A revolution has occurred in tactical lighting products. If you thought or still think the Maglite is the best flashlight made, or even a SureFire, Blackhawk, or Pentagon light (all good but way $$$), you are way behind the times dude. Things have changed: there some amazingly high-value, high quality flashlights in nowadays that could re-define what you think a flashlight can do. And this revolution will probably continue to evolve and improve as time goes on. These days lighting technology is akin to computer technology, with new generations quickly outpacing and obsolescing older technology. But fret not and dont think you have to wait for even better lights. Thats because right now the Fenix brand is producing amazingly capable lights for around $50. How about a 2 AA powered flashlight to puts out 180 lumens?! Nowadays the Fenix company is offering overseas-produced, ultra-high quality CREE-brand LED lights with amazing output and duration. Moreover these lights are digitally regulated to ensure consistent output despite a varying output battery, theyre lightweight, waterproof, tough, and have a host various output modes. In the Fenix L2DQ5 and the P3DQ models, you can select from multiple brightness levels uses the rear mounted switch and a slight rotation of the bezels. A bright strobe mode is included (shown in the video). Also several useful accessories are available like the very useful light cone (also shown here). These are lifestyle changing lightsclick play an d watch as Nutnfancy demonstrates these two lights in the pitch black of his Tactical Clinic in the desert. ****Nutnfancys Likeability Scale: 10 out of 10. Look for Nutnfancys table top reviews of these excellent lights in the future which will include his Philosophy of Use (PoU). Lights purchased from Yourcornerstore.com (excellent source) for around $50 each.
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August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
ordering mine …
ordering mine tomorrow.can’t wait
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
Thanks for the …
Also, side note dont use the higher voltage rechargeables, shorts the light… and voids the warranty.
Thanks for the feedback. Actually I ended up picking up a P2D. Only one CR123 battery (which are actually cheaper online than buying AA’s from walmart) I just wanted an EDC so it fits the bill, although I’ve added one to my survival kit as well. Functions are flawless as is the beem. No complaints about this little light, Definately will pick up a 2 cell version for the truck
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
L2d is better trust …
L2d is better trust me. You will regret that decision as you will constantly have to feed it Cr123a’s. you can get ni-mh rechargable’s CHEAP at your local home depot or other hardware store. and you will SIGNIFICANTLY reduce your running costs.
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
The P3D runs on 1.5 …
The P3D runs on 1.5 volt CR123’s which means its a 3v light
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
the p3d is better …
the p3d is better than the L2d…. but the l2d uses AA batteries which u can get anywhere…. but the p3d uses some weird expensive camra batteries… and the p3d is only a little better that the l2d
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
i know you say the …
i know you say the l2d runs on 2 AA batteries but doesnt that mean thats light is running at 3v anyway? or does it stay at 1.5? cos i bought a pd30 and it says it uses 2 of the cr batteries so does that mean it’ll be running on 6v?
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
Just got my pd30 …
Just got my pd30 today. I’m in love!!!!! It’s lightweight, small, tough, and very bright. Gonna have to get the rechargable 123a batteries cause they are no doubt a little on the expensive side(Only drawback to the light). Also love the strobe mode. I would highly recommend this light to anyone.
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
if i was doing a …
if i was doing a review of a product i would at least use new batteries and not old ones out of the draw . mmmmm
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
I’ve been looking …
I’ve been looking for a good edc light, also for the truck, etc… definately going to order the p3d
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
It has a textured …
It has a textured reflector. I’ll post a vid of it if I get some spare time.
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
does it have a …
does it have a smooth or a OP reflector?
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
Got it off eBay.
Got it off eBay.
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
where did you get …
where did you get it for so cheap?
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
Just got my Fenix …
Just got my Fenix PD30, the new version of the P3D. $45 shipped to my door. I love the thing, need to get my hands on a diffuser now.
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
Another great …
Another great review.
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
thanks bro! I will …
thanks bro! I will be purchasing a fenix l2d! Couple this with my glock for SHTF
Thanks and great job.
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
omg you are in the …
omg you are in the desert alone plus u have a great flashlight two
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
oh ya, just ordered …
oh ya, just ordered it, from fenix,,55 bucks
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
Believe both the …
Believe both the L2D and LD20 are great lights. Almost identical performance with the LD20 being a hair better in test but so close that only a technical test will reveal difference. If not a flashaholic you might consider the L2D if a good discount.
Btw. Got two Fenix on their way – An LD20 and a PD20. The LD for “normal” use and the PD when going light – LOL. Having my eyes on LD10 (cause AA) and TK20 also. Yes, I Know i can get a LD10 body but IMHO the price diff where I live is ridiculous.
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
Make sure you buy …
Make sure you buy the Fenix LD20 or PD30. Those are the updated models of the Fenix L2D and the L3D. I just got the LD20 Q5 and it’s a great light. Perfect for traveling, around the house or as a car emergency light (traffic cone!). Between the LD20 and PD30, I guess it just depends on the battery ecosystem you maintain. I only have AA-battery stuff (computer mouse, keyboard, GPS etc.) so it made sense to get the LD20. Otherwise look at the PD30. Fenix combines great quality with a modest price.
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
Great video!
Great video!
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
now we can use the …
now we can use the weight we save with this light to carry a bigger knife! woot.
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
Great review thank …
Great review thank you very much, another item on my hikinggear-to-buy list. I like the AA-battery version as it uses the same batt.type other gear (GPS, camera,..) uses too. Like you said in another video; “best to have all electric gear use the same batteries for interchangeability..” That makes perfect sence, some great advice there thx.
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
i have the PD30… …
i have the PD30…its superb! who needs a TK11 wh less features?
August 30th, 2009 at 11:13 am
I just wanted to …
I just wanted to let you know that the blinking after high mode is SOS signal.