Introduction
When these atties surfaced after what seemed like a long absence, they took off like a shot. So I wondered what was all the hype and fuss about, considering that many think that every new product is the Holy Grail. Not being a fan of low resistance perse, I overlooked them and waited to see the reviews. The veterans seemed to prefer the LR 510s over the 306 and that was enough for me to dismiss this atty as just another fad.
First impression
Boy was I wrong. I received a couple: 2Ohm and 3.5Ohm to give a whirl. Now I know what the fuss was all about. To some vapour production is more important, for others it is flavour. These attys deliver such a natural flavour is is hard to describe. Now I know what all the fuss was about and the hype can finally be dismissed.
From my information, these atties were fitted on a mini with cart, and although they were OK, folks moved on to bigger and better things. I gather someone re-discovered them and they took off once again.
Performance
I tested both attys LR and HV with Backwoods Brew Honey Flue. 18mg 80/20 PG/VG mix. This liquid was disappointing to me (2nd batch) it didn't have the same character that I had sampled. I then found out that it took a good long while to meld (2 months).
So I popped in the LR on my WeGo at 3.7V which gave me 6.8 watts, primed it as directed 6-7 drops activate twice, add 2 drops and vape on, refreshing with 2 drops as required. Ooooooooh baby was that a wonderful experience. The original taste I had sampled was back. It had returned somewhat on my other atties but not to the distinct crispness the 306 provided. I was blown away.
Wow I gotta try this at 5V. So I popped the 3.5 on the VV BeGo and set it for 5V, same liquid but this set up delivered 7.1 watts, just slightly higher than at 3.7V. But the vapour production oh my god. Flavour was the same but VP was insane.
One thing I did notice with these atties on my devices, the voltage only dropped 0.2 - 0.25V under fire.
Discussion
I have tried 'em all, 801, 901 and 510 and was always left flat. They are OK, but IMHO only mimick 5V, which is why they were introduced (LRs). But folks who have vaped at 5V have difficulty returning to 3.7V and LR, let alone 3.7V standard resistance. Combining the right atty/liquid with voltage is key for performance IMHO.
I find depending on my mood, depends what I vape at and with. These atties run a little hot, that is because of the short barrel they are enclosed in and the vaper is closer to the coil. Some enjoy this for those who don't make your own drip tip.
This YouTube - BlueprintDK's Channel video demonstrates how to go about it. I modified the procedure slightly, using 1/2 of cartridge and a 1 inch tube. This places the drip tip in the same spot as a 510. This thread from post #29 on discusses it: New HV and LR 306 atomizers from ikenvape.com
The drip tips currently on the market sit too close to the atty, this has also been discussed and reviewed. Some one came out with the "canon" drip tip and by observation this seems to put the vaper further away from the coil, similar to a 510 complete with DT.
Conclusion
These atties are not hype, they are indeed performers and I would highly recommend them to anyone who hasn't given them a whirl. You will be pleasantly surprised. I know I will be ordering some in both resistance in the near future, should I continue vaping.
As an extra bonus
these atties along with all Iken's atties (as far as I'm concerned come etched with: IKV LR and IKV HV. Now this is a nice feature that I hope will continue into the future as it definitely is better than labelling them. I further believe these would receive Goldielock's stamp of approval.
A long lost gem that has re-surfaced! Welcome back my friend 
When these atties surfaced after what seemed like a long absence, they took off like a shot. So I wondered what was all the hype and fuss about, considering that many think that every new product is the Holy Grail. Not being a fan of low resistance perse, I overlooked them and waited to see the reviews. The veterans seemed to prefer the LR 510s over the 306 and that was enough for me to dismiss this atty as just another fad.
First impression
Boy was I wrong. I received a couple: 2Ohm and 3.5Ohm to give a whirl. Now I know what the fuss was all about. To some vapour production is more important, for others it is flavour. These attys deliver such a natural flavour is is hard to describe. Now I know what all the fuss was about and the hype can finally be dismissed.
From my information, these atties were fitted on a mini with cart, and although they were OK, folks moved on to bigger and better things. I gather someone re-discovered them and they took off once again.
Performance
I tested both attys LR and HV with Backwoods Brew Honey Flue. 18mg 80/20 PG/VG mix. This liquid was disappointing to me (2nd batch) it didn't have the same character that I had sampled. I then found out that it took a good long while to meld (2 months).
So I popped in the LR on my WeGo at 3.7V which gave me 6.8 watts, primed it as directed 6-7 drops activate twice, add 2 drops and vape on, refreshing with 2 drops as required. Ooooooooh baby was that a wonderful experience. The original taste I had sampled was back. It had returned somewhat on my other atties but not to the distinct crispness the 306 provided. I was blown away.
Wow I gotta try this at 5V. So I popped the 3.5 on the VV BeGo and set it for 5V, same liquid but this set up delivered 7.1 watts, just slightly higher than at 3.7V. But the vapour production oh my god. Flavour was the same but VP was insane.
One thing I did notice with these atties on my devices, the voltage only dropped 0.2 - 0.25V under fire.
Discussion
I have tried 'em all, 801, 901 and 510 and was always left flat. They are OK, but IMHO only mimick 5V, which is why they were introduced (LRs). But folks who have vaped at 5V have difficulty returning to 3.7V and LR, let alone 3.7V standard resistance. Combining the right atty/liquid with voltage is key for performance IMHO.
I find depending on my mood, depends what I vape at and with. These atties run a little hot, that is because of the short barrel they are enclosed in and the vaper is closer to the coil. Some enjoy this for those who don't make your own drip tip.
This YouTube - BlueprintDK's Channel video demonstrates how to go about it. I modified the procedure slightly, using 1/2 of cartridge and a 1 inch tube. This places the drip tip in the same spot as a 510. This thread from post #29 on discusses it: New HV and LR 306 atomizers from ikenvape.com
The drip tips currently on the market sit too close to the atty, this has also been discussed and reviewed. Some one came out with the "canon" drip tip and by observation this seems to put the vaper further away from the coil, similar to a 510 complete with DT.
Conclusion
These atties are not hype, they are indeed performers and I would highly recommend them to anyone who hasn't given them a whirl. You will be pleasantly surprised. I know I will be ordering some in both resistance in the near future, should I continue vaping.
As an extra bonus
these atties along with all Iken's atties (as far as I'm concerned come etched with: IKV LR and IKV HV. Now this is a nice feature that I hope will continue into the future as it definitely is better than labelling them. I further believe these would receive Goldielock's stamp of approval.A long lost gem that has re-surfaced! Welcome back my friend
