You're also forget Bloodfist. It's an endgame worthy item available at level 9Wait, 'torture' mephisto? An odd way to put it..
The hand of broc is excellent for a TC3 item. I actually get excited whenever I find a TC3 item because many of them are just so good for their level requirement. Rixot's keen is, I think , the only sword with crushing blow. The unique staff ( bone ash ? ) is an amazing sorc item.
You're also forget Bloodfist. It's an endgame worthy item available at level 9
The progress with my kicksin after finding The Hand of Broc is actually a lot faster and whole lot more fun than expected.
Just finished Act I.
I think bloodfist is not TC3..
The unique TC3 boot ( I forgot the name ) is also a pretty solid lategame item.