I may not be of much help since I am not familiar with the SWS model, I do have a HWS1000N2 12 fret though, in my opinion, the bass is quite good, nice and tight with no boom and the body size is not a beast to get your arms around at all, I think it is close to a Taylor GA body, though I have not compared numbers. The body has a gloss finish on the front back and sides. That and the 12 fret neck on the Smokey are the main differences between the HWS and the Smokey. I consider the HWS one of the best guitars I have, and the others are not slouches. A joy to play and listen to. If you buy one, consider ordering with the 12 fret neck. I hope that helps some....
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John
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