Some guide to scuba regulators...
Choosing a regulator can seem a daunting task. First comes the panic that the cost of the regulator does not include the occy, gauges and BCD inflator hose that was always included in the rented equipment you have been using. However, modern regulators all come up to a very high minimum standard so whichever you decide to purchase, you are unlikely to be disappointed.
The basic guide with selecting a regulator is to go for the most expensive you can afford that is most suited to the diving you will be doing. The more you spend the easier the breathe. When purchasing your regulator you will need to buy the three major parts - the 1st and 2nd stage (regulator), the alternate air source (octopus) and the instruments.
The basic guide with selecting a regulator is to go for the most expensive you can afford that is most suited to the diving you will be doing. The more you spend the easier the breathe. When purchasing your regulator you will need to buy the three major parts - the 1st and 2nd stage (regulator), the alternate air source (octopus) and the instruments.
Scuba regulators on eBay
Some good gear at great offer prices
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A simple guide to Scuba Regulator buying
The better dive shops will quite often allow you to 'try before you buy' during their pool sessions, or exchange gear that's not quite right (assuming you haven't damaged it)--that's part of what makes them a 'better' dive shop. Obviously this does not hold for second-hand gear, and usually not for Internet dive shops either (check their refund/return policy first).
As far as second-hand gear goes in general: check your source. Do you know them? Do you trust them? Can they show that the BCD/regulator/whatever has been well looked after? It might be worth thinking about buying ex-club/diveshop rental gear, as that will be cheaper than buying new, but it still has to be 'saleable' (i.e. maintenance has to be documented, and you have legal protection against being sold shoddy gear), Again, the 'better' shops/clubs will renew their gear regularly, so it shouldn't be too battered.
As far as second-hand gear goes in general: check your source. Do you know them? Do you trust them? Can they show that the BCD/regulator/whatever has been well looked after? It might be worth thinking about buying ex-club/diveshop rental gear, as that will be cheaper than buying new, but it still has to be 'saleable' (i.e. maintenance has to be documented, and you have legal protection against being sold shoddy gear), Again, the 'better' shops/clubs will renew their gear regularly, so it shouldn't be too battered.
Regulators on Amazon
Some good deals here...
Aeris Atmos Nitrox Balanced Pro Regulator 1st and 2nd Stage for Scuba Diving (reg38)
Amazon Price: $288.95 (as of 12/29/2009) 
Mares Prestige 12 Scuba Diving Regulator - Dive Regulators
Amazon Price: $219.95 (as of 12/29/2009)
Scuba Gear Package - JoeDiver's Economical Regulator, Octo, BC and Gauges
Amazon Price: (as of 12/29/2009)
Cressi Scuba Diving Gear Equipment's Package Set, BC Regulator Octopus 2 Gauge Console with Duffel Bag
Amazon Price: (as of 12/29/2009)
Trident Deluxe Save-A-Dive 40-Piece O-Ring Kit
Amazon Price: (as of 12/29/2009)
How much to spend
As with most purchases, going for major brand names assures a certain level of quality and even though many of us like a bargain, with Scuba equipment, the more you spend the better the equipment you get. So, if you thought your regulator would include an octopus and gauges, take your regulator budget and deduct between 30% to 40% to allow for the basic instruments you will need. Whatever is left is what you can afford for your regulator.You should always use the same brand of 1st and 2nd stages, plus the octopus you choose should also be from the same manufacturer as your regulator to ensure the intermediate pressures are compatible. Gauges need not be made by the same manufacturer but you should always go for major instrument brands because their accuracy and reliability are much higher than imitations.
Plexo Scuba Regulators
Poseidon XStream Deep/Dive Regulator with 70cm Hose
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Trident Deluxe Save A Dive 40 Piece O-Ring Kit for Scuba Diving Tank Valves, Hoses, Regulators, Cameras etc Dive Diver
This is a fantastic kit from Trident to repair any more...0 points
Scuba Gear Package - JoeDiver's Economical Regulator, Octo, BC and Gauges
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Sherwood Maximus Balanced Regulator Plus Reg Bag Special
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Mares Rebel R2 Scuba Diving Regulator Octo Package
Mares Rebel R2 Scuba Diving Regulator. Consistent more...0 points
Books on Regulators on Amazon
Scuba Regulator Maintenance and Repair: A Complete All-Makes Guide to Scuba Regulator Servicing, Troubleshooting, Repair and Tuning
Amazon Price: (as of 12/29/2009)
Scuba regulators: Air pressure reduction valves for diving
Amazon Price: (as of 12/29/2009)
Evaluation of commercially available open circuit scuba regulators (Report)
Amazon Price: (as of 12/29/2009)
U.S.N. procedures for testing the breathing characteristics of open circuit scuba regulators (NAVXDIVINGU Report)
Amazon Price: (as of 12/29/2009)
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