Dacor Viper Metal?

[JKSteger]

I've seen these around my local waters being used somewhat. This is not the standard Dacor Viper but the Viper METAL.

What are your opinions on this regulator? I've been looking for something "new" and thought about this setup especially for singles. I currently dive with a Scubapro MK20 / G250 combo and it works good but like I said I was just looking for something "new".

I'm sure there will not be any performance gains going from the MK20/G250 to the Viper METAL will there?

Thanks,
Jeremy

 

[cerich]

Your reg is better. I have owned and dove both.

 

[JKSteger]

I trully thought as much. Cerich, does Oceanic sell the 2nd stages seperately? I tried out a CDX5 wit a Zeta 2nd and all I can say is WOW! If I really need air...I get the air! I thougth about changing my G250 to backup and using the Zeta first stage as my primary reg. That is if I can get my LDS to order the Zeta 2nd by itself.

Thanks,
Jeremy

 

[cerich]

Yes we do but the Zeta is discontinued, I'm not sure if we have just the second stage in stock or not. It's a Monday type question!

 

[WarmGoingCold]

Your reg is better. I have owned and dove both.

What is the disadvantage to the viper metal? I have quite a few dives on it and I love it. I tried numerous rental regs before purchasing my viper.

 

[cerich]

What is the disadvantage to the viper metal? I have quite a few dives on it and I love it. I tried numerous rental regs before purchasing my viper.

It's not a case of disadvantages it a case of performance, his current reg spanks the Viper Metal.

Which is not to say the Viper metal isn't a good peformer. The Viper Metal is a V good cold reg, the swivel on the first stage reduces jaw fatigue and look pretty cool.

 

[Seraphimx]

The Zeta is on sale at ScubaToys.com

go to the clearance section.

http://www.scubatoys.com/store/detail.asp?product_id=OceanicZeta

 

[cerich]

http://www.divers-supply.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=17687&HS=1

The Zeta is on sale at ScubaToys.com

go to the clearance section.

http://www.scubatoys.com/store/detail.asp?product_id=OceanicZeta

 

[JKSteger]

Thanks Cerich,
I'll call Susan at DS and have her get me one.

Thanks,
Jeremy

 

[Mack Diver]

Thanks Cerich,
I'll call Susan at DS and have her get me one.

Thanks,
Jeremy

I have one zeta left at Oak Hill Scuba. I also have a zeta Octo. PM me if you are interested and I can get you pricing information.