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

They are not being shipped out in any particular order.

Has tracking stopped for anyone else today? I get an error in Chinese, Google translate suggests “please enter verification code”

I finally figured out what that fifth pocket is for on your jeans: the FW3A. :person_with_crown:

Yes, me too, using Flyt Express.
Given that the error message only flashes up for about 3 seconds with nowhere obvious to enter a code i get the impression it’s a site error rather than anything to do with the delivery process, but have no idea how to check this or actually track the delivery :confused: (It’s not showing up on RM or Yodel).

Thanks, I had a similar thought. As it’s more than just me I’m more happy that it’s a site problem. I know it’ll arrive in good time, just excited.

When it was working it brought up a code beginning with an F which worked to give the same information on 17track. Wish I’d made a note of it.

It’s handy having someone to compare notes with!

my tracking only shows this, not sure whats going on ?

May 10 08:08
Electronic shipment information received
PostNL

My FW3A arrived after precisely 2 weeks.

That means the shipper has been notified (electronically) to expect a package.

In other words, your package will be shipped soon.

I wanted to share my attempt to make a diffuser. The diffuser rests on top of the clip when extended. The diffuser can be pushed down and held in place with the clip with minimal increase to overall diameter or length.

1) Purchased glucose tablets for $1.89 from CVS drugstore (USA).
2) Removed label and sanded to roughen finish to better scatter the light
3) Sanded top to remove raised edge

I should be getting a 3D and a 7A today via DHL. I'll report on the the 7A comparing to the 3D - don't think anyone received a 7A yet.

I always wonder how these types of diffuser would look with some foil in the top (bottom?)

how well does the “diffuse” stay on? While simulating signalling to person or vehicle?

Mine still in transit, or would test myself.

I’m planning to use it while tail standing so this works okay for me. Tape could be used to reduce the inner diameter of the tube a little bit to make it more secure.

Mine arrived Friday! Busy weekend.

Impressions:

  • It's very small. Shorter than my SC62. Almost the exact same length as my D4, while being thinner.
  • The design is unique among my lights. Very sleek.
  • I initially wished the pocket clip was of a deep-carry style, but after two days I don't care. The design is extremely secure, and I don't notice that the clip ring is "too wide" unless I try.
  • The anodizing is very smooth, almost slippery. However, I don't have any issues hanging on to the light.
  • The button is very tactile. It can be pressed from the edge, and it will kind of rock slightly, but it still registers the press.
  • The beam is very nice with this optic/emitter combo.
  • Turbo will cook the light very quickly. It gets hot faster than my D4 with Luxeon V. Nobody was kidding when they said this host was not designed to handle high-power turbo heat. I have reconsidered my desire to swap Luxeon Vs into this light.
  • First Anduril light. Neat stuff.

God, with lights this compact using 18650s, all my 16340 lights make me feel like I'm getting screwed on capacity & output.

Oh this would make me wish the FW3A was built like an Emisar D4 and an 8A linear driver.

Would be a very nice upgrade.

Ditto.

Ditto, but if you go to 17track it still works but it still hasn’t moved.

Good points. It’s amazing how compact this is for an 18650 flashlight with triple emitters. It’s exactly the length of a Zebralight SC64 (single emitter 18650), while being slightly wider. Will have to show a photo comparison. So pocket-capable. I thought the super smooth anodizing would be a problem, but the wide band of knurling on the head module is decent enough for grip, and the lip of the tube where it meets the tail cap helps a lot. A fully knurled body would ruin the aesthetics. The lack of any markings whatsoever adds to the cleanliness. Button design is excellent and feels tight to me (don’t perceive any rocking). My only gripe is that press-hold for moonlight requires a little longer hold than I’d like (I trigger last mode a bit, forgetting I need to hold a fractional second longer for moonlight). Turbo does indeed heat up pretty fast. Something like an Astrolux S43 has a much beefier heat sync. But one has to keep in mind this form factor with present day LED’s is just not appropriate for long max output. The 3D tint seems to be like a neutral that reveals cooler on turbo, which works fine for me (generally I prefer warmer, like Samsung LH351D in ZL SC64c LE, but also enjoy neutral). This is also my first Anduril light and the UI has some interesting differences from NarsilM.

I have measurements on other levels in my Reddit mini-review. Unfortunately I couldn’t get a 7A or 1A to test.

Cree XP-L HI “3D” (4750-5000K)
table(table#posts).
|Level|CCT|Duv|CRI (Ra)|CRI (R9)|Data|
|Turbo|5052K|0.0006|70|–27|TM-30, R-values|
|Ramp Ceiling|4856K|0.0037|70|–31|TM-30, R-values|
|1x7135|4796K|0.0040|71|–26|TM-30, R-values|

Nichia 219B sw45k R9080
table(table#posts).
|Level|CCT|Duv|CRI (Ra)|CRI (R9)|Data|
|Turbo|4550K|–0.0163|94|85|TM-30, R-values|
|Ramp Ceiling|4483K|–0.0106|94|94|TM-30, R-values|
|1x7135|4477K|–0.0095|95|91|TM-30, R-values|

Edit: I forgot to include the dedomed LH351D results.

Dedomed 5000K Samsung LH351D (SPHWHTL3DA0GF4RTS6)
table(table#posts).
|Level|CCT|Duv|CRI (Ra)|CRI (R9)|Data|
|Turbo|4447K|0.0008|92|52|TM-30, R-values|
|Ramp Ceiling|4294K|0.0003|93|59|TM-30, R-values|
|1x7135|4164K|–0.0003|94|64|TM-30, R-values|