1.Your favorite light that you own and why it is your favorite (and a picture of it if possible)
Always changing: at the moment, it’s my Convoy S3 XP-G2 triple. 3x CW (I like cool tints!) XP-G2 emitters in the S3 host, using the 3A Qlite driver from Mtn with moonlight low enabled. Very nice to have a light that’s so low, but still impressively bright on high. This is my first light built with the Qlite driver, and I’ve found that I really do like having the low-low, and the lack of visible PWM/noise; the extra few mA of the higher-rated 7135s doesn’t hurt either! Sorry, no pics at this time; use your imagination. Another possible contender would be my old TrustFire F20 which has been my EDC for three years now. It’s been completely rebuilt including some recent work done a couple of weeks ago, now only the host is original. Started out as the base XR-E model, first mod was a reflector replacement and update to a XM-L U2 emitter purchased from the Jolly Green Dino several years ago. This reflector has an unusual very subdued texture that keep the throw of an SMO while still smoothing out the rings. Much later, replaced the reflector centering ring with the butterfly type. Kept in that configuration until the second go-around resulting in retaining the aftermarket reflector while replacing the emitter with an XM-L2, replacing the switch with one salvaged from another host, and replacing the original low-voltage-capable driver with a 101-AK to finally eliminate the blinkies and add regulation.
2.The light you are drooling over the most and why you want to buy it so bad (and a picture of it if possible)
Always changing: At the moment, it’s the UltraFire 1504. I don’t really have a need, but really like ultra-long-range aspheric-type throwers. Either that or any large-diameter reflector based thrower. I have an older STL-V2 style clone, but would like something like the Courui-type with the larger reflector.
3.A feature or spec that you wish manufacturers like Thorfire would include or not include on their future products
I don’t have any of the Thorfire lights to really comment, but one thing I see… The Thorfire lights with pocket clips seem to consistently have a section of larger-diameter grooves or fins directly below the clip. (This light is a good example.) This looks like it would interfere with comfortable pocket carry and easy draw. One of the reasons I prefer my F20 as an EDC is the smooth cylindrical body; it rides comfortably with nothing to snag on or wear through my pocket.
I would like to see ThorFire and all light makers hide their “burst” mode, the Fenix HL30 does that so that you don’t have to cycle through it all the time, if you want the Turbo mode, you have to hold the switch down for a split second more to get it.
2. The light you are drooling over the most and why you want to buy it so bad (and a picture of it if possible)
- My dream light is the upcoming Okluma TinyDC in Ti. Not a budget light (retail is $450). It basically is a revamped Mac Tri EDC from a new, responsive builder. Classy, classic, and fits 17mm circuits so I can put in my favorite Dr. Jones’ driver.
1) Too hard of a question to answer because it changes way too often after doing a new mod or buying a new light.
2) I’m drooling over the Lumintop BLF-SD75. I want to buy it because I want a BLF edition flashlight with MOAR lumens.
3) A large and meaty headed multi-cell flashlight that has at least a 95mm reflector so it can a super thrower with a SMO reflector. Or it can be a XHP lumen monster when a OP or multi faceted reflector. It can be in a traditional or multi 2S flashlight package or in a lantern package with a carrying handle. I like the idea of a lantern package better because you could fit more batteries inside of it and get more run time and the folks with small hands can hold it with ease.
Also it should have beautiful square cut threads and anodized finish like the Convoy and ThorFire C8’s has.
My favorite is the Eagle Eye X6 for outdoor use.
For Indore, I prefer my Nitecore EZ AA R5.
They are also the only two decent torches I own.
My other converted Home Depot lights and old < 50 lumen ancient LED lights now live on my shelf.
Thank you for the generous giveaway. I'll go with my favorite light. At the moment it's my Convoy S2. I do a lot of late night running and this light goes with me everywhere. It will run over 4A, but I keep a higher capacity cell in it, so it does right around 3A. It gets warm, but still manageable.
It has an AR lens and a smooth reflector. I recently put in an XPL HI and it is perfect for this light. The flood is great and the throw is more than I would expect out of something so small.
Anyone who doesn't currently have one of Convoy's S-series lights should really consider adding one to their collection. Let me zoom out a bit for a better view of this fine light.
Hi mate, can this be lego’d with any other 18650 tube-lights that you are able to check?
Would be interested with Convoys (S2/S2+/other), Eagle Eyes (X6,A6) and the new Manker BLF A6.
Please include me in your generous giveaway:
Your favorite light that you own and why it is your favorite (and a picture of it if possible)
Tie between the DQG AAA SS as it’s always on my EDC keychain and able to bite between my teeth for light (weight) hands-free carry.
And D25C Ti (2014) for the small pocketability/included belt carry with clever, easy mode selections. And Nitecore MH20 for the long-runtime of 18650, side switch with nice UI, but still small enough. Not too keen on the tint, but made up for by the on-board USB charging.
The light you are drooling over the most and why you want to buy it so bad (and a picture of it if possible)
The new BLF X6 2nd Edition group-buy by Kronological. I love my X6R but the mixed-metals of these new GBs should make them a beautiful purchase.
A feature or spec that you wish manufacturers like Thorfire would include or not include on their future products
I do like the convenience of built-in USB charging. As long as it is a quality circuit. I don’t like compromising the build or aesthetics of a light with rubber caps though, so the ideal is a nicely concealed USB like XTAR did.
A “feature” that’s been on my mind and even gave me an “argh!” moment just yesterday is for single 18650 torches to be anti-roll, even without a pocket clip.
Design-wise, symmetry has a certain aesthetic beauty, but why not go out of the box and make something awesome that isn’t round and susceptible to roll away from me.
1.) My favorite light right now is my Tank007 E09. Although I do own a number of (other) extremely bright flashlights, the Tank E09 is so tiny that it is my EDC, and thus always in my pocket and available for immediate use. A small lightweight light is also preferred for camping. I also own a couple Fenix E01’s, but they are only one mode, and do not accept a 10440 battery.
