jashhash
Enlightened
Hi Everyone,
I just updated the ship list for round 6. I plan to have the round 6 lights shipped out this Friday.
I just updated the ship list for round 6. I plan to have the round 6 lights shipped out this Friday.
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Sold/Expired 100pc Left Titanium Firefly
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jashhash
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Hi Weapon Smith,
Right now I just have the Nichia 219b version remaining in stock. The Nichia 219b is by far the most popular with a 90+ CRI. The XML version that is now sold out is brighter but with lesser CRI of around 70-75.
Right now I just have the Nichia 219b version remaining in stock. The Nichia 219b is by far the most popular with a 90+ CRI. The XML version that is now sold out is brighter but with lesser CRI of around 70-75.
Sofastreamer
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cant find any information about the ui and modes as well as possible batterys on this. could you please post that information (again).
is it right, that ould cost 149 $ shipping included when shipped to germany?
FatRat
Newly Enlightened
Link is on first page,click firefly which takes you to kickstarter then click campaign.
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Eric242
Flashlight Enthusiast
I think the first post has a typo regarding the int´l shipping costs. See post#329:
greenadam29
Newly Enlightened
Ill take one if still available
FatRat
Newly Enlightened
Did they ship?
neoaeon
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In for one, PayPal sent
Howiezowie
Newly Enlightened
A heads up and word of caution to new owners of this light: (Note: In no way is this a criticism of the light or its designer, Joshua; I am thrilled to own this very nice light!)
On arrival the light may have a number of tiny "splinters" or almost microscopic shards of titanium adhering to some of the surfaces, a by-product of the machining/milling processes from manufacturing. I had a fair bit of this material on my light, but did not realize these splinters could end up lodged in my fingers after handling it. Initially I casually wiped of any debris I saw, but I ended up having to remove six tiny but painful metal splinters from a three of my fingers (not an easy task.) After that, I more carefully examined the light for splinters and thoroughly cleaned it.
My recommendation: Examine the surfaces of the light with a magnifier, and/or thoroughly brush it with a stiff plastic brush to remove any remaining shards of metal. (Be careful where those brushed of splinters end up!) Definitely remove the head bezel and the stainless steel pins (or tritium vials) and use a toothbrush etc. to brush into the openings/crevices. Also, check and brush the threads of the head (remove o-rings of course) to be sure any metal bits are removed.
Unlike many custom lights that are hand milled and finished by the individual designer, the Firefly's manufacturing was outsourced to suppliers and a machine shop in China, with the designer, Joshua, in Shenzhen himself for most (if not all,) of the time, personally guiding the process. I cannot speak for the other 299 lights made, but clearly the one I received had not been fully cleaned of titanium debris by the machinist or individuals performing final assembly. This is not a defect of the light or design, but simply a case of workers perhaps rushing to finish a small production run, and not fully cleaning metal parts before they moved on to the next stage of production.
I just felt new owners should be aware of the potential of their lights arriving with hard-to-see titanium remnants, and provide a little guidance to ensure happy (and pain free) ownership!
Cheers!
(Below is a photo for size reference, showing two tiny titanium splinters)
![29794819535_47db16d08a_z.jpg width="640" height="600"](https://c8.staticflickr.com/9/8118/29794819535_47db16d08a_z.jpg width="640" height="600")
On arrival the light may have a number of tiny "splinters" or almost microscopic shards of titanium adhering to some of the surfaces, a by-product of the machining/milling processes from manufacturing. I had a fair bit of this material on my light, but did not realize these splinters could end up lodged in my fingers after handling it. Initially I casually wiped of any debris I saw, but I ended up having to remove six tiny but painful metal splinters from a three of my fingers (not an easy task.) After that, I more carefully examined the light for splinters and thoroughly cleaned it.
My recommendation: Examine the surfaces of the light with a magnifier, and/or thoroughly brush it with a stiff plastic brush to remove any remaining shards of metal. (Be careful where those brushed of splinters end up!) Definitely remove the head bezel and the stainless steel pins (or tritium vials) and use a toothbrush etc. to brush into the openings/crevices. Also, check and brush the threads of the head (remove o-rings of course) to be sure any metal bits are removed.
Unlike many custom lights that are hand milled and finished by the individual designer, the Firefly's manufacturing was outsourced to suppliers and a machine shop in China, with the designer, Joshua, in Shenzhen himself for most (if not all,) of the time, personally guiding the process. I cannot speak for the other 299 lights made, but clearly the one I received had not been fully cleaned of titanium debris by the machinist or individuals performing final assembly. This is not a defect of the light or design, but simply a case of workers perhaps rushing to finish a small production run, and not fully cleaning metal parts before they moved on to the next stage of production.
I just felt new owners should be aware of the potential of their lights arriving with hard-to-see titanium remnants, and provide a little guidance to ensure happy (and pain free) ownership!
Cheers!
(Below is a photo for size reference, showing two tiny titanium splinters)
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msim
Enlightened
This made my fingers hurt just reading it!! I luckily did not have that issue but will definitely make a habit of checking for such things whenever I get a new light!
greenadam29
Newly Enlightened
PP sent
neoaeon
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mixglo.com has the 3x11mm trits, but doesn't seem to offer 2.5x10mm. Does anyone have a preffered source for the 2.5x10mm trits?
gunga
Flashaholic
They sell them there. If not, I may have a green set available soon.
Crazyeddiethefirst
Flashlight Enthusiast
Yes they do. Using my IPod 6s I did not see them, but the owner directed me with a link. In hindsight I wish I had ordered the 3x11's.
gunga
Flashaholic
Why? They look better but if you drop it you will regret it. 
Crazyeddiethefirst
Flashlight Enthusiast
Why? They look better but if you drop it you will regret it.
Hey Gunga,
I hate to admit it, but the hands that once assisted in open heart surgery & could tie knots inside a matchbox are now having a challenge at manipulating the tiny "O" ring shock absorbers. I think the design is brilliant. I started with green trits alternating the stainless steel rods, then used 4 green and 4 blue. I just realized the last time that it took me an awful long time to get it right. Has anyone dropped theirs yet with 3x11 trits? Awesome light, and I highly recommend Mix-glo(excellent products & customer service...thanks Mike for the recommendation way back when)...
gunga
Flashaholic
I find the tiny orings very fiddly and annoying too. They work though. When I did drop testing the proto, I managed to break most of the trits. It looks better but is fragile, so be wary.
FatRat
Newly Enlightened
op had been awol for over a week and no shipping notice,im concerned!
