Replace Fathom Tri-Laminate Skin

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Green Frog

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About 30 years ago I acquired a dive skin for warm water diving. It was marketed by Fathom and described as a tri-laminate design with a fleece lining, a finely woven rubberized nylon exterior. A layer of Gortex type material between made up the three layers. After all these years the rubberization on the outer layer has begun to deteriorate, so I’m facing the need to replace it. It has only the smallest amount of buoyancy (so I don’t need added weight) and packs about like a pair of jeans, so it’s perfect for travel to the Bahamas, and the closest equivalent is what I would like to find. Any suggestions?
Thanks in advance,
Froggie 🐸
 
One of my LDS suggested the Sharkskin line that he carries. A little pricy, but they look pretty good. Somewhat thicker and more buoyant than my old Fathom.
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