Where can I get a proper armslate?

Nicholas von Rosen · 17th February 2006, 10:57

Quote: (Originally Posted by rogeringebo)

Hi there!
This is not really a rebreather question but rebreather-diving related anyway

I have tried to find a better armslate,can just find the small 3-layer ones(got three of those already

) I see other slates all the time on photos on this forum...I would like the type where you have room to attach a bottomtimer or watch on the slate.... any info,hopefully a link to a websight would be great...
Cheers
Rodge

How big do you want it ?

Nick

rogeringebo · 17th February 2006, 11:06

Im rather big...196cm 99 kg so big is good

Nicholas von Rosen · 17th February 2006, 11:36

Quote: (Originally Posted by rogeringebo)

Im rather big...196cm 99 kg so big is good

hmm, - almost same size as me

I was thinking: the size of the arm slate

Nick

AMW · 17th February 2006, 11:47

Quote:

Im rather big...196cm 99 kg

Could be a good chart to do , of Rebreather divers sizes

I am only 1.77 and 65Kg

I do have two sons over 1.94

Andrew.

***ScubaDadMiami*** · 20th February 2006, 03:17

I have finished the first (and I hope last) go round of my combinations. Since I am right handed, I combined the primary handset, slate and compass on the left forearm. That way, I can write with the pencil on the slate using my right hand. To use the compass, I just roll the handset to around my forearm briefly, use the compass, and then I roll it back.

On the right arm, I have the backup handset and a D3. I would really only need the D3 in the event that both handsets go out. To access, roll the right arm handset.

I apologize for the poor photos. I only have a camera phone.

James Appel · 20th February 2006, 04:40

What kind of writting tool are you using with the slate? Is it one of those solid graphic things? Pencils always seem to break the points off when I want to use it, and then I am forced to chew on the end or sharpen it somewhat with my knife losing large amounts of it in the process.

lof · 20th February 2006, 14:27

http://www.golemgear.com/pc-53-5-div...ist-slate.aspx

***ScubaDadMiami*** · 20th February 2006, 16:06

Quote: (Originally Posted by James Appel)

What kind of writting tool are you using with the slate? Is it one of those solid graphic things? Pencils always seem to break the points off when I want to use it, and then I am forced to chew on the end or sharpen it somewhat with my knife losing large amounts of it in the process.

The Golem slate comes with one already in it. I think it is a carbon stick. This is similar to a graphite stick but somewhat tougher, and it has shrink wrap type reinforcement around it as well.

If the slate comes with regular graphite sticks, that is okay. However, I would suggest going with the carbon sticks once that wears down.

Forget wood pencils. The wetting and drying of the wood will cause it to expand and contract, cracking and breaking it. This will allow the point to break off too easily. I have also had pretty good luck with mechanical pencils.

Curt Bowen · 21st February 2006, 03:37

Quote: (Originally Posted by ScubaDadMiami)

The Golem slate comes with one already in it. I think it is a carbon stick. This is similar to a graphite stick but somewhat tougher, and it has shrink wrap type reinforcement around it as well.

If the slate comes with regular graphite sticks, that is okay. However, I would suggest going with the carbon sticks once that wears down.

Forget wood pencils. The wetting and drying of the wood will cause it to expand and contract, cracking and breaking it. This will allow the point to break off too easily. I have also had pretty good luck with mechanical pencils.

Cave Line? I dont need no stinking cave line! I can find my way out of the cave by following my wood golf pencils I have lost while trying to survey :-)
Buy them by the box of 100, you will need all them.

Use a round piece of PVC pipe. Cut an 8" piece, then cut it in half so you have 2 U shaped 8" peices/

Boil one in a big pan of water until it is soft

Wrap a large towel around your selected arm you want to wear it on

Fish out the HOT PVC with tongs and gloves on

Lay the PVC over the towel and form to your forearm

Let cool

Trim off corners with a jig saw (I use my big band saw)

Sand smooth

Make holes for bungee straps

Attach a pencil

Go Diving

OR

Save lots of time and buy one from Golem Gear :-)

17th February 2006, 10:57	#11 (permalink)
Nicholas von Rosen Custom Title Allowed! Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Vision Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Helsingoer, Denmark Posts: 152	Re: Where can I get a proper armslate? Quote: (Originally Posted by rogeringebo) Hi there! This is not really a rebreather question but rebreather-diving related anyway I have tried to find a better armslate,can just find the small 3-layer ones(got three of those already ) I see other slates all the time on photos on this forum...I would like the type where you have room to attach a bottomtimer or watch on the slate.... any info,hopefully a link to a websight would be great... Cheers Rodge How big do you want it ? Nick __________________ NICK
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James Appel New Member Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Springfield, Oregon Posts: 60	Re: Where can I get a proper armslate? What kind of writting tool are you using with the slate? Is it one of those solid graphic things? Pencils always seem to break the points off when I want to use it, and then I am forced to chew on the end or sharpen it somewhat with my knife losing large amounts of it in the process.
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20th February 2006, 14:27	#17 (permalink)
lof RebreatherWorld Sponsor Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Prism Topaz Sport Kiss Classic Kiss MK 15.X Other CCR RB80 / Clone Other SCR Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Other CCR RB80 / Clone Other SCR Home Build Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: USA Posts: 479	Re: Where can I get a proper armslate? http://www.golemgear.com/pc-53-5-div...ist-slate.aspx __________________ Jakub Golem Gear ShopKeeper www.golemgear.com
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20th February 2006, 16:06	#18 (permalink)
*ScubaDadMiami* Moderator Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Florida, USA Posts: 2,075	Re: Where can I get a proper armslate? Quote: (Originally Posted by James Appel) What kind of writting tool are you using with the slate? Is it one of those solid graphic things? Pencils always seem to break the points off when I want to use it, and then I am forced to chew on the end or sharpen it somewhat with my knife losing large amounts of it in the process. The Golem slate comes with one already in it. I think it is a carbon stick. This is similar to a graphite stick but somewhat tougher, and it has shrink wrap type reinforcement around it as well. If the slate comes with regular graphite sticks, that is okay. However, I would suggest going with the carbon sticks once that wears down. Forget wood pencils. The wetting and drying of the wood will cause it to expand and contract, cracking and breaking it. This will allow the point to break off too easily. I have also had pretty good luck with mechanical pencils. __________________ Howard Packer IANTD CCR Instructor Miami Beach, Florida CCRDiveTraining.com
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21st February 2006, 03:37	#19 (permalink)
Curt Bowen RebreatherWorld Sponsor Current Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Megalodon Sport Kiss Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: USA, Florida Posts: 247	Re: Where can I get a proper armslate? Quote: (Originally Posted by ScubaDadMiami) The Golem slate comes with one already in it. I think it is a carbon stick. This is similar to a graphite stick but somewhat tougher, and it has shrink wrap type reinforcement around it as well. If the slate comes with regular graphite sticks, that is okay. However, I would suggest going with the carbon sticks once that wears down. Forget wood pencils. The wetting and drying of the wood will cause it to expand and contract, cracking and breaking it. This will allow the point to break off too easily. I have also had pretty good luck with mechanical pencils. Cave Line? I dont need no stinking cave line! I can find my way out of the cave by following my wood golf pencils I have lost while trying to survey :-) Buy them by the box of 100, you will need all them. Use a round piece of PVC pipe. Cut an 8" piece, then cut it in half so you have 2 U shaped 8" peices/ Boil one in a big pan of water until it is soft Wrap a large towel around your selected arm you want to wear it on Fish out the HOT PVC with tongs and gloves on Lay the PVC over the towel and form to your forearm Let cool Trim off corners with a jig saw (I use my big band saw) Sand smooth Make holes for bungee straps Attach a pencil Go Diving OR Save lots of time and buy one from Golem Gear :-)
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