Mounted torch

[Member-Deleted]

Yeah Stix that's what I got mine is the m3xs-ut javelot it's exactly what I wanted I run on medium for hilly and close to 170-200yds very clear and saves the batteries for 200-450 I use the high setting shot a dog the other night at 185yds set on medium I don't think you'll be sorry for getting that one it was my biggest fear to buy it and it not be enough but i'm more than happy with it so far got 3dogs with it so far and easy to handle with the magnet type mount which come with the torch I use the spotlight to find the dogs then switch to torch mounted to the rifle this way I can save the batteries

[marksman]

thats the one l have as well Stix

[GQshayne]

Just had a look at the link, and it looks like the magnetic mount is an option in some kits. I got mine separately. They have two versions of those it seems, the newer improved version is the "03". It has an extra magnet in it.

[Stix]

Ah poop...i put the wrong link in that post...

This is the link for the "PRO" version...

https://www.olightstore.com.au/olight-j ... nting-kit/

It has built in battery...& its on sale in a couple of days...

What you guys think...?...i cant afford any of them, but im gonna put one on the card...just which one...the one you guys have or the flagship model in "pro" version in the link...

[GQshayne]

I personally prefer torches that have removable batteries of a standard size. One day when it is stuffed you then simply get another one, and when in the field you can have a spare handy, and bother with recharging later. The normal torch takes 18650 batteries, which are easy to get and not too expensive. That is in its favour in my opinion.

[Member-Deleted]

Yes Stix I got the holster , mag mount, internal adpt for smaller batts, charger, pressure switch, barrel extension for longer batts ie 18650's, 8 spare magnets

[Member-Deleted]

Here ya go stix mine is 1200 lumens paid $329

[Stix]

Yea agreed GQshayne...thats the first thing i thought of--having to hang up the light to charge it or buy another expensive battery...

But the price is the thing...the sale price coming up in a dsy or 2, can get the "pro" version with another batt for less than the other one--(thats by the time i get the coloured filters, batteries & charger etc...).

Maybe they're not moving too many of the pro models for these reasons hence why the sale prices...

[Member-Deleted]

I got 8 spare magnet pads about 30mmx20mmx3mm and 2x18650 batts all come with the kit all included in the $329 the magnetic pads can also be used to hold the pressure switch to the barrel if so required

[Stix]

stoopid questiin time...
What are these magnet pads...?
I cant see them.on the web site...

[Member-Deleted]

Yeah stix they're for putting the pressure switch to the barrel or anywhere else metal also they tell me you can cut them with a Stanley knife to reduce the size you need one side has a wax paper cover the other is clear plastic obviously for no magnetic pull on objects until needed they came in the box with the torch but not sure if they are a normal part of the kit

[Stix]

Ah ok... ...i got it now thanks for that..
Appreciate the time taking the pics...

[scoot]

just ordered the pro version, olight has a kit on sale now 40% off. cased, mount, filters, remote switch, charger, etc........ only $209 delivered. Magnetic mount is extra but also on sale, around $20
.At that price get on board. sale runs all weekend.
ozzie has a review out, according to him its an updated version of the m3xs.
.

[Stix]

just ordered the pro version, olight has a kit on sale now 40% off. cased, mount, filters, remote switch, charger, etc........ only $209 delivered. Magnetic mount is extra but also on sale, around $20
.At that price get on board. sale runs all weekend.
ozzie has a review out, according to him its an updated version of the m3xs.
.

Yep...i did the same Scoot...
Let us know when yours arrives...
I better get mine before yours...!!!...

Id love to have bought 2 of them because i always seem to work with 2 or 3 rifles, but i just cant afford it...

[scoot]

Funny you should say that, when i was making payment it said something went wrong so I tried again through PayPal and it worked. Checked on my internet banking later and it looks like I've ordered 2 .
Contemplated keeping both but the boss might not see the same merit .
Called a number on their website and the guys sorted it straight away, now the race is on "who's will arrive first".
Maybe when they show up we can have an extreme long range sword fight (star wars light sabre style)

[Shootermick]

Yeah stix they're for putting the pressure switch to the barrel or anywhere else metal also they tell me you can cut them with a Stanley knife to reduce the size you need one side has a wax paper cover the other is clear plastic obviously for no magnetic pull on objects until needed they came in the box with the torch but not sure if they are a normal part of the kit

So that’s what they are. I got them with my Nitecore and didn’t even realise they were magnetic, there are 3 pairs of differing thicknesses. I actually pealed the sticky side and stuck them inside the mount and use that to grip onto and not scratch the scope. Guess I stuffed that up.


EDIT
Just had another look at these pads, they came with the Olight branded magnetic mount, and it said on the box that they were silicon pads for use with different sized torches. So not magnetic, not mine anyway. I guess I have put them to good use after all.

[Ferrisweil]

+1 Olight

[JSS]

I've got the M3XS-UT kit, just bought a Pro kit too, will let you know the difference between the two Stix. Pro hunt kit, spare battery and another magnet mount for $258......how could you not buy it lol.

[Member-Deleted]

Tried the pressure switch out last night for the first time Geez you have to watch what you are doing there if you release just a smidge it will switch off I picked up the bait and went to align the reticle but must have let some pressure off and I couldn't see a thing lucky there wasn't a dog standing there i'll have to get used to it but it worked a treat when I finally settled with it the bait was a dead steer at 145yds and with torch and light I could see the carcass perfectly

[Stix]

Funny you should say that, when i was making payment it said something went wrong so I tried again through PayPal and it worked. Checked on my internet banking later and it looks like I've ordered 2 .
Contemplated keeping both but the boss might not see the same merit .
Called a number on their website and the guys sorted it straight away, now the race is on "who's will arrive first".
Maybe when they show up we can have an extreme long range sword fight (star wars light sabre style)

And funny you should say that...!!...lol...

Was out last night & the "bearau of cant get the forcast right unless nothing is changing's forcast of 12mph winds, bit of rain & no fog, turned into a pea soup-er, with clear skys no rain & barely even any air movement...you should've seen how spectacular the 170 with green filter looked--like a giant bloody light saber i tell ya...!!..i felt like a little master jedi yoda.lol....well...until i completely missed a fox at between 220-250 yds...


If you get yours first you gotta let me come shoot a goat... ... (just kidding... ...any left up there anyway...?...seems everyone is getting greedy while drought is in full swing & mustering all they can get--not even leaving breeders... ...)

[Stix]

Tried the pressure switch out last night for the first time Geez you have to watch what you are doing there if you release just a smidge it will switch off I picked up the bait and went to align the reticle but must have let some pressure off and I couldn't see a thing lucky there wasn't a dog standing there i'll have to get used to it but it worked a treat when I finally settled with it the bait was a dead steer at 145yds and with torch and light I could see the carcass perfectly

Ive only tried the pressure switch on my crapola torch once & didnt like it...
It'd be better if they turn on n off with each touch i rekon...
I just use the normal on off switch as i like my left hand to do one of many tasks it has--my left hand is my Rouseabout-- ...
Some of its many tasks are to hold the stock in my sholder/squeeze rear bag...
Catch the brass on racking the bolt...
Steering...
Turning car headlights on n off...
Scope Parallex...
Flicking wipers on accidentally when im frantically pulling up on a fox...
Scope zoon...
Flicking the wipers to remove excess dust build-up on windscreen...
Adjusting specs height on my nose...
Scratching my nuts while im busy shooting...
Accidentally flicking the indicators on while im trying to turn wheel switch lights out for rapid & correct position on a fox that just popped up out of nowhere...
And ofcourse...the obligatory being in the wrong place when using a sharp knife when ever my body feels the need for a little self mutilation via lack of concentratiin while skinning out a carcass..

[Member-Deleted]

Yeah well that comes with hunting and shooting I don't fair much better myself but hey someones gotta do it by Christ that pressure switch is gonna take a bit of getting used to but good for lining the rifle with a infra red monocular just line rifle put infra red down press the switch and bingo on target then completely black lack of pressure on switch

[scoot]

Winner, winner,
Got the olight pro in the mail today. First impressions, looks a very nice bit of kit. Even the case is a good solid pelican style jobbie. Charging up now and will hopefully get a chance to check out its performance tonight.

Sorry stix
I did stump the extra $7 for express postage (that's not cheating is it ) was still very quick.

[scoot]

P S stix, if you can find a goat up here its yours to do as you see fit

[Stix]

It is cheating of you dont reveat it until you've won--if its not cheating its atleast playing an unfair advantage...

Good luck to you...!!

Let us know how it goes tonight--you can be my "new torch foreplay"...

Id love to hear your thoughts scoot... particularly on defining a fox at 300 yds...


And i love to get out there to look for a goat...but i got no idea where "there" is--obviously--...

[Stix]

Just read my post back to myself (i should do that more often berfore i hit send...lol)

Not knowing where you are wasnt a hint scoot...im just being silly...

I do vaguely remember reading you saying how far north of city you are, but still, if i went looking id not find you...!!..
Unless ofcourse that is you in your avatar.. .

[GQshayne]

Goats are worth good money nowadays. Not so much a target any more.

[scoot]

The torch charges heap better if you take the end cap off and remove the plastic insulator. Otherwise the charger lights up green as in full charge (obviously not).
I didn't make this mistake at all, just sayin.....

[JSS]

Mine arrived about an hour ago, it's on the charger now (with that sneaky bit of plastic removed). I'll fire it and the M3XS up tonight and compare the two.

It has to be said....Good on Olight for having a proper fair dinkum sale. Not like the BS sales that most other shops had.

[Stix]

The torch charges heap better if you take the end cap off and remove the plastic insulator. Otherwise the charger lights up green as in full charge (obviously not).
I didn't make this mistake at all, just sayin.....

...
Not laughing AT you...its something i probably would have done if not for your warning...


JSS, did you get express post too...??

I regret not getting that now...i didnt even look at that option...id definately have payed $7 & had it here now...
Im so jealous of you guys having a new toy...!!!

Let us know how it goes JSS...& do you think you'll make out a fox at 300 yds...?