IF25A w/ batt for $22 legit?

Picked up a 4000K … many thanks for the heads up.

I just ordered another one for a friend. This is his entry into my world of flashlights. He normally just buys something from Wal Mart. How’s that for a step up.
Just checked my tracking on my first order, it’s here, I can’t believe it. In 2 days it came from Greenville, PA. to Honolulu, WOW.
When I receive it I should check the package for skid marks. I have NEVER gotten anything from Aliexpress so fast. I usually wait at least a month.
It even beats stuff I order from Amazon. Gotta remember these guys the next time I need a light.

Edit:
Just checked for another friend, sad to say, sale over.
I got in my 2nd order just in time.

Yeah tried that doesn’t work for if25a. I did get the additional $4 off for first time app use

Probably authentic. Price depends on where you buy. Direct or from source. Sound familiar? The Chinese operate like Amazon.

Anyone get this yet picture shows a black button. Anduril ver #

@ TIFisher

Thanks for keeping my head straight.

Optimally, the length should be from 4-5” and width from 1/2-1” or
so (just big enough to get a good grip in a cramped space). Otherwise,
the light fumbles in the hand, dropping into; water, abyss or into
electrical components.

The intense light, long throws, colder colors and powerful batteries,
sought by many BLF members, is counterproductive in this use case.
Long throws are not important, cold light creates glare, intense light
blinds and narrow beams leave the broader canvas darkened. Further
thoughts which you may have are most welcome.

Maybe look into a Convoy S2+. Fits your size criteria, a plethora of warm/high CRI emitter options, and different reflector/ optics to explore which suits your use case best. Still around $20.

This is not one of those I think I’ll consider buying this light problems. It’s a one time deal and probably not even an intentional deal. If you look at the coupons you can see that the deal was probably $15 off of $250 not 25. So hypothetically this was just an accidental deal but a pretty good deal nonetheless sorry ya missed it

These are indeed Anduril 1. Mine has version 2020 0318. To be fair the listing and the manual both say just Anduril. Now I have one IF25A w/ Anduril 1, one w/ Anduril 2, and four different compatible lenses coming from Convoy. Fun fun fun! The button is the same with green aux on both versions and externally identical. With auxes on low both draw about 70-80uA.

@TIFisher

My knowledge of options and specs is limited. Yet it appears the options noted; emitter, reflector and optics, have potential to make a big difference. Color temperature too! The colder temps produce glare. Long throws and intense, narrow, hotspots are counterproductive. Far better to have generous, clean flood with minimal artifact. So the near field is evenly illuminated. Given the needs presented, how would you spec the device? Thank-you.

Could you please link those optics?

Me? This is the 4-pack of S21D lenses which I understand also fit the IF25A:

Got the 4000k version early today along with a 12$ Wuben G2 from Amazon .
this is a hell of a great deal . Great tint wonderful UI less than 170 grams loaded with a free battery . The G2 is cute but the i25a is an epic lil beasty. … Should have bought more :)

usb C lightweight and small for being a 21700/ free battery / great tint / super ui.
ok let’s beat on it a bit …

a tail magnet would be nice.
- ano is slick black and looks like cheap paint .

  • hate these green buttons .
  • aux lights would be nice

but if you buy the cheapest 21700 battery you can find and get it shipped it will cost you 8$ minimum … making this the best $15 light deal on the planet .

Thanks, just got my IF25A last night. The beam seems pretty perfect already but in case I want to experiment it’s good to have. This is my first 4000k light and while it is pleasant to the eye, I do miss the lumens a 5000k produces without as much heat. I’m more a lumen monster.

Pretty sure I already know the answer but WTH. There isn’t any way to calibrate the battery check in this version of Anduril, correct?

I rarely buy lights and only own a few but this deal was too good to pass up so I snagged one of the 4000k ones. It shipped from a usa address and arrived yesterday. The tint is nice. It should serve me just fine.

I could quibble about a few things, like no in-situ flashing pads for instance, but the light is good as-is and it’s just another good light I’ll have on hand when it’s needed. Doesn’t need to be perfect in every way.

Haha, I bought those two as well, Boaz. Until I mod them they won’t be getting any use.

The 4000k IF25A is quite green. I used some minus green (purchased from Boaz) and I think it’s still too green for my picky eyes.

I’m thinking this one would be a good candidate for some 519A.

I don’t see the 15 off coupon. I only see $2 off.

I got mine. 4K. Overall I like it. The output is a bit underwhelming compared to the specs. Not usually worrying much about CCT and Ra, If I had it to do again I would buy the higher CCT version. Low is OK for night navigation in the house. Will not be my favorite for dog walking. Not much throw. Reminds me of my S21D with 60 degree optic. Form factor is OK, but the relatively big head makes it a bit much for a pants pocket light (unless you have real big pockets). A good clip would be nice to have for it.
BTW, mine was Andruil 1. I thought I read they and implemented A2 on the latest ones. Maybe old stock.
Overall though, a very nice deal.
OH… the included cell would not charge in my MC3000. It measured 1.56 volts. (again, old stock?) I had to trickle it in the VP4+ for a while. It did charge after that. Resting voltage is 4.17. I hope it is not damaged…

My eyes must not be sensitive to all this “green” tint people complain about with SST-20 4000K. ALL my samples, with exclusion of one Wurkkos WKO1, appear to be pretty darn close to BBL, and my FWAA is assuredly negative duv. I have nothing to scientifically measure CCT/tint, thus my observations are just that. Not being provocative, but I just don’t see it.
I jumped on this deal (and thank you again JagerLion) because I absolutely love my original IF25A 4000K and wanted an original stock backup with Anduril 1. To my eye, the tint is darn near perfect with a fantastic beam profile on both units. It’s unbelievable to me these lights can be had at such low prices sometimes. If something comparable were manufactured in the U.S., they’d probably be going for 4-5 times the money.

Lousy photo, but L>R, IF25A, FWAA, Wurkkos WK01. All SST-20 4000K. White balance 5100K.