New Maratac AA

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Just another fan picture of the new Stainless AA Maratac.

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gsxer said:
Would the AA be to heavy to weare on your hat?
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I think it more of a subjective thing really. The clip has no problem holding it there but compared to the AAA Maratac it is a noticeable increase hanging out there on a hat brim.
 
It really helps if you use a L91 lithium primary. Makes it weigh a lot less! Mine feels "empty" like it doesn't have a battery in it almost.
 
oronocova said:
It really helps if you use a L91 lithium primary. Makes it weigh a lot less! Mine feels "empty" like it doesn't have a battery in it almost.
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Although the L91 is very light and makes the aluminum version feel "empty" it doesn't make the stainless version feel empty. It's pretty heavy even with that battery. Nice to have the choice though.
 
So my latest countycomm order arrived over the weekend (took 10 days) with my stainless AA...

BUT THEY SENT ME THE AAA MODEL INSTEAD (which I did not order)!!!!

:hairpull::hairpull::rant::rant::mecry::mecry:


Shot out an email to CC so hopefully they can take care of me - hoping they can sent it quicker than ground as I dont want to wait another 10 days :mecry:
 
nnmnu said:
Their shipping is ridiculous.
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Yeah it is - I dont see why they cant offer USPS Priority for the $8+ they charge as an option. I despise UPS. I'd even pay a few bucks more in shipping for Priority.

Too bad its so awesomely addictive shopping there 😀
 
Thanks for the review Patriot. I ordered one and I'm very impressed with the quality so I ordered another two. Oh man. My wife is going to kill me thanks to you guys. 😀

556man
 
Received my black and natural Maratacs AA.
Pleased with knurling, form factor, weight and general performance/construction but also a bit disappointed: the beam is tighter than AAA and noticeably tighter than Qmini AA.
Anodizing is also more weak. Easily scratched when removing/installing clip.
I still prefer the AAA version.
 
AAA = more portability, AA = more capability, including run-time and throw. It just depends on what one values more and / or what need dictates.
 
I'm thinking about picking this light up as I think its just the perfect size for pocket EDCing. I have the ITP A3 (AAA version) and like that light a lot. A weak spot of the A3 is that the removable clip is not tight enough against the body of the light to make for worry free pocket carry. The A3 has pushed up out of my pocket on a couple of occassions and I no longer pocket clip this light as I fear it would be lost (I keychain carry it).

I'm hoping someone with the Maratac AA can comment on this pocket clip. Does the clip grip tight enough (have enough tension) to use daily as a pocket carry without the risk of losing? From the pics and video I've seen, the clip looks more substantial but I still wonder if it will clamp tight enough on the pocket to be a functional pocket carry light.

Thanks!!
 
bullfrog said:
Yeah it is - I dont see why they cant offer USPS Priority for the $8+ they charge as an option. I despise UPS. I'd even pay a few bucks more in shipping for Priority.

Too bad its so awesomely addictive shopping there 😀
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Right we need a group buy for the US since there is already a group buy from Cuso that caters to international buyers. Would be great to get a discount instead of crazy $8 shipping charges for a light.
 
ky70 said:
I'm thinking about picking this light up as I think its just the perfect size for pocket EDCing. I have the ITP A3 (AAA version) and like that light a lot. A weak spot of the A3 is that the removable clip is not tight enough against the body of the light to make for worry free pocket carry. The A3 has pushed up out of my pocket on a couple of occassions and I no longer pocket clip this light as I fear it would be lost (I keychain carry it).

I'm hoping someone with the Maratac AA can comment on this pocket clip. Does the clip grip tight enough (have enough tension) to use daily as a pocket carry without the risk of losing? From the pics and video I've seen, the clip looks more substantial but I still wonder if it will clamp tight enough on the pocket to be a functional pocket carry light.

Thanks!!
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I know this thread is about the Maratac AA, but I though I would comment on the AAA keyring attachment.

Someone mentioned they were subject to breaking when removing them. I did this a few times, being very careful while doing it with no ill effects. But I pushed my luck to far! The last time I removed it, it didn't go back on correctly...because it broke! :ohgeez:

But not the end of the world. I went to my local hardware store and picked up 2 (1 for a spare) 1/2" snap rings just like someone posted some time ago and now have an almost indestructible keyring attachment! :thumbsup: The only downside is the keyring and the clip can now rotate...but like I said, not the end of the world. I prefer the way the light feels (in hand and in pocket) without the pocket clip but like the way it looks with it...decisions, decisions!

So yes, the keyring attachment CAN break...if you decide you have to take it on and off (like me! :green🙂 but I have no doubt the factory attachment is plenty strong.
 
compasillo said:
the beam is ... noticeably tighter than Qmini AA.
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I hate shopping for a flashlight. Too many decisions!

Does anybody have any side-by-side beamshot comparisons between the Maratac AA and the Qmini AA? I like that the Maratac has a lower low, and that stainless steel version is a thing of beauty (and surprisingly inexpensive), but I also like that the Qmini has a larger hotspot and a floodier beam. So it's really down to how significant of a difference we're talking about. I'm going to buy one of these lights in the next few weeks, and this will be the deciding factor for me, so beamshots would be appreciated.
 
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