Introducing "Le Beau"

modamag

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First off, thank you Sway, dat2zip, george80 and Newbie for your guidance. One way or another you have affected what went into this light. :rock:

It have been over 6 months of development since I dreamt of this light. It's was meant to be the first (might be last) of the super light that I wished to own. Various bodies, reflectors & ballast were tested before this one. There is still alot of work to be done. I'm only 80% happy with what I got.

I still have to get the body nickel plated, you all know by now my passion for the chrome/silver look. :cool:
The reflector also need a coating. What do you guys think about MOP? :naughty:

Don't ask me how much $$$, because then you'll think that I'm crazy!

Only three complete prototypes were fabricated. I plan to keep one. The other is for a good friend. While the last one will take a round the world tour thru a flashaholic passarounds. Anyone interested?

=== Le Beau Specification ===
Dimension: 11.5" L x 2.125" OD
Weight: 2 lbs 15 oz
Reflector: 3" W x 1.65" D
HID Ballast: 35W/50W
- dual output mode
- hot restrike
- full regulation
- low voltage cutoff
- 3000 / 5000 lumens *
Power Source: Li-Ion Batteries
- full protection (low voltage, over charge/discharge)
- 14.8V 4400mAh
- 50-85 minutes runtime *
Integrated tailcap charging
* Estimated Values

* Now open comments | criticism | what ever you got to post :grin2:
 

bwaites

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I'm first, I'm first!!!

Awesome JOB, this is actually the first SUPERHID that I would consider as a work of art, on par with McGizmo, Wilkey, Charlie, etc.

Jonathan, incredible!!!! I can't say anything else, I'm so blown away!

Once I catch my breath I'll think of something, I'm sure!!


Bill

P.S. It's WAY better than I imagined and what you told me!!
 

bindibadgi

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I'm definately interested in being part of the world tour! That light looks fantastic!
 

Icarus

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modamag said:

... While the last one will take a round the world tour thru a flashaholic passarounds. Anyone interested?
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:wow: this seems to be a very special light! :clap: :twothumbs
OK, I want to meet her! :o Put her on the plane and I'll show her Belgium! :grin2:
 

Haesslich

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Hallis said:
I'd like to be on the list for a passaround if you do one.

Shane

Forget passaround - I'd want it. :D Still, it'd be nice to try that one out, before having to mail it onto the next person... or to show it off.
 

xpitxbullx

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I think LOP would be better. A fine mix between Throw and a smooth beam.



Next on the passaround list! :wow:

Jeff
 

Grox

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It looks incredible and the specs are awesome! I'm amazed. Well done! Got any beamshots;) How's the switching work?
 
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Amorphous

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3K to 5K Lumens!! :naughty: :wow:



Imagine taking this portable HID, and a big magnifying glass into a camping site, in the dark of night, and hungry for some hot food.. and hee hee!!! Create fire from Light!!



Love to check it out. Please sign me up for the pass around. Thanks



 
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Amonra

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Grrrrrrrrrreat light :drool:

Im your good friend right ????? :grin2:

( heck i will be if you gave it to me :) )
 
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