Clear anodized Convoy S2+ (switch poll closed) now just discussion

The convoy clip is already going to be black. Each variation you create adds costs. So if I was Simon3, I wouldn’t make a 2nd clip color. Just doesn’t seem worth it.

IMO unless the clear anodizing and standard stainless switch are the exact same colour it’s going to look out of place.

If the light has the clip fitted I think black stainless switch. Without the clip fitted, the rubber boot pictured looks good.

That was my thinking too. Brushed stainless and bare aluminum do not look the same.

To answer The Miller, the deep carry clip we have now cannot be made in a polished version. It was tried and did not work. That’s why the clips are black. To make the clips in a polished version we would have to redesign the S2+ body with a wider groove. Even if we did that, it’s a stainless clip on an aluminum body so a perfect match is not possible.

well, id go for either a lghted or white rubber boots tailcap and forget about a clip then :wink:

Clear boot, for a lighted tailcap! Why isn’t this one of the choices? :confused:

Simon is the one who stocked the clear boots for all you light-up guys so that wouldn’t be a problem if you’re ordering directly from Simon you could probably have that swapped out with a simple message in your order if the majority wants a rubber boot. This was really meant to be more about the metal switch color choice for a clear anodized version in my mind but that is why I made it a poll. If more people want a rubber switch than the metal one that can probably happen but lets not forget this picture from emarkd… I’m surprised that’s not desired more than a clear boot in the case of the S2+ but I’m just one opinion.

Of course I’d assume emarkd would also be in my camp based on those photos but who knows…

Ok so having never done a poll before I really don’t understand how they work. Is anyone reading this familiar with them? Can I see a running tally or can I only see the numbers when it’s finished? I set it for three weeks if I recall correctly. I appear to have the option to cast a vote myself but I haven’t. I figure that might be considered bad form or something. Not to mention I know what choice I’d make.

Vote, then you can see the results

LOL. Now that’s too funny. Thanks PD. :blush:

Those endcaps look amazing, i hope some modder will sell those. So the ring inside the switch is iluminated?

Thanks! Yes, its got an illuminated board inside the switch which glows up through the nylon bushing around the metal switch. Looks like this:

You can build them yourself. Everything you need is in PilotDog’s thread here: D.I.Y. Illuminated tailcap

But yes, I do have plans to build a few to sell. Just waiting on a couple more parts, and some spare time.

Don’t forget about the Convoy S7, which has a polished steel host and a rubber boot. The boot is easy to switch out to any color you want. It’s also a bit narrower than other 18650 tube lights since the steel doesn’t need to be as thick to get the same strength, and it’s much more resistant to wear.

However, it’s also heavier and can’t shed heat as well, so not a good choice for a triple.

I’ve got a black boot on mine right now, but the plan is to give it a clear boot and fancy lighted tailcap.

SS switch with clear body and SS clip, do not care if do not match exactly . New here, and every light seems to be black body,black tailcap button and black clip ,like the change! :sunglasses: :beer:

The deep carry clip is black and can’t be changed (polished) without redesigning the light. There’s always the bolt on stainless clip. I’m not a fan of it personally but some people like it. Clear ano with the standard stainless button is easy enough though.

Wow these look amazing :slight_smile:

no problem with black clip, I love the clear ano and SS switch. Also going to wait for clear L6!

Apparently Halo, not as many as I would have thought. Still Simon is working on making it happen for the Desert Tan S2+ so if there’s enough interest maybe it could just be made a selectable option like an emitter change as Dwantink suggested. I like that idea too. :beer:

Yea, bit of a surprise. I would have thought the fact that stainless steel and clear anodizing don’t really match would lead more people toward black.

Oh well. Whichever people prefer. Hopefully, the poll results are a good representation of what will sell best. You know, sight unseen.

I hope they are too. If given the opportunity I will post pictures of the clear S2 with the black switch and the regular switch side-by-side. That would be much better than my words.

I like the idea of a option for the tail cap switch. to make it cost effective add a dollar to the choice, SS, black or rubber. Build 30% black, 30% rubber and 40% SS and see what sells best. I would pay a dollar to get my choice. Many would not! Maybe a bad idea?