I only learned of this light's existence a few days ago and it instantly grabbed my attention. To me, the SRT6/SRT7 output level and ring-type user interface were reminiscent of the Surefire UB3T, a light I previously owned and loved, but sold. The large size of the UB3T prevented it from being pocketable, and if I can't fit a light in my pocket, I'll rarely have access to it and therefore rarely use it.
Could the SRT6 fill the same role for me, but in a pocketable package? I had to know the answer and immediately ordered it, and I proceeded to pour over Selfbuilt's review of the SRT7 for 2 days in delicious anticipation of the SRT6. I only excluded the SRT7 from consideration because I don't need the multi-color capability.
I received my Nitecore SRT6 today and I took it out for its initial trial with 2xCR123 in a basic nighttime walk around the neighborhood. I am not disappointed. Quality feel, dead simple user interface, great beam with plenty of throw and decent spill, no tint and BRIGHT. I no longer have possession of the UB3T so I can't do a direct comparison, but by my recollection the UB3T had longer throw due to its tightly focused hotspot. It was so tight, I searched for the out-of-production FM24 diffuser and bought one to accompany the light out of necessity. The SRT6 is a mixture of throw and spill; no diffuser is required but it therefore doesn't have the long distance laser beam hotspot of the Surefire. It still illuminated a treeline 200 yards away, which is adequate for my purposes.
I'm not qualified to comment on the technical differences between the two lights (TIR/fresnel vs reflector, 3 vs 2 cells, LED types, etc) and how they impact performance (runtimes, throw, output profiles, etc). However, the SRT6 provides me with the functionality I sought in the UB3T (throwy, high output, versatile settings, easy UI) but in a significantly scaled down package (2xCR123, 34 mm head, shorter length) that I can easily fit in my pocket.
I was excited about the specs on paper, and now that it's in my hand I'm even more psyched to use it. I may finally have a reason to graduate from primary cells to lithium ion. Hopefully this light will turn out to be a reliable, durable product I can depend on for years to come, and hopefully this will be a product line with longevity that evolves with even better emitter technology in coming years.
Could the SRT6 fill the same role for me, but in a pocketable package? I had to know the answer and immediately ordered it, and I proceeded to pour over Selfbuilt's review of the SRT7 for 2 days in delicious anticipation of the SRT6. I only excluded the SRT7 from consideration because I don't need the multi-color capability.
I received my Nitecore SRT6 today and I took it out for its initial trial with 2xCR123 in a basic nighttime walk around the neighborhood. I am not disappointed. Quality feel, dead simple user interface, great beam with plenty of throw and decent spill, no tint and BRIGHT. I no longer have possession of the UB3T so I can't do a direct comparison, but by my recollection the UB3T had longer throw due to its tightly focused hotspot. It was so tight, I searched for the out-of-production FM24 diffuser and bought one to accompany the light out of necessity. The SRT6 is a mixture of throw and spill; no diffuser is required but it therefore doesn't have the long distance laser beam hotspot of the Surefire. It still illuminated a treeline 200 yards away, which is adequate for my purposes.
I'm not qualified to comment on the technical differences between the two lights (TIR/fresnel vs reflector, 3 vs 2 cells, LED types, etc) and how they impact performance (runtimes, throw, output profiles, etc). However, the SRT6 provides me with the functionality I sought in the UB3T (throwy, high output, versatile settings, easy UI) but in a significantly scaled down package (2xCR123, 34 mm head, shorter length) that I can easily fit in my pocket.
I was excited about the specs on paper, and now that it's in my hand I'm even more psyched to use it. I may finally have a reason to graduate from primary cells to lithium ion. Hopefully this light will turn out to be a reliable, durable product I can depend on for years to come, and hopefully this will be a product line with longevity that evolves with even better emitter technology in coming years.
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. It's a little expensive, but what the heck, my birthday's right 'round the corner. Cheers !
