I got a SF L2m and combined it with a Xml u2 drop in from ali express.( 3.3amp +) All up less than $24.
The best value would be the uf2100. Mine cost $15
I had seen a couple positive reviews on the Balder, but it didn’t seem to be as popular or as well liked as some of the other models.
I’d like to stick with an 18650 design if it’s possible. Some of the lights on the list use 123’s and I don’t want to have too many different types of batteries to deal with.
Sooner or later, you're going to get a Solarforce. If it's later, when you do get one you'll find yourself holding it and staring at it, then looking at everything you bought before, then looking back at your new Solarforce.
In some cases this epiphany can last several minutes and be quite profound. Some people respond with repeated failed attempts to justify prior purchases while others, more comfortable in their own skin, accept it for the growth experience that it is.
Sooner or later, you will get a Solarforce. We can do this the easy way or the hard way.
I agree ..I 've always questioned Ericks love for the 501A ..tI think the solarforceL2m is a much nicer light and about 4 $ more .. It does either one cr123/16340 or an 18650 too..all for 10$
Maybe I like mine because it has a original foybezel
Ask for it by name
I think the xiware L20C is a great light for the price .. It's 21.70 Stainless steel bezel , serious clip , nice tint , square threads , decently high pwm, 2 programable modes ,Ramping U.I.,Shortcut to low ,Micro clicky ..feels better than a zebralight clicky ..Very low, low ..1 lumen ...
The UltraFire C8 U2 from here: C8-U2 at $16.50. It's a U2 running at 3.0-3.2A on a good battery, great reflector. Reviews: here1 and here2.
In the 2nd review, rdrfronty measured 871 lumens OTF!! I got one, it's very bright, great throw, running an EagleTac 3100 or Panasonic unprotected 2900.
You gotta consider this light in a short list for one of the best at/under $20.
OK, so far it looks like I’ll need to buy a UF2100, one of the hot rodded Ultrafire 501’s and a Solarforce L2M. And maybe one of those Balder thingamabobbers, and quite possibly an Ultrafire C303.