This is a review of the Kaji Box mod.
Normally I like to do an initial impression straight out of the box, but as I was asked to test this mod and provide input, I opted to skip the initial review. So I may not have the manic ranting that comes from being completely excited as I usually am after opening a new shiny
**Prologue**
I have no technical prowess, no concept of physics, math, or electronics. I am a guy that likes to vape. To my knowledge, I have never owned a PV that I hate. Each has its own personality and style.... Kaji has a nice intro to his mod with some pics and stats that may be of interest: http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...rum/96573-r-r-manufacturing-introduction.html
I used some of Kaji's pictures as they are far superior to my iphone, and he did a good job of getting all the goodies out there for us to see.
Kaji Box Mod
Welcome to R&R Manufacturing - Handcrafted Battery Box Mods
The Good
This mod is a much smaller and lighter wooden box mod than I initially expected. My first thought was "I thought this was an AFS box mod! Where's the AFS?!" But its in there... Kaji has done a great job of utilizing space and keeping the Kaji Box Mod a tight, solid attractive unit.
The model he sent me was the Yellowheart with Paduk ends. And I'm glad he did. It is beautiful wood, with a solid durable finish. I initially worried about this mod being flimsy and worried about its durability as other box mods I had tested were thick solid heavy wood....
....But fear not space cadets! Make no mistake about it, this thing is solid. The paduk ends are fused onto a solid piece of channeled wood with a high tensile 2p10 wood glue that Kaji ensures me is rated at a whopping 4000 psi!
It has an attractive brass colored (on this model) AFS plunger and that wonderful quality switch also seen on the Phidius Woodimus and Reo box mods.. no point in reinventing the wheel there, but as I said before and will continue to say... where is the brass version?
The inside of this mod is as beautiful as the outside. Everytime I get to see one of these new box mods, the internal electronics just keep getting better and better. Kaji has done some great work here. The only wires you will see are between the switch and the atomizer. Probably no more than 1/4" total
Kaji has utilized brass rails instead of stretching wire around the perimeter of the mod. I asked Kaji about this, and he says this was done to preserve aesthetics and also makes repair a modular endeavor that is very easy.
The AFS feed is very effective, and clean. It utilizes a pin that allow the juice to feed directly into the atty and eliminates leakage. It can leak and flood, but it requires a bit more effort to do so than the other wooden box mods I've had experience with. Kaji gave me a nice little explanation when I asked him how it worked. I will add this as soon as I get permission to quote him here...stay tuned.
Egonomically this mod is superior to the other wooden box mods. Its lightweight and small size allow it to be a bit more confortable in smaller hands. It is also the first box mod that I feel completely comfortable throwing into my pocket and running out the door. It's so light you almost forget its there.
I tested this mod using an 18650 AW LiMn battery with a low resistance atomizer...I was in the butter zone. I did have trouble fitting the green ultrafire 16340s but the AW LiMn 123's fit fine. As usual it seems like these batteries always have a bit of inconsistency in size anyhow so your mileage may vary.
Kaji has given liberal use of magnets to secure the door and the batteries as well. Nothing shakes loose or falls out. As much as I am fan of the snus box sliding door, those things have nothing on Kaji's fully removable back. That thing isn't going anywhere.
The size, functionality and aesthetics of this mod are spot on. It has a very cool retro look to it. The Yellowheart/Paduk model looks like a piece of vintage furniture from the 50's-60's and I am in love with it. Very unique.
The Bad
The only hangup I have about this mod is really minor, and mostly a very microscopic quality of life issue.
The plunger that feeds the AFS in this mod lacks a certain "something". This is not a big deal, as it is a result of a specific design aspect. The feed button lacks a spring which allows it to utilize less space and fewer parts.
The resistance from the bottle acts as a spring and seems to utilize suction as the mechanism to advance the juice. This is okay, because it works great. In fact rather than "plunge plunge plunge" the action is more like "Plunge and hold" as you hold the button, the juice gradually feeds into the atty.
I have just become accostomed to the spring like feeling and this plunger seems a bit soft. This is a small trade off though, and if there is a learning curve to this mod, I think "getting a feel" for the plunger would be it.
This learning curve takes exactly 7.5 seconds.
I do worry about dropping this mod and having the feed pin break, but the atty is very secure in the adapter end. I think if you use enough force to bust off the pin, than you probably have used enough force to destroy your mod...
The Ugly
The only ugliness you will see is when your wife/spouse/singificant-insignigicant-other steals your mod.
This mod may become a source of tension in your relationship (Clyde can vouch for this, I'm sure).
I seem to have to use the feed button on this mod more than some of the other AFS mods, and this may be due to the pin-feed system. The trade off is that you get a much cleaner and more consistent feed... you just have to pump it a bit more often.
Other than that, I am really hard pressed to find anything else to complain about... it is a very well thought out mod.
Waffle sez:
This mod likes to go with me to a nice locals bar with live music. I can pull up a bar stool throw a few dollars in to a poker machine. It doesn't take up too much room, so I can keep it close without impinging on my beers personal space. The AFS allows me to be completely set-up almost eliminating the need to bring along accessories and adjuncts.
If I were to improve this mod, I'd have Kaji stick a sexy pinup girl on the back panel, thereby increasing my retro street-cred. I may have to buy another one just to meet this desire.
Summary:
Kaji's box mod is a solid, beautiful piece of work. The AFS is effective, and consistent. The size and weight are superior to other box mods. Kaji puts love and pride into each piece. The plunger doesn't have the "pop" that other box mods have, but makes up for it in simplicity and function without ignoring aesthetics.
This box is more conducive to portability than it's competitors, is aesthetically on par with it's competitors, and is priced fairly for the excellent quality.
If someone asked me to show them an example of a quality AFS box mod, this is the one that I would currently use... and thats a statement... because Kaji's competitors are worthy adversaries.
If you are looking to add to your collection, or are looking to buy a quality AFS mod, Kaji's box mod is a solid choice that won't leave you wanting.
Thanks for taking time to read this review, I hope you found it helpful.
Thanks to Kaji for giving me a chance to review this mod, and for the chance to see this mod develop on the ground level.
Thanks to all the modders out there that continually raise the bar, it's people like you that keep the world of vaping fresh and interesting. Vaping is freedom, and through innovation and education we can keep it alive.
Normally I like to do an initial impression straight out of the box, but as I was asked to test this mod and provide input, I opted to skip the initial review. So I may not have the manic ranting that comes from being completely excited as I usually am after opening a new shiny
**Prologue**
I have no technical prowess, no concept of physics, math, or electronics. I am a guy that likes to vape. To my knowledge, I have never owned a PV that I hate. Each has its own personality and style.... Kaji has a nice intro to his mod with some pics and stats that may be of interest: http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...rum/96573-r-r-manufacturing-introduction.html
I used some of Kaji's pictures as they are far superior to my iphone, and he did a good job of getting all the goodies out there for us to see.
Kaji Box Mod
Welcome to R&R Manufacturing - Handcrafted Battery Box Mods
The Good
This mod is a much smaller and lighter wooden box mod than I initially expected. My first thought was "I thought this was an AFS box mod! Where's the AFS?!" But its in there... Kaji has done a great job of utilizing space and keeping the Kaji Box Mod a tight, solid attractive unit.
The model he sent me was the Yellowheart with Paduk ends. And I'm glad he did. It is beautiful wood, with a solid durable finish. I initially worried about this mod being flimsy and worried about its durability as other box mods I had tested were thick solid heavy wood....
....But fear not space cadets! Make no mistake about it, this thing is solid. The paduk ends are fused onto a solid piece of channeled wood with a high tensile 2p10 wood glue that Kaji ensures me is rated at a whopping 4000 psi!
It has an attractive brass colored (on this model) AFS plunger and that wonderful quality switch also seen on the Phidius Woodimus and Reo box mods.. no point in reinventing the wheel there, but as I said before and will continue to say... where is the brass version?
The inside of this mod is as beautiful as the outside. Everytime I get to see one of these new box mods, the internal electronics just keep getting better and better. Kaji has done some great work here. The only wires you will see are between the switch and the atomizer. Probably no more than 1/4" total
Kaji has utilized brass rails instead of stretching wire around the perimeter of the mod. I asked Kaji about this, and he says this was done to preserve aesthetics and also makes repair a modular endeavor that is very easy.
The AFS feed is very effective, and clean. It utilizes a pin that allow the juice to feed directly into the atty and eliminates leakage. It can leak and flood, but it requires a bit more effort to do so than the other wooden box mods I've had experience with. Kaji gave me a nice little explanation when I asked him how it worked. I will add this as soon as I get permission to quote him here...stay tuned.
Egonomically this mod is superior to the other wooden box mods. Its lightweight and small size allow it to be a bit more confortable in smaller hands. It is also the first box mod that I feel completely comfortable throwing into my pocket and running out the door. It's so light you almost forget its there.
I tested this mod using an 18650 AW LiMn battery with a low resistance atomizer...I was in the butter zone. I did have trouble fitting the green ultrafire 16340s but the AW LiMn 123's fit fine. As usual it seems like these batteries always have a bit of inconsistency in size anyhow so your mileage may vary.
Kaji has given liberal use of magnets to secure the door and the batteries as well. Nothing shakes loose or falls out. As much as I am fan of the snus box sliding door, those things have nothing on Kaji's fully removable back. That thing isn't going anywhere.
The size, functionality and aesthetics of this mod are spot on. It has a very cool retro look to it. The Yellowheart/Paduk model looks like a piece of vintage furniture from the 50's-60's and I am in love with it. Very unique.
The Bad
The only hangup I have about this mod is really minor, and mostly a very microscopic quality of life issue.
The plunger that feeds the AFS in this mod lacks a certain "something". This is not a big deal, as it is a result of a specific design aspect. The feed button lacks a spring which allows it to utilize less space and fewer parts.
The resistance from the bottle acts as a spring and seems to utilize suction as the mechanism to advance the juice. This is okay, because it works great. In fact rather than "plunge plunge plunge" the action is more like "Plunge and hold" as you hold the button, the juice gradually feeds into the atty.
I have just become accostomed to the spring like feeling and this plunger seems a bit soft. This is a small trade off though, and if there is a learning curve to this mod, I think "getting a feel" for the plunger would be it.
This learning curve takes exactly 7.5 seconds.
I do worry about dropping this mod and having the feed pin break, but the atty is very secure in the adapter end. I think if you use enough force to bust off the pin, than you probably have used enough force to destroy your mod...
The Ugly
The only ugliness you will see is when your wife/spouse/singificant-insignigicant-other steals your mod.
This mod may become a source of tension in your relationship (Clyde can vouch for this, I'm sure).
I seem to have to use the feed button on this mod more than some of the other AFS mods, and this may be due to the pin-feed system. The trade off is that you get a much cleaner and more consistent feed... you just have to pump it a bit more often.
Other than that, I am really hard pressed to find anything else to complain about... it is a very well thought out mod.
This mod likes to go with me to a nice locals bar with live music. I can pull up a bar stool throw a few dollars in to a poker machine. It doesn't take up too much room, so I can keep it close without impinging on my beers personal space. The AFS allows me to be completely set-up almost eliminating the need to bring along accessories and adjuncts.
If I were to improve this mod, I'd have Kaji stick a sexy pinup girl on the back panel, thereby increasing my retro street-cred. I may have to buy another one just to meet this desire.
Summary:
Kaji's box mod is a solid, beautiful piece of work. The AFS is effective, and consistent. The size and weight are superior to other box mods. Kaji puts love and pride into each piece. The plunger doesn't have the "pop" that other box mods have, but makes up for it in simplicity and function without ignoring aesthetics.
This box is more conducive to portability than it's competitors, is aesthetically on par with it's competitors, and is priced fairly for the excellent quality.
If someone asked me to show them an example of a quality AFS box mod, this is the one that I would currently use... and thats a statement... because Kaji's competitors are worthy adversaries.
If you are looking to add to your collection, or are looking to buy a quality AFS mod, Kaji's box mod is a solid choice that won't leave you wanting.
Thanks for taking time to read this review, I hope you found it helpful.
Thanks to Kaji for giving me a chance to review this mod, and for the chance to see this mod develop on the ground level.
Thanks to all the modders out there that continually raise the bar, it's people like you that keep the world of vaping fresh and interesting. Vaping is freedom, and through innovation and education we can keep it alive.
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Gotta luv the wood and a feeding mod that works flawlessly time after time with no leaking or flooding. And, these are beautiful too! 
me a new mod. I have a question about the 5 volt option. Is there anything other than a regular atty or cartomizer that can be used at 5 volts? I didn't mention H.V. atty cause I figured what would be the point. I don't believe I could use a L.R. atty on 5 volts. So is this option a personal preference thing? some people just like 5 volts and only 5 volts. Any advantages? Just wondered if I might have missed a new development. Also curious as to why I couldn't have all 3 options in one box. Anyway this beautiful thing is almost exactly what I have been searching for in a mod. If it had a V.V. from 3.7 to 6 I wouldn't ask the better half, I'd just buy it!
