Any source for zipper repair service or materials?

[gert7to3]

The slider on my wetsuit's main zipper broke in half last weekend. Fortunately I had a neoprene and fleece vest. I wore that under my wetsuit. With my BP/Wing harness straps in place it was comfortable enough for 66*F water.

The wetsuit is a 7mm semi-dry single piece suit. I neglected to fully unzip it when I stood up to pull it on. This strained the slider enough to break the post between the front and back halves.

A note on the vest, I always take it on any water trip for topside core warmth. It's wind and water proof with a fleece lining.

Any sources or suggestions for repair or will it require a full replacement?

 

[doctordry]

Try any sewing store

 

[herman]

You might try contacting Dave at Capital Scuba http://www.capitalscuba.com/gear/repairs.html
He has a very good rep repairing dry suits.

 

[gert7to3]

Doctor dry, that was my first attempt, 8mm wide zippers are not something they carry.

Thank you herman for the suggestion.

Further searching on my part included:

http://www.zipperrescue.com/