Ahh, didn’t realize it was S2+ size. Was more interested in it for the brass aspect.
Yes, they have. Thanks! :+1:
Having trouble finding it at FT. Could you post a link please?
Cheers.
Don’t see any brass 18650 models-just this one for AA
https://www.fasttech.com/products/1601/10007053/4217301-cree-xp-g2-r5-3-mode-900lm-led-flashlight
Thanks Gunga 
Oh, that’s great. I didn’t think they’d turn up again. I ordered one just to have a spare to mess around with - it claims to be “restocking” and the date has gotten pushed out a couple of times to 3/2 so far, but at least it’s still listed on my order.
+1, endless “restocking” - ETA was extended several times. Looks like it’s out of stock indeed.
It took 2 weeks before mine was shipped, from the date of order.
Arrived yesterday. A few differences compared to my original one;
* Tube is about 6mm longer.
* Double sided driver.
* XM-L2 emitter.
Not sure if it's an ATtiny chip, my clip wouldn't fit due to the CAP being in the way.
5 modes; L,M,H, SoS, Blink. Next mode memory. Have not tested to see if it's set up for config change via the stars.
Machining quality is on par with original, & threads match.
There's almost enough spare thread in the head to cut it down to 18350 size..... Hmmmm :)
Disappointing that it’s longer than the original. That’s too bad. Mine apparently shipped yesterday after ordering 2/25, not so bad I guess. Is the driver still held in place with a threaded retaining ring like the original, or is it soldered in now?
Still has the same pill & threaded retaining ring.
I can’t see the pictures. I’m curious about what is taller.
I can't see the pics either.
Sorry about pics for those that can’t see…. What’s the best method for sharing pics from Google pics??
The length difference is in the tube only. The head & tailcap are the same length.
You could save and then upload to imgur.com and post the links, don’t even need an account. Doesn’t look like the forum lets you upload directly.
So everything else is the same? Just a longer tube? I guess this allows it to fit button top cells. The spring on the tailcap is too small and weak though. Has it been beefed up?
Apart from the differences I mentioned earlier, it’s the same light.The switch & rear spring are the same.
Yes, it would accommodate a longer cell, but the tube diameter is the same, so a protected cell is still going to be a tight fit, just like the original light.