[Canceled] Sofirn SP70 BLF Edition

If they go with no tail switch, can the one from the original SP70 be swapped and used?

I'd miss mine!

I don't know how willing Sofirn is to go for a long list of options, but it's what would really satisfy BLF (and part of why Simon/Convoy are so popular here). Opinions vary on SMO/OP, tail switch or not, what the tail switch would do (lockout only or on-when-pressed), what emitter and if it's sliced, even 26650 vs 21700.

Really, the things I'd change would be driver + UI + retaining ring, and probably a ~5000K emitter in at least P2 bin. If my current SP70 had a retaining ring, I'd already have swapped the driver.

EDC :laughing:

Why? I've swapped many a driver with no retaining ring. You saw my pics of the driver? Mine easily re-assembled. The battery tube locks it down, keeps it in place. Easy stuff...

Guess I'll have to, then :P

Of course it would be better with a nice brass retaining ring. Funny, I just got in a $10 26650 zoomie with side switch, USB charging, bought here. Even this cheap thing had an alum driver retaining ring and fully disassembled easily.

Thanks Scallywag, I’ll check that link out. Always keen to learn more.

The proposed specs sound good. I love the look of unanodized body of BLF A6 and Convoy L2, so I like to have that if possible.

Me too. I just wish it had a real strobe like the SP33. Then I could freeze the drunks I encounter.

Turbo doesn’t work?

does it mean not so many people want a BLF SP70?

I understand that, there are already 2*26650 lights, or even big 4*18650 monsters. I have to say Sofirn is late. :frowning:

I think there have been enough good suggestions for an upgraded version. Not much more anyone can add

I’d be interested

I don’t know about the 4*18650, but I haven’t seen any standout 2*26650’s. I think the SP70 might be a smaller market because it’s in the middle range of throw and flood. For me its ideal, I like the combination and I’d like it even more with a NW, some BeCu springs and an AR lens.

你好巴里,

I got the impression that many people on BLF (and TLF as well) wait for the SP70 BLF edition. I presume the actual interest will depend on what Sofirn is about to improve on the BLF edition. What changes are you going to commit to?

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Thomas

I think the light is still wanted but is not getting much attention as it normally would. It’s been a late spring in North America and people are just getting outside for yard work and recreation.

The FT03 and new Emisar are getting quite a bit of attention. The lantern and FW3A are getting even more attention. Even the C8G seems to be forgotten at the moment, surprising for a boost driven xhp 35 in a C8 at that price point.

Plus the SP70 is an excellent light as is, especially for the price. A little bit of modding seems to really pay off. Maybe tweaking the C8G driver to work with two cells in series and driving an xhp 35 at max would perk some people up. Just need to get the smooth reflector working good.

There are a lot of good suggestions. Proper BeCu alloy springs. Different bin XHP70.2. Anduril or NarsilM driver.

Sofirn's response to these suggestions would be nice.

But, it's BLF. I'll just mod it while I wait.

As said above, quite a few people are waiting on the BLF-edition.

Sofirn is not late with the SP70, a 2*26650 light like the SP70 is unique thusfar because of the size of the reflector. It is substantially larger than the Convoy L6 reflector and will potentially throw a lot better. But the size of the reflector of the SP70 still fits the body size and the SP70 is therefore a very managable flashlight, unlike the BLF GT that is too chunky to carry for many people.

If the SP70 gets a well-made smooth reflector (perhaps a bit deeper than the current OP reflector?, but that requires re-designing the head), and does a good job on focussing the led inside the reflector, and keep the other current qualities of the SP70, I’m sure the BLF edition will be very popular.

Good quality smooth reflector, shaved XHP 70.2 @ 5000K, SS bezel, good driver with easy UI…………………………yes please.
My Keppower 26650 / 6000mAh are just waiting for this beauty to arrive. :+1: :+1: :+1:

Cheers,
Nico

I am waiting for the BLF Edition.