well E3A is 12mm shorter, so if keychain is what you’re looking for, i believe size is a big factor, thats like the difference of the width of a finger. or thumb if your hand is small lol
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I do like the size of the E3A for sure. Do I need the high cri option? It is $3 more.
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that depends on your preference, but i would recommend it, i got them.
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that depends on your preference, but i would recommend it, i got them.
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Thanks for the input. I appreciate it. Do I need rechargeable batteries to get the most out of the high cri option.
Use low self-discharge NiMH batteries to prevent leakage from alkalines.
HCRI is always nicer, but has lower output. If you just want to see the way or keyhole, it’s not needed.
I don’t see any price difference between the NW and High CRI versions, either ordering directly from Skilhunt or from AliExpress.
I notice only the slate blue version is "Type III anodization". To those who own other colors: how scratch resistant is the anodization?
Really surprised at the lack of love for the Thrunite. Have carried one for years. Great lights. With the free shipping deal you can now get 3 for under $20. It is a very nice light!
Few years on the keychain:
There are scratches even on type III anodized aluminium, but try this with a Maglite Solitair.
This has to be my fave AAA light.
Spend the extra buk and go for the slate-gray. You’ll thank me later.
Nice light, but go for the CW, as NW has an “off” tint.
For “keychain” lights and anything that’ll be bouncing around in a pocket, I don’t want a tailswitch which can be bumped on, and prefer twisties.
i have it, but its only been a month, and mostly sitting on my desk, so i cant really say how scratch resistant it is, but it definitely feels nice
well to me, it came down to 3 things, 1. it wasnt free with $6 shipping before, 2. the length, 3. the knurling, pure aesthetics, i prefer the E3A knurling design
Does anyone have the red version of the E3A?
I've been disappointed by the red C01S : too dark a red, almost magenta, I would prefer a more "flashy" red.
i do, but i dont have red c01s to compare, so i cant really say for sure, it does look pretty bright to me tho, i like it
+1 to the C01s. 
The C01s is very nice, but for me is slightly too long for a key chain light. Around 60 mm seems to be my limit. Also since they changed the knurling, now can be a bit too smooth for easy keychain single handed usage. (wish I could get a few more with the original milling). I purchased a number of second generation orange ones for emergency usage, hiking back pack, auto and tackle box and they work great for those purposes.
I have used the i3E EOS for a few years as a keychain light and the Luxeon with the PIMMA TIR has a nice tint and color temp with the right balance of throw and dispersion for a key light. The only down side for me is the smooth indents on the head. I use a small o-ring for grip.
I would be very interested to check out the Skilhunt E3A, it looks very similar in form to the i3E but with a LH351b. The spiral knurling with the parallel secondary cut looks promising. Also may be slightly smaller that the i3E.
Wellp, for a short cheepcheepcheep (like a leetle cheeken) and easy-to-twist twisty, don’t forget the Glarees.
Usually 7bux a pop on Amazon, lightweight, twists with ease, decent light output, multimodes, etc.
Tupacs are cheaper but don’t include the Altoids tin, whereas the singles usually do.
Skilhunt E3A and Olight i3E are
both Low CRI, single mode 100 lumens
the C01S has Two Modes 3 and 100 lumens, and the LED is High CRI…
it is no contest, C01S is the winner on spectrum quality!
the Thrunite Ti3 has Three Modes, 0.04, 16, 100 lumens, and starts on a ridiculously useless lowest mode first. Every single time I use the light I have to at least double twist… not fun. And it is Low CRI, to me, thats a Fail!
C01S wins on spectrum quality
E3a and i3s win smallest size
Ti3 wins most complex
not everything or everyone is about high cri, thats a very subjective feature, but also, E3A has a high cri option
sounds good
for those who dont know what they are missing, I would definitely recommend the High CRI experience
I wont settle for less