G42 is by XENOLED. G42 is available in 3 different output emitter: cool white, neutral white, warm white. Cool white is using XML-U2 and it has the highest output among the rest, max output 605 lumens, Neutral white is XML T5 with 535 lumens, whereas warm white is XML T4 with 510 lumens. Mine is a Cool White version.
It is powered with 1*18650 or 2*CR123A. It has a big head which makes it a good thrower. It comes with a coated lens
Superb build quality and body finishing. The only drawback is its output. I guess the reason is the runtime. XENO wants to get higher running time therefore they have to sacrifice the output.
Another thing is you can not remove the head. It is secured very tight. I've been trying so many times unscrewing the head with my hands, but no result. You need a special tool to remove the bezel.
Very nice light. The knurling is very aggressive, that will result in a very good grip, I really like that. Most budget lights have very weak knurling that is more decorative than functional.
That is a really nice looking light. I have come very close to pulling the trigger on that light several times in the past. I always just seemed to be looking at another light that I liked just a little more each time I thought about buying a G42.
I've always loved this light and one day will get one. The bezel will come off one of two ways.
The first is to use a pair of long needle nosed pliers. Spread the tips so they are seated into two opposite notches on the inside of the bezel. Hold the flashlight in one hand and twist off.
The second is one that Xeno uses. You can take a mouse pad and flip it over so the rubber side is up. Press the bezel into the pad and while the pad grips it just twist off the bezel by unscrewing.
Everything I've read is that the clip on the G42/F42 is nearly impossible to remove.
That's what the little red man over my left shoulder tells me all the time. Sometimes its easier said than done. This light has been on my list for a while. Its one sexy light. Thanks for the pics!
