Nitrolon rules

I can see why they obsoleted Surefire 6P and such. Nitrolon such as G2x is lighter, seems more durable, does not turn into a icicle during winter, does not create sharp edges if you drop it on the pavement. It's very well made and sticks to the hand. It's the Glock of the lites. About the only downside is that most of them don't take the common 18650 cell but I can live with that since I already have a gazillion lites that do, and this one is relegated exclusively to the 123s (or 16650 if I must).

So I am sold on the concept. It has my official approval. Strangely G2x is the only "genuine" SF I have instead of Legos and I like it.

etc said:

I can see why they obsoleted Surefire 6P and such.

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LOL, what? The 6P is alive and well, as are numerous aluminum bodied Surefires. Even the G2X has an aluminum head.

I agree that nitrolon is great - I have a G2-YL at home and I really enjoy taking it camping when it is cold outside.

Only downside I see to the plastic-only is trying to go high drain. Not so optimal thermal path. With moderate drive, it's no issue as well.

I rock a SF E series E2D with an Oveready head on a regular basis.

Nitrolon is like SF's beater budget light. Good stuff!

Good points. I suppose metal is here with us to stay.

I was initially surprised by how much I liked Nitrolon. The grip is outstanding and it really does feel solid. Good stuff indeed.

more_vampires said:

Only downside I see to the plastic-only is trying to go high drain. Not so optimal thermal path. With moderate drive, it's no issue as well.

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Agreed. This is why my G2 houses a M61LLL 219A drop in. I never have to worry about heat! If I ever need a "throwier" package, I reinstall the P60 LA :devil:

Well the G2x runs at 320 lumens in the high mode and apparently they think it's OK to put that kind of lumens in there. I haven't run it in that mode very much to confirm it's OK.

If your max tailcap current is 2amps-ish, shouldn't be a problem AFAIK. It'll only get better as efficiency of emitters goes up.

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Well the G2x runs at 320 lumens in the high mode and apparently they think it's OK to put that kind of lumens in there. I haven't run it in that mode very much to confirm it's OK.

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The G2X has an aluminum head which helps with heat dissipation. I'm referring to the original G2 which was 100% nitrolon, with the exception of the sleeve inside the body.

got it

G2X pro reported to be on sale at Walmart, perhaps as low as $35. Going to check my local tonight.
http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?406552-Surefire-G2X-Pro-clearance-at-Walmart

I have always had a special spot in my heart for Nitrolon, as my first light as an early G2, before the lockout tailcap. I now have another G2, with a 400 lumen triple mode Nichia 219B drop in running on an Efest 16650. As a friend used to say, "Works great, lasts long time!"

I'm with you Tim - the G2 was the first "serious" light I bought. I mounted it on a rifle and after a few sets of primaries, bought a Chinese made Cree LED based drop in. This was before I knew better :devil: Then a friend of mine gave me the 6P off his rifle as a thank you for helping him sell it, and thus began my obsession with quality lights.

That G2 served faithfully for years, and I considered it a bargain at $35 from my local Bass Pro Shops. Eventually I dropped the coin on a Scout Light, and sold the G2 somewhere along the way. As a matter of fact, a stock G2 would work just as well as a weaponlight today as it did 10 years ago.

You know, I think I'll dig my G2-YL out of the closet and give it some use for old time's sake.

I love them too!
My recent favorite is the G3 I made to run on 2AA with some rolled bills as reducing sleeves to take up the slack.
Sort of a Survival Light!

AVService said:

I love them too!
My recent favorite is the G3 I made to run on 2AA with some rolled bills as reducing sleeves to take up the slack.
Sort of a Survival Light!

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Yeah, another one to try is M61LLL Malkoff module. The runtime is great on 2xAA.

You will get very bright if you use Lithiums and dimmer, but longer on Alkalines.

etc said:

Yeah, another one to try is M61LLL Malkoff module. The runtime is great on 2xAA.

You will get very bright if you use Lithiums and dimmer, but longer on Alkalines.

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I already have an LL in that one and a G2 with an LLL so I know what you mean.

I also have a Nailbender warm drop-in that I keep trying but is in a Solarforce 2aa host right now.
I like the Nitrolon feel the best overall I think.

AVService said:

I love them too!
My recent favorite is the G3 I made to run on 2AA with some rolled bills as reducing sleeves to take up the slack.
Sort of a Survival Light!

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Please tell me you used $100s.. because you deserve a beer haha

Hmmm....$100s bills in a G2 that seems like a good hiding place [emoji12]

It's a pity Surefire doesn't license Nitrolon to other companies.

I wouldn't mind a Nitrolon HDS.

Aluminum gets pretty cold in the wintertime.

Yep I like them too, nice for the car (as backup light)

G2-YL, aluminum head, clicky installed
Black with clicky installed
Camo (Realtree) - only one I saw come up so I paid big time for it....

Great grip in the wet. But I generally reach for OR Moddoolar.....