Don't go to Southern Smoke in Arlington TX

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msrozz

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This is my experience with them. :mad:If I could give them zero (0) stars, I would! I bought an electronic cigarette from them...spent in excess of $100.00 for it alone, but also bought lots of other items to go with it. The cigarette stopped working within the first week. This happened in February 2010. I've been in contact with them by phone and in person every since. This last time I was there; a week ago June 2010. The person I was dealing with stated when we were first doing business that he was not the owner, but his brother was. In fact, he called him while I was there stating he wanted to make sure he could give me a discount based on all the stuff I was buying. (I regress) Anyway, this last time I was there, I asked again where was the cigarette he was replacing for me. He said that it hadn't come back from overseas (China) and that he had others that hadn't come back either. I asked him to replace it with another type. He said no and that he no longer used that supplier anymore. Well, if you don't use that supplier anymore why would they replace or help you??? He became beligerant, rude and obnoxious, and I told him I would like to speak to the owner. That's when he said he was the owner...another lie either at first or now? He does not stand behind anything they sell. Don't buy anything from them. I wasted over $100 for an electronic cigarette that does not work and they don't care. We don't need businesses like this in Arlington. Let's get rid of them! This kind of shadiness may work where he comes from, but not here!
 

Ghost Song

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is this a brick and mortar store you're talking about? are they devoted to all types of tobacco products and not just electronic cigarettes?

sorry for all your troubles. hope you end up buying a decent pv. there are some reputable vendors online with fair prices. ask around and you'll get a handful of recommendations.

good luck
 

Ourei

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Sorry to hear about your bad experience, I have a feeling that most brick-and-mortar sellers are pushing e-cigs at high prices, at least it seems that way in my area. I only hear about shopping mall kiosks selling low-quality e-cig kits at high prices, I would guess it's the same story in most US states.

At least you're a part of this forum now, so you can tap into its resources and find great online stores, and learn about all the different PV's :)
 
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mistinthewoods

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Hi msrozz. I'm very sorry that you had this kind of experience the first time. Many of us do though. I did. One of the benefits of this forum is that folks in here will try to steer you to good suppliers. It's a safe bet that if a supplier is selling a starter kit for $100 not only are they charging WAAAY too much but chances are that what they're selling is junk.
Here's a couple of reputable venders that sell quality starter kits for $35.00 to $45.00.
Cignot your Midwest Electronic Cigarette store. and http://www.madvapes.com/
 

Shortstuff116

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It's an absolute shame but there are hundreds (if not thousands) of instant e-cig salesmen in business selling starter kits and supplies at outrageous prices to unsuspecting customers. The worst part is that most of them don't have a clue what they are selling and many have never used an e-cig.

I make sure that every person that asks about my PV I tell them about ECF. I tell them that before they make any purchase (I always recommend cignot.com) to be sure and come to ECF and learn everything there is to know about e-cigs so they can make well-informed decisions before they make any purchases.

There is no doubt in my mind that if it wasn't for ECF I may have become too frustrated or disappointed and may have a cigarette in my mouth as I type right now instead of reaping the benefits of more than 7 months of smoke-free living.

Here's to a healthier future!

:toast:
 

Hellen A. Handbasket

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Many people start off with a mini (looks like a cigarette) from a mall kiosk or smoke shop. Most of the time, these are RN4081 or a DSE103 super mini. Unfortunately, these tobacco shop sellers usually know nothing about how to use them right nor where to buy good product in China and so don't provide customer service for them. Maybe you can post a new thread with pictures of it so people can help you figure out what model it is and help you find places for replacement parts to help you get some use out of it.

If you are looking to buy from people in your state check out this thread for some good info (and fellow Texas vapers, so you might want to join one of the Texas social groups too):

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...600-oh-crap-i-need-north-texas-retailers.html (located in the Northern Texas social group forum)

Social groups in Texas:
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/groups/north-texas-vapers.html

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/groups/tejas-vapin.html

You will need to join a social group before you can post. There are several different types of social groups available on ECF. All the social groups are listed here: Social Group Forums - E-Cigarette Forum
 
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