9P or E2E?

[Carabidae]

Cant decide between the Surefire 9P or E2E. If I could I'd get them both, but I may later want to get a turbohead. I like the brighter 9P but like the smallness of the E2E and it's good looks, what do you like better?

 

[DaFABRICATA]

Just a few minutes ago I got a 9P with the KT2 Turbohead for $125.00!!!!!
Get either one!!!! You can't go wrong!

 

[700club]

E2e would be my choice.

 

[Owen]

Hard to recommend something without knowing what you're going to use it for.
So...what are you going to use it for?

 

[Valpo Hawkeye]

I don't have an E2E, but I do have an L4 which has the same form factor, more or less. It's very pocketable and comfortable in the hand. The 9P may be a bit too long for the pocket, if that's your preferred method of carry.

 

[Carabidae]

A general light, something to keep in the glove box just in case, mostly for those times when I need to just "grab a flashlight". Maybe as a quick spotlight here and there. Something I can slip in my pocked when I go somewhere and I might need a higher powered light. More for short term unplanned things. Any longer time need is covered by my pid-ce and my upcoming terralux mag.

 

[Outdoors Fanatic]

A general light, something to keep in the glove box just in case, mostly for those times when I need to just "grab a flashlight". Maybe as a quick spotlight here and there. Something I can slip in my pocked when I go somewhere and I might need a higher powered light. More for short term unplanned things. Any longer time need is covered by my pid-ce and my upcoming terralux mag.

If the flashlight won't be carried a lot, then by all means get the 9P. It offers a better bang for the buck and is brighter than the E2. Don't forget to check out the compatible Lumens Factory bulbs for your new light. You have many options...

 

[xobloof]

My 2 cents:

I really like my 9P. I like being able to run 3xCR123A or 2x17500 on the same bulb. I really like the 3 cell format for flexibility. I used to carry the 9P in my pocket but recently upgraded to a C3 mostly for the pocket clip, HA was just an added bonus. The Lumens Factory HO-9 and EO-9 are currently in my 9P and C3 respectivley. But the biggest grin I have had from a flashlight so far was from my KT2/MN16. Someone posted a link to a shop selling a D3 (basically a 9P with a pocket clip). If I didn't allready have 3 3 cell bodies I would jump on that, it was a pretty good deal.


The E2E series is nice too. I just haven't got into them as much. Just a e2w /mn02. Maybe the mn02 is why I am not as big a fan of the e series. I need some LF Assembleys.

 

[GeorgePaul]

A general light, something to keep in the glove box just in case, mostly for those times when I need to just "grab a flashlight". Maybe as a quick spotlight here and there. Something I can slip in my pocked when I go somewhere and I might need a higher powered light. More for short term unplanned things. Any longer time need is covered by my pid-ce and my upcoming terralux mag.

I prefer the E2E. But wouldn't a G2 (or G3) be just as good for your purpose? I'm not crazy about keeping expensive lights in my car.

 

[Carabidae]

I prefer the E2E. But wouldn't a G2 (or G3) be just as good for your purpose? I'm not crazy about keeping expensive lights in my car.

True, the g3 sounds perfect for the car, and the 9p for things that bump in the night and showing off or the e2e for the pocket. With the price of the g2 or g3 it sounds perfect for the car, a good replacement for the AA mag thats made it's way to the toolbag.

Thanks for the help guys

 

[iamerror]

Between those two choices, I would go with the E2E for "pocketability" if you plan to carry it in the pocket once in a while. Even though the 9P is significantly brighter than the E2E, it will probably not be very noticeable or make a huge difference in most cases.

 

[tussery]

I say get a 9P now then save up for an E2D or watch for one in the B/S/T.

 

[Outdoors Fanatic]

The G3 is an excellent choice too.

 

[sween1911]

The E2e would serve much better in the "general use" department. Especially when you say you want to take it with you.

The 9P is longer and heavier. It's more of a house light, something to maybe have with you but not on your person. In a bag or on a nightstand maybe. You can stuff it in your jacket or cram it into a pocket for a walk here and there, but it's not an EDC piece.

 

[Patriot]

What Sween1911 said.

The E2E is just hard to beat for general use. My E2E and L4 get used 10 times more often that my C3. The E body lights produce more than enough output for 90% of my needs.

 

[Outdoors Fanatic]

He doesn't want an EDC light. He said it would be his "glove box just in case" light. I guess in this particular case, a G3 would be the best buy. Or the 9P.

 

[Size15's]

For a glovebox the Nitrolon series offerings are both cost-effective and robust. Further, the Nitrolon is far 'warmer' in your hand on cold nights compared to metal.

I suggest a G3 rather than a 9P for glovebox duty. The E2e is a pocket light.

Al

 

[Carabidae]

I'd like the idea of something that works for both in a tough light with some style, I like the pocket light idea because if I forget my smaller LED, I'd have that surefire I can slip in my pocket from my car where it might normally reside, (with the cost of a G2 or G3, I may get that too). Thats why i like the E2E, but I wonder if the 40 lumens @ about 30 mins less of the 9P is worth burning up an extra battery and takin up a bit more space. Also I heard that a 3 battery configuration is less stable somwhere (cant really remember where), not that I'm really worried about a battery blowing up, but here in CA, it gets pretty hot in the summer where I live, not sure if thats hot enough to affect the batteries.

Pardon my ignorance, but whats an EDC light?
Thanks Guys

 

[GeorgePaul]

...Thats why i like the E2E, but I wonder if the 40 lumens @ about 30 mins less of the 9P is worth burning up an extra battery and takin up a bit more space.

IMO, not for ordinary everyday purposes. The E2e is a bright light.

...whats an EDC light?

Every Day Carry

 

[Outdoors Fanatic]

I'd like the idea of something that works for both in a tough light with some style, I like the pocket light idea because if I forget my smaller LED, I'd have that surefire I can slip in my pocket from my car where it might normally reside, (with the cost of a G2 or G3, I may get that too). Thats why i like the E2E, but I wonder if the 40 lumens @ about 30 mins less of the 9P is worth burning up an extra battery and takin up a bit more space. Also I heard that a 3 battery configuration is less stable somwhere (cant really remember where), not that I'm really worried about a battery blowing up, but here in CA, it gets pretty hot in the summer where I live, not sure if thats hot enough to affect the batteries.

Pardon my ignorance, but whats an EDC light?
Thanks Guys

but I wonder if the 40 lumens @ about 30 mins less of the 9P is worth burning up an extra battery

It is worth buying if you like or need a higher output. Not to mention you would be saving money. You can always get spare batteries online for cheap.

Here's the specs to help you deciding:

G3, 9P, C3:

with the P90 bulb: 105 lumens - 60 minutes
with the P91 bulb: 200 lumens - 20 minutes

E2E, E2D, E2O:

with the MN03 bulb: 60 lumens - 1.25 hours
with the MN02 bulb: 25 lumens - 2.5 hours