Used or new?

[IvanM]

I have decided to but an Otter drysuit, which I think is perfect for the type of dives I will do. But here is my dilemma: I can buy a new one, or get a used one with around 100 dives on it for half the price…what would you do?

 

[Spratman]

Depends how big you are...I've been looking for a year for a drysuit and they are plentiful if you of small stature. Not to mention, usually near the cost of a new one. Try Ebay. They always have suits on there for sale. Just might take a while.

 

[lorien]

Buy the new one. I am not familiar with the brand but regardless you will have some compression of the neoprene after that many dives and it will not give you the same warmth that a new suit will. Also the condition of the used suit depends on many things such as how it was stored (creases?), cared for, etc. Any breaking down of the neoprene and you might be wasting your money. if you can go with a new suit, it will fit you better, last longer and give you more warmth. better investment in the long run.

 

[Divers Direct]

Go With A New Suit,in The Long Run Its Better,a New One Comes With Warrenty And If Anything Happens You Can Always Send It Back To The Company. Most Suite Company Stan Behind Their Products.