"Diver" By Tony Groom

kiwi_diver · 5th March 2008, 19:56

I caught a mention of this book on a Rebreather World post by one of the UK lads a couple of weeks ago and thought I'd track down a copy and have a read.

I ended up buying direct from his web site DIVER DIVER. A diving book. Diving, scuba, saturation, a life under water. and it was delivered UK to NZ within a week.

A most interesting account of Tony's diving experiences, from enlistment in the RN as a Diver through CD duty in the South Pacific and then the Falklands to Sat diving in civvie street. He actually trained on, and used in earnest, a CDBA as seen on Dave Suttons site.

Anyway, I've enjoyed reading it and I'm sure others who take the time to buy a copy will as well.

marinetek1 · 6th March 2008, 15:58

I've had the book on Amazon backorder for several months and received it last week prior to a week's holiday - great timing!

It's a good read especially around the Navy training and Falklands conflict. The sections on commercial diving were interesting but ran dry towards the end.

Good pictures - recommended read!

Celia_E · 19th April 2008, 02:27

Just finished the book, after my husband (Scott ) did (it was a present to him).

Loved it!

As former US ARmy helicopter pilots and war vets we can both relate quite a bit, I highly recommend the read. Written in easy style (it's like you're there) and humorous (with sobering bits too) it's easy reading and enjoyable.

Thank you Tony!

Dive safe,

Celia

Groupie59 · 9th June 2008, 20:29

Celia

Tony Groom here. Thanks for that. I'm glad you enjoyed it. I've got the bug sooo bad I'm now more than half way through my first ever novel, and guess what? He happens to be an Ex RN re-breather diver! Well, they say write about what you know!

Tony

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Groupie59 · 9th June 2008, 20:31

It's a good read especially around the Navy training and Falklands conflict. The sections on commercial diving were interesting but ran dry towards the end.

Good pictures - recommended read![/quote]

Ran Dry toward the end? Very funny. I'm gonna cry myself to sleep now!

Tony

Groupie59 · 9th June 2008, 20:34

Cheers Ray

Glad you enjoyed it. I've lost track of re-breathers. It would appear you are wearing a storm troopers back pack from star wars in the picture below your name!

Thanks again Tony

DIVER DIVER. A diving book. Diving, scuba, saturation, a life under water.

hchoat · 10th June 2008, 01:02

A friend loaned me this book a week ago and I was unable to put it down. It is a hilarious and, at times, poignant look at the author's career as a diver, first as a Royal Navy Clearance Diver, and then as a commercial oil field diver. The author's lack of pretension and self effacing humor, as well as the subject matter, make for an entertaining and informative read.

I particularly liked reading about the author's experiences in the Falklands. I was only a kid when the Falkland's Conflict occured, and know very little about it- but reading this book has inspired me to learn more!

After reading the book, I have to say that Tony Groom sounds like a great guy, and one I'd love to buy a pint for. Thanks, Tony!!

(also posted on Amazon)

Heather

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kiwi_diver Alias - Ray Mansell Current Rebreather/s: Other SCR Other Rebreather/s: Other SCR Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Auckland, New Zealand Posts: 155	"Diver" By Tony Groom I caught a mention of this book on a Rebreather World post by one of the UK lads a couple of weeks ago and thought I'd track down a copy and have a read. I ended up buying direct from his web site DIVER DIVER. A diving book. Diving, scuba, saturation, a life under water. and it was delivered UK to NZ within a week. A most interesting account of Tony's diving experiences, from enlistment in the RN as a Diver through CD duty in the South Pacific and then the Falklands to Sat diving in civvie street. He actually trained on, and used in earnest, a CDBA as seen on Dave Suttons site. Anyway, I've enjoyed reading it and I'm sure others who take the time to buy a copy will as well. __________________ Ray. == Latitude 36 South, where the deeper you dive, the warmer it gets! ==
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marinetek1 New Member Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Buckinghamshire, UK Posts: 14	Re: "Diver" By Tony Groom I've had the book on Amazon backorder for several months and received it last week prior to a week's holiday - great timing! It's a good read especially around the Navy training and Falklands conflict. The sections on commercial diving were interesting but ran dry towards the end. Good pictures - recommended read!
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Celia_E New Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: North Florida Posts: 79	Re: "Diver" By Tony Groom Just finished the book, after my husband (Scott ) did (it was a present to him). Loved it! As former US ARmy helicopter pilots and war vets we can both relate quite a bit, I highly recommend the read. Written in easy style (it's like you're there) and humorous (with sobering bits too) it's easy reading and enjoyable. Thank you Tony! Dive safe, Celia __________________ "We are now a two Meg family!!!"
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Groupie59 New Member Current Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Portsmouth England Posts: 21	Re: "Diver" By Tony Groom Celia Tony Groom here. Thanks for that. I'm glad you enjoyed it. I've got the bug sooo bad I'm now more than half way through my first ever novel, and guess what? He happens to be an Ex RN re-breather diver! Well, they say write about what you know! Tony YouTube - Deeps47's Channel
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Groupie59 New Member Current Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Portsmouth England Posts: 21	Re: "Diver" By Tony Groom It's a good read especially around the Navy training and Falklands conflict. The sections on commercial diving were interesting but ran dry towards the end. Good pictures - recommended read![/quote] Ran Dry toward the end? Very funny. I'm gonna cry myself to sleep now! Tony
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Groupie59 New Member Current Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Portsmouth England Posts: 21	Re: "Diver" By Tony Groom Cheers Ray Glad you enjoyed it. I've lost track of re-breathers. It would appear you are wearing a storm troopers back pack from star wars in the picture below your name! Thanks again Tony DIVER DIVER. A diving book. Diving, scuba, saturation, a life under water. Last edited by Groupie59 : 9th June 2008 at 20:39. Reason: Link added
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hchoat Resident Selkie Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL- USA Posts: 220	Re: "Diver" By Tony Groom A friend loaned me this book a week ago and I was unable to put it down. It is a hilarious and, at times, poignant look at the author's career as a diver, first as a Royal Navy Clearance Diver, and then as a commercial oil field diver. The author's lack of pretension and self effacing humor, as well as the subject matter, make for an entertaining and informative read. I particularly liked reading about the author's experiences in the Falklands. I was only a kid when the Falkland's Conflict occured, and know very little about it- but reading this book has inspired me to learn more! After reading the book, I have to say that Tony Groom sounds like a great guy, and one I'd love to buy a pint for. Thanks, Tony!! (also posted on Amazon) Heather __________________ Duct tape is like the force... it has a light side and dark side, and it holds the universe together.
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