Scratches on Astrolux flashlight lenses

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Hi guys,

I recently noticed on at least two of my brand new Astrolux flashlights (S41 Nichia 219C and MF-01 XP-G2) a very thin and linear scratch on the glass lens. Both scratches have in common that they look similar in proportion and appearance. The scratches begin in the center of the glass lens and are perpendicular aligned to the outer bezel ring. I wonder if this is just coincidence or maybe a glitch in production or caused by a machine during assembly.

I took a picture of it to visualize the scratch. As I do not have DSLR equipment here, I could only take a shot with my phone. Hopefully, it can be seen on the picture.

Has anyone else found these kind of scratches on their (Astrolux) flashlights? All my other flashlights do not have these kind of scratches on their glass lenses. Thanks for your feedback.

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nope, there is no scratch on my s41 lens.
could it be some sharp metal object did that?

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It came out of the box like this, so it is impossible that it was caused by me, e.g. due to sharp edges of keys in the pocket or else. What really makes me wonder is the fact, that even an MF01 with a significant larger diameter has the same kind of scratch on the glass lens. It can only be seen when you look on it from the right angle against the light and it seems to be on the inner side of the glass. There is no carved line in the surface of the outer side of the glass. I did not notice any influence on the lightbeam, though.