Galway made in two wins from two in the second tier of the Allianz National Football League this evening.
The Tribesmen ran out 1-12 to 0-09 winners over Down.
Paul Conroy (1-02) and Shane Walsh (0-05) were the chief scorers for the visitors.
Next up for Padraic Joyce's side is a home clash with Offaly in two weeks time.