Fenix TK10 flashlight?

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Gunfucius

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I was looking through Surefire's site, and I realized that Surefire didn't really have anything that I wanted that was within my price range. So, I decided to check out Fenix for the first time ever. I've heard a lot about Fenix, but never took them into consideration until today. Well, on their website, I came across a light that sounds promising, but being the careful shopper that I am, I thought it a good idea to see if anyone here had any experience with this light.

Here's the light:

https://www.fenix-store.com/product_info.php?cPath=22_85&products_id=518

My question is, does anyone here know if this light actually performs the way that Fenix says it does? It may just be because I'm behind the technology curve when it comes to flashlights, but 225 lumens for an hour and a half sounds way too good to be true, especially considering the light only costs about 80 bucks. I've been quite happy with my Surefire G2 and G3 so far, but I want a light that has the throw and power of the G3, while being about the same size as the G2. Oh yeah, and I want it all for under $90, as well. (Might as well throw in a winning lottery ticket while we're at it:rolleyes::D) Am I asking too much, or will this light fit my criteria?
 
I have a TK10 and it is not bad at all. Whether it puts out 225 is for someone with a calibrated integrating sphere (for measurement) but I can tell you it is quite a bit brighter than either the 6P or the 6PL (80 lumen LED). It seems certainly possible, and the light is not bad at all. It's not on par in build quality, to say... my 6P or C2 but it still seems fairly tough and the output is great.
 
Please checkout -

Fenix TK10 Comparison Review

Just to put this into context - the max rating for the Fenix TK10 is 225 lumens - the now legendary SureFire 9P a 3x lithium CR123 xenon light (once regarded as "riduculously" bright) is rated at 105 lumens - I compared the TK10's predecessor the Fenix T1 directly with the SureFire 9P and the T1 was significantly brighter.

Please see:

LED Flashlights

For a fuller discussion please see the thread over at CPF (CandlePowerForums.com)

Puny LED flashlights (Not!) + COLOR RENDITION Comparison

Hope that helps.

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I own a number of lights (there's an understatement) including about a dozen of the Fenix lights including the TK10. Not trying to dissuade you, but consider also the similar Olight Warrior here. Very similar light, but adds a strobe which I like. Just something to consider.

I have had good luck with fenix-store.com (free shipping) and batteryjunction.com on a number of light purchases.

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I agree on the Olight comment. I have 2 and they are quality lights at a reasonable price
 
The Fenix is a great light. The one claim they make that I dont believe is "throws beam over 200 meters". Dont get me wrong, its got good throw and is crazy bright but 200m throw is a real stretch.
 
powernoodle said:
Not trying to dissuade you, but consider also the similar Olight Warrior here. Very similar light, but adds a strobe which I like.
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+1 on the Olight M20 Warrior. It's a great larger light, for a good price. Crazy good thrower, and has the pocket clip oriented so the clicky's on top. I like that.
 
Thanks for the info, guys. I'm definitely going to pick one up from fenix-store in the near future.
 
My Magcharger is supposed to put out 175 lumen, but my Fenix TK10 puts out more light in comparison, so yes, 225 lumen are accurate enough for me, even if Fenix stretched it by 5-10 lumen... (I'm not saying that's the case)
 
I have a surefire E2DL rated at 120 lumens, and the Fenix TK10. The spot on the surefire is every bit as bright as the fenix, though the fenix has more ancillary light around the spot. The switch on the fenix is touchy, and the build quality on the fenix doesn't even come close to the surefire. The E2DL is also much slimmer and easier to carry. I like the fenix light output, but, based on the build quality as compared to the surefire, I will not be purchasing another one. The leatherman 3aaa led light sold at costco for $29.99 puts out 120 lumens, is compact, and has excellent build quality. It doesn't last as long as the surefire, but will run a respectable amt of time on the 3aaa batteries. only drawback is, It's stainless steel construction makes it a little heavy. Best bang for the buck in high output small led lights IMHO.
 
I recently acquired a TK11, which is similar to the TK10, but with a smooth reflector, allegedly to give it more "throw." It easily goes past 100m, but I've been anywhere where I have something to reflect light past 200m yet.

As soon as I find a decent carrier for my belt, it will be my primary "emergency" light, replacing a Surefire G2 with a drop-in LED module.

My utility light is now a Fenix TK20, which uses 2 AA batteries and produces 150 lumens according to the literature (no reason to doubt it). It will cast a focused beam well past 100m too.
 
has anyone had problems with the circutry of their fenix L2D after being dropped. It caused mine to be a little intermittent.


SGB
 
Got one and LOVE it! most of the Fenix series lights are the brightest in their class. The TK is no exception. Try Daniel at www.fenixoutfitters.com he'll hook up a fellow knife nut and make sure you're happy.
Jason
 
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oldsaltgrassbear said:
has anyone had problems with the circutry of their fenix L2D after being dropped. It caused mine to be a little intermittent.


SGB
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If you have the L2D with the Rebel 100, you might fall under their warranty because they were having probs with the Rebel 100. I ended up getting one with the Cree emmitter since my rebel was doing a little blinking on the rare occasion.
 
jasonp said:
If you have the L2D with the Rebel 100, you might fall under their warranty because they were having probs with the Rebel 100. I ended up getting one with the Cree emmitter since my rebel was doing a little blinking on the rare occasion.
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My Rebel L2D can get blinky on occasion. I'm not sure if it's related to the problems you describe, but I've found that cleaning the threads clears it right up.
 
When a fenix light has a flickering problem its usually 100% caused by dirty threads.
 
One more for the O-Light. Mine is the T-20, supposedly 205 lumens, but where I see the difference is in the reflector. It's half stippled, half smooth. It throws a very tight hot spot a long way. My other lights (Fenix, Surefire, NiteCore, etc) that have the full textured reflectors don't throw as far or stay as tight.
 
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