iapyx
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The whole store seems to have disappeared from eBay then.
Does a seller disappear as soon as he has nothing for sale?
Surefire LX2 (Part 3)
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The whole store seems to have disappeared from eBay then.
Does a seller disappear as soon as he has nothing for sale?
EV_007
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So I just got my SureFire LX2 in the mail. Happy Saturday!
I like the boxed presentation better than the sealed blister packs.
So its midday, but quick white wall test shows it to be quite a performer.
A LOT brighter than my E1B with a larger hotspot. The hotspot is even on par with the TK40. Not as defined around the edges, but the overall coverage is pretty similar and even appears to spreads out a little more, with a little less intensity of course. The spillbeam on the TK40 is more of course. The high on the LX2 is indeed as bright as the TK40 on high. Turbo is brighter from the TK40 of course. For a small light, it really puts out.
The beam on low is brighter than the low on my E1B. Although looks a little warmer (Slight greenish hue.) than the E1B on low, but high they are both white.
The physical size of the LX2 is slightly shorter than the A2 classic and a tad taller than the G2 but a lot slimmer.
I have to say SureFire has a winner on their hands. I've always been a huge fan of their dual mode tailcap. No silly multiple presses to get to the light level you need.
The buzzing on mine is very minimal. Only hear a slight low pitched buzzing when tailcap switch initially pressed in all the way into high mode from low, then seems to fade away slightly with less cycling sound to it. I had to put it right to my ear to detect it. Very faint. My Classic L2 makes a higher pitched noise that is slightly louder.
My T1A and LX2 covers pretty much the range of lighting conditions I encounter for my EDC requirements. Low flood for close up work handled by the T1A and the LX2 doing quick general illumination for close up and
"reachout" and touch someone duty on high is adequate.
Last night on a dark section of the street, I fired up my E1B on high and it lit up the sidewalk and the signs a block away without spilling out too much, which reduced back scatter. Can't wait to try out the LX2 in that same area.
I love the multiple options and price point of my "other" lights, but still love the look and feel of a Surefire every time. Something about their overall package still appeals to me. Great balance of brightness, runtime and aesthetics will keep me coming back for more.
I like the boxed presentation better than the sealed blister packs.
So its midday, but quick white wall test shows it to be quite a performer.
A LOT brighter than my E1B with a larger hotspot. The hotspot is even on par with the TK40. Not as defined around the edges, but the overall coverage is pretty similar and even appears to spreads out a little more, with a little less intensity of course. The spillbeam on the TK40 is more of course. The high on the LX2 is indeed as bright as the TK40 on high. Turbo is brighter from the TK40 of course. For a small light, it really puts out.
The beam on low is brighter than the low on my E1B. Although looks a little warmer (Slight greenish hue.) than the E1B on low, but high they are both white.
The physical size of the LX2 is slightly shorter than the A2 classic and a tad taller than the G2 but a lot slimmer.
I have to say SureFire has a winner on their hands. I've always been a huge fan of their dual mode tailcap. No silly multiple presses to get to the light level you need.
The buzzing on mine is very minimal. Only hear a slight low pitched buzzing when tailcap switch initially pressed in all the way into high mode from low, then seems to fade away slightly with less cycling sound to it. I had to put it right to my ear to detect it. Very faint. My Classic L2 makes a higher pitched noise that is slightly louder.
My T1A and LX2 covers pretty much the range of lighting conditions I encounter for my EDC requirements. Low flood for close up work handled by the T1A and the LX2 doing quick general illumination for close up and
"reachout" and touch someone duty on high is adequate.
Last night on a dark section of the street, I fired up my E1B on high and it lit up the sidewalk and the signs a block away without spilling out too much, which reduced back scatter. Can't wait to try out the LX2 in that same area.
I love the multiple options and price point of my "other" lights, but still love the look and feel of a Surefire every time. Something about their overall package still appeals to me. Great balance of brightness, runtime and aesthetics will keep me coming back for more.
Outdoors Fanatic
Flashlight Enthusiast
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Re: Removing the Lanyard Ring and O-Ring Madness
Also, I've added an o-ring to the shaft of the light in the notch just under the clip. Not only does it create a kind of tactical ring to hold on to (it really helps offset the non-gnurled surface), but as you can see in the photo, it picks the clip up off the tail cap a bit (I carry bezel down so it doesn't interfere with the function of the clip for me). The ring was smaller and a bear to get on, but once on is solid as a rock - no budging at all. I really love using this light...
:thumbsup:[/QUOTE]
What is the size or description of the O ring you are using on the tail cap end of your light? I need to make my LX2 more grippy, the o ring might help. I attach a rermovable lanyard at the bezel where your other O ring is so I dont need any info on the size of that one. Thanks
Also, I've added an o-ring to the shaft of the light in the notch just under the clip. Not only does it create a kind of tactical ring to hold on to (it really helps offset the non-gnurled surface), but as you can see in the photo, it picks the clip up off the tail cap a bit (I carry bezel down so it doesn't interfere with the function of the clip for me). The ring was smaller and a bear to get on, but once on is solid as a rock - no budging at all. I really love using this light...
:thumbsup:[/QUOTE]
What is the size or description of the O ring you are using on the tail cap end of your light? I need to make my LX2 more grippy, the o ring might help. I attach a rermovable lanyard at the bezel where your other O ring is so I dont need any info on the size of that one. Thanks
So, after lusting for an LX2 for many weeks now, I finally bit the bullet and bought myself one. (I work for a Surefire dealer, so it took a lot of willpower to not get one sooner. I still want an E1B and a Titan!) I patiently awaited the night to come to my girlfriend's streetlightless neighborhood and out came the LX2 to annoy some neighbors.
Wow! I was very impressed to say the least. It has an incredible throw and a near flawless beam. The color is very white, which makes me very happy. The only thing I don't really like is the multi stage UI. So, I did something that I had tried out at the shop, but not tested in the field. I took my old first gen L4 and swapped the heads with the LX2. With the L4 body and clicky and the LX2 head, you get a no-nonsense, balls to the wall, kick-*** beam thrower, with a slim body, compact size and clicky convenience. The only thing I don't like is the pocket clip. I need to try and find an outdoorsman one or something.
As for the LX2 with the old L4 head, it is actually really nice, giving a nice low and moderate output with the classic L4 floodiness. I think I just produced two really cool lights.
As much as I love the throw of the LX2, I think it might end up being more of a fun light than EDC. It is simply too bright in my opinion for EDC. My U2 with a 18650 will likely continue to reside in my ****ies cell phone pocket. (I have a LOT of lights, having sold flashlights since the days of Kel-Lites and I was one of the first Surefire dealers in the 80's, so my choice of the U2 means a lot)
Thanks for listening!
Greg
Wow! I was very impressed to say the least. It has an incredible throw and a near flawless beam. The color is very white, which makes me very happy. The only thing I don't really like is the multi stage UI. So, I did something that I had tried out at the shop, but not tested in the field. I took my old first gen L4 and swapped the heads with the LX2. With the L4 body and clicky and the LX2 head, you get a no-nonsense, balls to the wall, kick-*** beam thrower, with a slim body, compact size and clicky convenience. The only thing I don't like is the pocket clip. I need to try and find an outdoorsman one or something.
As for the LX2 with the old L4 head, it is actually really nice, giving a nice low and moderate output with the classic L4 floodiness. I think I just produced two really cool lights.
As much as I love the throw of the LX2, I think it might end up being more of a fun light than EDC. It is simply too bright in my opinion for EDC. My U2 with a 18650 will likely continue to reside in my ****ies cell phone pocket. (I have a LOT of lights, having sold flashlights since the days of Kel-Lites and I was one of the first Surefire dealers in the 80's, so my choice of the U2 means a lot)
Thanks for listening!
Greg
DimeRazorback
Flashlight Enthusiast
The seller does still exist... I think I will contact them soon because they had some of the best prices, for internationally buyers :thumbsup:
Maybe they are having troubles with a dealers license or something.
The link that Outdoors Fanatic posted is just as good however :twothumbs
iapyx
Enlightened
Thanks!
I know that the seller still exists since they have a website. I, however, cannot find them on eBay. They offered good deals and that's why I'd like to follow them to get an LX2 in a later stadium.
As soon as SF shorten the clip and do something about the colour mismatch I'll buy one.
I may try at the link that Outdoors Fanatic posted.
thanks for your help guys!
Vox Clamatis in Deserto
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I got tired of battling the LX2 lanyard ring every time I tried to turn the light on by twisting. I popped off the ring but it came apart with a little piece broken off one of the interlocks.
Still, the darn clip gets in the way when you try to twist the light on, what were they thinking? Of course, you can gently tweak the tailcap a few babystep degrees at a time until it illuminates but if you try a quick twist, you hit the clip.
Nice light in many respects but the ergonomics and cosmetics seem to still be in development.
Still, the darn clip gets in the way when you try to twist the light on, what were they thinking? Of course, you can gently tweak the tailcap a few babystep degrees at a time until it illuminates but if you try a quick twist, you hit the clip.
Nice light in many respects but the ergonomics and cosmetics seem to still be in development.
Surefire may be changing the clip to a shorter version. When that happens, why not try contacting them to see if they could change yours too? Personally, I quite like the longer clip even though it gets in the way of my twisting the tail cap. I am not sure if I would like to change the clip at all.
kaptein america
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I have been carrying the LX2 all week. The long clip works perfect for keeping the light concealed in my pocket. I'm enjoying the size and feel of the light in hand over the smaller E1B.
The UI took some getting used to, but I prefer it for most daily use to my backup. I had to find the right amount of turns to have my tailcap not accidently flash in my pocket. Even if the button is not depressed - if the entire tailcap moves forward the light will go on. So as I said, the tailcap just needs to be kept just so. Small learning curve for a pocket rocket.
Being only my 2nd light. The build quality is superb. I bet I can break a window (to escape harm) with this light and not mess it up.
Will report back in a few weeks after I use it on an overnight backpack trip.
The UI took some getting used to, but I prefer it for most daily use to my backup. I had to find the right amount of turns to have my tailcap not accidently flash in my pocket. Even if the button is not depressed - if the entire tailcap moves forward the light will go on. So as I said, the tailcap just needs to be kept just so. Small learning curve for a pocket rocket.
Being only my 2nd light. The build quality is superb. I bet I can break a window (to escape harm) with this light and not mess it up.
Will report back in a few weeks after I use it on an overnight backpack trip.
Size15's
Flashaholic
That's right - you'll discover the 'right' position for your carry method and use.
Sometimes I LockOut only the high beam for carry in specific situations.
Aluminium is softer than glass and will deform when used to break window glass. Several attempts are usually required to break toughened (tempered) glass, even with a hardened point of tungsten/ceramic dedicated window punch. However, a flashlight will be more useful than your fist alone in most cases and it your intent is to escape harm then I'm sure sacrificing the flashlight will be worth it. As its a SureFire I would call them and tell them your survival story and there's every chance they'll sort you out a replacement.
I find it interesting to follow feedback from longer-term usage, especially involving a wide variety of situations and I look forwards towards your reporting back
freeride21a
Newly Enlightened
I took mine on a little backpacking trip a month or two ago.. in the dark, the beam was obviously visible at 350yds(320m) on the side of a canyon up from where I was camped. I would say you are not going to identify anything at that distance though. And to top it off, there was enough throw that I could see the reflection from the eyes of a deer that was up near the top of the canyon.
the distance was calculated using GPS, and topo software(24k).
the distance was calculated using GPS, and topo software(24k).
It01Firefox
Newly Enlightened
I also think the length of the pocket clip is just fine, since the first thing I did when I got the light was to pop off the lanyard ring, so I have no problem twisting the tailcap.
What sucks is that on my E1B they managed to attach a clip that doesn't touch the tailcap, but they failed to do so on the LX2. Now remind me, which one of those is the clickey?
A few moments ago i had chance to play with my almost new lx2 a bit. I compared lx2 and nitecore extreme R2. I was again astonished! LX2 is nearly a perfect light! very nice throw(i would say atleast 30-40% better than extreme's) with very generous sidespill. I've noticed that lx2 has EXACTLY the same amount of dispersed light(overall intensity of the sidespill)as Extreme. While Extreme has very defined main beam and sidespill, lx2 has a big hotspot with spill that fades when distance from hotspot grows. Areas that sidespills of both light cover are almost the same(lx2 has a greater one, but after certain degree from main beam becomes useless.
I'm usually impressed with everything new, especially flashlights. But with lx2 it's a bit different: I think i've experienced a perfection! I still don't think that Nitecore is a bad light. Actually it's price/perf or size/perf is better, but lx2 is so well made, so nicely enginneered (did i mention before, it's low level it's perfect for all around tasks) that i'm completely taken aback with it. It's perfect. Don't hesitate, just get it. only thing that is worth to regret is the fact that you still don't have it while you could already use one of the best flashlights ever made!
I'm usually impressed with everything new, especially flashlights. But with lx2 it's a bit different: I think i've experienced a perfection! I still don't think that Nitecore is a bad light. Actually it's price/perf or size/perf is better, but lx2 is so well made, so nicely enginneered (did i mention before, it's low level it's perfect for all around tasks) that i'm completely taken aback with it. It's perfect. Don't hesitate, just get it. only thing that is worth to regret is the fact that you still don't have it while you could already use one of the best flashlights ever made!
Just one question: How the hell did you guys manage to take off the lanyard ring WITHOUT dammaging tailcap a bit. I snaped it off with a very small flat driver and i damaged aluminum and annodizing a bit...Any other ideas for future "actions"?
It01Firefox
Newly Enlightened
I simply put my screwdriver through the attachment hole for the lanyard and then pulled it apart. The screwdriver never made contact with the light itself.
sprinkle
Newly Enlightened
Aaaaargh, i'm so stupid....
Don't feel stupid, because I tried that first by putting the screwdriver into the lanyard hole and pulling and mine would not come apart. I tried several things... I tried prying it off from different areas and no luck, but dinged the crap out of the anodizing while trying. I ended up having to basically cramming it into the groove where the two pieces of the lanyard ring came together until it came apart, destroying it in the process. Oh well, I use my lights and expect them to be in less than perfect condition... though it still stinks to have it like that on the first day 🙁
Jethro
Newly Enlightened
I just spent the better part of this afternoon reading this thread. This light looks like the dream light for me. On Monday I never knew about CPF and only owned a hardware store LED Lenser 3AAA. As of today, this week alone I have ordered a Jetbeam I Pro V3.0, a Quark123 (don't even have either of them yet) and am moments away to buying one of these LX2 beauties.
You guys have a support group or something?
You guys have a support group or something?
