RaidFire Spear Comparison Photos

[plexus]

I got my RaidFire Spear with the orange peel (OP) reflector. I took some comparison pictures that i thought i'd share with you.

First is a comparison of the smooth and OP reflectors. This was shot on my white ceiling at a distance of about 7'.

RaidFire Spear Smooth Reflector, 7', white surface

RaidFire Spear Orange Peek Reflector, 7', white surface

I prefer the OP reflector. It widens the hot spot slightly but provides an over-all more consistent beam over-all without significantly compromising the throw power.

Here are some tests compared to some small Fenix flashlights. I realize this is in a way like comparing apples and oranges but for those of you that are interested....

ISO 800, f2.8

1. spear op, image brightness value -3.24

2. fenix P3D rebel 100 premium high op, -3.88

3. fenix P2D rebel 100 premium op, -3.86

4. fenix P1D premium Q5 op, -4.02

-plexus

 

[DM51]

plexus, please would you resize your photos, as they are too large.

The maximum size permitted on CPF is 800 x 600 pixels. These are 1280 x 960 pixels.

 

[plexus]

Ok I made them 800x600

i want to point out that i got my Spear in a later batch. It doesn't have the RF logo on it but rather the web address. It also does not have the "Strong Light" notice on the reflector housing (thankfully). Finally I notice in some pictures of the early ones that the middle battery tube appears to made of brass. on mine its made of aluminum. this would save weight.

I also want to comment on the flared tail piece. i have read people complaining about it. i think its a good thing. when you hold the light in your hand, the flared tail piece give you tactile feedback as to where you hand should be on the barrel for the best grip and to get at the switch easier. it doesnt look that great but functionally its good. i am pretty sure they designed it this way.

finally i have a question: the reflector bezel has an AR coating on one side and what they are calling a diamond coating on the other. how can you tell the difference? i've tried tilting the glass to see the AR coating but i am just not sure if i can see it. since the diamond coating is there to protect the glass its important that its on the outside.

thanks
plexus

 

[jirik_cz]

The older ones were made from aluminium too, but there was some kind of "gold" anodization on threads and inside the tube. (same as nitecore)

 

[Rzr800]

"...i have a question: the reflector bezel has an AR coating on one side and what they are calling a diamond coating on the other. how can you tell the difference? i've tried tilting the glass to see the AR coating but i am just not sure if i can see it. since the diamond coating is there to protect the glass its important that its on the outside.

thanks
plexus"

Did this question ever get answered or did I miss it?....(thanks)