Customer Reviews

Very Well constructed Review by Debra

I am extremely happy with the performance and looks of the Silver Bullet, No fiddling around with it, it is made user friendly .. The easiest shiniest mod I own.. well worth every cent paid.. You can't go wrong with the Silver Bullet... Very good vapor and throat hit on a all day 18650.. Thank you! (Posted on 10/2/2009)

Calling this a Mod is an insult. Review by Mark

The only other "mod" I own is a prodigy(although I have seen pretty much all of them). When I think of a mod I think of someone modifying a peice of copper or aluminum pipe or PVC they bought at Home Depot , adding threads, painting it and epoxying to it a CNC'd aluminum adapter(that they got by ripping apart an old joye 510 battery). This is not to offend any modders out there, if that's your thing, more power to ya. But if you're gonna make something commercially available and throw a somewhat hefty price tag on it, it better be more then a high school, vo-tech, metal shop project.

Getting back to the Silver Bullet, This is NOT a mod by any definition. This is a well engineered, form following function, aesthetically superior, work of art. Just look at it , run your fingers over it and feel it, press down on the switch and feel the quality of the firm click. But most of all, Vape with it, and you will find it miles above anything else available out there.

Now, everything else I see or own(sorry Prodigy) is just a modified pipe or battery box mod. (Posted on 9/26/2009)

10 OUT OF 10 A+++ Review by cx

WHEN I GOT THE SILVER BULLET I WAS INTRIGUED! THE SB WAS REALLY SHINY, HEAVY (NOT TO HEAVY, PERFECT), AND THE BUTTON...OMG IT WAS BETTER THEN I HAD THOUGHT! I THOUGHT IT CLICKED LIKE USING YOUR LAB TOP PAD....NO IT IS A REALLY SMOOTH CLICK !

BATTERY LIFE: CHARGED IT FOR 4 HOURS YESTERDAY AND AFTER 12 HOURS OF USING IT, STILL GOING STRONG

PERFORMANCE: IT IS FOR SURE BETTER THAN THE STOCK 510! 3.7V IS REALLY GOOD! I VAPE 18MG JUICE ALL DAY AND WITH THE SILVER BULLET IT IS EVEN HARSH FOR ME. IT'S LIKE VAPING 24MG JUICE WITH THE SB!

CONSISTENCY: VERY CONSISTENT...EVEN A NOOB WOULD BE HAPPY. BEEN VAPING FOR ABOUT 12HRS AND IT HAS NOT YET LET ME DOWN! VERY SATISFYING!

SHIPPING: NOT MUCH I COULD SAY OTHER THEN BOUGHT ON 9/18 AND RECEIVED IT ON 9/25. YES IT WAS A WEEK BUT TRUST ME IT WAS WORTH THE WAIT!

OVERALL: COULDN'T BE ANY HAPPIER, LITERALLY! JUST BUY THE SB AND STOP LOOKING AROUND TO SEE IF THERE IS SOMETHING BETTER OUT THERE. I PERSONALLY THINK THERE ISN'T! BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY THE SB! LOL WHAT CAN I SAY...PHENOMENAL? PERFECT? GREAT? OVERWHELMING?....LOL WHAT I AM TRYING TO SAY IS, THERE ARE NO WORDS TO REALLY EXPLAIN HOW THIS THING IS! YOU HAVE TO BUY IT TO KNOW AND APPRECIATE THE CRAFTSMEN SHIP THAT IS PUT INTO THIS. ONE MORE THING YESTERDAY I SHOWED MY COUSINS THE SB...AND MAN NONE OF THEM WANTED TO PUT IT DOWN...ONE OF MY COUSINS DOESN'T EVEN SMOKE AND HE WAS LIKE "ITS JUST COOL HAVING IT IN YOUR HANDS"! I WAS LIKE, "YEAH I KNOW"! (Posted on 9/26/2009)

10 out of 10. Great PV Review by Barry

Superior vapor production. The 510 continues to amaze me with it performance and spunk! I had been of the opinion that only the 801 could produce the clouds of vapor that I require. Not anymore!

The time between battery changes with the long life of the 18650 battery is extremely freeing. Now I don't have to worry if I not within walking distance to my charger. Not do I have to fill my pockets with fully charged bateries. Just awsome to go through my day not concerned with the power issue.
I can't wait to get out on the golf course and distract my playing partners with the beauty of the Silver Bullet. I'm thinking of laying it on its side on the greens. Then watching which way it rolls to figure out the break. Can't think of a PGA Rule to prevent that.

AltSmoke has a winner with the Silver Bullet. I would highly recommend this PV to anyone. (Posted on 9/25/2009)

The Best E CIG Product Available Review by Joseph

I have tried many of e-cigs. I have owned Janty Stick, The Prodigy, and a few others. Nothing even comes close to the design, vapor, or quality of this Silver Bullet. This is the only e-cig to consider getting. Just get it. (Posted on 9/24/2009)

I don't really "do" reviews, but after receiving this today, I felt compelled to. Review by Bandit

Overall

'I don't really "do" reviews, but after receiving this today, I felt compelled to.

My experience up until a few weeks ago has been with standard e-cigs (listed in my sig below) and I have been pretty content...Problem is, I am a consumer whore, and when I started seeing all the cool, flashy mods out there, I talked myself into a *few*.

Life outside of the standard e-cig began with the Jantystick. Man I was so excited to get mine I thought I'd lose my mind. Sadly, as with many others... I was terribly disappointed in it. Inconsistency, 'fair' build quality and the fact other options were out there... I got rid of it after only 3 or 4 days.

I began to do a lot of research, and reached out to members like Zofryer who owned multiple PVs to get some feedback. Once I felt I 'knew enough' I began to search out a few hot-rods (as I call them), but NOTHING cool was ready to ship, all were on some sort of delay due to the limited production.

I'm not one to wait. It is my biggest character flaw. Especially on something I am buying... I don't flinch at purchase prices, so in return I expect to "get it now", but sadly we know many things that are of the highest quality, are not readily available on a whim.


Everything was 2-5 weeks wait but at that time the Prodigy was the shortest wait, so I ordered one. I kept hearing over and over about the Silver Bullet, and after seeing a few vids and images, I just knew I needed to have that shining beauty, so the night after I ordered my Prodigy, I went into the pre-order for the SB v1.1.

Prodigy arrived almost 2 weeks ago and I love it, no complaints... but I still was antsy awaiting a shipping notice on the SB because I really wanted the "look" plus the 6v vaping option.


Well finally today it arrived, and the anticipation was well worth it.

To those just buying another mod because you don't want to wait for the SB, I say this: DO WHAT YOU MUST, BUT ORDER THE SB ANYWAY AND WAIT PATIENTLY, IT IS WORTH THE WAIT.

And here is my little review.




AESTHETICS:

9 out of 10

What can you say but absolute beauty? Great polishing job. I only wish that someone made mirror polished 510 attys and some kind of silverish color carts because it's so beautiful you hate to 'uglify it' with a black atty and cart.

Why rank it a 9 instead of 10? Only due to the fact that it is simply a tube. A little design to soften the ends a bit with some shape would make this a perfect 10 IMO, but taste is purely subjective.

BUILD QUALITY:

10 out of 10

In a word: Outstanding.
Not only is it built well in terms of quality materials, but the finer points are worth the price of admission. Take most any hot-rod and unscrew any part of it. Go ahead... I'll wait.

On those other hot-rods, you feel a slight-to-serious grittiness in the threads. On the SB it doesn't just unscrew... it GLIDES. Smooth as silk, and this my friends is the indication of quality and attention to detail that so many are lacking.

When you have it separated you see the thickness to the construction, these are massive walls around your batteries. While they have no vents in case of batt explosion, I have no worries that it will blow up in my hands... it is like a bank vault. The switch would likely be the giving point and shoot into the air.

Speaking of the switch... OMG. Again: Perfection. Most of you know about the often lauded Prodigy switch... no slouch in it's own right, well crafted and a solid feel... but the SB takes it up another notch. Not only a solid feel in activation, but a noticeable "click" when you depress it and another when you release it. The simple fact that it was recessed into the shell makes it more amazing because not only have they eliminated the possibility of accidental activation, but the scalloped body area for it makes the SB more ergonomically delightful. You can use your thumb and index finger with equal comfort as well as a cigar hold activating with the underside of your thumb -knuckle which I love.

VERSATILITY:

10 out of 10

This is also where some others fall short. Not only can I choose 3.7 or 6v vaping, but I can do this with ONLY a simple battery change. No assembly/disassembly of ANY other parts, components, springs or switches.

Beyond that, AltSmoke offers a variety of adapters for multiple atomizers. I'm an 801-hater myself, and that's what most hot-rods want you to use. I HATE (no, really... hate) the mouthpiece on an 801. I prefer a 510 (some do, some do not, purely subjective again) and I was able to get mine in a 510. You can also choose 801 or 901 adapters.

PERFORMANCE:

Ok, this is the part you really want to know about isn't it?

10 out of 10

Frankly I was a little worried about making the 6v jump. So many people warning that 6v is too hot and cooks out some of the flavor. Here's my take....

3.7 (on anything, and also applies to SB) cool vape with a decent flavor, and decent vapor. Much more vapor than a standard 510, a little bit more flavor.

6v on the SB is spectacular. Now I say "spectacular" in comparison to an e-cig or any 3.7v mod. I have been using a 5v Prodigy for a coulpe weeks and I expected a night and day difference based on other's posts... don't fall for that!!!! The difference is MINIMAL.

The vapor is a bit warmer. Not hot, but gently warm and really nice. I detect only the SLIGHTEST flavor or vapor difference from the 5v to the 6v honestly. And this is using both the Prodigy and SB side by side, using the SAME atty, and same juices that I have been vaping for a while now. I like the warmer vape honestly, it makes the flavor SEEM more rich and "full".

Throat hit did change noticeably, but not drastically. The 6v does give more throat hit. If you take a super hard/long draw then you will really notice this (OMG, be careful here folks).

If I power-hit my 5v and power hit my SB, the SB WILL produce noticeably more vapor. But standard 4-6 second even draws produce only a slight difference.




Ok, so a fair and balanced review not only highlights the positives, but should also showcase the negatives, if any.


The beauty of the SB is in the polishing. Sadly, that is also its Achilles Heel. If you look at it for more than 5 seconds, it will smudge. No, it's that bad. No matter how clean you think your hands are, the SB reminds you that you have oils in your skin, and will smudge and fingerprint like crazy. I now carry a microfiber cloth in my carry case because of that.

This finish also makes it very, very slippery in the hand. I know without a shadow of a doubt that this thing is gonna take some hits. It WILL be dropped for sure, no matter how careful I am.

Like all high voltage PVs, it is a juice hog. I thought the 5v was bad... the SB sucks down juice like a $4 hooker. This however should be expected. If you expect anything else, then you did not research PVs well enough.

It needs a quality case made to fit, and should also be provided with some sort of quality, stitched sleeve. A velvet sleeve with a very soft interior would help maintain its good looks, and make it more convenient for taking out with you. When all is said and done, you're spending about $125 on this thing... it needs a nice case IMO.




That's about it for any negatives. And honestly, those are me sitting here really scrutinizing it beyond practicality just to attempt to nit-pick it and find anything negative to say. These observations would have in no way prevented me from buying the SB if I already knew about them full-well.



So in the endless sea of PVs that are available to you, I believe that the SB is a top-notch choice. It was money well spent, and I don't believe anyone could possibly experience buyers' remorse once they have tried it out.

Happy vaping! (Posted on 9/24/2009)

Version 1.2 better than the original Review by TheUltimateg

Second time buying a Silver Bullet. and it still rocks. If your in the market for a mod and looking for the perfect one then look no further. Version 1.2 not only allows for hours upon hours of 3.7v vaping, but now accepts the RCR123A protected batteries for 6v vaping. The 2 amp switch is so beefy that it should never fail like other mods i own that use the cheaper tactile switches. Adapters for using the more popular atomizers are cheaper than i have found for other competing mods. I have several mods from other suppliers and they have all been shelved, the Silver Bullet is my main rig now. Get yourself one of these bad boys you won't be disappointed. (Posted on 9/24/2009)

Fantastic! Review by 2pooped

I really like this mod. Vape @ 3.7 volts or 6 volts. 6 was too hot for me. "Future possible enhancement" clicker type potentiometer for dialed in vaping. I kinda miss the LED. But, where would you put it in this piece of art? Stranger looks in public versus "What's that blue light in your mouth".
Vaper =10
Durability = 15
Beauty =10

Scale 1-10
Silver Bullet = 11.7 "I'm a happy camper" (Posted on 9/24/2009)

The best 6v battery mod out. Review by David

The Silver Bullet is beyond a doubt the best 6v battery mod out today. For me it all comes down to the overall construction and the manual button. The Silver Bullet is built like a tank and I am sure it will last as long as I am vaping. The Silver Bullet can be used at 3.7 volts as well which makes it versatile as well as beautiful. BUY THE SB NOW! You won't regret it! Thank you AltSmoke! (Posted on 9/24/2009)

Amazing Review by Jeff

Heavy Duty, great manual switch. Love the 18650 battery.This is a very well built unit, could not be happier with the Silver Bullet. Thanks. (Posted on 9/24/2009)

OMG. This is the best Review by Kerri

Overall

I have had my SB for 2 weeks and I am in heaven. I have had a numerous different e-cigs, including 3 other mods and this is by far the best. The battery life is awesome, the vapor is awesome, and it is built like a tank. I ordered the 901 and I am very happy I did. I have never used the 510 but I have used the 801 and 901 and I prefer the 901 because it produced more vapor (for me). The button is perfect because I can keep it in my scrubs pocket at work and not worry about accidental firing, (I am an Er nurse) which is great because my hospital has a no smoking on the property policy. I just wish I had ordered 2 when I did this order, but I have corrected that by ordering 2 of the new ones, one with the 801 adapter.

(Posted on 9/2/2009)

excellent product Review by ~bruce~

I am the proud ower of SB-08

I had high hopes for the Silver Bullet from the start, having seen the original prototype and the subsequent revisions. The only mystery for me was the actual inner workings and the final finish.
I must say that it exceeded my expectations in every catagory. This does not look, nor feel like someones "garage-made-over-the-weekend" science project. Professionally designed and executed construction through and through. On a scale from 1~10.....a 12 !
Needless to say, I will be looking for new products and buying more stuff whenever they become available. Thank you for the wonderful product ! (Posted on 8/31/2009)

BEST DEVICE YET! Review by BERNADETTE

I own about 35 other pv's and 3 other mods. The SB is my new favorite. It is built 'tough', battery life is great, switch is reliable and easy and it produces loads of vapor CONSISTENTLY! The threads are not going to get stripped anytime in my lifetime. The two pieces screw together smoothly and effortlessly. This is one quality mod!!!!!!!!!! (Posted on 8/30/2009)

Don't hesitate, this is a wonderful product! Review by Jan

Overall

I decided to wait for 2 weeks before sending in my review, allowing me to fully experience this device and to watch for any problems that may come along. If anything, my experience improved in that time! The first charge of the battery, gave me 9 1/2 hours of pleasure before needing a re-charge. After charging it during the two weeks of use, the battery life extended to about 15 - 16 hours. May not sound as great as some other reviewers, but I am a chain vaper, the Silver Bullet is constantly in use, other than when I'm sleeping!
The design is surely done well and is made for many years of use and abuse. For me, it's a little bit heavy. I notice my forearm muscles are a bit sore after a few hours. Maybe for women, they will design a lighter model.
I still trying different ways of holding it, and pressing the switch. ( It would be great if some other owners of the Silver Bullet would do a video, or review to tell me how they prefer to hold it.) I've found the most comfortable way for me, it to hold it in my mouth like I would a Clarinet, with the switch on top, using the pad of my index finger to depress the switch.
The vape is GREAT! Seriously, from the very first puff I was saying to myself, "are you kidding me!" LOL, when the cartridge is fully loaded, the vape obliterates my face!

**TIP** Make sure you clean out your new atomizers, they have a factory fluid inside them that will taste very nasty. First, I blow them all out with my mouth onto a paper towel to catch the fluid. Then I blow them out with canned air top, bottom, and the little holes on the sides. You won't believe the junk in there. Also, when using a new or cleaned atomizer, put a drop or two of E-liquid into it before you begin vaping. You don't want to use it dry, when new or after cleaning it.

This was not a freebie, I paid full price, minus 10% for first purchase, so there is no outside influence to write a better review.
You need the Silver Bullet, it makes life as a vaper so much easier!

1. I'm giving this a 9 only because of it's weight.
2. Improving my life it's a full 10! (Posted on 8/29/2009)

The all day sucker Review by Mick

I like having three e-cig with me with three different flavors, just my style of vaping. The SB is the only one I am not carrying around extra batteries or pass troughs for. Vaping this way I really get to enjoy the different flavors.
Also vaping this way I go 2 or 3 days on a single SB battery charge. Sometimes I just swap out the extra SB battery just because I have been vaping for a day or two and I know I should be getting close to the end of the battery charge life. I have never actually seen one stop delivering vapor yet, but like I said above I carry three different e-cigs to get three different flavors. None the less vaping this way I routinely go 2 to 3 days never needing to charge the SB battery. I may at some time just use the SB just to see how long the charge life is. Great job guys. This is really a great product. I never feel like I will be stranded without battery power carrying the SB with me. (Posted on 8/29/2009)

The Silver Bullet is top notch! Review by Mamu

I have been vaping with the Silver Bullet (SB) for over 2 weeks and I must say the SB is top notch! Durable and well-constructed with awesome vapor and throat hit day in and day out. I am very impressed with the quality of construction and very pleased that I purchased the SB. I purchased the 510 SB and also the 801 SB and love them both. Vaping heaven for sure! Keep up the good work!! (Posted on 8/28/2009)

This thing ROCKS! Review by Madness

Got a 510 No Kit as I had the Batts and charger, WOW!
Works great with a 901 Adapt and Atty, also works well with a 801 Adapt and Atty.
(Had them also)
I keep changing up and it just ROCKS! (Posted on 8/27/2009)

I am ordering another one Review by LarryE

My only regret in buying the Silver Bullet is that I didn't order two of them the first time. My girlfriend and I are currently sharing my SB and even with both of us 'chain vaping' the extra mass of the SB keeps the atomizer cool and flavorful.

The design is superb and just works every time and also looks great. I can finally forget about the 'hardware' and concentrate on collecting juices and flavors.

Thanks AltSmoke for a great product.

(Posted on 8/27/2009)

very detailed Review by Charles A.

I will say this product was very well thought out. The switch is completely sealed which will allow you to drip. Dripping is the best method for me. I hate using carts so dripping directly into the atomizer allows an easier vaping experience and to me a better tasting vapor.

The SB (Silver Bullet) is easy to use. Its a simple two part design. So switching out batteries is as easy as putting on your atomizer. It's easy to clean if liquid runs out of the atomizer which happens when you over drip. If this happens it cannot get into the switch or inside the SB itself. Again the SB is completely sealed.

Altogether the SB gets rid of having to constantly change out batteries because it houses a larger battery which will allow an all day vapeing experience. From morning to night you will need only one battery vs. 2-3 batteries of the smaller ecigs like the 801, 901, and 510.

Yes it is bigger than traditional e-cigs but it fits nicely in your hand. Its durable and very strong. The best part about this you will be able to get adapters for two other type of atomizers so in theory you have 3 ecigs in one. I will come with the 510 threads already attached to the SB. The if you want to use a 801 or 901 you simply get the choice adapter and screw it into the 510 slot. then you can vape away with choice adapter.

so basically all you need is and SB with adapters and you can use the 801, 901, and 510 atomizers all in one unit. (Posted on 8/26/2009)

Just the way they all should be Review by Grooovn

Rob, GREATJOB on the silver bullet, I can't beleive it, the battery last me all day and it's only going to get better from here, with the new version coming on. (Posted on 8/26/2009)

I like this Review by Zofryer

I needed a dedicated device for six volt 510. On a whim, I enquired if there were any SB 510's in stock. Not only were there, but I could get one for 99 bucks with free shipping. For 99 dollars I had a six volt 510 device in my hands in under three days from initial inquiry. It feels incredible in your hands. The construction is fantastic. Very attractive, and very durable. The button is currently what I consider the best traditional button on any PV. It is a little thicker than I thought it would be, but it feels so good in your hands. I have and will continue to recommend the SB to people. It hits a price/performance point, and appeals to people with a certain set of needs out of a vaping device. (Posted on 8/26/2009)

Solid design Review by TheUltimateG

I own other mods and must say this one is by far the most solid switch design i have come across yet. Love the nice shiny design and plan on having mine engraved. Cant wait for the new version 1.1 lower tube for using CR123A batts at 6v. You really made a quality product Altsmoke. Nice work. (Posted on 8/22/2009)

awsome ecig Review by justrubl

I have used many different ecigs, and a couple of different mods and this is by far the best. Good vapor, long lasting battery, and very well made. I have the 901 model and it is awesome. Great job. (Posted on 8/17/2009)