Same here dude. 2 months ago, I thought Surefires were not just overpriced, but I thought anyone who would spend 135 dollars on a light had a screw loose or something.
Please don't be offended by this CPF gentlemen. I am merely stating how I felt back then. It just seemed ridiculous to spend that much on a source of light. I never understood why a flashlight could demand such high prices.
At the time I had a mini maglite and honestly, I thought it was the best light in the world. I took it exploring, camping, everything. I mean that's just how deluded I was.
Got my first Fenix just this week. Got a solarforce as well (not considered premium to some, but premium to me).
Have a couple of Romisens on their way (cheapo but nice looking) and also on my way to ordering a Eagletac or Nitecore.
Weird how 2 months can make such a difference. Now that I have bought my first 40 dollar flashlight, my attitude has changed. Now I think that people who spend $500 dollars on a flashlight are ****OO.
I can't say that I will ever spend that much on a McGizmo, but if I had the money, who knows, maybe I would.