World's longest throwing LED Flashlight- FTP the affordable DEFT
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jblackwood
Enlightened
I've got to say, my Deft enthusiast is still king of my house throw-wise. I got the 3A. The lens on the FTP is much clearer, almost blemish-free, in my opinion. Otherwise, that emitter, driven at the same level, with the same type of lens as my Enthusiast model might be visibly less bright. As it is, you really have to compare them side by side to see the difference. I go out at night now and feel like I have dual lightsabers!!! :devil: Thanks, Michael. I'm looking forward to yet another one if I can pick up either one of those high output models or a non warm emitter. We'll see how my timing works out in the next batch!
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In case anyone thinks otherwise, the 3A model is SOOOOO worth much more than Michael is charging for it. The wafer projection is SOOOO clear (clearer than the enthusiast) and throws just as far as my enthusiast, it's just a tad less bright. Like I said, you wouldn't be able to tell unless you had the enthusiast right there next to it and turned ON for direct comparison.
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In case anyone thinks otherwise, the 3A model is SOOOOO worth much more than Michael is charging for it. The wafer projection is SOOOO clear (clearer than the enthusiast) and throws just as far as my enthusiast, it's just a tad less bright. Like I said, you wouldn't be able to tell unless you had the enthusiast right there next to it and turned ON for direct comparison.
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jblackwood
Enlightened
By the way, Michael, even though I have my light in hand and there's no harm nor foul on my part, I never got an email with shipping info. Did you send it and I just didn't get it?
I think they are all sold. Just waiting to hear back from one individual who asked for the last one. More will be coming fairly soon.Anymore from the first batch still available?
I've been a very bad boy. :whoopin: I only got a few of the emails out before I got distracted. I can't remember who I sent info to and who I didn't. If anyone wants it feel free to send me a PM.
fortean101
Newly Enlightened
Can I register interest or leave a deposit for one of the future batchs? a Q5 WC? I live in the UK.
I have been a lurker for some time.........
I can send paypal
It was either a deft or a second hand Surefire M6 which I could not afford to run! :mecry:
I have been a lurker for some time.........
I can send paypal
It was either a deft or a second hand Surefire M6 which I could not afford to run! :mecry:
csshih
Flashlight Enthusiast
Pictures, guys!! 
Man, these lights are fantastic. I have been taking the DEFT-FTP HO out to walk the dog every night...man thing this is awesome....would love to have another FTP HO with the warm LED....are you planning on making anymore FTP HO?
Thanks,
Thanks,
Not at this time. I don't want to have to assemble any more of those old drivers. I will look into a new solution to see if I can find something suitable but don't hold your breath. The standard FTP driver gives plenty of power to the LED as is and raising the output even more requires more work on the thermal side of things. You really would not be able to tell the difference unless you had the two lights side by side anyway. Glad your are enjoying it. Don't blind anyone OK.
Good thing you emailed me. I never saw your post since it was delayed being your first post. No need to leave a deposit. Just make sure you check back on this thread in about two weeks time.
The DEFT does not cost that much to run. The M6 however.
fortean101
Newly Enlightened
Reply sent via email thanks!
Shame the Surefire M6 does not run on AA cells!
How long do the batteries last anyway?
Shame the Surefire M6 does not run on AA cells!
How long do the batteries last anyway?
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Depends on the battery type. 1:30-2:30ish. I have the runtime info but do not know how to input it and make those fancy graphs others do. If someone can help me there I'd be much obliged.Reply sent via email thanks!
Shame the Surefire M6 does not run on AA cells!
How long do the batteries last anyway?
Yes with one caveat. They need to be very narrow batteries. The internal bore of the light is slightly tighter than it "should" be. I test all lights with eneloops or their cousins because those rechargables are the narrowest I have found. Plus they happen to be the best rechargeable option out there in my opinion. That said even with those you have to be careful installing them. Each battery has a seam where the protective cover overlaps. That seam needs to be placed so as to not add to the overall diameter of the battery holder when the batteries are installed. Normal alkalines and my recommended battery, the Energizer Advanced or Ultimate Lithium primaries, fit beautifully.
Well duboost did all the work for me.:thanks:
No such thing as a base model anymore. You can have it in any color you like as long as it's black.
I used to have all manner of options available but that proved to be way too unwieldy to produce and make money. I left what I consider the essentials.
