Hi guys, thanks for the links to my threads. FYI, I've just updated both of them with more info.
The JetBeam Jet-I MK IBS (as it is now known) is definitely the brightest on 14500. In terms of efficiency, it does quite well - but the Fenix L1D typically is still the king on standard alkaline and NiMH (can't really compare on 14500, since Fenix is direct-drive until regulation kicks in)
Thats the conundrum, I don't necessarily want the brightest, but the best well rounded, thats where efficiency comes to play,
on 14500
The LID is direct
The NDI is very good, (but the switch problems)
The Jet IBS?
Did I miss any of this caliber?
I want the IBS, but efficiency?
is it more efficient in Nimh?
I want to run 14500, but am willing to sacrifice MAX for efficiency,
Arrgh! I just want one definitive "best" not soooo many close enoughs, or splitting hairs,...
Please point me in the right direction
Mike