I only had time to briefly try one out.
I was surprised by how white the beam was. On paper it was supposed to be a 5000K tint, what was delivered was a 5000 tint. Somehow I was just hoping for something warmer.
Notwithstanding my unrealistic expectations, the flashlight puts out a bright, clean smooth beam. Compared to my mellow Convoy S2+ 4C flashlight, the BLF 348 delivers a crisper, livelier light. And while I still prefer the tint of my S2+, color rendition is much more true-to-life on the BLF 348.
The beam shape is perfect for this type of flashlight. Nice broad hotspot feathering into a fairly wide, bright spill. Some subtle artifacts show up while white wall hunting, but are not apparent in actual use. A layer of diffusion film picked up from here will help smooth out any inconsistencies and broaden the beam a little.
The host exudes sophistication. From its shiny stainless steel finish, stiletto shaped body, custom BLF lettering, blingy pocket clip, to its precisely engineered tail button; it is the embodiment of haute couture. Shaken, not stirred.
How much did this flashlight cost? I have to pinch myself to remind me of the actual purchase price. 