Sofirn SD01 Review - Alternative Goodman Handle from Orca Torch

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After the goodman handle I used to make the Sofirn SD01 dive light, which is one of the top 5 dive lights in 2021 in my opinion, suitable for technical diving sold out pretty fast after my sofirn sd01 review ( • Sofirn SD01 Budget Div... ), you guys kept asking me for alternatives. I mentioned back then in the dive light review that I was looking for a foldable goodman handle. I came across the foldable Goodman Handle from Orcatorch. I just had to make some minor adjustments, but since then it worked splendidly!
This is the handle:
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[@simonking9467]

I am glad you like the d620 handle! :)

[@timreynolds9430]

Catching up on some videos on a long layover, I really enjoyed this video pair. Is there a place to run bungee for the right thumb? I see there isn't a solid loop, so maybe bungee is the option?

[@DoktorBEN]

Well…I don’t use a thumb loop…and I think you can’t run it through properly. But I can check this afternoon

[@jmcguire42081]

What did you use to ream the Goodman handle, a small dremel with appropriate attachment? What attachment etc.

[@DoktorBEN]

I’ve got a drill press with a small reaming head. That’s much more accurate. But a dremel might work, too.

[@meandtina]

What about those foam type handles that you wear on your hands like braces? You can slot the flashlight on the top of your hands and adjust accordingly to get the center of gravity. However, it does not come with a eyehole for bolt-snap connection. But then, if you are using that for recreation, you won't need it as you turn on the flashlight when beginning the dive and close it after.

[@DoktorBEN]

Yes but they’re hard to get off the hand when needed, when you need to use the inflator for instance

[@meandtina]

@@DoktorBEN good point.

[@Chogogo717]

Have you ever used the Goodman handles that have a bungee loop for your hand? What are your thoughts on those type?

[@DoktorBEN]

Well…it’s difficult to take them off your hand if you need to. When using the inflator for instance. That’s why I don’t like them.

[@DoktorBEN]

Or did you mean a thumb loop?

[@Chogogo717]

@@DoktorBEN something like the Ammonite Goodman handle.

[@DoktorBEN]

Guess they have different ones. Hard ones and soft ones. But yeah, a die is not so beneficial

[@BlackPawGaming]

NANIGHT ALUMINIUM GOODMAN HANDLE probaby work with the big hole screw.

[@DoktorBEN]

Good to know. Have to check it out!

[@BlackPawGaming]

@@DoktorBEN please check and inform. thanks.

[@MrObihoernchen]

Man könnte doch auch ein Gewindereduzier-Adapter in die Lampe einschrauben, um so die passende Schraubendicke des Handle´s zu ermöglich, oder? So müsste man dann nicht den Handle bearbeiten und hätte eine bequem versenkte Schraube im Handle

[@DoktorBEN]

Ginge sicher auch…ich bin da aber nicht wirklich vom Fach ehrlich gesagt

[@MrObihoernchen]

@@DoktorBEN danke für die Einschätzung. Ich werde es so mal probieren und Feedback geben. Danke für die Videos

[@DoktorBEN]

Ja danke! Würde mich interessieren!

[@alistairwilson2546]

Modified using the original Sofirn handle and some hex screws from eBay - ua-cam.com/video/Zfny_duQeso/v-deo.html - Thanks for the video Ben!

[@claudehahni2662]

Do you remember what size screws you used?

[@claudehahni2662]

It's a 1/4 inch imperial screw (gauge 14) if anyone wonders.

[@carmeljenkins2885]

voi.fyi
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