Any recommendations for a lower price good beginner reg?

[MarkPorter]

Pretty much the title. I'm new to diving and want to get some of my own gear but it's all very expensive, especially for a new diver who is also a teenager on minimum wage.

 

[BoltSnap]

Pretty much the title. I'm new to diving and want to get some of my own gear but it's all very expensive, especially for a new diver who is also a teenager on minimum wage.

What's your budget?

 

[The Chairman]

Pretty much the title. I'm new to diving and want to get some of my own gear but it's all very expensive, especially for a new diver who is also a teenager on minimum wage.

You can't beat these guys:

Deep 6 Gear

www.deep6gear.com

I have to admit they are friends. I've known Chris for over 20 years now.

 

[MarkPorter]

What's your budget?

hopefully under 500$

 

[Rob9876]

I did a good bit of research before I bought scuba gear for my son and I, and we ended up ordering this package a few years ago: Buy Scuba Gear Value System Package at Low Price | Divers Supply - this is a great economical option that is cheaper than many used sets (especially when you add $$ to have used gear serviced/inspected by a dive shop). Sea Elite is just Divers Supply's store brand on Edge/HOG gear, which is good gear. So, any Edge/HOG dealer can service them, though Divers Supply makes it easy and quick to send in for service (they'll send you a UPS lable), and for Sea Elite gear Divers Supply will provide any parts necessary during maintenance for free.

Check out the other reviews on there also. We did 2 upgrades from their options: (1) we upgraded the Regulator to the Covert regulator - which is balanced, so can breathe a bit easier at depth (deepest I've had it so far is 122 feet); (2) we went with the 3 gauge SPG - which adds a compass to your gauge console, so you always have one with you.

We also separately bought the Mares Puck Pro+ computer that they offer as an option on this package -- a basic one-button computer that performs all basic functions that a recreational diver might need (works fine with Nitrox also). One button can be annoying at times, but overall a nice simple computer that works fine.

Extra tip: If you create a Divers Supply account and then put the package in your shopping cart, and then leave without buying it -- they will usually send a 10% off coupon to you in a day or so, which is a nice chunk of change off.

 

[USdiver1]

Mares Prestige 15X is a nice beginners regulator.

 

[Seaweed Doc]

If I were you, I'd make sure that a local dive shop will service what you buy. Sure, you could mail it somewhere for service, but if it's a minor tweak that's required you don't want to have to wait for shipping.

From my limited experience, ScubaPro and Mares are easy to find local shops to service.

Also, comparison shop a bit. Find a great price online, then ask the local shop if they'll match it. Odds are they will and you'll make friends with the local shop. That can come in handy if you dive a lot....

 

[scrane]

DGX Custom - DGX Gears D6 Streamlined OW Reg Package

The DGX Custom - DGX Gears D6 Streamlined OW Regulator Package comes completely assembled by Dive Gear Express with our premium accessories and is ready to dive anywhere in the world.

www.divegearexpress.com

 

[Angelo Farina]

This: MK11 C370 + Octopus R095 Dispenser Scubator 4048336403382 | eBay
Or, if you also need SPG and inflator hose, this kit here:

Scubapro MK11 C370 Komfort Sparset - geprüft und montiert 4250497218433 | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Scubapro MK11 C370 Komfort Sparset - geprüft und montiert at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!

www.ebay.com

 

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This: MK11 C370 + Octopus R095 Dispenser Scubator 4048336403382 | eBay

I believe the OP is in Indiana and the seller of that listing may not ship to Indiana.... with that being said, that does look like a great deal as it costs about $700 here in the US.