Probably been discussed a million times, but.....

[Juggernaut666]

What's the general consensus on fast tech clones? I've bought from them in the past, but not mech mods or attys, I just ordered a handful of each mostly picked through reviews on their site and YouTube to make my choices and also based on what I was interested in. I'm just curious what you guys think..... thanks

 

[DancingHeretik]

Whatever mod or atty you want to know about, go ask for yourself here: http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/general-vaping-discussion/519401-fasttech-thread-all-fasttech-posts-part-2-a.html

 

[v1k1ng1001]

Read the reviews and discussions carefully and you should be fine. Just takes some effort to sort the lemons from the really good clones.

 

[Ron Grinberg]

Reviews and discussions the more the better

 

[Juggernaut666]

Cool, thanks. Was just kinda curious, I already ordered, so I guess I'll find out when it eventually arrives. ;-) thanks for the link.

 

[Joe13]

IMHO, with an authentic mech mod ($150+), there's a high expectation of quality and attention to detail. Limited production of these things also inflates the price via supply and demand. Many will be hoarded by collectors as pieces of art, and may never even be used for their intended purpose.

Not getting into the ethics of it, my first mech mod was from FT, a $25 SS Nemesis clone. While I could afford an authentic mod, I went the clone route to start off, because I'm still fairly new at this and I didn't want to ruin an expensive piece of art with all of the fiddling that I knew I'd be doing with it. The one I got had very good reviews, and after taking some 400 grit emory cloth to the switch mechanism, and trying a few different lubes, I'm pretty happy with the way it works.

Would a $180 mod would require less fiddling in the first place? Maybe, but I know myself enough to know that I'd still mess with it.

You didn't say exactly what you ordered. Some of the FT clones are better than others, and the reviews and discussions are a good indicator.

A typical new driver doesn't hit the road in a Bentley, right?

 

[schuff]

A few years years ago when it was simpler and people were pricing everything way to high in the states I would have said use fast tech. However, now that you can get infinite, tobeco, EhPro, hcigar etc in the U.S. All day for $15 to $40 I would never suggest fast tech. Why get a lower grade product with more shipping hassle for the same price.

 

[Spencer87]

I'm using only fasttech product. Atties are hit and miss, mechanical mods, got my Pegasus clone and love it so hard.

 

[v1k1ng1001]

Angelcigs will ship from the US but they are always out of everything. I expect they are being flooded with orders. There are a few nice clones there but if you see one, better snatch it up as it might be gone tomorrow.

 

[DoubleEwe]

I get all my vaping gear (aside from batteries, wire and juice) from Fasttech, Love it.

As others have said, just read all the reviews and the discussions before you buy and you should be fine. If you do get a dud then Fasttech are good at sorting it out (I hear).

Shipping time is the only bad thing about Fasttech, or the waiting for the product to be in stock.

 

[InTheShade]

Good advice already received.

I just wanted to add that often there will be multiple versions of the same clone. It's important to check the drop-down box on the right hand side. If there are more versions listed, select each one and read the reviews there as each one is listed as a separate SKU.

Often there will be a big difference in quality (and subsequent reviews) between the versions.

 

[zoiDman]

What's the general consensus on fast tech clones? I've bought from them in the past, but not mech mods or attys, I just ordered a handful of each mostly picked through reviews on their site and YouTube to make my choices and also based on what I was interested in. I'm just curious what you guys think..... thanks

I don't think there is a Blanket Answer for Fasttech Clones. Or Any Clone for that Matter.

Some Clones are Great. And you get the Same Functionality as the Genuine for Less Money. Some Clones have Very Questionable Quality Control. And are Not Worth the Shipping Cost (even with free Shipping).

You Kinda have to Evaluate each Clone on a Case By Case basis.

 

[Juggernaut666]

For my order, I kinda went abit crazy and ordered a bunch. LOL. I went through and looked at what was selling the most and had the best ratings, I ended up ordering 2 copper nemesis, 1 ss & copper stingray, 1 ss stingray, 1 AR clone, 1 Manhattan. 2 Kayfun, 1 Russian, 2 tobh, 1 sat22, 1 stillare.... now I'm really gassing for a provari. LOL

 

[zoiDman]

For my order, I kinda went abit crazy and ordered a bunch. LOL. I went through and looked at what was selling the most and had the best ratings, I ended up ordering 2 copper nemesis, 1 ss & copper stingray, 1 ss stingray, 1 AR clone, 1 Manhattan. 2 Kayfun, 1 Russian, 2 tobh, 1 sat22, 1 stillare.... now I'm really gassing for a provari. LOL

Damn Boy!

I need you to Put the Credit Card Down an Slowly Step Away from the Keyboard.

 

[Juggernaut666]

LOL, just wanted to try out several to see what works best for me, and with the slow shipping, didn't want to have to wait on multiple orders. all that plus some drip tips and a couple other odds and ends was just a little over $250. I spent more than that on the itaste 134 & 134 mini.

 

[zoiDman]

LOL, just wanted to try out several to see what works best for me, and with the slow shipping, didn't want to have to wait on multiple orders. all that plus some drip tips and a couple other odds and ends was just a little over $250. I spent more than that on the itaste 134 & 134 mini.

With All the Stuff you got, I'm sure you will find More than one thing that you like.

And $250 isn't all that Bad. Especially when I compare it to how much I spent on Cigarettes every month. And I got out of Cigarettes was a Bunch of Overflowing Ashtrays full of Butts. That and a Reduced Lung Capacity.

 

[Juggernaut666]

I'm actually very surprised, I've done very well at quitting, is only been a couple weeks, but it's the longest I've ever been able to, and I honestly don't miss it. I've had allot of fun researching mods, attys, & coils, etc.... it's kept my mind busy and not thinking about going back to cigs.

 

[zoiDman]

I'm actually very surprised, I've done very well at quitting, is only been a couple weeks, but it's the longest I've ever been able to, and I honestly don't miss it. I've had allot of fun researching mods, attys, & coils, etc.... it's kept my mind busy and not thinking about going back to cigs.

Way to Go Juggernaut666.

And Keep doing what your Doing.

 

[Juggernaut666]

Thanks man, I've tried numerous times to quit, longest I ever went was a couple days. It feels attainable now, I'm pleased with everything so far. Plus this is a fun hobby to get into and the community seems to be really nice. Thanks for the kind words.

 

[twgbonehead]

Yeah!

Just as an FYI, I found the reviews at FT to be mostly BS. Look at the discussions instead, that's where all the real info is.