mask lens removal/installation

[jacek]

this may seem like a stupid question, but how do I remove the old lenses out of a scuba mask? do I just force it out? is there a latch somewhere? I'm afraid I'm going to break it... my friend's mask is the H2odyssey alpha 2 mask.. thanks
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[scubatoys]

Normally a retaining ring (big plastic ring) that is on the outside of the lens. Takes a good fingernail to go between the ring and the frame, and push the ring toward the center of the lens - that releases the little tabs - so now you can pull it up and out. Then the glass is just sitting on a silicone seal. Reverse to install...

Word of warning... especially with an older mask... very easy to break the ring or frame if you haven't done this before...

Best of luck!

 

[jacek]

thanks. I practiced on my old mask at first, but I was able to remove the lenses. after the first a couple of tries my fingers were just killing me but now I'm a pro.. no pain no gain

 

[scubatoys]

Good job! If you ever need work - we always have an opening in the mask lens plastic thingy removal department...