that, along w/ the beam pattern of the MT-G2 makes for very good room/tent lighting via ceiling bounce.
It's like a lantern, light cannon, emergency beacon and forest sweeper in one long running, compact unit..:wave:
Keep your small edc handy for the hike
AngryDaddyBird
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That is what I needed to hear! I order the kit version.
Finally, an upgrade to my Linger special Can't wait for the beam shots. Too bad the Crelant has so many flaws. An infinitely variable light with 4-5000 Lm in a neutral tint would be ideal and the Crelant G10 comes closest.
Thanks for the great reviews.
Can't wait for the beam shots. Too bad the Crelant has so many flaws. An infinitely variable light with 4-5000 Lm in a neutral tint would be ideal and the Crelant G10 comes closest.Thanks for the great reviews.
mattheww50
Flashlight Enthusiast
The short anwer is yes, unprotected cell fit.
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You do need button top cells
No worries w/ good unprotected cells because the SX25L3 gives a blink to let ya know it's time for a recharge.
(each 18650 gets to around 3V when it gives the blink)
Really a terrific light..:thumbsup:
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Thanks for sharing. I have to say, I quite enjoy the beam profile of all the MT-G2 lights - huge output, nice big hotspot with tons of spill. And my preferred neutral white tint to boot.
YDrvSlo
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In the SB video overview, he uses two hands to adjust output. Is the head too stiff for one-hand output adjustment (thumb/index finger)? Guess I could tuck the head under my arm and then twist.
Thanks!
Thanks!
You can use one hand to adjust between 2 levels easily enough and then use the long button press to jump to turbo.
In the SB video overview, he uses two hands to adjust output. Is the head too stiff for one-hand output adjustment (thumb/index finger)? Guess I could tuck the head under my arm and then twist.
Thanks!
Yes, I would agree with this. Depending on the size off your hands though, it may be more of a challenge (especially if you want to move several levels).
Confirmed - you have a lot of threads left to turn before the head would come off (i.e., multiple revolutions left once you enter low).
phantom23
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I think descriptions should be the other way round
From left to right: Eagletac Protected 18650 3400mAh, SX25L3; Niwalker BK-FA02; Crelant 7G10.
From left to right: Eagletac Protected 18650 3400mAh, SX25L3, GX25A3; Duracell NiMH AA.
I've just updated the main thread with outdoor beamshots. :wave:
Al always, these are all done in the style of my earlier 100-yard round-up review. Please see that thread for a discussion of the topography (i.e. the road dips in the distance, to better show you the corona in the mid-ground). I think this batch of outdoor beamshots looks fairly good, due to all the Fall colors in the trees.
The SX25L3 clearly has the lowest throw for the MT-G2 class so far. But you can also see how much brighter the spillbeam is (i.e., look at the bushes on the side of the path). It goes to show you the impact reflector design has on relative beam appearance.
Also, please ignore any tint differences above – they are mainly due to the automatic white balance setting on the camera. In real life, the MT-G2 lights are consistently Neutral white.
Al always, these are all done in the style of my earlier 100-yard round-up review. Please see that thread for a discussion of the topography (i.e. the road dips in the distance, to better show you the corona in the mid-ground). I think this batch of outdoor beamshots looks fairly good, due to all the Fall colors in the trees.
The SX25L3 clearly has the lowest throw for the MT-G2 class so far. But you can also see how much brighter the spillbeam is (i.e., look at the bushes on the side of the path). It goes to show you the impact reflector design has on relative beam appearance.
Also, please ignore any tint differences above – they are mainly due to the automatic white balance setting on the camera. In real life, the MT-G2 lights are consistently Neutral white.
