Since its release last year, the Baton 3 Pro has been extremely popular and a fan favorite. It is an excellent upgrade to the S2R Baton II, with improvements in output and runtimes across the board. There are several reasons for the popularity of the Baton 3 Pro. First, it remains relatively compact which is perfect for everyday carry applications. The operation of the light is extremely straightforward and intuitive. There’s a side switch only and no tail switch to fuss with since this isn’t designed for tactical applications. Finally, the power packed into such a small package is nothing short of amazing. The Baton 3 Pro provides a tremendous amount of balanced flood and spill to illuminate the area in front and around you very well. Since its initial release, the Baton 3 Pro has been available in Black, ODG, Desert Tan, Orange, and Purple. Now we can add Copper and White to that line-up! Friendly note that Cu and white each color is limited to 5000 worldwide, first come first served!
Quick Recap of the Performance and Aesthetics Upgrades
The Baton 3 Pro packs some truly impressive performance enhancements into a compact EDC light. It maintains the same number of modes as the S2R Baton II but improves the overall output and runtimes by as much as 30%. A quick double tap of the switch and you immediately get 1,500 lumens and nearly 575 feet of throw while in turbo mode. The high mode, with 600 lumens, is more than adequate for most tasks and there are about 3 hours of runtime. There’s even a strobe mode that can be accessed by rapidly tapping the switch. Finally, moonlight mode will provide just half a lumen of light for up to 120 days of continuous runtime.
When compared to the S2R2, there are several noteworthy improvements made to the body of Baton 3 Pro. The body knurling has changed to improve grip and reduce slipping potential and is like that found on the body of the Warrior Mini 2. Perhaps one of the more noticeable changes is to the clip, which has been “beefed up” to be much wider and longer than the previous clip. This provides a very secure fit to the body of the light and gives you great confidence that it is not going to simply “pop” off.
The additional length of the clip is also a very welcome improvement as it allows for deeper pocket carry. Finally, the button switch is now slightly recessed which helps to ensure that there isn’t accidental activation of the light while in a pocket. It is also worth noting that the lanyard hole on the body is no longer present on the Baton 3 Pro, but there is a hole located on the bottom of the clip for a lanyard attachment. While the weight of the Baton 3 Pro remained relatively close to the S2R2, the Copper edition is significantly heavier. The added heft of the copper gives the Baton 3 Pro a premium feel.
Why Choose Copper?
Copper has several advantages when it comes to EDC items, especially compact EDC flashlights. Aside from the beauty of the shiny gold color, copper naturally has antimicrobial properties. If you are a germaphobe, copper is an excellent option for you! Next, copper is a great thermal conductor and will dissipate heat much better than other materials like titanium. This is especially useful in high-heat applications like high-powered LED flashlights where heat build-up can affect performance. Finally, copper will patina over time. The result will be a light that is uniquely yours. If you don’t like the patina, simply polish it to restore its beautiful luster. For those that enjoy a bit more color, copper can be forced to patina using salt and ammonia, often bringing out bright blues and greens. This process is often referred to as “shipwrecking” since it often results in a piece that resembles something that would have been found underwater in an old shipwrecked vessel. You can even bring out reds, blues, and purples by applying heat treatment carefully.
What's included
Included with the purchase of the Baton 3 Pro are the following:
Customized 18650, 3200mAh 3.6V rechargeable battery
MCC3 Charging Cable
L-shaped Stand
Velvet Storage Bag
User Manual
Final thoughts
Simply put, the Baton 3 Pro is an excellent light! Now adding the option to obtain it in Cu or white is a slam dunk. It is a beautiful addition to any collection and provides a lot of additional benefits, making it a great choice for everyday carry. So, whether you collect copper or white and plan to simply add this to your collection, or you are a heavy user looking for a fantastic EDC light, Cu or White edition of the Baton 3 Pro will delight and exceed your expectations.
Grab one while you can!
For Olight's 16th anniversary, Olight is offering a limited-time special on the Baton 3 Pro Cu or White flashlight, limited to 5,000 of each color. You can purchase Cu and white flashlights at up to 40% off. The table below shows the details of the offer.
