Who got their LD01 Stainless Steel?

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I think it is pretty noticeable at all three levels. (I also have the LOD and it is less noticeable in this light). I think it might even have the green tint as well. But I am not sure if my eyes and brain are tricking me because of just reading about this green tint. I am going to have to ask my fellow flashaholic that lives close by.

I am also using a e2 lithium battery.
 
It's noticeable on my 2 as well but it's not unusual. I've got a couple of new Jetbeams that have it as well and I've seen it in a number of Cree lights. It kind of reminds me of the old Lux V doughnut hole. I doesn't really bother me in use however.

-LT
 
Finally got to check out the SS LD01 as it was put under the tree. Beautiful light, great tint, I love it. 🙂
 
WadeF said:
Finally got to check out the SS LD01 as it was put under the tree. Beautiful light, great tint, I love it. 🙂
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Congrats, Wade! They really are beautiful little lights -- that beg their owners for more "on" time! :twothumbs

Merry Christmas! :santa:

-Clive
 
I need to find a clearer cap for mine, I have a white chapstick type cap on it to mostly protect it from the change in my pocket and would like the beam to be able to get through better. The white cap actually is wonderful for most things as it floods an area with the right amount of light on medium to do most things at short distances. I was just concerned the change would scratch the glass lens as I used to pocket a dorcy AAA and the lens is really scratched badly.
 
4sevens said:
I don't mean to imply all units going to asia have issues. I'm just saying
that they are checking all of my pieces - hence the delay.
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I guess one slipped through the QC. Mine mode-switches. I don't know if it's the holidays, but my emails (fenixstore) haven't been replied to.
 
diff_lock2 said:
I guess one slipped through the QC. Mine mode-switches. I don't know if it's the holidays, but my emails (fenixstore) haven't been replied to.
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Sorry about that - we'll get to you email soon and get you taken care of.
I had three of my workers take time off during the busiest time of the year. 🙁
 
I've now had the SS LD01 for several weeks on my keychain, and I must say, it's probably the toughest piece of metal I've ever carried. The finish looks basically exactly the same as when it came out of the box. I used to carry a Spyderco Cricket on the same keychain and the satin finish stainless steel scales started to show wear after a few days - but with the LD01, almost nothing! Does anyone know exactly what sort of steel this little wonder is made of?
 
spgrk said:
I've now had the SS LD01 for several weeks on my keychain, and I must say, it's probably the toughest piece of metal I've ever carried. The finish looks basically exactly the same as when it came out of the box. I used to carry a Spyderco Cricket on the same keychain and the satin finish stainless steel scales started to show wear after a few days - but with the LD01, almost nothing! Does anyone know exactly what sort of steel this little wonder is made of?
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There are many different alloys of stainless steel. Some can resist denting and scratching a lot more than others.

http://www.metaltek.com/stainless.html
 
I've got a LD01 SS on the way. I am normally into black versions of things, black cameras, black flashlights, but with the LD01 I made an exception because of the material - Stainless steel. 😎
 
Just want to say that the body of the LD01 SS is wonderful. So solid and smooth and it just feels really good in the hand. Thanks to Fenix for making such an excellent choice of material and for doing such a nice job of fabricating it. Superb.
 
I just ordered one but it would be even better if there were a ti version.
 
paulr said:
I just ordered one but it would be even better if there were a ti version.
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I wouldn't buy a Ti version... way too expensive for me I was having to talk myself into the SS version at the price but the build quality and modes and such it is well worth it even though the runtimes may be exaggerated it seems.
Mine has been banging on my keys for several weeks now with no difference in how it looks. I put a chapstick cap over the end of it and left it on all the time and when I was opening my truck the light was banging on the door but the plastic cap protected the paint.
 
My two LD01_SS's receive more daily use than all of my other torches combined. I love these little lights ... there's just no better way to say it. :thumbsup: It sure is great to hear that so many CPF'ers are enjoying theirs, as well.
Bravo, Fenix!!! :clap: :goodjob: :thanks:
Cheers! :twothumbs

-Clive
 
While everyone is heaping praise on this little light, I do have some complaints:

- the knurling is far too smooth and hard to use.
- the o-ring is too big, I managed to find some L0D o-rings that are smaller or slimmer and the action is much better.
- The levels are too close. Lower low with longer runtime please (many tests show 4 hour runtime on low?!).
- The finish work on the whole is good, but seems less refined vs the Aluminum versions. Feels a bit cheaper. I know this is because Stainless is much harder to work with, but it's an obsevation.

THat said, with all my complaints, the new pwm is much better and I like not having SOS mode (a hidden strobe would be nice).

The SS LD01 lives on my keychain, naked (except for some innertube/orings on the twisty part for grip) and it is wearing very well. While it's heavier, it's much tougher and doesn't look beatup after time on the keychain.

Kudos for offering a reasonably priced, nice Stainless light for the keychain. It was long overdue!
 
yeah the poor runtime tests concern me, but to be honest I haven't noticed. Does this annoy anyone during practical use? I'm using enerloops to power my and my wifes LD01 SS and to be honest, I didn't notice the runtime thing until I read some posts about it.

The only downside I see is it's wieght in comparison to an alumnium LD01. I got to hold the two just the other day, there is a significant weight difference and my wife is complaining that her keys are too heavy already. Not so much of an issue for me as mine lives clipped to my pants pocket and rarely lives on my keys.
 
It looks to me like they sandblasted them. All corners/borders aren't sharp at all and we can't see the machining marks. This is probably why the knurling is so smooth (also too much in my opinion). It gives it the feeling of a SS tool (screwdriver, etc.). To me it's a light that anyone shouldn't mine banging around, it can't look worse than it is now! Fenix should always keep producing this edition.

About the oring: True, it needs a shitload of lube to be smooth...
About the levels: Also true... But I find that medium is pretty good for most of my uses. I really like the fact that the SOS and the strobe are now gone! I don't regret selling my L0D-CE (P4) for this one.
About the PWM: Still noticeable but much better!

gunga said:
While everyone is heaping praise on this little light, I do have some complaints:

- the knurling is far too smooth and hard to use.
- the o-ring is too big, I managed to find some L0D o-rings that are smaller or slimmer and the action is much better.
- The levels are too close. Lower low with longer runtime please (many tests show 4 hour runtime on low?!).
- The finish work on the whole is good, but seems less refined vs the Aluminum versions. Feels a bit cheaper. I know this is because Stainless is much harder to work with, but it's an obsevation.

THat said, with all my complaints, the new pwm is much better and I like not having SOS mode (a hidden strobe would be nice).

The SS LD01 lives on my keychain, naked (except for some innertube/orings on the twisty part for grip) and it is wearing very well. While it's heavier, it's much tougher and doesn't look beatup after time on the keychain.

Kudos for offering a reasonably priced, nice Stainless light for the keychain. It was long overdue!
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The LD01 was a great hit with my mom for Christmas. Mine is in my pocket all the time, it is wonderful.

Now, I did end up getting a Muyshondt Aeon for Christmas (Enrique ran his giveaway and sale and my parents gave me the Aeon)! So I carry both of them! 🙂

I showed both lights to a friend the other day, she now is trying to figure out how to get one of each 😗

So many cool flashlights, so few pockets!
 
I think I know why I really love my LD01 SS. It reminds me of my Victorinox stuff, like the Swiss Tool, Swiss Tool Spirit, etc. Slap a Victorinox logo on it and they could package it with their multitools. 🙂 Maybe I should take a picture of it with my Swiss Tools...
 
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