TrustFire T6 3x XM-L is still a good bargain?

[CyrusAM]

SKIP AMAZON!
Seriously, how many people have to get ripped off before you learn? I have heard nothing but bad news from anyone buying a tr-3t6 from there. If you just plan on using it as a host it might be worth it though.

[picrthis]

@CyrusAM

I still love my TR-3t6 (from fasttech), and keep it in my truck as a backup to my SRK. Sure, you can get a single 18650 light that puts out more lumens, but I have yet to find any other light that will work on so many battery types. I’ve usually got plenty of 18650s lying around, but being able to use AAs, 18500s, CR123s, 14500s, and a couple other sizes is really where this light shines (no pun intended).
Last I checked fasttech was the best bet for a genuine light.

I have 2 of these, how in the world do you get AA’s to work in that light? they are just going to wobble all around like most of the other batteries you mentioned :~

[Werner]

I also used AA just to try if it works and it works, of course they wobble because there are a few mm space around them but it works….

[picrthis]

@Werner

I also used AA just to try if it works and it works, of course they wobble because there are a few mm space around them but it works….

Interesting, I would have never have tried that……Thanks 8)

[B42]

I still like my 3T6, but I tend to use my J-18, or 12xT6 if I want anything big, and my Solarstorm Warrior with XML2s, Convoy S3 or L4 if I don’t. Either way, I wouldn’t get an SRK if you dont like the form, I have a bunch of them now due to a few errors and deals (only way I’d buy them), and I still hardly use them. Unless you want to mod it, then an SRK can be great but in that case you should probably get the M6? I think it was called…

The J18 is $45 at Lightmalls and will get you closer to the lumens you think you are getting in the advertised 3T6 TrustFire TR-J18 7xT6 7*Cree XM-L T6 8500LM 5 Modes Led Flashlight(2x18650/3x18650/2x26650/3*26650) I’ve had several J18s with lots of use on them, they are very nice unless you get a bad driver, its probably my most used hiking light.

[Manx]

SKIP AMAZON!
Seriously, how many people have to get ripped off before you learn? I have heard nothing but bad news from anyone buying a tr-3t6 from there. If you just plan on using it as a host it might be worth it though.

You’re right, man. I saw a lot of comment on Amazon about people very hungry for some problems with that light!
But like you said, if everything goes to hell, I always use it like host (a friend can help me, or it will be the first time I’ll modding a light )

[Gj1 (Gj)]

@picrthis

@CyrusAM

I still love my TR-3t6 (from fasttech), and keep it in my truck as a backup to my SRK. Sure, you can get a single 18650 light that puts out more lumens, but I have yet to find any other light that will work on so many battery types. I’ve usually got plenty of 18650s lying around, but being able to use AAs, 18500s, CR123s, 14500s, and a couple other sizes is really where this light shines (no pun intended). Last I checked fasttech was the best bet for a genuine light.

I have 2 of these, how in the world do you get AA’s to work in that light? they are just going to wobble all around like most of the other batteries you mentioned :~

Cut electrical conduit to length as a sleeve, I think I used 1/2-inch . Take a AA with you to the store to check. Great stuff, and cheap. Wrap some tape around each end if it rattles but I haven't needed it yet. IDK the equivalent outside the US.

http://www.lowes.com/ProductDisplay?partNumber=72711-1792-101543

[atbglenn]

I still have the original 2 cell 3T6 I got from Manafont about 3 years ago. It's basically a mint condition shelf queen now, but I still play with it every once in a while. Great flashlight for it's time. The only thing I can say I don't like about is the disco modes aren't hidden.

[Manx]

I still have the original 2 cell 3T6 I got from Manafont about 3 years ago. It’s basically a mint condition shelf queen now, but I still play with it every once in a while. Great flashlight for it’s time. The only thing I can say I don’t like about is the disco modes aren’t hidden.

I’m glad to ear that
“Original” mean stock version, without modding?

[atbglenn]

@Manx

I still have the original 2 cell 3T6 I got from Manafont about 3 years ago. It’s basically a mint condition shelf queen now, but I still play with it every once in a while. Great flashlight for it’s time. The only thing I can say I don’t like about is the disco modes aren’t hidden.

I’m glad to ear that “Original” mean stock version, without modding?

Yes, I've never modded mine. I feel it's bright enough for it's time. That said I have much brighter lights in my collection such as the 5 amp Dry, Fenix TK75, and a Nitecore TM26. Both Fenix and Nitecore are the latest models...

BTW, when I said "original" I meant the first release of the 3T6, which is not a fake as far as I know...

[Manx]

Yes, I’ve never modded mine. I feel it’s bright enough for it’s time. That said I have much brighter lights in my collection such as the 5 amp Dry, Fenix TK75, and a Nitecore TM26. Both Fenix and Nitecore are the latest models…

BTW, when I said “original” I meant the first release of the 3T6, which is not a fake as far as I know…

Perfect, thank you very much for explanation