SureFire E2D LED Defender Flashlight Max-200 Lumens E2DL-BK
From SureFire
Compact (pocket sized), dual-output LED flashlight designed for self-defense and personal protection. The E2D LED Defender® features a solid-state, two-stage light emitting diode that generates six times the output of a typical two-D-cell flashlight at its high setting and five lumens of useful light (enough to read a map or negotiate a dark path) on low. And should 200 lumens of blinding light not be enough to convince an aggressor to back off, the E2DL's crenellated Strike Bezel® and scalloped tailcap provide two sets of hard-anodized aluminum "teeth" as a last line of defense. Two useful output levels, a long runtime, a hard-anodized durable exterior, compact size, and enhanced personal protection capabilities make this flashlight a great everyday-carry option. Especially for those looking for a self-defense light with a bit more of a bite.
Amazon Sales Rank: #253 in Automotive Brand: SureFire E2D LED 200 Lumens Model: SureFire E2DL-BK 200 Lumens
Terrific Light, as usual, from Surefire If you are new to high-powered flashlights, Surefire is the benchmark. This ain't no Maglite. Made in USA, lifetime warranty with incredible customer service, unequaled build quality, and state of the art LED's. This light has two beams. One click gives you a very focused beam with amazing power - 120 Lumens. Click again and the lower powered beam is still plenty strong and will probably be what you use more often. I really recommend the dual stage version of this model. It's great to have a high powered beam when you need it, but walking the dog or searching for something in a tent doesn't need 120 lumens - 5 is fine. Battery life is great. If spending this much money on a flashlight seems absurd, there are other options at your disposal that are just as strong, but are made in China and don't come with the same warranty. These include Fenix - I bought a P30D on Amazon for 65 dollars for a friend. That Fenix light doesn't have the same build quality as my Surefires, but has a similar beam and I would rate light output somewhere between my L5 (100 Lumen) and this E2DL (120 Lumen). I would go with Surefire any day for the peace of mind that if I drop it in a river, it's going to work just fine (waterproof to "33 feet" - at least), and the knowledge that it was made in the States. Also, beware of LUMEN hype. Other manufacturers- such as Fenix- make claims about light output that I have found to be around double of what Surefire rates. So a 220 lumen Fenix P30D seems to my eye to be around a 110 lumen Surefire. I didn't test scientifically but I trust my eyes and it was definitely weaker than this 120 Lumen E2DL. Surefire is extremely conservative about their claims, which is in line with their stellar reputation. Also, make sure whatever flashlight you're buying is equipped with the latest LED's, as technology is changing quickly and an updated light may have significantly better battery life than previous LED models. Call or e-mail Surefire and ask- they will be straight with you. As of January '09, this particular light has the latest CREE LED and is definitely state of the art. Also sorry Amazon, but Batteryjunction.com ships Surefires for free with a bunch of free extra batteries. Enjoy! Awesome LED illumination This has become my second Surefire flashlight in 13 years. Ironically, Surefire seems to make such a dependable, durable, and well-designed piece of equipment that I can not be the frequent customer I should be. Prior to this I owned a 9N flashlight, but the bulb assembly finally broke and can not be replaced. Enter the E2D LED. I was first impressed with the smallness of this flashlight. It fits very nicely into my hand, and equally so in a pocket. It feels very light. The double-tap activation switch works well, and I believe it to be a great bit of practical design. I do not miss the "twist" type of activation switch from my previous Surefire. Switching from High to Low power on the E2D LED does take a bit of practice, but once you get your timing down, it's not a consideration. The full-power brightness of this light is awe-inspiring. I still feel almost blinded when initially firing this light up. I sometimes squint to overcome it. Seriously. The lower lumen setting is more than adequate for most night-work, but I can see the effect of shining the full-power light into someone's eyes. The light cast by this flashlight is smooth, even, and far-reaching. The ruggedness of the flashlight is good. The lens is well protected and sturdy, and the light has yet to fail due to mechanical defect. I've had it for roughly 6 months now, and it has become an almost daily-use tool. Incidentally, I am still on the first set of batteries. My only gripe with the flashlight is that the tail-cap prevents "flat-thumbing" the activation switch. It's hard to describe, but you have to almost reach your thumb over the tail cap wall, and point inwards ever so slightly to activate the switch. For momentary activation it's no problem, but to click the light on permanently takes some finesse. This is by no means a problem overall, but I figure I have to find some flaws, right? In the end, this flashlight is well worth the initial high cost. If it lasts the 13 years that my 9N did, I will consider the cost to be a steal, actually. The powerful brightness of the flashlight, the ergonomic feel, and the fact that it has an incredibly technical (almost Star Wars) like look makes this the best flashlight I've owned. This is one mean piece of equipment, and will surely last through some high abuse. A terrific carry light! I have several Surefire flashlights including the incandescent E2D Defender, the U2 Ultra, G3 and M6. This new LED model is only a little bigger than the incandescent version, but it's twice as bright, and it has a low power setting, too. It has great throw and a nice spill beam. This will be my carry light of choice.
