The Mi7 looks interesting. Is it still available?
Look there:
FastTech seem to have a bunch of them including Titanium…
BTW, I own one, nice light modding friendly
And it’s only half the price of Manker for still great Klarus quality
The Klarus Mi7 (XPL-Hi) doesn't throw as well as the Manker E05... I think the Mi7 doesn't beat the Sofirn SP10B in terms of throw, although the Mi7 has a slimmer body/head than the Sofirn SP10B
left: Klarus Mi7 (XPL-Hi)
right: Manker E05 (Osram NM1)
here is comparison of Sofirn SF14 (XP-G2) vs the Klarus Mi7 (XPL-Hi)
(the SF14 and SP10B are very close in performance and beam pattern/throw, one uses a tail-switch while the other uses a side switch, both can use AA/14500)
side comment: I feel that the Klarus Mi7's claimed "700" lumens is exaggerated a bit compared to the "600" lumens claim of the Sofirn SP10B (573 lumens) or SF14 (600 lumens).
Thanks for the info. and additional videos—-very helpful.
I’ve made an offer on a Manker E05—-waiting on a response. If that doesn’t work out, I saw where Manker had a great Black Friday coupon in 2018 (30% off!): Mankerlight - Black Friday Coupon 30% off for all Manker items at www.mankerlight.com But I didn’t see that there was one in 2019, so maybe the chances for a repeat this year are slim. Oh well, hope springs eternal….
Andrew
Excellent comparison!
also, fwiw, the Manker specs show throw on AA is double the throw of the Mi7 on 14500
to put things in perspective, the discount was $8
imo, saving is good
but I hope you dont deny yourself the light, over an Eight Dollar difference.
to reduce to the ridiculous, over the course of a year, thats only costing you an extra 2 cents per day … you are worth it
buy it already! :+1:
Jon, you are quite right that it matters little in the greater scheme of things. But to a dedicated bargain hunter, the thrill of the chase is always part of it!
Andrew
> the thrill of the chase
whatever makes you happy
so far you started by asking for a good thrower, once one was found, you found fault with the strobe. After that you found fault with the price.
that makes my vicarious thrill, rather frustrated
please buy something already!
LOL
A lumintop tool AA with an Osram would fit your requirements. It’s a surprisingly throwy little light. You’d have to mod it or buy from a modded though. Lumintop doesn’t offer sn Osram version.
Nice suggestion, thanks.
Andrew