Yep, many people can say that these flashlights are very expensive, which is true, and that there are other brands out there performing the same for half the price. The question is, is the building quality the same? Is as so reliable as this super machine? Yes, is a Fenix, and as other top brands, Olight, Nitecore, Surefire, Lumintop, they cost more, but they last 10 times more. So what flashlights are really expensive? I simply love this flashlight. As you say Charles in your so perfect and captivating review, this beam is amazing. The performance of this beauty is stunning!! I need to get one. Well done Charles and thanks for the video!
Ordered mine yesterday. I chose this light because of the versatility of the lumens, the flood beam, the power bank feature, Fenix quality, and all the other smart features such as the lumen display, run time based on battery percentage and lumen output. Great review. My light will deliver next week.
This is basically a helicopter search light in a handheld format. Perfect for search and rescue use. Fenix make such great lights. I still have an original PD35 as my EDC going strong after many years use.
To the best of my knowledge, the TK72R is the only light on the market with stepped output regulation (as opposed to presets). This really does make it unique and supremely versatile. The lowest setting (100 lumens) makes it suitable for indoor use, and the highest (9,000 lumens) is so bright it's hard to imagine why you would actually need it. Within its limitations, there is no other flashlight like it. If Fenix do upgrade it, it would benefit from even lower output (maybe 20 lumens) for extra-long battery life, maybe an SOS beacon, and an improved holster; the current holster has no cover, so the head is not protected from the elements. But that's just nit-picking. Fenix weren't joking when they made this beast.
This flashlight is amazing. I actually always have to travel 7 miles to the place where I work and I driving on small field roads where there are a lot of rabbits. This flashlight would actually give me a better field of view than my current China flashlight with 480 lumens and no more emergency breaking because of some rabbit crossing the road : P
Geese 1100 lumens even looks perfect for general use. Which I assume would be a long run time at this or even the 3000 or 40000 lumens with that humungous single battery. Great to see something that is not too hot on the head too. I love it.... If it runs 3-4 minutes at turbo before stepdown that is a great result and usable.
If this had a longer handle and was shaped a little more like a Star Trek phaser (Next Gen, DS9, Voyager) I would buy this in a heartbeat. Hell, I'd buy several..
Thanks Charles for your reviews. I really would like to see you doing some comparisons between flashlights in your "testing ground." You provide a lot of good information during your demonstrations, and your reactions to your experiences in your "testing ground" are quite humorous. :) A demonstration between the ThruNite Catapult V6, and the Fenix TK75 '2018 would be nice to see. A demonstration between the ThruNite Catapult V6, and the Fenix TK72R would be nice also. A demonstration between the ThruNite Catapult V6, and the Fenix TK47UE would be nice too. There is a lot of RU-vid rage over the ThruNite Catapult V6, and for good reason... it is a great "throw" light. However, I have never seen the ThruNite Catapult V6 compared against Fenix's top end flashlights in your particular "testing ground." Your "testing ground," Charles, would be ideal for comparing flashlights. There are a lot of great sight lines, and distance analysis objects all located within your nice "Wilderness" "testing ground."
Hello. Nice video, I was wondering if this is waterproof? Can it also give SOS sign? I am wondering to buy one to have with me at some daily mountain hike trips.
@@CharlesBridgTec Good review though, just can't stand any type of push and hold "smart" button. The tail buttons on their other models is what I like.
Excellent size and output, but it's bad that it only has 24k candela. That's a lot of lumens that isn't useful at long distances..it would be nice to have about 60k candela, or a focusing head. Fenix did steal my idea about a switch to brighten and opposite switch to dim...I mentioned that to them 4 years ago
Charles BridgTec I know it isn't meant for throw, but I said it would be nice if it could. . I have 4 flooders. 1 decent thrower. The rest are just a mix. The thrower only has 1000 lumens but 170k candela. Just imagine a 9k lumen thrower. That would be a beast!
zero to 60 in 6 seconds Yes but that 1000k lumens light is most likely with a deeper reflector which helps focuss the light increasing the intensity. This light with shallow reflectors. This is amazing light for flood purposes plus a lifetime warranty which what company do you know that does this? Thanks for watching and the support!
Charles BridgTec my light is A TK61. It does have a large head and deep reflector. It's intended purpose is throw. The head on it is almost twice the size if my TK75! The deeper the reflector and wider the head, the farther the throw! Great videos! I have a video of flashlight testing that I just uploaded if you wanna take a look. I have my own little way of explaining the difference in the lights and the heads :-)
Hi, I was wondering if there is a way to turn this light into a perfectly even flood beam? Do you think if you unscrew the bezels, that you can remove the reflector? Or, is there any other modification you can do? I am visually impaired and have been looking for a light to help me see. I just need it to be an even flood beam. Thanks so much.
Charles BridgTec Thanks for the reply. Would you happen to know of a good diffuser? I know that they have a thing that diffuses the light in 360 degrees, but I only want the light to go forwards. Thanks
The Builder's Cave I would recommend cutting material to fit outside lense trim area without opening light to voiding warranty. I actually see this alot with photographer's. There are sheets of this material online which you can google for it. Good luck!
This will get you started here to learn more about them. Then you can find them anywhere pretty much online these days! Good luck. www.grafixplastics.com/materials-plastic-film-plastic-sheets/specialty-materials/optigrafix-optical-film/light-diffuser-film/
Hi there, I was wondering if you can possibly help me with finding a light. I'm in need of a very specific kind of light, and unfortunately, I'm not super well informed about lights. Requirements: 1) Extremely bright (like 8000 lumens and up) 2) A pure flood beam (A beam that doesn't have a hot spot in the center) 3) Compact and can be carried on a belt (Something that has a head and body diameter similar to the TK72R) I currently own the TK72R, and the beam seems good enough for me. I do wishes it was slightly wider though. The battery life is a problem though. If only they made an extended battery handle. Thanks
There are a lot from Imalent, Nitecore, Fenix, Klarus and AstroLux etc. including various sizes close to the TK72R. You can search me YT channel to see some that may catch your eye. Thanks for watching!
@@CharlesBridgTec I've actually been browsing your channel for some time now, but I guess I just can't find the right one. The biggest thing for me is the perfect flood beam. The problem is that it is difficult to see the beam pattern on video. Would you happen to have any models you think I should research on? Again, something the size of the TK72R and the Nitcore TM28.
Charles, do you know if replacement batteries are still available? Hate to think this becomes a piece of hi-tech junk because you can't replace the battery.
In light output I will agree. Not many want to carry around a 12lbs light for hours. Also the Imalent retails for $379 when not on sale, so cheaper no.... This being a new light will be a better seller than the Imalent DX80 because it has more features and quality is better. Don't get me wrong I have the DX80. I love it, but practical use is not very good but the lumens output is. Also Fenix has a lot les LEDs in it to, so you comparing it has no merit. Thanks for watching!
You comparing two different beam types of these flashlights as their performance is ridiculous. As for money you get way more bells & whistles with the TK72R and life time warranty which is why it costs more. One is more of a thrower SP70 and one is a complete flood. As for a huge area the Fenix outshines the Sofirn SP70. The SP70 for distance. I want to take you seriously but its hard when you compared them in your reply. Thanks for watching!
