I would disagree (with driveX) as well, although I'm ok with accepting small imperfections in the finish (anodizing), dirty lens or body, or "cheap" machining of threads. These seem to be part of the game with budget lights. However I'm not ok with a flashlight that looks like it was used, or repaired and resold as new.
EDIT: Hmm. . . but this one performs better:
Quote from here.
So you going to keep it due to it's better performance? Or demand replacement and possibly get another under-performer?
-Garry