OTS Guardian Question (Regulator)

[GaryBDavis]

I assume that the OTS Guardian has similar issues as most regulators in terms of breathing ease, especially when in a non-heads up position. Can anyone comment on how good/bad it is compared to a typical reg? Also, do most of you send your regulator in to OTS for servicing or have a local shop do it (and how much do you pay)? Just the reg or does the whole mask need to go in?

Thanks,
Gary

 

[mblazer]

I've been using one for over a year with no breathability issues - head up or down. Service is through my LDS, where I bought it. Service labor is free so long as I have it serviced every year. It's just the reg, which is very easy to remove/attach.

 

[GaryBDavis]

The closest LDS that is an OTS dealer will match internet pricing. I still have to pay tax but I like to support the local shops with some of my purchases. They quoted me $140 for the service and said it includes cleaning the mask. Tell me more about the free service labor as I might see if they will do that for me. Thanks

 

[mblazer]

It's a standard policy of my LDS - they also do it for every reg I've bought from them. Not sure what yours means by "cleaning the mask". I rinse mine in fresh water along with my other gear after dives. It doesn't require any special treatment. Sounds like they may be trying to justify the price.