Your Opinions: Surefire E2DL or Fenix TA20

jackthedog · Aug 13, 2010

Hi,

I'm in the market for a nice 2 CR123 light and I've pretty much narrowed it down to the above too. I have had other Surefires in the past as well as Fenix and have been impressed with them both. If it was up to you, what you would buy?

rookiedaddy · Aug 13, 2010

E2DL, of coz... :nana:

btw, it's unfair to make us choose between Fenix and SureFire... :crackup:

veleno · Aug 13, 2010

These two models are very different.

I don't like the E2DL because it lacks of a medium level for a general use, so I would prefer the TA20.

Did you consider the Sunwayled M20C?

kramer5150 · Aug 13, 2010

If it were me I'd go with the E2DL because I like the E series TIR optic. Although with a grip ring and bezel ring mode selection the TA20 has some clear advantages.

jackthedog · Aug 13, 2010

The lack of a medium level on the E2DL and being able to select which mode I can start on (and the price) are all points in the TA20's favor. But the Surefire is still very appealing.

Arcus Diabolus · Aug 13, 2010

I've seen them both turned on at a store and if you're worried about tint I would suggest the E2DL. The TA20's tint looked very blue. I dunno if its the same elsewhere though

jackthedog · Aug 13, 2010

Was the E2DL cooler white?

I'm also assuming that the Surefire is seen as being more reliable and durable in the long run?

carrot · Aug 13, 2010

jackthedog said:
Was the E2DL cooler white?

I'm also assuming that the Surefire is seen as being more reliable and durable in the long run?

Yep..

pjandyho · Aug 13, 2010

Is the TA20 as huge as the TA21? I have the TA21 and it is about the size and length of the SF M3! If you are not into carrying big lights around then without a doubt I would suggest E2DL. I love the form factor of the E2DL and the two modes available are enough to handle most of the work needed. In my opinion, I prefer the LX2 for the UI, same TIR optic, same high power but slightly higher lower power than the E2DL.

jackthedog · Aug 13, 2010

I will check the LX2 out as well. The size of the TA20 is a potential downside.

Kingfisher · Aug 13, 2010

:thumbsup:

pjandyho · Aug 13, 2010

King Fisher, that Leatherman is beautiful!!! What model is that btw?

jackthedog · Aug 13, 2010

Nice light. That just about puts it over the edge for me.

RWT1405 · Aug 13, 2010

Easy, the TA20. I hate the TIR beam. If your looking for a light to "play" with and "show off" with ("my flashlight throws further then yours does"), then pick the TIR E2DL.

My .02 FWIW YMMV

sfca · Aug 13, 2010

E2DL and LX2 clip. When I worked in the nightlife scene this was what I used.

flashfiend · Aug 13, 2010

If you're considering the TA20, I think you might as well go to the TA21. However, each are as long as a 3-cell Surefire 9P and just as big. If you want something more pocketable go for the E2DL. I do like the selector ring on my TA21 though. But if this is for a pocket EDC, get the E2DL.

jackthedog · Aug 13, 2010

Does anyone have a side-by-side of the two lights? I'm. Thinking of using it as an all purpose light: EDC and nightstand.

cryhavok · Aug 13, 2010

pjandyho said:
King Fisher, that Leatherman is beautiful!!! What model is that btw?

looks like a skeletool

pjandyho · Aug 13, 2010

cryhavok said:
looks like a skeletool cx

Yes I just found out in Leatherman's website. Cool looking multitool!

tigervn · Aug 13, 2010

pjandyho said:
King Fisher, that Leatherman is beautiful!!! What model is that btw?

Leatherman SkeleTool.

http://www.leatherman.com/product/Skeletool

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