I received and Modded a Solarstorm SP03. Three dedomed emitters in big reflectors and space for 4 Samsung 30Q’s give big lumens, great throw, and long runtimes. I love it, it’s the perfect outdoors light.
If I have to pick a “best”, then it’s the Thrunite Archer 2A v2 NW. This model (specifically with the tiny XP-G2) works wonders for my applications.
For coolest, I have to pick the Olight S1. Too bad it’s easily my worst flashlight as well :person_facepalming:
Many versions/flavors
TIR done right
side switch
mode spacing
magnetic tail cap
tail stands
bright
SMALL/handy-versatile
BLF A6 would get my vote. TK's UI just rocks!
Lumintop tool AAA
Many worthy mentions this last year:
Olight s15R: ease of Charging (though, worryingly, did have an already quirky one burn its driver!, but not when charging)
Olight S1: Tiny Tiny Tiny and bright too on standard Li-Ion batteries.
Imalent SA04: AA batteries, variable light temperature and a groovy LCD Screen. Good Low Low, and a High High!
BLF X6: Nearly there, not quite up to expectation (low and high modes not as extreme as requested). Beatufil build and nice presentation box (when not labelled / taped over)
Eagle Eye X6R: Beautifully built and packaged (probably a Convoy Supplier/Manufacturer), though, again, a slight disappointment, the USB charging port did come off the board inside one!
Eagle Eye X6Hi: XP-L Hi with warmer tones available, lovely feel and Build Quality, good thrower for its size. Delivered in a BOX! with a presentation box inside
Nitecore MH20 NW: a Pocket Rocket, nice fit and finish. Sturdy USB charging socket.
Convoy S2+: Hosts and lights, especially in the grey/red/blue/green colours, and of course the 18350 coloured tubes too were a particular highlight for me.
And this years worthy winner (for the non-coding non-electronic Wizz-Kid Muggles among us)
BLF A6: An amazing EDC in Shorty format, and impressive in 18650.
LOVED the Bare Aluminium Option, especially in 18350 Shorty format, have 2 on me at all times on keys etc. Driver delivers 98% of promised low and high modes, and a real treat on a Budget.
I’ve probably missed a light or 2!
Cheers,
Splott-Light
I think my favorite flashlight of the year was my triple-XPL modded DQG Tiny III with FET driver and external heatsink. Very compact, great grip, incredibly bright.
The Meteor.
BLF A6
@Jackthe clipper,
Never seen you be so brief!
No Poem?
Cheers,
Splott-Light
S1
My BLF A6 which is my new EDC, overtaking my Nitecore P12 which I also love, but the A6 with it’s amazing driver tops it. Bought another with a different tint as it was so good. Second is my M2X-UT Javelot which is an amazing thrower for my budget. Paid £47 for it.
Maxtoch sniper Blf te best bang for the buck
Zebralight H600Fd III
Can,
Well Done, one that I forgot from my list!
Clip a bit weak, but a personal favourite.
Cheers,
Splott-Light
For me it has to be the lovely little multi purpose light I won in the scratch build contest.
Superbly custom made by MRsDNF.
I rotate between the 1A and 5A, I like the NW tint of the 5A, but the 1A does seem to have a few more lumens than the 5A. Put a 30Q in it fresh off the charger and they make me smile every time.
Best light overall: BLF A6: Now my most used and most liked light, but it’s not without some issues with the manufacturing. The design is superb, the fixes easy.
Best deal: BLF M24: an absolute steal for such an excellent thrower without issues.
Best “cool” factor: BLF 348: gifted several with AAA’s and all have become their EDC or go-to lights, a totally impressive little light!
I still love and use my C8’s but my days of “stock” lights may nearly be over and you’re ALL to blame for that. Thank You for the “enlightenment” BLF :bigsmile:
Phil
Manker A6 was my favorite light for 2015, i just love the UI :heart_eyes:
This was the best and coolest flashlight i bought last year: