Looking for a very specific mechanical mod - need input

[havoc1967]

I have gone through a whole bunch of mods in the last 4 years (regulated/mechanical, tube/box, authentic/clone, etc) and it seems as far as the mechanicals anyway most have had had quirks or drawbacks in some form or another. Although I have certainly have plenty of devices and don't need anything I would like to pick up another mechanical (a clone is fine) as long as it meets my specific criteria. One advantage of having gone through so many devices is I have learned exactly what I want. So based on my criteria are there any mods that you feel meet them all.

18650 only
not telescopic
single tube preferred (ruling out the King, Chi You, etc...)
suitable for sub-ohm
stainless steel preferred (durability and longevity)
a simple and efficient switch (rules out Nemesis, Stingray, Electric Angel, etc)
simple to clean and maintain

that's about it. Any mechs you would recommend based on this? Thank you for any input.

 

[Kprthevapr]

Check out the knurled king. Its a single tube.

 

[Kprthevapr]

I misspoke lol. It does come apart in da middle. The vapelyfe set is a good one to check out. Lemme find a link

$27.89 Vapelyfe Styled Hybrid Mechanical Mod Kit (Full Set) - stainless steel / 22mm diameter at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping

 

[Bad Ninja]

Second on the Vapelyfe.
Solid 18650 tube, very basic recessed switch, has a normal topcap with adjustable positive pin, 20x1 tube threading so true hybrid 20x1 thread attys work, set includes a decent quad coil dripper.
I have the copper version and its a fantastic mod.

 

[sonicbomb]

SMPL clone in SS, as long as you are au fait with faux-hybrid connections.

 

[Kprthevapr]

This has been my daily driver for months now, one of the only mechs I use now

Got it from 3f, couldn't be happier with the quality of this mod

 

[havoc1967]

and a Timekeeper ordered...... thanks for all the advice guys. Have a great weekend.

 

[Ben85]

This has been my daily driver for months now, one of the only mechs I use now
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Got it from 3f, couldn't be happier with the quality of this mod

That is one good looking mod.

Think I need to try my derringer on my Optic...

 

[VHRB2014]

Sounds like you want a Ruby. I`m hitting my clone right now and it ticks all your box`s. The authentic is avail in stainless, but I would split the difference and go with brass IMHO.

And if I ever had to live with just one, it would be the Ruby in brass. Just a solid no nonsense chunk of vaping pleasure. Its about as bullet proof as you could ever get. Your supposed to load the batteries in upside down for the venting to function properly, so battery inspection and respect is mandatory.

Edit, I forgot to add it comes with a proprietary atomizer, LOL.

BOL.

 

[Ben85]

I really like my Ruby (clone). The only thing I don't like is how hard it is to clean the top contact.

 

[Bad Ninja]

Sounds like you want a Ruby. I`m hitting my clone right now and it ticks all your box`s. The authentic is avail in stainless, but I would split the difference and go with brass IMHO.

And if I ever had to live with just one, it would be the Ruby in brass. Just a solid no nonsense chunk of vaping pleasure. Its about as bullet proof as you could ever get. Your supposed to load the batteries in upside down for the venting to function properly, so battery inspection and respect is mandatory.

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BOL.

Why in the world anyone would design a mod with the battery reversed is beyond my comprehension.

There is absolutely no benefit only an increased risk of problems.

Beautiful device.. Horrible design.

 

[VHRB2014]

IDK, Why would people get on top of a big bomb and fly into space. Beats me. Even when they blow up and there is nothing left but dust there are still people who want to do it, SMH.

:?)

 

[Bad Ninja]

IDK, Why would people get on top of a big bomb and fly into space. Beats me. Even when they blow up and there is nothing left but dust there are still people who want to do it, SMH.

:?)

A better analogy would be strapping a chair to an armed missle and beating on it with a hammer just to fly across the state, when we have commercial flights running safely on the hour.

Its a foolish design, asking for trouble.
They should know better.

 

[VHRB2014]

Bad, everyone is entitled to their own opinion based on their own comfort level.
If you aint comfortable, no big deal.

I don`t have a problem with it. And I did`nt listen to those people who said 510 DTB hybrids were foolish either. :?)

 

[sawlight]

Ihybrid, don't have to worry about voltage loss or silly 510 pins sticking out enough!
I really need to dig mine out and play with it again.
That's as basic as you can get!

 

[Bad Ninja]

Bad, everyone is entitled to their own opinion based on their own comfort level.
If you aint comfortable, no big deal.

I don`t have a problem with it. And I did`nt listen to those people who said 510 DTB hybrids were foolish either. :?)

I simply ask what is the reason?
There is usually a reward for increasing risk.

There is zero logical reason to install the battery backwards.

Seriously increases risk, zero reward.
Its a foolish design to market to inexperienced vapers.

 

[BreSha6869]

The SMPL clone is amazing for $6-10 but a direct to battery connection.

GP Paps mods are incredible but pricy. Gus are also great but fairly pricy. Both have amazing switches and come in a 18650 only config.

I have all 3 and use them almost daily. No stupid rice pins or easy to stick locking mchanisms.

 

[VHRB2014]

I simply ask what is the reason?
There is usually a reward for increasing risk.

There is zero logical reason to install the battery backwards.

Seriously increases risk, zero reward.
Its a foolish design to market to inexperienced vapers.

Everything about mech vaping is a risk, a "manageable" risk. You have to know the issues and deal with them one at a time just like any other manageable risk in life.

Your whole risk scenario "REQUIRES" a ripped or broken wrapper. That is something that can be avoided fairly easily. If you are ripping them whilst installing them maybe mechs ar`nt for you. Mechs do require a deft hand, a careful hand, and a careful eye. Mechs do require experience. Marketing is marketing. There should be much higher standards in marketing, but (Raspberry) Lawyers are involved.

FWIW, there are a lot more mechs I believe designed to be run like this. The SMPL for one, the TVL, the SCNRDL. All have vent holes on the bottom.

WHY? Probably because it keeps the top of the mech clean and blemish free. The limitless has probably the best venting ever designed, and uses the battery in the standard position, but some wont like those holes and channels, and sometimes juice can get in the tube from these holes. That`s probably the simplest answer, aesthetics. How many choices do we make in life due to looks, LOL.

 

[Bad Ninja]

Everything about mech vaping is a risk, a "manageable" risk. You have to know the issues and deal with them one at a time just like any other manageable risk in life.

Your whole risk scenario "REQUIRES" a ripped or broken wrapper. That is something that can be avoided fairly easily. If you are ripping them whilst installing them maybe mechs ar`nt for you. Mechs do require a deft hand, a careful hand, and a careful eye. Mechs do require experience. Marketing is marketing. There should be much higher standards in marketing, but (Raspberry) Lawyers are involved.

FWIW, there are a lot more mechs I believe designed to be run like this. The SMPL for one, the TVL, the SCNRDL. All have vent holes on the bottom.

WHY? Probably because it keeps the top of the mech clean and blemish free. The limitless has probably the best venting ever designed, and uses the battery in the standard position, but some wont like those holes and channels, and sometimes juice can get in the tube from these holes. That`s probably the simplest answer, aesthetics. How many choices do we make in life due to looks, LOL.

So you flip your battery and sacrifice safety purely due to aesthetics of a hidden battery?

Thats it?
To whom does it look better?

In my experience thats not a sign of a good design.

And yeah maybe poorly designed mechs arent for me.

That said own about 90 mechanical mods, and Ive touched and repaired more mechanicals than most modders. But maybe you are right....what would I know about mechanicals?

 

[VHRB2014]

Naw, you just see the potential for error. That in and of itself is good, it means you can see it and if you decided to use it you would be aware of the potential issue`s and could be extra safe. That`s all. :?)

There`s a reason racing tires ar`nt allowed on the road, but people still use them, best analogy I can think of right now. Its not that they are inherently unsafe, its just that they may be unsafe in some situations.

That being said, I make my own insulators when needed, drip tips, done a few contacts out of copper and turned a couple of k24 caps (Iv been working on lathes since I was 15). And have yet to have a battery vent on me. But I don`t make a big deal out of it.

Best.