EagleTac Build Quality

Just bought a D25C Clicky XM-L U2 and have a few thoughts on it. Things I really like: size, output spacing, ability to turn off/on memory and sub lumen mode, clip placement allows for deep pocket carry and is screwed on. The one thing that would give me hesitation on buying another EagleTac though, is build quality concerns. The tube walls are very thin and the threading is rough on mine. Where do you guys stand on their build quality? Maybe I shouldn't judge the whole company by one model, but it does leave an impression.

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I have the same one with a T6 and looking to buy another EagleTac. My threads are smooth and the thin walls are a non issue for me since I don't normally drop things or use my light as a hammer.
Try cleaning your threads with some rubbing alcohol and a lint free cloth then re-lubing.

Have a bunch, like them all. The D series is meant to be light and simple. Durable enough for its design. Unless you have the Ti version, which can be a bit gritty, the threads on mine have been fine. The other models are also much heavier.

Thanks for the replies koala3 and Vortus. Tried cleaning the threads, but seems to be a burring type problem...don't think they machined them cleanly. Glad your lights turn smoothly, I may have got the odd one. The thin walls do make it lighter and decrease the diameter some. It just doesn't inspire confidence durability wise. Overall, I'm happy with the light. Good to know their other models are built heavier, Vortus.

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Quasar77 said:

Thanks for the replies koala3 and Vortus. Tried cleaning the threads, but seems to be a burring type problem...don't think they machined them cleanly. Glad your lights turn smoothly, I may have got the odd one. The thin walls do make it lighter and decrease the diameter some. It just doesn't inspire confidence durability wise. Overall, I'm happy with the light. Good to know their other models are built heavier, Vortus.

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Simply return it telling the supplier your light is not of merchantable quality and you require a replacement or a refund,it is as simple as that.Like with anything new you should not need to try anything to improve it and you should expect it to be good straight out of the box.

mcnair55 said:

Simply return it telling the supplier your light is not of merchantable quality and you require a replacement or a refund,it is as simple as that.Like with anything new you should not need to try anything to improve it and you should expect it to be good straight out of the box.

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I agree with you in general, mcnair55...thanks for chiming in. In this case however, it's not that bad. I gave it a more thorough cleaning and lube, then exercised the head numerous times and it's better. Guess I'm used to my other lights with bigger and smoother square cut threads.

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I have 3 from the D series and love them all. Yes they are a bit thin walled, but I am sure this is the intent. Eagletac wanted to put out a very lightweight and compact EDC and the did it very well. Build quality in my opinion is great. Right up there with my other lights.

Very good company, i have the d25lc2 and it is very well made.

I will buy for sure some other lights from eagletac.

The threads are very rough on my light also. Try cleaning the threads and applying a bit of grease. Helped a TON. Mine are pretty smooth now.

Thanks PANGES.....yes, I found a good cleaning and lube did help quite a bit.

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Glad it helped! They're quite dirty when you first receive it.