Long range M600 head from Malkoff Devices

[Tokarev]

Here's something new from Malkoff. It looks like it rivals the Modlite OKW in performance specs:

https://malkoffdevices.com/products/..._source=seguno

Nice thing is it'll work with an existing scout body. I might have to pick one up.

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[1168]

Looks like there are two new models:

E2XT 3.4-6
https://malkoffdevices.com/products/...xt-3-4-6-volts
55k Lux@1m
500 Lumens
CR123 or 16650
Runs 45-60m on 16650

E2XTD 3.4-4.2
https://malkoffdevices.com/products/...-3-4-4-2-volts
70k Lux@1m
650 Lumens
18650 or 16650
On the 16650 it runs 10-15m at full power and another 10-15 with a power reduction

Both are 1.25” diameter vs the previous models’ 1” diameter

Not sure which of these I’ll buy. I’ll be watching this thread for comparison discussion by our more knowledgeable flashlight enthusiasts.

Edit: the website mentions something about needing the right tailcaps to get full power. Can somebody educate me on this? I use a Surefire remote switch, currently; would that limit my output? I know Unity and Modlight sell switches that are supposed to perform better somehow, but I haven’t used them yet.

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[Canonshooter]

I ordered the direct-drive (70k candela) version myself for the light below;




The McClicky switch can handle this head without issue (can handle 5+ amps), but I'm not sure about the SF tailcaps and switches. That said, they'd probably be fine with the regulated 55k candela version. The light above uses a Lumens Factory tailcap that is equipped with a genuine McClicky I modified for momentary-only operation.

[NoveskeFan]

I ordered the direct-drive (70k candela) version myself for the light below;




The McClicky switch can handle this head without issue (can handle 5+ amps), but I'm not sure about the SF tailcaps and switches. That said, they'd probably be fine with the regulated 55k candela version. The light above uses a Lumens Factory tailcap that is equipped with a genuine McClicky I modified for momentary-only operation.

What battery are you using in this? 16650?

[Canonshooter]

What battery are you using in this? 16650?

Yes, Keeppower 16650 2500mAh.

[NoveskeFan]

Yes, Keeppower 16650 2500mAh.

Thanks. I have an old L4 that could use an update and this looks like a great option. Already have some 16650’s from my Arisaka 600’s.

[Tokarev]

Edit: the website mentions something about needing the right tailcaps to get full power. Can somebody educate me on this? I use a Surefire remote switch, currently; would that limit my output? I know Unity and Modlight sell switches that are supposed to perform better somehow, but I haven’t used them yet.

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More research is needed on my part but I believe the stock ST07 tape switch will not provide full output with the direct drive head.


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[Tokarev]

Here's a new Malkoff E2XT on an old Surefire M951 body. I'm using a Malkoff MH90 adapter between the two.

This gives me a flashlight that rivals pretty much anything out there without having to buy a body. Granted the bodies aren't too expensive from places like Arisaka or IWC. But with a new body I'd also need a new end cap so add $85 on top of that.



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[Tokarev]

Just to update this thread.

I screwed a Malkoff E2XT head onto a Scout 600 body with DS tail cap and weighed the assembly.



For reference I did the same thing with a legacy Surefire body and tail cap. The Malkoff head is attached via Malkoff's thread adapter.

[mrbieler]

Getting that big shock proof head off the old 951 saves fair bit of weight. I have an old 660 that weighs in at 6.4 ounces/7.1 with batteries. I have a nice LED drop in that keeps it very viable as a weapon light, but it's still pretty porky compared to that M600.