It was easier for me to select that nitecore with my mouse right click and use the context menu to search the MSRP or to even type that long ass response to your lmgtfy link.
I mean the review is great but including a MSRP at start of review would be much better and put the light in ‘context’
2 batteries have higher total voltage and respectively the light will stay longer in regulation(will maintain constant brightness).
Shorter run time with two batteries.
The HC50 has no enough space for two protected 16340(RCR) batteries. CR123A,IMR 16340 or unprotected ICR 16340 can be used,but the CR123As are not cost effective.Using unprotected 16340 requires more care to their voltage.
I’m curious about the flood, my HL 21 is too focused, my HL10 is very nice, and my HP25 is nice on flood but too focused on throw, is this beam floody with no hot spot, or least a wide hotspot that blends in to the flood (spill?)?
I think it is good for reading and working. Sometimes I use my HC50 when soldering and I found it comfortable. I usually use a flashlight with attached diffuser.
FlashLion, jaw dropping pics man!! Great review too! One thing you didn’t mention in the OP is approximate tint of the light. Cool, neutral, warm. Thanks again