Reddit mentions of ThruNite Handheld Waterproof LED Flashlight - TN12 V4 1100 Lumens Mini CREE XP-L V6 EDC Flashlights for Indoor & Outdoor (Camping, Hiking, Security, Emergency) - NW

• $50 from ThruNite's official site
  
• $45 from ThruNite's official Amazon storefront (ThruNite Direct)

TN12 (neutral white). You'll need batteries and a charger.

A Thrunite TN12 would be your best bet:

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B01EWW91S8/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1521124442&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=thrunite+tn12&dpPl=1&dpID=41j54TA18aL&ref=plSrch

Can go from 0.4lm firefly (even better than your Fenix), all the way to 1000lms if you need it.

Nice constant brightness, and is nice and reliable.

Edit: Except on its highest mode, where it slowly goes down as the battery drains.

My eternal suggestion for these types posts is the WowTac A1S, which has the advantages of both being cheap and including a micro-USB rechargable 18650 battery of decent quality. Simple on/off from the tail switch, and then there is a side switch to change modes (my dad has never quite figured how reverse-clicky switches work).

However, the low mode is pretty high at 24 lumens and a moonlight mode might serve your purpose better, at which point there are two nicer lights that I would put forward - the Thrunite Neutron 2C V3 or TN12. The Neutron is an e-switch only light that is controlled via one button and has shortcuts to both low and high. The TN12 is a nicer version of the aforementioned A1S with a nicer driver and a lower low mode, but as far as I can tell it does not come with a battery.

There are also a few AA/14500 size lights that you might be interested in, like the Sofirn SC31 or Wuben E05 (The SC31 is 18650... Still a viable option but way bigger than I thought).

Hope this helps!

Since you say "Does NOT need to be an awesome throwy search light, as tempting as that is." I'm assuming you want a light with a bit more throw...

If the size and weight are acceptable, the Convoy C8+ is going to be hard to beat.

If you want something a bit more slim, the ThruNite TN-12, WowTac A1S, Emisar D1, or the Nitecore P12 are decent options.

Thrunite TN12 2016 in neutral white
https://www.amazon.com/ThruNite®-TN12-EDC-LED-Flashlight/dp/B01EWW91S8?th=1&psc=1

Thrunite TN12 and Wowtac A2S perhaps? Both take Li-ion 18650 rechargeable batteries. The A2S does SOS at least, if that satisfies your flashing function.

You should be able to get those two, plus batteries and charger for less than £100. You'll need a separate pocket clip for the A2S in order to hang it off a pocket, belt, stab vest, etc and of the ones here I think the best one is the 21-23mm as the A2S is 23.5mm.

>So if any of you guys have any recommendations preferably one with a switch on the end cap and takes 18650 batteries. Preferably around the same price point.

Thrunite TN12?

I just recently bought the ThruNite TN12. I'd definitely recommend it. It's tough, not too big, fits in a pocket, especially with the metal belt clip. It's got a few easy to manage settings, no incredibly complicated clicky system or twisting and it auto turns on to the last used setting so all it takes is one click. It also has the option to hold the on button half down for quick use. It runs on an 18650 which I would buy from Orbtronic if I were you, that's where I got mine. It also has a strobe setting if that'd be something you're interested in. If you have Amazon Prime you can get the shipping free too. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EWW91S8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I'm not gonna recommend any Glock lights until mine comes in, because I don't want to recommend you something that's actually crap.

But a good flashlight to carry on duty would be a M2R Warrior from Olight, which has 1500 lumens of brightness, along with lower modes so you don't have to blind yourself. It's also rechargable via a charging magnet (though it takes a while to charge even from halfway, but it lasts a while. So I recommend bringing the charger with you in your cruiser to plug in while not using it), however only batteries from the company works with the charging so you should buy a few extras just in case. https://www.olightstore.com/m2r-warrior.html

Though if you want something a bit cheaper check out the Thrunite TN12, it doesn't come with a battery or charger but you can buy a couple of batteries and a battery charger with it which should round to above $60. It has a tailswitch which turns it on and off, and a side switch which changes the brightness. There is a rechargable version called the Thrunite TC12 but I don't own it so I can't tell for sure if it's good. https://www.amazon.com/ThruNite-TN12-2016-White-Flashlight/dp/B01EWW91S8/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?adgrpid=55500419509&hvadid=274766153410&hvdev=m&hvlocphy=9031595&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=e&hvrand=17864662150002831374&hvtargid=kwd-299961498922&hydadcr=20378_9349085&keywords=thrunite%2Btn12&qid=1571428667&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzRU9WMFVHUjFLQUtJJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwOTc4MzAzM0c5V0FFQjZFNDVSRiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwODUzMTgwMUNIWVZHWEZFWjNLOCZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX3Bob25lX3NlYXJjaF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl&th=1

My personal favorite is the Seeker 2 Pro from Olight. It's 3000 lumens with a built in magnetic charger, battery indicator, and brightness indicator. However it has a side switch and no tail switch, so if you prefer a tail switch you may not like it. It's also submergible up to 2 meters and tough as hell. The batteries also take a while to charge but can last 2 hours on the 3000 lumens (not including the heat drop-down). But it is on the expensive side. https://www.olightstore.com/seeker-2-pro-black.html

New subscriber here! Been looking at this light for work purposes.

ThruNite TN12 2016 XP-L Neutral White EDC LED Flashlight https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EWW91S8/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_i_ddkWCbMH6QC0M

ThruNite TN12
Thanks!

Do you need specifically a pen-sized light, or just overall very compact, pocket-sized thing?

If you want brighter and with longer runtime, you will have to ditch AAA batteries.
18650 battery is the ‘industry standard’. A great option is to buy Convoy S2+. Quality components, great emitters (LEDs), compact size - all for under $20. Add 2 batteries with charger and you are still under $50 limit.

If you are not really interested in doing research on this topic, check out the sticky post - arbitrary list of flashlights, divided by categories. Simply pick whatever you like most from that list. Thrunite TN12 would be something that might fit your requirements and comes with rechargeable battery and holster, so you don’t have to worry about anything.

My ThruNite TN12 2016 edition is not exactly cutting edge but has a lovely natural tint and is much cheaper than the competition at $40. I also wanted the EDC size without loosing the "tactical" endcap switch and with 1000 lumens it was just the perfect combination of price and performance for me.

I have this knife: ThruNite TN12 2016 XP-L Neutral White EDC LED Flashlight
, and this is what i mean by a 2-way clip

Sorry for not being specific enough.

Thanks for the giveaway!
ThruNite TN12 NW

Thanks!

Been wanting an edc flashlight! thank you so much!

thanks!

Wow! Thank's so much for doing this. This is very generous of you and a whole lot of fun. If, by some miracle, you choose me. I'd love this baby please. Thanks again!

https://www.amazon.com/ThruNite-TN12-EDC-LED-Flashlight/dp/B01EWW91S8/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=ThruNite%2BTN12&qid=1551217409&s=gateway&sr=8-1&th=1

This is great of you, thanks!

This would be a great start for me in the world of proper lights. (Neutral white, light only)

Sign me up for this one please:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EWW91S8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_hGo9Bb6T8JHWB

Thanks!

The Thrunite TN12 and Nitecore MH 10 are both good value for money, and if you want to max out your budget I love my Armytek Wizard Pro for its angled lense, magnetic base and drop / waterproof design. If you are a plumber I assume it can happen that your light gets wet at some point so that might be something to consider.

Ah yeah that would be very useful.

So I need it on Amazon because that's where I have credit. I don't see a Nichia 219B version. Does this mean they don't have the color accurate version?

Edit: Also, would this one suggested elsewhere be color accurate since it's Neutral White?