What we BOTH failed to notice is that I also responded to that some time ago, as well. *laughing* I was doing one too many things at the same time yesterday and didn't read all the way through the thread.
I just looked at the recent questions and responded.
As for the age, you may have made the comment or question, but that does not stop people from reading it, responding or having other questions, so just because it's an old comment isn't any reason to not give input.
Another thought... it was mentioned how both companies have the same things, except for the regulators. Both companies have some similar things, but all in all, if you actually look at them, you'll see for the most part they are different.
The Phantom is not the Avid. They are 2 totally different cuts, and designs. The Cobra is no where near the Magnum. Genesis does not have a light weight, recreational back inflation bcd, and Sherwood has the Freedom.
Computers are different too. The Profile and Resource Pro are similar (very similar) but Sherwood has nothing like the React Pro, and Genesis has nothing even close to the Wisdom.
All in all, I agree the 2 companies have many similar items, but for the most part, it's very clear that they are run as 2 seperate companies.
What ever you choose, from what ever company, though... Enjoy!!!