Fenix Light Tactical Demos: P3D vs TK10 flashlights

Published on September 19, 2008
Duration: 5:50

This video provides a real-world performance demonstration of the Fenix P3D and TK10 tactical flashlights in a high desert environment at night. Nutnfancy, an experienced reviewer, showcases the capabilities of each light, including mode selection, beam throw, and suitability as weapon-mounted lights. The comparison highlights the TK10's superior beam culmination due to its larger reflector, offering better throw and less intensity loss over distance.

Quick Summary

The Fenix TK10, with its larger reflector, offers a better culminated beam for superior throw and less intensity loss over distance compared to the Fenix P3D. Both lights use CR123A batteries, which perform well in cold weather, and the P3D's shock resistance and strobe mode make it suitable as a weapon light.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Desert Setting
  2. 01:21Fenix P3D Mode Demonstration
  3. 01:57Fenix TK10 Introduction
  4. 02:25TK10 Low Mode & Battery Comparison
  5. 03:04Beam Distance Test (100 Yards)
  6. 03:40TK10 Turbo Mode Performance
  7. 04:23Beam Characteristics & Reflector Comparison
  8. 05:32Video Summary & Field Test Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences between the Fenix P3D and TK10 flashlights shown in the demo?

The Fenix P3D offers multiple modes, including a disorienting strobe, and is noted for its shock resistance. The TK10, its 'big brother,' has simpler high/low modes and a more powerful 225-lumen turbo mode with a better-culminated beam for longer throw due to a larger reflector.

How do the Fenix P3D and TK10 perform in terms of beam distance and illumination?

Both flashlights demonstrate effective illumination at 20 and 100 yards. The TK10's turbo mode provides exceptional brightness, likened to 'night turns to day,' and its larger reflector allows for a farther, more focused throw compared to the P3D.

What type of batteries do the Fenix P3D and TK10 use, and how do they perform?

Both the Fenix P3D and TK10 utilize two CR123A lithium batteries. These batteries are highlighted for their reliability and performance in cold weather conditions, outperforming standard AA batteries in such environments.

Can the Fenix P3D be used as a weapon light?

Yes, the Fenix P3D is considered a good candidate for a weapon light due to its shock-resistant construction and the inclusion of an effective strobe mode, which can be used for disorienting targets.

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