*BLF LT1 Lantern Project) (updated Nov,17,2020)

Not sure how that will be published. I was going to put a column into the files I periodically push to the cloud with who had been sent a code but then again I had everything stored in a database.

:+1: Well said TK. There will be always those few who will never understand that these projects are done entirely free, & on a volunteer basis by a group of people who share common interests in the hobby and topic, and the work is done across only the internet form around the world, through here on BudgetLightForums, with time barriers, language barriers, communication barriers, and more. For anyone to expect things to be perfect is crazy, but i feel we all did a great job of getting it rolling regardless of the hiccups, glitches, and delays, at least its finally rolling into production for everyone, even after 3+ years from the start, which makes me happy no matter what.

In for one, thank you!

I’d like to be on the list for another 4pcs

I’m already down for 6pcs but have family that will be wanting them

  1. here, just ordered w/cells…didn’t have time yesterday, delivery date showing Nov 7 earliest…lol.

I tried the eBay route and the bid was not accepted. Showed in stock, offered $49.99 and gave my name and number. Oh well I’m no hurry anyway.

Well spoken DBSAR! :THUMBS-UP:

I have joined the team very late in the process when Sofirn asked me to do something about the LT1 manual, mainly its translation into German. I must admit that when I asked for help on the content-wise parts I did not expect so many helpful people here who immediately jumped in and spent most of their spare time to get everything right and even to tie up the last loose ends that were still found once we thought we were finished, e.g. discovering that STEPPED RAMP is the default mode. We wouldn't be where we are now without this great help, so stereodude, also to you many thanks for your help once again.

I have kindly asked Sofirn to put some more attention to the whole process of making the manual, especially with regard to the schedule of launching new lights on the market. I volunteered to also help them with future manuals and I would be happy to be on board again with the next BLF collaboration.

Happy weekend to everyone! :-)

Cheers, Thomas

I’m kind of confused. Should I be making an offer on ebay, buying on GB, aliexpress, or waiting for a PM with a unique code? I’m number 1965 if that matters…?

Thanks

Is it too late to join in on the GB? I’d like one and an Amazon link would be great. :+1:

FYI- I’m around #300 and haven’t heard anything.

I’m in.

I would like to order 2 of them please.

both with batteries included. Please P.M when they’re ready :).

I got a PM with a code this morning and I’m at 251, so you’re pretty close I assume.

Not throwing darts at Sofirn, but not sure what order is being followed.

I’m in!

My summary of this project:

First off, thanks again DBSAR, TK, Sig, sb, Lex and everyone who was part of this!! This project is a VERY good example of people with different high level skill sets working together to make something so refined and so useful to many.

For years I have worked with professionals who ARE PAID to develop products in the USA and built mostly overseas with similar circumstances. Very rarely do they turn out this well and are refined at this level especially on a first run. Keep in mind, my people are paid professionals who do this for a living. There are so many variables that come into play that no one party is in control of. If ANY of the parties involved are not completely dedicated or motivated, the project can not reach this level. If any of the parties can not give the time to perfect their part, or feel they are not being compensated enough or whatever, it will not reach this level. A factory has to be willing to build at a high level and work with you in good faith that it will be PROFITABLE which is the bottom line. All these factors and more can easily derail any project.

It takes a very special group of knowledgeable, dedicated, passionate professionals all coming together to make these things work.

This project has been as successful or more so than most I have been involved with that were considered a SUCCESS by people who were PAID to do it! I almost think that those who volunteered on this are more dedicated because they WERE NOT paid to do it. They did it because they really wanted to. I think this brings out the passion that money can’t buy.

I don’t think most consumers realize how difficult it is to pull something like this off from conception to in your hands with this level of success especially without development fund$ from a corporation behind them. I don’t think most will ever even understand/appreciate the detail, quality and amount of well thought out features of the LT1. This is OK since it will handle the needs of many different people and applications because it does cover so many.

I think the BLF LT1 project from start to finish ticks ALL the boxes and I DO FULLY appreciate how this worked out. I only wish I had a team like this working for me every day because I would be satisfied and probably also very rich! lol

I am watching daily in anticipation as these codes roll out.

Thanks again to all!

Looking at Sig’s spreadsheet, he’s listed at 255 and 802.

My apology…That is my 2nd number which I haven’t received, yet.
My first is #256 which is the one I ordered

Other people over 500 were able. Maybe they’re checking the numbers now or maybe you just shouldn’t have volunteered the number. Personally, I think they’re going to have to expand things. They’re not going to be able to sell all of the first 500 LT1’s by restricting sales to only the first 500 slots on the interest list.

“They’re not going to be able to sell all of the first 500 LT1’s by restricting sales to only the first 500 slots on the interest list.”

They are not restricting the sale of the LT1. Both models are For Sale on both Amazon and EBay - Available now for world wide purchase.

Anyone can purchase now for either lantern version - Either at full price (EBay) or at a 30/34% discount (Amazon). Want the Forum discount then go to EBay and use the Make Offer portal. Want the Forum discount for Amazon purchase - Then one will need the code.

OK, I misunderstood this. Apparently one does not need to have a code, or even be on the interest list, to get the forum discount on EBay - just be a forum member?