Smith & Wesson Galaxy 28 LED Flashlight (20 White, 4 Red & 4 Blue LEDs)
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Description of Smith & Wesson Galaxy 28 LED Flashlight (20 White, 4 Red & 4 Blue LEDs)
One of the most versatile flashlights on the market today, the new for 2007 Galaxy 28 LED Series Flashlights are a step above anything you've seen. These lights come in two versions. This Red, White & Blue version comes with 20 Ultra Bright White LEDs, 4 Red LEDs for night vision and 4 Blue LEDs for low light viewing. The "RBW" features the latest MSAT system which allows the white LEDs to operate on one switch while the red and blue modes are activated on a separate switch. This allows you to never second guess which mode you are turning on so to never lose your natural night vision. The flashlight also includes 3 AAA batteries and a deluxe holster with a spare battery holder. The limited lifetime warranty guarantees the quality and reliability you have come to expect from Smith & Wesson since 1852.The dual-switch Smith & Wesson Galaxy 28 flashlight is designed with two separate on-off push buttons, providing a choice between a powerfully bright 20 White LED mode or two battery-efficient LED modes--4 red LED (for night vision) or 4 blue LED (for low light viewing)--without the confusion of a single switch mechanism. It features the latest MSAT switch technology which allows the white LEDs to operate on one switch while the color LED modes are activated on a separate switch. Ideal for aviation, outdoors, automotive, home, and professional use, the 20 LED mode provides a brilliant beam of white light perfect for general usage, while the 4 LED mode is ideal for conserving battery power and signaling and identifying targets at night without hampering night vision. It's constructed of precision-machined 6063 anodized aluminum for maximum resistance to corrosion and weather. The flashlight also includes 3 AAA batteries and a deluxe holster with a spare battery holder. It's backed by a limited lifetime warranty.
Sports reviews of Smith & Wesson Galaxy 28 LED Flashlight (20 White, 4 Red & 4 Blue LEDs)
Customer Review: Two Years of Non Stop Service.
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I purchased this flashlight on July of 2008. In all this time I have been surprised by it, it's kind of like those products you don't see that much anymore.
Brightness: The white light will lit anything in within a hundred meters away with a clear and well focused stream of light. The blue light has an almost UV quality to it but it's functional for low light activities, so is the green (I have both varieties), and the red while perfect for close night vision, has enough reach to see things for afar too.
Battery Life: I use 1000mAh rechargeable batteries, still, I get a good 10-15 hours of white light, around the same for blue/green light, but the red one lasts days and days, I've tried to fully discharge the batteries on the red light alone and it takes nearly a week to do so, with alkaline batteries you get an slightly even more bright light and longer battery life, but won't be able to recharge those.
Quality/Endurance: This what really has made me fall in love with this flashlight, the endurance and quality of the build is simply outstanding, it has withstood two falls from quite high heights, and more than a few from lesser ones, with not much as some tiny scratches. No led has gone out, no broken pieces or cracks in the front, no corrosion of whatsoever even when I have left it out in the cold and/or rain.
I haven't had the chance to try other LED flashlights, which are maybe brighter or offer even longer battery life, but the quality of the build of this one, makes it a good investment for the money.
If the days comes when it's finally broken or stops working, I'll come back for one of the same.
Customer Review: BEST FLASHLIGHT I HAVE EVER OWNED!!
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
This SMITH & WESSON Flashlight has it all: brightness; battery longevity; durability; ease of use; red, white & blue illumination modes; heavy-duty "police-style" holster with spare battery copartment; economical to buy and use. THIS LIGHT IS A FANTASTIC BARGAIN!
And don't forget: SMITH & WESSON makes some of the world's best firearms. Thus, they have proven experience in fine machining.
Manufactured like a tank, yet lightweight, the device is intuitive in use. No need to look at the controls to swith between the red, blue, and white modes: you can FEEL them! With its 28 super-bright LEDs (20 of which are the primary white bulbs) you won't loose your way in the dark. Plus, the 4 red and 4 blue super-bright LEDs are GREAT for night-time map and chart reading in your car, boat or airplane--with no distraction or blinding to the driver/pilot!
In short, this Smith & Wesson flashlight seems to be PERFECT for anyone seeking a top-quality illumination product at a reasonable price. With the 100,000-hour bulb life and heavy-duty construction, it seems like it will last forever! (I just wish that I was receiving a fee for this endorsement.)
Customer Review: Blindingly Bright Light
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
Here is one light that is BRIGHT! Not only do you have 20 white LED, but 4 Red and 4 blue! The white is for your general night viewing. Red lights help keep your night vision. Blue are for low light areas. Personally I like the same light, but with the 4 green LED instead of the blue (do a search here at amazon as it's available). But the I've found a good use for the blue in looking at maps at night.
It comes with a great carrying case you can clip on your belt through a velcro backing. And on the outside of the case is a small pocket to put three extra batteries.
Those who work nights and need a good light (Law Enforcement, EMS), here is the light you need. It looks stylish, and feels good in your hand. Ends are squared so that it does not roll. The middle of the light where you hold it are grooved so the light does not "sweat out" of your hands.
Battery power is good. Like any light it will not last 12 hours constantly on. But the 20 white LED are bright yet seem to use less power. And the red and blue use even less power and will work even when the white is dim or out as they use even less power.
Customer Review: Best in the world
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
LED Flashlights have certainly come a long way since Cristobol Loomis first discovered the technology in Quetzalcoatl's tomb but the basic principles still remain the same and, for my money, they're still the best source of illumination to be found in the modern world. Overall I would probably give the 4 red LEDs three stars and the 20 white LEDs four stars, but when you factor in sixteen stars for the 4 blue LEDs that still comes out to a hair over twelve stars total so I can't in good conscience give this product one star less than five. The only real fault I can assign to it are mainly design choices...why is the second setting able to shine through everything else but not styrofoam, and why does shining the light from the third setting bring reptiles back to life but nothing else? Quibbles aside though, the flashlight is sturdy, capable of surviving a fall of up to 200 feet, and will also provide full visibility roughly 60 meters in every direction even at depths of up to one hundred fathoms. You really just can not go wrong with this flashlight.Customer Review: Great Torch
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
You know some things just look and feel like they are good quality. Well I think this torch is one of them. It's about 6 and 1/2 inches long, and 1 inch in diameter at the back end and about an inch and a half at the light end. The beam is more of a flood light than the focused beam of an incandescent torch like a Maglight but is very white and bright at up to medium ranges. The red and blue light actually seem more focused than the white and are surprisingly bright for only 4 LED's each. Batteries are AAA's and loaded into a magazine type cylinder before being inserted into the back of the torch. Both ends of it have flats on them which will help stop it rolling. It comes with a very well made pouch that will fit on a belt and has storage for spare batteries. I bought it to do walk arounds on aircraft at night and for this purpose I think it will be ideal.