Yes, but that flashlight is no longer manufactured, now there is another model almost identical but without ramping
I would still vote for the DQG, a bargain compared to NC/JB and its SS plus unlike others, it is a limited run. Get one now before its gone 
You'd still need an aftermarket clip tho, wonder if any of the Fenixes would fit.
OK Fran what are you gonna buy ?
we just went thru the best deals you'll see all year ..What did you buy as far as small AA..??
I think the eastward is a great light and I feel sorry for anyone who doesn't have one .
kick start the economy .....with some paypal action
Oh sorry. I have not replied here to inform.
First, thanks to all who have replied and helped me.
Finally I will get the OEM NiteCore EZ AA from intl-outdoor, despite it has no clip. I can not afford a more expensive light.
Thanks guys!
Thanks this thread helped me pick out the OEM EZAA as well. Looks like a solid light.
It just shipped from Shenzen. Will post my impressions once it arrives. Hopefully before Xmas.
Nice to meet y'all! 
Welcome to BLF, scojj
Welcome mate
I too ordered an EZAA clone. I wanted one years ago when they first came out but they were too pricey. $24 isnt too bad. Ordered mine on 12/1 from intl-outdoor, was expecting it to be here by now. Oh well...
Sure wish it was a neutral one, but I'm assuming they're all "cool" white.
--Matt
Now I'm in the same situation as Fran :bigsmile: Small (not necessary the smallest one), 1xAA light needed. 3 (semi)budget lights comes to mind: ITP A2, Olight I2 or Nitecore EZAA OEM. All 3 can be bought for $20-25.
OK taking into account that itpA2 and olighti2 are practically the same, you only have 2 different options:
1- itp/olight
2- Oem nitecore
I received the nitecore. Imprehesive light. But, but, the Low mode is too low. No, sorry, the difference between lo and high is too much, I really whish it had a medium mode. So maybe the itp/olight should be better than the oem nitecore due to it has medium mode.
It´s your decision..........
fran82, how much time did it take to arrive to you?
Sorry for the miss-understanding
In comment number 43 https://budgetlightforum.com/t/-/4801#comment-101165 I said that I will order the OEM nitecore, but in fact, I wanted to say that I did ordered the oem nitecore.
I paid it on 22th november and received it 4 days ago....
Hey, Fran, have you tried 14500 in it? That LOW should be brighter :) Can you confirm also if full turn is needed to switch from LO to HI? Thx ;)
(por cierto, es "impressive" y no "imprehesive" ;) )
Guys who want a clip for the nitecore ought to be able to figure this one out very easily ..it has a threaded tail...snag a decent clip off of a pen and put a bolt on top of it .. bingo ....clip action
the threads on the end give you multiple possabilities ...just think out of the box
2 foot gooseneck and bolt attached
magnet and bolt
2 lights one piece of all thread ..a twist me twist you light
First, sorry for my Spanglish... XP
Yes, I tried 14500... With 14500:
Low mode goes from 10-15 lumens to about 40-50 lumens (eye-estimated, of course)
High mode not much difference.... maybe 30 lumens more (eye estimated, of course)
( I prefer to use NiMh only, 130 lumens with just 1x AA Nimh is veeeeery good)
aaand yes, 1 full turn (more or less) to switch from lo to high. I whish it could be 1/4 turn to change modes.. but still is an incredible light.
My unit has ez900
I am impressed because it is the most powerfull 1xAA light that I have, real 130 lumens.... with just 1xNiMh. And the most important thing: REGULATED OUTPUT. I tried a 2500mAh BTone battery and it gave the same output for about 60 minutes...
WOW! I like it a lot. Pity has not medium mode...
mmmm thanks for that. I will "try" that when I have time and when I find the correct pen clip...
" 2 lights one piece of all thread ..a twist me twist you light ..."
You've got a twisted mind , Boaz .
I was also going to suggest the 14500 for a brighter low, but I agree that I prefer using NiMH since the high is just about as bright. To reduce the amount of twist required to hit high, I soldered a blob of solder to the back of the pill behind the spring. It was a little tricky, and you do need a pretty fine tip on your soldering iron, but it works well - only takes about 1/2 - 2/3 turn now, a big improvement.
I thought there was a mod which involved cutting down the foam .. ask match he did a mod to the one I sold him and he said it changed modes in a 1/4 turn? i think he said it was a commonly known mod from cpf so a search might be in order .
Yeah, 14500 only for better LOW :) Do you still have that A2 to compare?
PD: no, si tu spanglish esta muy bien, solo que vi que no es la primera vez que lo decias mal y por eso te lo dije ;)