CRESSI MASTER T-10

• Environmentally sealed first stage protects against cold, contamination

• Second stage includes dive/pre-dive switch and inhalation control

With its hyper-balanced diaphragm first stage and pneumatically balanced second stage, the Master T-10 is designed for dive professionals, especially those who dive cold-water environments. This version includes a durable satin chrome finish on the first stage and brushed stainless steel cap on the second stage.

$649.95; cressiusa.com

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HOLLIS 200LX

• Physical Vapor Deposition finish provides a protective coating

• Second stage hose can be converted from right-hand to left-hand in a matter of minutes

The 200LX has assumed the flagship position in the Hollis regulator line. Designed by divers for divers, every feature has been engineered with an eye to easy breathing and reliable performance. A flexible purge and inhalation knob are included.

$624.95; hollis.com

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OCEANIC ZEO

• The first stage’s FDX-i’s in-line design gives an improved fl ow rate and more ergonomic port positioning for better hose routing

• Patented Dynamic Adjustment automatically maintains inhalation effort

The Zeo offers a lightweight, compact design well suited for dive travel. The air-balanced second stage comes with a hose swivel and inhalation effort control, and the balanced diaphragm FDX-i first stage is environmentally sealed for optimum coldwater performance.

$650; oceanicworldwide.com

Jon Whittle

SCUBAPRO MK25 EVO/G260 BLACK TECH

• Five high-flow, low-pressure ports on a first-stage swivel turret

• Anti-freeze protection radically increases breathing reliability

Offering effortless air delivery and outstanding reliability, there is no better example of solid breathing performance in all water temperatures than the stellar MK25 EVO/G260 Black Tech combo. This regulator pairing is the go-to air delivery system for cold water or technical diving.

$715; scubapro.com

Jon Whittle

SCUBAPRO C350

• Optimal flow design incorporates a special barrel and poppet valve to produce maximum airflow

• User controls include an inhalation effort knob and Venturi-Initiated Vacuum Assist (VIVA)

Scubapro’s C-Series second stage is back, and it’s better than ever. Featuring new styling, the compact C350 delivers consistent airflow, is easy to use and is reliable. Just the ticket for recreational divers in general, and dive travelers in particular.

$246; scubapro.com

Jon Whittle

SCUBAPRO MK25 EVO/A700 CARBON BT

• First stage’s XTIS fully insulates the inner mechanism, improving coldwater resistance without compromising performance

• Carbon fiber cover and metal casing withstand years of diving

With a tough carbon-fiber second-stage cover plus a unique DLC Black Tech protective coating on both stages, this reg offers not just superb breathing performance but also excellent impact resistance and protection against corrosion, all while reducing its overall weight.

$1,240; scubapro.com

Jon Whittle

SEAC DX200

• First stage low-pressure ports are set at 20- and 30-degree angles

• Balanced second stage features durable “Luxury Technology” treatment that provides abrasion and scratch resistance

Delivering an ideal combination that includes a light weight, a compact size and an impressive breathing performance, the DX200 is a regulator for virtually any diving scenario, and is especially well suited to traveling divers.

$650; seacsub.com

Jon Whittle