TA3 on 3TM.
The 3TM is well made, very solid, heavy and feels nice in the hand. The air intake is nice to use. I like the look of it.
My previous stem was the metal vaphit-x stem. I was expecting a big difference in the cooling. To be honest its not a massive difference. It is better, but only just detectable. I guess they are quite similar, both thick chunky metal stems that use balls. Perhaps i was wrong to expect a big difference.
The TA3 is not held as tight as the vaphit stem. Sometimes when you try to unscrew the chamber the whole TA3 will turn, bowl and all.
Ryan gifted this stem to me, but if i had brought it i would say its worth the money. The way it feels and looks are its best features.
In summary i like this stem, but for me its not a love afair. Perhaps the 2ZM already has stole my heart.