Faber, OMS or Worthington?

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Personally, I can notice this increased drag of the 8" diameter but otherwise I am OK with the tank.

An 8" diameter tank felt like hauling around a barrel of beer down there. Experts said I shouldn't feel the difference, but I'm with you. I sold one on eBay for $15 less than I paid new.
 
My choice was pretty simple. with tax and shipping differences, I was able to get the Faber FX-100's for about $150 bucks EACH cheaper than the Worthingtons. The Fabers came with "free shipping" on a special they were running.

I did have to pay for o2 cleaning that would have most likely come with the Worthington at the higher price. but the $150 savings (per tank) before the o2 cleaning made it a simple choice.


However, if the tanks were priced the same, I'd prob get the Worthington. Better finish and a better valve. (but not $150 x 2 = $300 better).
 
https://www.shearwater.com/products/swift/

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