poonman

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Don't blame your LHS, they probably don't even know that exotic wood LBs exist. They have never been available from anyone but Magic-Flight's official store.

I'm hoping their new WPW will be made available at my LHS .
I think they suggested that will happen , hopefully soon .
 
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adamster

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I found out that the item has the 3 month warranty and the seller gives an additional 3 months. So that is fair given the low price I paid. I am ecstatic with this LB, it is so much better than the iolite at least the classic one. I am using the native way and getting incredible production of vapor quality. Although I said I would get a diff vapo like the Arizer, not sure it's needed now. The main issue is its a bit awkward to use ( i heard a report on this on BB's bungallow podcast) the fellow said its very awkward to hold.
It's somewhat but not really so bad. it being so small is a real plus. Also the science of how it works is intriguing. It can be used indoors very easily. I bought the Iolite at the time about 3 years ago cuz most people were raving about it. its too bad i didn't hear much about the MFLB back then. And I heard how hard it is get the hang of? it's not hard at all, and I am not normally particularly handy at all.
 
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Vicki

Herbal Alchemist
I found out that the item has the 3 month warranty and the seller gives an additional 3 months. So that is fair given the low price I paid.

Whoever told you the LB only has a 3 month warranty lied to you. All LB's have a lifetime warranty provided by the manufacturer.
 
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JeeSee

Cultured Curmudgeon
Adamster - There were a lot of people recommending I buy another vape as a first vape too - but maybe because I'd used vapes before (mostly the Iolite, which I'm not very fond of, and the Volcano), I went with my gut. I couldn't be happier, mostly because the learning curve is minimal if you're smart enough to log on to the internet (FC especially) and take the effort to read a little. With just the PA, this can transform into a desktop vape to hold you for as long as you like, and you are at the liberty to upgrade because you want to - not because you need to. Their service is extraordinary as well.
Personally I think maybe you should just send Magic-Flight a cursory email stating the number of your new box and when + where you bought it so that they know you're the owner - this is what they recommend.
Have fun with your new constant companion. :D
 
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I found out that the item has the 3 month warranty and the seller gives an additional 3 months. The main issue is its a bit awkward to use ( i heard a report on this on BB's bungallow podcast) the fellow said its very awkward to hold.
It's somewhat but not really so bad.
All MFLBs have a lifetime warranty.
I am interested you say it can be awkward to use. I am left handed and hold the box differently to a right handed, I need to hold the battery in with a finger where as a right hander would hold the battery in with their palm, to me it would seem easier ans stealthier to be able to hold it As a right hander. I have tried to use it right handed but I just naturally feel more comfortable using it left handed and had to find my own way of doing it.
 
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All MFLBs have a lifetime warranty.
I am interested you say it can be awkward to use. I am left handed and hold the box differently to a right handed, I need to hold the battery in with a finger where as a right hander would hold the battery in with their palm, to me it would seem easier ans stealthier to be able to hold it As a right hander. I have tried to use it right handed but I just naturally feel more comfortable using it left handed and had to find my own way of doing it.

Wow , I never thought about that .
I'm sure this suggestion must have been raised before .
LB for left-handed users ....

I also use it left handed most of the time , I can switch when my left hand gets tired .
And using a finger to hold in the PA button is a bit easier for me .

BTW ....SNOW !!!!
Stay safe and have your batteries fully charged :)
 

skippy

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Wow , I never thought about that .
I'm sure this suggestion must have been raised before .
LB for left-handed users ....

I also use it left handed most of the time , I can switch when my left hand gets tired .
And using a finger to hold in the PA button is a bit easier for me .

BTW ....SNOW !!!!
Stay safe and have your batteries fully charged :)
I like the MFLB so much I even have a spare unused one just in case my current one fails. That said, if MFLB created a left handed version I would buy two of those as well, it would definitely be stealthier, as holding the battery in with a finger makes you hold the box in a manner that exposes it and is not as easy to conceal.
 

nopartofme

Over the falls, in a barrel
I'm right handed, but when I have the box on a whip I hold it with my left hand, cradling it against my thumb and pressing the PA button with my index finger. This lets me use my right hand dexterity to tap the trench better while taking a hit, to shake the herbs around just right without sending material up and over the rails.
 

OF

Well-Known Member
I'm left-handed and I never really thought about any of this.

So was Sam Colt, which is why basically all revolvers are 'backwards' for right handers. The inventor made it load on Starboard, not Port.

I too use an 'overhand' grip. Palm down, battery pressed into the heal of the hand by pulling the box in with the fingers. Workable, but not ideal?

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Quetzalcoatl

DEADY GUERRERO/DIRT COBAIN/GEORGE KUSH
Lefties would seemingly naturally use the left hand, using their fingers on the battery. Right hand is easier because you can support your fingers on the length of the box, but may feel wrong/uncomfortable for lefties. More strain on 1 or 2 fingers :/
 
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JeeSee

Cultured Curmudgeon
Yeah, I press the battery in with my middle finger and (especially if I don't use the battery cap) it begins to hurt something awful. Btw, I've been meaning to ask - once I get my PA, I'll want to remove my pushback ring I think. How do you propose I do it?
 
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Quetzalcoatl

DEADY GUERRERO/DIRT COBAIN/GEORGE KUSH
Tooth pick? Tweezers? It's just in there secured by the slightly smaller diameter of the wood. Very easy to remove and put back in.
 
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pakalolo

Toolbag v1.1 (candidate)
Staff member
Yeah, I press the battery in with my middle finger and (especially if I don't use the battery cap) it begins to hurt something awful. Btw, I've been meaning to ask - once I get my PA, I'll want to remove my pushback ring I think. How do you propose I do it?

You don't need to remove the ring for the PA. It has a long nipple that allows contact even though the pushback ring is in place.
 

b0

Cloudy...
Hi guys, just a little question, the charger sold in US is compatible with 240v?
 
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HSIHP

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Just out of curiosity, how many of you guys have taken the rubber stopper out of the batterie hole? I took mine out right after I bought it (just over a year ago) and have been using it without ever since. I like that I can just put the batterie in, make a connection and leave it there till I'm done.
 
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Quetzalcoatl

DEADY GUERRERO/DIRT COBAIN/GEORGE KUSH
Hi guys, just a little question, the charger sold in US is compatible with 240v?
I can't answer your question with 100% certainty... but on the back of my white Magic Flight charger it states:


Class 2
Battery Charger
Model V-818
INPUT:
100-240V AC 50/60Hz 5.5w

At first glance it would seem so. My charger does not include the "grounding prong" and is only two prongs that are parallel and they're the same size. If anything you'd need a cheap (2-3EU/$3-4USD) adapter. I remember there was a problem early on when MF sold a bunch of units to someone in the UK and they decided to skip on the chargers and supply their own instead with the box. It worked but just barely (due to not using the 'better' batteries and cheaping out/not researching enough I would guess?) and lots of people hated it because of a bad experience.

Just out of curiosity, how many of you guys have taken the rubber stopper out of the batterie hole? I took mine out right after I bought it (just over a year ago) and have been using it without ever since. I like that I can just put the batterie in, make a connection and leave it there till I'm done.
I did until I forgot about taking it out and charred a load :ko:
 
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HighlyEducatedScholar

Student of Vapor
Just out of curiosity, how many of you guys have taken the rubber stopper out of the batterie hole? I took mine out right after I bought it (just over a year ago) and have been using it without ever since. I like that I can just put the batterie in, make a connection and leave it there till I'm done.

for normal home use, i keep the rubber stopper out. however, when i'm on the move out of the house i'll leave the rubber stopper in. i find i can get better quick stealthy hits while out in public if i don't have to worry about the battery making a constant connection while leaving it in the MFLB. another great trait about the LB, adaptability.
 

smatter

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Blech! Combustion. I wrecked my first trench showing off today, thinking i was going to blow a major cloud. I was micro-hitting way too slowly and got a cherry that smoldered for a minute. Total rookie maneuver. I did a clean cycle to burn off any residue. I just loaded up a fresh trench and can still smell smoke a little. How long can i expect it to linger?
 
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vii

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Blech! Combustion. I wrecked my first trench showing off today, thinking i was going to blow a major cloud. I was micro-hitting way too slowly and got a cherry that smoldered for a minute. Total rookie maneuver. I did a clean cycle to burn off any residue. I just loaded up a fresh trench and can still smell smoke a little. How long can i expect it to linger?
Proberly a few trenches. Keep doing a clean cycle. It happen to me once.
 

Quetzalcoatl

DEADY GUERRERO/DIRT COBAIN/GEORGE KUSH
within 3 trenches it'll be getting noticeably better, by a half dozen you probably won't notice it. happened to me more than once with two different units.
 

Anon404

New Member
Hi guys, just a little question, the charger sold in US is compatible with 240v?
Yes, it is compatible, I own one and it works in France.
Chances are you won't even need to get an adapter, as it will more likely be included in the LB packaging. At least that's what happened to me when I bought it from a local vendor, and that's what Magic Flight claims if you order from them :
International customers will receive a plug adapter suitable for using in their own country with each Launch Box Kit purchase.
 
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