v5 Triple BOSS Flashlight (Bright Output Small Size)

[ElectronGuru]

Can someone please tell me the difference between:
XP-L HI
XP-L HD4

There are 4 kinds of XPL:

1) domed (tall dome)
2) dedomed (dome is removed)
3) redomed (dome is removed and replaced with a short dome - HD4/MDC)
4) high intensity (factory installed short dome)

The first type doesn't fit under triple optics
The second type has awful color
The third type is our custom short dome process and currently gives 4500k
The fourth type is called HI and currently gives 4000k

HI and redome are essentially interchangeable with the main current difference being color.

We choose between them largely for logistical considerations.

Never seen a knife, light, and HAND all the same color before. Great worksite pic!

 

[Tejasandre]

Warranty voided, on your manicure.

 

[Wtlj]

There are 4 kinds of XPL:

1) domed (tall dome)
2) dedomed (dome is removed)
3) redomed (dome is removed and replaced with a short dome - HD4/MDC)
4) high intensity (factory installed short dome)

The first type doesn't fit under triple optics
The second type has awful color
The third type is our custom short dome process and currently gives 4500k
The fourth type is called HI and currently gives 4000k

HI and redome are essentially interchangeable with the main current difference being color.

I'm lost...I'll explain.
I was sold my patina combo as an XPL-HI but the serial number comes up as XPL-HD4.


So your saying it's 4500K like the Redome but their serial check shows it's 4200K. I also don't believe it's nearly as blue as my Redome. I'll have to compare when I get home. Am I going crazy?

Is the latest release Redome (MDC) the same color hue as the XPL-HD4 used in the patina run? Perhaps the 4200K listed on its spec sheet is incorrect?

 

[ElectronGuru]

Am I going crazy?

No, but I may be. Let me ask the SN experts and get back to you.

In the mean time, let me know if you'd like to return it. Close up photos may help the investigation!

 

[Wtlj]

No, but I may be. Let me ask the SN experts and get back to you.

In the mean time, let me know if you'd like to return it. Close up photos may help the investigation!

Return? Hahaha. You must be crazy! NEVER. I'll get some close up pics soon.
Everyone knows variety is the spice of life!

 

[U2v5]

[emoji58] hoarding?

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Good for you! [emoji41]

 

[Vernon]

Thanks guys, that means the world!


Update

The standard tightness for BOSS bezel rings is proving to tight for hand removal.
We are addressing this in several ways, depending if you are a current or future owner:


FUTURE
BOSS sales pages now include an instructions text box below options menus. When purchasing a new BOSS, enter modifications you'd like made before shipment, including optic, GID, and ring tightness. Typing 'loosen ring' is enough to change it from ready-for-hard-use to something ready-for-swaps.


CURRENT
Ship the head into OR HQ for a one time loosen and/or parts change (no charge). We can then leave it loose or tighten it back down, as you like. We are also starting production on bezel tools. Available in pairs, they'll allow for max tight and max loose between deployments.


EXTRA
We are also working on a supplementary bezel ring. Its release may be a good time to implement some of the things above.

Thanks for the update! Can you give an ETA on the bezel tool? That will help me decide on sitting tight or sending it in.

Thanks!

 

[Wtlj]

All that's needed for bezel loosening is a pair of rubber gloves or pair of rubber bands and a pair of testicles.
In all seriousness I've received a few extremely tight ones...
Throw on a pair of latex gloves, turn the light on high and get the head hot, grab ahold and grunt a bit while twisting. Works every time.

If all else fails every man should own a pair of rubber strap wrenches!

 

[Tejasandre]

So bounce has to be turned way down for afterburn huh?

 

[flashlight nut]

So bounce has to be turned way down for afterburn huh?

Not at all. My bounce is set at 86. It activates about 2 to 3 inches from my hand.

 

[Tejasandre]

Hmm.. maybe I need fresh batteries? Internal meter flashes 4.1 with 2 battery

 

[flashlight nut]

As mentioned quite a few post back, have you tried wiping the lens of any smudges or dust?

 

[Tejasandre]

Forgot about that. Did turn the bounce down to 50,that worked. I'll try 90 & a clean lenses tonight. Thanks for the reminder

 

[wimmer21]

Now this is how it's done. You guys should learn something from Wtlj and *me... the Boss is a tool.


*has shelf queen for contrast comparison.

 

[wimmer21]

Return? Hahaha. You must be crazy! NEVER. I'll get some close up pics soon.
Everyone knows variety is the spice of life!

You must have a really quick trigger finger to have successfully placed that HA order. Wow.... I hope your on the potty during the next drop.

 

[Shawnson]

Have not had any drops yet. Almost hope it happens soon just so I can get it out of the way and stop worrying about it. I know it is going to happen eventually.

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[Wtlj]

You must have a really quick trigger finger to have successfully placed that HA order. Wow.... I hope your on the potty during the next drop.

Don't fool yourself...I purchased the majority of what you see on the secondary market.

 

[scintillator]

BOSS bezel ring;
I was able to remove the bezel without too much difficulty using two Fenix AOD-S Diffusers.
Pictures;

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Of course be gentle but forceful at the same time.

 

[YummyBacon!]

Are those a silicone or soft diffuser? They
look like hard plastic.

BOSS bezel ring;
I was able to remove the bezel without too much difficulty using two Fenix AOD-S Diffusers.
Pictures;

 

[xdayv]

Have not had any drops yet. Almost hope it happens soon just so I can get it out of the way and stop worrying about it. I know it is going to happen eventually.

Would be interested to know how you programmed your BOSS in line with your job?