- Our power went out tonight due to all the snow storm here, So i decided to have a drink of rum on this cold winter night with both the BLF Lantern version #2 prototype, and the original version #1 Prototype on the bar. I hope soon we can get the production version rolling for everyone, as with these little lanterns having features that no other factory lantern has, they would be a very valuable asset to have when the lights don’t turn on. (neither of these lanterns have been charged up since last September, and still don’t need re-charging yet. – Lets work on getting this BLF project a successful reality for everyone.
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That Canadian flashlight guy & Lantern Guru -Den / DBSARlight
I'm so glad Thorfire/Sofirn stayed with what we recommended for Q8 specs. Reading the reviews, the 2 big things they like is the brightness and that the lumens rating is honest, and generally they love the UI. There's also the quality and chunkiness - feels like it's built solid, which it is of course.
I like what they did with the Sofirn Q8 version - the battery tube design and the XPL HI's.
What I'd like to see is more LED and body color choices, better anodizing, possibly a higher quality double coated AR lens, and USB-C charging.
Count me in. I’m new to this, so how do I know I made the list in time?
You are in time.
Watch for your name to be added to the list of names at the bottom of the first post in this thread. It is sometimes quicker to go to the second post and scroll up.
new detailed drawings are in for the build design, and it is looking good. (only the production model will have the same battery tube as the Sofirn Q8 with no flats) It will have the charging port with a rubber seal cap on the back 180 degrees from the switch side.
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That Canadian flashlight guy & Lantern Guru -Den / DBSARlight
Just a heads-up that the updated lists will usually be pushed to the cloud each Sunday night. Updates to post number 2 will likely be shown shortly thereafter.
Everyone should check the names list to verify that their BLF name is correctly spelled. Names are not case sensitive but otherwise your name must correspond exactly to what is on the list. Note that embedded spaces are valid characters and must be the same in both cases. So for example if your name is ‘XXXYYY’ with 1 embedded space and ‘XXXYYY’ with 2 embedded spaces is on the list then they are not the same.
The reason why this is important is that the pm’s will be generated from the names shown on the list (many thanks to Mr.Scott for the script!). If your name is not on the list then you won’t be getting a pm in the future.
This is a 1 time only check. Once verified that it is right then that’s all the checking needed. If your name needs to be corrected or added then send me a pm. Do not post in this thread what the correction is since it could easily be missed.
Just a heads-up that the updated lists will usually be pushed to the cloud each Sunday night. Updates to post number 2 will likely be shown shortly thereafter.
Everyone should check the names list to verify that their BLF name is correctly spelled. Names are not case sensitive but otherwise your name must correspond exactly to what is on the list. Note that embedded spaces are valid characters and must be the same in both cases. So for example if your name is ‘XXXYYY’ with 1 embedded space and ‘XXXYYY’ with 2 embedded spaces is on the list then they are not the same.
The reason why this is important is that the pm’s will be generated from the names shown on the list (many thanks to Mr.Scott for the script!). If your name is not on the list then you won’t be getting a pm in the future.
This is a 1 time only check. Once verified that it is right then that’s all the checking needed. If your name needs to be corrected or added then send me a pm. Do not post in this thread what the correction is since it could easily be missed.
Do not send me a pm if your name is correct.
Thanks
Thanks for the info. send along the added names in a PM after the Sunday updates so i can update the OP.
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That Canadian flashlight guy & Lantern Guru -Den / DBSARlight
- Our power went out tonight due to all the snow storm here, So i decided to have a drink of rum on this cold winter night with both the BLF Lantern version #2 prototype, and the original version #1 Prototype on the bar. I hope soon we can get the production version rolling for everyone, as with these little lanterns having features that no other factory lantern has, they would be a very valuable asset to have when the lights don’t turn on. (neither of these lanterns have been charged up since last September, and still don’t need re-charging yet. – Lets work on getting this BLF project a successful reality for everyone.
That Canadian flashlight guy & Lantern Guru -Den / DBSARlight
BLF Member Map, add yourself
My 8th Annual contest entry My 7th Annual contest entry My 6th Annual contest entry My 5th Annual contest entry My 4th Annual contest entry
My DBSAR inspired SRK lantern hand made mod
meaning have another drink?
That Canadian flashlight guy & Lantern Guru -Den / DBSARlight
All drink to that!
PocketSammich wrote: I don’t need this, but I want it. Please sign me up.
Or sub wine, or whatever you like…. it made me think of maybe having a glass of brandy.
BLF Member Map, add yourself
My 8th Annual contest entry My 7th Annual contest entry My 6th Annual contest entry My 5th Annual contest entry My 4th Annual contest entry
My DBSAR inspired SRK lantern hand made mod
I like it all! -and various occasions for the different drinks.
That Canadian flashlight guy & Lantern Guru -Den / DBSARlight
Newfie Screech!! Haven’t seen that in a long while.
BLF Member Map, add yourself
My 8th Annual contest entry My 7th Annual contest entry My 6th Annual contest entry My 5th Annual contest entry My 4th Annual contest entry
My DBSAR inspired SRK lantern hand made mod
My favorite dark rum, ever.
That Canadian flashlight guy & Lantern Guru -Den / DBSARlight
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Please put me down for two. Looks great DBSAR thanks for the hard work!
You guys get snow up there? Ok - I gotta convert my mod'n office to a bar - that's a very nice look' setup!
Amazing how the Q8 has become widespread. People buying the Q8 not realizing this forum is where the Q8 started and was developed
I'm so glad Thorfire/Sofirn stayed with what we recommended for Q8 specs. Reading the reviews, the 2 big things they like is the brightness and that the lumens rating is honest, and generally they love the UI. There's also the quality and chunkiness - feels like it's built solid, which it is of course.
I like what they did with the Sofirn Q8 version - the battery tube design and the XPL HI's.
What I'd like to see is more LED and body color choices, better anodizing, possibly a higher quality double coated AR lens, and USB-C charging.
You can increase my quantity to 2 lanterns (from 1). These will be extremely useful around the farm.
I shouldn’t, but I’m going to, put me down for a second one as well. I’m already down for one, so make it two please.
Interested
Yeah I think I need to make my 2 into three.
2 for in the house, and one for in the car. Just seems like it might be a good thing to have in case a sustainable light is needed.
Count me in. I'm new to this, so how do I know I made the list in time?
^^^ you are in plenty of time to make the list, Welcome to BLF!!
PocketSammich wrote: I don’t need this, but I want it. Please sign me up.
Me too please!
You are in time.
Watch for your name to be added to the list of names at the bottom of the first post in this thread. It is sometimes quicker to go to the second post and scroll up.
Lithium Ion Battery Safety
Some updates from Barry and the manufacturer!
new detailed drawings are in for the build design, and it is looking good. (only the production model will have the same battery tube as the Sofirn Q8 with no flats) It will have the charging port with a rubber seal cap on the back 180 degrees from the switch side.
That Canadian flashlight guy & Lantern Guru -Den / DBSARlight
Looks great Den. Thanks for posting this. Going to be a handsome lantern
Just a heads-up that the updated lists will usually be pushed to the cloud each Sunday night. Updates to post number 2 will likely be shown shortly thereafter.
Everyone should check the names list to verify that their BLF name is correctly spelled. Names are not case sensitive but otherwise your name must correspond exactly to what is on the list. Note that embedded spaces are valid characters and must be the same in both cases. So for example if your name is ‘XXX YYY’ with 1 embedded space and ‘XXX YYY’ with 2 embedded spaces is on the list then they are not the same.
The reason why this is important is that the pm’s will be generated from the names shown on the list (many thanks to Mr.Scott for the script!). If your name is not on the list then you won’t be getting a pm in the future.
This is a 1 time only check. Once verified that it is right then that’s all the checking needed. If your name needs to be corrected or added then send me a pm. Do not post in this thread what the correction is since it could easily be missed.
Do not send me a pm if your name is correct.
Thanks
Thanks for the info. send along the added names in a PM after the Sunday updates so i can update the OP.
That Canadian flashlight guy & Lantern Guru -Den / DBSARlight
Will do….thanks!
I’m nr. 900 on the list. Please put me in for two more.
Project Excalibur - Next Generation LED Thrower (UPDATE 2018-01-15: 1.7Mcd)
Portable Thrower Comparison
Looks great! Will it have powerbank function so it can replace my Goal Zero Lantern?
Also has the emitters been sourced or determined?
No powerbank function, as it would make the build more complicated for the V1.
The emitters have already been determined to be 2700k LH351Ds 90CRI and 5000K LH351Ds 90CRI.
Because of tint mixing, the light emitted will be below the BBL curve by a long shot, especially closer to 2700k.
My very own high current Beryllium Copper springs Gen 3:
http://budgetlightforum.com/node/67401
Liitokala Aliexpress Stores Battery Fraud: http://budgetlightforum.com/node/60547
I am # 237 and 238 on the list. Please put me in for two more.
Thank You
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