Need a light recommendation

Looking for a light to get my dad for Christmas. He loves the Fenix E21 I bought him last year but I would like to get him something more powerful.
Here’s my criteria: Budget is under $50, would like to try for 4 x AA NiMH (he does not have the inclination to mess with Li-ion batteries), would like something that leans toward a thrower with usable spill. As always, thanks for the advice.

PA40?

pa40 is good but this is what this forum is all about:

Get one for yourself too to edge over the free shipping threshold.

Here is your best deal.
https://illuminationsupply.com/pa40-xml-smo-p-238.html?zenid=b258b21328f3747f691449bfa558c589

PA40 seems like a good light or a Cyclone C88 which runs off of 3.

The PA40 looks like exactly what I’m looking for. And if I’m getting one for my dad for Christmas, I may as well order one for myself.

+1 on PA40. It’s a very nice light. Very well made and feels great to carry. More than bright enough for most tasks and a great UI. You might like to try the neutral white one if it’s an option.

Jay, First welcome. The PA40 its a great choice. I miss mine…

Try this TEI A20
http://www.focalprice.com/LF0080B/TEI_A20_Water_Proof_CREE_XPG_R5_236_LM_Flashlight_Black.html

Ah…no offense, but if you change your mind to 2xAA you could get very similar light, with a good warranty, from a US company for less:

Try any of the quarks.