Hound Dog 18650 XT V2

[F89]

I’m interested in thoughts, opinions, and comparisons (within the Malkoff range) of this light.

Looks good to me? I’ve never seen one.

Should have added experiences obviously.

 

[ilikeguns40]

It’s a Malkoff. It’s definitely gonna be good!!

But yes, I’m interested as well. I’d like to aquire one of these one day, don’t need it, but it’ll be nice to own

 

[kerneldrop]

What’s the difference in V1 and V2?

 

[F89]

I’m not sure, but I’ve read somewhere in here that the power (throw?) was reduced from V1 to V2.

 

[thermal guy]

Yes V1 was something like 85,000-90,000 candela. V2 is much less

 

[F89]

I wonder what changed?
The new one is stated to be 850 lumens, 55Kcd.

 

[kerneldrop]

Sounds like Just changed the optic

 

[thermal guy]

Ya not sure. I have the V1 and it’s a damn good thrower. I know with all the filters on it gets kicked down to 55 or so. Maybe he is just listing the new Version like that. Or ya must be a different led.

 

[F89]

Sounds like Just changed the optic

A change of optic was my first thought.

 

[Lips]

Couple + good reviews of older HD

Review: Malkoff Hound Dog 18650 - FlashlightGuide

Review of the Malkoff Hound Dog 18650 which is designed for use with an 18650 lithium-ion battery and is rated to produce 800+ lumens (900 momentarily).

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Review: Malkoff Hound Dog V3 - FlashlightGuide

The Malkoff Devices "Hound Dog" is a high-output compact flashlight known for its broad yet far-reaching beam. Utilizing a Cree XM-L2 emitter and Don McLeish designed reflector, the Hound Dog is rated to produce as much as 1150 lumens of initial output

flashlightguide.com

First Impressions: Malkoff Devices Hound Dog 18650

Today’s first impressions brings us the Hound Dog 18650 (Neutral) flashlight from Malkoff Devices. The word “flashlight” feels like a bit of a misnomer with this one — it&#8…

cascadiarecon.com

18650 XT V1 (Version 1 with Osram High 700 L 90K Lux) 1 & 5 degree Diffuser included)

Malkoff Hound Dog 18650 XT Review

The Hound Dog 18650 XT is part of the HD (Hound Dog) Series and is the updated variant of the original Hound Dog 18650 model. The XT in the Hound Dog 18650 XT name most probably stands for eXtra Throw. Hound Dog series are mostly reserved for the larger sized thrower flashlight from the...

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[F89]

Ya not sure. I have the V1 and it’s a damn good thrower. I know with all the filters on it gets kicked down to 55 or so. Maybe he is just listing the new Version like that. Or ya must be a different led.

That’s another thought, diffusion filter.

I’m guessing they both use an Osram?

Does the V2 come with such a filter? It looks clear in the photos.
On that note, did the V1 come with filters?

 

[F89]

I’ve got a V3 XML (neutral XML2, won’t run on single cell). The 18650 V2 should be a fairly different beast to that one.

 

[thermal guy]

That’s another thought, diffusion filter.

I’m guessing they both use an Osram?

Does the V2 come with such a filter? It looks clear in the photos.
On that note, did the V1 come with filters?

Yes V1 came with 3 filters. Never used them myself.

 

[thermal guy]

Couple + good reviews of older HD

Review: Malkoff Hound Dog 18650 - FlashlightGuide

Review of the Malkoff Hound Dog 18650 which is designed for use with an 18650 lithium-ion battery and is rated to produce 800+ lumens (900 momentarily).

flashlightguide.com

Review: Malkoff Hound Dog V3 - FlashlightGuide

The Malkoff Devices "Hound Dog" is a high-output compact flashlight known for its broad yet far-reaching beam. Utilizing a Cree XM-L2 emitter and Don McLeish designed reflector, the Hound Dog is rated to produce as much as 1150 lumens of initial output

flashlightguide.com

First Impressions: Malkoff Devices Hound Dog 18650

Today’s first impressions brings us the Hound Dog 18650 (Neutral) flashlight from Malkoff Devices. The word “flashlight” feels like a bit of a misnomer with this one — it&#8…

cascadiarecon.com

Yes the older reflector HD have an absolutely beautiful beam. Especially th neutral.

 

[F89]

Yes V1 came with 3 filters. Never used them myself.

That’s interesting. Maybe the V2 comes with one of those filters installed hence the lower cd?

 

[F89]

Yes the older reflector HD have an absolutely beautiful beam. Especially th neutral.

It’s a nice beam. It does have a large yellow/green corona but the hotspot and spill are nice. It’s not an issue in use, don’t notice the off coloured corona, only really seen shining it on a white wall.

 

[Monocrom]

Yes V1 was something like 85,000-90,000 candela. V2 is much less

Reduced?? Wow.... a very rare bad decision by Gene, IMHO.
Especially nowadays when Throw has become somewhat trendy.

 

[F89]

I hear you. Depends on the overall beam shape for me though.
The new one is described as a tight spot with minor spill. I’m not sure how this compares with the V1.
850 lumens and 55Kcd in a reasonably sized head on a single cell body sounds pretty good to me.

It really doesn’t look like the V2 has any filter installed so perhaps it’s a change of optic/LED/driver in part or combination?

I’d probably take a bigger hotspot and less throw compared to a smaller with more for a light like this. Particularly if both had minor spill.

From what I’ve read on here the current Wild Cat with the diffuser removed or replaced for a lesser one sounds like a great option.

 

[Monocrom]

I mean, if you're going for a tight hot-spot with very little spill.... Might as well just get a LEP, and enjoy far more throw too.

 

[thermal guy]

Yes the new WC with no filter is awesome.