Surefire E1B!

foxtrot29 · Dec 18, 2008

Just pulled the trigger on a Surefire E1B -- hope I'm not disappointed.

Unfortunately for me, I'm getting one AFTER the price increases. Paid $109.99USD on EBAY auction.

Anyone want to share love stories about this light? :naughty:

chaoss · Dec 18, 2008

You did well @ $110 as they are selling new for $149.
You also did well in choosing a great light and i don't think that you will regret it.
I recommend doing a search here on the E1B and reading all of the user info/mods/reviews.

cheers

Big_Ed · Dec 18, 2008

I'm impressed with mine. Plenty bright, good clicky switch, and a very useable low mode that can run for 37 hours, I think.
The only gripe I have is it feels a little slippery. I understand why it's smooth, but it's almost too smooth. Sometimes I have a tough time gripping it when I turn it on. But that's a relatively small thing. Anyone know of a way to give it some more grip?

chaoss · Dec 18, 2008

Big_Ed said:
I'm impressed with mine. Plenty bright, good clicky switch, and a very useable low mode that can run for 37 hours, I think.
The only gripe I have is it feels a little slippery. I understand why it's smooth, but it's almost too smooth. Sometimes I have a tough time gripping it when I turn it on. But that's a relatively small thing. Anyone know of a way to give it some more grip?

Hey Big_Ed, have you thought about adding a Z68 tailcap to it?
I did this (suggested by another forum member, H2o Rower?) and it made a considerable difference in how the light feels in hand. This also adds tailstand ability :twothumbs.

nosuchagency · Dec 18, 2008

you definitely won't be disappointed in this lil' pocket rocket.

if you find it's a bit slippery, just throw an o-ring on it.

1996alnl · Dec 18, 2008

nosuchagency said:
you definitely won't be disappointed in this lil' pocket rocket. if you find it's a bit slippery, just throw an o-ring on it.

Never thought of that.
Great idea.

NotRegulated · Dec 18, 2008

I'm really pleased with mine. It's name is "Backup" but is bright enough with a great switch to be used as a primary light.

Moka · Dec 19, 2008

Yay, another E1B praise thread...
FANTASTIC light, great beam, I got an awesome tint on mine... =D
Couldn't recommend it more highly!

foxtrot29 · Dec 19, 2008

Glad to see the love for the E1B!

It'll be my first SINGLE cell Surefire & first Surefire LED. I've got several Surefire incans that still please me, even though I'm more of an LED guy now...

Heck, it'll be my first Surefire with a TIR optic too... This will be a whole new level of Surefire goodness! lol

roymail · Dec 19, 2008

Will Surefire still stand behind a light sold by a vendor on ebay?

You got a real good price. Congrats!

BTW, I think the Z68 tailcap looks really nice.

foxtrot29 · Dec 19, 2008

roymail said:
Will Surefire still stand behind a light sold by a vendor on ebay?

You got a real good price. Congrats!

BTW, I think the Z68 tailcap looks really nice.

I'm not entirely sure on that one.... But for the most part, their warranty is no questions asked.

Is the Z68 tailcap the same one that is on the E2D? If so, I've got one!

[EDIT]

Just reading the warranty info on Surefire's website, and it doesn't say that they don't cover ebay vendors! Says nothing about where you got the light... Just makes a mention of proof of purchase for the limited warranty parts...

seale_navy · Dec 19, 2008

foxtrot29 said:
I'm not entirely sure on that one.... But for the most part, their warranty is no questions asked.

Is the Z68 tailcap the same one that is on the E2D? If so, I've got one!

[EDIT]

Just reading the warranty info on Surefire's website, and it doesn't say that they don't cover ebay vendors! Says nothing about where you got the light... Just makes a mention of proof of purchase for the limited warranty parts...

well if there is anything wrong with the light the vendor might not give u an exchange or something..

but the u can still claim it with surefire LLC

zpaulg · Dec 19, 2008

Big_Ed said:
I'm impressed with mine. Plenty bright, good clicky switch, and a very useable low mode that can run for 37 hours, I think.
The only gripe I have is it feels a little slippery. I understand why it's smooth, but it's almost too smooth. Sometimes I have a tough time gripping it when I turn it on. But that's a relatively small thing. Anyone know of a way to give it some more grip?

Cut up an old bicycle inner tube and use it as a sleeve, works brilliantly!!!

1996alnl · Dec 19, 2008

foxtrot29 said:
Glad to see the love for the E1B!

It'll be my first SINGLE cell Surefire & first Surefire LED. I've got several Surefire incans that still please me, even though I'm more of an LED guy now...

Heck, it'll be my first Surefire with a TIR optic too... This will be a whole new level of Surefire goodness! lol

Exellent little pocket thrower with a perfect beam,you'll be very happy with it...

Then you can move up to its big brother thats on 'roids the E2DL:devil:

curlyfry562 · Dec 19, 2008

1996alnl said:
Exellent little pocket thrower with a perfect beam,you'll be very happy with it...

Then you can move up to its big brother thats on 'roids the E2DL:devil:

+1, ya you will definitely be tempted by the E2DL after you get your hands on the E1B.

foxtrot29 · Dec 19, 2008

1996alnl said:
Exellent little pocket thrower with a perfect beam,you'll be very happy with it...

Then you can move up to its big brother thats on 'roids the E2DL:devil:

Already debated it -- since it's the same price, 60 more lumens... I've already got the E2D though... I enjoy surefire for it's incans more than anything, and the ability to mod the 6P models...

foxtrot29 · Dec 30, 2008

1996alnl said:
Exellent little pocket thrower with a perfect beam,you'll be very happy with it...

Then you can move up to its big brother thats on 'roids the E2DL:devil:

You know, I got the light today -- and it's very nice, but definitely the most ringy surefire I've ever owned. Not to the point where it would be an issue in real world use, but not like any surefire I have--all of which have perfectly flawless beams. This one has a slightly flawed hotspot, and a dark ring around the hotspot. Less visible in distance shots.

Guess I'm spoiled by all my OP reflectors...

TMedina · Dec 30, 2008

Ah, Fox - wait until someone points you to the wonderful world of Malkoff. :huh:

-Trevor

Moka · Dec 30, 2008

TMedina said:
Ah, Fox - wait until someone points you to the wonderful world of Malkoff. :huh:

-Trevor

DO IT.... They're truly wonderful... and from what I hear the new warm models are a wonderful tint... saving up for one as we speak... lol

And for the record... Gene and Cathy are customer service gods!!

kyhunter1 · Dec 30, 2008

Im waiting on my new E1B too. Cant wait to get it! Paid 110.00, so not a bad deal.

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