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 ;-)
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?
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.
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.
Me too, but remember that the lights will probably be up there a longer time. So pls base your choice on the standard sales prices. Otherwise people might list the PA40, EA4W or Olight i6 based on the special deals they got on those lights and getting a brand name light $20-30 cheaper really might tip the scale.
