Thanks, guys.
I know I hate it when folks "regurgitate" information they have heard, and don't speak from personal experience. So I tried being honest with what I personally have on hand.
And RyanRPM..."Yes"...I do have the Q5 bin. I have an affinity towards cold, crispy lights - and NOT the warmer yellowish lights. (Just my personal preference, folks. So please don't try to win me over with different views/opinions).
Of all my lights, my absolute favourite is the Derelight CL1H V4.
The CL1H V4 fits the best in my hands, has an absoutely clean light, and the stiffer tailcap button is growing on me. (The Fenix TK11 button is starting to get kinda soft and floppy from the constant use).
But the one I grab on a daily basis, the one I carry with me to work, the one that is ugly as heck, the one that is a glutton for punishment, the one that gets beaten and scratched on a daily basis (and has a nice Japanese wrap with 550 paracord)...is the Fenix TK11.
That puppy (for the price) is a workhorse. Like I mentioned above, it is ugly as heck. I don't mind beating it and tearing it up. And like a Timex watch...it just keeps on ticking, and ticking, and ticki...
If you're like me, and purchase items to USE THEM...then get the Fenix TK11. Its ugly, but it'll out throw almost anything out there for the price - and it runs on a single 18650 battery.
But if you want a cleaner light, as well as a really nice host body, then ABSOLUTELY go with the Dereelight CL1H V4.
The latter two lights are my favourite of the four I own. I also have two poly stingers, and a 4D Maglite with a Terralux 300M drop-in which I don't really use any more. (I will be selling the latter as soon as I get off my lazy duff to take a few pictures and post it).
If you have a few extra shekels, go with the Derelight. You will not regret it. But if you need to penny pinch for the moment, then go with the Fenix TK11. (Q5 bin).
Personally, the four lights I have meet all my needs - and surpass them. I am in want for no others.
I'm sure there are many other good lights out there. But to meet your "18650/THROWER" criteria, I think these two are your best options. Super high lumens, long run times, accept 18650's, and are dedicated throwers.
Just my personal thoughts.
Nuff said.
Happy hunting.
In Christ: Raymond