High end EDC lights.

[Forgoten214]

Uh ... what will you do with your lights? In this case, I'd do more research before committing to a light. Especially the chemical "situation" might be a problem. On the typical high quality light you have hard anodise (aluminium oxide), some sort of glass, rubber or silicone for the o-rings and switch boots and whatnot else.
If a Mag did well chances are high that other lights won't encounter problems either, but one never knows. I am not the expert on chemical interactions with our lights, sorry.


I don't know if SF's strike bezels can double as a glass breaker, but they sure double as a jeans killer :D

It seems you need a beefy and tough light. Forget the classic Fenix line. You'd need their "T" lights of you wanna go Fenix instead of SF.

I remember one light that had 4 glass-breaker tips at the bezel. It was ultra-beefy and heavy, way overbuilt. But I can't remember the name of it.

bernie

Chemicals, Well I deal with chemicals because at my work they are present for melting steel ect. I work security here so I am constantly running and dropping my light on occasion. Its in the middle of the woods so the lighting here at night is horrible. I often have to check trucks and trains that enter the facility. Requires me to use my light constantly. Glass breaking can come in handy for me if I need to break some glass. Like on a truck or something if there is some sort of spill or problem. Weight isnt a major problem. I am 6'6 295 so I prefer something that fits in my hands or what not. I work at Lehigh Valley forge/Bethlehem Steel in PA so if you are familiar with the area or if anyone is they might know the situation i am in. I am a novice with lights so I am trying to soak up as much information as i possibly can. ;)

 

[Kiessling]

Got it:

DarkOps Hellfighter X-15:

http://www.lapolicegear.com/hexfl6vwbrbl.html

 

[Forgoten214]

This one will break glass:

Wow thats awesome looking. What is that?

http://www.bustacap.net/content/view/14/27/

I was thinking about getting this for my mag. These things look neat. I wish they made glass breaking bezels.

 

[Forgoten214]

Got it:

DarkOps Hellfighter X-15:

http://www.lapolicegear.com/hexfl6vwbrbl.html

I really like that, Competitively priced too. It also looks very bad grass :naughty:.

I never heard of it though. Is there any reviews or any info on this light?

 

[carrot]

That nice pointy Surefire is the U2 Ultra Porcupine. Pretty rare.

You can upgrade your Maglite with a Malkoff Devices LED drop-in for a nice boost in output.

 

[TITAN1833]

Any bezel will and can be used to break a window,especially if you use the edge of the bezel and strike the corner of the window.

I know of one that may fit your requirements the jetbeam military has SS bezel and tail end.

 

[donn_]

It's a Surefire U2 Porky, like it says. SS bezel.

There are lots of SS strike bezels for Mags:

http://candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?t=219480

 

[Kiessling]

OK ... so a substantial light with some beef and brightness as well as penetrating power and decent runtime would be in order, correct?

My personal arsenal is limited in that regard. I can recommend the following, but there is much more and the guys will chime in soon.

SF U2. 2xCR123, 6 levels selected at the ring at the head, on/off clicky at the rear end; 2-100+lm; runtime on high estimated 90+ minutes

SF C3 with KL5A LED head. About 100lm; one level, clicky at the end (SW02 in this pic); single level


Here's a pic of a C3 with the M2 bezel and the standard tailcap:

Next one:
http://www.surefire.com/E2DL
SF E2DL. Smaller than the U2, 2 levels, strike bezel, very piercing beam, more than the stated 120 lumens we think.


The stock 6PL, G2L etc. use the P60L LED module and might not be bright enough for what you need. Then again, I might envision your work as more difficult than it really is. :thinking:


As I said, there are certainly more alternatives, but I am less knowledgeable there as I have SF and McGizmo lights almost exclusively.

bernie

 

[dudemar]

At the moment I EDC a Heliotek HTE-1A. At 60 lumens it is more than bright enough for my uses. I love the fact I can go from a very diffuse light to a super thrower. I LOVE the 6-8 hour runtime, and in a pinch I can switch lithium L91 batteries with alkalines. I consider myself a big guy, so it's compact enough for me to EDC.

I never thought I'd say this, but I'm in love with the Heliotek.:o

 

[deranged_coder]

Hmmm... maybe an EagleTac T10C2 with an additional crenelated bezel? I have the 1xCR123 model (the T10C) and I think it is very well built and can stand some physical abuse. You can also look into the T10L if you want one that will run on a rechargeable lithium-ion cell.

The JetBeam Jet-III Military might be a good option as well. I have a few JetBeam lights (though I do not have the Jet-III M... yet...) and they are nicely built and can withstand being dropped and tossed about. The Jet-III M can also optionally come with a Q3-5A warm tint emitter and can produce better color rendition than the usual cool tint of LED lights.

If you go with the Surefire E2DL, I strongly encourage getting the F04 diffuser to go with it. It adds quite a bit of versatility to the light since the E2DL beam by default has a very focused beam. With the diffuser you get a nice, even flood.

All of the lights I mentioned here have dual output levels so you can choose between high output or long runtime as the situation requires. :thumbsup:

 

[Kiessling]

BTW ... interesting thread development. We all started with the assumption that you wanted a high-class EDC for personal carry and suggested such lights whereas in reality, we're now looking for a "heavy duty" security guard duty light :D


I found the official "Hellfighter" homepage.
http://www.hellfireusa.com/cgistore/store.cgi?page=/new/catalog.html&setup=1&cart_id=

Seems there are more than one model available. The interesting question would be if they can accept SF style lamps and especially LED drop-ins. Andrechargeables, if you're such a man.
:)

bernie

 

[tebore]

Based on your requirements you're not looking an EDC light really. You're looking for a primary work light. EDC's are usually small and on you all the time work or not.

Since you use it for work, and it's rough work, Rechargeables should be considered to save money. Something that should be easy to fix should it fail.

Cheap and powerful... I Give you the ROP. It's a simple maglight modification. You can use a 2DMag with a 6AA carrier or a 6DMag light as hosts. The 6D will give you 2 hours runtime on the low bulb. The low bulb is about 400-500lm out the front. Besides the Pelican bulbs. You'll need a glass lens, metal reflector and batteries and charger. (Or batteries, carrier and charger.).

It's the best bang for the buck at about $100. You'll be hard pressed to find anything that puts out this much light for so little money. Not to mention it looks like a mag so people won't be tempted to steal it.

 

[Big_Ed]

There are tons of choices. I like Surefire lights. L4 gives a good wall of light, E2DL or E1B gives dual output, as do the E1L and E2L. A good belt holster that can hold 2 lights side by side makes it easy to have 2 really good EDC lights. Just soak it all in here at CPF. There's lots to learn and even though you'll end up spending lots of money, you'll have lots of fun at meet some really good people here.

 

[Forgoten214]

It's a Surefire U2 Porky, like it says. SS bezel.

There are lots of SS strike bezels for Mags:

http://candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?t=219480

That nice pointy Surefire is the U2 Ultra Porcupine. Pretty rare.

You can upgrade your Maglite with a Malkoff Devices LED drop-in for a nice boost in output.

I really like the maglite. Its taken some abuse. I would consider getting another one. My is just the plane old stock one from walmart. Incandescent. It just doesn't seem bright enough for me. I have to see deeply into some of these trailers so some of you know they are pretty deep so I need something that can light up that entire area efficently. Will a LED upgrade also help with battery life? I kinda want to get awhole new light to try some stuff out and see whats out there. But the maglite upgrade is cool though. I would definantly consider it. Also a quick question. How do you refinish it? Mine was black but the black is mostly gone as this is an old flashlight. It was a gift from a family member. Probably 15 years old I'd say. I think I would like to retire my mag to house hold dutys and buy a new light for working. But the maglite has held up. I myself have replaced the bulb 2 times I believe. But I use my light everyday so thats not very bad. One complaint I have about this light is its rough on batterys. I have to replace my batterys maybe once a month.

 

[Kiessling]

Once a month? Yeah :green:, That's tough :nana:

With the lights we proposed you'll be changing batteries way more often. If that is an issue and/or if you use the light heavily each night, rechargeables might come in handy.

Said Mag upgrades are one path if you like the Mag.
Maybe Streamlight has some nice rechargeables that are powerful in that soze category, too?

bernie

 

[Roccomo]

+1 for the LS20. Does everything I need an EDC to do in a really great package.

 

[Forgoten214]

OK ... so a substantial light with some beef and brightness as well as penetrating power and decent runtime would be in order, correct?

My personal arsenal is limited in that regard. I can recommend the following, but there is much more and the guys will chime in soon.

SF U2. 2xCR123, 6 levels selected at the ring at the head, on/off clicky at the rear end; 2-100+lm; runtime on high estimated 90+ minutes

SF C3 with KL5A LED head. About 100lm; one level, clicky at the end (SW02 in this pic); single level


Here's a pic of a C3 with the M2 bezel and the standard tailcap:

Next one:
http://www.surefire.com/E2DL
SF E2DL. Smaller than the U2, 2 levels, strike bezel, very piercing beam, more than the stated 120 lumens we think.


The stock 6PL, G2L etc. use the P60L LED module and might not be bright enough for what you need. Then again, I might envision your work as more difficult than it really is. :thinking:


As I said, there are certainly more alternatives, but I am less knowledgeable there as I have SF and McGizmo lights almost exclusively.

bernie

BTW ... interesting thread development. We all started with the assumption that you wanted a high-class EDC for personal carry and suggested such lights whereas in reality, we're now looking for a "heavy duty" security guard duty light :D


I found the official "Hellfighter" homepage.
http://www.hellfireusa.com/cgistore/store.cgi?page=/new/catalog.html&setup=1&cart_id=

Seems there are more than one model available. The interesting question would be if they can accept SF style lamps and especially LED drop-ins. Andrechargeables, if you're such a man.
:)

bernie

Well. I currently own a G2. Its a great light. I purchased it from Lowe's for I think 69$. It blows the maglite away in beam quality. Its just that the G2 feels light and I would like something a tad bit more brighter if possible. Don't get me wrong, its very bright. I want something maybe abit more hefty for work? I hate that it doesn't have a pocket clip or come with a belt holster.

As for EDC. Well I am looking for a great EDC light as well. For when I am off the clock. Maybe something around the size of the G2 but with a pocket clip? Maybe something that takes AAs or readily available batterys for EDC? Just incase SHTF. You want to know you can go to a local store and buy these batterys. But thats not a very high priority as I am picking these things apart now.

I am leaning towards the Hellfighter X-15 at the moment. The rechargable batterys are cool idea. One question. Whats the difference between the two bezel options they offer? They are differently priced as I can see from the main website.

 

[donn_]

Also a quick question. How do you refinish it?

If you want to go to the trouble, instead of popping for twenty bucks for a new one, go to a good gunshop and pick up some Birchwood Casey. They make everything from applicator bottles to touch-up pens in matte black or gloss black. Good tough stain.

 

[Forgoten214]

Once a month? Yeah :green:, That's tough :nana:

With the lights we proposed you'll be changing batteries way more often. If that is an issue and/or if you use the light heavily each night, rechargeables might come in handy.

Said Mag upgrades are one path if you like the Mag.
Maybe Streamlight has some nice rechargeables that are powerful in that soze category, too?

bernie

Yeah I might have been over exaggerating abit. Probably more like 6 weeks or so. Depending on how busy i am at work. But these are NON LED. I believe they take D cells. The big clunky ones they sell at home depot :crackup:. It eats threw them like weight watchers at a buffet. :D. A rechargable solution sounds great. The X-15 has an option for them i believe. Surefire has the rechargable kit for the G2 but it costs more than the light! :popcorn: Streamlight makes good products too. I always liked the stuff they sell. I also have a 3 watt Rayovac I got from walmart that takes AA batterys. Not sure if you guys even recognize this light :nana:.

 

[donn_]

Surefire has the rechargable kit for the G2 but it costs more than the light!

You need to do some studying, mate. You can triple the light output of a G2, and make it rechargeable, without SF's kit. If you're paying for your own batteries, you'll save the cost of the upgrade in a short time, and lessen the load at the landfill at the same time.