POCKET ROCKET... My XinTD arrived today.

Be interesting to research…. Oh & thanx for pissing on my campfire. :smiley:

Has the world been invaded by trolls? Actually, I carry it in the pocket of my Carhartt jacket.

$32 with shipping…

Your post got me to thinking. I researched the light malls C8 you mentioned. The closest thing I have to it is the Rong Li XML T6… It’s rated at 1600 lumens. It is indeed brighter with a tighter hotspot. They are very similar in appearance. Apart from the Li having a deeper head. Have to shine them around tonight to see.

Just because you carry something huge in your Carhartt jacket, it does not mean it becomes a world standard. If someone came up and said they carried a 350mm pocket rocket, would that become the new definition for a ‘pocket rocket’?

Look at the size of that head on the XinTD. It’s supposed to be pocketable? Why not carry a lamp post instead?

I pocket a 3 x xm-l u2 3 x 18650 light during the week, it fits straight in the screwdrver pocket. A c8 is dainty by comparison and perfectly pocketable, shut your damm whining! :stuck_out_tongue:

Look at how bent out of shape you are over semantics. It’s supposed to matter? Why not type a meaningful post instead? :stuck_out_tongue: No, it’s not a 1x16340, but relax dude. It’s not a Convoy L2 or something.

Can you compare the build quality and fit n finish of the Lightmalls C8 to the XinTD?

I have that very same XinTD V3 with U3 emitter, and the funny (or nasty, depending on point of view... ) thing is that by the time it arrived here, abt. 40 days, the new V4 XM-L2 was out!

Damn me! If I had just waited one month more!

Very happy with it, as I was indeed with version V2 before, just now I'm going to see if I can resell it asap and order V4 instead

It's a lumens itchy thing... only BLFers would understand...

hahah mah bad dale. i wasnt tryin to piss on your campfire….was just giving you a heads up to one of my most recent findings and is also a c8.
but no, you cant just compare your rong li xml c8 because it looks like the lightmalls c8, because i have 5 other c8’s that look exactly like the new lightmalls c8, but with different emitter and reflector, driver, etc…makes this new lightmalls c8 xml2 the bomb.

and haterade, the build fit and finish will not even be close to the xintd. ive read just too many positives on that, so i already know theres no comparison.
but the lightmalls c8 is decent enough.

Sorry Jr, not biting. Have a great day.

Thanks blueballz. Appreciate the input. Nice to have a few good n bright C8s on the market to chose from. As long as price is proportional to quality I’m happy.

I’m really eager to receive my lightmalls XML2 C12. Some say they pull +3A. If that is true it should be quite a beast out the box. Hopefully it doesn’t burst into a fiery ball of fire lol.

Rockspider - rough break dude. I feel your pain. I feel bad enough having to buy another when my V3 is only about a year old. V3 is still a great light. Nothing wrong with it. I’m sure I will cave and justify the need for a V4 sooner or later. I am only so strong. :wink:

agent80 - didn’t meant to pile on or anything. Only funnin ya anyhow. I get what you meant. C8 might not fit the more common interpretation of the word, but it’s not totally out of bounds. They might look big in pics, but C8s are pretty pocketable. That said, I won’t be dropping it in my office dress slacks. :wink:

What is this Lightmalls C8 and is it really that impressive? Are you talking about the UltraFire C8? How does it stand up to the V4 would you say?

Also, OP, how does the tailcap work? Do you have to cycle through modes or can you push it half way in and switch modes?

there have been many times my c108 (c8 host) has been in my pants pocket. and i do not wear huge over sized pants.

Half push to cycle thru modes.

absolutely Pulsar. my jeans and cargo shorts can hold a C8. only dressier pants with smaller pockets and less room in the hip might pose a problem.

Yourrid - Lightmalls is the vendor. They sell some of their own variants of common host lights like the C8 and C12 etc. Seems like they tend to drive their lights harder (higher current) than most.

C8 is an extremely common (maybe the most common) host. There are many MANY variations by many manufacturers/sellers.

The XinTD is a little unique for it’s slightly elongated neck/head and deeper reflector for improved throw. It is one of many versions, but the XinTD also stands out for the quality of its build. It feels much more solid than my cheapo ultrafire C8. Threads are bigger and smoother. Well driven with good thermal management for good output. Everything seems a little better made and less “budget”… but it’s not quite on par with super premium brands that cost substantially more. It’s a very good value for what it is.

I’m usually wearing cargo shorts when I wear shorts so I guess the xintd would be pocketable. Maybe for a small 5’ 3” guy it wouldn’t, but it’s within the realm. Though it is on the bigger side. Can’t wait until my materials come so I can redo my p60 pill I’m trying to make.

Although if your one of those guys who prefers to wear ‘skinny’ jeans. I suppose it could be problematic.

I’m patiently waiting for a Mae West misquote…… :stuck_out_tongue:

I remember getting my first c8……my first thought was “damm that’s small, will it be able to put out enough light? ”, I really dont see the issue in carrying one, yeah, its not a aaa key chain light, but its hardly like trying to pocket a 6d mag or power onboard.

Myself as well…. The C8 surprised me. Great little lights.