How about the p60 dropin from international outdoors,
2.8amps,
Xml and choice for u3, u2 or t6 neutral white
Choice of modes you want
Then buy a solarforce host with spare switches.
Adding quality charger plus batteries will still be below 100usd.
On a long job, a p60 will get hot if your not careful. Edc tubes get hot unless your on low but are ideal for inspections, I can run the cell down to low battery warning in my c8 without it over heating.
What about this.
http://www.cpfmarketplace.com/mp/showthread.php?283465-Elektro-Lumens-EDC-XML-R
Built like a tank, has memory, chose of modes.
Doesn’t throw like a HD2010, but it’s bright.
Not what you would deem budget.
But since you mentioned he seen your premium lights, he might consider this.
Actually, I did mention the Elektrolumens EDC to him 
I decided to first get his feet wet with something more inexpensive and that way he can also brag to his coworkers how his light is not only so much brighter but also how he paid soooo much less.
I’m hoping he eventually decides to opt for the EDC-R as well 
OK, hhhmmm, what about this.
http://www.shiningbeam.com/servlet/the-69/Romisen-RC-dsh-T602-II-XM-dsh-L/Detail
Not sure if it has memory, might have to email Bryan at Shiningbeam.
Who BTW is a USA dealer that offer’s excellent service and very fast shipping.
6 percent off code: CPFuser
I know 6% isn’t much, but it should at least bite off shipping costs.
Don’t let him skimp on the batteries on whatever light he decides on.
I highly recommend protected Panasonic based batteries such as Orbtronics, Keeppower, etc.
Does anyone know what driver is in the Romisen T602 ?
The T601s had really low PMW ...
Sorry… the only “BRIGHT and DURABLE” one’s I know are married.
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