Cheap High Quality Bubbler
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prepare2deleuze
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That looks fantastic! Is that an 18mm joint?
How long does ying's shipping typically take?
In my experience, Yingmin5 seems to have the same build quality as sunshinestore glass (for the most part). CleanClearGlass seems to have the best build quality from what I've seen so far. And after handling 7 pieces from Steven, I can safely say that while his glass is thick and he produces some cool designs, his quality control is extremely insufficient. Shoddy welds, crooked bases, crooked percs, bent mouthpieces, etc.
That doesn't mean Steven's customer service isn't good, he (or Jane?) seems to take care of most everyone who isn't happy with their shipment (as long as you take pictures of the problem). But the build quality still isn't there. You're almost better off buying 2 or 3 copies of the piece up front just to ensure you get *one* that might work better than the other two.
weenstoned
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Ya I definitely agree about CCG having the best build quality. Hard for me to declare them the "best" vendor though as both purchases from them had problems. First purchase they sent me the wrong colour and the second purchase was broken yet still functional. I received replacements for both relatively quick and would definitely order from them again but still hard to call them the best.
pacifica333
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This. My FC-1000, as much as I love it, has a mouthpiece at an odd angle, pillars are not quite vertical, base isn't quite flat, 18mm joint isn't quite even. None of these issues affect function in any way, but when you are paying more than the other vendors on DHGate, it shouldn't really be an issue at all.
I've got CCG's Peyote Pillar copy on the way, and from their shots (along with their track record), it looks like it will be much more consistent in terms of quality. Should be here Monday - I'll post side by side shots.
Monsoon
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Yup 18mm joint. Good diffusion yet zero drag.
I forget how long it took last time, maybe within a couple weeks?
ConstanlyConcentrated
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When you talk about the different alloys and TI nails what is your source for the information on this or is it more an opinion? What I kind of find ironic is the total pro USA glass only people still have houses filled with Chinese products. Now they do have more regulation on some items but think about your glassware and plates. Are they safe because they are made in China? I wish there were more USA made products in general but they are tougher and tougher to find. Peoples houses, for the most part, would be nearly bare without imported goods. Just something I was thinking about the other day.
Hashsnob
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Give the left one a sherlock style mouth piece like the original 710, and you have a winner. Just keep it thick and with that same ringed tip. Two biggest complaints I've seen for the 710 was the thin blown out bottom and the male joint up top, this one addresses both those issues.
Not feeling the joint on the middle one, plus it looks like something Stevens guys could consistently mess up. Keep it simple.
The dp-mini (it's in the middle) prototype is complete! I think this one looks good, the only thing I've asked Jane to change is the mouthpiece. It should attach to the can higher up, like on the fc-mini.
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Give the left one a sherlock style mouth piece like the original 710, and you have a winner. Just keep it thick and with that same ringed tip. Two biggest complaints I've seen for the 710 was the thin blown out bottom and the male joint up top, this one addresses both those issues.
Not feeling the joint on the middle one, plus it looks like something Stevens guys could consistently mess up. Keep it simple.
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@Hashsnob
This piece is already in production, under the name "Rattle Can". I posted a water test back on page 750 of this thread.
A lot of people are interested in a pump piece with a bent neck style mouthpiece, so the next one will have that. The next pump piece was being called the dp-twist, and if you want to take at look, you can find sketches of it starting on page 51 of the custom glass ideas thread.
You will find the dp-twist (which will be called the Coil Can going forward) shares the body of the fc-201, and that it's even more anticipated than the Rattle Can piece. Also, there's already been extensive discussion about the joint placement of these pieces, which may be of interest to you.
This piece is already in production, under the name "Rattle Can". I posted a water test back on page 750 of this thread.
A lot of people are interested in a pump piece with a bent neck style mouthpiece, so the next one will have that. The next pump piece was being called the dp-twist, and if you want to take at look, you can find sketches of it starting on page 51 of the custom glass ideas thread.
You will find the dp-twist (which will be called the Coil Can going forward) shares the body of the fc-201, and that it's even more anticipated than the Rattle Can piece. Also, there's already been extensive discussion about the joint placement of these pieces, which may be of interest to you.
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Received My Straight Stack Hitman clone from Kathy0577. Looks exactly like the pictures on DHgate but doesn't function nearly as well as Hitman's on their IG page. It could be just as good with a couple minor tweaks but who knows if they even care. Still gives a nice clean diffused hit, just not as good as It could be.
Here is a water test of the Straight Stack
Here is a water test of the Straight Stack
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any one have a ball perc? mine will be arriving at my house in bout an 1.5 hours. Got it from a CO blown store. I will post pics as soon as it gets to me.
gaseous_clay
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Any word on Steven's Devastator clone? This is the one piece I'm thinking about getting now...
Frederick McGuire
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I've just contacted Steven asking about the progress of it, I'll update here once I get a response
I received word from Jane that the Rattle Can will have an 18mm female joint, not a 14mm as previously shown.
Also, if you're planning to buy from Steven, hold off for a day or two. Jane says it's the factory's 20 year celebration and there will be discounts for "FC friends" on or after the 15th.
Also, if you're planning to buy from Steven, hold off for a day or two. Jane says it's the factory's 20 year celebration and there will be discounts for "FC friends" on or after the 15th.
I really love mine with my eNano. Full it to just above the perc and it purrs really nicely.Just ordered a Fc-187 v2 from Steven and it says that it will ship within 10 days, so does that mean he doesn't have them in stock? Also, I'm stoked does anyone have any advice or anything to say about this piece? I can't wait
Vapetrees
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Thanks, does it stack well?
It took 2 weeks for them to ship my torus, so it's entirely possible. I received my 187 from the same order before the torus even shipped.Just ordered a Fc-187 v2 from Steven and it says that it will ship within 10 days, so does that mean he doesn't have them in stock? Also, I'm stoked does anyone have any advice or anything to say about this piece? I can't wait
violentz313
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oh shit looks like an ftk is coming!!
Vapetrees
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Thanks hopefully it will get here sooner than later.
pacifica333
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So my CCG Mini Pillar arrived yesterday. The box was absolutely smashed, thanks USPS. Luckily, CCG's top-notch bubble wrap job kept my piece safe.
First impressions: Wow. This looks WAY better than anything I've gotten from Steven. Glass is crystal clear, thick, consistent. No noticeable bubbles, the joints are WAY smoother, the base is actually flat, the mouthpiece is in line, the pillars are straight, and so is the joint. That said, the perc on this diffuses far less than the FC-1000 (which is what I wanted), and the pull is much smoother.
Comparison to the FC-1000:
I like the size on this mini pillar much better than the full-size FC-1000. That said, I don't have a FC-707 to compare it to. The piece is more than stable enough to support an enail, and strikes a great balance, IMO, between diffusion and flavor.
I'm recommending this to people over the FC-1000 now for anything other than combustion.
First impressions: Wow. This looks WAY better than anything I've gotten from Steven. Glass is crystal clear, thick, consistent. No noticeable bubbles, the joints are WAY smoother, the base is actually flat, the mouthpiece is in line, the pillars are straight, and so is the joint. That said, the perc on this diffuses far less than the FC-1000 (which is what I wanted), and the pull is much smoother.
Comparison to the FC-1000:
I like the size on this mini pillar much better than the full-size FC-1000. That said, I don't have a FC-707 to compare it to. The piece is more than stable enough to support an enail, and strikes a great balance, IMO, between diffusion and flavor.
I'm recommending this to people over the FC-1000 now for anything other than combustion.
Dangus
Yeah, well, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
New(?) torus from Kathy
http://www.dhgate.com/store/product/mothership-torus-twin-dk-brand-gass-bong/255390852.html
http://www.dhgate.com/store/product/mothership-torus-twin-dk-brand-gass-bong/255390852.html
pacifica333
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Looks a lot like Steven's first torus: http://www.dhgate.com/store/product/mothership-torus-twin-item-2015-new-height/236870032.html
Vapetrees
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That looks so clean! What will you use it for?So my CCG Mini Pillar arrived yesterday. The box was absolutely smashed, thanks USPS. Luckily, CCG's top-notch bubble wrap job kept my piece safe.
First impressions: Wow. This looks WAY better than anything I've gotten from Steven. Glass is crystal clear, thick, consistent. No noticeable bubbles, the joints are WAY smoother, the base is actually flat, the mouthpiece is in line, the pillars are straight, and so is the joint. That said, the perc on this diffuses far less than the FC-1000 (which is what I wanted), and the pull is much smoother.
Comparison to the FC-1000:
I like the size on this mini pillar much better than the full-size FC-1000. That said, I don't have a FC-707 to compare it to. The piece is more than stable enough to support an enail, and strikes a great balance, IMO, between diffusion and flavor.
I'm recommending this to people over the FC-1000 now for anything other than combustion.
Also, my order from Steven for the FC-187 v2 is on its way.
CrazyCannuck
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Looks like the 20 year anniversary "sale" has started on Steven's store. 5 to 10% off most of the FC pieces. Not sure if FC'ers will get any better deals.
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