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Surefire A2 LED Aviator Review
Updated with disassembled pics 8/10
Specifications
To start off the packaging is the same as the LX2, nice and simply, yet still elegant. There are a few check boxes on the rear, indicating the selected colour of the light.
The feel of the A2L is much alike the LX2, however the momentary on action is alot 'softer' and 'smoother' than my LX2. Whether that is because they have slightly 'improved' the design, or just by nature I am not sure. The A2L is another of Surefires new 'Fluted' designs, which I really like the look an feel of.
The pocket clip is the same as the LX2, and there are still the rubbing issues for the tailcap, and the possibility of the anchor of the clip 'scrapping' on the head of the light when turned, so I suggest you check this when you receive yours! :thumbsup:
The red led's hurt!
I can look into my Y/G A2 all day (and night) and be fine, but with the A2L, I was blinded
. They seem to have significantly greater output, and they have a much less ringy appearance against a wall up close aswell!
This beamshots is approx. 20cm from the wall
The main beam is definitely no where near as bright as my LX2 or E2DL, and it has a bluish tint to it, however the beam profile is very smooth!
It is very comparable to that of the original A2, and I believe that this may of been SF intention!
You can also clearly see the red tint towards the edge of the beam, which is strange but appealing to me.
Indoor: A2L then A2
Outdoor: A2L then A2, followed by a A2L and LX2 comparison.
On my other A2 and my LX2 the lanyard attachment rings are very set in place, and have a lot of resistance to them, however on my A2L it almost wants to roll around when I hold it in the air... the only reason this is a let down is for photography, as the ring normally allow you to lay the light however you want to :laughing:
The body and tailcap are the same as the LX2, suggesting to me that possibly the serial numbers will intertwine.
Anodising isn't matched, and this may upset some buyers, or put some possible buyers off.
The bezel has the same styling as the original A2 which I love, and it is great for any nostalgia!
This light is definitely a carrier!
With a suggested 2.5hours runtime on the primary led, which is brighter than the original A2, you can't beat the added runtime!
All in all this is a strong, rugged feeling light, with the output to go with it.
Disassembled:
Thanks for reading :thumbsup:
Updated with disassembled pics 8/10
Specifications
- High Mode: 113 Lumens
- Low Mode: 3 Lumens
- Runtime High/Low: 2.5/17.2 hours
- Weight: 4.3oz or 121.90g
- Length: 5.4in or 13.72cm
- Battery Config.: 2 x CR123
- Body Material: Aluminum MIL-SPEC Anodized
To start off the packaging is the same as the LX2, nice and simply, yet still elegant. There are a few check boxes on the rear, indicating the selected colour of the light.
The feel of the A2L is much alike the LX2, however the momentary on action is alot 'softer' and 'smoother' than my LX2. Whether that is because they have slightly 'improved' the design, or just by nature I am not sure. The A2L is another of Surefires new 'Fluted' designs, which I really like the look an feel of.
The pocket clip is the same as the LX2, and there are still the rubbing issues for the tailcap, and the possibility of the anchor of the clip 'scrapping' on the head of the light when turned, so I suggest you check this when you receive yours! :thumbsup:
The red led's hurt!
I can look into my Y/G A2 all day (and night) and be fine, but with the A2L, I was blinded
. They seem to have significantly greater output, and they have a much less ringy appearance against a wall up close aswell!
This beamshots is approx. 20cm from the wall
The main beam is definitely no where near as bright as my LX2 or E2DL, and it has a bluish tint to it, however the beam profile is very smooth!
It is very comparable to that of the original A2, and I believe that this may of been SF intention!
You can also clearly see the red tint towards the edge of the beam, which is strange but appealing to me.
Indoor: A2L then A2
Outdoor: A2L then A2, followed by a A2L and LX2 comparison.
On my other A2 and my LX2 the lanyard attachment rings are very set in place, and have a lot of resistance to them, however on my A2L it almost wants to roll around when I hold it in the air... the only reason this is a let down is for photography, as the ring normally allow you to lay the light however you want to :laughing:
The body and tailcap are the same as the LX2, suggesting to me that possibly the serial numbers will intertwine.
Anodising isn't matched, and this may upset some buyers, or put some possible buyers off.
The bezel has the same styling as the original A2 which I love, and it is great for any nostalgia!
This light is definitely a carrier!
With a suggested 2.5hours runtime on the primary led, which is brighter than the original A2, you can't beat the added runtime!
All in all this is a strong, rugged feeling light, with the output to go with it.
Disassembled:
Thanks for reading :thumbsup:
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