What do you think the best mechanical mode is right now. Please factor in cost. I know i get what i pay for but i dont wanna pay $400 for a mod that a $100 mod can do just a bit less efficient. I already have the smok telescope and the EDZ Motar 5 but what are my other options. Im looking to get into sub ohms so i need a little help
Best Mechanical Mode??
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There are a number of mech mods under $100 that will light a sub ohm coil as good as any $180+ mod some even better.
IMO the craftsmanship and quality are worth more of my hard earned money.
I have been buying mech mods on just looks and design alone. I have yet to buy one that was not worth a crap.
I think it boils down to how much money do I want to waist. or is it really a waist (to you) to have great fit and finish??
I love my Poldiac, but I also love my Segelei!!!
IMO the craftsmanship and quality are worth more of my hard earned money.
I have been buying mech mods on just looks and design alone. I have yet to buy one that was not worth a crap.
I think it boils down to how much money do I want to waist. or is it really a waist (to you) to have great fit and finish??
I love my Poldiac, but I also love my Segelei!!!
Im personally a really big fan of the whole Zenesis 2 lineup.
The whole lineup is modular. Everything fits on everything.
You've got
Body Tubes-18350, 18490, 18650. Stainless, Gun Metal Nanocoat, Brass, Sapphire NanoCoat(soon to be released)
Small Tank Atomizer
Large Tank Atomizer
Carto Tank, will hold 35mm and 45mm cartos
510 Connector
So, you can have any mod you like. Want an 18650 Genny Hybrid? No prob. Want an 18650 Carto hybrid, so you can run with a kick and an 18490? No prob. How about an 18350 genny hybrid, but you want the big tank atty? No prob. How about an 18350 mech? See where Im going?
Everything fits on everything. AND, everything is pretty much always available, with the exception of the carto tanks/carto hybrids, those have been in high demand and sell out quickly. But otherwise, Zen and ElectronicStix have been doing a great job keeping everything in stock.
I purchased a gun metal Altus, and a DX350. Which is an 18650 big tank atty genny hybrid, and an 18350 mech. But, I can turn those into whatever combo I want.
I am totally loving my Altus. Its really a piece of art, and definitely my nicest device. I tend to only put my absolute favorite juices in it. And the 18350 mech is just as nice, and its seeing just as much use, mainly with my RDAs.
I definitely plan on purchasing some more Zenesis 2 pieces.
The whole lineup is modular. Everything fits on everything.
You've got
Body Tubes-18350, 18490, 18650. Stainless, Gun Metal Nanocoat, Brass, Sapphire NanoCoat(soon to be released)
Small Tank Atomizer
Large Tank Atomizer
Carto Tank, will hold 35mm and 45mm cartos
510 Connector
So, you can have any mod you like. Want an 18650 Genny Hybrid? No prob. Want an 18650 Carto hybrid, so you can run with a kick and an 18490? No prob. How about an 18350 genny hybrid, but you want the big tank atty? No prob. How about an 18350 mech? See where Im going?
Everything fits on everything. AND, everything is pretty much always available, with the exception of the carto tanks/carto hybrids, those have been in high demand and sell out quickly. But otherwise, Zen and ElectronicStix have been doing a great job keeping everything in stock.
I purchased a gun metal Altus, and a DX350. Which is an 18650 big tank atty genny hybrid, and an 18350 mech. But, I can turn those into whatever combo I want.
I am totally loving my Altus. Its really a piece of art, and definitely my nicest device. I tend to only put my absolute favorite juices in it. And the 18350 mech is just as nice, and its seeing just as much use, mainly with my RDAs.
I definitely plan on purchasing some more Zenesis 2 pieces.
In my opinion the most bang for the buck in a mod today by a long shot is the GP Paps 2.5 at about $140.
If you like the Zenesis 2 line you can get all the parts a little cheaper from Steam Monkey, I have mixed and matched my zenesis stuff with steam monkeys, didn't want to wait for the 650 tube to be restocked, I love my n-zonic 3 it's a very versatile telescopic mod, contacts need regular cleaning but that's minor
Sentinel clone brass its a cheap mod like 20 bucks but it is one of the best performing
Mods I have. It just works. M16 is looking nice too. Sentinel clone has a spring loaded
Floating top pin witch I think is a cool feature.
Mods I have. It just works. M16 is looking nice too. Sentinel clone has a spring loaded
Floating top pin witch I think is a cool feature.
my $16 sentinal m16 works just as good if not better then my friends surefire king mod thats ALOT more. Feels just as sturdy as well.
This is all subjective. I am very new and still learning myself. So, as long as we are talking about the best mods, what models fit into this analogy (if I have any of these out of order, speak up~):
Gold Lamborghini = Otto Carter Mods ($3K)
Aston Martin One = Caravela (I have heard these things go for upwards of $2K. While a significant portion of that value may be the rarity, I have to wear a bib while looking at pics of these. They are downright SEXY)
Buggati = Windrose, Senesis (exceptional quality, but you are probably going to have to get on a list to be able to get one)
Caddilac, Lexus = Zen, Odachi, Cobra, Nemesis, Reo (still dang good quality, but more readily available)
Honda = Smok, (good quality build, but your not going to cry when it gets that first ding)
Pinto, Gremlin = cheaply made mods
Gold Lamborghini = Otto Carter Mods ($3K)
Aston Martin One = Caravela (I have heard these things go for upwards of $2K. While a significant portion of that value may be the rarity, I have to wear a bib while looking at pics of these. They are downright SEXY)
Buggati = Windrose, Senesis (exceptional quality, but you are probably going to have to get on a list to be able to get one)
Caddilac, Lexus = Zen, Odachi, Cobra, Nemesis, Reo (still dang good quality, but more readily available)
Honda = Smok, (good quality build, but your not going to cry when it gets that first ding)
Pinto, Gremlin = cheaply made mods
Your Smok Telescope would be one of the best for sub-ohms if it's the chromed brass version.
The EHPro EA clone has as low a voltage drop as any of the $100+ mods, and the EHPro Nzonic clone performs well too, both sub-$60.
Not much need to splash cash unless you care so much about "I.P." that you'd rather overpay (vastly).
The EHPro EA clone has as low a voltage drop as any of the $100+ mods, and the EHPro Nzonic clone performs well too, both sub-$60.
Not much need to splash cash unless you care so much about "I.P." that you'd rather overpay (vastly).
I continue to marvel at the fascination with the Windrose...if you've owned one, you know why.
It's an OK mod for RRP, about a hundred bucks. But I don't think I'd pay $120.
They simply are not a good, let alone great mod. Wobbly button (VERY), really janky atty to battery connection, and VERY bad finishing on a lot of tubes. Bad enough that the modder had to offer free replacement tubes to any first batch (which we're still on, BTW) purchaser who requested them.
I understand that they are currently the Flavor of the Week (though again, I fail to understand why...), but I believe that most folks once they obtain one, will relegate it to a substantially lower tier. Don't trade off your unicorns for these folks, unless you desire disappointment in waves.
It's an OK mod for RRP, about a hundred bucks. But I don't think I'd pay $120.
They simply are not a good, let alone great mod. Wobbly button (VERY), really janky atty to battery connection, and VERY bad finishing on a lot of tubes. Bad enough that the modder had to offer free replacement tubes to any first batch (which we're still on, BTW) purchaser who requested them.
I understand that they are currently the Flavor of the Week (though again, I fail to understand why...), but I believe that most folks once they obtain one, will relegate it to a substantially lower tier. Don't trade off your unicorns for these folks, unless you desire disappointment in waves.
RRP? I have not held a Windrose, so I could not say what they are like in person. I have heard good things about Zens, and might actually have a shot at getting one soon. I have heard that they are very airy, which is not to my particular liking, but that can be attended to. From what I have heard, ready, and watched of Zen, he is the kind of guy whose business I would like to support.
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