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One of Olight latest releases, in their EDC-section, is the S10R II Baton. It's an updated version of the older S10R, which I reviewed previously.
The S10R II still runs on one (included) RCR123A (16340) battery. As back-up, this light also works on a non-rechargeable CR123A battery.
With a max output of 500 lumens, it's quite a pocket lighthouse
The packaging:
The S10R II comes in Olight today's standard clear packaging.
Inside the packaging you'll find; the S10R II, 1x Olight RCR123A battery (inside the light), manual, USB-cable, charging-dock, sticky pad for charging dock and a lanyard.
The pocket clip is already attached to the light.
Normally I don't really pay attention to the lanyard, but I noticed that Olight added a small needle at the end. This helps you attaching the lanyard through the small lanyard-hole in the tailcap.
Features and Specifications: (given by Olight)
KEY FEATURES:
- The S10RII uses the highest output Cree XP-L HD LED which can reach up to 500 lumens.
- Blue PVD technology stainless steel bezel and ring around the switch.
- Flat side button to prevent the light turning on in the pocket.
- Low battery indicator function. Red LED on the button will light up when the battery is low.
- The Olight Rechargeable 650mAh RCR123A battery can last up to 7 days on one charge.
- Intelligent MICRO-USB charging cable can be used for other device electronic devices that take USB.
- Five output modes: 3 normal brightness levels: 5 lumens, 100 lumens, 500 lumens, a special 0.5 lumen moonlight mode, and a 10HZ Strobe mode.
- Flat tailcap with a strong magnet that can attach to any metal surface for hands free operation.
- Based on the run time of active thermal control, 4 1/2 minutes highlighting, 3 minutes gently fall to 60% of the initial brightness.
- Battery reverse polarity construction.
- Hardened temper Glass, double-sided anti-reflective film coating.
- Removable U arm stainless steel pocket clip, high toughness, two-way installation, salt bath nitrite surface treatment (QPQ technology), anti-scrape, anti-corrosion.
MSRP: $59.95
The manual gives information on specs, user interface and more. Always handy to read before usage
The S10R II still shares most looks from the older versions, there as been some change. The bezel has been given a beautiful blue PVD coating. The same has been done on the ring, surrounding the side-switch.
To prevent accidental activation when carrying, the side-switch is now flat. This helps to prevent warm pockets
A electronic and physical lockout is present.Pocket-clip design allows deep pocket carry. In the middle of the side-switch is a little red-led indicator which acts as low-voltage indicator. There still is a magnet in the tailcap.
Anodizing is nicely done, engraving is sharp and white. The is knurling all over the light, but the clip gives you the most grip. The blue o-ring near the reflector has GITD powder, to find the light a little bit easier.
Down the smooth reflector, sits a centered XP-L led.
To charge the S10R II, you just drop it on the included charging-dock. Plug the dock in a USB-port with the included USB-cable. There have been issues with this charging dock before, but Olight has learned and improved.
Output of the dock is still 4.55V but charges now at 750mA. The extended USB-port lets you charge other devices via the dock.
A led indicator shows the status. Red when charging, and turns green when charging is done. When the dock is powered, but isn't charging, the indicator blinks red every ~2 seconds.
Charging dock finished charging around 4.19V.
The center charging point in the tailcap, lays lower then the outside ring. This prevents a possible short-cut when for example keys, are kept in the same pocket as the light.
The S10R II has anodized square-cut threads. Therefore a physical lockout is possible. My sample came well lubed.
A small battery polarity indication mark inside the battery tube, shows how to insert the battery correctly.
Springs at both sides of the battery helps with shock absorption. Physical polarity protection at the head, prevents the light to turn On, when the battery is inserted wrong.
The included Olight RCR123A battery.
User Interface:
From Off; press and hold to enter Moonlight mode. Click ones to return to memorized brightness level. Two clicks to enter High.
When On, press and hold to cycle between Low > Med > High. Two clicks will select the Strobe mode.
To electronically lockout the light, press and hold the side-switch for 2 seconds from Off. To exit the lockout, press and hold for 1 second.
It's also possible to lockout with the tailcap. Just loosen the tailcap a quarter turn.
Size comparison:
Duracell CR123A, Lumintop ED10, Olight S10R II, Olight S10, Zebralight SC32w.
Indoor Beamshots/ Outdoor Beamshots:
ISO400, f/5.6, 1/20 sec - Canon 500D - Light approx 30cm/ camera 1m in front of wall. (moonlight mode taken with ISO400, f/5.6 , 1/4 sec)
Positives and Negatives:
In this section I give my quick view on +'s and -'s.
+ Small yet powerful
+ Easy rechargeable
+ Moonlight mode
- Magnet could interfere with other carried items
Conclusion:
The S10R II is slightly larger then the new Olight S1, but it brings the easy charging option with him. Because of the small size, you hardly notice you carry a light with you.
Convenient for some, and for some not, but the magnet in the tailcap works great when you need both hands. But be careful when you pocket carry the light, next to other items in your pocket.
The blue PVD coated bezel makes the S10R II standout of the crowd
S10R II Baton was supplied by Adola for review, on behalf of Olight.
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