VG15

renton83 · 2018-04-14T04:01:56.000Z

I have a Thorfire VG15 which i love but find a bit bulky to always carry in my pocket. I was wondering what are good alternatives? Will most 18650 lights be about the same size? wondering if i should look for one that takes smaller battery? I would prefer one made by Convoy if possible as I really like Simons builds.

toddcshoe · 2018-04-14T04:21:47.000Z

Convoys are a bit shorter but about the same diameter as the VG15. Maybe a Convoy with a 18350 tube. Will make it quite a bit shorter.

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Emisar D4. Does get quite hot during prolonged high lumen runs.
http://www.mtnelectronics.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=80&product_id=855

Olight S2R Baton. Nice light. A bit pricey.
https://www.amazon.com/Bundle-Rechargeable-Flashlight-3200mAh-Battery/dp/B01M0I6FZC/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_tr_t_2?\_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=249H8KEX4QF2CKXNV71A

I have missed quite a few but I’m sure the guys will show up with some more good suggestions.

Flying_Luminosity · 2018-04-14T04:37:29.000Z

Zebralight is a brand that gets mentioned a lot. A bit pricey, but I’m pretty tempted to try one. It will probably last forever.

renton83 · 2018-04-14T13:19:23.000Z

The convoy with a 18350? I like that idea I will look into it thanks. I also do like Zebralight, it is pricey but I’ve never heard anything negative about them.

rickw12 · 2018-04-14T14:03:09.000Z

Maybe the smaller TK05? Unless you want an 18650 torch.

MascaratumB · 2018-04-16T11:33:26.000Z

You also have the BLF A6, with 18650 and 18350 tubes! You’ll find it for sale on Banggood

I have been carrying a Convoy S2+ (modded) with 18350 tube on my jeans or coat and I always have the Emisar D4 on my backpack! Both are small lights and provide good illumination

Mikeadoo · 2018-04-16T15:21:26.000Z

The Convoy S2+ is quite a bit smaller than the VG15

Mikeadoo · 2018-04-16T15:22:32.000Z

Mikeadoo:

The Convoy S2+ is quite a bit smaller than the VG15

Scratch that. I’m thinking of the VG-10s. My bad :person_facepalming:

Flying_Luminosity · 2018-04-16T16:41:59.000Z

Mikeadoo:

The Convoy S2+ is quite a bit smaller than the VG15

Actually the bodies of both lights are the same size. The only thing that makes the VG15S a millimetre longer is the bezel.

Mikeadoo · 2018-04-16T16:46:36.000Z

Flying Luminosity:

Mikeadoo:

The Convoy S2+ is quite a bit smaller than the VG15

Actually the bodies of both lights are the same size. The only thing that makes the VG15S a millimetre longer is the bezel.

I was thinking VG-10s because I just did a review for thorfire. It’s my mistake. I have never laid hands on the VG15

Mikeadoo · 2018-04-16T16:49:01.000Z

I’ve only seen pictures of the A6 next to the VG10. Never laid hands on an S2+ even. Just seen pictures of the two side by side

FlashIight · 2018-04-16T17:38:32.000Z

If you’re looking for a smaller light with similar output, maybe the Klarus Mi7 with a 14500. I carry mine almost everywhere and quite like it.

Pete7874 · 2018-04-17T21:12:16.000Z

renton83:

The convoy with a 18350? I like that idea I will look into it thanks.

S2+ with 18350 tube is quite nice. I love mine. About 86mm long.

But if you need to retain an 18650 cell for longer runtimes, the previously mentioned DQG Tiny 4th is not much larger (about 87mm).

Lightbringer · 2018-04-17T21:35:43.000Z

I always holster a ’502, and have taken to pocketing a SP10.

I pretty much don’t like anything in my pockets, not even too much change. As long as I’m standing/walking, not sitting, the ’10 ain’t bad.

Point being, you might get by with a 14500 light vs 18650 or even 18350.

renton83 · 2018-04-18T14:00:04.000Z

how is the performance with the 18350? great pics btw Pete

Pete7874 · 2018-04-18T14:04:06.000Z

renton83:

how is the performance with the 18350? great pics btw Pete

Thanks.

Performance (output) is the same, just as long as you get a high drain 18350 cell such as Aspire or Vapcell. Run time is going to be probably 1/3rd of an 18650 cell.