Thx V54 for putting this list together! The JM05 & JM07 have caught my eye.
BTW, the Big Bruiser has now been reduced to $149.99, still not exactly budget but definitely more affordable than before. Also the link is broken, but I found it here: http://elektrolumens.com/Big-Bruiser/BigBruiser.html
Yeh I have another contender coming soon in the same price range when it’s done I will let u know ,I can say I’m surprised it is not talked about more , it’s probably the best in class XML ,ha111 finish for just over 40$ that runs 26650 batteries
What other contender? I've been trying to make up my mind as to which 26650 light I wanted. If you know of a good choice let us know so we can do some background research before you do a review. That way we'll be ready to order if the (unknown) light passes muster.
I’m going crazy waiting for my JM07 pro, meanwile my 4sevens Maelstrom X10 is keeping me sane. The X10 is one sweet light, snatched it for $62 from Goinggear when they were on sale and in stock. I also got my 4sevens 26650 today , tested it out…I was surprised how bright it was. Pulls 3A on hi!
Torchlite Shooter is exactly Shadow JM07, non-Pro. Also called Torch light JM07. Both apparently discontinued, but mostly likely the light is still being produced by the factory and branded here and there.
Just wrapped up some testing on a KK vs. generic green wrapped batteries and the KK's kick serious butt. I know you asked for others but the KK's are really excellent performers in my book. At this point, I don't really think there are many great alternatives.