JETBeam RRT-0 Overview With Lots of Pictures

[kdaq]

I couldn't find an RRT-0 R5 with an OP reflector either. Just ordered a "hybrid" reflector one from BOG - will post impressions when it arrives.

 

[HIDblue]

I couldn't find an RRT-0 R5 with an OP reflector either. Just ordered a "hybrid" reflector one from BOG - will post impressions when it arrives.

Thanks kdaq. That's what I saw as well. No OP, only the Hybrid or SMO reflectors were offered. Let us know what you think of it when you get it.

 

[kdaq]

$0.02 in 2 seconds: it looks like a normal SMO reflector. Bright output - surprisingly so on NiMH AA even. Donut hole is apparent - want an OP! Very cool tint.

Absolutely beautiful. This light has both elegance and a solid feel beyond any other light in my collection. Future purchases will be harder now - the bar has been raised!

 

[HIDblue]

That's odd. Why would they call it a "Hybrid" if it looks like a regular SMO? I figured hybrid reflector meant partial OP and partial SMO. Guess I was wrong. If the donut hole is that pronounced, I'll just wait a while until the OP reflectors become available.

You know my last 2 lights purchased have been JetBeams and I've been surprisingly impressed with their fit and finish as well.

 

[Kamakazikev24]

Still waiting for R5 to ship from HK.
When I got a Jetbeam III M a year or so ago that had a supposed 'Hybrid' reflector which was smooth for the most part and what I can only describe as having 'hatching' lots of criss crossed lines at the narrowest point near the LED. Still had loads of rings though and an off centre LED with a bad half crescent shape in the beam.
Hoping this one will be better but still looking for a OP to fit the R5 I will have soon!
George.

 

[kdaq]

That's odd. Why would they call it a "Hybrid" if it looks like a regular SMO? I figured hybrid reflector meant partial OP and partial SMO. Guess I was wrong. If the donut hole is that pronounced, I'll just wait a while until the OP reflectors become available.

Yup, I was hoping for the same - like an iTP C7 or Olight T20. Just looks like a regular 'ol smooth reflector to my eyes. Can't detect any hatching, rings, or other textures. Maybe I'm missing something.

Donut hole isn't as bad as I expected, but it is there. You don't see it close up, but it shows up on a wall at 15' and gets worse farther out. Haven't used it outside yet, that will be the real test.

Gotta say it again though - this thing is gorgeous. :thumbsup:

 

[emu124]

Confirmed... it's gorgeous and i like this selector-ring-thing !:devil:

 

[kdaq]

To anyone interested: I e-mailed Jetbeam CS asking, "Do you offer an OP (Orange Peel) reflector for the RRT-0 with XP-G R5 LED?". Their reply:

yes, we will come out OP RRT-0 R5

No dates or other specifics, but this is good news indeed!

 

[HIDblue]

To anyone interested: I e-mailed Jetbeam CS asking, "Do you offer an OP (Orange Peel) reflector for the RRT-0 with XP-G R5 LED?". Their reply:


No dates or other specifics, but this is good news indeed!

That is good news kdaq. I guess I'll just wait a little while longer to get the RRT-0 with the OP reflector to avoid the dreaded donut hole. 😗

 

[Kamakazikev24]

That's good news, more spending! Lol.

 

[Kamakazikev24]

Well I got my R5 yesterday so thought I would give my thoughts. First up the beam is superb, no noticable rings and no dark spots, I would say it compares well with my Novatac 120p and that really is something!
I wont be needing an OP reflector after all!
The writing on the tube is slightly on the wonk, although the 'Jetbeam' is level.
The ring feels and sounds slightly gritty, and I can see the ball bearing inside as it seems to push the ring towards the tale leading the ring to be uneven. Still works very well though and I love being able to turn the light on at any level I like. That was something even the Novatac cant do.
It's very bright, even on AA's so all good. I want to get some rechargables now.
I got a D10 clip at the same time but there seems to be no way to put it on. The stainless ring around the switch sits to high and if I filed the backing plate down far enough to make it fit the holes in the backing plate would be less of a hole and more of a U shape! The clip that came with it seems fine anyhoo so will use that instead.
So to sum it up, a great little flashlight which has now become my EDC. :thumbsup:

 

[FlashKat]

Even though I already own the RRT-0 R2 version 2 I could not resist ordering the R5 version with the hybrid reflector. These RRT-0 are great flashlights!!!!!

 

[Preed]

14500's?

I am wondering, since this light can take 4.2V input, is there any benefit to using for example AW 14500 750mAh rather than for example GP 2700mAh AA NiMh?

/ Preed

 

[HKJ]

Re: 14500's?

I am wondering, since this light can take 4.2V input, is there any benefit to using for example AW 14500 750mAh rather than for example GP 2700mAh AA NiMh?

/ Preed

The light is brighter and stabilized with LiIon, I got these runtime curves:

 

[Preed]

Re: 14500's?

The light is brighter and stabilized with LiIon, I got these runtime curves:

Thanks. As I suspected the runtime is lower with the 14500s as the Wh's are lower with a 3.7V*750mAh vs 1.2V*2600mAh..
However, seeing as I am going for a weapon light for my H&K G3, I should probably go for a bigger light with better throw, so right now I am looking into the RRT-1 instead.

 

[vudoo]

Anyone like trits in their RRT-0?

 

[OCD]

Anyone like trits in their RRT-0?

Oooh! Oooh! Pick me! :goodjob: :rock:

 

[vudoo]

Hahaha...

If I could get access to cheap trit slot machining all my lights would have trits in them. I just ordered another 10 ice blue trits from farid and hopefully they are just as bright as b@rts...

 

[JCK]

It doesn't. The clip just snaps onto the body tube instead of being securely screwed on. Hence people doing mods like using a D10 or McGizmo Ti clip. That and the bluish tint (And for some people the donut hole effect) are the light's downsides.

So apart from the clip issue, if someone doesn't mind a blueish tint (is this the R5 version your talking about?), and if the holes in the beam will be solved with the new OP reflector that may be coming soon, would you say that the 'downsides' are solved?

To anyone interested: I e-mailed Jetbeam CS asking, "Do you offer an OP (Orange Peel) reflector for the RRT-0 with XP-G R5 LED?". Their reply:

yes, we will come out OP RRT-0 R5

No dates or other specifics, but this is good news indeed!

This is good news.
Can I ask, how much difference in throw would an OP reflector have compared to the smooth reflector?
And do you know if they are planning on releasing a new clip for it as well?

 

[Zflashlight]

Has anyone taken it apart and posted some pictures/video of the head? I mean really opened the head, taken the LED and so on?
I'm really curious about that. How easy or hard it is, if it's upgradeable.

Oh yeah, and, great review man! Thank you for that! 😀