I really don’t understand why companies like this produce small EDC key chain flashlights with tints above 5000K. Tint is a much more noticeable thing for near-field use. It’s not as important for longer range, as in many cases you’re simply searching and want more throw. When you’re using a light like the TIP2, it’s mostly for the immediate area and for small task purposes up close. You’ll definitely feel like the cool white is not as appealing as neutral white or warm white. Even still, a lousy beam pattern is more noticeable too. From the Samsung LH351D mod I saw in another TIP2 review I saw, the beam pattern can even improve:
NOTE: this is a comparison shot — TIP2 beam is on left.
If Nitecore can get their act together and figure out a workable electronic lockout with minimal parasitic drain, and employ this with an LH351D, 219C, or SST-20, I think they’d have a winner. I’m going to wait it out and see if they make the smart move.