Surefire LX2 LumaMax?

[rob_s]

Anyone have any experience with these? I can't find much about them. Looks like it's 15/200 with the tailcap that goes from low to high by increasing pressure on it, which is exactly what I want. Not sure I want the high to be 200, but I do think I'd maybe like more than the 65 of the L1 LumaMax.

[Vic303]

Not quite released for general sales. It will have the TIR optic, new body styling, and supposedly better output. However there has been quite a discussion on CPF and other flashlight sites about whether SF has finally decided to fudge their lumen outputs. There is no concerted opinion on this yet, as none of the flashaholics have gotten the lights to subject to independent testing.

The TIR optic will likely mean that the LX2 will not have the floody beam of the original L2, so you will be dealing with better throw for the sacrifice of the ability to light an entire room at one push of the button...

Also SF is going to release this summer, the LX1 as an upgrade/replacement for the L1.

BTW the older L2 is the same type of 'increasing pressure two stage ' switch. I have one. I understand why SF uses it--it suits their .gov/.mil enduser, but I don't care for it. I never seem to get the level I am wanting. Here are the specs on the older style L2. It is probably what you want.

Specifications for Sure Fire L2 Luma Max Pocket Flashlights w/ White LED, OD Hard Finish:

Max Output: 15 lumens/100 lumens
Low/High Settings
Runtime: 18 hours/60 minutes
Low/High Selections
Length: 6.10 Inches
Weight: 4.20 Ounces
Battery: Two 123A Lithium


SF also made some with colored LED's (red I have seen, and there may have been a green but I am not certain on that.)

Rob, if you think you might want an L2, let me know via PM, as I am considering parting with mine.

[Paulinski]

I'm also interested in the LX2.

LAPolice gear has the LX2 at decent pricing.

[RD62]

I have an original L2. I bought it when I was with the Sheriff's Dept. I liked the dual output and still do. I could use the low setting for general admin, vehicle searches, building searches, etc. and it didn't destroy my night vision so badly and allowed for long battery life, and if needed I could instantly switch to the higher output just by simply pushing the tailcap harder. I found it perfect. It is still my carry light. I have various G2's, but this is the one that goes in my pocket.

It is a bit longer than some other offerings, but I don't find it a hinderance. If they offer the new head as an upgrade I might do that. But won't be looking to replace it anytime soon.

Your intended uses may be different, but I still find it as effective and useful as a civie as I did as a LEO.

-RD62

[Vic303]

I have an original L2. ...

It is a bit longer than some other offerings, but I don't find it a hinderance. If they offer the new head as an upgrade I might do that. But won't be looking to replace it anytime soon.

-RD62

According to the SF rep I spoke to this week, one reason the L2 became the redheaded stepchild of the SF line, is the regulation circuit is in the body of the light, not the head. So it will not accept the other (KX2) head.

It's too long for the aftermarket sheathmakers, and it's all flood and minimal throw (in a world where most end users seem to be demanding throw).

Yeah, I admit it, I'm a bit of a flashaholic...

[FromMyColdDeadHand]

So, are there just two levels, or ones inbetween?

You press the button a little bit and you get 15, a little more an it goes to 200? I assume at each level if you back off, it goes off? If you depress it all the way, it goes to 200 and stays on, or is contstant only available with twisting?

[CLHC]

Not quite released for general sales.

http://www.cpfmarketplace.com/mp/sho...d.php?t=196612

Looks like according to that link, said product will be available Friday June 26 2009.

[RD62]

Again for my purposes it was GTG. I also carried a G2 with a P61 lamp just in case.

My purposes were for vehicle searches, car stops, building clearing,general admin, etc. I didn't need something for use with a pistol or inside a car with that kind of throw. If your use is different it may not work as well.

Bummer on the lamp. But it's working fine, so I think I'll live. Also gives me a reason to tell the wife I need another light! They think I'm nuts to have so many already.

You press partially and get the 15 lumens, harder for the higher output, back off a little and it'll drop back to 15, release the button and it's off. No Clickie. Gotta twist it. At least that's how it is on the original L2.

-RD62

[FromMyColdDeadHand]

Bummer on the lamp. But it's working fine, so I think I'll live. Also gives me a reason to tell the wife I need another light! They think I'm nuts to have so many already.

-RD62

My wife has no understanding for my need for flashlights. I assume it was the same way when cave men argued over tar vs animal fat for their torches. It is bad when I open a drawer and not only find Surefire bulbs I didn't know I had, but I can't remember why I got them.

[toasterlocker]

Anyone have any experience with these? I can't find much about them. Looks like it's 15/200 with the tailcap that goes from low to high by increasing pressure on it, which is exactly what I want. Not sure I want the high to be 200, but I do think I'd maybe like more than the 65 of the L1 LumaMax.

I was actually thinking of sending a PM to you when I heard it was going to be available. It is nice to see Surefire is actually releasing a product that they have been advertising.

I really do like that switch. Now that Surefire is actually releasing a reasonably powerful light with a switch like that, I may get one without replacing the lamp immediately afterward.

Do you think the 200 would be too high? My Malkoff M60 puts out a reported 235 and it has never seemed like "too much," even indoors. And for any outdoor work, I really wouldn't want less than that. Plus, that optic really helps for throw, making it a good outdoor light. If outdoor isn't an issue for you though, you would be better off with a different light, like a 6P/G2 (or clone) with a Malkoff flood optic.