Seeking bright EDC light

[Rangersedge]

Bought a Fenix E12. Great little light and handy size; but really want something quite a bit brighter.
Looking for as much power and etc. as can get in a compact size that clips in pocket. No longer than 4.75 inches. Not huge diameter.
Am leaning towards a Nitecore E4K; but noted a couple others in the small 21700 thread. Would prefer one not made in China (but realize that may be a challenge) and costs less than $150 or so.
What would you recommend?

 

[DRW]

Malkoff Devices High Power LED Flashlights and LED Conversions

Malkoff Devices High Power LED Flashlights, Maglite LED Conversions and Maglite LED Upgrades, and Surefire P60 Bulb LED Conversions and Surefire LED Upgrades.

malkoffdevices.com

HDS Systems: Everyday Carry (EDC) Flashlights - EDC Executive, EDC LE, EDC Rotary and EDC Tactical.

Everyday Carry (EDC) Flashlights - EDC Executive, EDC LE, EDC Rotary and EDC Tactical.

www.hdssystems.com

 

[ilikeguns40]

USA Malkoff, Elzetta, HDS.

Half USA/China- Zebralight. Which I will recommend for the bright compact size and great price range. They have a lot to offer for the price.

https://www.zebralight.com/SC65c-HI-18650-4000K-High-CRI-Flashlight_p_254.html

 

[tonkem]

I second the Zebralight. I carry an SC63 Cool white. Love that light, always with me, 18650 for higher output and very small, don't even notice that I am carrying it. Only one available is the one that ilikeguns40 posted the link to, which is lower output, 660 lumens on max, but is a more concentrated hotspot versus the SC63(which is not produced anymore). If you are good with the lower Kelvin of 4000K, then that would be the light I chose for the size, but be aware that the beam is more intense. Here is a video of the light.

 

[ilikeguns40]

SC65c HI outdoor beamshots in snow. Phenomenal beam. Pretty much perfect H1 660 lumens

 

[tonkem]

SC65c HI outdoor beamshots in snow. Phenomenal beam. Pretty much perfect H1 660 lumens

The highest output steps down rather quickly, correct?

 

[ilikeguns40]

Not sure. I never really use max output for extended periods of time

 

[tonkem]

Not sure. I never really use max output for extended periods of time

Like less than 2 mins

 

[jabe1]

Get a pocket light from Peak; USA made. Eiger, ElCapitan, or Logan.
Pocket clips can be challenging to find for all but the Eiger.

 

[alpg88]

check out intl outdoor site, they are manufacturer, sellers of noctigon emissar lights, i carry kr4 for work since 2020, great little light ,Extremely bright on turbo, with fresh cells it burns paper.

 

[Monocrom]

I'd honestly recommend taking a more serious look at Nitecore's entire line-up. Their offerings right now are literally the best they have ever been in the company's history. Screaming bright, very good quality, and under $150; you'll have a tough time doing better.

 

[DaveTheDude]

SkyLumen just offered (as of January 19, 2024) a 14500-fueled EDC light that outputs 1300 max lumens. You might want to see if that would work for you.

 

[DaveTheDude]

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[SCEMan]

Lumintop EDC18

 

[Poppy]

Lumintop EDC18

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That lumintop looks nice.
Are those side heat vents deep enough to accept trits?

 

[SCEMan]

That lumintop looks nice.
Are those side heat vents deep enough to accept trits?

Possibly, but not sure enough to try.

 

[Poppy]

Possibly, but not sure enough to try.

I'd kinda like to have a light with trits, but meh, what would I do with it?

 

[ilikeguns40]

I'd kinda like to have a light with trits, but meh, what would I do with it?

They look cool, but not really worth the money.

 

[jabe1]

I have one , on my keys so I can find them.