I'll defend him on the MAP response. These manufacturers have strict limits on advertised price and that's why you see threads like this from authorized dealers. Of course, I don't know all the details and loopholes. I wonder if an online forum not linked to the vendor's website still falls under the same category.
Maybe you can suggest some of the newer models that would come in at more of a "budget" price (the GB discount) without actually revealing price so we have something to work with.
I keep telling myself the same thing. Besides what can the X10 do that the modded C-88 can't ? I don't own any 47s yet and this is a smoking deal, I can't resist.
I have two small 4Sevens that I like quite well and . . . . I don't know - that X10 just rocks but I've got six lights on the way right now, five of which are rather pricey.
The X10 has a very Ugly corona but an EXCELLENT Hot Spot. The light is especially nice when you mod it with a U2 and stronger driver! I always grab it when I need a small thrower with excellent runtime!
My X10 has a fugly green tint , mostly visible while white wall hunting. There is also a bright green ring on the outer spill. I just avoid all indoor hunting with this light.