Gerber LX 3.0 vs. Streamlight Luxeon Jr

[cognitivefun]

Okay, now I have both. I have BTM /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

The LX3 has *a lot* more light, IMHO, including more throw and a wider beam than Jr. here. Jr. is great because of size (almost a penlight), but LX3 lights up the joint a lot better.

I am eager to walk the dog tonight with LX3.

thanks for the tip on momentary activation.

BTW, the other thing I love about the LX3 is that it makes a handy baton in event of trouble. It is a solid light that could easily be employed to discourage someone who would be making trouble. Not something to be discounted /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

I am also eager to test out NiMH batteries in the Gerber.

Question: lithium batteries okay or not okay? I read a post that said not okay but can find no manufacturer documentation to that effect.

 

[Longbow]

Wolf, If you get both, then use both, you'll wonder why you got the SL Jr.

 

[cognitivefun]

Well, I like both /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

 

[Raven]

Yes, but since the LX3 is unregulated, it will only be brighter than the JR for a short period of time, correct?

 

[MeridianTactical]

The Gerber LX 3.0 is $40 shipped for a short time at my site...

Gerber LX 3.0

 

[Longbow]

Raven, the LX3.0 will remain brighter than the Jr. constantly if they are both run constantly. However if the LX3.0 is on first, it will remain brighter (considerably) than the Jr. for about 2 hr.

 

[Longbow]

If a Jr. is brighter than a LX3.0 it is because either the Gerber has used-up batteries or has a warranted defect.

 

[Raven]

I'm going to buy a Gerber, but I still don't understand why it isn't regulated. Extra cost to manufacture?

 

[Longbow]

Regulation uses/wastes 10 to 35 percent of the available battery energy in order to provide longer non- dimming light output. It does increase manufactoring cost. It also introduces more chance for failure due to the increased component count and assembly operations. Many unregulated lights give a long span of high output befor noticeably dimming. About two hr. for the Gerber LX3.0.

 

[cognitivefun]

who needs regulation if you can use rechargable NiMH batteries?

I am still wondering if lithium batteries are okay, as that would be ideal for a Gerber that is to be left in the car...

 

[cognitivefun]

walked the dog tonight...the Gerber is way brighter than the SL Jr. by a longshot. Great throw and good spill, excellent white color. A magnificent light.

 

[Longbow]

Like comparing a M@G 3C to a Zippo.