eelnoraa
Contributor
22lb of lead isn't a lot if you are diving a conventional BCD or even SS bp with AL tank in 50F water. At $2/lb, I would buy all 22, weight check, then sell of the un-needed later, and probably make small money out of it.
---------- Post added June 3rd, 2015 at 06:40 PM ----------
Now, this is actually an American's issue. Abundant food supply, over fed, lack of proper exercise, over weight.
---------- Post added June 3rd, 2015 at 07:00 PM ----------
While agree with tbone's gear choice, I don't necessary agree with that is the best for everyone or for OP. The fact is everyone prefer to dive a little differently. I have a close dive buddy who transistion from Zeagle Ranger to bp/w. And just a few months after that, he switched back. He has his preference and reason.
Regarding to OP's original ad on craigslist, here is how I will value the items:
- Mk25/S600 is as good as it gets for regulator, they usually go for about $300 used.
- Nighthawk. I ocassionaly see this go for $250-$300 on craigslist. However, what matter here is the fit. If it doesn't fit, there is no value to it. You can re-sale it, but it can be a hassle to find a buyer.
- AL80 tank out of hydro, $50 each
- 22lb lead $50
Assumming the BCD fits you, I would say at $750, it is a decent deal, not super good. At $1000, it is no go for me.
---------- Post added June 3rd, 2015 at 06:40 PM ----------
Certainly at $500 it is a much better deal. However that BC you point to might not be selling because how many grown men are size medium?
Now, this is actually an American's issue. Abundant food supply, over fed, lack of proper exercise, over weight.
---------- Post added June 3rd, 2015 at 07:00 PM ----------
While agree with tbone's gear choice, I don't necessary agree with that is the best for everyone or for OP. The fact is everyone prefer to dive a little differently. I have a close dive buddy who transistion from Zeagle Ranger to bp/w. And just a few months after that, he switched back. He has his preference and reason.
Regarding to OP's original ad on craigslist, here is how I will value the items:
- Mk25/S600 is as good as it gets for regulator, they usually go for about $300 used.
- Nighthawk. I ocassionaly see this go for $250-$300 on craigslist. However, what matter here is the fit. If it doesn't fit, there is no value to it. You can re-sale it, but it can be a hassle to find a buyer.
- AL80 tank out of hydro, $50 each
- 22lb lead $50
Assumming the BCD fits you, I would say at $750, it is a decent deal, not super good. At $1000, it is no go for me.