Hollis Full Face Mask with Dive Computer

**DeepBlueInnovation** · 8th April 2008, 03:16

Has anyone tried the forth-coming Hollis FFM Datamask?

Link

I am interested in the field of vision in particular compared to the standard KM48 it is based on.

Also any information on price and availability would be appreciated.

Cheers,

Ben.

steveharriss · 8th April 2008, 07:09

Oceanic DataMask HUD - DIVE Masks

Not tried one personally but I read this review in the magazine and decided it wasn't for me.

**DeepBlueInnovation** · 8th April 2008, 07:16

Thanks for your reply Steve. I was actually referring to the full face version pictured below, although I am sure it will have similar constraints as the version you mention.

Cheers,

Ben.

HDM-Pod.jpg

netmage · 8th April 2008, 12:07

Quote: (Originally Posted by DeepBlueInnovation)

Has anyone tried the forth-coming Hollis FFM Datamask?

Link

I am interested in the field of vision in particular compared to the standard KM48 it is based on.

Also any information on price and availability would be appreciated.

Cheers,

Ben.

It looks to be a standard datamask w/ a reg pod mounted to the bottom....

Never dove a KM, but I did try the standard datamask a few months ago..., horrible field of vision...., and the mask is outright heavy, like it wanted to slide down my face... Way to many sacrifices in the way of comfort, FOV, weight for little information benefit.

Outlaw · 8th April 2008, 13:53

this is interesting. has anyone got more information for this?

Thanks,

Spyros

mempilot · 26th April 2008, 19:56

The data mask seems to be limited in the data that it displays in regards to technical diving.

**DeepBlueInnovation** · 27th April 2008, 03:02

Quote: (Originally Posted by mempilot)

The data mask seems to be limited in the data that it displays in regards to technical diving.

This is true, but it can act as a backup computer for deeper dives in guage mode. I always run a bottom timer and tables as backup, so if I could incorporate it into my mask that would be great. Combine it with the benefits of a KM48 style mask (full face with ability to use any regulator and maintain vision) and it seems like a decent concept. If the field of vision is the same as the standard data-mask then it is still better than the km48...

***caveseeker7*** · 27th April 2008, 19:50

Quote: (Originally Posted by Outlaw)

this is interesting. has anyone got more information for this?

Thanks,

Spyros

Nick Hollis' thread on the Hollis Digital Mask at Scubaboard.

PaulTG2 · 27th April 2008, 21:19

Hello,

It certainly looks like a standard KM48 with a computer added.

I've been diving the KM48 and BuddyPhone on-and-off for about a year now. I'll be selling mine shortly. I'm used to a mask with a very large field of vision. For me the advantages of the KM48 don't overcome the field of vision. In addition the mask is a little small for my rather large mug. It was worth it on most dives as it was nice to have a full communications set-up. Last trip the buddy phone went belly up so I'm back to a normal mask until I decide to try another FFM.

On the the other side, my buddy likes the KM48 very much and doesn't notice any problems with the field of vision or fit. She's used to diving a smaller mask than I and her face is a a bit smaller than mine so the mask fits better.

Sincerely,

Paul
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Quote: (Originally Posted by DeepBlueInnovation)

This is true, but it can act as a backup computer for deeper dives in guage mode. I always run a bottom timer and tables as backup, so if I could incorporate it into my mask that would be great. Combine it with the benefits of a KM48 style mask (full face with ability to use any regulator and maintain vision) and it seems like a decent concept. If the field of vision is the same as the standard data-mask then it is still better than the km48...

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steveharriss Bubble free by choice Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: North Yorkshire Posts: 161	Re: Hollis Full Face Mask with Dive Computer Oceanic DataMask HUD - DIVE Masks Not tried one personally but I read this review in the magazine and decided it wasn't for me.
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DeepBlueInnovation Prism #007 Current Rebreather/s: Prism Topaz Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Perth, Western Australia Posts: 314	Re: Hollis Full Face Mask with Dive Computer Thanks for your reply Steve. I was actually referring to the full face version pictured below, although I am sure it will have similar constraints as the version you mention. Cheers, Ben. HDM-Pod.jpg
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netmage Hello Kitty...... Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Coconut Creek, FL Posts: 354	Re: Hollis Full Face Mask with Dive Computer Quote: (Originally Posted by DeepBlueInnovation) Has anyone tried the forth-coming Hollis FFM Datamask? Link I am interested in the field of vision in particular compared to the standard KM48 it is based on. Also any information on price and availability would be appreciated. Cheers, Ben. It looks to be a standard datamask w/ a reg pod mounted to the bottom.... Never dove a KM, but I did try the standard datamask a few months ago..., horrible field of vision...., and the mask is outright heavy, like it wanted to slide down my face... Way to many sacrifices in the way of comfort, FOV, weight for little information benefit.
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Outlaw In search of Law breaking Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Cyprus, Nicosia Posts: 627	Re: Hollis Full Face Mask with Dive Computer this is interesting. has anyone got more information for this? Thanks, Spyros __________________ CMAS - IANTD - TDI Kamikazi Instrustor Trainer DIRRebreather Team Member ---------------------------- "Once an Outlaw, always an Outlaw"
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DeepBlueInnovation Prism #007 Current Rebreather/s: Prism Topaz Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Perth, Western Australia Posts: 314	Re: Hollis Full Face Mask with Dive Computer Quote: (Originally Posted by mempilot) The data mask seems to be limited in the data that it displays in regards to technical diving. This is true, but it can act as a backup computer for deeper dives in guage mode. I always run a bottom timer and tables as backup, so if I could incorporate it into my mask that would be great. Combine it with the benefits of a KM48 style mask (full face with ability to use any regulator and maintain vision) and it seems like a decent concept. If the field of vision is the same as the standard data-mask then it is still better than the km48...
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PaulTG2 Custom Title Allowed! Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Sport Kiss Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Virginia, USA Posts: 361	Re: Hollis Full Face Mask with Dive Computer Hello, It certainly looks like a standard KM48 with a computer added. I've been diving the KM48 and BuddyPhone on-and-off for about a year now. I'll be selling mine shortly. I'm used to a mask with a very large field of vision. For me the advantages of the KM48 don't overcome the field of vision. In addition the mask is a little small for my rather large mug. It was worth it on most dives as it was nice to have a full communications set-up. Last trip the buddy phone went belly up so I'm back to a normal mask until I decide to try another FFM. On the the other side, my buddy likes the KM48 very much and doesn't notice any problems with the field of vision or fit. She's used to diving a smaller mask than I and her face is a a bit smaller than mine so the mask fits better. Sincerely, Paul ------------------------- Quote: (Originally Posted by DeepBlueInnovation) This is true, but it can act as a backup computer for deeper dives in guage mode. I always run a bottom timer and tables as backup, so if I could incorporate it into my mask that would be great. Combine it with the benefits of a KM48 style mask (full face with ability to use any regulator and maintain vision) and it seems like a decent concept. If the field of vision is the same as the standard data-mask then it is still better than the km48...
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