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"It comes complete with a metal to metal connection."
Just like the Manta and Halcyon Pathfinder amongst other reels with metal to metal.
This one comes with a 316 SS Clip and not a brass clip.
It seems easy to customize the way that you want it - the clip can be removed and attached with...
"Just kidding. So that is pretty reel. Is it any better than other reels?"
Well... it's SHINY!!!! :D
It's much more sturdier!
And it's SHINY!
It's heavy...
But it's SHINY!!!
Is it better?
That's like asking is a 16oz hammer better than a 20oz hammer - it depends!!
But it's SHINY...
This reel doesn't have any more moving parts than another ratchet reel like say a Manta Jr/Sr, and it's much more sturdy.
Actually they sell an improved SS spool that replaces the Manta reels plastic spool.
They also make non-racheting reels.
I don't like to have my life depend on...
Ok - so I broke down an bought a Kent Tooling reel.
Kent Tooling Link
I though that I would post a quick review here since information on this product is hard to find on the US side of the "pond".
Man! Is it well constructed! This thing will last longer than I will!
It appears to made...
It's the Boy Scouts Sea Base.
I took our Scout troop there 3 years ago.
They have scuba diving and sailing programs. We did a week long live aboard.
I suspect that they got the gear at a very special rate - maybe even donated- and part of that rate was a restriction on how the gear is...
Just got my latest order from NESS today. John shipped the same day I ordered.
I love his sense of humor - it sounds like a fun place to work.
One NIT that I do have - the adhesive that is on his price stickers is like no other!
The damm things won't come off - have to use...
It looks to me like you wore that BC through numerous Shark Attacks and lived to tell about it!!!! :D
If I were you I would keep it for the sentimental value!
Zoom - Thanks for the syllabus - that just what I was looking for!
Fritz - Thanks for the heads up on the dive logging.
I've only logged dives over the last 6 years, so I'm good. All of the dives during the 1st 26 years, well... I have photos and stories and c-cards but no "logged"...
I have signed up for the SDI Solo Diver Class.
I'm working on the books. Yes-2 books, one is the SDI Book and the other is book which presents Solo diving as very enjoyable way to dive.
I contacted my instructor to book our schedule for class and diving - here was part of his response...
IDK - She hasn't responded to PM's, emails, or txts since last Sunday when we agreed on a price and she emailed me and said she would ship it. I had a question about the size and never heard back. Maybe she's be out of town again?
Andy,
Nice photos and write-up. I need to start tech training this year...
Too many good wrecks around that I can't get to!!
I also enjoyed your and Erica's article in the winter DAN magazine.
HURON CO. Michigan -- The Huron Co. Sheriff’s Department reportsthe following:
Around 11:15 am Sunday, 46 year old Daniel M. Kleinert of Munger was scuba diving with 3 other friends 6.5 miles north northeast of Harbor Beach.
He and a partner were down about 140’, on the 140’...
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