Hello there! My name's Paul, I'm an EDC enthusiast and gear collector that loves to discuss the topic with others and bring new people into the hobby. On this channel, I'll cover product reviews, overviews, and comparisons and get talk about the philosophy of what we carry, and why we carry it.
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Of course! For this light, and others I review, there is a Short on my channel showing the various brightness levels in my testing area. I hope that helps!
Have you noticed any problems with the battery charge? Whenever I charge it completely via usb-c cable attached to my laptop it seems to be empty just after couple of days without me even using it...
I haven't had any abnormal drain myself, and that fast is very unusual. If it's that severe then honestly I'd hit the warranty first, you should get useable charge for far longer even with parasitic drain. If you don't want to jump to warranty, then try a different battery if possible (and that battery in a different light) and try a different charger. Realistically speaking charging from a laptop should be fine just slow, but it's worth trouble shooting all aspects of the power situation if you're interested. Hope that helps!
just bought one. i was going to get an arkfield, been eying them ever since they came out but I dont like the proprietary charger and theyre actually larger than one would expect. first thing ima do when it comes is tear that clip off also got their minix mini "keychain" model for 10buks, both with uv. I think ill carry the mini when im in scrubs at the hospital. its hard to edc a flashlight in scrubs instead of jeans/sweatshirt. currently using klarus e5/warsun led but miss having a uv light. I have some that are penlights but all are too big/awkward size really to edc, and their tiny batteries are a bit lacking. lot you can do with a uv light people dont realize. you can dechlorinate water, or sanitize it. if there is any questionable produce in the fridge, i usually leave it under a uv light for a few minutes since molds are extremely sensitive to uv light. what ive found most useful is writing smiley faces on kids hands in the ER and making them suddenly appear with a uv light like magic, a good distraction while their parents are usually freaking out. did you know you can tell someones race by the color of the pigment of their hands with a uv light since most white people have the same amount of melanin that is held in small pockets, they show up as evenly spaced out dots on their hands lol. you can also mark stuff with highlighter and find it in the dark really easily with a uv light. there are some other medical uses which i wont get into since theyre not really accepted yet.
Very bad plastic quality. It cracks by itself , like all this kind of flashlights from Boruit. I do not recommend. Does not have 1500 lumens. Maybe at most 1000.
Sorry to hear you've had a bad experience, I encourage you to contact Boruit, if you have spontaneous issues like this then it's up to them to make it right. I haven't had any issues like that on any of the review units I received yet, but I'll keep an eye on them.
Awesome comparison! I have the Lite and Nail versions because I really like the mag glass and quattro screwdriver in addition to the scissors and scale tools. I use the nail file more than the small blade, so I replaced the small blade on my Lite version with a small replacement metal file from the Classic SwissCard. Optics Planet sells them for $2.50 or so. While it's smaller than the blade, it fits well in the blade slot and does not fall out. I keep the Lite version in my travel kit, and the Nail Care version in my wallet.
I love all of the cards, such an great form factor! I don't carry the classic as much now mostly just because it's old enough I'm sentimental to it, but the nail care is a travel tool for me because of the lack of knife. The Lite is something I reach for when I want *something* in my pocket, but not the bulk of a full carry, similar to how I treat the Midnite Manager. That file swap is a great idea, I'll have to check out the store. I've seen some folks use a 3D printed insert that gives it the classic UK chip fork, that's a fun one.
Great summary! I like to carry a pry bar and other basic tools that augment my natural abilities (the others: flashlight, knife, lighter). I have four: two for small pocket kits and two for simple pocket carry. In my pocket, I carry a longer (4.3") relatively simple titanium pry. For pry bars, length translates into extra leverage. The only features on the simple pry are bottle opener and 1/4 hex driver. The other one is from OLight and is much shorter. It has a whistle and 4mm bit storage. I use it when I carry my Victorinox Cybertool to give me more 4mm bits. For my small pocket kits, I really like the LeverGear Edge XT. I could pocket this too. It's a dang multitool with an exacto blade, Phillips and flat head screwdrivers, a box tape ripper, a 1/4 hex magnetized driver, wire stripper, ruler, etc. The other I keep with my pocket screwdriver in a small kit. It's called the GearInfusion EverRatchet, and allows me to turn my pocket screwdriver into a ratchet.
Very comprehensive! Tailoring the pry to a specific combo is a great approach and I love the smaller Opry acting as bit storage for your SAK. Which is your favourite pry if you had to choose?
@@gearedforward Good question. For prying things, the longer titanium Ainhue A4 ($32 on Amazon, $18 on AE). For overall multitasking, the LeverGear Edge XT ($30 but they run 20% off sales from time to time). The LeverGear is about an inch shorter, but has a ton more functions. It would be hard to select only one. Probably LeverGear. The other two are smaller and really serve more as screwdriver accessories that also pry in a pinch. Which is your favorite?
Great video - love this knife! KS2 stands for KSS or Knife, Scissors, Saw. It's a great formula, pioneered by the Victorinox Huntsman & Fieldmaster. The OKS2 version stands in the middle between the original KS2 and the KS2 Elite. The original KS2 had a 5cr blade and 3cr tools for the rest including the scissors. The KS2 Elite upgraded the blade to D2 and the rest of the tools to German 4116. The OKS2 is 4116 throughout, including the blade. 4116 is equivalent to the steel Victorinox uses. Also, the OKS2 uses aluminum scales which cause an 0.2 oz increase in weight vs. the KS2/KS2E. IMO no one should buy the original KS2. The OKS2 has better steel, costs the same and weighs only 5% more. The only choice is either OKS2 for $30 or the KS2 Elite for $8 more. For that $8, you get the D2 blade, G10 scales vs. Aluminum, and the 4mm bit kit with the adapter that fits on the Phillips. So to me the KS2E is worth it unless you can find the OKS2 on sale. YMMV.
Thanks, and an excellent informative breakdown! I agree with your conclusion, from what you've outlined the original just seems poor value in a world where the OKS2 exists. The Elite sounds interesting, I grabbed this one on sale, the benefit of it being under Olight is the frequent sales and ready access to coupon/discount codes, the downside being waiting for that time of the month! I may have to grab an elite and do a comparison...
It's great to have choices! I looked at the IF24 and chose the IF23 (as well as a couple of Sofirin LT1S lanterns and several back up batteries) due to the reverse charging. We lose power due to storms from time to time in Houston, and it's always great to have long lasting lights AND power banks and Sofirn offers both in the same package with the IF23 and LT1S.
Whilst I prefer pairing lights with dedicated banks, the option to use a light as a power bank when needed can be invaluable. I imagine the side light on the IF23 makes it great for black outs too!
Very cool review - subscribed! It appears the P1S is based on the Nextool MiniSailor Scissors, as the P1 had the exact same toolset as the MiniSailor. The P1S, however, changes things up from the MiniSailor Scissors. First you get the diamond file and metal saw edge to go with the crosscut. The MiniSailor Scissors file is two-sided: straight and cross cut. No metal saw. That's a new and welcome upgrade. And you get the opener layer instead of the tiny fold out pliers. IMO, that's more useful too.
Thanks for subscribing I'm happy you liked the videos! I love having a decent file with a metal saw, I've used the metal saw on my MTs more than I've ever used a wood saw! The P1S is a really compelling little toolset.
It's one of those rare models from Wurkkos that makes me say, _"Hmm... Let me think about it"_ rather than _"Take my money already!"_ 🔦🙋♂ After having bought my 25th flashlight, I've gotten more selective than ever. It doesn't mean that I won't revisit the HD11 for consideration, but for the time being I've decided that my next purchase will be a thrower like the TD01, TD01C or the Sofirn SF26 or C8L. Or the Wurkkos TS26, if the company ever decides to release an Anduril version of the TS26s. 🙂
@@StratmanII I get what you mean, once your collection reaches a certain size you tend to then want to round out or explore certain aspects you're missing or enjoy more. And throwers are incredibly fun! A cheap and cheerful thrower I've enjoyed for a few years is the Lumintop D2, relatively compact, great throw for the size and lands right in your preferred cell comparability. Of course it's not Wurkkos or Sofirn, but you can't blame me for tempting you :p
@@gearedforward Thank you! 🙂 Actually my original goal was to have just 10 _new_ flashlights. That's not inclusive of the assorted lights that I've bought since 2005 - an Inova X5 ultraviolet torch, Inova T3 and T2 thrower and flooder (these use the CR123 batteries). They're still working to this day but are showing signs of their rubber tail switches deteriorating due to heat, humidity and aging. 😐 So I didn't really collect flashlights until last April, starting with a Wurkkos TS22 5000K CRI with its XHP70.3 emitter, followed by a Sofirn IF23. In the beginning, I thought I could compartmentalize my purchases to only 21700 based hosts, but as soon as I bought the Wurkkos TS11, I realized that I had to include 18650 flashlights as well. By limiting my purchases to the Sofirn, Wurkkos and Convoy brands and also to 21700 and 18650 hosts, I figured that I could keep my collection a rather modest one. 🙂 Just yesterday I finally pulled the trigger on an IF24 Pro that was on sale. The price came tumbling down with discount vouchers, so I decided to grab one. When the IF24 Pro reaches me from the Sofirn Direct Store in China, I will have a total of 12 Sofirn flashlights, 10 Wurkkos and 4 Convoy torches. 😳🔦🔦🔦🔦🔦 That leaves room for just two more Wurkkos lights. I've decided that the TD01c will be one of them. The TD03 seems to be a good candidate too but I haven't made my mind up yet. I guess 30 flashlights is more than enough to have a decent collection. I'm not sure if I will buy more next year though.. I hope not, as this hobby is getting too expensive to keep up! 😁 Yes, I'm aware of the other classier brands - Imalent, Lumintop, Nextorch, Acebeam, Wuben, Surefire, Nitecore, Fenix and Olight but these generally cost at least 3x that of a comparable Wurkkos light and give me diminishing returns. I mean, I could have "a few" premium Nitecore or Olight flashlights or over two dozen budget ones! ❤
@@gearedforward I placed an order for the new Wurkkos TS10 Max. I wasn't expecting anything like that from Wurkkos, but it checks all of my tick boxes nicely. 1. 3x Nichia 319a 5000K LEDs 2. Electronic tail switch 3. Anduril 2 firmware 4. 18650 battery format 5. Comes with a Wurrkos brand 18650 cell with a USB-C charging port. Not sure if Wurkkos is deliberately making this model in anticipation of the TS26 later this year. I steer clear of 14500 hosts, which is why the TS10 and TS10 v2 didn't catch my interest. 😀
I realize that a light this small cannot be expected to operate at 1600 lumens for more than short period. My criticism is that it steps down to too low a lumen output a, mere 200 lumens. I have an Acebeam Pokelit that is rated 1,000 lumens and steps down to 600 lumens. It is very small. I think that is a more useful step down. That said, I like this light, and if you mainly need short term high output, this light is a good choice.
Yeah I would rather something more in the 500 range, but I'd probably mostly use this on low or medium in a faux headlamp situation. I haven't tried a Pokelit, how do you like it?
I accidentally purchased the newly released green version of this. I didn't need it, really. Though somehow went with it. If i were to be spending a sum for a new light it would be for something with those "buck drivers" built in and whatnot.
A flat torch is most ergonomic in your pocket, the traditional round body is much better in hand. If I were to use this, or any Boruit I've tested so far, for extended use it'd probably be on a hat or stuck to something with the magnet. I just got the V30 (I think thats the number) to test. Imagine the V20 but like 2-2.5x the size. It has a little flick out USB C for being a power bank, but has the same button press issue I found in the V20. The larger size is a little easier to hold despite being boxy, but it'd still be going on a hat!
Clip on top (button side up) is a bit better, and on the side is a nicer po ket carry. Maybe it's just me, but with such a small weird shape the clip never really feels comfortable along with the rest of it. Still perfectly usable though!
It stands for Everyday Carry, the hobby of looking at and improving the essentials you carry everyday. For example, common items are pocket knives and flashlights, but also items more widely carried, like watches and wallets.
Interesting multi role flashlight, but I consider 18350 based torches as novelty items. Makes a great gift, though I wouldn't buy this for myself. My third flashlight is a Wurrkos TS11 and I ordered the 18650 extension tube as well. In its original stunted form the TS11 looks cute and super compact, but becomes impractical if I used it at high output levels for long. Switching to the 18650 tube was the better solution. It was easier to hold when it gets hot and the heat distribution and dissipation was improved with a longer tube. That said, if the flashlight isn't a Wurkkos, Sofirn or Convoy and takes a cell format other than the 18650 or 21700, I wouldn't buy it for my personal use. 🔦☺️
@@StratmanII I like 18350 (and similar sizes) good for back up/secondary lights and 'in case I need one.' For example, for years working in IT support I had an Olight S1R in a belt sheath next to a Swiss Army Knife. I didn't use it most of the time, I used a tail switch AAA for quick spot lighting, but at times where I needed a touch more light or the magnet it was handy. Of course the 18650 light in my bag gave me confidence! If I'm going to grab a light for prolonged holding or use then I gravitate towards an 18650/21700 light, both for runtime at higher brightness and the ease of holding. I'll try out pretty much any brand at least once, but based on your preferences the next video will be of interest! Doing final touches on a Wurkkos HD11 review before filming.
@@gearedforward I guess flashlight makers will try to make lights for all the available lithium ion battery formats, because they can! 🙂 I don't vape, but it seems to me that the most popular battery sizes for vaping devices are the 18650 and 21700. Speaking of which, I've read a YT creator comment that a 21700 cell in a 21700 host (instead of an 18650 and the hollow tube adapter) helps to absorb excess heat from the LED more efficiently than the smaller 18650. I've yet to see whether this theory can be proven or debunked! 🔦😀
No problem! When the light is already on triple click twice, the first will take you to strobe, then the second triple click will progress you to SOS. Hope that helps!
It's absolute shit. So stiff that have to use bench vice to close the handles. Despite using diamond one micron paste on them. Do NOT but leatherman their qc has gone to shit.
I can see how it'd be useful, personally I think I'd rather pair it with a folding pocket saw. That way you don't get the bulk when you don't need it, but get a more capable saw when you do.
I'm trying to determine whether I need the MiniChamp over the Rambler which I carry on my keychain. The main draws are pen and secondary blade, though I'd be quite happy without the spatula and possibly either ruler or orange peeler.
It sounds like something like a Manager might be if interest to you? I use the Midnite version, personally: pen, light, main blade, combo tool, scissors, file/screwdriver
If that's a feature you need, the only light in aware of right now that can do it is the Wurkkos HD01 (there's a review on this channel). It can do it because it splits the UI across two buttons, rather than relying on a switch to flip between modes. Hope that helps!
@@Trickster_24 i havent had the chance to look at the ultra yet, doesn't the Pro use the same switch as the normal/UV to choose the mode? Or is there a button shortcut for the emitter on the laser setting?
@@gearedforward ultra is not out yet, releases tomorrow. But on the pro while on the laser function 2x press and long hold the 2nd press. The light will come on and from there you can hold to cycle brightness levels
This is a great flashlight I own this light and it never gets hot it's just too big to carry all the time in your pocket so I always go back to my nitecore P23i .... But no doubt this is an awesome life and the price is always amazing on Amazon
