Blueb8lz, mind that the ledboard is non-DTP, that ultimately limits what you can do. It would be awesome if Luckysun upgrades the L3X with a copper-DTP board, I really like this optic and beam.
Nice work! That DIY DTP board is pure skill and commitment.
Hi Dale, I’m really curious what your version of the F3X will be, I’m sure you will keep us informed :-).
I thought I’d mention again that for BLF members that LuckySun is offering all members of BLF a 15% discount which will bring this F3X-3 down to about $24 that’s a lot of light at a great price really, and this is at their AlieXpress store,
LuckySun/NicoNature Well, it’s the F3 page, but it’s the site.
When you are done ordering, on the home page use the contact the seller box and mention you are BLF and heard about the 15% discount here, and he will adjust your amount,
His name is Eason and just a real great guy,
I haven’t yet mentioned this via a formal posting because I am waiting for hear from a couple fellas about some other things regarding LuckySun and then I will post the discount formally, but everyone is free to mention to anyone they like… and please do… Thanks
AliExpress is also now accepting PayPal! 
(At least, they sent me an email saying they are…)
I’m not sure about how that works though, could it be that every ali-store must incorporate Paypal individually?
Haven’t looked into it yet, too broke. 
Does this fx3 have the finish and build quality of the d80. The d80 is still my favorite clicky switch light:)
It does have that finish. what disappoints are:
-the output, just 1000 lm
-the old gen. leds
-the non-DTP ledboard
-the driver looks well-made but is totally wrong: low freq. PWM and impossible UI.
AlieXpress had to do away with their AliePay and replaced it with PayPal.
I believe during check out process PayPal will now be in the slide out bar of additional payment methods, I can check on this for a more definite explanation but have heard of the problems and saw the warnings of AliePay going to the wayside on Jan 1, 2017.
Djozz, did you get my PM or did I forget to send it…? Sometimes you know I screw up and think I did something and didn’t…?
Edit: By the way did I mention I also ask dumb questions sometimes, how about I just look in my messages sent thing, geez… :person_facepalming:
My horrid memory is rubbing off on BLF members, OH NO!
Ha Ha Yes it is Dale, I’m trying to reply to you and I am sitting here somewhat dumb founded but loving ever thought that is going through my head re: F3 Slayer… haha WOW … :smiling_imp:
Well, the D80 got pretty popular, somehow folks missed this bigger brother the F3X, but I’m betting an even larger bigger brother would capture some attention. Maybe stay with the F3X 26650 layout, increase the diameter and depth of the head but maintain the profile for the “family look” and use a reflector that would achieve some nice throw, could be a pretty sweet deal for Lucky Sun and give us a new platform to try out emitters.
Edit Out my comment, I think I need to start a new F3 thread, I feel I shouldn’t be hijacking Djozz mod thread with the comments re: the future of a F3 if that makes sense,
I am going to contact the fella and let him know what’s going on and I agree completely with you Dale, very doable project I believe and I also believe they want to get moving as soon as possible.
I’m perfectly fine with using this thread for future F3X plans.
(I saw your PM but have not replied yet 
Some PM’s need a bit more dedication to answer than others)
Oh, Thank you djozz I fully understand, I just wanted to respect your thread and hard work and got sort of lengthy with me comment as always, but thanks, and when you can and get caught up I’d like to get your thoughts and input on this F3, Dale’s got some great ideas and I know you do also so take care of things and when you get around to it, I’ll be here, Thanks for permissions though, … G.
Wondering how this reflector would work in F3?
Eason sent me a couple lights and should be here this week.
Eehhm, I do not understand, that picture shows the huge reflector from that Bronte 3xXHP70 light, what does that have to do with the much smaller F3X ?
That’s not the Bronte light, the bezel is black on the pic above. Bronte’s bezel is silver colored, and the scallops in the bezel are sharper.
That’s the 3xXHP plunger-style light that cnqualitygoods was carrying a while ago.
It’s similar to this: https://www.fasttech.com/products/0/10019753/4173500-edc-light-led-flashlight except that version was XHP70.
But either way, that head would NOT work at all on an FX3. The FX3’s appeal is the micro-sized triple reflector head.