kr8 vs 510 size matters

[mystal]

I was reading away on a thread, now don't remember which one then my computer hiccupped just as I read something that sent up a red flag for me..
is the kr8 a lot bigger than the 510? Waiting on my kr8 but now worried. Better yet anyone got a picture of them side by side? One of the hardest things while shopping was being able to tell how big the different pvs were when pictured by themselves.

thanks

 

[milky]

The overall length using a 'regular' KR8 battery is just about the same as your average 510. The diameter of the KR8 is slightly larger, but only barely. It certainly wasn't enough to make a difference for me personally.

Edit: I think I recall reading at one point that a KR8 would be about the size of a 'king' analog, in regards to diameter. My initial reaction when reading this was a little disheartening, but once I got it, it really didn't bother me at all.

 

[mystal]

thanks, milky. I had gotten a free trial of a 510 and really liked the size/weight so was a bit concerned. Just know I don't want anything big and clunky. I want to be able to hold on to it most of the time like I do with analogs. (side benefit will be, no more emptying the keyboard when I empty the ashtrays, LOL)

 

[Guineahill]

mystal -

no more emptying the keyboard when I empty the ashtrays

I had forgotten about that!!! Ahhhh - the 'good old days!'

 

[mystal]

Yeah, I've trashed so many keyboards, hubby started buying them two at a time!

Got the kr8 today and size wise its not big and clunky so I'm happy with it (though I'd like a 510 from someone besides ritesmoke one of these days). Still trying to learn how to draw on the kr8 without choking myself!