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Well, I guess I do see the different perspectives. You've been vaping for a number of years, I've been vaping for a month.
My priorities: I don't want to fumble around with batteries, and don't ever plan to make big investments in hardware. Bang for the buck is my game, and getting a 40 watt device with temp control for $42.50 at a brick and mortar shop was quite reasonable to me (yes, i know, i could have saved about $15 on the internet, but waiting sucks). Both tanks cost me $15, one used for TC mode, one for watt mode. And in wattage mode, I'm at best vaping at 1.5 ohms and 12-14 watts. So i've got a lot of leeway.
So, for less than the cost of a carton of cigs in the state of Connecticut, I think I've got a good little starter arsenal. I may someday get a backup mod too, in case the worst happens

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