I like the "S" method of wicking, especially with the top fill tanks. Since you can't have any wick protruding that'll snag on the JFC.

One extra step that I think helps, is after priming. I'll use my tweezers and push the very ends of the s-wick against the inside chamber wall. Sort of pasting them into position and ensuring a good surface contact.

If I didn't I'd get training bubbles and have to slightly close the JFC on that side. Of course the key is enough cotton in the first place... Glad to read you've mastered the Dvarw Flexy!

The primary reason I love the Dwarf is it's excellent wicking characteristics, providing that saturated vape I look for..;)

Maybe it's placebo, maybe I am fantasizing. When I use a very long wick and make a "S", it seems to me this mutes flavour a bit. The shorter the wick, the more juice can get to the coil faster.I have good results now with the dvarw with a nice, THICK cotton and then then down, covering the hole. No S needed. (When I was wicking my KFL, I always was thinnin out the cotton, so I used less). Now I am rolling the cotton for the dwarv (works great) and do not thin it out - so I am using a lot more.

I don’t “S” wick the Dvarw or any tank either. I learned years ago if a tank flooded the usual cause was a leak in the seals outside of the chamber, usually in the top portion. If there is even a tiny leak in a seal (top cap, tank seals-ect) liquid will leak out usually thru the air holes.

Tanks work by using a vacuum system and it must not only be water tight, but AIR tight. When I rebuild I ALWAYS lubricate my 0-rings with a thin layer of juice so they slip into place and not kink. I also switched from cotton to rayon years ago because it’s much more absorbent and forgiving. It’s hard to screw up a rayon wick and I never get a dry hit unless the atty is totally empty.

I have 2 Dvarws and they have never leaked a drop nor do my 50+ other attys. I suggest everyone try rayon as it makes vaping a much more pleasant experience.

My 2 cents