How old is this Ranger BCD, no ripcord system, two red handled weight pouches

[lnjohn]

I picked up some used gear yesterday and couldn't pass up the deal on a Ranger BCD. BC is in great condition, holds air overnight in the bladder, and has a longer LP hose with Scuba Pro LP inflator all functioning. The last Ranger I owned was in 1998 and it did not have the rear trim pockets that this one does. However, mine did have the ripcord system. This ranger instead has 2 weight pockets on the sides that are held in with a lot of velcro and have a left and right side red handle along with rear trim weights. I just don't know how to tell how old this setup is, or if this is a variation of the Ranger than may have been available. Any help is appreciated.
Thanks
John

 

[AdivingBel]

It's the "zip touch" system. Not sure how it relates to the age of the unit. It was offered as an option if you didn't want the "ripcord." I have the zip touch on my Express Tech. It works fine. The velcro is only used if you drop the weights. It loads and unloads via a zippered top.

 

[lnjohn]

That is what I needed to know, thank you for the information.
John