Ascent Vaporizer by Da Vinci (pre-sale thread)

[Krizzle]

I am wondering how the seller got pictures of the packaging though? Have we seen any official pic's from DV yet? I thought it was the packaging that was the delay? I would avoid that ebay seller personally

 

[NYC5IKH5jabi]

I am wondering how the seller got pictures of the packaging though? Have we seen any official pic's from DV yet? I thought it was the packaging that was the delay? I would avoid that ebay seller personally

Well it could have been leaked lol amazing how we are hanging on every word. I wonder how the response will be to this when it finally drops.

 

[Vaporito]

All you need to do is read the fine print on the ebay auction... here they are basically telling you, it's not in stock! It's the ol' when you go to complain, "well didn't you read the fine print"?

It reminds me of people that sold just the box for playstation, all you had to do is read the listing description in detail...

I'm not saying this is a scam, but it sure is a way for them to lock down orders and then ship them when they get them....

"PLEASE NOTE : eBay displays approximate item availability on top of each listing. Since we own and operate multiple stores on various platforms, these numbers may not be accurate. Please do not rely on Item Availability count on top of the listings. Although we carry all items we advertise and list here, we may be temporarily out of stock or backordered on some of the products that we sell. Please make sure to contact us in advance if your order is urgent and inquire about item availability BEFORE making a purchase. "

 

[V8pire]

I would only buy direct or from a authorized dealer. You want to make sure your warranty is valid etc. Also I would think the Ascent box will be smaller and more colorful right?
The box in the photo looks like its made with a copier.

 

[Tweek]

Looks like that ebay seller has a history of selling "backordered " items. Probably the case here...he/she will take your money and make you wait anyways.

Edit: Ooops, Vaporito already beat me to that point.

 

[Dreamerr]

I personally love the fact that they blame ebay for how much stock they have and when the item will get to you. How does ebay know how much stock you have. The seller must have to tell them at some point wouldn't you think? We must be really bored talking about every word on that silly posting.

 

[green2brown]

I contacted the eBay seller out of curiosity and was told they'd be shipping out by the end of the month. But I have the feeling they won't even have the Ascent in their possession by then, unless it's released in a week and they pre-registered for dozens before anyone else and chose to sell them at a loss... because, ya know, that's likely

 

[Shrike]

If they are not an authorized dealer...then you might be a bit foolish to order from them...could make your warranty worthless...caveat emptor...

 

[Davinci_vaporizer]

They grabbed the picture of the box from one of our distributors websites and then dropped in a photoshop pic from our site. Note- we've changed the box, this was a prototype from forever ago. VapoVape is not an authorized reseller, nor will they be. Funny to see how much drama they are stirring up...people on our FB are going kinda nuts over it. I bought one to see what would happen and my order was canceled lol.

I know it's a huge controversial issue, but once these ebay guys get their hands on a product, it kills retail sales as these guys have absolutely no overhead. Shops don't want to carry it because they can't make margins. No retail sales = no vaporizer business for us. Hardest part of this business to manage to be honest...everyone struggles with it.

On that note...all authorized retailers will have a unique number and authorized reseller badge on their site.

 

[green2brown]

They grabbed the picture of the box from one of our distributors websites and then dropped in a photoshop pic from our site. Note- we've changed the box, this was a prototype from forever ago. VapoVape is not an authorized reseller, nor will they be. Funny to see how much drama they are stirring up...people on our FB are going kinda nuts over it. I bought one to see what would happen and my order was canceled lol.

I know it's a huge controversial issue, but once these ebay guys get their hands on a product, it kills retail sales as these guys have absolutely no overhead. Shops don't want to carry it because they can't make margins. No retail sales = no vaporizer business for us. Hardest part of this business to manage to be honest...everyone struggles with it.

On that note...all authorized retailers will have a unique number and authorized reseller badge on their site.

All the drama just goes to show how excited everyone is for this vape . I mean, people are actually scouring the internet for sales of an unreleased product and then praying that their findings are legitimate.

I contacted them out of curiosity to see what kind of BS story they'd feed me and sure enough they fed me until I was full.

 

[V8pire]

so im number 260 and I hope that makes the cut. I wonder how many units they have for the launch? Does anyone know what a realistic number for a new vape release? 1000 or more?

 

[GanjaDude]

so im number 260 and I hope that makes the cut. I wonder how many units they have for the launch? Does anyone know what a realistic number for a new vape release? 1000 or more?

I hope so but doubt it based on the email they sent saying demand may exceed supply. That to me says we have more preorders then units good luck

 

[V8pire]

I hope so but doubt it based on the email they sent saying demand may exceed supply. That to me says we have more preorders then units good luck

I would hope they had at least 500 units though for preorder. With a launch they should have a decent amount I would assume. Pax sold out so im curious how many they had?

 

[GanjaDude]

I would hope they had at least 500 units though for preorder. With a launch they should have a decent amount I would assume. Pax sold out so im curious how many they had?

Yeah id love to hear this number 2

 

[Dreamerr]

I am number ONE lol....but have no idea where I am on the list cause nothing said and I don't bother companies.

Edit: Now Paka can erase all these nonsense posts including mine.

 

[V8pire]

Not bothering anyone. If a company has time to answer questions they will if not then no harm. Also no one said anything about bothering a company.

 

[nigel]

I would hope they had at least 500 units though for preorder. With a launch they should have a decent amount I would assume. Pax sold out so im curious how many they had?

From the email:
"Note that demand may exceed supply, so registrants will be notified in the order received"

Keep in mind that it cost people nothing to pre-reg. So a lot of those numbers are just not going to complete a sale (or might wait until there are reviews out first). But I think they are erring on the side of caution, regardless.

Also the rep did say that we were getting first crack at the with the remainder going to distribution. We could conceivably impact local headshop supply in the short term.

EDIT: Also, the pre-reg was open to ANYONE, not just FC members, so that also skews numbers.

 

[V8pire]

From the email:
"Note that demand may exceed supply, so registrants will be notified in the order received"

Keep in mind that it cost people nothing to pre-reg. So a lot of those numbers are just not going to complete a sale (or might wait until there are reviews out first). But I think they are erring on the side of caution, regardless.

Also the rep did say that we were getting first crack at the with the remainder going to distribution. We could conceivably impact local headshop supply in the short term.

That is true. I think alot of people might still buy one and sell it. I dont own anything by DaVinci yet but I dont think they would put out a bad product based on what I have seen and heard.

 

[Jimmy]

They said Im in the 600's... wouldnt they supply more than the pre registeraints because a lot of people wont event here about this vape till after its on the market with reviews. If i dont make the cut im wondering how long before it hits headshops or they restock.

 

[Dreamerr]

Exactly nigel and V8 I wasn't saying anything against you I was just saying I don't do stuff like that cause I consider it annoying but that is just my opinion. I know many do stuff like that. I just got a wall around my yard and had to wait for the gates which were partly put in today. The lady called me yesterday to tell me they were coming. It has been four weeks and I didn't call them once and she commented she appreciated that. It is just my nature if it is something that I know will just take a long time and has to be made. I also don't ask a lot of questions when I have people working for me cause this is what I want and I expect it to be done right without me having to micromanage which I am very capable of doing but don't like to since I find it stressful. So with the run on sentence I hope that explains that I am just different and am not judging you for doing it at all.

 

[V8pire]

Exactly nigel and V8 I wasn't saying anything against you I was just saying I don't do stuff like that cause I consider it annoying but that is just my opinion. I know many do stuff like that. I just got a wall around my yard and had to wait for the gates which were partly put in today. The lady called me yesterday to tell me they were coming. It has been four weeks and I didn't call them once and she commented she appreciated that. It is just my nature if it is something that I know will just take a long time and has to be made. I also don't ask a lot of questions when I have people working for me cause this is what I want and I expect it to be done right without me having to micromanage which I am very capable of doing but don't like to since I find it stressful. So with the run on sentence I hope that explains that I am just different and am not judging you for doing it at all.

I understand and take no offense but as for me and quite a few on here patience is virtue we wish dead. I do believe as a company though ,questions no matter how dumb should be answered. Thats what makes me want to buy from a company when they show me they care enough to answer.
I do need to relax more but thats what the ascent is gonna be for

 

[ascendedthoughts]

Did everyone who is preregistered and got an email, also get a note about the free gift in their email?
I'm wondering if every preregister is getting a free gift. If thats the case then it probebly wont be the glass bubbler attachment, which i was really hoping for.

So stoked to finally get my hands on this!

 

[nigel]

Did everyone who is preregistered and got an email, also get a note about the free gift in their email?
I'm wondering if every preregister is getting a free gift. If thats the case then it probebly wont be the glass bubbler attachment, which i was really hoping for.

You were given a choice as to which item you'd like to see (and where you heard about the Ascent).

It has been mentioned that there are plenty of give-aways, but not sure if that is plenty of EACH choice or plenty ACROSS all choices.

 

[11eleven11]

Apologies as this question might have been discussed, but I'm curious and didn't find the answer using the search feature. What are we supposing the (longterm) life on these lithium ion batteries will be like? Can anyone chime in on this or link me?

 

[Ralph6991]

I was just wondering if we do not receive the glass attachment when it'll be available to buy. Is it expected at the same time as the ascent is released?