Vamo Authenticity

[ed101z]

Interested in getting a Vamo V2 or V3; but however, I don't want to fall for cheap prices and end up with a 'knock off'.
Does anyone know who actually makes Vamo? ...and where to get the legitimate product?

 

[Sarje]

Vamo is a Vamo, there are various versions floating around from diferent factories.
buy with confidence - get the stainless version preferably.

 

[shannannagans]

Just make sure that wherever you decide to get one that you check out the return policy just in case you're not satisfied. If you're looking for something genuine with the same general features (from what I understand) that you know whether you're getting the "right one," look into the iTaste SVD.

Good luck finding something that works for you!

 

[ed101z]

Thanks for the advice. I've read some stuff that Phil Busardo website (King of reviews). Out of ALL the ones he has had his hands on, he listed the Vamo as one of his favorite devices - along with the ProVari.

NOTE: I cannot list his website here because of the way it's named.

Both of his links about the Vamo point to this link -->http://www.smoktek.com/VAMO-Variable-Power-VV-APV-Rev2--Stainless_p_565.html

I think Phil got the device waaaaay back in time though when Smoktek may have been the only vender at the time of his video. Still doing research about VB, Fasttech, and Smoktek.

 

[Sarje]

The current SS ones from VB and Fasttech are EXACTLY the same (I have both). All brushed stainless with stainless buttons, hot spring and the dark screen - best version of Vamo so far.
The price is roughly the same from VB and Fasttech. Free shipping from FT though..

 

[kiwivap]

Thanks for the advice. I've read some stuff that Phil Busardo website (King of reviews). Out of ALL the ones he has had his hands on, he listed the Vamo as one of his favorite devices - along with the ProVari.

NOTE: I cannot list his website here because of the way it's named.

Both of his links about the Vamo point to this link -->VAMO Rev.2 Variable Power (adjustable wattage), Variable Voltage APV - Polished Stainless

I think Phil got the device waaaaay back in time though when Smoktek may have been the only vender at the time of his video. Still doing research about VB, Fasttech, and Smoktek.

No, Smoktek were not the only vendor. Health Cabin were selling them , and a few others. Smoktek were not the first vendor either. I've had my Vamo over 6 months now. I think my second one is over 6 months as well. I bought mine before Phil's review.
There isn't an "authentic" Vamo. Different factories now make them. The chips are the same in them - those are bought by the factories and put into the Vamos.
You really don't need to worry - you can buy one from Health Cabin - who also call it the Ego APV (original name) and the Bamboo. Or Fasttech, or a US vendor like Discount Vapers, or others.

 

[Thrasher]

got my first from health cabin in oct/nov when it was the ego apv they got 150 at a time and noone knew what it was.. got my second last month from fasttech both work fine the fasttech one actually has CE markings lol

 

[GetVaked]

+1 Stainless Steel.

Brass or Chrome threads tend to wear out after months of use

 

[kiwivap]

+1 Stainless Steel.

Brass or Chrome threads tend to wear out after months of use

Mine is chrome and threads are not worn. I don't force stuff or jam attachments on.

 

[kiwivap]

got my first from health cabin in oct/nov when it was the ego apv they got 150 at a time and noone knew what it was.. got my second last month from fasttech both work fine the fasttech one actually has CE markings lol

My second one from Health Cabin has CE markings on it. Got that around 7 months ago. Its there for the European market.

 

[goomok]

The Vamo is indeed a thumbs up! No offence to "provarians"! Lol!

 

[Ec!g]

If you end up deciding on the v3, just do your research and make sure that whichever vendor you go with (fasttech has been cleared) ISN'T offering the rainbowheaven version.
The rainbowheaven version seems to have an issue on power down. It apparently continues to fire on its own while shutting off.

 

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[classwife]

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don't start...

 

[Ec!g]

You can find the SS version HERE for a great price.