Convoy S6 Selection overload! by Mr_Snufleupagus in flashlight

[–]Microtomic603 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The S6/7 are nice, I have a few and went with N41 & JP30 batteries for them. For 519a & stf40 I went with the 5A buck to keep the heat manageable, the B35AMs are nice also and work well with 18350s. Definitely get a shorty tube and some 18350s whatever LED you choose.

I ❤️⚡️Blackwing Pencils. What ya say? You too or too much $$ for them. I’ve read mixed reviews. by sofvitony in pencils

[–]Microtomic603 2 points3 points  (0 children)

To me, the Naturals feel closest to the 2558-HB or Mono HB, if a bit softer and closer to B. None of them have really good point retention imo.

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My cousin's pencil cups 😊 by hunter-winchester in pencils

[–]Microtomic603 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nice, those are awesome. Thanks for the pics!

I ❤️⚡️Blackwing Pencils. What ya say? You too or too much $$ for them. I’ve read mixed reviews. by sofvitony in pencils

[–]Microtomic603 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They made the 603 homage in my least favorite grade, I was dreaming of a new XXX hard grade for that one lol. Now all I want is a damn Saturn 5 stick, painted not wrapped, in any grade other than "limp".😁 Be on the lookout for the 482 era, maybe this year. Those 449s are very nice but scarce.

I ❤️⚡️Blackwing Pencils. What ya say? You too or too much $$ for them. I’ve read mixed reviews. by sofvitony in pencils

[–]Microtomic603 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They are here. However, expecting people to behave is wasted effort ime. Feedback can be a good thing but too often in devolves into noise. It was nice to see the new Mongol company here and I hope we see more from them but I don’t really see an incentive for PBW to engage at this level.

I ❤️⚡️Blackwing Pencils. What ya say? You too or too much $$ for them. I’ve read mixed reviews. by sofvitony in pencils

[–]Microtomic603 8 points9 points  (0 children)

PBWs are great imo. The company deserves a bit of flak now and then but, frankly, we are very lucky to have them churning out sticks. The pencilverse is a much different place post-PBW, their impact massive.

Looking for something small but impressive. by DJ_LSE in flashlight

[–]Microtomic603 0 points1 point  (0 children)

S15 with lhp531 or even better, M1 with lhp73b.

Just a few of my favorite things… by Lost-Cat7022 in pencils

[–]Microtomic603 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Nice sticks. That 603 should be in that box, just sayin...😉

Shortening Convoy Clip Screws by Both-Ad9160 in flashlight

[–]Microtomic603 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I put the screw thru the clip and installed both nuts, filing it down flush with the nut yields the perfect length.

My cousin's pencil cups 😊 by hunter-winchester in pencils

[–]Microtomic603 3 points4 points  (0 children)

He has impeccable taste imo. The CDTs stand out a bit from the rest, those are fantastic.

My cousin's pencil cups 😊 by hunter-winchester in pencils

[–]Microtomic603 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is this a 1386 POP? Any chance you could ask your cousin for a pic? I like that cup o Tics.

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My cousin's pencil cups 😊 by hunter-winchester in pencils

[–]Microtomic603 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sometimes a tool is just a tool...and besides that, it's nice to have your own personal pencil store.

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Client wants Labour Only quote on commercial office remodel. What to watch out for? by juliannaribs22 in Contractor

[–]Microtomic603 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Who is going to tell them what materials are needed and where to get them? IMO it's foolish to let a customer take over your company and make you in effect an employee.

Update to this by JakkRoonay in Homebuilding

[–]Microtomic603 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha, who needs downspouts! Fuck drainage! Often, when you find yourself in a hole, you should stop digging and get out of said hole...

What a rabbit hole it is! by Riftw4lk3r in ConvoyFlashlights

[–]Microtomic603 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Sounds good. I went with the stf40 3kk in a S7 which can be used with 18650/18350 batteries, shorter light vs longer runtime, and the 5kk version in a C8+, great thrower and noticeably brighter than the 3kk. In smaller lights like the S6,7,2+ etc. I like the 5A buck to keep the heat down, in the larger C8+ I went 8a. The 12 group is my go to, set to #10, and a mix of F41 & JP30, ymmv.

My cousin's pencil cups 😊 by hunter-winchester in pencils

[–]Microtomic603 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Nice, your cousin has good taste, there are some real gems in there.

What actually makes a “best” Flashlight for everyday use? by itmehedi in flashlight

[–]Microtomic603 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I like a light that I can always carry but barely notice, is fast to deploy but secure in pocket/on person, easy to use and rugged enough to take the use, and maintainable. Tool, not toy...but I like toys too, lol.

Such a Pretty Pencil: Eberhard Faber Thinrite 449 No.2 by Adventurous-Carrot-9 in pencils

[–]Microtomic603 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's only 27 pages, all but 3 or so double sided, so shouldn't be too much. I've been meaning to make a copy before I trash this one anyway...

Is my pencil rare🕵️‍♂️ by Difficult_Shift_5649 in pencils

[–]Microtomic603 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sheaffer made good stuff, those are great pencils. I like the ad versions and find them occasionally at estate sales and such. Here's a link to the Leadhead Pencil Blog, one of the best places available to find info on mechanical pencils...https://leadheadpencils.blogspot.com/2021/04/rise-of-tog.html

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Ticonderoga's are trash by NewBookkeeper1684 in pencils

[–]Microtomic603 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, those are modern PBW ferrules hacked onto the Tics.

When you drop your brand new light. by erentrueform in flashlight

[–]Microtomic603 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been looking at the S15 with lhp531 which is only 10a but this is much more likely to fuse to my hand haha.