That’s a hard light 
Very nice, I like the hexagon with rounded corners much better than the star shape, but that’s just me.
Also keep in mind that black type 3 anodization is slightly less durable than just plain type 3.
Still more durable than type 2 of course.
I used clear type 3 on my previous build:
It will look different on 7075 though, this was on 6061.
IMO 7075 is the ideal material for a flashlight, it’s very light and durable, but doesn’t have the thermal or electrical conductivity issues that titanium has.
I wish more manufacturers used it.
21700 battery support is also ideal, as those batteries have the highest capacity per volume as well as energy density (capacity per weight) so great choice there.
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Since this flashlight is basically taking everything to the highest quality, I would recommend to maybe use these springs in it: Second Generation Silver Plated High Current Beryllium Copper Springs and 95+CRI SST20!
Silver plated and high conductivity copper.
Add a bypass too for even lower resistance 
And one last suggestion, if it doesn’t have a tail switch, you could fit one of these on the inside of the tailcap and make it magnetic too
Okay, that puts it in a better perspective. Not as large as I originally thought. I can carry a L2P in most pants I wear in the winter and even a few pairs of shorts I wear in the summer so, that’s not too bad. I love the look. Great selection of emitters. I like a simple 3 or 4 mode UI but it seems this will be easily configurable for just about anything.
I will likely do a short run of clear Type 3 but I know nothing about this yet…I will see when I am there.
What do you think about the silver plated springs I mentioned?
Also, do you think the light will be below 300 USD?
If it is then I’m definitely buying one
I bypass the spring with high quality teflon wires and all seem good. I am not sure if a silver plated spring will add anything. Light should be well below 300. I honestly got no clue on pricing yet but I hope to have the starter package be around ~$150. An all decked out with fancy hardware and quads W1/W2s may be $250-$300. But who knows we will seee…
I really like both of them, already hearing my wallet scream 
vinhnguyen54 wrote: I will likely do a short run of clear Type 3 but I know nothing about this yet…I will see when I am there.
Consider this a commitment/reservation for a maxed-out in clear if these are produced.
NOTED! Thanks! 
@Vinh, that looks like such a dope light. And with an SST-20 4000k 95CRI option and 21700 support, it just makes it even better.
300$US is a bit out of my league though. And by a bit, I mean a LOT. Even the starter package at 150$US is a bit much, for me anyway.
About my springs, they are silver plated Beryllium Copper C17530. Used alone, they are great.
Used in a dual spring setup though, they are extremely potent. Extremely close to a bypass in terms of electrical performance. Can handle 21A+ of current sustainably. Less work than a spring bypass too, and less chance of failure.
Also, is 6061 series aluminium cheaper than 7075? I guess that is the reason it is used most of the time.
Subscribed! I have nothing to add, but will be looking forward to see this project
I want two if the price is good.
At first I thought someone was going to be terraforming a planet, but this sounds better. 
Definitely NOT in the “BUDGET” Class hey.
That would probably top out under $50.
LOL! :laughing: :+1:
Vihn you’ve built good lights into better for a few years now. It’s sounds like a natural progression to put all that knowledge into your build. I’m a little confused on a couple of points if you could help me please? You list a few set ups on LED’s are the heads on these lights interchangeable? Will the finished lights have knurling? Good luck on your endeavor. And are you going to the SHOT show this year?
6061-T6 boasts 28% greater heat and electrical conductivity and 20% greater heat capacity than 7075-T6 aluminum with a tensile strength 28% greater than alloy 6063-T6. The “T6” portion of the material grade refers to the heat treatment and is a critical specification. Simply specifying “6061” is woefully inadequate as 6061-T6 has a yield strength four times greater than 6061-T0.
Compared to the $500-$2000 flashlights this is definitely budget.
It depends on how big a person’s ‘budget’ is.
Pretty much everything you can buy from metals distributors is T6, that’s the standard.
If something just says 6061 you can assume it’s all T6.
I agree Enderman. And if we purchase 3, 4, or 5 budget lights in a year, why not save up and splurge from time to time on something a little more special. :+1:
I am off to set up a GoFund me for this one. Looking like a must have. lol