Surefire E2e HA arrived!

Medic1210

Medic1210

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Good news guys, I came home this afternoon (Friday) to a good surprise. Sitting on my front porch was a box from 1sks. I was surprised, because I was told it wouldn't go out until yesterday because the shipping department was so backed up. I guess they squeezed my order in on Wed. after all.

What can I say as a first impression? This light is small! A lot smaller than I anticipated. Now I am glad we went with this one instead of an E1E. It is smaller than my Mini Mag light (about the same diameter), but is much brighter. It feels great, and solid in the hand. The checkering is very grippy, much more so than my old model 8x. Not as bright as my 8x, but then again, not as big either. It puts out 60 lumens as opposed to 110 lumens of my 8x. I'll post some pics a little later, along with a better review. Very nice light.

Mike

Edited to add: Changed this from a knife to a light.:p Some of you know what I mean.
 
Ok, I've taken a few comparison pics to show you how the size compares to my 8x and Mini Maglight. I also took a couple pics to give an idea of the brightness of the beams. The first pic shows all three of the lights side by side. You will notice that I barrel wrapped the 8x with "gutted" para cord because the knurling is very light and makes for a slippery grip when trying to use the back button for any period of time. I also added a bit of 3m Scotchlite reflective tape near the butt to help with visibility while I'm working a wreck or something. A closer look shows the E2e to be very slightly bigger in diameter than the mini maglight, but the bevels are practically the same diameter. The E2e fits comfortably in my left pocket, clipped like I wear my knife in the right pocket. You can easily forget it's there.

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Next, I'm showing the beam of the 8x which puts out 110 lumens compared to the E2e which puts out 60 lumens. The 8x is on the left. The pic doesn't give a real accurate comparison, but you can tell some difference. In person, the beam on the E2e is smoother, and not as spot focused as the 8x appears when shined on a wall from 10 to 12 feet. The 8x is somewhat brighter in that situation, but it really outshines the E2e outside. Its beam projects a much greater distance than the E2e, but for the size, the E2e is incredible. As always, the beam pattern is nearly flawless, which is common for Surefires. From about 8 feet away, the E2e has a spot focus that measures roughly 2 1/2 to 2 3/4 feet diameter, and has no hot spots or dark spots, which are very common in other lights such as Mag Lights. Along with this very tight and very bright spot, there is an equally flawless flood pattern that lights up a room and surroundings very nicely. Again, from about 8 feet away and shined on a wall, the flood section borders on around 20 to 24 feet. This is a guestimate, and not an accurate measurement. In the pics below you will see the 8x on the left and E2e on right, and in the second pic, you will see the Mini Mag beam compared to the E2e.

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Below, the Mini Mag compared to the E2e. Again, the pics are for comparison only, and do not do the beams justice as far as quality or brightness. You really have to see them in person to believe it. I do have to say that the Mini Mag beam at full spot makes a small pattern, as you can see, but this pattern can easily be seen if the light is shined across the spot of the E2e. Maybe the light in that tight spot is brighter than the light in any given area of the E2e's spot, but there really is no comparison to the two. The E2e blows the Mini Mag away for total light output, and quality of the beam. The light of the E2e is also a much more pure white than the Mini Mag and very slightly more pure white than the 8x. As far as the 8x though, it might be nearing it's useful bulb life, and may be taking on a yellowish tint. Also, the battery for the 8x isn't at full charge of 12 hrs (Only been charging about 3) so that might also have something to do with it. Anyway, here is the Mini v/s the E2e.

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More to come,

Mike
 
Good to hear, Medic. I saw something I might have to stick on the E2 when it gets here. They got a tactical little jabber thing to stick on the end of it. Looks pretty nifty. If I don't get to try it out on a BG, I'll mash up some potato salad with it for a decent review. :D

And yes, I'll ship it along with the light to the lucky winner as well.
 
That is the TID or Tactical Impact Device. I've seen the ad for those, but haven't seen one in person. That's pretty good of you to pony up the dough for one, willing to give it away. I believe those run about $35 or so.

Mike
 
What can I say as a first impression? This knife is small!
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Damn, they are making this with a blade now?!?

j/k. The E2e really kicks ass. It's sitting right beside my USP .45 in case the cave-alarm goes off.
 
Well, as always, good things rarely last long. Apparently the free web hosting service that I have used to post pics here has gone belly up. I will work on getting these pics posted later.

Mike
 
HA = hard anodized.

This refers to Type III anodizing. It's use was popularized (if not initiated) by the US Military.

follow this link:

http://www.anodizing.org/reference_guide.html

here is an excerpt:


TYPE III "Hard Coating"

Color will vary from light tan to black depending on alloy and thickness. Color overtones listed below may vary with the use of additives and/or the process. Can be dyed in darker colors depending on thickness. Coating PENETRATES base metal as much as builds up on the surface. The term THICKNESS includes both the buildup and penetration. Provides very hard ceramic type coating. Abrasion resistance will vary with alloy and thickness of coating. Good dielectric properties. Corrosion resistance is good, but recommend sealing in 5% dichromate solution where increased corrosion resistance is required. Where extreme abrasion resistance is required do not seal as some softening is encountered.
 
Originally posted by cardimon
Please pardon my ignorance, but what does the "HA" mean in "Surefire E2e HA?"
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I believe the "HA" is for Hard Anodized--they come in a couple of different finishes.
 
The Hard Anodized version of the SureFire Lights will scratch off the anodized finish of other lights withough scratching itself.

Mike
 
Originally posted by Medic1210
The Hard Anodized version of the SureFire Lights will scratch off the anodized finish of other lights withough scratching itself.

Mike
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HA equals "Hard Anodized." Thank you. Didn't know that.
 
So Mike,

How is the light preforming? Have you used it on any of your ambulance runs? I believe it's a little too bright to check pupil response... Do you think you will buy one if you do not win this one?



Dean
 
Just recieved my E1e. Cute little thing! I love HA III finish.
I am a Surefireholic, got M2 / M3 / KL3 and now E1e. Yeah E2e is
supposed to be the most popular one. KL1 to go!
 
Originally posted by 3nails
So Mike,

How is the light preforming? Have you used it on any of your ambulance runs? I believe it's a little too bright to check pupil response... Do you think you will buy one if you do not win this one?

Dean
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I really haven't had many calls where I could use it. I only responded to one wreck that was in the middle of the night, but the rescue unit that was there for extrication has a super bright night sun on their truck. That thing makes any scene like daylight. As far as checking out pupils etc, yeah, it is way too bright for that. I have a real sturdy penlight that I bought from Wal-Mart for about $6 made by Garrity (I believe) that I use for that purpose. That little light is built like a tank. As far as whether or not I'll buy one if I don't win, I don't know. I already have an older 8x as mentioned, and don't know if I can justify $80 for another light. Maybe if I sell the 8x (which I might do) I'll buy the E2e, or even if I find a used one at a good price. But, right now, my 8x takes care of my needs, and I could find a decent knife for $80 :D . Anyway, I shipped the light out to TheBadGuy today. He should get it on Monday.

Take Care,

Mike
 
GOT IT!!! I will put it some use tonight and continue on with the review later in the week. Thanks guys:)
 
I just realized this and had to post it. I am currently holding the Passaround/Raffle Sebenza and the Passaround/Raffle Surefire at the same time:eek: I am going out on the town tonight, b/c I am styling and profiling:D This has to be a first, considering that these are the first Passaround/raffles that I know of
 
Guys, I am all about supporting the forums, so I will leave it up to you if I post a link to a Online store that has the E2E for $49. Let me know, but at a $21 diffrence, I think I will just pick up a knife from them for being unfaithfull:)

(Edited to add, never mind, its a E2 Executive, not the Executive Elite)
 
OK, well unfortunatly for me, today is the day to pass it on. So in about an hour I will head to the post office with the E2e. This passaround has probably been the biggest eye opener for me of all the passarounds I have been in. Thanks Medic for making this thing happen. In the time I have had the Surefire I haven't gotten to use it as much as I would have liked. But all it took was one time outside after dusk and I could tell you I am going to buy one, VERY VERY Soon. What I didn't suspect is that I am going to have to buy 2:eek: My wife was also very impressed with it and wants one as well. I do believe however she will be getting the E2, not the E2e. She justs wants something this size with the power it has, so no need to throw in the extras for her:D Thanks again guys and I will forward the delivery confirmation number to the next member on the list when I get back from the post office.:)
 
At 11:20 this Am it got here. First thing I did was feed it a fresh set of 123's and blind myself.:o I knew better than that. On first inspection the thing doesn't looked used at all. I'll put it through the rounds this weekend.


Dean
 
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