I like a stainless to pocket carry as it doesn't show wear like an anodized does. I carry then Fenix E05 ss, which is a AAA light. I little heavier than alum, but works well for me.
I have had the 1A and the 2A in NW for a couple weeks now with no issues, and have several other Thrunites for the past couple years with no problems.I like the way the clip fits the 1a as it fits great in cargo pants. Both the 1a and 2a have very nice beams with decent throw, but still has good...
You have no weapon, no fighting skills and you think someone has bad intentions lurking in the shadows. You don't know what weapons this person would have. I will agree with Full Power and back out and get help if at all possible. A flashlight is no match for a gun ,knife or other weapons.
I have a swm m20a with an R5...good mix of throw and flood. The xml would have more flood to it, which seems to be what you need. Very well made light.