Frameless Masks

[Jeff G]

I would like opinions from people who own and use a frameless mask. Which one do they use? Where did they buy it? Why do they like it?
I have one but I'm looking to buy a 2nd mask for my pocket.
Thanks,
Jeff G

[Grin]

Sherwood Mako, or Oceanic Shadow, are the exact same mask (I have one of each). These masks are fairly low volume. That means the lens is closer to your eyes, which means better field of vision. This is something you should look for on any mask you try on. What to look for: Is the lens in relation to the tip of the nose on the mask. On lower volume masks the nose will protrude out from the lens (meaning the lens is closer to your face/eyes). With many larger framed masks, the nose is even, or behind, the lens. Thus the tunnel effect robs you of field of vision. The frameless part of this discussion gains you even more field of vision. It is pretty obvious that, the less frame sticking out beyond the lens the more field of vision you will have. Add low volume and no frame together, and it makes quite a difference.

[cogrwy]

Scubapro Frameless. Bought it at my LDS, used it for two years, really like it. You may or may not like the black skirt, but it's one of the reasons I bought it.

[Charles R]

If you like the one you are using and are looking for a BU for your pocket I suggest that you buy the same one as there will be little to no adjustment needed if you have to switch to your BU mask. Just my 2 PSI.

[mm2002]

I use the Tilos Excel, and it's almost like wearing nothing at all. It's also on the lower end of the price scale. ST has them!

[mwhities]

Oceanic Shadow and a XSScuba low profile mask as a back up.

I'm going to look at the Sherwood Mako that Grin mentioned now...

[caroln]

I like the atomic frameless mask. Really good field of vision compared to my old cressi, and it actually fits thanks to atomic making it in a smaller size. They are not cheap, but they are well worth the price.

[MSilvia]

I use the Tilos frameless I got on scubatoys. It's a great mask, and it's easy to see why Scuba Diving magazine gave it top marks for field of view. What's especially nice is that it's one of the lowest priced options available!

[Martin2]

I love my Atomic frameless. It is very comfortable and the improved field of vision is worth every penny.

[thor]

Atomic Frameless. Why? It's the only one that really fits me. It's a great mask. Low volume, great field of vision. Plus the case it comes in is very cool, although no room for my drops.