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Posted: 11/18/2020 7:52:49 AM EDT
[#1]
Not on FDE. But I ordered a black REIN on the second day of release and just received shipping notification. I can't wait to have it mounted up and take it to a night shoot.
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Posted: 11/18/2020 8:14:12 AM EDT
[#2]
I think I like it more than my modlites
solid, bright, takes most all 18650s, and most importantly the Battery Jack best piece of simple ingenuity ever the battery bounce is my biggest pet peeve on my other lights. |
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Posted: 11/18/2020 8:17:18 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Has anyone heard a status update for the FDE reins? Curious as well. Have one ordered. |
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Posted: 11/18/2020 8:42:25 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I think I like it more than my modlites solid, bright, takes most all 18650s, and most importantly the Battery Jack best piece of simple ingenuity ever the battery bounce is my biggest pet peeve on my other lights. I went rein micro. Only enhancing I've done is to replace the mineral glass lens with a sapphire. So nice that the lenses are serviceable. |
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Posted: 11/18/2020 8:52:03 AM EDT
[#5]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I went rein micro. Only enhancing I've done is to replace the mineral glass lens with a sapphire. So nice that the lenses are serviceable. Where did you get the lens? Not seeing it in their site. Thanks! |
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Posted: 11/18/2020 12:00:47 PM EDT
[#6]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Where did you get the lens? Not seeing it in their site. Thanks! It's not a CD product. Here is a short video I did on the subject:  Cloud Defensive Sapphire Lens Replacement |
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Posted: 11/19/2020 11:28:56 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I went rein micro. Only enhancing I've done is to replace the mineral glass lens with a sapphire. So nice that the lenses are serviceable. Just curious what your reasoning was for this? Sapphire is harder and more scratch resistant, but more likely to crack or shatter over mineral. |
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Posted: 11/19/2020 11:56:35 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Has anyone heard a status update for the FDE reins? @FailureToFun ETA for them on their website went from 11/15 to 12/22. |
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Posted: 11/19/2020 6:52:12 PM EDT
[#9]
Quote HistoryQuoted: @FailureToFun ETA for them on their website went from 11/15 to 12/22. |
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Posted: 11/19/2020 7:04:39 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Just curious what your reasoning was for this? Sapphire is harder and more scratch resistant, but more likely to crack or shatter over mineral. It faired better in my video, and I've tested multiple lenses over the years all with the same results. Sapphire handles sharp impact better. People opine that it's more likely to shatter because of its modulus of elasticity. However, in the form factor of a small diameter and thick lens backed by a gasket, and even "naked" in drop testing...I have not seen it to shatter any easier than the same dimensional mineral glass lens. A quick review of watch Crystal online reveals others having the same real world experience, to the point that unless you are also shattering glass, you won't have an issue with a sapphire lens either. |
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Posted: 11/19/2020 10:04:40 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: It faired better in my video, and I've tested multiple lenses over the years all with the same results. Sapphire handles sharp impact better. People opine that it's more likely to shatter because of its modulus of elasticity. However, in the form factor of a small diameter and thick lens backed by a gasket, and even "naked" in drop testing...I have not seen it to shatter any easier than the same dimensional mineral glass lens. A quick review of watch Crystal online reveals others having the same real world experience, to the point that unless you are also shattering glass, you won't have an issue with a sapphire lens either. I’ll have to check it out. I guess I was mostly going by what people say about higher end Seiko dive watches that have mineral crystals and not sapphire. |
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Posted: 11/19/2020 10:32:15 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I’ll have to check it out. I guess I was mostly going by what people say about higher end Seiko dive watches that have mineral crystals and not sapphire. Seiko uses "Hardlex" to save on costs. They use 4mm thick hardlex on their SEIKO1000m dive watches. They would only need to use 3mm sapphire to achieve the same results, however....the 4mm hardlex is cheaper, so...thicker and cheaper it is. With the REIN, we are talking 3mm vs 3mm, also, keep in mind. |
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Posted: 11/20/2020 7:00:39 PM EDT
[#13]
I received my full size REIN (black) yesterday. I've used Surefire historically, but the OWL for about the last year. I'm an end user and work with my rifle everyday.
The REIN is a smart design, the execution and machining leaves nothing to be desired. I typically stay away from lights with wires because they snag, they get bent repeatedly and they fail. Cloud obviously thinks about wire management, so I'm going to give it a shot. Once mounted, the wire that was exposed was minimal and very low profile. The side insertion of the wire is the key. REIN v. OWL Pro's - It's lighter than the OWL. The additional candela is noticeable. The separate momentary and on/off switches are a nice touch. Con's - It's as or more robust than competitors, but nothing I've seen is as tough or fool proof as the OWL. Dare I say the OWL might be Marine proof. The mounting system relies on the Surefire foot print and many available mounts for those lights. It's a pro in that you have so many options. It's a con as it's probably the lights physically weakest point. At least when compared to the OWL. It seems like a good piece of equipment. I'm glad I decided to give it a shot and I can't wait to put it through it's paces. And if anyone at Cloud hits these forums: Thanks for continuing to innovate and bring fresh ideas to the table. Keep up the good work! |
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Posted: 1/5/2021 4:09:50 PM EDT
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Posted: 1/6/2021 11:08:40 AM EDT
[#15]
Quote HistoryQuoted: FDE Reins have begun shipping https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/86377/A453EEAF-1708-4FE3-BDB3-DD1FA21C68D9_jpe-1765496.JPG That's good news! I've been waiting on mine for months now. |
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Posted: 1/7/2021 2:51:19 PM EDT
[#16]
Quote HistoryQuoted: That's good news! I've been waiting on mine for months now. Yep, lots of us have |
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Posted: 1/7/2021 7:31:49 PM EDT
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Posted: 1/8/2021 4:49:46 AM EDT
[#18]
Quote HistoryQuoted: https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/503939/E8A1457B-A41D-4690-B0EB-038DA011CFA1_jpe-1768930.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/503939/01A78492-5944-41DC-B4E4-C2FDD23BEEF9_jpe-1768931.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/503939/6DC5DAC1-B76C-4C9D-8AD4-7816846B11AC_jpe-1768934.JPG She chonky This is the one big reason why I can't take the REIN seriously. It's toilet paper tube huge. Maybe V2 will be more reasonable. |
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Posted: 1/10/2021 10:09:05 AM EDT
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I run Modlites and Surefires. I recently bought a Rein just to see what's up. I really wanted to like it but it's just meh. The battery jack, piston, and IPX8 rating are all rad. And I do prefer the warmer color temperature. But overall it doesn't do anything my other lights don't do. The whole setup is....massive.
My main complaints: 1) The proprietary switch and tailcap aren't that ergonomic or intuitive. And they're proprietary so you don't have the plethora of options (16+) like you do with Modlite/Surefire. 2) The reverse clicky remote switch on my unit is finicky – sometimes the light just flickers for a few seconds before turning on. 3) The electrical contact surface between the body and head doesn't include the threads. That means if the head gets vibrated or knocked even slightly loose, the light won't function at all. I'm going to continue using it (on a backup rifle) to see if it grows on me. |
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Posted: 1/19/2021 8:14:08 PM EDT
[#20]
Well, the backlog may be getting a bit longer now
  Cloud Defensive REIN Weaponlight Review |
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Posted: 1/20/2021 9:54:31 PM EDT
[#21]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Well, the backlog may be getting a bit longer now  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=655LksYpMUUI do like the light from your testing I love the less white light it puts out but if anything I wish I grabbed another v2 instead of another okw. I have a scar and figured long range but the rein and v2 seems to hit the sweet spot. 1 is hotter the modlite but I think too hot. I assumed the okw was better for scoped but from the video the rein and v2 might be better. |
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Posted: 2/3/2021 10:35:09 AM EDT
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Has anyone received their rein fde from the Black Friday deal? Anyone heard any updates? I’ve sent a few emails and heard crickets. Thinking about cancelling mine and going to modlite...
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Posted: 2/4/2021 12:17:51 PM EDT
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I inquired a few days ago and was told that due to anodizing issues another 4-8 weeks. Was tired of waiting so I had them switch my order to black - it arrives to day...……… nothing some duracoat can't fix the next time I have a can.
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Posted: 2/4/2021 12:38:35 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I inquired a few days ago and was told that due to anodizing issues another 4-8 weeks. Was tired of waiting so I had them switch my order to black - it arrives to day...……… nothing some duracoat can't fix the next time I have a can. Can I ask how you contacted them? I’ve emailed a few times and haven’t gotten a response, and their contact deal on their website keeps erroring out... Thinking about changing to black or just cancelling and going modlite |
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Posted: 2/4/2021 3:59:35 PM EDT
[#25]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Can I ask how you contacted them? I’ve emailed a few times and haven’t gotten a response, and their contact deal on their website keeps erroring out... Thinking about changing to black or just cancelling and going modlite I just emailed with them. |
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Posted: 2/9/2021 1:57:10 PM EDT
[#26]
Really liking my micro. The output and beam pattern are solid, I think the cable/switch system is awesome.
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Posted: 2/10/2021 1:53:21 PM EDT
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The YouTubers are shills? OK, but when someone says something that makes sense and is verifiable (e.g. one light is user-serviceable and another is not), I couldn't care less.
My problem with YouTube flashlight tests tends to be how idiotic it is to drop a light with no control for how it impacts the ground. OK, so one light hits its tailcap and the other lands head-first, and that's the basis for a sensible comparison? Your middling IQ couldn't concoct a way to make them land the same way each time, such as by--oh, I dunno--letting them drop through a long PVC tube head-first from a known height, rather than letting them simply free-fall after your shaking hand added rotational force to them? I came up with that idea after literally 5 seconds of thought. I have a REIN and I like it, except for its weight. But since CD ignores emails as deftly as Modlite always has now, and since they enjoy dicking on the price so much, I'm just going to get $40-50 and yet perfectly adequate Streamlight PolyTac X USBs from now on. |
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Posted: 2/11/2021 12:34:08 AM EDT
[#28]
Quote HistoryQuoted: The YouTubers are shills? OK, but when someone says something that makes sense and is verifiable (e.g. one light is user-serviceable and another is not), I couldn't care less. My problem with YouTube flashlight tests tends to be how idiotic it is to drop a light with no control for how it impacts the ground. OK, so one light hits its tailcap and the other lands head-first, and that's the basis for a sensible comparison? Your middling IQ couldn't concoct a way to make them land the same way each time, such as by--oh, I dunno--letting them drop through a long PVC tube head-first from a known height, rather than letting them simply free-fall after your shaking hand added rotational force to them? I came up with that idea after literally 5 seconds of thought. I have a REIN and I like it, except for its weight. But since CD ignores emails as deftly as Modlite always has now, and since they enjoy dicking on the price so much, I'm just going to get $40-50 and yet perfectly adequate Streamlight PolyTac X USBs from now on. I’m not sure what it makes them but quite a few of them take handouts which may or may not influence their opinions. I’d imagine that some of them like getting free stuff. |
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Posted: 2/17/2021 12:06:38 PM EDT
[#29]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Can I ask how you contacted them? I’ve emailed a few times and haven’t gotten a response, and their contact deal on their website keeps erroring out... Thinking about changing to black or just cancelling and going modlite I finally gave up on the FDE REIN -- told them instead to send me a black one already and they are. I just replied to my "Order Received" email and told them, seemed to work. |
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Posted: 2/22/2021 4:50:29 AM EDT
[#30]
Got my Micro in about 3-4 weeks after ordering. Dig the beam pattern, color, brightness and tail cap. The switch is meh, we will see how it holds up.
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Posted: 3/2/2021 12:30:08 PM EDT
[#31]
My FDE REIN just shipped
 Ordered 10/17 |
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Posted: 3/3/2021 3:10:06 PM EDT
[#32]
Received my FDE REIN today (ordered 01 Oct 20) & battery's currently charging.
I'll do some comparisons tonight vs OWL & Modlite.    & after waiting 5 freaking months, you'd think I would've at least gotten an extra battery?! LOL, nope. Just a coupla stickers. Really, CD? Kinda shittay... |
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Posted: 3/3/2021 8:43:40 PM EDT
[#33]
Showed up today, so far I'm very happy with it.
Threw it on the 10.3" with an Arisaka mount. My only complaint is the wire was about 1/4" too short to route it like I wanted to. 5 minutes with a file on the side plate for the button fixed that issue. iPotato pics don't do the beam justice. Much brighter in person.  Attached File Attached File Attached File |
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Posted: 3/4/2021 5:21:08 PM EDT
[#34]
Does the FDE really look that horrible in person, or does it not photograph well? Pressure pad looks good.
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Posted: 3/4/2021 6:03:18 PM EDT
[#35]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Does the FDE really look that horrible in person, or does it not photograph well? Pressure pad looks good. The pictures in my post are pretty close to how mine looks in person. Can't say it looks bad but is definitely different. None of the FDE on my gun matches anyway
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Posted: 3/4/2021 7:07:03 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Does the FDE really look that horrible in person, or does it not photograph well? Pressure pad looks good. It actually looks like Olight Odin "FDE" 
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Posted: 3/7/2021 12:01:48 PM EDT
[#37]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Showed up today, so far I'm very happy with it. Threw it on the 10.3" with an Arisaka mount. My only complaint is the wire was about 1/4" too short to route it like I wanted to. 5 minutes with a file on the side plate for the button fixed that issue. iPotato pics don't do the beam justice. Much brighter in person. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/86377/0BA41D82-BF30-4780-91A0-5F351CC8D76A_jpe-1850225.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/86377/AF343D5A-82F6-413A-8F47-4C8F98FB6167_jpe-1850208.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/86377/49328E13-3080-435F-869E-8AF169ED9989_jpe-1850210.JPG Distance to tree? |
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Posted: 3/7/2021 5:35:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Distance to tree? 64 yards |
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Posted: 3/8/2021 3:10:28 PM EDT
[#39]
WTF, that anodizing looks horrible. Did they contract out to a garage anodizer?
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Posted: 3/8/2021 3:16:07 PM EDT
[#40]
Quote HistoryQuoted: WTF, that anodizing looks horrible. Did they contract out to a garage anodizer? Agreed...I emailed and had them change to a black FS Rein. |
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Posted: 3/8/2021 3:17:55 PM EDT
[#41]
Double tap.
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Posted: 3/9/2021 9:27:16 PM EDT
[#42]
Looks like the anodizing matches Colt's FDE receiver extensions.
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Posted: 3/9/2021 9:58:24 PM EDT
[#43]
Got my FDE Rein Micro in. Based off the pictures I have seen here of others, it seems like there various shades.
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Posted: 3/10/2021 6:42:29 PM EDT
[#44]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Got my FDE Rein Micro in. Based off the pictures I have seen here of others, it seems like there various shades. https://i.imgur.com/VdedNH1.jpg Congrats, you made their fb page lol |
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Posted: 3/10/2021 7:43:59 PM EDT
[#45]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Congrats, you made their fb page lol And IG
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Posted: 3/10/2021 11:49:46 PM EDT
[#46]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Congrats, you made their fb page lol I saw that! Lol. Friggin FAMOUS.  The pic of my Rein Micro mounted mk18 sitting on an Inforce mat. Lol |
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Posted: 3/16/2021 7:37:25 PM EDT
[#47]
Looks cool might get one to compare to the owl.
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Posted: 3/18/2021 5:11:38 PM EDT
[#48]
Looks like they're chipping away at backorders. I ordered a black full size complete kit at the beginning of February and got a shipping notice this afternoon.
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Posted: 3/18/2021 8:28:55 PM EDT
[#49]
They are running a 15% off sale now (GUNMONEY15) and have added clear anodized as a color option.
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Posted: 4/3/2021 10:10:18 PM EDT
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Got my full size rein complete kit in FDE the other day and I figured I'd share my thoughts.
1.) This thing is very stout. Feels like a quality unit and it's is massive! Which is both a pro and a con. The switch feels OK, not as wow'd as I thought I'd be. Wish the cord was a hair longer. 2.) The FDE finish is OK. I know it's due to how it's finished vs painted but looks more of a bronze then tan. The switch color is spot on! 3.) Based on specs and reviews I figured as soon as I clicked it on I would be blinded by the pure power of the sun! IMO it's good, but I'm not as floored as I expected. Deff more of a beam then tlr-1 I had on the rifle. I'll keep the light but may go and try Modlite for my next one. |
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