Debating a Kayfun / Russian / KF Clone...

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Thanks for all the quick replies folks. Now all I've got to do is decide if I want a Kayfun or a Russian.

If you have the funds, go for a genuine Svoemesto KFL+, v2 if you can find it. My local B&M had it, so I looked it over and it looked like a great improvement over previous designs. I didn't get it since they wanted like $160 for it. I have a Kebo Russian 91%, the first version, and it is fantastic! My favorite atomizer I've ever used, even complared to dual coil drippers or the aqua. If going with the Russian, stay away from the new ones with the spring loaded center pin, they are having a world of problems with fluctuating resistances, fatdaddyvapes.com has a rebuild kit for it with the adjustable 510 pin though, but that's another $8-$10 that you shouldn't have to spend on a $100 atomizer.

As far as mass produced clones, get a KFL+ or 91% or "black edition" from Tobeco or EHpro, they seem to have the best rep. and quality around.
 

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If you have the funds, go for a genuine Svoemesto KFL+, v2 if you can find it. My local B&M had it, so I looked it over and it looked like a great improvement over previous designs. I didn't get it since they wanted like $160 for it.
Seriously? They're $99 from Vaperev.com when they have 'em in stock, which I can attest they do, at least occasionally, 'cause I've bought two from them, one in late in Feb, and a second one earlier this month.
 

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Seriously? They're $99 from Vaperev.com when they have 'em in stock, which I can attest they do, at least occasionally, 'cause I've bought two from them, one in late in Feb, and a second one earlier this month.

I know, exactly why I didn't buy it. It seems like everytime Vaperev has it in stock, I either don't have the funds, or my Ipad doesn't want to load up their webpage right. Anyways, I have enough atomizers to keep me happy and tinkering right now, I just need a Penelope V3 for my VaporShark and all will be good with the world. I have a Black Tobeco KFL+ on order to go on my Black Stingray, can't wait for that one to come in!
 

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I know, exactly why I didn't buy it. It seems like everytime Vaperev has it in stock, I either don't have the funds, or my Ipad doesn't want to load up their webpage right. Anyways, I have enough atomizers to keep me happy and tinkering right now, I just need a Penelope V3 for my VaporShark and all will be good with the world. I have a Black Tobeco KFL+ on order to go on my Black Stingray, can't wait for that one to come in!

So hold on, Apple products now prevent you from buying non-Apple products? Jesus...
 

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So hold on, Apple products now prevent you from buying non-Apple products? Jesus...

To be fair, my work PC doesn't load their web page properly either, outdated IE, but corporate controls that, so I can't fix it. No need to get ugly on technology preferences outside of vaping.
 

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Got the Svoemesto Kfl+, not sure if it's V1 or 2,but this thing is pretty awesome. Just ordered a beauty ring for my provari, because the little gap is driving me crazy... And the kfl likes to loosen itself in my pocket.

I've got a Penelope v1 and v3, and the build quality is comparable.

The major difference I've found is that the Penelope leaves a bit of juice in the 510 connector because that's where the air hole is. The kfl+ doesn't leave a drop in there.

Also, for some reason, the kfl+ gives a bit less muted flavor than Penelope.

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