Surefire M2 Centurion head

Policetacteam

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Can anyone tell me where I can buy a newer model Surefire M2 Centurion head / bezel? I have the older model which is totally smooth around the edges and I would like to get one of the newer ones as pictured below which has the cut outs (sorta Fenix TK10ish). Keep in mind I do not need the lamp just the bezel! Also will this still thread on to the older body style!?! Thanks

http://www.surefire.com/surefire/content/M2_large.jpg
 
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bullfrog

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why don't you start by putting up a "Want to Buy" over in the marketplace... :poke::D

I'm not aware of any retailers that just sell the bezel without the lamp - maybe try calling surefire directly if you don't get any bites on BST...?
 

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I'm sure if you post a WTT thread in the marketplace someone will offer you a trade.;). There are a lot of members who prefer the older bezel design over the current one.
 

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FWIW, this is the current rendition M2 bezel:
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Solscud007,

Ok,

If anything should happen to you please will your Strider knife and Strider / Surefire light to ME!!! My bezel is exactly like solscud007's. I would be happy to trade my head unit with a GG & G Tactical Impact Device attached for your knife / light combo but I think I would still owe you about $400. That is a great picture! I'm kind of a knife nut and to see those two pieces together makes your heart start. Nice knife!!!
 

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Most people seem to prefer the older version with the vented ribs. It does look a lot better in my opinion.

However the advantage of the newer version would be, it's slightly lighter in weight. I guess it all depends on priorities. :)
 

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You maybe correct about possibly shaving a tiny bit of weight but considering I carry this on my main entry vest...a few grams of weight savings is completely unnoticeable! I just kinda like the newer look of the M2 bezel. I think they both look $h!t hot but why not mix it up a bit! And for GODS sakes....if I have to look at that Strider knife one more time I'm taking a second mortgage out on my house and purchasing one! You suck Solscud007!!
 

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I called SF directly to order the M2 bezel and I was STOKED to learn it was only $25!

But the joke was on me when I got it in the mail to find that it was the Z44 non-shock-iso C2-type bezel!

I recently acquired the newer style M2 bezel with the purchase of the $125 LU60 assembly for my SF Millenium Universal Weaponlight on my rifle.

I really do LOVE the new look of the M2 bezel too! I'm to the point where I would almost buy another LU60 just for the bezel!
 

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Yea, the weight reduction I'm sure is minuscule. I would go with the vented rib version any day. It will probably radiate heat better too.
 

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Dude...please!!!! Enough with the hot knife / light porn! You even switched out the tail cap! YOU ARE KILLING ME!!!!
 

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Dude...please!!!! Enough with the hot knife / light porn! You even switched out the tail cap! YOU ARE KILLING ME!!!!


Yeah, for the SW02. but I have yet to confirm if the M2-ST (ST for strider) came with a SW02 or not. I have seen a few pictures online that talk about the Strider combo and they are all pictured with a SW02. but no one here can confirm if they did or not.
 

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Are there any differences between the Surefire Z48 tail cap and the SW02 tail cap besides the obvious aesthetic differences?
 

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Are there any differences between the Surefire Z48 tail cap and the SW02 tail cap besides the obvious aesthetic differences?

No, they have the same internals. The SW02 is heavier and bulkier than the Z48 and lacks knurling. I never understood the fascination with it, why it sells for more money, or the reason why it was ever made in the first place for that matter..
 
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