insidius Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 So I used to have a Mya Staff, this hookah has the stem that screws into the base. I'm considering buying a Mya Obelisk, which lacks the screw on stem and I'm wondering, [b][i]for those of you that own both types of stem[/i][/b], what your experiences have been with each. My concern is that I really liked the screw on stem and I'm wondering how the non screw stem will hold up in terms of seal, quality and overall feel. Any thoughts, comments? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mushrat Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 Owned and sold both types. I would say you'll have more trouble with the threads wearing on a screw in than you will anything happening with the simple grommet style push in stem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuie Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 What mush said. I would suggest the Obelisk. I love mine. Had it for years now. I would recommend buying one of the thin rubber band grommets. [url="http://www.hookah-shisha.com/p-6282-rubber-band-hookah-grommmet.html"]http://www.hookah-shisha.com/p-6282-rubber-band-hookah-grommmet.html[/url] Mine didn't fit completely snug but when I found these it was an amazing improvement using both on the stem. Didn't have to mess with electrical tape any more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
insidius Posted August 19, 2012 Author Share Posted August 19, 2012 Cool, thanks guys! If anyone else has any comments, feel free to join in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mushrat Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 *chirp* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
insidius Posted August 19, 2012 Author Share Posted August 19, 2012 Is the Obelisk wobby at all, or does the stem fit nice and snug solid into the base? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuie Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 a buddy of mine fit as snug as could be, mine had a little bit of play but it sealed, didn't wobble so much it was of much concern. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chreees Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 Mya Sarays are some of the most stable hookahs I've owned. Have no worries, my friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang67n Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 Yeah.. shouldn't have any issues with that! Less screw together parts almost always means longer lasting seals and overall a longer lasting pipe in general. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pavo21 Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 well i like both, i have both. i like the screw ons with the acrylic bases, and i like the gaskets with the other myas, they both work fine for me and i enjoy them all. Mya is a great pipe and great company they last for ever. Also the gaskets dont always fit perfect but a easy fix, and in time they do ware down. but enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Epoch Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 No worries at all. Mya Obelisk is amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hughe3jj Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 I own a MYA and have the screw in thread, I have not owned it long enough to notice any thing about the threads, but in any case I believe you can replace the stem (I know you can) but the adapter I am not to sure about :/ I think both pieces can be purchased if any damages occur. Any ways, I love my MYA, it smokes great, is holding up very well. Good luck to you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
insidius Posted August 21, 2012 Author Share Posted August 21, 2012 Thanks for all the replies, guys They've made the purchase of this expensive beast more easy. When I get the money to buy it, I'll try to get pics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
insidius Posted September 29, 2012 Author Share Posted September 29, 2012 So I just placed my $363 order: Green Mya Obelisk w/ green Pico bowl Green Grand Caravan Hose and green velvet hose cover a beautiful quad metal wind cover Orange Soda Tangiers Strawberry Kiwi Tangiers Mimon Tangiers Tropical Punch Tangiers Coco Nara coals 108 box Lookin' good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Epoch Posted September 29, 2012 Share Posted September 29, 2012 I wanna see pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
insidius Posted September 29, 2012 Author Share Posted September 29, 2012 Of course Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang67n Posted September 29, 2012 Share Posted September 29, 2012 yea.. pics or GTFO i get excited about other peoples rigs :X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mushrat Posted September 29, 2012 Share Posted September 29, 2012 cool, nice order. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pavo21 Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 i have both types and the only seal that stays longest is the acrylic ones which i love. but i have both types and they all work perfect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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