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Here it is – the super rare FFESSM 50th Annivers

Here it is – the super rare FFESSM 50th Anniversary Aqua Lung Regulator! Not the one branded “Mistral”

In 2005, Aqua Lung and the Fédération Française d’Études et de Sports Sous-Marins (FFESSM) joined forces to commemorate FFESSM’s 50th anniversary with a special scuba regulator release. The result was the FFESSM 50th Anniversary Regulator – a limited-edition twin-hose scuba regulator that paid homage to diving history while incorporating modern technology.

Only 100 units were made, making this regulator exceptionally rare and highly coveted among collectors. Its site pride of place with my other Mistral.

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I’ve got both single hose and twin hose regulato

I’ve got both single hose and twin hose regulators from JC Higgins and New England Divers in my collection.
What’s interesting is that neither company actually manufactured these regulators—they rebranded models made by other manufacturers and sold them under their own names.

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I do love an original DA Aqua-Master—especially

I do love an original DA Aqua-Master—especially when it’s still in its original box!
This beauty, serial number 251828, was likely produced between 1966 and 1967. One of the most iconic double-hose regulators ever made by U.S. Divers, the DA Aqua-Master ran from 1958 to 1973 and remains a favorite among collectors and vintage dive enthusiasts. A real piece of scuba history right here! https://www.vintagescubagear.com.au/product/aqualung-da-aquamaster-serial-251828/ #scuba #scubapro #scubadive #scubadiver #jacquescousteau #sea #ocean #waves #diver #reef #marktozer #vintagescubadiving #vintagescubagear #vintage #history #historicaldivesociety #museum #aqualung #underwater #underwaterphotography #cousteau #beach #jetty #old #new #nos #oam

How to Tell the Difference Between a Single-Stage

How to Tell the Difference Between a Single-Stage and a Two-Stage Regulator (At a Glance!)

If you’ve ever had two vintage regulators side-by-side and wondered which one was single-stage and which was two-stage, here’s a simple visual tip:

Look at the back where the A-clamp or yoke attaches.

On the right in this image: A Two-Stage Regulator. You’ll notice a hexagonal-shaped nozzle that sits on top of a cast body with a visible gasket. This “nozzle” houses all the important internals—like the orifice, spring, high-pressure seat, filter, and c-clip. It’s also removable and is what secures the A-clamp to the body when tightened.

On the left: A Single-Stage Regulator. Instead of the nozzle, you’ll see a large flat washer sitting directly on the center gas inlet. The flat-sided nut is part of the body and not removable. Inside that inlet is the orifice, spring, seat, and filter—everything’s built right in.
A simple but handy way to ID them fast.

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