Which 4 Sevens LED flashlight?

The bottom uses CR123 and is brighter and last longer. Depending on use that could be the better choice. I tend to pick common battery types knowing that if necessary (SHTF or Zombies lol) I would have more luck getting replacement bat.


Side note: this should be moved to gadgets and gear.
 
Tough call. Depends on what you are using it for.

I have versions of both (R2 AA^2 and a Neutral 123^2). They are both great. The 123^2 is easier to carry because of its shorter length but you can get a better grip on the AA^2. That said, both have great ergonomics.

You can't go wrong with either. Or just get both. :D
 
I would recommend the AA2, because you can find AA batteries anywhere, or steal them from your momma's tv remote. I have an AA2, and feed it rechargeable Eneloop AA batteries, which have a very low self-discharge rate. But you can feed it any NiMH rechargeable batteries that you buy at Walmart. JMO.

Here is a 4Sevens forum at CPF which can keep you busy for a couple of weeks.

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I forgot to mention but definitely agree with the comments about the availability/price of AA batteries. That's almost enough to justify the AA in my mind and it's cheaper to begin with.
 
the 123x2 is much shorter, and minimally stouter, and if you stock up on some 123's you will be fine. It isn't recommended to go with alkalines with quality flashlights due to leakage. Have you considered a q123mini?
 
I have the CR123x2 tactical in neutral white. Absolutely my favorite flashlight. I EDC it and use it everday. I'm an electrical contractor and use it several times a day looking in crawlspaces, dark electrical boxes, etc. so I use rechargeables in mine.

LOVE IT!!

Either one, you can't go wrong.
 
I picked the AA^2 because it took AA batteries. you can't always find cr123 batteries at the drug store and they are often more expensive than AAs. So battery failure on the job site will be easier to remedy with the AA battery.
 
I have the 1xAA Quark with warm LED - I love that thing. It is a great size for the pocket and is a well made product with good fit & finish. I don't get the same run time as with a 2xAA light though, but I prefer the pocketability.

As for the 2 lights you are looking at - I prefer the AA batteries for the reasons others have mentioned. I would use Eneloops but I always appreciate that in an emergency you can use any AA batteries that you can get your hands on. Buy at least 4 Eneloops - 2 in the light and 2 spares, when the ones in the light run down you can swap to the spares and recharge the flat ones when you get home. You can run this light like that for years without spending much on batteries. :thumbup:
 
powernoodle said:
I would recommend the AA2, because you can find AA batteries anywhere, or steal them from your momma's tv remote. I have an AA2, and feed it rechargeable Eneloop AA batteries, which have a very low self-discharge rate. But you can feed it any NiMH rechargeable batteries that you buy at Walmart. JMO.

Here is a 4Sevens forum at CPF which can keep you busy for a couple of weeks.

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Thanks for that link!! Great info there! Thanks to everyones for posting your opinions and advice! I went with the 123^2.

I originally wanted to stay away from the cr123 batt. because my Surefire 6P would go through those like crazy. But I think since this flashlight is an LED and I wouldn't be using it on full blast, the batts should last me longer! Time to look for a CR123 Charger and Batts.

Thanks again!
 
LouZava said:
Thanks for that link!! Great info there! Thanks to everyones for posting your opinions and advice! I went with the 123^2
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Then you should get a 1xAA light as a backup/spare/pocket light. Then if you are desperate for batteries you have a light that can run from an AA. The 123^2 will be the bigger brighter light you normally use and if it runs flat you can always pull the AA from your pocket and not be in the dark. If you can find 2 x 123 or any AA battery than you can have light.

Sometimes people talk about a backup knife, but knives don't have batteries that can go flat so a backup flashlight is a really good idea. I EDC 3 lights so I never have to worry about what to do if a light fails. My 3 EDCs use different batteries so I can make light from 1 x AAA or 1 x AA or 1 x 123 - how often would I not have access to any of those battery types.
 
well i bought the aa2 because of the availability of aa batteries. but the 123 batteries are brighter
 
I have the 2AA, even though its not as bright, the AA batteries are much more common and cheaper.

I do like the bottom one cause its a little more compact.
 
Why would you post a flashlight thread in the General Knife Discussion? Please be more careful in the future.
 
I'd say it's pretty unlikely that you'll stick to just one light (like me). I use the Fenix PD20 Q5 as my on belt EDC. I use it everyday, especially late at night when going out on the front or back patios. I've already had a skunk scare the crap out of me on several occasions as he makes his nightly rounds around the neighborhood!
My backup is the older P2D Q5 and a NiteCore EZ-CR2 or EZ-AA with a USB rechargeable AA battery. I got the EZ-CR2 on clearance because I have about 20 CR2 batteries I bought a few years back for an old camera that I don't use anymore. I figured I might as well grab a nice small CR2 powered flashlight to make use of them.
 
i have/had both the AA2 and the CR123. the AA2 was my first purchase. loved that light. i used alkalines in it with no issues. i ended up giving that light to my cousin bc he needed one. also i wanted the cr123 bc it was smaller. the brightness difference in minimal imo..

tip on cr123 batteries.. buy them online. its much cheaper. i enough of those batteries to last me a year or more.

they are great flashlights for the $$
 
Good point from Hung, get your CD123s online for as little as under $2. Regular brick and mortar stores, at least the ones near me, sell them for about $10 each which is ridiculous.
 
See if it'll use a single 18650 instead of a pair of RCR123s. Better capacity and less worry about problems from mismatched cells.

Make sure to get PROTECTED rechargables to prevent fire and/or explosion from short-circuits and overcharging.
 
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