I think it’s just a first prototype, not a final design. If I understand correctly, the finish is probably not right on this one, and perhaps other details too.
I signed on very early in the process, and had not read this thread for quite a while. Countless posts of people who want in, or who want out. Sometimes without looking at the title of the thread. A few days ago I did an inventory of lights I have, and lights that are on their way to me. Looking at the bottom-line I asked myself: do I really need one more light?
One glance at this picture made it perfectly clear: Yes, I do!
There seems to be an imbalance now that one side has a gradual slope and the other side has an abrupt edge. Maybe both ends of the inner tube should have matching slopes? That would give it more of a coke bottle shape or woman’s shape, which is sexy of course! Lol
The ledge at the back end is a functional part of the design, and shouldn’t be a smooth slope. That’s where the fingers catch to provide something to push against when pushing the tail button — cigar-style grip. It’s a bit like a tactical grip ring.