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Based on a swift decision, after the last release I decided to try and make something extra special for the 1 year anniversary of the original release. Yes, it has been a year since these lights were first sold here on CPF. I'd like to say, that it has been a great run for this light, what it lacks in size and output, it makes up in uniqueness. I appreciate the tremendous support from many guys and girls from here, that has showed interest, purchased this light and had a few nice words to say about it. After this batch, this design will retire, and I'm moving up in size. I have 10180 size prototype that you have seen, and 10440 that you haven't yet. I even have one, that will support 10440, 14500, and 18650 with exchangeable heads. More about these in the upcoming months. Now lets get back to this light! If I'm not mistaken, this is the very first flashlight, made if Zircu-Ti material. It is a forged mix of Zirconium and 2 different grades of Titanium. Working with this material was probably the most difficult out of all the different versions. When machining different materials with different hardness within the same bar, it's very difficult to hold high tolerances, so it's been a bit of a process, to get it done just right. I believe, this is the most unique and attractive material I've had the chance to work with, and even though it is a high stress operation working expensive materials, I will try and carry on the practice of making small batches of exotic lights of future designs as well. By now, most of you are familiar with the specification of this flashlight, the only difference between other versions and this one, is the LED emitter, which is a Nichia 219C 4000K version. You can see the specs of this light HERE
Like the previous Mokuti version, I'll be able to do 2 different color variations, based on your preference. One other interesting piece you'll see on the picture, is a full acrylic version that was made for fun, and ironically it was nearly as difficult to machine as the Zircu-Ti version. You can see higher resolution images of these lights on my Flickr HERE.
Those who reached out and messaged me in the past about future exotic release for this light, had a chance, to pre-purchase this light. There was 16 pcs. made total, there will be 8pcs. availablefor purchase half on them here, with the other half available on FF Facebook Forum. Feel free to message me with any questions, you might have.
Release date: 8/11/2017 (tomorrow) around 5-6pm PST.
Like the previous Mokuti version, I'll be able to do 2 different color variations, based on your preference. One other interesting piece you'll see on the picture, is a full acrylic version that was made for fun, and ironically it was nearly as difficult to machine as the Zircu-Ti version. You can see higher resolution images of these lights on my Flickr HERE.
Those who reached out and messaged me in the past about future exotic release for this light, had a chance, to pre-purchase this light. There was 16 pcs. made total, there will be 8pcs. availablefor purchase half on them here, with the other half available on FF Facebook Forum. Feel free to message me with any questions, you might have.
Release date: 8/11/2017 (tomorrow) around 5-6pm PST.