Need flashlight sheath that will not scratch up the finish on my Surefire 6P

dmz · Apr 19, 2008

Can you recommend a flashlight sheath that will not scratch up the finish on my Surefire 6P? I'm not looking for a tight fitting retention holster like the Surefire holsters. How are the ripoff flashlight sheaths? Can the metal clip be removed from the ripoff flashlight sheaths?

Ripoff flashlight sheaths
http://ripoffs.com/flashpage/flashpage.html

DUQ · Apr 19, 2008

Re: What is the best holster/sheath for a SF 6PD?

This one here My Z2 and Wolfeyes Sniper fit very well in it.

dmz · Apr 20, 2008

Re: What is the best holster/sheath for a SF 6PD?

I'm not looking for a tight fitting retention holster like the Surefire holsters. How are the ripoff flashlight sheaths? Can the metal clip be removed from the ripoff flashlight sheaths?

CallMeDave · Apr 20, 2008

dmz said:
Can the metal clip be removed from the ripoff flashlight sheaths?

Sure, you could un-stitch the faux-leather panel that holds the clip against the back side of the case. IMHO the metal clip is the best thing about ripoff products. But if you don't want to have a stiff clip, all their products can be ordered with a soft nylon belt-loop instead.

TXPeaceOfficer · Apr 21, 2008

I would say just use it. Not like it is going to rust or anything. Besides, once you put the first good scratch on it (a certainty anyway if you carry it) what difference does it make?
Buy another one to be your safe queen/collectible and use the one you have.

Some of my favorite and most trusted lights have scratches all over them from being lovingly used and abused. They definitely would have more tales to tell if they could speak than one in pristine condition.

dmz · Apr 21, 2008

I have flashlights with scratches which I edc but I prefer less scratches. If I was really in to scratches I would just buy beat up flashlights on ebay for less instead of ever buying new ones.

TXPeaceOfficer · Apr 21, 2008

Well, a small Crown Royal bag would be a cheap, and fun, interim solution so you can carry the light.

Some of the multi-tools I've seen with nylon sheaths would probably work, the sheath that is. I don't think they tend to have metal clips on them either. I'm guessing you want to carry this inside a pocket?

mossyoak · Apr 21, 2008

how bout a nice padded envelope? you could throw a polishing cloth in for kicks.

CRESCENDOPOWER · Apr 21, 2008

Maxpedition Single Sheath Black from Lighthound
http://www.lighthound.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=3035

dmz · Apr 21, 2008

I have scratched edcs but I prefer the clean look. Check out GenEric808's polished 6P. His work is incredible!!!!!!!!!!!! I wish SF would come out with a stainless steel 6P but I know it won't happen.

http://www.cpfmarketplace.com/mp/sho...d.php?t=177811

http://www.cpfmarketplace.com/mp/sho....php?p=2150175

http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/...d.php?t=194861

I'm going to polish up a 6P to have the stainless steel look. So far the ripoff flashlight sheaths look like the best bet to house a polished 6P. I would like to hear from those who have the ripoff flashlight sheaths. Thanks.

Force Attuned · Apr 21, 2008

I made the mistake of placing my 6P in my V70 speed holster...instant scratches on the tailcap grip...in fact the grip is almost silver now due to the fact that I didn't bother buying another holster.

Rinspeed · Apr 21, 2008

A lot of the better holster makers offer a leather holster for the 6P. Two of the better ones that come to mind are Lou Alessi and Milt Sparks. They're not cheap but will last a lifetime and just reak of quality.

Steve L · Apr 21, 2008

AKJ Concealco makes very nice leather holsters for Surefires and they are reasonable priced. You need the SF125 or SF125a for anti-roll bezels: http://www.concealco.com/miva/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=ACL&Category_Code=053SFH

dougie · Apr 21, 2008

A second vote for the Maxpedition pouch. Extremely durable without a risk of damaging the 6P's anodizing.

Doug

chmsam · Apr 21, 2008

As I posted in a EDCF thread, even though I have worn the logo off the front of my NiteIze PockIts, it hasn't scratched my trusty old 6P in many years of carrying it and it still has lots of room for carrying other things.

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