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I started with a pair of D710Vs which I use for my camera/video rig. And then picked up a few handhelds soon after. The value and quality of all these lights gave me complete confidence to take the plunge and purchase a D620 2.0. My high expectations were met upon receiving it and was very eager to promote it to my primary primary. Its performance is great, as is its runtime. The secondary use of the battery as a backup charger is a clever and handy feature when traveling.
Just after several dives in, I notice the stitching on the Velcro flaps which are used to secure the canister to the belt has begun to come apart. It is now apparent that this is a weak seam and is not durable even for short-term intermittent use. I believe this is exacerbated by the fact that it is completely wet when removed, thus renders the fabric and stitching more elastic and more likely to yield to the tension when separating the flaps. And upon closer inspection, it seems the Velcro flaps are affixed to the canister via two hose clamps with a heat-shrink tubing around it (I'm guessing to protect from the hard edges of the protruding hex head). Which renders this somewhat of a task to remove and replace, if a solution necessitates it.
More concerning as of late is the cord, which I've come to find is excessively long. While I did always feel there was a bit much slack since it would occasionally catch on random things when I'd swim too low, I didn't realize the magnitude until I saw it in some footage my buddy shot of me. The cord is 1.5M/59in long. Some quick research reveals the average cord length for canister lights is 1M/42in. Is there any specific justification for it being ~50% longer? This product is being promoted as "...a perfect canister dive light for cave diving, wreck diving or similar technical diving activities" but I feel this renders it anything but. I first had planned to take this light along as I venture into cave/technical diving where there are hazards and risks galore, but now I'm concerned that this excessive cord itself is a hazard.
I still proudly endorse Orcatorch as being a solid brand that delivers on both quality and value, which is hard to come by in any industry. However, it is disappointing that the one product which serves the incredibly crucial role in visibility and communication has these flaws.
Just after several dives in, I notice the stitching on the Velcro flaps which are used to secure the canister to the belt has begun to come apart. It is now apparent that this is a weak seam and is not durable even for short-term intermittent use. I believe this is exacerbated by the fact that it is completely wet when removed, thus renders the fabric and stitching more elastic and more likely to yield to the tension when separating the flaps. And upon closer inspection, it seems the Velcro flaps are affixed to the canister via two hose clamps with a heat-shrink tubing around it (I'm guessing to protect from the hard edges of the protruding hex head). Which renders this somewhat of a task to remove and replace, if a solution necessitates it.
More concerning as of late is the cord, which I've come to find is excessively long. While I did always feel there was a bit much slack since it would occasionally catch on random things when I'd swim too low, I didn't realize the magnitude until I saw it in some footage my buddy shot of me. The cord is 1.5M/59in long. Some quick research reveals the average cord length for canister lights is 1M/42in. Is there any specific justification for it being ~50% longer? This product is being promoted as "...a perfect canister dive light for cave diving, wreck diving or similar technical diving activities" but I feel this renders it anything but. I first had planned to take this light along as I venture into cave/technical diving where there are hazards and risks galore, but now I'm concerned that this excessive cord itself is a hazard.
I still proudly endorse Orcatorch as being a solid brand that delivers on both quality and value, which is hard to come by in any industry. However, it is disappointing that the one product which serves the incredibly crucial role in visibility and communication has these flaws.
