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

So it’s really a matter of whether it’s a high current cell, very high current, or ultra super high current (smirk). The CDR is a step below the highest current, and a step above the maximum capacity cella (which, these days, are also IMHO “high current” since 10A is ~3C).

YM (usually)V, and I’m curious to do some tailcap clamp meter measurements to see if it’s going over 8A or so. I have a lot of 3Ah 18650s so will probably use one as the main one in this light. OTOH, I don’t usually charge the cell before every use, and set the charger to 4.1 vs 4.2V, so that lowers the FET current as well (a good thing in this case).

Not bothering to track mine. It’ll be a happy day when it comes.

many many thanks for this practical advice.

Mine has been shipped :+1:

I'm successfully tracking mine with Flyt Express and DHL so far. I chose 3D with the free shipping option, and it was fulfilled the next day (April 29).

So, packets are either shipped by DHL Packet(free shipping with tracking), and DHL Express.

Damn. While the final shipping is done by the national courier, Neal must be paying quite a bit more using DHL Packet compared to e-Packet/China Post.

Just placed my order yesterday… 1 of each including some batteries (both sony and samsung).

Now the waiting game.

Will the group buy code and procedure still work for the SST-20 version or will we just have to order from lumintop at a higher price?

Neal said yes, it will work.

Got my regular shipping confirmation to the UK today.

Regarding battery discussion several posts ago; does anyone know of a current good deal on any of the three high capacity cells (35E, MJ1 or GA)?

is this one? https://www.illumn.com/batteries-chargers-and-powerpax-carriers/batteries/18650-samsung-inr18650-35e-3500mah-high-discharge-flat-top.html

Yes, a great one.

The 35E and MJ1 can be had for about $5 from the trustworthy websites. I’m sure someone has them for less :wink:

$5ish is good, but I haven’t found a decent shipping price.

A Pair of Ace’s ….

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. Very NICE! :wink: :+1:

. Great job TK and the FW3A gang! :beer:

Nice!

I can’t wait for mine to show up, but I have a brand new Zebralight to be playing with in the meantime. When the FW3A shows up, I’m going to pit it against the Emisar D4 and the Zebralight SC64w HI and maybe even write up some kind of basic comparative review. I feel like these three flashlights are at the top of their game in the super-compact 18650 category.

The Eagle has Landed… and IT IS FIT!!! :+1:

Beautiful creamy white XP-L HI 3D Medium CRI tint.

Fit n’ finish appears perfect.

Clip color is great.

Ano is very good.

All in all just a very nice package.

Thank you to those that made it happen!! :beer:

More later after dark…… :wink:

Oh yeah…. A 30Q button top will fit, I checked. :wink:

A special thanks to TK for her dedication & seeing this through!!

Thank you Neal for everything & more!! You’ll know what I’m talking about. :wink:

18650 Battary Store has the ga for $5.49 and I have found their shipping is reasonable.

Thanks. But are they legit? The reason I ask is that I saw some 9000mah junk on their bay site, which always gives me pause.