The SureFire E2L-AA Thread

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carrot said:
Tint is a variance in an individual flashlight, not in a specific model.
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Yes I know that but I was just disappointed that all the 3 pieces of E2L-AA, and including the piece on showcase was of the same tint. I had thought that I might be able to select the best tint out of the lot but no luck there.
 
jamesmtl514 said:
I want to own a E2L-AA at some point, I think you did good getting the M3LT though 🙂
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I kind of liked it a lot. Did a 4 hours walk in a remote island northeast of Singapore and most of the time I am on the 70 lumens low output with 400 lumens reserved for when more throw is needed. The bezel doesn't even get warm. In fact it felt cool to the touch. Superb and very fast heat dissipation I would say.
 
You went in for an E2L-AA and walked out with an M3LT....that's a heck of an upsell there! 😀
 
SuperTrouper said:
You went in for an E2L-AA and walked out with an M3LT....that's a heck of an upsell there! 😀
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LOL! I have always wanted the M3LT sort of as a replacement for my M6. Mainly I just wanted a light with more efficiency that doesn't consume that many batteries that fast. Guess M3LT is the answer, except that I always dreamt of Surefire fitting a warm or neutral MC-E in there. Guess it's not going to ever happen.
 
This may be a little commercial but it seems that a Surefire reseller has put a look at the E2L-AA on youtube here in 720p so you get a fair idea of what the light looks like and how it performs.
 
....forgot another thing:


I took some comparison pictures:


unboxing:



next to the Lx2:



comparison shot on high vs lx2 on high:




You can pretty much compare the beam pattern and lumen with the old backup, at least that is my subjective impression.

For me, it´s still worth the money, since I always wanted an AA surefire light!
 
Great thread, I finally got through the pages! I also am trying to decide between either the 2aa or the cr123 version. I would primarily use my light out walking at night so the dual mode is nice.
Batteries up here of either variety are easily available and I can get the Surefire 123's for pennies over $2 ea. With the E2L being slightly smaller (which for me is a good thing) it's making my decision even tougher. 🙂
 
Anyone know the body diameter of the AA light? Since the tailcap is compatible I take it same as other E-series lights?

HighTechToolFan, do you have the measurements for both the E2L-AA and LX2 body diameters?

I wish Surefire would just supply this information on their spec sheets.🙁
 
Is the outside diameter of the handle thinner on the E2L AA than with my E1E? Since the AA battery is slimmer than the
cr123? I like to have a little beef to hang on to with a light and am just curious?
 
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I think it's the same, the battery tube is rather thick, so I think they kept the diameter the same.

Just got my E2L AA today...should have a review up soon. 🙂
 
Sounds good Robin, looking forward to it.

Anyone have any ideas on how long and well Nimih batteries run in these lights? I have 4- 2300ma batteries and wondered how they might perform?
 
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IMO, the stock E2L-AA is NOT an "outdoors" light. The TIR narrow beam is not very useful in the woods, the tint is too cool, and the low is way too high for dark adapted eyes. I sent mine to Milkylabs for a makeover. But I bought mine to have it modded so YMMV.
 
tygger said:
IMO, the stock E2L-AA is NOT an "outdoors" light. The TIR narrow beam is not very useful in the woods, the tint is too cool, and the low is way too high for dark adapted eyes. I sent mine to Milkylabs for a makeover. But I bought mine to have it modded so YMMV.
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I suppose it depends on what one thinks the prerequisites are, if there are any at all, for an "outdoors" light.

I've used a lot of different SureFires for outdoor activities, and they don't necessarily share any particular set of features in common.
 
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