G2, Maxfire LX, or wait for a P2D CE?

I've got a serious want for a new EDC flashlight to replace my AA Maglight with the Nite-Eze LED drop-in, and and to supplement my keychain LED.

The 64k question is: G2, Maxfire LX, or P2D CE? I want something that will fit fairly comfortably in my pants pocket, something that's bright, and preferably less than $60. (I really like the Maxfire LX because of price, but it looks like it might be a bit big for pants pocket carry.)

Choices, choices.

Make whatever comments you wish.


And no, I can't follow the mantra "Buy them both!"

G2 with LED drop-in.

jph said:

G2 with LED drop-in.

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Are there Cree or Seoul LED drop-ins available for the G2?

cosine said:

Are there Cree or Seoul LED drop-ins available for the G2?

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Absolutely! There are several including one with multiple levels of output, plus strobe and SOS modes.

Still, the G2 and Maxfire are much bigger than the P2D. Actually, I find my C-LE a bit easier to carry than my HDS so even though my SSC-modded HDS is a 'better' light, I usually carry the C-LE because it is thinner and less bulky.

Neither G2 or Maxfire LX can be deemed a comfortable pocket light.
Kinda big for that imho, unless it's residing in big cargo pockets.

+1 for Jetbeam C-LE for pants pocket carry. To me the only down side of the C-LE is the PWM which is just barely noticeable on low when illuminating a moving object. It is small for an AA light with multiple levels. The P2D would give the option of more light, but in a bigger package. I have a L2D and I'm assuming the P2D has the same output.