Cheap High Quality Bubbler

[syrupy]

Kathy Kathy Kathy, who is this Kathy? Has anyone seen her or a picture of this glass goddess?

Here's how I like to imagine her, out in nature, contemplating new designs.

@Ivape2much, nice score. With that girl laying on her charm, I half expected you to get overcharged.

I would love a StarWars themed piece. Maybe I'll start with some pins...

Honey Bee Trooper.

Dab City.

Princess Weed Fairy.




Edit: And who can resist Gizmo with an Enail?

 

[iVapeTooMuch]

@Ivape2much, nice score. With that girl laying on her charm, I half expected you to get overcharged.

I've been out of the glass game for almost a year due to legal problems, so I may have overpaid (I genuinely don't know), but I got $100 in prepaid visas basically for free so meh.
I did talk her down from $80 though

 

[cybrguy]

The other day I decided it was finally time to get a small bubbler for my Underdog. I went to a large headshop near my friend's workplace and there was this super hot girl working there who was hitting on my the entire time
It's HVY glass. It only cost me like $65

Yeah yeah yeah, nice glass, but where is the pic of the girl?

 

[syrupy]

@ivape2 Looks like it works, thick glass, heavy base.

I've been out of the glass game for almost a year due to legal problems, so I may have overpaid (I genuinely don't know), but I got $100 in prepaid visas basically for free so meh.
I did talk her down from $80 though

I steel myself against the fetching young sales ladies. For our thread here, anything less than $100 can be considered cheap. Most of the posts are for cheap chinese glass, but it's cool to see people getting decent deals in the LHS.

 

[iVapeTooMuch]

Yeah yeah yeah, nice glass, but where is the pic of the girl?

5'2" ish, blonde, 100 lbs, stomach piercing, arms tatted up, she was a 10 to me

@ivape2 Looks like it works, thick glass, heavy base.

I like it thick

 

[063_XOBX]

Honestly, if it's the $21 inline from SSS I wouldn't expect any better quality considering that's one of the cheapest pieces he has. But, I would love to see a video on how well the perc functions.

Wasn't expecting much when I got it but it reminded me of my old combusting piece, an 18" inline tube.

This was definitely sold cheap because it was made cheap, the nail sucks even by chi-nail standards, the dome is just a cut down downstem and there's no combustion bowl (not that I need it). With my domeless and carb cap it's significantly better.

 

[pigfoot]

My order from Sunshine is sorta dragging along it seems.Mercury be damned!

2014-07-01 08:30:00YIWU Posting 2014-07-01 12:50:54YIWU Despatch from Sorting Center 2014-07-01 19:54:30yiwuqingyanliulantouzhan Despatch from Sorting Center 2014-07-02 19:54:21HANGZHOU Arrival at Sorting Center 2014-07-03 02:20:18HANGZHOU Despatch from Sorting Center

Has anyone seen this piece in person and how was the quality?

http://m.dhgate.com/product/zy-gp2-glass-smoking-bubbler-pipe/192444447.html

Mercury is direct now, but the order was placed when retrograde

Trying to run my SSV tubing into it wouldnt achieve any sort of quality seal w/o some sortve modification Ive never seen I think. Thank you fkr warning me and I know I at "fuckxombustion" but I couldn't pass up this bub, even knowing it is for flame. I have a small double honeycomb and pinnacle knockoff coming for my vaping needs.which reminds me I need a solo gong w that amber purple drip that vaped n confused does.

This piece will only be used kn full moons and special occasions since those tentacle w swirl inside dont seem major durable.

Man, sure is pretty. I think we'll only see more of these worked pieces.

Kathy Kathy Kathy, who is this Kathy? Has anyone seen her or a picture of this glass goddess?

Here's how I like to imagine her, out in nature, contemplating new designs.

Here's a more likely version:

 

[jambandphan03]

got it... everything looks great with the exception of the male joint... it looks melted on the end and isn't flush, so I can't use my low-pro 10mm quartz male domeless nail which would have been a perfect match considering how close the joint is to the mouthpiece... bummer, so it seems only female nails will work for now. Other than that, it seems well made everywhere else, solid joints, braced mouthpiece, pretty even and symmetrical, even feels pretty sturdy as I have already knocked this one around twice with no issue. It functions really well, uses a 3 hole perc and with the right water level and gentle draw, very little splash back.

The quartz female nail I got is pretty tall, but seems ok with this piece. The Ti nail I got looks good and fits tight as well, and is a bit lower profile, but gets really hot. I have not tried it with the nail/dome yet, it came with 2 tiny glass nails and a flared top dome. I'd say it was "perfect" if not for the warped joint. too bad. It is a tiny little thing.

might want to check your volume, my audio is a bit boomy in this vid...

 

[063_XOBX]

got it... everything looks great with the exception of the male joint... it looks melted on the end and isn't flush, so I can't use my low-pro 10mm quartz male domeless nail which would have been a perfect match considering how close the joint is to the mouthpiece... bummer, so it seems only female nails will work for now. Other than that, it seems well made everywhere else, solid joints, braced mouthpiece, pretty even and symmetrical, even feels pretty sturdy as I have already knocked this one around twice with no issue. It functions really well, uses a 3 hole perc and with the right water level and gentle draw, very little splash back.

The quartz female nail I got is pretty tall, but seems ok with this piece. The Ti nail I got looks good and fits tight as well, and is a bit lower profile, but gets really hot. I have not tried it with the nail/dome yet, it came with 2 tiny glass nails and a flared top dome. I'd say it was "perfect" if not for the warped joint. too bad. It is a tiny little thing.

might want to check your volume, my audio is a bit boomy in this vid...

It's the inside of your joint that's warped isn't it? That seems to be what's wrong with my inline donut. Whoever made it must've realized and mangled the nail into a syringe. I was able to sort of correct it with a low-pro 18-14 reducer so maybe a 14-10 could save yours?

 

[llamaman001]

Just got my "roor" matrix bubbler in and I couldent be happier. Its a little smaller with a smaller neck and mouthpiece so Im getting a little splash but once the water gets more viscous it should be smooth sailing. I was very impresssed with the overall construction and quality of the glass for sure. Definitely worth 70 bucks shipped.

 

[jambandphan03]

It's the inside of your joint that's warped isn't it? That seems to be what's wrong with my inline donut. Whoever made it must've realized and mangled the nail into a syringe. I was able to sort of correct it with a low-pro 18-14 reducer so maybe a 14-10 could save yours?

I posted a photo, no, it's one entire side of the top edge that looks melted, and leaves a big gap if I set the male domeless in there. Oh well, I guess its to be expected for the price pioint. Nothing I have ordered has been flawless yet... I decided to dispute it, maybe they will send a replacement that isn't messed up.

 

[pigfoot]

got it... everything looks great with the exception of the male joint... it looks melted on the end and isn't flush, so I can't use my low-pro 10mm quartz male domeless nail which would have been a perfect match considering how close the joint is to the mouthpiece... bummer, so it seems only female nails will work for now. Other than that, it seems well made everywhere else, solid joints, braced mouthpiece, pretty even and symmetrical, even feels pretty sturdy as I have already knocked this one around twice with no issue. It functions really well, uses a 3 hole perc and with the right water level and gentle draw, very little splash back.

The quartz female nail I got is pretty tall, but seems ok with this piece. The Ti nail I got looks good and fits tight as well, and is a bit lower profile, but gets really hot. I have not tried it with the nail/dome yet, it came with 2 tiny glass nails and a flared top dome. I'd say it was "perfect" if not for the warped joint. too bad. It is a tiny little thing.

might want to check your volume, my audio is a bit boomy in this vid...

Thanks for the video, I always enjoy the music too Sorry to hear about the defect. My order from Yingmin5 had a chunk missing from the dome, and the nail seemed "melted", and missing part of the head.
He offered to give me a slight refund via paypal, but I haven't seen it yet. I think disputing yours is a good plan, it definitely reduces it function.

It's the inside of your joint that's warped isn't it? That seems to be what's wrong with my inline donut. Whoever made it must've realized and mangled the nail into a syringe. I was able to sort of correct it with a low-pro 18-14 reducer so maybe a 14-10 could save yours?

Her joint is 10mm.

I posted a photo, no, it's one entire side of the top edge that looks melted, and leaves a big gap if I set the male domeless in there. Oh well, I guess its to be expected for the price pioint. Nothing I have ordered has been flawless yet... I decided to dispute it, maybe they will send a replacement that isn't messed up.

That's what I would hope for, then you can gift that one.

 

[SSVUN~YAH]

http://www.dhgate.com/store/product/new-glass-ash-catch-with-percolator-14-4mm/194447475.html

Warning Avoid!!!


What a shame too bc it looks like a cool mini beaker with 16 slits of diffusion. Mine has the joints placed a bit awkward not quarter of the way apart and not opposite halfway apart. Somewhere in the middle of quarter and halfway and it makes it look strange. The biggest disappointment is the thickness. This is one problem that gave China glass a bad rep and this piece is in that category. I thought I almost broke it when applying a k clip. I certainly hope this discrepancy in thickness doesn't trend, bc who wants dinky glass even if it is under $17...

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[FlyingLow]

too bad... would you post a pic of your slits?

 

[iVapeTooMuch]

Here's a good pic

 

[Propaganja]

can someone tell me the best mini recyclers to get from kathy on dhgate please.. any input is appreciated.

 

[syrupy]

can someone tell me the best mini recyclers to get from kathy on dhgate please.. any input is appreciated.

There's lots of talk and reviews of the kathycyclers in the last 10-20 pages, that go over their good/bad points. Start there and come back with specific questions not covered.

 

[Delta3DStudios]

I'll say it again, thank you everyone for doing the legwork to find the best vendors!
I went to two LHS yesterday looking for a cheap ash catcher (Pictures to come later today @ataxian - you're not the only one using ash catchers and j-hooks!)

Anyway I saw a LOT of the glass from Kathy and Sunshine store in their shops. The one shop had the D020 listed for $155 and the D020-D listed for $165!!! The other shop had a few different pieces from Kathy including the layered cake mini rig, but didn't bother to ask the guy behind the counter - everyone at that one LHS think they know everything and that their glass is the best glass around (sorry, I'm not paying $30 for a 18 to 14mm reducer!)

 

[pigfoot]

can someone tell me the best mini recyclers to get from kathy on dhgate please.. any input is appreciated.

Mid size Kathy recyclers:
http://www.dhgate.com/store/product/new-small-bong-mini-water-pipe-pocket-glass/190892756.html


http://www.dhgate.com/store/product/new-small-bong-mini-water-pipe-pocket-glass/190893367.html


14mm is a good size for a nail, 3 hole diffy, MP back from face. 7" tall. Mine only vortexes a little if the water level is a certain height, which is higher than I like, because it makes more drag. But, it's an excellent splash guard, even with the hardest pull, zero water in the mouth. I have the first one, if I was going to replace it I might try the 2nd one, but the first is definitely a sold choice.

 

[syrupy]

Anyway I saw a LOT of the glass from Kathy and Sunshine store in their shops. The one shop had the D020 listed for $155 and the D020-D listed for $165!!! The other shop had a few different pieces from Kathy including the layered cake mini rig, but didn't bother to ask the guy behind the counter - everyone at that one LHS think they know everything and that their glass is the best glass around (sorry, I'm not paying $30 for a 18 to 14mm reducer!)

Wow that sounds like straight price-gouging. Even if they sold the D020 for $90 the profit is still huge. Makes me want to be a distributor to take that LHS down. Stand outside with flyers for my stock of $75 dollar D020s.

Then I'll be rich and can settle down with Kathy the way I....I mean, we planned.

 

[Dangus]

Today I got the GB 221 from Yingmin5. It arrived packed in bubble wrap only, maybe 7 layers? 9 days from China. So far so good. Got it unpacked, the top of the dome is uneven, with a chip on the bottom. The nail is only partially formed.

Don't care about the nail, but I might use the dome. I messaged him, using the "Dear friend" language that they like. I'm sure he'll replace it, but......the one I got has the MP angled more vertical than the pic, so it puts a nail right in front of one's nose.

The glass seems thick, the construction is good, no bubbles or obvious flaws. With the water just above the perc, it purrs nicely, I like the draw. However, even with a nail in place, a moderate draw results in a little bit of spray on the lips. Overall, not for me, I already passed it on.

Thanks for the review on this one @pigfoot

Bummer it's not what you/we were hoping for...looked pretty promising too!

Think I'm gonna pass on this one for now...thanks again for being first on jumping in

Cheers

 

[pigfoot]

Thanks for the review on this one @pigfoot

Bummer it's not what you/we were hoping for...looked pretty promising too!

Think I'm gonna pass on this one for now...thanks again for being first on jumping in

Cheers

Hey, no worries. Still got my Kathy recycler to tide me over till the double barrel gets here!

 

[ataxian]

Hey, no worries. Still got my Kathy recycler to tide me over till the double barrel gets here!

I keep going back to this setup!
Maybe because I'm lazy?

GIRL SCOUT COOKIES taste good with this cheap glass!
CANNABIS is the HOLY GRAIL!
Sorry!
I forgot what I was going to say/write?
Oh I remember!
The DOUBLE CHAMBERED water piece your getting.
I want that one!
Let us know how it works?

 

[PoopMachine]

My Sunshine Store order, which was 3 days after my Kathy order, is now in Chicago which is weird because Ive never had anything go through Chicago before. My Kathy order made it to New York today, one day after the Sunshine Store order. Either way, looks like Ill have new pieces by the weekend or Monday, depending on how long they sit in the sorting centers.

 

[joekar]

This looks interesting: http://www.dhgate.com/product/boros.../193024763.html?recinfo=1,1,3#cppd-3-5|null:1

Fits in with my skull motif..