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beam0 · 2018-05-24T04:19:58.000Z

Lol:

How is it compared with SP32A?

I have both.
They’re both great lights but IMO they have slightly different uses. I think you have to decide if you like (or need) a dual switch light or not, the SP32A only has a side switch.

The TK18 is a larger light. (slightly longer, thicker and heavier) The SP32A is a more compact size for pocket carry.

If your interest in these is for the ramping UI the main difference is ramping speed, it’s about double on the TK18 (about 3 seconds vs 6-7 seconds)
The mid ramp pause on the SP32A isn’t an issue for me, yes it’s noticable but not a long pause, the whole ramp is only about 3 seconds.

I haven’t done a side by side beam/throw comparison but the TK18 has a bigger reflector that’s OP, and the SP32A’s smaller reflector is SMO.

One final consideration is if you would like to have the option to convert to an 18350 shorty light, the SP32A fits the Convoy/Jaxman 18350 tube and makes a great shorty.
The TK 18 is a better tactical light because of it’s tail switch, which is also a forward switch for momentary on.

If you prefer a dual switch light that’s smaller the Thorfire VG15S is a dual switch light that’s exactly the same size as the SP32A.

agent86 · 2018-05-24T03:58:15.000Z

Interested

d_t_a · 2018-05-24T18:25:08.000Z

Interested

Lol · 2018-05-25T10:25:42.000Z

Lightbringer and beam0, thanks a lot for your thoughts. I have SP32A so I kind of get some picture for that. It seems promising.
I hope that Thorfire decrease the ramping as beam0 suggested. That would make ramping function more useful to real use.

d_t_a · 2018-05-25T11:38:50.000Z

I’m not sure if it’s alright to be discussing another flashlight SP32A (but it seems similar to the Thorfire TK18 in features).

The SP32A has an older batch and new batch. The older batch (purchased around Feb-Mar 2018 or earlier) had a slow-ramping, around 7-8 seconds.
The new batch (April 2018 onwards?), around 3.5-4 seconds (beam0’s SP32A appears to be from the newer batch, with quicker improved ramping).

As shown in the video below:

My guess is the current Thorfire TK18 is similar to the older SP32A with regards to ramping time… hoping Thorfire will release an updated version with faster ramping next time?

bushmaster · 2018-05-25T22:05:55.000Z

Anybody received or heard any rumors of when the TK18 flashlight-only orders will be shipped?

freeme · 2018-05-30T14:03:19.000Z

ThorFire Review Threads:

ThorFire TK05 1xAA/14500 eSwitch by gchart
Thorfire TK05 Review by Bc412
Thorfire TK05 Review Sample by jon_slider
ThorFire TK05 (XP-G3 / 1xAA /14500) in-depth vid review by TurboBB
Thorfire TK05 Review by 264

Lightbringer · 2018-06-04T16:47:51.000Z

bushmaster:

Anybody received or heard any rumors of when the TK18 flashlight-only orders will be shipped?

Bump…

I got the kit, it’s a nice light, but still got the light-only as backordered. Just wondering if anyone has any news about when it’ll be available.

Nice price, so I’m not inclined to cancel the order or anything.

Well, maybe, if there’s an equally nice price for the kit again.

freeme · 2018-06-08T15:20:02.000Z

I cancelled my TK18 (flashlight alone) order and bought TK18 kit instead. Has your TK18 order shipped yet? [quote=Lightbringer]

bushmaster:

Anybody received or heard any rumors of when the TK18 flashlight-only orders will be shipped?

Bump… I got the kit, it’s a nice light, but still got the light-only as backordered. Just wondering if anyone has any news about when it’ll be available. Nice price, so I’m not inclined to cancel the order or anything. Well, maybe, if there’s an equally nice price for the kit again.
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Lightbringer · 2018-06-08T17:04:14.000Z

freeme:

I cancelled my TK18 (flashlight alone) order and bought TK18 kit instead. Has your TK18 order shipped yet?

Nope, not yet, just did what you did, only they nicked me an extra buk for shipping this time.

Didn’t know the code was still good, else I would’ve done that long ago.

Watch, this time around it’ll be the kit that’s backordered forever…

mumbleman · 2018-06-09T09:58:13.000Z

interested

Bruno28 · 2018-06-09T12:50:46.000Z

interested please

wiley07 · 2018-06-09T12:59:51.000Z

interested please

freeme · 2018-06-23T17:36:34.000Z

Has TK18 (flashlight alone) order shipped out yet?

Lightbringer · 2018-06-23T20:41:13.000Z

Me? Canceled the light-only and ordered the kit, like you did. Just delivered at work, going in Monday to get it.

I’m curious, too, if the light-only ever shipped.

bushmaster · 2018-06-23T20:46:16.000Z

I’m beginning to think that I only dreamed that I ordered the TK18………It seemed so real, though.

freeme · 2018-07-05T06:05:08.000Z

It is taking way too long. Perhaps you want to consider changing your order to complete set instead? Dump the charger and battery on eBay (or local market) later if you don't need them?

bushmaster:

I’m beginning to think that I only dreamed that I ordered the TK18…It seemed so real, though.

Lightbringer · 2018-07-05T14:40:44.000Z

Nah, the battery’s pretty good, and you can always keep the charger in your bag or something for “emergency” recharges.

Any time I get a cell, I run it through an analyser and at least check the mAH. If it’s even close, it’s good.

And these cells are pretty good.

HONDARIDER · 2018-07-05T15:45:57.000Z

I’ll take a TK18, maybe 2. Sign me up.

freeme · 2018-07-05T15:50:04.000Z

+1

Lightbringer:

Nah, the battery’s pretty good, and you can always keep the charger in your bag or something for “emergency” recharges. Any time I get a cell, I run it through an analyser and at least check the mAH. If it’s even close, it’s good. And these cells are pretty good.

Sent.

HONDARIDER:

I’ll take a TK18, maybe 2. Sign me up.