I have one of lexels 17mm with Narsil that I haven’t used yet. This might be a good place for it. 
Can you confirm this for us? I’m thinking of getting the Convoy C8 SS bezel just for the new C8F. This appears to be the older version of the C8F with the SS bezel installed:
There are 2 types of SS bezel!
Old and new - the old one doesn’t fit, the new one does - at least on the “old” C8F (non-Side-Switch)
As you can see on this image - there is a thin gap between Bezel-End and Case - if it bothers you, you can put in a thin O-Ring or use a thinner O-Ring for the Glass.
Ok. Thanks for clearing things.
When I tried the SS bezel on mine (older non-eswitch version) the inside shelf to lens depth was wrong and the lens was loose. Mixing between the companies seemed wrong so I didn’t bother trying to make it work. I can, of course, since I have the lathe, just decided not to.
In a similar way I chose to keep the original driver save for swapping out the MOSFET. 
Just finished the C8F with the D4 style ramping UI. Tried the lighted E-SW with OTC and got wonky double flash and it would only ramp sometimes.
Took out the OTC and it is fine now. I do need to change the resistors to get my white LEDs brighter. Will post back when its completely finished.
Here is the lighted E-SW. Works well, no apparent issues to the D4 UI with OTC removed.
SW Leds are still too bright IMO. And dust in reflector. Need to dim it a bit and a proper cleaning. It was open on the bench too long.
Lookin’ good, vw!
Thanks gchart, sent ya PM. :person_facepalming:
Made a big jump in resistance, from 7.5K to 22K to dim them down. Thanks for the advice gchart, save a ton of hassle.
New 22K
Old 7.5K
C8 with 3 LEDs and 18650? It’s not fashionable anymore …
16 LEDs and 26650! 48000 lumens (fire extinguisher included). Now Available! Only from 17 dollars! You will not be disappointed! 
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/48000-Lumen-High-Power-Flashlight-3-to-16-CREE-XML-T6-Powerful-LED-Flash-light-with18650/32844557824.html
By the way, C8 with 26650 looks very nice. When will Sofirn please us with this version?
26650? Not for me, thank you. The 18650 tube is a more pleasing fit in my hand than a 26650 tube.
You do realize, of course, that those XM-L emitters are not going to make 48,000 lumens, 16 or otherwise? And if you decide to modify it with newer emitters, the cost will be prohibitive.
The C8 is loved for it’s compact size and modability, Sofirn is keeping it real in this regard and giving us a very nice light. Imposters can try, but good luck getting what you think your’e getting.
Edit: I even see a claim of a Stainless Steel shell, which would be a high resistance and would actually stop the light from making much headway towards the ludicrous output claims. 3800 lumens from 3 XM-L T6 LED’s? HA! Remember the Lixada 3800 that claimed 3800 lumens from 3 XM-L emitters? Can’t hit 3800 in it with new XM-L2’s and an FET direct drive driver. Interesting light, but it doesn’t even draw my interest and everybody knows I’m a dyed in the wool flashaholic….
16 SST-40s cost $25.6. Not cheap, but not terrible either. Put them on 2s direct drive with a pair of 26350 and have a light that overheats way faster than Emisar D4.
I’m sure Wildcat was just joking around by posting that.
Besides, that light is not C8 sized. It’s head is Q8 sized with a 26650 battery tube.
I’d like to see the capability of changing modes using the side switch or a tail switch. This way you can pick up the light however you can if your in a hurry and turn it on asap.
Also, XLP-HI x 3 for more throw.
I’d really like to see all of the goodness of this light put into the Convoy L4 which is a nicer looking light, IMHO. It also has a thicker battery tube and may possibly be able to be bored out to accept a 21700 or 20700 battery. Unfortunately, Sofirn and Convoy are not the same company.
Sofirn is a comparatively young company that listens to it’s consumer base, improvements are made according to the reviews and input garnered there, so don’t be surprised to see Sofirn step up and answer some of the requests people have made, in this or another light entirely. They do have a wide offering, I plan to be purchasing at least several of their other models in the coming weeks…
Tell me about it…
Other than “Ultrafire” (real and otherwise) and maybe Convoy, I think I bought more Sofirn lights than any other brand.
Just in case you didn’t know.
Your comments are air.