GB BLF LuckySun D80-SE Need long tubes? -3/3/16

[1dash1]

@DB Custom

1dash1, the Stock Eagle Eye X6

No spring bypasses, I just double checked. The description says 5 modes, L-M-H-S-SOS but what I got has 4 modes from moon to Turbo. I got 4 of em. Then I got 4 more directly from the Manufacturer on his AlliExpress site.

I know that’s the right link, because I took it straight from my order.

The 4 from the Manufacturer are still in their boxes and put away.

Thanks, Dale!

The Eagle Eyes X6 description states 350 lumens. Is that right?

[DB_Custom (Dale)]

I just put it on the box and got 1269.6 lumens on a rested and partially used Efest 35A. (X6, that is)

[DB_Custom (Dale)]

I’m gonna have to buy a label maker or something.

This X6 is not stock. It doesn’t have spring bypasses, it does have the stock driver and emitter, but upon opening it up I find that I had stacked an R120 resistor on top of each R140. So that’s why it’s making the higher power.

Sorry about that, I have no memory of doing that at all, but the proof is there even though everything else is stock.

So, that’s actually good as it means the D80 in this group buy actually outperforms a modified X6.

Again, sorry. I sure thought I was keeping that one stock for comparison purposes.

[gregor]

Hello

Which new 18650 battery do you recommend fo this flashlight, protected or unprotected.

For example:

Banggood Sitemap - Wholesale Sitemap - China wholesale

or

1 STÜCKE NCR18650B 3400 mAh 3,7 V Ungeschützt Spitz Kopf Wiederaufladbare...

Or will you choose something else?

Thank you

[1dash1]

@DB Custom

I’m gonna have to buy a label maker or something.

This X6 is not stock. It doesn’t have spring bypasses, it does have the stock driver and emitter, but upon opening it up I find that I had stacked an R120 resistor on top of each R140. So that’s why it’s making the higher power.

Sorry about that, I have no memory of doing that at all, but the proof is there even though everything else is stock.

So, that’s actually good as it means the D80 in this group buy actually outperforms a modified X6.

Again, sorry. I sure thought I was keeping that one stock for comparison purposes.

Thanks, Dale!

I was just thinking, “Wow! 1270 lumens, that’s pretty good for a stock X6! Maybe I ought to pick up a couple of them.” :party:

Then I read your last message. :Sp

You had me going there for a moment!

And, yes, it’s very reassuring that the D80 can do so well against a modified X6.

[vjik]

Just ordered 3C

[Manx]

Hi Kronos, it’s late to jump on the wagon for one D80 Se 1A?
Thanx

[jack-bkk]

i ordered one after i got the PM and next day i got a refund from GB

[Patrickbateman]

@jack-bkk

i ordered one after i got the PM and next day i got a refund from GB

Which one did you order ? 5A ?

[1dash1]

@gregor

Hello

Which new 18650 battery do you recommend fo this flashlight, protected or unprotected.

For example:

http://www.banggood.com/1PCS-NR18650-30Q-3000mah-20A-Power-Li-ion-Battery-for-Samsung-p-981565.html
or
1 STÜCKE NCR18650B 3400 mAh 3,7 V Ungeschützt Spitz Kopf Wiederaufladbare Li-ion Batterie Sale - Banggood Deutschland sold out-arrival notice-arrival notice

Or will you choose something else?

Thank you

Either one should do fine.

See items 1 and 11 on the following list:

• The 150 lumen output difference would be hardly noticeable in the 1000+ lumen range. The human eye just isn’t that sensitive. So, the question for you is this: how do you plan on using the flashlight? If it is for short bursts of 15 minutes or less, like me, then choose the higher output cell (30Q). If you need longer run times, then choose the higher capacity cell (18650B).

• As to protected versus unprotected, I’m not sure if the D80 has a low voltage protection circuit. DB or Kronos or someone else will have to chime in on that one. If you’re careful about battery maintenance practices, then this would be a non-issue.

[dudunphy]

@bugsy36

@dudunphy

Thanks for the vid DB! Answered a lot of questions for me!

Hey Dustin

What is there to answer? Ya need ’em both! LOL

Haha! You’re right! I was wondering what difference the beams had between each other. And what the smo would look like because the only smo I have is my 2d mag if that counts as smo….

[foolioGrimz]

If the GB is still going on, I want in on a 3C!

[jack-bkk]

i ordered 3c the 5a still nto in stock

[KY_HillBilly]

Hi,
I’m new of the world of led flashlights. I received my first, an Olight S15 a week ago and have a BLF A6 and Lumintop Tool on the way. I have also ordered Fenix E12’s for the kids.

My question is how similar is the D80 to the A6? Would I be looking at duplicate characteristics if I order both? Having never seen the A6 yet, I suspect I might want more throw. Does the D80 have more throw than the A6?

My use will be on my farm, checking on cows, looking for coyotes, hunting, etc.

Thank you for telling me where this light “fits in”.
KY_HillBilly

[dudunphy]

@KY_HillBilly

Hi,
I’m new of the world of led flashlights. I received my first, an Olight S15 a week ago and have a BLF A6 and Lumintop Tool on the way. I have also ordered Fenix E12’s for the kids.

My question is how similar is the D80 to the A6? Would I be looking at duplicate characteristics if I order both? Having never seen the A6 yet, I suspect I might want more throw. Does the D80 have more throw than the A6?

My use will be on my farm, checking on cows, looking for coyotes, hunting, etc.

Thank you for telling me where this light “fits in”.
KY_HillBilly

Edit: Yes the a6 wasn’t meant as a thrower. D80 should be good. DB has a vid in post 1760.

Here is some good info I got when I started.

Love the site! New member! Need advice.

Hello, New member here! First forum ever so I’m probably doing this wrong but I’ve been so addicted to this forum since I found it a few weeks ago! I’ve been pouring over this site and doing my best to research things. I’m an electrician by trade so I like compact bright lights. Zoomies seem cool but I like the beam shots from smooth reflectors too. I own both but wondering what you guys think will work for my line of work better. I’m not afraid to solder if you have any cheap lights you’ve mod…

[B42]

@dudunphy

@KY_HillBilly

Hi,
I’m new of the world of led flashlights. I received my first, an Olight S15 a week ago and have a BLF A6 and Lumintop Tool on the way. I have also ordered Fenix E12’s for the kids.

My question is how similar is the D80 to the A6? Would I be looking at duplicate characteristics if I order both? Having never seen the A6 yet, I suspect I might want more throw. Does the D80 have more throw than the A6?

My use will be on my farm, checking on cows, looking for coyotes, hunting, etc.

Thank you for telling me where this light “fits in”.
KY_HillBilly

Edit: Yes the a6 wasn’t meant as a thrower. D80 should be good. DB has a vid in post 1760.

Here is some good info I got when I started.

Love the site! New member! Need advice.

Just remember that video is X6 vs D80 NOT A6. The difference from A6 is pretty dramatic since D80 has that center hot spot and A6 is a flooder with spread out light, you can see much further with a D80.

[bugsy36]

@KY_HillBilly

Hi, I’m new of the world of led flashlights. I received my first, an Olight S15 a week ago and have a BLF A6 and Lumintop Tool on the way. I have also ordered Fenix E12’s for the kids. My question is how similar is the D80 to the A6? Would I be looking at duplicate characteristics if I order both? Having never seen the A6 yet, I suspect I might want more throw. Does the D80 have more throw than the A6? My use will be on my farm, checking on cows, looking for coyotes, hunting, etc. Thank you for telling me where this light “fits in”. KY_HillBilly

Welcome!

All of the lights that you have mentioned have different characteristics.

• BLF D80 (this group buy) - Very good light, powerful, comfortable, and throws very well for a light in it's size category. Must have in my opinion
• BLF A6 or Astrolux S1 - A tube light meant for all around usage and tasks. It's power will light a big area up with no question but definitely cannot throw like D80, and was not meant to.
• X6 - Many people confuse the designation with the A6 BUT not the same at all. It is more like the D80. This light has a head with a shape and feel of a Mag-Lite.

In my opinion, since you have a farm and kids (you did not mention their ages)....you need at least one of each. This forum's name begins with the word "Budget" for a reason. What you would spend on all three lights is still less that you would spend on one Mag-lite ;)

[BLightSam]

@KY_HillBilly

My use will be on my farm, checking on cows, looking for coyotes, hunting, etc.

Consider arguably the best budget thrower: YEZL Y3.

Try code YEZLCM (or GBYEZL) at GearBest for $25 (tip by “travis”). (If the code does not work, wait for a sale.)
http://www.gearbest.com/led-flashlights/pp_68858.html

[bugsy36]

@BLightSam

@KY_HillBilly

My use will be on my farm, checking on cows, looking for coyotes, hunting, etc.

Consider arguably the best budget thrower: YEZL Y3. Try code YEZLCM (or GBYEZL) at GearBest for $25 (tip by “travis”). (If the code does not work, wait for a sale.) http://www.gearbest.com/led-flashlights/pp_68858.html

I do not have a Yezl but I do have a D80 and it is a light that everybody should have 1 or 2 of.....especially at the the group buy price.

[DB_Custom (Dale)]

The Yezl is a nice light, no doubt, albeit considerably larger than those already mentioned and taking a 26650 cell. But it really needs modding to come into it’s own, not all that potent in stock form.