Just saw this subforum and had to post. I started using cpf about two months ago when I started looking for a flashlight for work. Other than sf, I didn't really know any premium flashlight brands. Had an older sf that I loved but only took cr123, which are pretty pricey in my area. I also wanted to switch to led; however, price became a deterrent since I knew it would get beat up at work. Anyway, once I realized that most brands I was interested in weren't sold in any stores, I ended up on cpf to do some research.
Started researching a bit and it finally dawned on me that the 18650 batteries I was using for vaping were also being used in flashlights, obviously not the exact same but 18650 nonetheless. Not sure how i never merged the two in my head before. Now I had a starting point, cuz I already had a nitecore charger and I liked the idea of having rechargeable batteries. My first purchase was a nitecore mh20 for work. Ended up being too bright for what I do indoors but still a great flashlight. Still in search a light for work, but I picked up a highly enjoyable new hobby in the process.
Anyway, sorry for rambling, I'll try and wrap up and tie together in my last paragraph. My other big hobby is vaping, only been into it for about a year. Looking at the pictures on the first page of this thread makes me chuckle cuz it's basically right when I started vaping and it brings back a ton of memories. I can't believe how far this industry has come in a year. When this thread started, I was vaping a kanger emow starter kit that I was afraid was too big, lol. A year later, I'm using a crown tank on an ipv3 li. I really enjoy the hobby aspect of the whole thing and I think flashlights will soon become the same for me. Everyone in both subcultures seems very passionate about it and I really enjoy discussing both with people.
Thanks for letting me share guys, I felt this section was more appropriate than new member intros cuz vaping is what indirectly led me here. I look forward to discussing both with everyone here. As far as vaping, I've been stuck on the crown and ipv3 li for almost 4-5 months now, which is a long time for me considering how much new stuff is coming out. I've yet to find a better tank, although I have been getting some subpar coils lately. The ipv is plain but indestructible so i haven't found anything to make me wanna retire it. I did finally purchase a new tank I'm excited about, the sense herakles plus. I've only had it for a day so nothing to report for a bit til I get more familiar with it. Will the crown ever be pushed off the throne, not sure? Exciting times for both industries, thanks again for indulging me guys
