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I ordered a Skilhunt Defier X3 with SMO Reflector from a thread on CPFMP. The X3 is not on sale anymore on CPFMP. The Skilhunt lights can be bought only from a dealer. I don't know at this time who the dealers are.
I paid $84.00 + $25.00 delivery = $109.00.
I choose the Skilhunt Defier X3 because it had a listed 700 lumens. I don't know if it's OTF or rated lumens.
I like SMO reflectors because they can throw more than OP reflectors.
The Skilhunt Defier X3 came shipped in this box. I accidently sliced the box with box cutters.
Came with Holster, Extended tube, Operator's manual, Two Spare O-rings, Spare Tailcap Rubber Boot, Peg ring,550 paracode lanyard, Silicone Grease. Also an X1 tailcap was included because of the delayed shipping.
This is with the 3 RCR or 3 CR123 battery tube installed.
This is the 2, 18650 battery tube. An extension is added.
Uses a CREE XM-L T6 CW (Cool White)
Reminds me of a Raidfire Spear.
Left, Skilhunt Defier X3. Right, Raidfire Spear
Left, Skilhunt Defier X3. Right, Raidfire Spear
Rear view of the X head.
This is the side switch where you access the levels of light. Three brightness levels and Strobe mode
High 700lm (130min) –Medium 350lm(250min)- Low140lm (650min)--- Strobe (260min). The light levels go in that order, High, Medium then low.
Rear switch is a forward clickie.
Inside view of the rear forward clickie
This is with the 3 RCR or 3 CR123 battery tube installed.
This is the 2, 18650 battery tube. An extension is added.
Holster with the Skilhunt Defier X3, 2, 18650 battery tube.
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I took lux readings with fully charged 2 AW's 18650 3.7V 2200mAh Li-ion Protected Batteries. I used my Meterman LM631 Meter.
Skilhunt Defier X3, High - 19,080 lux @ 1 meter
Skilhunt Defier X3, Medium - 10,500 lux @ 1 meter
Skilhunt Defier X3, Low - 4,130 lux @ 1 meter
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Skilhunt Defier X3 @ 96"
Skilhunt Defier X3, Low @ 32'
Skilhunt Defier X3, Medium @ 32'
Skilhunt Defier X3, High @ 32'
Skilhunt Defier X3, High @ 146' or 44.5 meters
Skilhunt Defier X3, High @ 210' or 64 meters
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The Skilhunt Defier X3 comes with a nice carrying case and all the extra accessories.
The build quality is top notch. The Type III Hard Anodize had a couple of flaws in the finish. No lube on threads or o-rings. The threads are smooth.
I was surprised on how slim the battery tube is. Feels well balanced in my hand.
There maybe an issue when trying to find the side switch in the dark. I know all of the side switched lights I have are that way. The color of the side switch and rear clickie is a cream color. First time I've seen the color. Not a bad bad choice IMO.
The CREE XM-L T6 CW (Cool White) has the same characteristics of all the other CREE XM-L T6 CW (Cool White) I have. The hot spot is white and around it has a very slight green tint. I have 4 other CREE XM-L T6 CW (Cool Whites) that are exactly the same. It doesn't bother me though.
I wish the holster was made of a thicker material. It might not hold up long under constant daily use. It's a good idea on how it was designed. The flap is elastic and will stretch over the head. The stainless steel bezel is very smooth so I don't see it cutting though the elastic flap. The bottom of the holster has a clip so you can unlatch it so the Defier X3 with the battery extension can fit. In the 3 RCR or 3 CR123 set up the bottom flap can remain closed.
I ordered my Skilhunt Defier X3 on the last day of the introduction sale. Shipping was 3 days from China. Skilhunt used DHL. I was very surprised how fast I got the light.
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This is from Skilhunt's website.
Power: 3x CR123A 3.0V Lithium cells (Non Rechargeable) or Rechargeable Li-ion 3.7V cells either 3x RCR123A/16340,
With extra extended tube: 4 x CR123A 3.0V Lithium cells (Non Rechargeable)
2 x 3.7V Li-ion 18650 or 2 x 17670.
You cannot run 4 RCR123's.
I paid $84.00 + $25.00 delivery = $109.00.
I choose the Skilhunt Defier X3 because it had a listed 700 lumens. I don't know if it's OTF or rated lumens.
I like SMO reflectors because they can throw more than OP reflectors.
The Skilhunt Defier X3 came shipped in this box. I accidently sliced the box with box cutters.
Came with Holster, Extended tube, Operator's manual, Two Spare O-rings, Spare Tailcap Rubber Boot, Peg ring,550 paracode lanyard, Silicone Grease. Also an X1 tailcap was included because of the delayed shipping.
This is with the 3 RCR or 3 CR123 battery tube installed.
This is the 2, 18650 battery tube. An extension is added.
Uses a CREE XM-L T6 CW (Cool White)
Reminds me of a Raidfire Spear.
Left, Skilhunt Defier X3. Right, Raidfire Spear
Left, Skilhunt Defier X3. Right, Raidfire Spear
Rear view of the X head.
This is the side switch where you access the levels of light. Three brightness levels and Strobe mode
High 700lm (130min) –Medium 350lm(250min)- Low140lm (650min)--- Strobe (260min). The light levels go in that order, High, Medium then low.
Rear switch is a forward clickie.
Inside view of the rear forward clickie
This is with the 3 RCR or 3 CR123 battery tube installed.
This is the 2, 18650 battery tube. An extension is added.
Holster with the Skilhunt Defier X3, 2, 18650 battery tube.
----------------------------------------------
I took lux readings with fully charged 2 AW's 18650 3.7V 2200mAh Li-ion Protected Batteries. I used my Meterman LM631 Meter.
Skilhunt Defier X3, High - 19,080 lux @ 1 meter
Skilhunt Defier X3, Medium - 10,500 lux @ 1 meter
Skilhunt Defier X3, Low - 4,130 lux @ 1 meter
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Skilhunt Defier X3 @ 96"
Skilhunt Defier X3, Low @ 32'
Skilhunt Defier X3, Medium @ 32'
Skilhunt Defier X3, High @ 32'
Skilhunt Defier X3, High @ 146' or 44.5 meters
Skilhunt Defier X3, High @ 210' or 64 meters
_________________________________________
The Skilhunt Defier X3 comes with a nice carrying case and all the extra accessories.
The build quality is top notch. The Type III Hard Anodize had a couple of flaws in the finish. No lube on threads or o-rings. The threads are smooth.
I was surprised on how slim the battery tube is. Feels well balanced in my hand.
There maybe an issue when trying to find the side switch in the dark. I know all of the side switched lights I have are that way. The color of the side switch and rear clickie is a cream color. First time I've seen the color. Not a bad bad choice IMO.
The CREE XM-L T6 CW (Cool White) has the same characteristics of all the other CREE XM-L T6 CW (Cool White) I have. The hot spot is white and around it has a very slight green tint. I have 4 other CREE XM-L T6 CW (Cool Whites) that are exactly the same. It doesn't bother me though.
I wish the holster was made of a thicker material. It might not hold up long under constant daily use. It's a good idea on how it was designed. The flap is elastic and will stretch over the head. The stainless steel bezel is very smooth so I don't see it cutting though the elastic flap. The bottom of the holster has a clip so you can unlatch it so the Defier X3 with the battery extension can fit. In the 3 RCR or 3 CR123 set up the bottom flap can remain closed.
I ordered my Skilhunt Defier X3 on the last day of the introduction sale. Shipping was 3 days from China. Skilhunt used DHL. I was very surprised how fast I got the light.
--------------------------------------------
This is from Skilhunt's website.
Power: 3x CR123A 3.0V Lithium cells (Non Rechargeable) or Rechargeable Li-ion 3.7V cells either 3x RCR123A/16340,
With extra extended tube: 4 x CR123A 3.0V Lithium cells (Non Rechargeable)
2 x 3.7V Li-ion 18650 or 2 x 17670.
You cannot run 4 RCR123's.
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