Panzer from Fasttech opinions

[nexus3]

Hello,

I think of buying this Mech mod from fasttech:

$27.15 Panzer Style Mechanical Mod - 18650/18500/18350 at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping

Could you, share your opinions on this clone. What problems could i expect.

Thank you.

 

[Sarin]

I ordered the exact same one a few months ago, nothing bad to report other than it could do with an upgrade to a magnet switch. Made well, threads good etc.

 

[Bad Ninja]

Go to the product page on fast tech and click "discussions".
Read the threads about the product
There will be more information there than from the fast tech reviews.
Many reviews are from vapers who don't have any other gear so they will give inaccurate reviews.

I do this for every version of any product I am interested in on fast tech.
Do the research.
Works much better than asking here.

 

[VaPreis]

I have that Panzer clone. It performs well, has nice threading, the switch operates smoothly, and I like the reverse threaded lock ring.

Assuming that you already like the looks and heft of it (it is large and heavy), my only gripe with it is the 510 pin is not adjustable. I had to press the pin out and file out the delrin to get the center pin to float. Otherwise, nothing flush mounts on it.

 

[Smann245]

If you're willing to spend $30 on unknown fasttech panzer, spend a few more and get the Ehpro Panzer. Looked at one in local shop. Very, very nice materials and machining. Adjustable 510 pin and adjustable at bottom of battery as well.

 

[Froth]

If you're willing to spend $30 on unknown fasttech panzer, spend a few more and get the Ehpro Panzer. Looked at one in local shop. Very, very nice materials and machining. Adjustable 510 pin and adjustable at bottom of battery as well.

Fasttech gets a lot of their stuff from the same sorts of manufacturers as EHpro, Infiite, Hcigar, Etc... so buying from them you have just as good a chance to get some decent/nice stuff you just need to read the reviews and discussions.

I own a copper Panzer from FT and it's basically flawless, every section screws directly together with an authentic, even the lock ring. Have never had any issues from it since day 1.

With 275 reviews and a 4.7 out of 5 rating I wouldn't worry about that Panzer you linked at all, it's been thoroughly tested and reviewed it would seem.

 

[v1k1ng1001]

I ordered one and it should be here any day now. I needed a beater mech as I seem to find a way to trash all my mods.

I noticed that some of the recent panzers have been shipping with with the magnetic upgrade.

 

[v1k1ng1001]

Got mine this afternoon.

Upside: nice switch, performs well after some cleanup, beautiful threading and machining

Downsides: mine came w/out the magnetic switch and copper contact upgrades, imho it's ugly (stainless steel version), center pin needs some work to get atties to sit flush, lots of dead space between topcap and battery

It'll serve it's purpose as a beater that performs well but, as ugly as it is, I'd take a look at a telescoping mod like the logoless sentinel or even wait until angelcigs has them back in stock at much cheaper.

 

[nexus3]

Thanks fo rthe info, guys.

I expect my Panzer to be here in a few days, so i will update once that happens.

Regarding the looks, quite the opposite, i like it a lot, if your preffer other type of aestetics go for GUS Lord - it is gorgeous.

I dont expect the FT Clone to come with copper contacts nor magnets, but as far as i have seen the button of the chep aluminium Sentinel clone works great, besides the low price. The only dowside i expect is that the sentinel's button tend to unscrew (any suggestions) but that is not a huge problem.

Thanks again.

 

[Froth]

Thanks fo rthe info, guys.

I expect my Panzer to be here in a few days, so i will update once that happens.

Regarding the looks, quite the opposite, i like it a lot, if your preffer other type of aestetics go for GUS Lord - it is gorgeous.

I dont expect the FT Clone to come with copper contacts nor magnets, but as far as i have seen the button of the chep aluminium Sentinel clone works great, besides the low price. The only dowside i expect is that the sentinel's button tend to unscrew (any suggestions) but that is not a huge problem.

Thanks again.

My Fasttech Panzer button does have a tendency to unscrew now and again, but at the same time so did the authentic mod and it's a quick/easy fix.

 

[sinnersaint138]

I bought my Panzer in a vape shop locally and I'm not sure which clone it is, but after replacing the terrible switch spring I've loved it! The button did have a tendency to back out while in ny pocket. Ended up firing in my pocket when the locking ring and button, both unscrewed in my pocket. Found a heavier spring and it fixed it right up! I may have to try filing the delrin to get the pin to float. That's a great idea!