MK2 vs MK16 Cold water choice?

[al303]

Hi everyone. I've been diving a while now with a slung 19cf bailout bottle with a Scubapro MK2/R380 without any issues. I love the fact this setup is a very simple non-balanced design, easy to work on, and near bulletproof.

My questions for those that know more about Scubapro than myself is: Is this an acceptable back-up regulator in waters as cold as 40 degrees? I have access to a MK16 with T.I.S. in like new condition, I'm considering a switch to the MK16/R380. Keep in mind, I am not looking for the easiest breather at depth(MK25), only the most reliable in cold/colder water. I would really hate to give up my MK2 if I did not have to. Any thoughts?


Thanks for your input/comments/flames/ect...

Al

 

[tbone1004]

keep in mind that by asking this in the scubapro subforum we are limited to giving official answers that comply with scubapro.... the 16 is certainly an improvement over the mk2 for this and officially the only current regulator they make that they can recommend for cold water diving is the mk17 due to being sealed diaphragm.