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Smith & Wesson Galaxy 13 LED Flashlight (10 White LED & 3 Red LED)

Manufacturer : Smith & Wesson Flashlights
In Stock : 21

List Price:	$39.99
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Features

10 White LEDs and 3 Red LEDs using Dual Switch Technology
Runs up to 80 hours on a set of 3 AAA Batteries
Anodized Aluminum Construction
Includes Holster and 3 AAA Batteries
Limited Lifetime Warranty

Product Description

Smith & Wesson SW1300RW Galaxy 13 LED, 10 White, 3 RedSmith & Wesson forged its reputation for high-performance, high-quality precision and ruggedness when it first opened its doors in 1852. Take a look at where they've been and where they're going.Smith

Customer Reviews

Average Rating of 4.50 out of 37 reviews

Rating :
Okay, but not great! - Stephan Peter Konig, May 18, 2008

It does the job, although my expectations where higher...

Pros: Well built, sturdy and with a good holster... Good customer support, when you are in the US...

Cons: Not as much light as I was expecting. No adjustable beam.

At first I was very disappointed. When I got my fist flashlight it turned out to have used up batteries and after I changed those the light was somehow dim. I talked to the customer support to find out, if this was normal and I first got the impression this was normal indeed, but after insisting they had me send in the flashlight and replaced it with a new one without problems. This one was much better and works well for me. It seemed the first one had some electric issues, so LEDs did not get the full power of the batteries. If you don't expect a longe range and adjustable beam, they work great, but are certainly no tacticle ops lights...

Rating :
Not that great. - G. Stankovic, May 03, 2008

Smith & Wesson Galaxy 13 LED Flashlight (10 White LED & 3 Red LED)First, I have to admit that light light output is great, and that 3 red LEDs, and separate switch for white and red light are nice features. After saying that I have to point out that the size and weight are ridiculously big for a flashlight powered by 3 AAA batteries. The diameter of flashlight's body looks like you could fit a D cell in there or at least couple of AA's.... AAA batteries for something this big is just a wrong choice. Position of switches on a side of lamp is really convenient if you want to play with them, once you have the lamp in your hand. Otherwise, their position is a poor choice, and they can easily be accidentally turned on while lamp is in it's carrying pouch or in a bag.
Overall: It has some nice features but it just seems like it was designed
by a person who never ever used and had to carry a flashlight outside of his home.

Rating :
Very Nice! - K. Nelson, Apr 25, 2008

Very nice flashlight, that is very well made. The red LED works very well to save your night vision. I have purchased 3 of these flashlights.

Rating :
Clunky feeling and soft wide beam. Other reviews seem to be bogus. - poesis, Apr 10, 2008

Light is weak, relative to other higher end flashlights that can be bought for just a few dollars more. I owned the Swiss Army LED but my 3 y/o lost it so I decided to try the Smith and Wesson based on great Amazon reviews. Sadly, the reviews are misleading.

Ergonomically, this light is a failure. It's a little to fat and a little too heavy considering it takes AAA cells, sorta stubby-ish, and it doesn't have a lanyard or provisions for one. On first use, you'll notice that this flashlight falls short of the sensuous tactile quality of a mag light or the Swiss Army Light. It's sorta well made but just not quite satisfying to hold -- not bad but not quite right.

The light quality is not the dazzling and almost blinding light that I expect from an LED. The beam's focus is very broad but it seems to sacrifice brightness and distance for breadth. This is a frustratingly "soft" light. You just don't get a powerful illumination and you can't get a focused or pointed illumination.

I guess the red light option is neat but I haven't needed it yet and I don't expect I will. If you just want a decent flashlight at a decent price. This will be OK but don't expect anything special or especially satisfying to use or hold. Overall it's OK but disappointing.

Rating :
Well-made, useful light - David Burch, Apr 06, 2008

Received this light as a gift. Seems to be well-made. The switches are easy to use, but the switch buttons are covered with rubber that probably wouldn't last under constant use. The white beam is typical of non-reflector type LED lights: broad and flat, perfect for finding your way along a path, but not applicable to long-range use. The red beam is bright enough to use for astronomy or other after-dark activities that require reading or map use.

This light is ideal for personal use, but a professional would be better off with a Xenon-bulb light equipped with a focusable reflector.

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