k106 or k109?

dandism

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I'm wondering which would be brighter. The k109 uses the cr123 while the k106 uses a AA yet both have the same specs on DX :thinking:
I know some of you have both. I'm just wondering which is brighter. I would get both but I'd rather get one and maybe a p7 light while I'm at it.

Thanks,
Dan
 

apontes

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Specs are overrated. 230 lumens are a little too optimistic...

In terms of brightness, to the naked eye, they're the same, provided you power the 106 with a 14500 li-ion.

That being said, I prefer the 106, for size/flexibility. The 109 is a bit too small (for my taste, anyway).
 
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hyperloop

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+1 on the K106, its a darn good light for its price point and its so easy to program too. I especially like that the clip enables it to be carried very discreetly in a pair of business trousers
 

sparkysko

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I thought the K109 didn't have the programming/memory function? K106, 16607 all the way.
 

dmn42

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I've got both. Brightness is similar when both are on rcr li-ions.

I have 109 in my jeans pocket and 106 in bag.
 
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