Any comprehensible books on hand signals?

[dorienh]

Hi, I was wondering if there are any books on hand signals, for instance including an extended list of fish identification signals or other fauna/flora.

If not, I was considering researching and writing one myself. Do you think there would be an interest in that?

 

[mtngoat2674]

I have not come across a book like that. I'm sure there would be interest, just based on some conversations I have had with folks at the LDS.

 

[Sam Miller III]

A organized underwater signaling system, identified as the "Sea Sabres Underwater Signaling system" has been around since the early 1950s. 5000 copies of a brochure was printed as well as being published in a modern magazine of that era. It was originally adapted by LA County UW instructors in 1954, NAUI when they were established in 1960 and PADI when they were established in 1969.

However, it may be time to update/revise the system for modern divers.

As a starting point in you research I would suggest that you begin here:
~~ Dr. Sam Miller - History of SCUBA Diving ~~

Good luck,
SDM

 

[ChickenFried]

I'd be interested in buying one if you decide to write one yourself.

 

[Saldiac]

This might be of interest: Scubasigns: The guide to all diving handsignals: Dave van Stijn, Mike Harterink: 9789090241654: Amazon.com: Books

 

[Keith.M]

This might be of interest: Scubasigns: The guide to all diving handsignals: Dave van Stijn, Mike Harterink: 9789090241654: Amazon.com: Books

And cheap too!

 

[Hickdive]

Books on signals are great, provided you buddy with someone who has read the same book.

 

[Doppler]

NACD Hand Signals for Scuba Diving - 5th Edition [NACDSignals] - $11.00 : Cave Adventurers!, We will NOT be undersold!!!

every few years someone has the bright idea to reinvent the wheel.

 

[Saldiac]

And cheap too!

Yikes, I didn't pay attention to the price lol. But when I bought it a few years ago it was a lot cheaper, around 20-30 euro.

 

[FinnMom]

Scubasigns Dave van Srijn & Mike Harterink Price: $29.95

Scubasigns: The guide to all diving handsignals by Dave Van Stijn & Make Harterink ... Scubasigns