Skyline M-6 Mechanical Mod Review

Hey everybody! Busy week. With finals coming up and a backlog of inventory, I'm happy to FINALLY bring you my Skyline M-6 review. I got this from Aaron at www.smokenmist.com and I've got to say, for 27.99, I can't think of a better mod on a budget. Let's get to it!

Let's start of with the manufacturer specifications 

Quick thread technology: Double Start Precision Threading
D4 Compliant lead free materials
Machined to aircraft grade standards
Laser etched design
24.34mm
Billet aluminum
Copper contacts
Magnetic button (fuhattan/manhattan design)
LOW voltage drop (4.17)

Okay. Let's just go over that one more time.

Precise, thoroughly machined threading? Copper contacts? Extra pins and insulator....for only 27.99?

YES! It's true!

For the low cost of 27.99, you can get a beast of a mod that lives up to expectations, and performs near identically to it's 275.00 counterpart.

Let's get down to what I dig about this mod.

- Construction

If my understanding of metals is correct, "Billet" aluminum is forged out of one piece of aluminum, not heated, cut, etc. The Skyline is touted as "aircraft grade" material, and while I am a little unsure of that, I must say it is definitely built solidly. The threads are magnificently smooth, and the "quick thread technology" is actually very intuitive. The switch and top cap lock into place with ease, threading faster, and with less resistance, than nearly all the mods in my collection. Another awesome thing about being all aluminum is that it is incredibly light weight. On the other hand, it is very thin - I would not say it is cheap, but it is deceptively so - I have dropped it and have yet to so much as scratch the paint or dent a thread (I am a notorious butter finger so I do not suggest dropping this based on my experience.)

Another interesting addition is the contoured middle part of the mod. It is ergonomically contoured to rest within your palm, for maximum comfort. It can look a bit obscure, but it is definitely a design choice that grows on you over time. I personally find it to be an incredibly sexy mod, despite the unique approach in it's design.

 


The skyline m6 features the "rare earth" magnetic button design we have seen on the manhattan, fuhattan, so on and so forth. It is said that it can never fail in the "on" position, but with clones, this is a flat out lie. It is not the skylines fault, it is just that ameravape clones in my experience do not perform nearly as well as the authentic. I have had a manhattan, fuhattan, and even this fire on their own - usually the pin unthreads from the switch, however if you make sure to properly tighten it, this problem should not happen again. This is sadly the only gripe I have with the mod - it's not that it constantly auto-fires, just that it can. That can be potentially dangerous. From owning the fuhattan I have found that tightening the screw and keeping your magnets and contact clean prevent this problem, so be sure to maintain the switch.

The skyline comes in two colors - black and purple. I have it in black, and I'm happy to say that the threads were not painted. The logo on the bottom of the switch is classic ameravape design, and the tube is almost engraved with the AV logo. Both are very well done.

- Voltage drop

Billet aluminum + copper contacts + copper contact pin = 4.17 voltage drop. This thing is without a doubt THE hardest hitting mod in my collection. I was skeptical when my buddy sent me a picture of a 4.19 reading, but I'll be damned if it wasn't true. This thing is an absolute monster of conductivity and remains a staple because of this.

- Packaging 

The skyline comes in an ameravape box, with extra center pins, insulators, and a contact. It was well packed, resting within a foam insert. Always good to know that your mod is travelling the country safely.

Overall, the Skyline is a well made, beautiful, hard hitting mod that can be had on a budget. I wish more mods of this caliber were available in a similarly priced bracket, as it is simply stunning to know that you can get such a great performing mod for half the cost of other clones. I would recommend this product to ANYBODY on the market for a new clone, or looking to add something hard hitting, attractive, and functional to their rotation.

As always, it is a pleasure working with www.smokenmist.com, and I urge you guys to stop by and take a look. He has very competitive prices, stocking the Aspire Atlantis at 29.99 (be sure to read my review) 

Thanks for stopping by, and I hope you enjoyed the review. Be sure to pick up a Skyline Mod in your choice of purple or black if you're looking for affordability, performance, and clouds. Thanks!

Hcigar Stingray

I'd like to share my thoughts on what is, in my opinion, an incredibly well made mech mod clone by Hcigar. I'd like to avoid the semantics surrounding clones vs authentic. I do not inherently condone plagarisim, but I do respect the need to budget, and in the end, what matters, is PEOPLE QUIT SMOKING. Now that I've got that out of the way... I'd like to present the Hcigar Stringray!

I picked this beautiful mod up at ECIGGITY, a well respected company based out in Hawaii, for the incredible price of 44.99 (use code 10percentoff for 10 percent discount) plus shipping, and couldn't be happier. I live in Arizona and the shipping was prompt. Initially I had trouble with my switch, an unfortunate HCigar quality control issue, however eciggity was extremely prompt in responding and sending out a replacement. Top notch service.

I love this mod. It is in my hand all day, every day, alongside whichever 510 tank I use. I can say with total conviction that I will never give this one up. So, let's get on and find out why it earns the vapocalytic STAMP of approval!

• Build quality
  For a clone, this beast is machined so well, you would be hard pressed distinguishing it from the original. Each and every thread is as smooth as butter, even before the typically necessary isopropyl alcohol rubdown. Straight out the box, each tube, as well as connector and switch thread on without so much as a twitch of resistance. It is entirely 100% brass, a very conductive and lustrous metal.  For those who are tired of struggling with voltage drop, you will notice an incredibly small drop with this mechanical mod. It is form and functionality, perfected. The laser engraving is deep but not obtrusive, aesthetically pleasing, and well detailed. The switch and firing pins are also silver plated copper. This is amazing, as previously stated, because of the superior conductivity it provides. Another plus is a floating 510 pin. It will automatically adjust to your atomizer, eliminating the need to readjust it. This is invaluable because it supports a wide variety of batteries, 510 atomizers, as well as the capability of kicking it in 18500, 18490, and 18650 mode! Keep in mind, if you plan to use EGO cone devices, you will need a 510 to EGO adapter. The atomizer connection is also 22mm in diameter, so tank's such as the Mini Protank 2 and Kanger Aerotank will not sit flush. User preference, entirely.

• Ventilation
  This is a very important aspect to any mechanical mod. Without asking you to take a seat for batteries 101, you want a mod that affords the user an ample amount of ventilation in case  thermal runaway occurs. The vents are created by spaces left between the brass and steel, as well as accentuating the firing switch. I feel extremely comfortable knowing a potential thermal runaway will not go unnoticed.

• Magnetic switch
  Nemesis owners will be glad to know that the included switch is magnetic. In my opinion, I feel that the magnets are a bit on the weak side, but it is all a user preference. A lot of people have complained that the button has an atypical crunch. This is true, but an easily rectified problem. As with all clones, you should give it a through cleaning before use, as machine oil can and usually will be left on the threading. An initial disassemble followed by a nice isopropyl bath leads to a smooth switch with a very sensitive throw.

Overall, it is an invaluable mech to my growing collection. I do not see it leaving my rotation, nor being replaced anytime soon. If you're in the market for a well made clone, look no further than the Stingray by Hcigar!

As always, you can pick it up for 44.99 + SHIPPING at Eciggity. You can't put a price on superior customer service!