I have an MF01 with the 5K LED and I’ve had it for about 4 years. What I like is the tint, the size and the nice flood. What I don’t like is the fact that I can’t charge with the batteries in and the battery holder has been unreliable with occasional bumps causing an open in the battery holder (I’m running Samsung 18650-30Q button). It’s time to replace the batteries, and I’m regretting having to pay ~7 per cell plus shipping for about 32 USD total (for a 30Q or equivalent).
It’s more lumens than I need for it’s purpose, so I’m looking for something to replace with the following:
- Single cell 18650 up to 21700
- Charge battery in unit with USB-C, or other
- Prefer flood, but spot with useable spill OK
- Reliable (can drop and stays on)
- Neutral light color preferred
As a side note I have an older Maglight (4 D cells) with a traditional halogen bulb that could be converted to LED so am open to suggestions for that as well.
EDIT: The simpler the better. I’d be happy with only a low and high setting.