I have not seen the M2 reviewed here so here is a copy of my review from W*buys as I think it is a gem!
Quality torch at a very good price
I bought this about a week ago to replace a Fandyfire V6-T60 which has served me well at work (refrigeration service engineer) for about 2 years. The Fandyfire has about half its anodizing rubbed off due to being kept in my pockets with tools and bolts etc. and gets dropped at least once a week while getting a lot of use. The M2 is still as good as new so the anodizing must be pretty tough. I also have a Fenix PD35 for out of work use which I will also use for comparison.
Good Points
Quality machining and anodizing - the threads felt good even without any lubrication.
Brighter than the PD35 although the hotspot is a bit smaller. Fenix quote 850 lumens for the PD35 and they are normally quite accurate unlike almost all cheap torches that are nearer half what they claim. So 800 lumens is pretty accurate. The Fandyfire is about half as bright and totally outclassed.
It comes with 2 bezels - I have enough things damaging my pockets so the flat bezel is my choice.
Tailstands well - the clicky rubber is not proud at all.
2 sets of modes with memory - no flashing for me but there if I need them.
The tint is whiter compared to the PD35 which looks quite green when seen together.
It looks and feels great.
Bad Points
The metal around the bezel is very thin. The Fandyfire has the same problem and the end broke off after a fall, hence the new torch. It is now held together with insulation tape to stop the lens and reflector falling out. The M2 is slightly thicker and a larger diameter so should be strong enough.
It is a fair bit larger than the other 2 but easily fits in my work trousers pockets - jeens pockets would be a tight fit though.
I have just had to tighten the ring holding the clicky in which unscrewed with the tail cap. The Fandyfire did the same thing and has not been a problem since being tightened.
As there is not any knurling it can be slippery but the fins on the head make it easy to pull out of pockets.
Summary
A great looking quality torch which is as bright as they claim and at a third of the price of the Fenix PD35 you can't go wrong.
Quality torch at a very good price
I bought this about a week ago to replace a Fandyfire V6-T60 which has served me well at work (refrigeration service engineer) for about 2 years. The Fandyfire has about half its anodizing rubbed off due to being kept in my pockets with tools and bolts etc. and gets dropped at least once a week while getting a lot of use. The M2 is still as good as new so the anodizing must be pretty tough. I also have a Fenix PD35 for out of work use which I will also use for comparison.
Good Points
Quality machining and anodizing - the threads felt good even without any lubrication.
Brighter than the PD35 although the hotspot is a bit smaller. Fenix quote 850 lumens for the PD35 and they are normally quite accurate unlike almost all cheap torches that are nearer half what they claim. So 800 lumens is pretty accurate. The Fandyfire is about half as bright and totally outclassed.
It comes with 2 bezels - I have enough things damaging my pockets so the flat bezel is my choice.
Tailstands well - the clicky rubber is not proud at all.
2 sets of modes with memory - no flashing for me but there if I need them.
The tint is whiter compared to the PD35 which looks quite green when seen together.
It looks and feels great.
Bad Points
The metal around the bezel is very thin. The Fandyfire has the same problem and the end broke off after a fall, hence the new torch. It is now held together with insulation tape to stop the lens and reflector falling out. The M2 is slightly thicker and a larger diameter so should be strong enough.
It is a fair bit larger than the other 2 but easily fits in my work trousers pockets - jeens pockets would be a tight fit though.
I have just had to tighten the ring holding the clicky in which unscrewed with the tail cap. The Fandyfire did the same thing and has not been a problem since being tightened.
As there is not any knurling it can be slippery but the fins on the head make it easy to pull out of pockets.
Summary
A great looking quality torch which is as bright as they claim and at a third of the price of the Fenix PD35 you can't go wrong.
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