Anyone know what options there are for some nice shiny 18650 hosts? I’m aware of Solarforce’s small medieval mace P60 host, but I was more thinking a tube light like the Convoy S series. I’ve been teased for so long by the clear ano S2, but I don’t think I can wait any longer. Ideally, I want to build a clear triple S2 and have parts coming, but I’m impatient as hell and want to build my second light.
I know that SS is inferior for conducting heat and is heavy, but having held my still nonfunctional S41 (sob) and loving it, I think I could deal with it. I saw the silver BLF A6 and I do like the appearance of it, but having played with raw AL before, I’m scared that it would scratch and dent quite easily.
So anyone out there aware of any more options? Preferably inline with the “B” in “BLF” Also, does the BLF A6 share any components with the Convoy S series (like reflectors and whatnot).
Aren’t there rumors Convoy might release a clear S2+?
Otherwise some paint remover, good compound and some work could lead to a stripped and polished S2+.
Damn, that looks good. My only concern is that it appears to be bare Al, though it does say anti scratch… I was under the impression that the clear anodization was implemented somewhat recently in the L6 and C8, and that the S7 was an older light. Is there a way to message on Aliexpress without placing an order?
Yeah, I mentioned that in the OP. I do want a clear anodized S2+, but there have been few updates on it recently, may have been shelved in favor of the Tan+Black one in the works?
I’m just worried about the longevity of the finish on a stripped and polished light, I am under the impression that raw Al is quite soft.
Looks amazing, but not really my style; not to mention I’m hesitant to start messing with expensive lights at the moment… Not nearly skilled enough for that.
It’s not a tube, but the Astrolux SS is nice, shiny stainless (and copper!) and uses a 18650. Can also be made into a triple, if desired. And anything can be a host depending on your budget
I think that they are trying to perfect the PVD finish on the switch (black, I guess) that people wanted. I’d be fine with the silver switch though, especially if it means I could get it faster.
I find that lights that take 18mm batteries are honestly slightly too large for my pocket carry. I can deal with it, but an enlarged head pushes it over the edge for me. I am definitely considering purchasing another tailcap for my S41S and turn my defunc head (if I can open it) and my other battery tube into another light.
