First Light Tomahawk Question (I know there are a couple users here)

cslinger

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With the multi color mil spec version MC, I believe, do you have multiple outputs for the main white beam or is it just the colored LEDs?

Also am I to assume the momentary switch automatically fires up the brightest level?

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Hello:

Both the white "beam" and the leds have multiple levels. A low, medium and a very nice high.

Yes, the momentary does immediately take the light to the highest level. In addition, when you change batteries, the light defaults everything to high.

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cslinger

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Perfect this sounds like exactly what I need. I just took the plunge on the MC RED/Blue version. Looks like the perfect handgun light as well as providing all the functionality of the Kroma at almost half the cost.

From what I have read build quality is excellent, do you feel that it is a pretty solid little light?

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JJV

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I have the GP version, so it's not a completely accurate comparison, but I would agree with your assesment-it's built really well. If you're a stickler for perfectly matching ano, then you may be disappointed-the bezel on mine looks like someone got careless with a spray gun. But that doesn't really bother me.

I really like that light. It's definitely a learning curve-I had to keep playing with it to get used to the finger loop and all that. About my only complaint is that I wish it had soemthing other than a MOLLE clip-it's hard to hook onto regular clothes. But I guess that is the point; that way it won't fall off as easily.
 

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Not picky in terms of pretty fit and finish just want it to be built hell for stout. Reading the manual the operation does not seem too difficult. I am use to HDS and Novatacs which do require a bit of a learning curve so I don't imagine this one will be too tough to learn. I will however have to play with the finger loop attachment as that is the primary reason I want this light to use with firearms without a dedicated light attached yet still retain some dexterity without the use of a lanyard.

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Yes, I have the LE version, which has the red/blue emitters. There is indeed a learning curve. My recommendation is that you practice with the light until it becomes second nature. It is a good duty light, and the clip allows you to position the light on a Kevlar jacket during ops, or on a belt if that serves your task better.

It is a very sturdy little light. Mine does not have any defects in the anodizing. It looks very nicely done.

I think you will find it to be a great friend when you need it. You made a good choice.

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I think you'll be happy with it, as well. It's very well built, a lot more comfortable to carry and use than I expected, a lot brighter than the Kroma (even the MC with the smaller primary reflector significantly out-throws the Kroma), and it you're comfortable with the HDS/NovaTac UI, I doubt you'll have any problem with the Tomahawk.

My only gripe - and it's minor - is with selecting one or both colored LEDs. If the UI provides a means for easy selection of a particular color without looking down the bezel, I haven't found it. I can't image having to select one of the secondary colors quickly under duress, but that might pose a problem.
 

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I think you'll be happy with it, as well. It's very well built, a lot more comfortable to carry and use than I expected, a lot brighter than the Kroma (even the MC with the smaller primary reflector significantly out-throws the Kroma), and it you're comfortable with the HDS/NovaTac UI, I doubt you'll have any problem with the Tomahawk.

My only gripe - and it's minor - is with selecting one or both colored LEDs. If the UI provides a means for easy selection of a particular color without looking down the bezel, I haven't found it. I can't image having to select one of the secondary colors quickly under duress, but that might pose a problem.


I agree.
 

SlightlyDim

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My Red/Green LE has survived a few knocks against metalwork quite well, seems to be pretty solid construction, currently running it on a pair of 18650's which means I lose the MOLLE clip, but gain runtime over RCR's.
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It would be nice if the LED colour could be changed while it's on, but that's a minor gripe, very happy with the output.
 

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Ordered!

I filled out the Testing and Evaluation form, faxd it and a copy of my military ID back to FLUSA and got my 15% good guys discount.:party:

T-Hawk red and blue MC $170 shipped to my door is about $15 to $20 cheaper than everywhere else!

I have high expectations for this light :popcorn:
 

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Tube came from Lighthound - Leefbody C tail - E head / 2x18650's
The threads on the Tomahawk appear to be Surefire E-series compatible.

Only took about 5 hours to modify - had to use a needle file to take down the end diameter to something that would fit, also needed to come up with a 20mm spacer (used a 20mmx5mm diameter 1A fuse and wrapped it with insulation tape to fit snugly in the end of the Leefbody)

I've got another tube incoming to make a more neat attempt - currently not water-tight, I need to come up with space for an o-ring and I don't want to foul up my 'new' light.

Using a Surefire Z49 clicky tailcap on the bottom - means if I'm leaving it for a while I can switch it off and not worry about the leakage current (had to tease out the spring a little bit).

Also using a Surefire lanyard.

Another option might be to use a couple of 1x CR123 E head extenders and use a pair of 17670's - not sure if the cap spring is long enough.
 

eyeeatingfish

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Tube came from Lighthound - Leefbody C tail - E head / 2x18650's
The threads on the Tomahawk appear to be Surefire E-series compatible.

Only took about 5 hours to modify - had to use a needle file to take down the end diameter to something that would fit, also needed to come up with a 20mm spacer (used a 20mmx5mm diameter 1A fuse and wrapped it with insulation tape to fit snugly in the end of the Leefbody)

I've got another tube incoming to make a more neat attempt - currently not water-tight, I need to come up with space for an o-ring and I don't want to foul up my 'new' light.

Using a Surefire Z49 clicky tailcap on the bottom - means if I'm leaving it for a while I can switch it off and not worry about the leakage current (had to tease out the spring a little bit).

Also using a Surefire lanyard.

Another option might be to use a couple of 1x CR123 E head extenders and use a pair of 17670's - not sure if the cap spring is long enough.


I was thinking about the 2x18650 too. That should get good runtim. Can you post pictures about your mod? I wanted to do the same thing but had no idea how. Maybe a more detailer description too.
Any help would b much appreciated. Thanks
The c tail and E head???
 
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