Need help on deciding what mech mod to purchase.

[oDANo]

Budget is around $100, this will be my 2nd tube mech mod, so forgive me if my terminology is a bit off. Anyway my specifications are, but not limited to:

-22mm Diameter
-Copper/Silver Contacts
-Floating Contact Pin
-18650/18550/18350
-MINIMALISTIC (I like the idea of 4Nine and SMPL)
-Black/Copper
*Bonus if it's telescopic(not too worried about it though)

 

[oDANo]

bump10char

 

[aage]

I would just buy 2 or even 3 hcigar copper nemesis. You can get them down to 24usd a piece if you do a good deal on Ebay.

I have 3 of them and they are a very good quality mods.
What I like about them is that they are well made , the button is very good after you take it apart and gives it a little polish.
Very easy to adjust for whatever battery there is.
Hits really hard.

I would stay away from these mods if they have Magnetic switch. I have seen two magnetic switches fail because of overheating causing the magnets to loose its charge.

So I would recomend the old fashioned spring switch.

Just my 10cents.

 

[inswva]

Budget is around $100, this will be my 2nd tube mech mod, so forgive me if my terminology is a bit off. Anyway my specifications are, but not limited to:

-22mm Diameter
-Copper/Silver Contacts
-Floating Contact Pin
-18650/18550/18350
-MINIMALISTIC (I like the idea of 4Nine and SMPL)
-Black/Copper
*Bonus if it's telescopic(not too worried about it though)

Your inclusion of the 4Nine and SMPL don't jive with the floating 510. And, I'll make a recommendation which also won't tick all of your boxes... the telescopic Workhorse. It's SS but has palladium plated contacts. Authentic, within your budget constraints, and made in the USA. Unrivaled support as well. And, it's on sale for $69.99. Insane deal for an expertly machined mod.

Precise WorkHorse

edit: the standard 18650 tube Workhorse is on sale for $48.99. That is probably the *best* deal in vaping right now. Period.

 

[oDANo]

Your inclusion of the 4Nine and SMPL don't jive with the floating 510. And, I'll make a recommendation which also won't tick all of your boxes... the telescopic Workhorse. It's SS but has palladium plated contacts. Authentic, within your budget constraints, and made in the USA. Unrivaled support as well. And, it's on sale for $69.99. Insane deal for an expertly machined mod.

Precise WorkHorse

edit: the standard 18650 tube Workhorse is on sale for $48.99. That is probably the *best* deal in vaping right now. Period.

I've heard about them, had no idea they had a sale going on right now, thanks for the link! Do you have one yourself? It looks like a quality mod, can you explain what the different contacts mean? I've no idea what the difference is between copper contacts/palladium, etc

 

[snork]

I've heard about them, had no idea they had a sale going on right now, thanks for the link! Do you have one yourself? It looks like a quality mod, can you explain what the different contacts mean? I've no idea what the difference is between copper contacts/palladium, etc

The palladium plating act as a thin layer of non-corrosive/oxidative protectant. It does not enhance conductivity beyond the underlying brass, but makes a *world* of difference in maintenance. It's basically trouble free.

 

[granolaboy]

Just saw in another thread that authentic Paragon mods are on sale for $100. Black Friday thing.

Didn't mention where, but some quick googling found:

PARAGON V3 Mod | VaporEngine best source for Ecigs | VaporEngine.com

How's that for a sexy black mod?

 

[oDANo]

Just saw in another thread that authentic Paragon mods are on sale for $100. Black Friday thing.

Didn't mention where, but some quick googling found:

PARAGON V3 Mod | VaporEngine best source for Ecigs | VaporEngine.com

How's that for a sexy black mod?

sweet baby jesus.

 

[oDANo]

I'm not sure, this would be my 2nd mech tube mod, and I don't know if I really wanna fork out $100 for a paragon, especially since the Super T is telescopic and is cheaper and looks like it has some nice quality for the price. But that paragon looks sick, but only supports 18650, which is what I've only been using, I'm trying to look for reviews about the para v3, I've only read about v2

 

[inswva]

I've heard about them, had no idea they had a sale going on right now, thanks for the link! Do you have one yourself? It looks like a quality mod, can you explain what the different contacts mean? I've no idea what the difference is between copper contacts/palladium, etc

Yes, I have one... and would have more than one had I found the sale before blowing all my BF money. It's not my hardest hitting mod but it is perhaps my favorite. The quality is apparent when you hold it and fire it. Mine does have the upgraded HD switch spring. It fires low ohm builds with no problems. I love it.

I'm partial to recessed button, no lock ring, plain mods so the Workhorse is right up my alley. Here it is with a .25ohm Billow:

 

[oDANo]

That things a beaut, can't decide on that or the paragon v3, although I haven't really seen any reviews of both mods.

 

[politbureau]

Not sure if you're interested in clones, but the Infinite Stingray X can be had cheap, works in 18650/490/350 mode and is kickable (with an extra ring from Fasttech), has silver plated copper contacts, a magnetic switch (that can be further upgraded from Fat Daddy Vapes) and comes with a hybrid adapter, making it the second shortest mod I've ever seen. It's also 22mm and very minimalistic, less the cut-through engraving on the side.

I own the Stingray and a 4nine, and the Stingray has better voltage drop and a better switch, IMO.

You could also consider an XXIX if you don't mind losing the extra battery options. It has the best voltage drop I've ever tested, is 22mm and has a superb switch. Contacts are untreated copper, however.

Good luck!

 

[edyle]

Budget is around $100, this will be my 2nd tube mech mod, so forgive me if my terminology is a bit off. Anyway my specifications are, but not limited to:

-22mm Diameter
-Copper/Silver Contacts
-Floating Contact Pin
-18650/18550/18350
-MINIMALISTIC (I like the idea of 4Nine and SMPL)
-Black/Copper
*Bonus if it's telescopic(not too worried about it though)

What is your first mod?

Compatible threading among your mods might be a consideration when choosing another one.

My vamo, zmax and chiyou all use compatible m21x1 threading, which has had practical use for me.

 

[oDANo]

What is your first mod?

Compatible threading among your mods might be a consideration when choosing another one.

My vamo, zmax and chiyou all use compatible m21x1 threading, which has had practical use for me.

nothing good lol, a k100, I mainly use my REO Grand, but I'm kinda getting bored of the whole box mod thing

 

[oDANo]

Not sure if you're interested in clones, but the Infinite Stingray X can be had cheap, works in 18650/490/350 mode and is kickable (with an extra ring from Fasttech), has silver plated copper contacts, a magnetic switch (that can be further upgraded from Fat Daddy Vapes) and comes with a hybrid adapter, making it the second shortest mod I've ever seen. It's also 22mm and very minimalistic, less the cut-through engraving on the side.

I own the Stingray and a 4nine, and the Stingray has better voltage drop and a better switch, IMO.

You could also consider an XXIX if you don't mind losing the extra battery options. It has the best voltage drop I've ever tested, is 22mm and has a superb switch. Contacts are untreated copper, however.

Good luck!

I am interested in clones, I'd actually like to purchase a clone before I purchase the authentic. I would like one that is 1:1 with an authentic though. Personally I was looking at the SMPL, 4Nine, Paragon V3, Super T Telescopic. I could buy these as an authentic, but I'm just 50/50 on reviews that I'm reading, like the smpl is a single milled tube, so what happens if the 510 strips, the paragon v3 I see no reviews about, but it looks like a nice mod, Super T looks like good quality for the price, but again, I haven't seen any reviews on it. The stingray-x had good reviews, but I'm not really a fan of the design, I prefer either all black, or copper.

 

[politbureau]

I am interested in clones, I'd actually like to purchase a clone before I purchase the authentic. I would like one that is 1:1 with an authentic though. Personally I was looking at the SMPL, 4Nine, Paragon V3, Super T Telescopic. I could buy these as an authentic, but I'm just 50/50 on reviews that I'm reading, like the smpl is a single milled tube, so what happens if the 510 strips, the paragon v3 I see no reviews about, but it looks like a nice mod, Super T looks like good quality for the price, but again, I haven't seen any reviews on it. The stingray-x had good reviews, but I'm not really a fan of the design, I prefer either all black, or copper.

XXIX would be my choice. Best voltage drop and switch of any mod I've ever used (60+). Upgradeable with stronger magnets and comes with a hybrid adapter for flush fit.

 

[oDANo]

decided to go with a 4Nine by Infinite Clone, I like the sizing of it, and it had delrin to protect from shortages I hope, also snagged a Trident, IGO-W, and Quasar, hope they have an adjustable 510 center for the 4nine