most authentic e cig?

[madmary]

A opinion I have heard many times and perhaps a opinion I shared when I started.....also a opinion MOST will change amd later regret. Just a natural progression.....to be clear I said most!!

Um. I'm not sure what you are getting at. It's not an opinion that I really needed to tell myself I was still smoking whilst knowing I wasn't. I needed that to make the transition. Once I had got used to using an ecig I could then take the next step to having something that didn't look like a cigarette. I have found that step a bit harder precisely because what I vape doesn't make me think by looking at it that I'm going to have a "smoke". I therefore have smoked a couple more real cigarettes than I did when I was using my lookalike. I charged up my lookalike today to try to stop me from reaching for the cigarettes.

For me it's one step at a time. I need to think I'm smoking to stop actually smoking. Once I have stopped actually smoking and find I'm vaping I can then I can move on.

Not sure if this makes sense as I'm supremely tired tonight.

Mary

 

[unsure]

Um. I'm not sure what you are getting at. It's not an opinion that I really needed to tell myself I was still smoking whilst knowing I wasn't. I needed that to make the transition. Once I had got used to using an ecig I could then take the next step to having something that didn't look like a cigarette. I have found that step a bit harder precisely because what I vape doesn't make me think by looking at it that I'm going to have a "smoke". I therefore have smoked a couple more real cigarettes than I did when I was using my lookalike. I charged up my lookalike today to try to stop me from reaching for the cigarettes.

For me it's one step at a time. I need to think I'm smoking to stop actually smoking. Once I have stopped actually smoking and find I'm vaping I can then I can move on.

Not sure if this makes sense as I'm supremely tired tonight.

Mary

I had my last cigarette 2 years ago. The PV that ended that terrible addition was a simple short battery life 510 not a hi-end, $150 mod. That said what has kept me from relapsing was finding another PV more satisfying and then another and another till I had found what did satisfy me. My journey is not uncommon and those that find their perfect PV on a shorter journey well god bless them. Im willing to bet the hundreds and hundreds of dollars I spent to get to the place I am now that most vapors here do not have a or stay with a PV that looks exactly like a real cigarette.

 

[madmary]

I get the impression that lookalikes are not particularly recommended and I'm not recommending them either. I'm simply pointing out that there is a psychological factor at work.

Some of the enjoyment of food, or drink or ... smoking is the anticipation and that includes the visual stimulation. If something looks horrible you aren't likely to try to eat it, even if it might actually taste lovely.

If you see something that doesn't look like a cigarette you are less likely to reach for it when you can reach for a cigarette. My pen style ecig is marbled brown and I chose it because if I was going to have to move away from something that looked like a ciggie then I needed it to look inviting.

I'm not suggesting that people will or should stay with a lookalike, I'm suggesting that people shouldn't feel silly for choosing something that makes it easier for them to make the transition. The cost of the experiment is in my neck of the woods unlikely to be more expensive than continuing buying cigarettes or smoking them heavily.

Mary

 

[Shizzle]

as others mentioned, i'd definitely go with the Volt -- it is the same design as the Maxx Fusion, but less expensive. i'd also be sure to get a PCC, so that you can always have one charging when you're away from home.

 

[unsure]

I get the impression that lookalikes are not particularly recommended and I'm not recommending them either. I'm simply pointing out that there is a psychological factor at work.

Some of the enjoyment of food, or drink or ... smoking is the anticipation and that includes the visual stimulation. If something looks horrible you aren't likely to try to eat it, even if it might actually taste lovely.

If you see something that doesn't look like a cigarette you are less likely to reach for it when you can reach for a cigarette. My pen style ecig is marbled brown and I chose it because if I was going to have to move away from something that looked like a ciggie then I needed it to look inviting.

I'm not suggesting that people will or should stay with a lookalike, I'm suggesting that people shouldn't feel silly for choosing something that makes it easier for them to make the transition. The cost of the experiment is in my neck of the woods unlikely to be more expensive than continuing buying cigarettes or smoking them heavily.

Mary

I don't deny that there is a psychological factor at work...I think we only differ on its importance.

 

[Standpoint]

There are many people who stick with look-alikes. There is no reason that they should be less recommended. Sure, some others like eGos and mods may produce more flavor and vapor, but not always. Some people aren't really caring about more flavor or vapor, they just want a simple no hassle e-cig that works. These fit that bill nicely.

I recently got a volt, and found that it is replacing my eGo almost every day. It is a lot less hassle, and more discrete. The problem with eGos, mods, etc is that they often look like you are smoking something green and funky in them. I've had people at bars ask me for a hit, thinking something else. Work questioned me about the eGo, and were OK once explained, but they were ready to fire me on the spot for drug use on premesis at first.

I find the volt/KR808s to give better hits and vapor than my manual 510 kit, even with new atomizers. I highly recommend you get your brother to start with one of them.

 

[swedishfish]

Everyone is definitely different. As far as a mini goes I definitely prefer the 510 over a KR808.

 

[swedishfish]

I get the impression that lookalikes are not particularly recommended and I'm not recommending them either. I'm simply pointing out that there is a psychological factor at work.

Some of the enjoyment of food, or drink or ... smoking is the anticipation and that includes the visual stimulation. If something looks horrible you aren't likely to try to eat it, even if it might actually taste lovely.

If you see something that doesn't look like a cigarette you are less likely to reach for it when you can reach for a cigarette. My pen style ecig is marbled brown and I chose it because if I was going to have to move away from something that looked like a ciggie then I needed it to look inviting.

I'm not suggesting that people will or should stay with a lookalike, I'm suggesting that people shouldn't feel silly for choosing something that makes it easier for them to make the transition. The cost of the experiment is in my neck of the woods unlikely to be more expensive than continuing buying cigarettes or smoking them heavily.

Mary

It's not that they aren't recommended but many of us started with something small and want to point out the limitations to others so they won't get frustrated with vaping. Or those that don't have a huge disposable income and can't get kit after kit. You can get an ego for less than a mini. One you get an hour or two battery, one you get 8.

It also depends on the person. An occasional smoker might do fine. Someone with a 20-30 year habit that smokes a pack or two a day, it may frustrate them and they won't be able to quit.

I have a 510 and like it. My mom has a KR808 and likes that. There are great sold by registered vendors that I would recommend highly.

I just purchased a 510 kit for my nephew that he loves. $34.99 with a pcc.

https://www.ivape.net/shop/index.ph...category_id=5&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=54

As I said before, it's great to start with a mini but just don't spend a lot because you'll probably move on to something different quickly.

 

[shivan]

I did blu too! and i have to say i actually didn't mind the taste of the juice the cartos came with, the battery life just killed my vape : ( i'm thinking of getting a passthrough but don't know which one would work wit my laptop...any ideas?

 

[shivan]

thanks swedishfish for all the info it is much appreciated! i'll ask my brother to look into it and see which one he likes the look of. i got ripped when i bought mine, i just want to make sure he sticks with it ; )

 

[malyden]

I have had a hard time completely quitting analogs and have tried various models including mods. What is working the best for me at the moment is the Volt - which by the way totally surprised me because of it's size. It is comfortable to use and I love the vapor output. For a first time user and possibly anyone who like me has been struggling I would highly recommend the Smokeless Image Volt.
Here's the link to their thread on the forum: http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/e-cigarette-suppliers-forum/187974-official-smokelessimage-com-thread.html

 

[txtumbleweed]

Definately go with the Volt or similar model. They have a great auto battery and higher mah rating then the old cig style 510 batteries.

 

[sluz]

I have been using KR808D1s for 3 months now, it is kind of a pain refilling cartomizers, but it works for me. I guess if I had the opportunity to try another larger contraption, I would, but one of my purposes in quitting was to save money, so adding stuff is not going to help. I'm now saving money, though I've lost one battery and ordered another manual...

I sure would like to try something else though, but I can't see spending more money on something I can't be sure will be THAT much of an improvement. I do wish there was a brick & mortar shop where I could try something else. In any case, I'm not smoking, though I did smoke a pack when I left my charger somewhere last week, but I didn't like it at all.

Plus I need to play with my device. Those bulky two-handed looking things are just no fun to hold.

 

[swedishfish]

I have been using KR808D1s for 3 months now, it is kind of a pain refilling cartomizers, but it works for me. I guess if I had the opportunity to try another larger contraption, I would, but one of my purposes in quitting was to save money, so adding stuff is not going to help. I'm now saving money, though I've lost one battery and ordered another manual...

I sure would like to try something else though, but I can't see spending more money on something I can't be sure will be THAT much of an improvement. I do wish there was a brick & mortar shop where I could try something else. In any case, I'm not smoking, though I did smoke a pack when I left my charger somewhere last week, but I didn't like it at all.

Plus I need to play with my device. Those bulky two-handed looking things are just no fun to hold.

You can get mega cartomizers at Ikenvape that hold much more juice for your KR808.

IKV MEGA KR-808 Cartomizer STD

 

[txtumbleweed]

I have been using KR808D1s for 3 months now, it is kind of a pain refilling cartomizers, but it works for me. I guess if I had the opportunity to try another larger contraption, I would, but one of my purposes in quitting was to save money, so adding stuff is not going to help. I'm now saving money, though I've lost one battery and ordered another manual...

I sure would like to try something else though, but I can't see spending more money on something I can't be sure will be THAT much of an improvement. I do wish there was a brick & mortar shop where I could try something else. In any case, I'm not smoking, though I did smoke a pack when I left my charger somewhere last week, but I didn't like it at all.

Plus I need to play with my device. Those bulky two-handed looking things are just no fun to hold.

If you want a device that will last you all day i would suggest the new Echo 650 or 1300 automatic with 3 ml carto. They will last all day with out refilling or recharging. Your smaller 808 cartos will also work on them.
You can get a kit from D and B Gold for 45.00 with two 1300 mah batts five 3 ml cartos and a drip tip.
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...old-has-echo-e-cartomizers-4.html#post3466086

 

[Chinner]

Poor OP, you must be so confused...

Here's what I think. If you want a cigarette look a like, the volt/bloog is the only way to go. These guys with 300000 posts probably haven't tried an 808 since '98, and still talk about primer puffs and such nonsense, always seem to dump on the 808's. If you really think a mini 510 is better then a bloog or volt you probably haven't tried one yet.

Watch YouTube reviews, and don't let people bully you into buying an ego just because it's what most people started with. Get what works for you, and when cigarettes are behind you, then maybe consider getting a mod or fun toy.

Good luck op!

 

[bobsyeruncle]

Ego, Riva, e-Power, and Echo are good systems. They are closer to a cigar in size, but they're a good way to go. Really. Lots of people actually started on minis like: Joye 510, DSE 901, DSE 801, RN 4081, Gamucci DSE084, etc. Then they decided to move up to a bigger battery model.

You said battery life wasn't the most important thing. So: Volt, Bloog, HaloCigs, KR808D-1 are also solid choices in the cigarette-like category.

Just laying out your options. We're here to help.

 

[unsure]

Poor OP, you must be so confused...

Here's what I think. If you want a cigarette look a like, the volt/bloog is the only way to go. These guys with 300000 posts probably haven't tried an 808 sine '98, and still talk about primer puffs and such nonsense, always seem to dump on the 808's. If you really think a mini 510 is better then a bloog or volt you probably haven't tried one yet.

Watch YouTube reviews, and don't let people bully you into buying an ego just because it's what most people started with. Get what works for you, and when cigarettes are behind you, then maybe consider getting a mod or fun toy.

Good luck op!

I agree its been about that long since I used a penstyle PV even tho I don't have 3000000 posts. lol I'm not bullying anyone (not saying you were talking about me) Im just saying the PVs I see in some gas stations that have the cigarette filter looking cart/atty and white battery with glowing red led tip is a hunk of junk! People see that and think "cool" I can looking like Im smoking a real cigarette but really only vaping. Well not only are they junk they are over priced junk. When I started there was no such thing as a KR808D1....and from what I read they are very good. So its not Kd808Ds or Egos or RIvas that Im criticizing. Its what I already mentioned above.

Btw I won the Volt basic in their very first contest and never even opened it but it went to a friend who loves it.

 

[swedishfish]

Poor OP, you must be so confused...

Here's what I think. If you want a cigarette look a like, the volt/bloog is the only way to go. These guys with 300000 posts probably haven't tried an 808 sine '98, and still talk about primer puffs and such nonsense, always seem to dump on the 808's. If you really think a mini 510 is better then a bloog or volt you probably haven't tried one yet.

Watch YouTube reviews, and don't let people bully you into buying an ego just because it's what most people started with. Get what works for you, and when cigarettes are behind you, then maybe consider getting a mod or fun toy.

Good luck op!

eh. nevermind.

 

[unsure]

My last thought and post on this thread. PLease....PLEASE...don't worry about what other people will think if your using a PV that doesn't look like a cigarette.....who cares!!! Your not smoking...thats whats really important. If it looks to them like big ol' block of wood or a pipebomb or flashlight...who cares really. If it stops you from grabbing a cigarette and satifies you then that all that matters.