I know it can be tough, but when I think back over the years at all the crap I've bought only to be replaced by quality gear, I realise that overall it would have been far cheaper to get it right the first time.
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I know it can be tough, but when I think back over the years at all the crap I've bought only to be replaced by quality gear, I realise that overall it would have been far cheaper to get it right the first time.
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Green Frog
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When I started this craziness about 30 years ago I got a deal from the LDS on a Conshelf set newly back from recall. They worked very well, but then I was attracted by the next shiny thing, a NOS Conshelf XIV. I have been using it ever since. It’s become a little more challenging to get it serviced, but through this forum and connections with some older shops, I think I’ll be able to continue using it and the various other “obsolete” parts to make up 2 classic sets with the metal 1085 second stages. I should be able to use them until they shovel dirt in my face or bury me at sea!
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geardunkin
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I think I ended up with the best of both worlds. I was able to find a used dive rite xt1/xt2 for a very fair price. Thanks to all of you for your help!
