HDS Second and Final 4000k Group Buy interest thread.

[Str8stroke]

I got my 2 lights.... I am surprised one has a white reflector.... makes for a floody beam

Yes, that is the Diffuse Reflector as Henry calls it. It is for a smooth flood beam by design. Could have sent in to you in error?

 

[JKolmo]

Got it here too (overseas shipping). It's really a very nice light! Love the beam!

 

[Doug]

Yes, that is the Diffuse Reflector as Henry calls it. It is for a smooth flood beam by design. Could have sent in to you in error?

I ordered the ultra clear glass, or whatever it's called... I guess it comes with it...

 

[Doug]

My coworker got one, and I got 2, we compared the tints, and all 3 are different..... I guess that is the difference between a flashlight, and a movie light.... I have 2 lights from Light & Motion (1000 and a 5000).... both are *IDENTICAL* tint, well, I did not measure them, but I can not tell the difference, even when the beams overlap..... But, they expensive, the cheapest one retails for $600....

 

[asleep]

There are a couple folks who didn't respond to my emails, so I will keep trying and will keep your light in my safe tucked away until I hear from you.

Dan/Hogo/Thor

Thanks, PayPal sent today.

 

[Tixx]

Thanks, PayPal sent today.

He woke!

That was funny because your name is asleep.

 

[nbp]

I ordered the ultra clear glass, or whatever it's called... I guess it comes with it...

The reflector and lens are two separate things. The default reflector is a traditional shiny metallic reflector for a typical beam. The flood reflector would have to be specified for those who want it.

Edit: see below. You did order a flood reflector.

 

[nbp]

Ok, I am in....

1. Rotary $325
2. 18650 $49
3. Extended
4. Silver
5. Diffuse Reflector $42
6. N/A

Shipping $5.80 - maybe insurance?

Total $421.80

Actually I see you ordered the diffuse reflector here so you got the right setup per your order.

 

[Doug]

Actually I see you ordered the diffuse reflector here so you got the right setup per your order.

Yes, I realize this, but I just did not know it was going to be white, I assumed it would be an orange peel reflector.... I noticed the reflector on my 2nd light has lines in the beam, not a perfectly smooth silver reflector/beam.... but I bet most don't care

 

[doctordun]

I am looking for battery suggestions for the HDS 18650 tube.
The AW brand that Henry sent with my light are quite expensive and I am trying to find quality substitutes that fit the 18.5mm x 69mm protected requirement.
It seems that published dimensions on websites vary a lot for even the same battery and are not always accurate, as I have found out.
The good thing is that I have other lights that I can use the batteries that don't fit, but it's getting expensive to continue to experiment on finding a good battery that fits.

 

[hank_612]

I am a big fan of Keeppower

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LSFNDXC/?tag=cpf0b6-20

 

[asleep]

Arrived yesterday,

Thanks to Hogo for getting these done.

He woke!

That was funny because your name is asleep.

 

[kj2]

I am looking for battery suggestions for the HDS 18650 tube.

Am using a 3400 mAh Eagtac (Eagletac) in mine. Fits and works perfectly

 

[asleep]

How difficult is it to swap out reflectors with another rotary?

I have a Rotary 200 and a high CRI one, both with what looks to be same silver reflector.

I ordered the white flood reflector for this buy (18650) but would rather have the flood beam + flush button and more focused beam with the 18650 length.

 

[usdiver]

Very easy

 

[usdiver]

The reflectors are interchangeable just be sure and don't lose the o rings, and remember their position or place where they are and better would be to use a vice with a thick cloth to grip the threads of the reflector to seperate it from the bezel

 

[the0dore3524]

The reflectors are interchangeable just be sure and don't lose the o rings, and remember their position or place where they are and better would be to use a vice with a thick cloth to grip the threads of the reflector to seperate it from the bezel

I can attest to this...the big bandaid on my finger is proof lol. Next time I'll use a cloth [emoji23]

 

[usdiver]

I can attest to this...the big bandaid on my finger is proof lol. Next time I'll use a cloth [emoji23]

I wasn't going to say but that first thread is quite sharp. Tough though! If you are careful enough you can get by with a thick cloth and a leatherman plier grip

 

[jmarsh86]

Are you still taking orders for this light?

 

[eraursls1984]

Are you still taking orders for this light?

This ended about a year ago and a half ago. You can look for one on the secondary market.