US Divers "Select" Regulator

[Paul Old School]

Just joined... Great to be here. Can anybody tell me about the "Select" model of regulator(s)? Picking up diving after quite an absence. Just purchased this model used. Any info will be greatly appreciated !!

 

[runsongas]

basically a conshelf se2 with the sea 2nd stage.

shares the same kits as most us divers from the same late 80s early 90s era.

Store | Vintage Double Hose

Store | Vintage Double Hose

 

[Paul Old School]

Thanks runsongas... Any opinion as to the quality, or the technical level (beginner, mid-range, advanced)? Will LDS service this model for me?

 

[runsongas]

simple and reliable, but not very high performance. likely still serviceable at an aqualung dealer, but check on the 2nd stage.

 

[herman]

As to the performance, it depends on which stage you are talking about. The first is a Conshelf, is one of the best first stages ever made...and still used by the military. Before being sold another reg, consider replacing the primary second stage and using the one shown as your octo.

 

[txgoose]

As to the performance, it depends on which stage you are talking about. The first is a Conshelf, is one of the best first stages ever made...and still used by the military. Before being sold another reg, consider replacing the primary second stage and using the one shown as your octo.

As supporting evidence (that Herman doesn't need), our local FD's search and rescue team uses the conshelf first on their backup tanks. As a sometimes conshelf user myself, it was neat to see.

 

[Paul Old School]

Thanks to all that took a minute to answer my question !!

 

[Paul Old School]

As to the performance, it depends on which stage you are talking about. The first is a Conshelf, is one of the best first stages ever made...and still used by the military. Before being sold another reg, consider replacing the primary second stage and using the one shown as your octo.

The first as a sticker on it that reads "US Divers Select". Did US Divers really pretty much stick with the Conshelf design, just apply new model stickers? Thanks for your info!

 

[herman]

The first as a sticker on it that reads "US Divers Select". Did US Divers really pretty much stick with the Conshelf design, just apply new model stickers? Thanks for your info!

Pretty much yes. The basic design was/is used for almost every diaphragm reg USD/AL made. The first generation Titan is nothing more than a Conshelf with a slightly different looking body....uses the same service kit.