Codeman
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Now that a few of us are getting our S27-Cx2's, I thought I'd start a thread for us to discuss the pro's and con's of the new design changes.
At first, I thought I wouldn't like the varying diameter ribs on the body. The ergonomics in relation to the clip aren't as good as on the 27LT-S with it 3 flats. They might feel better without the clip, but I use clips regularly. I do like that they are deep - that definitely helps the grip. In fact, the deeper body ribs have one great advantage for me. They provide enough grip that I can easily operate the momentary-on switch with a tactical grip without straining - even with the stock boot. I like that! In fact, this is the best-feeling McGizmo light that I own when using a tactical grip.
The tint is also great - it's clearly the whitest of my Seoul LED's. I'd say it's just slightly cooler than my MR-X's X3T Lux V.
But, it's going to take me a while to decide if I'll EDC it. On the plus side, the round body makes it much more pocket-friendly for me when compared to the 27LT-S. I usually wear Khaki pants with deep pockets. The 27Cx2 seems to disappear almost as easily as my Ti-PD's.
On the downside, I simply cannot turn the head one-handed like I can with my 27LT-S or my other Ti McGizmo lights. Part of it's due to the Ti threads not being as smooth, and part may be due to the lack of flats on the body, but the more forward head flutes are a big contributor to my difficulties. A grip that feels natural with the varying-diameter body ribs leaves the head flutes too far forward to provide a solid "push-point" for my thumb. Even moving my hand more forward doesn't provide the same solid contact that my 27LT-S has. I definitely want my EDC lights to be operable with one hand while not requiring a grip adjustment. Unless the threads smooth out considerably, the S27-Cx2 may not make it into my EDC. Major bummer!
Don't get me wrong - This is a great light, just like every other McGizmo light that I have. I really like it's looks and what comes out of the business end. It just may not be a great light for me. Time will tell.
I'm sure a lot of folks won't have the troubles I do. I've got some nerve damage in my hand that has cut down my strength a good bit.
I really want to like this light, so I guess I've got to start working the threads and see if I can loosen her up some!
I'm curious to hear what other folks think of the changes.
At first, I thought I wouldn't like the varying diameter ribs on the body. The ergonomics in relation to the clip aren't as good as on the 27LT-S with it 3 flats. They might feel better without the clip, but I use clips regularly. I do like that they are deep - that definitely helps the grip. In fact, the deeper body ribs have one great advantage for me. They provide enough grip that I can easily operate the momentary-on switch with a tactical grip without straining - even with the stock boot. I like that! In fact, this is the best-feeling McGizmo light that I own when using a tactical grip.
The tint is also great - it's clearly the whitest of my Seoul LED's. I'd say it's just slightly cooler than my MR-X's X3T Lux V.
But, it's going to take me a while to decide if I'll EDC it. On the plus side, the round body makes it much more pocket-friendly for me when compared to the 27LT-S. I usually wear Khaki pants with deep pockets. The 27Cx2 seems to disappear almost as easily as my Ti-PD's.
On the downside, I simply cannot turn the head one-handed like I can with my 27LT-S or my other Ti McGizmo lights. Part of it's due to the Ti threads not being as smooth, and part may be due to the lack of flats on the body, but the more forward head flutes are a big contributor to my difficulties. A grip that feels natural with the varying-diameter body ribs leaves the head flutes too far forward to provide a solid "push-point" for my thumb. Even moving my hand more forward doesn't provide the same solid contact that my 27LT-S has. I definitely want my EDC lights to be operable with one hand while not requiring a grip adjustment. Unless the threads smooth out considerably, the S27-Cx2 may not make it into my EDC. Major bummer!
Don't get me wrong - This is a great light, just like every other McGizmo light that I have. I really like it's looks and what comes out of the business end. It just may not be a great light for me. Time will tell.
I'm sure a lot of folks won't have the troubles I do. I've got some nerve damage in my hand that has cut down my strength a good bit.
I really want to like this light, so I guess I've got to start working the threads and see if I can loosen her up some!
I'm curious to hear what other folks think of the changes.
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