Bunny, a snorkel vest is not the same thing as a semi inflatable lifejacket. The snorkel vest has no inherent buoyancy unless some air or gas is blown in (Otherwise, it wouldn't be possible to submerge).
A snorkel vest slips over the head and is secured by a waist strap. It lays absolutely flat. There is a small air tube for mouth inflation. A puff of air is blown into the vest when the swimmer intends to cruise the surface or feels a bit fatigued. In some circumstances, such as struggling to make it to the surface, or having swallowed water and generally where buoyancy is needed immediately, the swimmer can pull a string which instantly inflates the vest with gas.
It is absolutely necessary that you tell your dad not to inhale any of this gas from the vest. The vest should only be purged manually if the CO2 cartridge has been spent. That is the only hazard that I am aware of, eg. inhaling CO2 gas can cause a coughing fit. Otherwise, these little appliances are worth their weight in gold.
It won't cost you gold, however. Similar vests are still made by Aqualung and some others for like 50 bucks or more. Luckily, I have several in good condition. When you decide on your plans and that you do need a vest, let me know and I'll send one, gratis.
At that time, PM me with your info including his general size, and shipping address.
Dennis
A snorkel vest slips over the head and is secured by a waist strap. It lays absolutely flat. There is a small air tube for mouth inflation. A puff of air is blown into the vest when the swimmer intends to cruise the surface or feels a bit fatigued. In some circumstances, such as struggling to make it to the surface, or having swallowed water and generally where buoyancy is needed immediately, the swimmer can pull a string which instantly inflates the vest with gas.
It is absolutely necessary that you tell your dad not to inhale any of this gas from the vest. The vest should only be purged manually if the CO2 cartridge has been spent. That is the only hazard that I am aware of, eg. inhaling CO2 gas can cause a coughing fit. Otherwise, these little appliances are worth their weight in gold.
It won't cost you gold, however. Similar vests are still made by Aqualung and some others for like 50 bucks or more. Luckily, I have several in good condition. When you decide on your plans and that you do need a vest, let me know and I'll send one, gratis.
At that time, PM me with your info including his general size, and shipping address.
Dennis
