It’s backordered of course so I have no idea when I’ll get it and don’t want to slow them down by contacting them about it.
But, in the meantime I am about to order a d4v2 w/XP-L 5000k. I do not care much about turbo but want it to run as cool as possible. I deliver pizza on the weekends and you’d be amazed at how many dimly lit porches I walk onto and apartment complexes with cleverly hidden building numbers.
I have other lights (primarily streamlight microstream USB), so this won’t be my primary one, but I would just like a really bright one for a backup.
Anyway, is there a more efficient led that I should consider that renders color well?
Thanks
Brawny
Edit: nothing matters now. Just completed an order for one d4v2 w/XP-L 5000k, magnet tailcap, raised switch, with extra non-magnet tailcap.
I’m not trying to virtue signal, I had done enough research to know that it would/should ship in a few weeks.
I’m still on the fence about the d4v2. One reason is that I have a 2 yo that I would have to be very careful around. I have tons of guns that I keep safe, but a light just doesn’t have the same sense of urgency to keep away from little hands.
Probably came from r/flashlight at reddit. So I’m sure this isn’t the first time he’s heard led nomenclature. Although, they are pretty good at cussing, posting knives, guns, and custom hanky’s for no apparent reason
The SC64 LE is a very compact and efficient light. I think it will be plenty for delivery needs, but it never hurts to have a backup, and the D4v2 is real hot rod…you may have seen posts about how at its max output, it can actually burn things that are too close.
In short, you picked two really good lights. I’ve heard some delivery drivers also like having a light with a tight, throwy beam, but I think you’re just fine waiting to see how these two perform before worrying about any more.
Since you didn’t mention, did you order batteries and a charger for your new lights?
Shoot, back when I did delivery driver I carried a Maglite 3D with the magnumstar bulb and it was FANTASTIC. Then I eventually upgraded to a Surefire G2 (incan) and was in awe. These days, my keychain light damn near outperforms both of those.
Zebralight is a great light, you’ll be happy. I can’t vouch for the D4 but its got a cult following. As for delivery work, I at least wasn’t making much. On a budget I’d grab a Convoy S2+ SST-20. High CRI goodness with good output and good throw. Certainly more than enough of either to find addresses and building numbers. Despite the fact its one of my cheaper lights (by far) this particular setup is still one of my favorites. They just got it right. An alternative budget option would be a Sofirn Sp31Pro. Bonus s that the Sofirn has on-board charging.
Thanks guys, I did order a couple of more batteries, but already have a few I got before I did very much research at all. Also I do have a charger. This pizza delivery gig is just a weekend thing. Just to kind of give us a little extra pocket change to go out and take trips. I do pretty well, I made over $100 last Saturday night. Not CEO pay, but it puts money in the oatmeal can.
I have a few Zebra Light 64’s 600’s and 52’s. Love them all and carry them often.
My favorite all around light with good throw and useable spill is a Convoy M2 that I put a Luxeon V2 5000K into. Don’t know if they still make the M2. Have a BD06 that I put them same emitter in. Neither really a pocket light though. Would be good to keep in car for your delivery purposes.
I like simple lights. I don’t carry Andruil lights. They are fun around the house lights but, I can’t take them serious. Too much fluff and too many clicks to remember.