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That is strange. Maybe they are moving to different emitters and there will be something even brighter?

That was a great light and the flagship of the AA lights. Seems a strange one to discontinue; why not one of the lower output models?
 
StagMoose said:
That was a great light and the flagship of the AA lights. Seems a strange one to discontinue; why not one of the lower output models?
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Maybe a sales based decision? I’d be curious to know if the SC5 outsells the SC53 overall. I own both and reach for the 53 every time I want a single aa light. I personally don’t need the higher output for my applications, and love the way it disappears in my pocket.
 
Romanko said:
They've just discontinued SC5 Mk II. It's strange.
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I don't think it really was a good fit in their line-up. When I want a small EDC, I grab a SC52 (or SC53). My SC5w isn't very good for EDC, since it's rather fat. It's impressively bright, and the larger reflector gives it modest throw, but not so much better than the SC52/53 that it's worth the extra space in my pocket.

When I want a pocketable EDC for outdoors, I'll use the SC64w HI. It's an 18650 light, but because it's thinner than the SC5 it's actually more pocketable.

The SC5 is kind of a hybrid, but it's extra diameter is a big drawback. I use mine mainly as a bedside light, now. The extra size makes it very stable when tailstanding. But I doubt most people would buy it for that purpose.
 
WalkIntoTheLight said:
I don't think it really was a good fit in their line-up. When I want a small EDC, I grab a SC52 (or SC53). My SC5w isn't very good for EDC, since it's rather fat. It's impressively bright, and the larger reflector gives it modest throw, but not so much better than the SC52/53 that it's worth the extra space in my pocket.

When I want a pocketable EDC for outdoors, I'll use the SC64w HI. It's an 18650 light, but because it's thinner than the SC5 it's actually more pocketable.

The SC5 is kind of a hybrid, but it's extra diameter is a big drawback. I use mine mainly as a bedside light, now. The extra size makes it very stable when tailstanding. But I doubt most people would buy it for that purpose.
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Good point. Now that you mention it? I do remember the SC5 feeling rather large in my pocket. I typically carry my lights clipped to the inside of my left front pocket and I remember it feeling like a pocket hog. Oh well, I think I’ve given up on wanting another SC5. Hopefully this sc52 that I have coming will help change my mind. It’s been a long time since I’ve had one.
 
Mgizler said:
Good point. Now that you mention it? I do remember the SC5 feeling rather large in my pocket. I typically carry my lights clipped to the inside of my left front pocket and I remember it feeling like a pocket hog. Oh well, I think I’ve given up on wanting another SC5. Hopefully this sc52 that I have coming will help change my mind. It’s been a long time since I’ve had one.
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Stick a 14500 in your SC52 and it's as bright as the SC5.
 
Mgizler said:
Surprisingly That’s one thing I never did when I had my old sc52. Does it take button top, flat top, or either?
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I'm pretty sure it requires a button-top. I use a Keeppower cell in mine (I have a SC52 and SC52w). Though, I almost always use Eneloops, since I bring a SC64 or SC600 if I need a lot of output.

One extra benefit of the 14500 in the SC52, is that the max mode (after the step-down from 500 lumens) is well-regulated. On an Eneloop, the max mode is not regulated (the other modes are regulated).

That's also a benefit of the SC5 using Eneloops. It does have very well regulated modes on all levels, regardless of the battery drain condition. I really wish they put the SC5 driver in a SC52 or SC53 body. That would make a kick-*** design. Perhaps there isn't enough room?
 
Nice. Thanks for the info. I have eneloop pro’s I use in my lights. That what I used in my old SC5 and sc52.

His thing can get here fast enough. Coming from Germany. Taking a long time. I believe it’s been in customs for quite a few days.
 
Zebralight claims worldwide free shipping on orders $50+. Yet, on checkout there is only a $27 DHL option for the flashlight to be sent to Canada. Has anybody encounter this problem? Could it be because of Covid-19?
 
Tapis said:
Zebralight claims worldwide free shipping on orders $50+. Yet, on checkout there is only a $27 DHL option for the flashlight to be sent to Canada. Has anybody encounter this problem? Could it be because of Covid-19?
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I haven't tried ordering anything from Zebralight for a year or two, but it wouldn't surprise me.

Neal from Nealsgadgets mentioned that the cost to ship from China to the U.S. via DHL tripled due to the Coronavirus.
 
Thanks all. Today I got this answer from Zebralight regarding the missing free shipping option:

"Our forwarder can't provide the registered airmail recently, only DHL is available. We will provide the registered airmail when our forwarder informs us. I don't know when though."
 
dang, so what they're sayin is... they cant get there from here?

Tapis said:
Thanks all. Today I got this answer from Zebralight regarding the missing free shipping option:

"Our forwarder can't provide the registered airmail recently, only DHL is available. We will provide the registered airmail when our forwarder informs us. I don't know when though."
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WalkIntoTheLight said:
The SC5 is kind of a hybrid, but it's extra diameter is a big drawback. I use mine mainly as a bedside light, now. The extra size makes it very stable when tailstanding. But I doubt most people would buy it for that purpose.
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I actually do that too :laughing:
 
Tapis said:
Zebralight claims worldwide free shipping on orders $50+. Yet, on checkout there is only a $27 DHL option for the flashlight to be sent to Canada. Has anybody encounter this problem? Could it be because of Covid-19?
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2 or 3 years ago I asked them if their free shipping to Canada was still an option (I had used it previously). I was told that some Canadians were ripping them off, because the free option didn't require a signature and Canadians were claiming they never received it, so they removed that option. So, since then, I am stuck paying for EMS shipping. It costs about $15, IIRC, and takes 1-2 weeks. Signature required, though I'm not sure how that works now with Canada Post refusing to collect signatures for the next year.

Are you only seeing DHL as an option, now? Perhaps they removed EMS because Canada Post is refusing signatures on everything? Well, DHL is the fastest. You should get it within a few days. Expensive, though.
 
^ Thanks for your comment. Yes, I'm only seeing a DHL option. And I guess buying the light from a US seller to be mailed to Canada won't end up being cheaper, so sadly our options are very limited.
 
Wow, yeah, that really sucks. I just went to order a red headlamp they have on sale, but you're right that DHL is the only option. It adds more than 50% to the price! Okay, that's out for now.
 
but but but,

that lil red headlamp is really sweet!!!

Jim

WalkIntoTheLight said:
Wow, yeah, that really sucks. I just went to order a red headlamp they have on sale, but you're right that DHL is the only option. It adds more than 50% to the price! Okay, that's out for now.
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