Good point, thanks for mentioning this. I update the first post to this effect.
Sipik SK68, unless it's too "tacticool" for your friends.
I created an entry for the awesome Convoy S2 (1x18650) lineup and specifically the 1.4A/5C option for ~$16. The true essence of "budget" or "bang-for-the-buck".
Pros:
Emitter options XM-L 1B,5C,7C tint
1, 1.4, 2.1, 2.8 Amps driver option
no strobes mode group available
1000,1400 mA model takes long protected cells and also unprotected cells due to a long front spring
1400 mA has a 5%,30%, 100% mode spacing... better than the other models which have a 50-60% medium which is too high imho
Anodized rear threads
can barely tailstand
very edc-able for an 1x18650 light
Possible cons:
2.1 and 2.8 Amp options might have trouble with the longer protected cells or shorter unprotected cells but I don't own these to verify.(short front spring of the Nanjg 105c)
medium too high on 1000,2100,2800 mA model , but that is in the eye of the beholder and personal taste
Boaz complains about the lack of grippy knurling, that old knurling fetishist ;-)
Costs
only $14~17 depending on the options
Link to Fasttech
Sipik SK68 for AA
SR King for value multi-emitter
HD2010 for best value thrower
The C8 deserves a spot as well
lights added
Sipik 68 because of its proliferation
Jacobs A60 because it’s the throwiest thing you can get on a tight budget right now
…something else. Maybe a C8? A Match or OL Magmod? Zxhaeiou (or whatever) or Convoy S2?
This thread is quickly turning into a spectacular reference for the top picks of 2012-2013. Nice job guys!
Forgot about the “everything is compared to it” C8.
SK68
King
C8
If the Defiant was global I would vote for it over the C8.
I can’t really work with the thingy up there on my phone.
Black SRK
Xeno E03
Nitecore EA4 or Convoy S3 or XtinD C8 or HD2010
Can’t decide on that last one. :bigsmile:
I chucked a couple up there on my phone, clunky but doable.
The whole convoy list could go up there, based on cost vs options there’s a convoy for every job pretty much if you do li-ion.
Despite not owning an sk68 (i quickly realised, the only flood to throw I like is the Maglite) I think it perhaps should be there. I also found it hard to suggest any primary/small lights since my smallest cell lights are 18650 powered.
I would offer up the m10 in c8 size since its a much more handsome light than a c8 imo.
Darn, and I already voted before the new lights were added lol.
I completely missed that it’s possible to add more.
No problem, I removed your votes so you can vote again.
Thank you Sb
Nice 8)
It’s good to update frontpage lights every now and then!
SK68
HD2010
Skyray King
Best budget throw for the price: SMALL SUN ZY-T13
Only $18 at this moment and easily modified.
My pics:
- 1. SMALL SUN ZY-T13
- 2. C8 (driven at 2.8-3A)
- 3. SRK (with 3 terroid driver)
Hmm, do we really include special deals that only last a short time? I think something that's worth getting on the front page should be a permanent good-value-for-the-money. This thread isn't about short term deals.
SK68
HD2010
Skyray King
+1 easily some of the best and coolest
@vectrex
If you talk about the Small Sun ZY-T13, it’s normal price is $25, I would consider this budget.