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On Fri, 13 Feb 1998 22:51:06 -0500, you wrote:
>Hi.
> I'm curious about the possibility of obtaining a back plate that
>does not have the standard slots for the harness. The standard slots
>position my shoulder straps further out than I'd like, somewhat
>inhibiting my arm movement. Does anyone know if it is possible to get a
>back plate that has slots positioned closer to center so that the
>shoulder straps of the harness come across my collar bones medial to my
>detoids. Do other divers with narrow shoulders have this problem? I
>appreciate any thoughts or ideas.
>
>Thanks,
>Elizabeth
Older-style backplates have a horizontal double slot on to in the
middle of the plate, so the webbing looks something like this:
=3D
/ \
Can't comment on whether this is superior/inferior but it does exist.
A good metal shop could make you one; I could send you a picture ( I
own one) if you want;send me a snailmail address ( I dont have a
scanner yet,sorry)
John Dunk o
Tallahassee,Fl o
screwloose@el*.co* ____o_____
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