Tell us: What is the highest quality flashlight under $40?

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Just what the title says, what do you think is the highest quality flashlight under $40? You can judge based on look, feel, performance, or whatever other category you choose.

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I really only look at flashlights as hosts instead of complete lights, so for that reason I vote for the XinTD/Convoy X3. Every time I pick it up I am impressed. It feels amazing, all the individual parts are top notch, and the gray ano really stands out among a sea of black lights.

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Got mine recently, loving it for what I use and it looks/feels like a much more expensive item than what I paid for it, under $25… But I am a man of limited means and wants….

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Since the Fasttech LED Lenser I bought had the heat sink compound under the star missing, I vote for the CNQ zoomy host.
Others include the AKORay AK12, the TangsFire C8 and the Sipik SK-73.
The TrustFire Z8 stands out with its square (trapezoidal) threads cut in stainless steel, but one of mine had hidden machining errors in the twist zoom.

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XinTD C8 V5 XM-L2 U3, awesome beam, awesome feel, and awesome finish plus it’s cheap

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I paid less than $40 but it is more now, none the less it is awesome.
Nitecore EA11
http://www.gearbest.com/led-flashlights/pp_170238.html

Or, this older but one heck of a thrower with great build and like you said, it isn’t Boring Black;
https://www.fasttech.com/products/0/10004486/1343110-fandyfire-sp02-cree-xm-l-t6-5-mode-400-lumen-led-f
Perfect Reflector!

Under $30 it’s this Convoy L4
https://www.fasttech.com/products/1699/10002364/1457700-convoy-l4-cree-xm-l2-u2-1a-4-mode-1000-lumen-led

Later,
Keith

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How about nitecore P12? I really like mine after about a year of use. It has features, but can also be used as a single mode, momentary or lock-on robust and bright light. Throws pretty well too.

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I just tested the code, it still works.

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+1 I purchased mine from Mountain Electronics and it is the only flashlight that has arrived with good thread lubrication. I use it on my bike and the quality is great. Impressive for a $30 flashlight.

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Convoy brands Usually under $20…

Here is a $12 on GB but sells for about $17-18 usually.

Torture test video …

Gg no re!

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With the BG coupon, it has to be he Nitecore P12.
Premium brand, nice thick construction, flawless anodization, great UI, available in NW, plenty bright and comes with a fantastic accessories set. A great deal if you ask me.

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I thought the Eagle Eye X6 from the group buy is/was a pretty solid light.

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Convoy, Eagle Eye, and XinTD are all good choices. I would also include the Roche F6 and F8 along with any of the Solarforce L2’s.

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For the Convoy S2+ (Red) many of you are saying $12. - Where did you get yours for $12?

I got one from Gearbest for $12.99, is that what you mean?

To me, that’s $13:-)

Thanks,

-Chuck

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Nitecore EC11 !

Convoys for under $20

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If the BLF-SD10 worked properly on 4aa and D it would have my vote.

Can’t go wrong with a convoy S or c8…

I think Xintd X3 takes the cake though. Battery options and quality are top notch with good brightness and a simple ui.

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Convoy m2 gets my vote

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My bad. I’ll be more precise. Its slightly expensive for me at the moment for EXACTLY $11.21. Hope you like the precision!

Thanks :wink:

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considering its value, usefulness, EDC , and overall quality
EE X6- latest revision
COmbined with U2 3C and its latest driver its a very good option

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Small Sun ZY-T08 Cree XM-L T6 635LM 5-Mode White Light LED Flashlight

about $25