Which Orb Wee do you have
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Kilovolt
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Re: Which wee do you go
Around the house my wife uses a Fenix L0D which she does not like too much because it's black....
.... and also because she ends up with SOS or strobe. :shakehead
So I ordered for her a Wee NS and also bought a long thin silver chain so she can carry it around as a necklace. The NS version was chosen for purely aesthetical reasons. I opted for the 25 lumen type because of the intended application. The light was shipped last week so I am not yet in a position to report the results.
Around the house my wife uses a Fenix L0D which she does not like too much because it's black....
.... and also because she ends up with SOS or strobe. :shakeheadSo I ordered for her a Wee NS and also bought a long thin silver chain so she can carry it around as a necklace. The NS version was chosen for purely aesthetical reasons. I opted for the 25 lumen type because of the intended application. The light was shipped last week so I am not yet in a position to report the results.
MikeSalt
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Re: Which wee do you go
Now is a good time to be looking at the materials that the Wee is available in. Not only do you have the usual NS and Ti, but the Damascus Steel and Sterling Silver versions will be available soon in limited batches too
For my girlfriend, I bought a Wee NS 80 with spare Li-ion cell. The finish of the NS is more jewelery-like in appearance than the Ti (which were the only two options available at the time). As for output, I worked out that her light was not likely to be used for more than 30 minutes between charges, so she may as well have the full-output 80 lumen version.
Having already owned the Raw Ti, I really like the industrial finish of this material, so I ordered a Wee Ti 80 for myself. With its small size, thick-walled titanium construction, direct drive and simple, reliable twist-switch, it would not surprise me if the Wee Ti is one of the toughest lights out there.
Now is a good time to be looking at the materials that the Wee is available in. Not only do you have the usual NS and Ti, but the Damascus Steel and Sterling Silver versions will be available soon in limited batches too
For my girlfriend, I bought a Wee NS 80 with spare Li-ion cell. The finish of the NS is more jewelery-like in appearance than the Ti (which were the only two options available at the time). As for output, I worked out that her light was not likely to be used for more than 30 minutes between charges, so she may as well have the full-output 80 lumen version.
Having already owned the Raw Ti, I really like the industrial finish of this material, so I ordered a Wee Ti 80 for myself. With its small size, thick-walled titanium construction, direct drive and simple, reliable twist-switch, it would not surprise me if the Wee Ti is one of the toughest lights out there.
I have a WEE NS with the 50 lumen emitter.
I was looking for a small, truly pocketable light (the RAW NS I have also fills this niche, but I thought I'd try smaller still). I currently keep the WEE clipped to my money bag and the light adds no real bulk.
I use the light when getting in the car, when I drop things at night when I'm out and about, to light the way to a bigger light, etc. The uses I put the WEE to are pretty much standard for "key chain" lights, but I don't like AAA and coin cell batteries and I wanted rechargeable batteries.
I chose the 50 lumen version as I felt 25 lumen wouldn't be sufficient in a low light enviroment, versus a no light enviroment, and I read the WEE was all fill with little throw. I further felt the 80 lumen runtime could be an issue over a week of use on one cell. BTW, I do have multiple battery cells, but changing batteries in near dark conditions on small appliances isn't something I wanted to do.
Overall, I'm satisfied with my choice. If I were to use the light for reading or walking about the house in total darkness, I can see ordering a 25 lumen emitter. The 80 lumen emitter's function is taken by my RAW NS and MicroExtreme (a CR2 light) - one of which I have close-by when away from home.
I was looking for a small, truly pocketable light (the RAW NS I have also fills this niche, but I thought I'd try smaller still). I currently keep the WEE clipped to my money bag and the light adds no real bulk.
I use the light when getting in the car, when I drop things at night when I'm out and about, to light the way to a bigger light, etc. The uses I put the WEE to are pretty much standard for "key chain" lights, but I don't like AAA and coin cell batteries and I wanted rechargeable batteries.
I chose the 50 lumen version as I felt 25 lumen wouldn't be sufficient in a low light enviroment, versus a no light enviroment, and I read the WEE was all fill with little throw. I further felt the 80 lumen runtime could be an issue over a week of use on one cell. BTW, I do have multiple battery cells, but changing batteries in near dark conditions on small appliances isn't something I wanted to do.
Overall, I'm satisfied with my choice. If I were to use the light for reading or walking about the house in total darkness, I can see ordering a 25 lumen emitter. The 80 lumen emitter's function is taken by my RAW NS and MicroExtreme (a CR2 light) - one of which I have close-by when away from home.
I got the 50 lumen wee. I'm quite happy with it. Occasional use in a light polluted urban environment proves that is bright enough to be useful. The run time is more than adequate for my occasional use. I plan to order an 80 lumen wee later this year.
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Zeige
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I am considering a Wee also. I have a RAW AL on order atm (waiting to see how well I like it 1st). What I like about the WEE is you can also order the seperate pills and interchange them. If I pull the trigger on the WEE I will order the 50 lm. one, and the 80 lm. pill so I can change to what I like best.
Jarl
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I ordered a raw al at 160/20 lumens... eagerly awaiting it's arrival. When I get the money I'll also order a wee ti to carry round my neck.
Re: Which wee do you go
I thought the 80 lumen one only ran for 15 min.
Anyways, I got the 25 and love it. It is great for around the house at night and for taking the mutt out for his nightly romp.
Tim
I thought the 80 lumen one only ran for 15 min.
Anyways, I got the 25 and love it. It is great for around the house at night and for taking the mutt out for his nightly romp.
Tim
TigerhawkT3
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This thread might be better off in the Lummi subforum.
Thanks everyone,great input....especially TigerhawkT3,it's like a smorgisborg of wee's...didn't know it was available,thanks for the link.Got a decent feel thought for what real life use was ,I'm thinking of the 25 lumen ns with trits...should I go ti or ns?best setup for rechargeables?
Jarl
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NS is heavier and also has a nickel smell to it IIRC, which I hate, so ti for me
MikeSalt
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Re: Which wee do you go
Sorry, I counted her spare cell in that runtime. Should have made it more clear by saying 2 x 15 minutes runtime between charges including the spare cell.
Actually, another good point on the material. Some people are allergic to nickel, so it may not suit them. Titanium is hypoallergenic, with no know allergies reported as far as I am aware.
Sorry, I counted her spare cell in that runtime. Should have made it more clear by saying 2 x 15 minutes runtime between charges including the spare cell.
Actually, another good point on the material. Some people are allergic to nickel, so it may not suit them. Titanium is hypoallergenic, with no know allergies reported as far as I am aware.
Re: Which wee do you go
Guess you learn something everyday. I knew Titanium was hypoallergenic, but I never knew you could be allergic to nickel.
Tim
Guess you learn something everyday. I knew Titanium was hypoallergenic, but I never knew you could be allergic to nickel.
Tim
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Re: Which wee do you go
I have both NS and Ti, and my wife has a NS. I also have all light modules and duplicates (I think 25, 25, 50, 50, 80).
The NS is of course heavier, and it will tarnish. But the threads on the Ti are not nearly as smooth.
I usually carry the Ti just for weight savings, and find the 50lm module to be the best compromise of brightness and runtime.
I have both NS and Ti, and my wife has a NS. I also have all light modules and duplicates (I think 25, 25, 50, 50, 80).
The NS is of course heavier, and it will tarnish. But the threads on the Ti are not nearly as smooth.
I usually carry the Ti just for weight savings, and find the 50lm module to be the best compromise of brightness and runtime.
I have the Wee 80. I have a spare battery but I never need to carry it. I never have to use the Wee for more than minutes at a time. If I need to really light something up & for a long period of time I'll pull out whatever EDC is for that day.
I swapped in a Q5 with a better tint in mine. I can't imagine having anything less than an 80.
I swapped in a Q5 with a better tint in mine. I can't imagine having anything less than an 80.
olrac
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Hey Darkzero when are we going to see a P7 Wee :nana:
They are always illuminated, just needs to be somewhat dark to see the glow.
Not the last I heard. Rob tries to keep the price to what he feels is fair for all.
Hope it is durable
Certainly should be. Both my Wee NS and Raw NS have been very durable.
Tim
