That it does (thanks).. I've got quite a weakness for SS stuff. I wonder if it looks that good in person.
Love the Vapor. Beast sale prices for.the black ones!
Little itty bitty mods under $100.
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That it does (thanks).. I've got quite a weakness for SS stuff. I wonder if it looks that good in person.
Love the Vapor. Beast sale prices for.the black ones!
I never would have thought about the weight increase due to platinum. I've been eyeing those because I wanted ss rather than the painted finish. Wonder why they did that?
The KBOX Mini "Platinum" is made out of stainless steel, though there was a bit of confusion, apparently, when it was first announced. SS is much heavier than the materials most of us are used to.
Right. I like new toys... And new technology, so I"ve been thoroughly enjoying trying all those new, fun, inexpensive box mods. The ones I have are all very good, knock on wood, but I realize that any of them may just refuse to cooperate at any given time. I factor this in.
I got my ProVari mini (V2.5) years ago, but it has aged. The interface is ridiculous, and the battery life in both regular and mini configurations is pathetic. I really don't use it much anymore. I prefer box mods. If/when the Vapocalypse happens, God forbid, I'll probably just get the Radius, but even the Radius is only as good as its circuit board... If that fails, and ProVape is no longer in business, the Radius is just as bad a choice as any $30 Chinese mod...
Only a true mech is FDA-proof, but I, just like you, don't even want to contemplate that option.
Hmmm...... having said that, and being a woman, I have full rights to change my mind.
Because......
It is now precisely 26 days since I posted this:
I've arrived!
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Thank you, @DPLongo22 ......it!!
And thank you, @Kent C, for putting up with my Kbox mini shenanigans for all this time!
Oh, it's pretty! I was just trying to decide whether I wanted another black or a white mod.
Thanks for the picture! White it is! It will match my Prius!
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Hey...!
Why is everyone always making fun of my car.
Thank you, my friend. I had no idea it was so heavy. I hate heavy mods. Whew! I almost bought one...
Right. I like new toys... And new technology, so I"ve been thoroughly enjoying trying all those new, fun, inexpensive box mods. The ones I have are all very good, knock on wood, but I realize that any of them may just refuse to cooperate at any given time. I factor this in.
I got my ProVari mini (V2.5) years ago, but it has aged. The interface is ridiculous, and the battery life in both regular and mini configurations is pathetic. I really don't use it much anymore. I prefer box mods. If/when the Vapocalypse happens, God forbid, I'll probably just get the Radius, but even the Radius is only as good as its circuit board... If that fails, and ProVape is no longer in business, the Radius is just as bad a choice as any $30 Chinese mod...
Only a true mech is FDA-proof, but I, just like you, don't even want to contemplate that option.
And it's funny, but I MUCH prefer the old interface to the new one, and I DON'T want any mod that I need to connect to my computer. Keep it nice and simple for me, please.
I'm with you on the box mods, Katya, but for stockpiling, I just can't think of a better option than $80 old Provis (cheaper at some re-sellers), based on the way I vape.
Oh, it's pretty! I was just trying to decide whether I wanted another black or a white mod.
Thanks for the picture! White it is! It will match my Prius!
Matchy matchy works!!!
Hey...!
Why is everyone always making fun of my car.
Thank you, my friend. I had no idea it was so heavy. I hate heavy mods. Whew! I almost bought one...
No, NO - not making fun at all. I happen to like Prius owners.
I honestly didn't know the weight when I ordered it. It was later, when I realized it was stainless steel, that I began researching. When I realized it weighed as much as my dual-18490 EPM, I also realized that I might have been "hasty". Hasty vaper? Go figure!
And as @DavidOck knows, I already have ONE very heavy, stainless steel, little mod (Ola!). Now I'll have TWO...
Oh well. Such is life. We ARE vapers!
I just kind of assumed that it was painted that color, similar to the black and what ones.
And Felix Unger taught me about "Assuming", but I guess it didn't stick.
Me >
I agree, but I do have 3 mechs in the stash. But they'll be "regulated" until each of their Kicks die!
I have two of the Ola's, one in each hand helps me maintain my balance.
I agree, but I do have 3 mechs in the stash. But they'll be "regulated" until each of their Kicks die!
I have two of the Ola's, one in each hand helps me maintain my balance.
Hmmmm..... food, thought. Indeed.
You know, it occurred to me... While there is no doubt in my mind that Provaris are a gold standard for quality, Innokin has proven themselves a reasonably competent mod maker as well. In the style of the old Provis, for $40, there is the SVD v2; single 18350/18650 tube mod, 20W and an Evolv chipset. While there was a lot of moaning upon release that it was "only 20W", I have heard nothing but good things about them. Two for the cost of a Provi seems an interesting alternative for tootlers.
Mods : iTaste SVD2.0
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Those were quite nice, Alden. I actually did have one, and my son did too. If cost is an issue, I'd certainly give them a shot. Ours both had some of the issues that had plagued that particular model (sticking button, etc.), and the vape quality was a noticeable step down from a Provi, but I did like the mod a lot.
Now. that being said, the CFIV's are SPOT ON. Those things are as well made as anything in my arsenal right now. Like I said yesterday, if they had removable batteries, I'd be stocking up at these prices. But I don't want more internals that I need to worry about charging periodically. Dayum shame too.
MARVELOUS stuff, and I'm VERY impressed.
Amongst my arsenal, I have one SVD1 and two SVD2 mods.
Haven't had any issues with the buttons on the SVD2. Nice, sturdy and well made device.
My SVD1, now almost 3, did have the fire button lose it's "click", but other than no tactile or audio feedback, still performs as well as when it was new.
And yep, I'm not particularly interested in non-removeable battery devices anymore, no matter how well made! While the technical aspects of a battery swap are well within my skill set, hunting down the right one just isn't something I care to do. Not when swapping out an 18650 is so quick and easy - and available!
Haven't had any issues with the buttons on the SVD2. Nice, sturdy and well made device.
My SVD1, now almost 3, did have the fire button lose it's "click", but other than no tactile or audio feedback, still performs as well as when it was new.
And yep, I'm not particularly interested in non-removeable battery devices anymore, no matter how well made! While the technical aspects of a battery swap are well within my skill set, hunting down the right one just isn't something I care to do. Not when swapping out an 18650 is so quick and easy - and available!
Ours were both the 2's. They were nice - VERY cool looking.
My skill set involves looking around to find the best prices for replacements.
RIght. So long as there's no soldering involved...
I'm not there quite yet. Hope it will never come to this.
Ours were both the 2's. They were nice - VERY cool looking.
My skill set involves looking around to find the best prices for replacements.
Good to know what's within - and beyond! - personal capabilities! Less chance of getting a Darwin award
The SVD2 is probably the most comfortable to hold tube in my collection. Although the "antique" Tesla VV, the odd triangular profile one - comes close. Being as it's aluminum, really light. Have two of those as well, and they've been real workhorses for me. Good tootlers
Good to know what's within - and beyond! - personal capabilities! Less chance of getting a Darwin award
Good to know what's within - and beyond! - personal capabilities! Less chance of getting a Darwin award
The SVD2 is probably the most comfortable to hold tube in my collection. Although the "antique" Tesla VV, the odd triangular profile one - comes close. Being as it's aluminum, really light. Have two of those as well, and they've been real workhorses for me. Good tootlers
Similar, I've had 2 Zmax's in daily use for 3 years now and still going strong, "the poor man's provari". There's been a number of closeout sales bringing them down as low as $1O. One reason I'm such of fan is the ability to safely stack batteries and using unregulated it can supply 25w if desired. I usually don't need it, but the dual batteries <15W gives me 3 days vaping. There's nothing wrong with older gear.
I was never a fan of single button interface designs, so never went to a Zmax. Do know lots of people like them
In general, once electronics make it through an initial "burn in" period, they're all pretty reliable - if treated as electronic equipment!
In general, once electronics make it through an initial "burn in" period, they're all pretty reliable - if treated as electronic equipment!
I have 2 Zmaxs too. One I paid something like $50 for almost 3 years ago, my first VW mod. 2nd I paid $10 for earlier this year. Both are in the "for whatever happens" box, but I pull them out now and then to exercise them, and they keep on keeping on. I also have a mini, doing just fine.
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