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OTS Guardian Full Face Mask
Dive Pink & Fight Breast Cancer Includes a $10 Donation
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Questions about this item:
Shopper Why Did You Choose This?
TERESA P We chose this mask because of all the reviews online and now having tried in open waters it does make justice to all the positive comments.
It's very confortable and easy to use!
jerry l I have been struggling for years to find a mask that fits well. It can really change the enjoyment of diving when you spend half the time clearing your mask. Would a full face mask seal better than conventional dive masks?
KERN O Yes, the Ocean reef units seem cumbersome at first, but the incoming air flows up the lens, so there is no fog and they seal well. You'll use more air at first, but once you get used to it, you won't go back. The ScubaPro units use a different air flow path, so they tend to fog.
BILL E Yes a full face would be better because it works on postive pressure so any sealing problems you may have will vent a slight amount of gas past the mask skirt and not flood the mask and snugging up on the mask spider straps will solve this issue also full face masks are great for Long duration and cold water diving any other questions let me know Thanks and dive safe. Bill
Rich J What first stage is best for this? I have a Scuba Pro Mk25 first. will there be any issues I should know of?
Thanks
MICHAEL K The mask work fine only problem is with house from regulator to mask. House have robber ring,after use twice is broken.You heve to have extra to replace broken.My cusin Mike buy for Me why I ancer
Michael C No you can use any first stage with this full face mask. the mk 25 is a very good fisrt stage
Shopper What is the difference between the Interspiro AGA and the OTS Guardian ? They look the same.
Michael C The OTS Guardian Mask is made so the hose comes from the right side, like a regular regulator setup. The Interspiro AGA Mask is set up so the regulator hose comes from the left side.
Shopper can this mask be fitted with a prescription lens?
TERESA P If you're wondering whether you can replace the OTS Full Face Masks's lens with a prescription lens I don't know, maybe you can confirm with OTS.
We have tried the mask with regular prescription glasses though and these don't fit inside the mask. Still, if you have contact lenses don't worry, the mask seals perfectly and you'll have no problem!
Shopper is this mask positive or non-positive pressure?, and which one would be ideal for recreational diving?
Brett H For recreational diving you do not want to use a positive pressure mask. For the OTS masks they refer to them as semi positive pressure just due to the nature of the way full face masks work (regulator mounted at the bottom of the air space causes slightly positive pressure at the top of the mask), but they are not an actual positive pressure mask and are therefore are well suited to recreational diving.
Shopper How do you equalize with full face mask?
TERESA P Yes, OTS has a rubber bar (it actually comes with this bar in different sizes and shapes to make sure you can find one that suits you just fine) that you press against your nose to allow you to equalize. I own an OTS Full face Mask and this equalizing system works great!
Dan D The mask should have a bar that presses up against the bottom of your nose, right? I used an AGA with the disabled diving club I volunteer with in the Chicago area and that was what I used. Does this mask NOT have any physical means of holding your nasal passages closed?
LeisurePro S The problem, obviously, with equalizing in a full face mask is that you can't access your nose to pinch and blow. You can in fact teach yourself to equalize in other ways. Wiggling your jaw, or swallowing hard are both ways you can equalize without pinching your nose. it's best to start practicing on land, then you can practice a bit in a pool. Using a full face mask is definitely a new skill and something that requires practice before use in open water.
Warranty Information
This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.
www.otscomm.com
(800) 550-1984
Whats in the box:Guardian Full Face Mask, ABV-1 Valve, LP Hose, Mask Bag and Owner's Manual With over 60 years of diving experience and having sold almost every Full Face Mask (FFM) on the market, it was easy to see there was a need for something better. A common problem with most FFM is the seal. The lack of a good seal causes the diver to use air quicker and can interfere with the diver's ability to hear if using underwater communications. With that in mind, the GFFM was designed around a double seal. This along with many other great features (i.e. semi positive pressure, quick release 2nd stage, easy maintenance, etc.) is why you will find the Guardian is the best choice for your money when looking for a full face mask. The Double Seal 55-60 Shore A Liquid Silicone Skirt with High Strength Polycarbonate Visor (Lens) was specifically designed to allow people with a small faces or a slim face, especially in the temple area, to seal better. Everyone has a little different face. As divers you all know how important being able to equalize is. Equalizing is a challenge for all full face masks One-Size does not fit all! In order to ensure everyone can equalize, OTS has put together an Equalizing Kit which comes with every Guardian full face mask. The kit consists of two bases. One is a standard size without any holes. It can be adjusted up or down to fit as necessary. The other base has two holes which allow for different size pads that can be added. In the event the standard base does not work for you, one of the pads and the other base should fit the bill. The Guardian offers an easy to adjust buckle system. OTS has made the buckles out of a tough, robust compound which should give you years of use. However if a buckle does break, it will be easy to replace. There is definitely one thing you won't have to worry about and that is RUST. Rust is the number one cause of replacement when using metal buckles. The 5-Point Spider Strap is just the right thickness to allow for a comfortable fit no matter what depth you go to. As you go deeper, the strap will help take up the slack. When you go shallow and everything readjusts, so will the strap keeping you snug in your Guardian full face mask. The ABV-1 Ambient Breathing Valve allows the user to breathe ambient air at the surface, conserving your tank air. It is simple to use and its low profile keeps it out of the way. To use the device, while on the surface simply rotate the valve counterclockwise. The one way valve will open and allow air into the FFM. The one way valve located on the inside of the FFM ensures that your exhaled air does not go back out the valve. Your exhaled air is sent out through the second stage regulator ensuring you do not get a Co2 "building" in the FFM. The valve also is forced closed when diving. The over pressure in the FFM assures that. If you forget to close the valve before diving, the valve disc will help keep water out. The Guardian full face mask has a custom designed Balanced Downstream Demand Valve 2nd Stage Regulator that was specifically designed for a full face mask. OTS also realized what is involved with the maintenance of a full face mask and regulator. They designed the 2nd stage with trouble free maintenance in mind - it is easily removed! This is important for cleaning and/or maintaining your full face mask. The Regulator has an Injected-Molded High-Impact Housing for Strength and Durability and comes with a 32" (81.3 cm) 3/8" threaded Low Pressure Hose. You paid hard earned money for your Full Face Mask. Why not keep it in a bag designed to store it like it is supposed to be stored. The mask bag was designed to help keep your mask in the right drying position, keeping water from pooling in your 2nd stage regulator. It also has vents to keep good ventilation helping to stop mildew and drain holes to let water drain away from the mask. Lots of storage pockets as well. One is a dry storage compartment! The bag has a carrying handle as well as a shoulder strap. In all, it's a great investment to help keep your valuable GFFM. The Guardian Full-Face Mask is available with a Black, Blue or Yellow Skirt with Black Frames or Black Skirt with Pink, Green, Blue or Red Frames, comes with a 12 month limited warranty and Owner's Manual. DIVE PINK & FIGHT BREST CANCER! For every Pink Mask $10 will be donated to fight breast cancer.
- Guardian Full Face Mask:
- Ocean Technology Systems (OTS): 60 Years of Diving Experience
- Complete Mask with Regulator
- Mask Bag: Wet & Dry Storage Pockets, Self Ventalating and Drainage with Carry Handle and Shoulder Strap
- Owner's Manual
- 1 Year Limited Warranty
- Guardian Full Face Mask (GFFM):
- Double Seal Designed Full Face Mask (FFM) Skirt
- Skirt Material: 55-60 Shore A Liquid Silicone
- Double Seal: Fits Small, Slim Faces, Especially in Temple-Area
- Easy Adjust Buckle System
- 5-Point Spider Head Strap
- Low Volume Full-Face Design
- High Strength Polycarbonate Visor (Lens)
- Skirt Colors: Black, Blue or Yellow
- Frame Colors with Black Skirt: Pink, Green, Blue or Red
- Equalization Kit:
Kit Consists of Two Bases, Standard Size and One with Holes
4-Pads for Custom Fit - ABV-1 Valve: Breathe Ambient Air at Surface
Conserving Tank Air
Simple to Use
Operation: to Breath, Rotate Valve Counterclockwise, Close Valve: Rotate Fully Clockwise
Check Valve: Allows Air-to-Enter Valve Only
Air is Exhaled-Out the Regulator
Check Valve: Prevents Gas from Escaping via ABV if Open Underwater - Second-Stage Regulator:
- Balanced Downstream Demand Valve
- Custom Designed 2nd-Stage
- Specifically Designed for Full Face Mask
- Built with Trouble-Free Maintenance in Mind
- Easily Removed from FFM
- Easy to Clean Regulator
- Injected-Molded High-Impact Glass Filled Nylon Housing for Strength and Durability
- 32" (81.3 cm) 3/8" Threaded Low Pressure Hose
| Mask: | ---- | | Window Style | 1 Front | | Mask Materials | Skirt: 55-60 Shore A Liquid Silicone
Frame: Glass Filled Nylon
Hardware: Stainless Steel | | Lens Material | Polycarbonate | | Head Strap Design | 5-Point Spider | | Regulator Compatibility | OTS Only | | Regulator: | ---- | | 2'nd Stage Type | Balanced Downstream Demand Valve | | Regulator Materials | Housing: Glass Filled Nylon | | Hose Thread | 3/8" | | Hose Length | 32" (81.3 cm) | | Weight [with packaging] | 5 lb |
By modiver from MO About Me Casual/ Recreational - Does Not Fog
- Lens Quality
- Snug Fit
- Open Water Diving
- Pool
- Recreation
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
10/28/2011 (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful) By LOBSTER GRABBER......NJ from New Jersey - Cant get knocked off
- Communications
- Does Not Fog
- Lens Quality
- Range of Vision
- Snug Fit
- Open Water Diving
- Recreation
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
3/13/2010 (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful) - Does Not Fog
- Lens Quality
- Range of Vision
- Snug Fit
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
1/3/2010 (11 of 11 customers found this review helpful) By SCUBA CHAD from Sullivan, Indiana - Does Not Fog
- Excellent fit
- Excellent performance
- Lens Quality
- Range of Vision
- Snug Fit
- Commercial recovery
- Diving with comms
- Open Water Diving
- Pool
- Recovery
- Recreation
- Rescue diving
- Technical Diving
- Wreck Diving
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
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