Main Question: How long has EDGE been around and is there any concern for the brand going away? If they go away will I have problems getting my EDGE regulator serviced? (i.e. do they use unique parts?)
I am an advanced certified diver, and I have rented equipment for the 4+ years I have been diving. I am finally deciding to make the jump and buy all my own gear. For the price and reviews I have read, the Edge EPIC 2012 Cold Regulator System Yoke Sealed looks to be a great regulator. However, since it is not an established company that I am aware of (like atomic, oceanic, etc) I am wary of buying it for servicing. I know my local dive shop services them now, but I'm worried if the company is fairly new if they will go away, but more importantly IF (and it seems like they won't due to the good reviews) they go away, are their parts generic enough to be able to get servicing done on them well beyond the company?
I am an advanced certified diver, and I have rented equipment for the 4+ years I have been diving. I am finally deciding to make the jump and buy all my own gear. For the price and reviews I have read, the Edge EPIC 2012 Cold Regulator System Yoke Sealed looks to be a great regulator. However, since it is not an established company that I am aware of (like atomic, oceanic, etc) I am wary of buying it for servicing. I know my local dive shop services them now, but I'm worried if the company is fairly new if they will go away, but more importantly IF (and it seems like they won't due to the good reviews) they go away, are their parts generic enough to be able to get servicing done on them well beyond the company?