Looking for a new EDC pocket light, what fits?

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Heres my criteria!

1) I intend to use this light as EDC for general use and blinding/striking defensive use.

2) I am in ND, USA and can easily order online.

3) My price range is less than $50

4) I want a flashlight

PART B
Length:
Prefer 3”-6” for ease of carry and holding in defensive situation.

PART C
Width:
I prefer a long narrow light.

PART D
Weight:

Medium, slightly heavier than a AA MiniMag or lighter

5) What kind of “bulb”.
[ ] LED – more rugged, unlikely to burn out in your lifetime, less accurate color rendition, in general

6) What batteries do you want to use?

AAA preferred

7) How much light do you want? Sometimes you can have too much light (trying to read up close up with a 100 lumen light is impossible).
[ ] I want to read a map, find a light switch/keyhole, or get around the house at w/o disturbing anyone. (5-10 lumens)
[ ] I want to light an entire campground or dazzle an intruder. (100+ lumens)

Dimmable would be preferred, however, high end is more desirable than low end!

8) Throw vs Flood: Which do you prefer, lights that flood an area with a wide beam, or lights that “throw” with a tightly focused beam? Place an “X” on the line below. Sometimes a flood is better particularly closer up or indoors. You won’t have to “sweep” the light back and forth to see what you need to see. You can also just set it down pointing the general direction rather having to point it right at that which you are working.

Throw (distance)——— X————-|———————-Flood/close-up

9) Runtime: Not over-inflated manufacturer runtime claims (like some LED lights). but usable brightness measured from first activation to 50% with new batteries. Understand that runtime is a function of brightness and capacity of your batteries. If you want 6 hours you’ll either have big batteries or dimmer light, they haven’t made a setup yet that lights up like the sun, runs all night, and fits in your watch pocket. 
As much as I can get considering all the other parameters!

10) Durability: Generally the old phrase “you get what you pay for” is very accurate for flashlights.

[ ] Critical (Police, Fire, Search & Rescue, Self-defense, Survival.)

11) Switch Type:
Either
[ ] sliding switch (Stays on until slid back.)
[ ] clickie switch. (Stays on until pressed again.)

12) Switch Location:

Either
[ ] I want a push or sliding switch on the body near the head.
[ ] I want a push switch on the back end of the body.

13) Operational Modes: Check all that apply.

Either
[ ] A simple on-off is fine for me.
[ ] I want 2 light levels. (Brighter/short runtime and Dimmer/long runtime.)

14) Is it important whether the body is metal or plastic/composite?

[ ] I want a metal-bodied light.

15) Special Needs: Is there anything else you want or need that hasn’t been mentioned? Circle any below or write in your own comment(s).

All of these are in the “would be nice category, but not necessary.”
[ ] Waterproof – how deep: 3m?
[ ] Non-reflective/dark finish (stealthy/hard to find)
[ ] Corrosion resistant or hard-anodized finish
[ ] “Hybrid” light (bright incandescent combined with long running LEDs)
[ ] Built-in second (or spare) lamp or filament
[ ] Belt/Jacket clip
[ ] Kuboton/self defense features

Thanks for any/all help!

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