MagLite upgraded to a Rebel!! (pics in post 34)

[Phaserburn]

I use nimh D 10Ah cells; 6 hrs full power runtime/chg. I use Alks for emergencies and loaner situations.

I think Maglite made a marketing decision that went something like this: Nobody is buying out flashlights historically because of super long runtime; they look at Mag for a bright light that throws. When the Magled Lux version came out, yes, it was brighter than the incan Mag, but got left behind by other led lights in those two sales related benefits. So, they went back to the drawing board and changed the circuit along with upgrading the led.

 

[adirondackdestroyer]

I think Maglite made a marketing decision that went something like this: Nobody is buying out flashlights historically because of super long runtime; they look at Mag for a bright light that throws. When the Magled Lux version came out, yes, it was brighter than the incan Mag, but got left behind by other led lights in those two sales related benefits. So, they went back to the drawing board and changed the circuit along with upgrading the led.

Except that they made no mention of these upgrades anywhere on the packaging. I think it would have helped sales quite a bit if they had mentioned an upgrade on the package. The old (luxeon) models would most likely still be purchased by people who don't know any better.

I picked a 3D Rebel up during black friday and am VERY impressed! It crushes the old luxeon version!

 

[PCC]

I have to admit that I'm quite disappointed with my 2D Rebel MagLED. It draws too much power for the light output I'm getting or it doesn't out out as much light as the amp draw at the tailcap promises. Other than that I'm not complaining. No, I will not trade it in for a 3D as I don't like the odd number of cells and I don't like the extra length.

 

[cccpull]

I have to admit that I'm quite disappointed with my 2D Rebel MagLED. It draws too much power for the light output I'm getting or it doesn't out out as much light as the amp draw at the tailcap promises. Other than that I'm not complaining. No, I will not trade it in for a 3D as I don't like the odd number of cells and I don't like the extra length.

:thinking: From "quite disappointed' to "I'm not complaining'', is quite a stretch.

I also got a 2D Rebel because I couldn't find the 3D at Lowes, but I'm quite content with the output (especially throw) of this light at $15, good deal.
I do actually prefer the 2D size, although I'll probably end up getting a 3D at Costco.

 

[Turn Key]

I bought the 2d led maglite at lowes on black friday because I was looking for the run time. I didnot know it was a rebel until i read about them on cpf. It was a few days before i could play with it. All I can say is WOW! I dont know much about lights and am just getting back into to them, but I couldnt believe this light.

 

[vmaldia]

Hi,

I'm just a newbie. Here's a personal review of my new maglite 2aa led second gen on my blog.

http://magos-biologis.blogspot.com/2009/12/review-of-second-generation-led-maglite.html

 

[Robin24k]

Great review! 🙂

I'm jealous of the plastic boxes...most Mags found in retail stores come in blister packs, which can't be used to store the flashlight. 🙁

 

[Jida]

Been playing with the lights (2aa and 3d) for a week now.

The 2aa is winning me over. At first I compared it to my D10. This was not really fair as the D10 is a quality light at 4x the cost (easily).

Over the weekend I put in some flooring at the house and ended up using the 2aa quite a bit.

The light is clean, pure and throws quite well.

The 100% and 25% are of 'equal use' to me. The 100% however does throw pretty well, has a decent spill and is very tough.

Went by my parent's house over the weekend and brought both lights. The same trees that I lit up as a kid are still there. With my mental picture in tow I turned on the 3d and was impressed.

Once again, pure white light and nice hotspot.

There are now 3 of the sets sitting in the front of my house as the 'go to' lights if something happens.

With their ease of use, brightness, toughness and otherwise I think that Mag finally found a way to move into the right decade.

 

[fa__]

Would anyone know a website selling 2D 3D & 2AA rebel maglite, and able to ship theim to France ?
Thanks :naughty:

 

[PlayboyJoeShmoe]

I'm willing to bet someone will come along and help you out. I'd do it except for the fact I'm out of work and can't afford to pay attention!

 

[slappomatt]

whats the deal with the bins marked on the LED? people have been talking about 050, 060 and 091. mine is marked .001

 

[Robin24k]

Are you sure they are really from different bins? One of mine says "030", but I'm betting it was a problem with the printing because my other one says 090. Remember than 090 = 060 upside down, and 050 could also be a 060 with a portion of the number missing, like on mine.

 

[Robin24k]

Would anyone know a website selling 2D 3D & 2AA rebel maglite, and able to ship theim to France ?
Thanks :naughty:

Try https://www.amazon.fr/?tag= 🙂

 

[fa__]

Thanks, but I had already checked amazon and I can't find D models at the moment :thinking:

 

[Robin24k]

There's not a lot, but there are definately some.

Try searching "Maglite 2D LED" and "Maglite 3D LED".

 

[fa__]

Ok, I'll double check 😉
Thanks again :thumbsup:
(and I hope prices wont't be "in the French range" for those maglite (a regular incandescent 4D is around $70 in shops here :duh2: )

 

[Robin24k]

You're welcome. The prices are higher than in the US, but not like $70. More like $50, which is still pretty high for a Mag, not including shipping...

 

[Robin24k]

Just a little heads-up for anybody looking to get a 2AA...they're on sale at Home Depot for $9.88.

Picked up another grey 2AA today.

 

[Rick Condon]

I saw the Lowes flyer today and the Maglite 2D LED flashlights were $17.49, or 50% off (3D were $19.99). I live in Ontario, Canada, btw, so that's about $16 US. Good deal. I checked the emitter and it looks like -090. The sale is good from Dec. 17 till Dec. 27. Lowes is far from me, but Home Depot is just up the street. I took in the flyer and they price matched. Looking forward to testing this thing out.

Rick

 

[Robin24k]

I wonder if Home Depot Canada also has the 2AA sale? $9.88 is the BEST price I have ever seen...definately is a steal.

Have fun with the 2D! If I had a choice, I would've taken the 2D, but the Costco pack that I got was only in 2AA and 3D. Supposedly the 3D is a bit brighter, and hey, it's a nice bat! 😀