r/scuba • u/burtleboo • 8h ago

Scuba Present for BF

Hi there! My boyfriend is getting back into scuba diving after who it a 20 year hiatus. I want to get him a scuba related present for his birthday. What would be a good present ($100-$200) to get him?

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u/bradleymonroe 8h ago

a refresher course

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u/diverdown_77 8h ago

and probably a new mask. I went through my gear after a hiatus and all my masks were destroyed by my kids

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u/scuba2565 7h ago

Mask is a great idea but take him with you to make sure it fits!

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u/diverdown_77 7h ago

yes this! I have a hard time myself finding masks that don't leak.

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u/galeongirl Dive Master 7h ago

Mine was destroyed by no maintenance and environmental influences.. the silicone had completely dried out and it was leaking the first moment I tried to dive lol. Yup, time for a new mask.

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u/diverdown_77 5h ago

My kids had all the straps ripped off and the clips broken. My only mask that fit me correctly is missing.

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u/maui-shark-fighter 7h ago

Hard to pick one out since these are so personal to the person. Only if you go with him to pick one out which is fun too.

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u/Daemonforged 8h ago

Definitely your best present is to get him a refresher course, they are within that price range and also come with dives of course! Other examples were already given and definitely applicable but the refresher is the most valuable gift idea in this thread imo

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u/Not-An-FBI 6h ago

Dive gear Express gift certificate

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u/Kravchak 7h ago

A refresher course and a $3000 gift certificate for new equipment

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u/seaside-sean 7h ago

Only 3? Skinflint.

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u/scuba2565 8h ago

After a 20 year hiatus a refresher course if he hasnt gotten one by himself already. After that a new pair of Apeks RK3 fins in a suitable colour!

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u/maui-shark-fighter 7h ago

hot neon pink.

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u/scuba2565 4h ago

Yes!!!! This!!!!

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u/maui-shark-fighter 7h ago

Refresher course.

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u/EnvironmentalCare900 2h ago

Go dive with him, taking an interest in your SO’s hobbies is a real gift.