OK people..I saw the beta version in person with our local distributor and of course I gave it a quick try. Of course it's a very well made piece (You can tell it's a Provari with your eyes closed..the heftiness, the weight, how it balances in your hand..simply beautiful) except for a few needed tweaks of which I witnessed one. The top cap is a bit tricky to use as the nut that ties your atty to the firing pin can easily get stuck to your atty. When I unscrewed my kayfun the nut came out with it. They are still testing it of course and I am sure they will come up with something.
The biggest challenge however IMO is the quality of vape. Simply put it's extremely difficult to improve what's already excellent. So for me there was nothing new when it comes to the quality of vape beyond what my 2.5 or my mini offer me. But again, to be honest I haven't tried it in full..meaning..I didn't get a chance to test the VW mode, which I prefer to the VV mode..and I wanted to have my first experience with the P3 to be what I think the Provari is made for: enjoying a decent vape. So I stayed at 4.2 volts, which is my sweet spot, and did not attempt to try it at 15 or 20 watts. I think I am psychologically conditioned to treat the Provari with respect!!!
But what does that mean for me? Will I buy it? I already have a Semovar, which also provides a great vape and can go up to 15 watts, and when I want to play I have my Stingray or the IPV 2 to play with. I will definitely consider getting a P3 if I have extra cash..but I will not actively seek it. Another rational option would be to sell my 2.5 and get it. Setting aside the fancy stuff, my first impression is that the difference between the 2.5 and the P3 when it comes to the bottom line (i.e. the vape quality) is not big enough to justify $250-$275 IMO. It is sufficient to justify selling my 2.5 and paying $100 - $120 on top to get a new toy. Of course I still haven't tried the VW mode, which IMO is better than the VV, so I may change my mind eventually.
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