FW3A, a TLF/BLF EDC flashlight - SST-20 available, coupon codes public

Please add me to the list!

Can somebody help me decide: This or the D4? I like the D4’s look, but are there any benefits the FW3A has compared to the D4?

It is even smaller and a bit more lightweight. The user interface is a bit more advanced too (newest Narsil).

The D4 is pretty conventional.

This light has a rather unique rear mounted e switch using an inner tube to make contact. So it’s pretty unusual. I like the uniqueness.

The FW3A comes with a pocket clip. The D4 requires mod’ to get one on it. It’s my biggest gripe with the D4. Small EDC pocket lights require a clip and need to have it designed in, not added as a kludge add-on. It’s aggravating when a light can be so good yet miss something so simple.

The FW3A is far more cost effective at 1/2 the price of the D4.

Why not get the D4 now and the FW3A later?

please put me on the list, I couldn’t resist……
(for 2 lights, plz!)

The problem with muggle mode for gifted lights is that they will revert back to the standard Narsil after a battery change.

The solution is easy. A few minutes to explain how the light works. Heck, Narsil isn’t difficult. If someone can’t grasp it they probably should hand the light to someone capable of understanding the extremely simple UI to keep them out of trouble.

That’s why there are junk lights in the hardware store. For folks like that.

Do as me, buy both :laughing:
I guess we Are talking about Emisar d4?

There is a major disadvantage with the FW3A though: Its doesnt exsist… 8 months sience the OP and we only know the manufacturer.

The D4 is ready to buy and you have the xpl option with 4300lm. The cost however can be twice as high. The position of the switch is also a major aspect, tail vs side.

Please add me to the list for one, MillerMeister!

Thanks!

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Not true, it does exist, at least in prototype form. I’ve seen pics on Facebook, shared by Neal Zhang. I tried to find them again but they were in a comment, not in their own post, and Facebook search really sucks. So I couldn’t, sorry. But it definitely exists.

It may not be available for sale yet, but it does at least exist… (edit: oops, emarkd already posted about it)

I think this might be the picture you’re referring to:

I’m hoping the prototype(s) will be sent soon so we can get moving again on development and testing.

Is this the final design of the FW3A ? It is different from the pics in the first post

I think it’s just a first prototype, not a final design. If I understand correctly, the finish is probably not right on this one, and perhaps other details too.

At least I like the profile of Fritz’s design better, I’m not so fond of smooth curves. (nice clip though!)

I signed on very early in the process, and had not read this thread for quite a while. Countless posts of people who want in, or who want out. Sometimes without looking at the title of the thread. A few days ago I did an inventory of lights I have, and lights that are on their way to me. Looking at the bottom-line I asked myself: do I really need one more light?
One glance at this picture made it perfectly clear: Yes, I do!

That’s funny. I prefer the curves. To each his or her own!

Regardless of the shape, I’m looking forward to this light!

same with me! :slight_smile: