G&P Scorpion Series R500(lumen) Flashlight...

[Fusion_m8]

http://www.gp-web.com/en/productspop.php?pid=991

Its just been released... anyone has one yet? Where to get one? Any reviews?

Questions:

1) With rechargeable a Li-On battery pack, does one treat them the
same way as unprotected RCR123s? ie: never ever over discharge?

2) Li-on batteries also supposedly have minimal memory-effect, so can
it be plugged in to charge everytime its not in use even though the
battery level is still close to full capacity??

 

[Lunal_Tic]

I wonder if Streamlight has seen this. Since they've had a flashlight called the Scorpion for quite a while I can't imagine they'll be too thrilled.

-LT

 

[Paul_in_Maryland]

Nice find, Fusion_m8! I think there will be keen interest in this one. 500 lumens on a stock rechargeable xenon light is rare, indeed: Surefire M6 and .... and what? Pila's 12V light deliveres 500 lumens on primaries only.

I wonder what kind of beam pattern it has. The tailcap appears to be the twistie from the X-9, so I'm guessing that the cells are removable.

 

[DUQ]

Very interesting indeed. I've had my eye on a high output light for sometime know. Rechargeable is a great option.

 

[HighLight]

Is this an HID light? Didn't the 10watt HID bulb that is in the UK Light Cannon or used in the HID Mag mods sold in this forum here have a frosted top similiar to the bulb in the above picture? Just wondering because that would explain the 500 lumen output...

 

[Fusion_m8]

I am almost certain the 500 lumen claim is bulb lumens, not torch lumens...

 

[FirstDsent]

Frickin' wow! I've been eyeing the G&P X12 and the Wolf Eyes M100X. If this is <$150 I'm there!

Bernie

 

[Chronos]

WOW. I like it... anyone obtain pricing and availability on this yet?

 

[Bullzeyebill]

Something is not right here. Even 500 bulb lumens seems awfully high for one battery that delivers 4.2 volts max, with a 2.2Ah capacity. Maybe 150 bulb lumens.

Bill

 

[mdocod]

I think it has 2x18650 cells in it... to my eyes- this light looks to be similar in length to 4x123 bodied lights.....

 

[jclarksnakes]

GROUP BUY??????
jc

 

[blindsided]

descent selection

http://swps.net/gensym-26.html

nothing special thoug

 

[Paul_in_Maryland]

http://swps.net/gensym-26.html

That's Streamlight's Scorpion, not G&P's. They're completely different.

 

[Flash_Gordon]

Looks interesting. I searched and could find no more than the minimal info on G&P's site.

Is there a G&P dealer in the US? Like to learn more about availability and pricing.

Mark

 

[igabo]

Sounds, but wonder how much it will cost.

 

[odp]

$85 US, from Hong Kong.
http://www.wgcshop.com/pcart/shopper.php?itm=GP-FL-547

$23.50 US for battery
http://www.wgcshop.com/pcart/shopper.php?itm=GP-ACC-554B

$29.00 US for replacement lamp/bulb
http://www.wgcshop.com/pcart/shopper.php?itm=GP-ACC-554A

However, as with all tactical gear made for airsoft, I'm quite skeptical about the 500 lumen output.

 

[NeedMoreLight]

Considering the battery and bulb, anyone venture a guess on output. I am thinking of ordering one, if it gives as much as the wolf eyes M90X, with decent throw and beam, it may be worth $85 because of being rechargeable.

 

[Paul_in_Maryland]

I am thinking of ordering one,...it may be worth $85 because of being rechargeable.

And if the body can accept a standard tactical head, you've done well. The only other source for a 2x18650 body for a Surefire P / G&P T head is
TranquillityBase, and his solution will set you back somewhat more.

 

[Flash_Gordon]

Re: G&P Scorpion Series R5(lumen) Flashlight...

Hi Paul-

I also find this light interesting and I am a little tempted, even though I really do not need it. I think the 500 lumen rating should be taken with at least a small amount of skepticism. My modded SL Ultrastinger probably really serves the same function as this light.

You better than any of us know the history of interchangeability with G&P and others. I don't think we can count on using other heads with this light. Should be bought as it is built, I think. The mini turbo head on this light even looks different from their others.

Do you know why there are no U.S. dealers for G&P? There must be some legal issue here. Otherwise I think it would be a nice product line for a dealer here. I have never had a problem ordering from Hong Kong, but if you do, your recourse is very limited.

Mark

 

[Fusion_m8]

Thanks for doing the search and posting the links!

500 lumens is way too optimistic I reckon, I'm expecting more like 200 lumens!

$85 US, from Hong Kong.
http://www.wgcshop.com/pcart/shopper.php?itm=GP-FL-547

$23.50 US for battery
http://www.wgcshop.com/pcart/shopper.php?itm=GP-ACC-554B

$29.00 US for replacement lamp/bulb
http://www.wgcshop.com/pcart/shopper.php?itm=GP-ACC-554A

However, as with all tactical gear made for airsoft, I'm quite skeptical about the 500 lumen output.