lobbolt
Contributor
Hello ScubaBoard,
I have a question out of curiosity: why would anyone ever buy NEW regulators, since the purchase doesn't seem to make as much financial sense as buying (depending on condition) used regulators.
Since, if a qualified technician can restore and service the regulator, it should be as good as new except for maybe cosmetic scratches, right?
This is my guess why new regulators are bought:
- Social status, kind of like buying new cars, buying for the prestige badge.
- Knowing the regulator's previous condition.
I bought brand new regulators 8 years ago . Now, it never seems to make much financial sense as buying used (depending on condition), but still under the regional dealer's sales network (therefore qualifying for free service, only parts are charged).
What's your take on this? Does it make financial sense to buy new regulators?
I have a question out of curiosity: why would anyone ever buy NEW regulators, since the purchase doesn't seem to make as much financial sense as buying (depending on condition) used regulators.
Since, if a qualified technician can restore and service the regulator, it should be as good as new except for maybe cosmetic scratches, right?
This is my guess why new regulators are bought:
- Social status, kind of like buying new cars, buying for the prestige badge.
- Knowing the regulator's previous condition.
I bought brand new regulators 8 years ago . Now, it never seems to make much financial sense as buying used (depending on condition), but still under the regional dealer's sales network (therefore qualifying for free service, only parts are charged).
What's your take on this? Does it make financial sense to buy new regulators?