Gripper Discussion

[fourthrok]

A friend gave me his VV Gripper...it's about 4 months +/- old, I think....in perfect condition. Battery door is fine and secure. 510 connection appears solid enough (don't know if it'd take much torquing down with someone being rough, though) Finish is still like new. Wouldn't really know it was "used" if I didn't happen to know the guy who gave it to me! lol! Anyway...I like it. A lot. I've read this thread, and am more than aware of the possible problems with this APV. I'm not that worried. I'm VERY gentle with all my equipment. I have vGos that are well over a year old that still work fine and look good. In the event my American Bulldog's tail sweeps this thing off a table onto the hardwood floor and toasts it, I think I'd still be inclined to want to get another one (especially since the price has gone down). I really like the ohm checker and the battery level checker. And I LOVE LOVE LOVE the form factor!!

I'm a little sick of tube mods. I really like the Gripper's shape and size (the 3.7 Gripper too.) I'd like box mods better if they didn't hurt my hand with the corners on them (I like the Gripper's rounded edges), and if the button could be placed up top like the Gripper's. I would like it if the VV Gripper was available in metal (with rubberized coating...or maybe anodized?), and if the battery door was a bit more secure (the connector, too). Other than those two points, the aesthetic design of the thing is excellent, and the performance (so far...after about a week with me and 4 months with my friend) is superb.

 

[CrudWalter]

Smoktech Groove,Buy Quality Smoktech Groove from Manufacturers and Suppliers on Alibaba.com

Minimum order is 100 Any retail outlets carrying this yet?

 

[Cool_Breeze]

Minimum order is 100 Any retail outlets carrying this yet?

$36 - $37.80 / Set

 

[kiwivap]

Minimum order is 100 Any retail outlets carrying this yet?

Don't think so. If it works well it is exactly what I want.

 

[txtumbleweed]

Minimum order is 100 Any retail outlets carrying this yet?

They tried to start a co-op but not enough people responded. Maybe someone else will start one soon.

 

[CrudWalter]

Don't think so. If it works well it is exactly what I want.

Ditto. Any guesses as to the initial price for a single unit? Which "bleeding edge" retail suppliers should one be keeping tabs on?

 

[DrApex]

I'd join a co-op for it.

Typed on my mobile. Please excuse typos.

 

[Boognish]

Ditto. Any guesses as to the initial price for a single unit? Which "bleeding edge" retail suppliers should one be keeping tabs on?

crystal clear vaping owner says he will have it hopefully this week in the $65 range

 

[CrudWalter]

I have started a new thread for the Groove. Hopefully, more info will appear as it becomes available

 

[DDD]

I have started a new thread for the Groove. Hopefully, more info will appear as it becomes available

Thanks. I think I will ditch this thread and join you there.

 

[fourthrok]

While some are jumping ship for the Groove ...I just wanted to step in a minute and say that the longer I've used my VV Gripper...the more addicted to it I'm becoming. The PCB apparently makes even low voltage PUMP massive vapor. I'm really impressed. So much so, I'm thinking of trying to get another one, maybe in silver. Being a girl, I do like to change up my colors some! haha! Couple of things that are "selling points" for me is 1.) The shape. Rounded. So comfortable to hold. And not another boring tube. 2.) Removable battery...and 18650. Don't need 2 batteries. I like simple. So far I've only found one battery in my arsenal that's too long for the VVG. 3.) The PCB on low voltage is great. I don't do high voltage so won't speak to that. 4.) Button on top. Much more intuitive to use for me. Less stress on my hand.

Did I mention I LOVE how it hits? My delivery system is a 6ml. carto tank with a single coil 2ohm. It's great on all my stuff, but on the VVG...it's awesome!

I figure if I just take a little care with it, it should last and work well a long long time. I treat the battery door gingerly (how much more effort is there to just take a bit of care and gentleness?) and the same goes for the connector. As for the finish..I have a little pouch that came with my humantoolz earbuds. Just the right size. Protects my "baby" from bumps and scrapes when carrying it in my purse or whatever. Plus I can tuck an extra cartomizer in there in case the one I'm using decides to crap out. I can even fit my little 15ml. needle bottle in there (snug, but it fits!)

I might look into the Groove, but honestly...not having the removable battery might be a deal breaker for me. That and the "sharper" looking edges. Not convinced whatever "benefits" it offers is worth the trade off.

Besides...with the Groove coming out, maybe the price will drop some more on the VVG, and I can get another one cheaper soon! That'd be GREAT!

 

[Koman]

I have started a new thread for the Groove. Hopefully, more info will appear as it becomes available

Link to that thread?

 

[CrudWalter]

Link to that thread?

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/variable-voltage-apv-discussion/369258-smoktech-groove-vv-vw-mod-just-vaporware.html

So far, not much action.

 

[jfoster1]

I bought a gripper back in august, it has done a pretty good job. I knew when I unboxed the thing it was made cheap. I bought a 3 year extended warranty, even covers for falls. Think it cost me 15.00 bucks. Well the battery door now does not shut good, the 510 connector is loose. It still vapes, but I think it is on its last leg. Think I am going to send it in and they will either fix it or send me a check. If they send me a check I got to use the thing since august for free. If they fix it I still have 2 and one half years worth of warranty left on it.

 

[Davestator]

Last analog on 12/12/12 when i was charging my first Halo and V2 Batteries. Like the 808 sticks for going out with teh pack for breaks and enjoyed the difference in V2 4.2 and the Halo G6 regulated 3.7 vapes.
Got the Gripper yesterday and today I still cannot leave my office as I am dialing in different juices and cart/tank combos with the VV.
Feels great in my hand (either).
Welcome to a new vaping experience...
I like!

 

[Zurd]

1.) The shape. Rounded. So comfortable to hold. And not another boring tube.

That just sums it up for me

I figure if I just take a little care with it, it should last and work well a long long time. I treat the battery door gingerly (how much more effort is there to just take a bit of care and gentleness?)

I did take great care of it, but it fell, it's an accident and accident do happens, still works tho and I got a backup!

I might look into the Groove, but honestly...not having the removable battery might be a deal breaker for me.

It is a deal breaker for me, haven't been convinced yet.

 

[CrudWalter]

It's certainly not a deal-breaker for me. A built-in battery solves the flimsy battery cover problem, and I really wouldn't mind giving up the constant battery swapping routine for a simple overnight USB plug-in charge. My real concern is the price of the unit and the build quality. Then, if the battery becomes the limiting factor, 3800mah should only require charging every 2 or 3 days. Even at a reasonable 400 charge cycles, it should easily last a couple of years. Long before that time, something better will surely be available and I will be more than ready for a new toy

 

[NICnurse]

I am with you crudwalter. I have a itaste MVP and never hesitated to purchase something with a permanent battery. I would also surmise that the ~400 charge cycles is when you run the unit completely dead and then recharge. I think you can get many more charges out of it if you plug it in nightly regardless of complete drain or not. At least that is what people are speculating over on the MVP thread. I agree that if it lasts me a year, well, it was well worth my money!

 

[Zurd]

Just a year? It's made of solid metal, could last a lifetime if you had 18650 batteries in it !

 

[akphotos]

My beloved Gripper stopped working the other day. So I took it apart and found the problem (I think). Here's a pic:


That one black wire is attached at the top but that's it. Any idea where the other end should be attached to?