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avidtech 03/10/2019
I have mixed feelings about this light... I am some kind of flashlight collector/builder now, apparently. I don't know how this happened, but I enjoy it. This is for reference. I am also an experienced EE and DAE. For this last shipment, I ordered one of these, and a FT03. I like the FT03 much more than this light in most aspects, with the exception being simplicity, as that unit has a really complicated internal control system that must be programmed through very tedious bool-clicks of the power button. BUT I DIGRESS. I am running this with two 26650's (Basen 4.5Ah 3.7v[n]), which are probably the 'beefy-est' 26650 batteries I have. I appreciate the functional simplicity of both the operation modes and throw-zoom function. The mechanical aspect of the zoom feels proper, holds well (proper internal preloading) and there is not an noticeable cantilever binding or anything like that; it's nice. The simple Hi/Lo/Stro moding is great. The overall construction is okay; there is some visible slop and chaff from machine work inside the lens housing, it doesn't affect performance per say, but it is very visible be it a minor amount. This is not a serious issue, just worth noting. However, a moderate design flaw is present, there is not a means to effectively conduct heat out of the shaft/driver housing to the large finned lens housing likely due to the mechanical zoom mechanism. This light gets HOT, FAST. The overall brightness is good, not stupendous. MY single 26650 FT03 does seem to have a much more efficient driver as far as heat is concerned. Yes, I know it's a very narrow and obscure comparison, but it's the best I have for this review, especially because both lights are from the same supplier at the same (close enough) price. One big plus of this light, it's definitely a powerful blunt weapon at its size and mass. Not that I recommend it, you might do far more damage than intended and end up in jail! Overall, most people will like this product.
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avidtech 24/09/2019
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