
I know that when I go to shop for a flashlight there are two things that I really need: a full-blown replica of the lightsaber of Darth Vader and really bright red LEDs. Up until now, I had little choice in my lightsaber flashlights, so when I saw the latest geek gadget from the folks at Wesco I felt that my prayers had been answered. They have just announced the availability of the Darth Vader lightsaber LED flashlight and 40 year-old virgins all over the world are lining up to get theirs.
Wesco has modeled their new lightsaber flashlight after Darth Vader’s lightsaber. From what I have read it is complete in ever detail (with the exception of the plasma blade that slices through anything) and even sports a handy little loop so you can hang it on your belt. The Darth Vader LED flashlight is imported from the UK and features four bright red LED bulbs. When it comes to a flashlight, what the hell good are red LEDs? Maybe if you work for the crime scene investigators you can check for bodily fluids with it.

As if what I have described is not enough, the lightsaber flashlight also comes complete with authentic sound effects and measures approximately 9.5-in (24.1-cm) long. Three AAA batteries included. Increased chances of finding a girlfriend are not. They are expected to ship starting on September 15th so you can pre-order yours for $24.99 at www.shop.starwars.com.
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