Nitecore SR3

[FlashlightsNgear.com]

Ive had a few and the selector ring is the same feel on all, its a tactical light so their shouldnt be much click from the ring, I think they did great on the ring, the accidental strobe is my only complaint but I still use this light as much or more than any light I have, its exterior build quality looks as good as anything Ive seen to date and has a nice solid feel in your hand. I wouldnt send it back, you may get one thats strobes when you dont want it too.. The selector ring feel you describe is normal.

 

[276]

I haven't had an issues with mine.

 

[euroken]

Ive had a few and the selector ring is the same feel on all, its a tactical light so their shouldnt be much click from the ring, I think they did great on the ring, the accidental strobe is my only complaint but I still use this light as much or more than any light I have, its exterior build quality looks as good as anything Ive seen to date and has a nice solid feel in your hand. I wouldnt send it back, you may get one thats strobes when you dont want it too.. The selector ring feel you describe is normal.

You maybe right, but seems that there should be 'some' retension to level selection. There definitely is a variation on the clickiness of ring based on few youtube videos of the light I've seen. In fact the video with Peter @ 4Sevens has distinguishable 'click' and you can 'see' the ring click into place. At the same time, I've seen another video where the ring turns without a noise, very similar to mine.

As I said, my gripe is that I overshoot the turn and stop the ring in between levels half the time. For a tactical light, I'd be more concerned with the light actually changing levels accidentally.

Does anyone know of a way to increase the 'click' per se, like with Jetbeam selector rings (by changing the spring)? Has anyone tried and succeeded in taking the ring apart?

 

[Geige Engel]

JAG, I tried to replicate your problem.

The first and single time I was able to (should have taken notes but did not), I just lost the strobe setting.
It did not return to strobe by rotating to another position.

Do you get the bug consistently? Can you post a detailed sequence?

I did notice 2 other things though.
1: When the strobe mode is enabled, turning the ring slowly through level 4 and 5 will get the
light to strobe.
This is only when you twist very slowly and steadily which should not occur under normal switching.

2: When the strobe mode is disabled, turning the ring slowly through level 4 and 5 (going back and
forth to find the 'sweet spot') will get you into strobe.

As long as you use the clicking detents in a normal manner, you will just notice the light blinking
to high for a brief moment (as mentioned in some posts above).

My light was set to non strobe when I recieved it and I did not notice these issues until now.
No biggie for me.

selfbuilt mentioned some quirks with the stobe mode in his extensive review too:
NiteCore SR3 (1xCR123A/RCR) Review + 18650 Extension: RUNTIMES, BEAMSHOTS, & More!
(scroll down to the final segment 'General Observations').

I actually have a strobe issue too but it's different. I like having strobe usually for randomly giving a quick burst to my co-workers, so I'll leave the strobe mode on and holster the SR3 in mode 7. (Highest output no strobe) But when I pull it out and click it to 8 for strobe, no strobe. Conversely, I holster it with strobe deactivated and in Mode 8 (Highest output no strobe) for outdoor use where strobe would be bad. When I take it out of the holster; not having touched it from it's previous setting of high; it suddenly is in strobe mode. Very confusing and erratic.

I can't replicate the level 4-5 mode strobe glitch though.

It's still a lovely light as I've had it for almost a month now, and has replaced my Fenix TK-10 for throw, and my Insight Typhoon X2 for available light levels, but if this little niggle can be ironed out, that'd make it THAT much more awesome of a light.

 

[Geige Engel]

Four Sevens has the 18650 body extension tube up for the SR3, it's a limited run of only 100 that are individually serial numbered.

http://www.4sevens.com/product_info.php?cPath=93_97&products_id=1801

(I brought two already and they shipped)

 

[276]

I bought one too i should have mine tomorrow, I think.

 

[euroken]

I have my extension tube on it's way and should arrive tomorrow.

In an anticipation, I also ordered AW 18650 2600mah battery...and then...just realized, I don't think AW 18650-26 will work with SR3. The new AW 18650-26 don't have protruding button at + end and the + end contact point on SR3 is flush with the contact points for the tube.

I've heard of using magnets to make these connections in other threads before...any other thoughts? :shrug:

 

[276]

I heard magnets work to, I got mine today it works great just wish it had knurling on it.

 

[Henk_Lu]

It's still a lovely light as I've had it for almost a month now, and has replaced my Fenix TK-10 for throw, and my Insight Typhoon X2 for available light levels, but if this little niggle can be ironed out, that'd make it THAT much more awesome of a light.

+1!

I still hope I eventually can exchange my light for a bug-free one.

If they had a solution completely without strobe, I would be the first one to send mine in! :kiss:

 

[JAG]

something new about fixing the strobe-bug by nitecore ???

 

[Henk_Lu]

something new about fixing the strobe-bug by nitecore ???

I fear we can forget about that... :eeew:

If they wanted to, they would have fixed that f***ing bug within a few weeks and would have let people know. I wrote them an email an eternity ago, I got a nice reply, but no solution.

Now, I wonder why I bought 3 more Nitecores after the SR3, I must be crazy! My SR3 lies in the showcase, I like it as long as I don't turn the ring to maximum...

 

[berry580]

All the yapping about the 18650 bodies, and not even a 100 has been sold yet, what's going on here?

 

[Ferry]

I think because the price is quite high (compare with Fenix 18650 body for TK12 or Quark 18650 body); And no work around for strobe-bug. So, no wonder people doesn't want investing more on this light.... 😳

 

[bernards]

The price is high. The build quality on the 18650 tube is so so, mine has got abrasions on the thread. Sucks when you paid $30 for it.

With all that said. The UI is idiot proof. I love the SR3. All modes with the simple twist of a ring. Perfect. I have put off other purchases because nothing compares.

Anybody figure out how to fit some tritiums to the light?

 

[RocketTomato]

I must have a newer version of the SR3. If you slowly switch between levels, it flashes to level 2/1 (lowest levels) instead of level 8 (max). Consequently, I do not get the accidental activation of strobe.

 

[4sevens]

I must have a newer version of the SR3. If you slowly switch between levels, it flashes to level 2/1 (lowest levels) instead of level 8 (max). Consequently, I do not get the accidental activation of strobe.

There is not a newer version. If you have issue contact customerservice. thanks 🙂

 

[EngrPaul]

Thanks for the pictures!

It's nice to see this light is easily modified when better emitters come along. Many lights I have to scratch my head and wonder how long until they become obsolete because of potted heads, it certainly plays into my decision.

I just picked one up at half price at 4sevens, where's the no-brainer smiley?

More pics..

Modability looks great. Parts just unscrewed by twisting.

 

[hammerface]

I just got an SR3 a couple days ago and I have to say - despite the few glitches other uses have identified with this light I am VERY impressed with it. The overall fit and finish is perfect. I love the shape, size and the UI -even though it is bigger for a 1xCR123 light. I like the larger head, the SS bezel and the weight of the light. Maybe not as pocketable but it looks great on the nightstand 🙂 The ring is wicked for adjusting it to whatever brightness you need. The high is plenty bright with a surprising amount of throw for a light this size. The low is low enough to check the kids when they're sleeping without waking anyone.

I notice the light does go to a higher mode momentarly when switching from one level to the next but whatever. I've not yet experienced the accidental strobe.

Overall I"m very impressed with the light and it's a definite keeper. While not as pocketable as say my LF3XT I like the in-hand feel better. I switched out the tailcap for a GITD one and added a couple GITD orings in the deep grooves and she's easy to find in the dark 🙂

And for the 50% off from 4sevens you definitely can't beat that - it's EASILY worth that. No regrets whatsoever.

 

[mandrake]

How does one go about getting the half price deal?
I just checked and the only listing I saw on 4sevens site was the full price..
Phil

 

[Link Archer VI]

There was a coupon code (NITECORE50, I think) but it was a while ago and I'm not sure if it's still active.