Armytek Dobermann (XP-L HI) review, anyone? Where are reviews on Armytek lights?

I couldn't find any good review on Armytek Dobermann using advanced search or Google. I'm especially interested in XP-L HI version. Does anyone know a detailed review on this flashlight?

I read through the thread started by Armytek on Dobermann but it left some questions unanswered. There has been different versions of Dobermann and I'm wondering if there's different versions of XP-L HI model too. There's some contradiction between the information on Armytek's site and what they write in the thread (e.g. high temperature indication). I wonder if I will be able to disable/enable the strobe too.

I haven't been able to find reviews on other Armytek models (including Predator v3, Viking v3 etc.) either after 2013. Why haven't Armytek's lights been reviewed?

I'd wait for a newer version to come out. I haven't had any luck with the hi versions, returned a doberman and baracuda hi because of malfunctions. Other people have stories too on the at forum on this site.

Just placed an order on a PP LE XP-L Hi. Hope it's not a widespread problem and it was just on the first batches. Very surprised I do not see more reviews of these lights in here.

Jose Marin said:

I'd wait for a newer version to come out. I haven't had any luck with the hi versions, returned a doberman and baracuda hi because of malfunctions. Other people have stories too on the at forum on this site.

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What was the malfunction you had in Dobermann?

I could always order and return it in 2 weeks if I'm not satisfied. I just wouldn't like to waste two trips to post office if I got a bad batch. So I wonder if there's many different batches of XP-L HI model too. I'm asking this because there's a Finnish company that's selling it with a discount that seems to be the best offer I can get in EU.

my DP HI functions perfectly. Had it months now. It throws like crazy. Ive got the ET T25C2 HI and the DP HI smokes it. It has a hexagonal beam profile due to the tall bezel which takes a bit of getting used to. As far as I know there is only one DP HI could be wrong. I have never seen another light the DP HI's size throw like it does.

D6859 said:

What was the malfunction you had in dobermann?

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Flickering and couldn't disable strobe. Also just didn't seem that bright and throwy compared to my other lights in similar size. Bored surefire 6p with vinh modules filled that void. Similar size, much better options

true. I follow all Armytek threads here and on other light forums. It seems that AT has next to no quality control. I also have the PP LE HI which also works perfectly I consider myself very fortunate. AT has said they test their lights before they leave the factory which just cannot be true Ive read report after report of the new gen AT's malfunctioning right out of the box. Fortunately I have no issues disabling strobe and firefly 1 and enabling them again on my copies. I just ordered the Viking Pro so we will see if I can go 3 for 3 properly functioning new gen AT's. OP if you are unsure about AT quality I dont blame you. The ET T25C2 HI is a hell of a runner up....

I've had AT Partner that worked well, but started to malfunction when I dropped it. The warranty covered it fortunately. My PP v2.5 works ok. No problems with my Tiara pro or Wizard pro either. So I guess I've been "lucky" 4/4 of the time. Maybe I'll try DP too.

after a bit of research there is a XML2 Dobermann, an XP-L HD and the HI

Maybe below links help with your questions if you don't mind language.

1. Armytek Predator v3 XB-H Cool White
http://fdna.tistory.com/entry/Armytek-Predator-v3-XBH

2. Armytek Predator v3 XP-L HI (Not Pro version.)
http://fdna.tistory.com/entry/Armytek-Predator-v3-XPL-HI-Limited-Edition

3. Armytek Doberman Pro XP-L HI
http://fdna.tistory.com/entry/Armytek-Doberman-Pro-XPL-HI-Limited-Edition

You can check out my thread for a quick review of my Predator Pro V3 XP-L HI just so you can get an idea. Very very impressed with the light thus far.
Armytek Predator Pro V3 XP-L Hi Quick Take
https://www.candlepowerforums.com/threads/414357

shrike2222 said:

3. Armytek Doberman Pro XP-L HI
http://fdna.tistory.com/entry/Armytek-Doberman-Pro-XPL-HI-Limited-Edition

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Thanks! Korea isn't my mother tongue, but I think I unsderstood most of the text when I translated it with Google.

I wish someone did lightbox measurements with the light to see if there's difference between HD and HI models.

I just might pick up this little powerhouse to go along with my PP. I am impressed by this company. I really like the fit and finish of these lights!!

Aldiggi said:

I just might pick up this little powerhouse to go along with my PP. I am impressed by this company. I really like the fit and finish of these lights!!

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I've had the flashlight in my shopping cart whole evening but I haven't hit the order button yet.

I ordered protected NCR18650B batteries for it from AliExpress already. But as I read the PP thread you've started, I began wondering if it needed unprotected. Could the current draw be to much for the protection circuit? I've tested same batteries in my PP v2.5 and Wizard etc., and they've worked just fine.

Edit. Just hit the order button for the flashlight too!

Ive read conflicting reports on how many amps the Pro and HI lights draw Ive read 2 amps and Ive read 4 amps. To be safe I use 3500mah 10amp GA's in my AT's exclusively. Im sure your 3400's should do just fine though. Since this is a Dobermann HI thread here is a basement white wall beam shot of the light

CelticCross74 said:

Ive read conflicting reports on how many amps the Pro and HI lights draw Ive read 2 amps and Ive read 4 amps. To be safe I use 3500mah 10amp GA's in my AT's exclusively. Im sure your 3400's should do just fine though. Since this is a Dobermann HI thread here is a basement white wall beam shot of the light

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Love the range of these lights. I went ahead and ordered the DP.

Thanks for the pic CelticCross74!

I'm afraid one of the biggest drawbacks of this light is the narrow 40 degree spill as in my PP v2.5. I noticed last fall it's not safe for your eyes to walk with the light in thick forrest. I think it makes a great combination with a headlamp though. On the other hand, you won't blind your company with the spill so easily.

Heh, I think I ordered the last DP they had. I got an email that my packet is sent and now I noticed DP's are out of stock. Of course, due to this now they put Predator Pro on sale on same price. Well, if I'm not satisfied with DP, I can ask them to send me PP

I just got the Viking Pro today and love it. So Im going 3 for 3 all of them work perfectly

CelticCross74 said:

I just got the Viking Pro today and love it. So Im going 3 for 3 all of them work perfectly

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You have a nice AT collection now.