Surefire Flashlights

Mike682
Mike682 Posts: 2,074
edited May 2011 in The Clubhouse
I have two Surefire lights, a black G2 and a black 6P Defender. Excellent build quality along with a nice output for their sizes. I also bought an LED drop-in assembly and can convert either light to an LED. While I love the runtime of the LEDs, I like the color rendition of incandescent bulbs better.

Anyone else collect/use 'em?
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited August 2008
    my father has two of them and loves them. Took them to iraq with him.
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  • Demiurge
    Demiurge Posts: 10,874
    edited August 2008
    Too bad that won't mount to the rail on my XD without duct tape, I'd have bought'em. :o
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  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited August 2008
    Demiurge wrote: »
    Too bad that won't mount to the rail on my XD without duct tape, I'd have bought'em. :o

    Would this:
    http://www.surefire.com/maxexp/main/co_disp/displ/prrfnbr/24462/sesent/00/X300-LED-WeaponLight
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  • audiobliss
    audiobliss Posts: 12,518
    edited August 2008
    I'm not very big on flashlights, but Dad sells Streamlights, and I've been thoroughly impressed every time I've used one.

    The Stinger is what I'd really like. Very small and campact, seems rugged enough, rechargeable and includes a car charger in addition to the house charger, and incredible output.
    http://www.streamlight.com/product/class.aspx?cid=2

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  • zingo
    zingo Posts: 11,258
    edited August 2008
    Sorry boys, but I have to go with Pelican; specifically the 7060. It is the best flashlight I have ever used and I have no complaints with it. Dual switches, LED for long battery and bulb life and 130 Lumen output, comes with holster and recharge base, and is very light weight.

    http://www.pelican.com/lights_detail.php?recordID=7060

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  • MikeC78
    MikeC78 Posts: 2,315
    edited August 2008
    I love my Surefire(s). I have one mounted on the rail of my M4, and have a remote thumb switch on the handgrip. Works awesome for clearing rooms... I use the Z2 combatlight with a blue lens diffuser to look for explosives, wouldn't use anything less when my life is dependant on it.
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  • Demiurge
    Demiurge Posts: 10,874
    edited August 2008
    Mike682 wrote: »
    Would this:
    http://www.surefire.com/maxexp/main/co_disp/displ/prrfnbr/24462/sesent/00/X300-LED-WeaponLight

    Yep, I have 2 of those. ;)
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  • I-SIG
    I-SIG Posts: 2,240
    edited August 2008
    Let's see...I have a D3 w/ 200 lumen lamp, and C2 w/ M60 Malkoff Device, 6PLED, L4, and E1 w/ LED conversion. I've had a G2 in the past.

    My C2 and L4 are my everyday carry lights. I have the D3 mounted to my CAR15. The 6PLED stays by the bed. The E1 is for general use around the house.

    Is the Pelican plastic? If so I'd like to see you try to beat the tar out of someone with it!

    A cheaper alternative for general use would be the LED Lensers from Coastal Cutlery. They have them at the Sportsman Warehouse. Not duty level, but very nice LED lights. I have a couple of those as well.

    I'm interested to get my hands on a Fenix light as well.

    Wes
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  • MikeC78
    MikeC78 Posts: 2,315
    edited August 2008
    Streamlight isn't bad, they are just too big and bulky. They are not as tactical as a Surefire, they are more of something that a cop would mount inside his vic.

    Pelican? The only ones I've seen were a big hunk of rubberized plastic garbage, a flashlight I'd buy for my 12yr/old maybe.
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  • John in MA
    John in MA Posts: 1,010
    edited August 2008
    CPF member ABTOMAT here. I love Surefire flashlights, although I've sold most of mine since they don't always fit into my use patterns. I've had:

    E1
    G2
    6P
    6R running a P91 with three 123s on a spacer
    9P
    M6 with HOLA

    I still use the E1. The others I ended up using as trade bait because I already had a Streamlight Scorpion that I didn't mind losing or damaging in use. The M6 was an absolute blast, but I also sold it because a $300 flashlight that uses $12 in batteries per hour is hard to stomach. It was replaced with a Magcharger police model with a 1160 bulb. As bright as the M6 but with more throw and no battery costs.

    I also have over 80 vintage police flashlights in my collection.
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  • jon s
    jon s Posts: 905
    edited August 2008
    you guys should look at the Electrolumens flashlights... they are custom made and uber-bright... his newest one is the shade-slayer, using seven hi-powered LEDs.. output is 1400 lumens...

    ShadeSlayer-7.1.jpg

    or the Wall-of-Fire... 3,000 lumens

    WOF-4xP7-4x27mm.1.jpg

    :eek:
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  • ttomp
    ttomp Posts: 181
    edited August 2008
    G2
    E2D
    6P
    M3
    M3t
    X300
    M961XM07
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  • MikeC78
    MikeC78 Posts: 2,315
    edited August 2008
    The 6P and the G2 seem to be the best bang for the buck. Depending if you want one rubberized or anodized.
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  • John in MA
    John in MA Posts: 1,010
    edited August 2008
    The G2 isn't rubberized, it's a molded plastic body with some metal strips for conductors. They're OK but I didn't like it.
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  • MikeC78
    MikeC78 Posts: 2,315
    edited August 2008
    Thanks for the correction, you're right... it is a molded plastic body. Yeah, I like the anodized aluminum bodies a lot more. The G2 is just a lot cheaper and can output the same lumens as the 6P.
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  • zingo
    zingo Posts: 11,258
    edited August 2008
    I-SIG wrote: »
    Is the Pelican plastic? If so I'd like to see you try to beat the tar out of someone with it!

    The handle of that Pelican is technically Xenoy resin, which in my research is a sweet product. The front half and light housing is milled aluminum. I find it very heavy-duty for not being full aluminum or steel.
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  • dkg999
    dkg999 Posts: 5,647
    edited August 2008
    I love Surefire flashlights! I used to have one on my M4 that I used for defending the farm here in IA. My good friend who is retired special forces took it off and threw it away when he saw me with it. His comment was "tracers work both ways and so do flashlights!".
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  • polrbehr
    polrbehr Posts: 2,830
    edited August 2008
    I would also throw a couple of offerings from S&W into the ring...

    I own a small, yet very bright (95 lumen) Tactical flashlight which goes nicely on the duty rig, and a 9X Galaxy, which is kept next to the bed. Not as bright as the Tactical (65 lumens), but has the benefit of 9 LEDs in addition to the xenon, saving battery life.

    BTW, they sell for $35.99 and $29.99, respectively, and both come with batteries, extra bulbs, and cordura cases. Not too shabby, IMO.

    http://www.powertechinc.com/delta/index.shtml
    http://www.powertechinc.com/galaxy/9x.shtml
    So, are you willing to put forth a little effort or are you happy sitting in your skeptical poo pile?


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  • ttomp
    ttomp Posts: 181
    edited August 2008
    dkg999 wrote: »
    I love Surefire flashlights! I used to have one on my M4 that I used for defending the farm here in IA. My good friend who is retired special forces took it off and threw it away when he saw me with it. His comment was "tracers work both ways and so do flashlights!".

    Wow I can't belive that he threw away a $250+ flashlight !!! what a waste, you could've sold it on ebay.
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited August 2008
    jon s wrote: »
    you guys should look at the Electrolumens flashlights... they are custom made and uber-bright... his newest one is the shade-slayer, using seven hi-powered LEDs.. output is 1400 lumens...

    ShadeSlayer-7.1.jpg

    or the Wall-of-Fire... 3,000 lumens

    WOF-4xP7-4x27mm.1.jpg

    :eek:

    Looks like a light saber
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  • zingo
    zingo Posts: 11,258
    edited August 2008
    ttomp wrote: »
    Wow I can't belive that he threw away a $250+ flashlight !!! what a waste, you could've sold it on ebay.

    I would assume that he didn't literally throw it away...
    Jake
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  • zingo
    zingo Posts: 11,258
    edited August 2008
    polrbehr wrote: »
    I would also throw a couple of offerings from S&W into the ring...

    I own a small, yet very bright (95 lumen) Tactical flashlight which goes nicely on the duty rig, and a 9X Galaxy, which is kept next to the bed. Not as bright as the Tactical (65 lumens), but has the benefit of 9 LEDs in addition to the xenon, saving battery life.

    BTW, they sell for $35.99 and $29.99, respectively, and both come with batteries, extra bulbs, and cordura cases. Not too shabby, IMO.

    http://www.powertechinc.com/delta/index.shtml
    http://www.powertechinc.com/galaxy/9x.shtml

    I had the Delta flashlight for a while, and I assume I still have it somewhere, but the problem with it is the batteries. Those little 3v Lithium-Ion batteries are ridiculously expensive and weren't worth it for me after a few rounds. I had to switch to something rechargeable, but if they offered a rechargeable version of it I would jump all over it.
    Jake
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  • dkg999
    dkg999 Posts: 5,647
    edited August 2008
    zingo wrote: »
    I would assume that he didn't literally throw it away...

    ding, ding, ding ......... we have a winner!
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  • I-SIG
    I-SIG Posts: 2,240
    edited August 2008
    dkg999 wrote: »
    I love Surefire flashlights! I used to have one on my M4 that I used for defending the farm here in IA. My good friend who is retired special forces took it off and threw it away when he saw me with it. His comment was "tracers work both ways and so do flashlights!".

    This is very true, however, you have to ask yourself what having a light is worth to you and your plan to defend your family.

    Remember:

    Mindset
    Tactics
    Skill
    Equipment

    Even some thumbless monkey with a Glop can get the jump on you with the right mindset and tactics. What are you gonna do about it to ensure your girlfriend isn't raped and hacked to death?

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  • rs.led
    rs.led Posts: 1
    edited March 2009
    I think this kind of flashlight is A cheaper another for accepted use would be the LED Lensers from Coastal Cutlery. They accept them at the Sportsman Warehouse. Not assignment level, but actual nice LED lights. I accept a brace of those as well. But it is standard flashlight that makes...Flashlight z!!!
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  • Polkersince85
    Polkersince85 Posts: 2,883
    edited March 2009
    The muzzle flash on my Saiga 12 provides enough light for me. Brief but effective.
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  • Hobbyguy
    Hobbyguy Posts: 317
    edited March 2009
    I like my Fenix P3D and my Romisen RC-T5
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  • flashdix
    flashdix Posts: 1
    edited April 2009
    That is impressive one performance of that flashlight guys...



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  • edbert
    edbert Posts: 1,041
    edited April 2009
    Sure Fire flashlight!!!! Check this one out. My brother-in-law thought these would be good stocking stuffers.
    I know just enough to be dangerous, but don't tell my wife, she thinks I'm a genius. :D

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  • CRESCENDOPOWER
    CRESCENDOPOWER Posts: 153
    edited April 2009
    edbert wrote: »
    Sure Fire flashlight!!!! Check this one out. My brother-in-law thought these would be good stocking stuffers.

    That’s what the dude in the dog thread needed.:p
    Buy Polk ****!:D

    http://www.soundandvisionmag.com/assets/image/12222003154728.jpg
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