My 1x extension TK75 and my X60vn are just fine with the “issues” you describe. And I used my X60vn in Afghanistan in the middle of Kabul.
Shelf queens they were not.
I also like DavidEF’s idea even better - give the cone to those who want it, and I’ll take #2 for a potential GT4/GF quad.
I don’t see any mess, when designers have a friendly “competition” they bring out their very best and the forum wins! Given the acceptance of both designs it wouldn’t surprise me that another manufacturer picks up the design not selected for this project, I honestly don’t care if design 1 or 2 gets picked they both kick butt!!! I would probably buy both to be honest…!!!
What a close race , very exiting to see. But also a bit sad since it seems the group is very split in what the light should look like.
I just want to add that regardless of the design i will buy one.
This bold is what I mean and the sometimes not all that friendly posts teacher, Jerommel said it well and he knows since we have a little pm going on with the designers
Thank God, before I vote for… potato power D5 , I realized that this is a serious poll. Then again I realized that only serious flashaholics should vote in a BLF’s GT thrower poll, so please inform whow can I cancel my D1 vote, as I’m still a newbie! :disappointed:
I had specific reasons for choosing option 2 and given what TA said about the need for knurling and no cost difference between the two heads, it was a good choice :D. VOTE DESIGN-2!! design 1 is a plunger and sends mean emails!
#1 design is classy and reminds me of the Polarion... my dream flashlight for many years. #2 looks badass like a L6 on steroids. If the manufacturer can also make the handle my vote goes for #1, but if not I'll go with #2. Either design is amazing!
The handle will not be coming with the light although you will be able to use a tripod mounted handle on both lights.
Fritz could most likely upload the CAD file for the handle though and it is possible it could be 3D printed but it would not look nearly as good or be as strong as metal.