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I have the "C" version. As I said, it is a little long - but works great - plus I love the 15 hours of burn time.
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Totally agree on a Mb-sub variable focus 800 lumen model. Another wish for Michael. I bought the X1-800 and its a nice light but I find the beam a little wide for conditions other than clear.
That's a good point. Looking at the PDF doc on the X1 series. It looks like you should be able to put the VB (variable beam) lens on the X1-800. It also reads: "All components can be freely combined with each other." If so the only question is if we can purchase the light in this configuration. I wouldn't mind having this as a excellent backup.
I have the "C" version. As I said, it is a little long - but works great - plus I love the 15 hours of burn time.
The Raider 1 (larger) sock works with my X1-VB (C). The Raider 3 sock (smaller) works with my wife's Intova back-up.
I understand Oxycheq now makes an adjustable sock that will fit almost any light.
Since I am now playing with UW Video, it is great to have the light strapped to my hand, leaving my fingers uncluttered to work the camera/lights (doubles as a focus light when zoomed out).
I added a piece of inner tube on my X1 handle - makes it a little tight to insert but it prevent it from twisting in the sock when I adjust the beam.