So, how do we purchase? Are you currently selling these on ebay or direct? Paypal for payment?
I do sell on eBay, but there is no advantage as you may end up bidding higher than I would sell them for. I usually post an opening price which is my normal direct selling price. eBay charges extra if I were to list as a 'Buy it Now' so I leave it as an auction.
Many direct buyers end up purchasing more than a few moulds and I give a slight discount at certain levels of sales. I do not give any discount if purchased through eBay; even if they win ten auctions. Those interested may E-Mail me directly at
logicdesign@rogers.com and I will send them a current photo (dated Dec. 5, 2009) and a current price list.
I used to list up to 60 items per month on eBay, but their listing fees, commissions and restricting payment solely through PayPal almost wiped out all of my profit. I do this as a hobby, but I am not about to do it just for eBay's sake.
Thanks for giving me the opportunity to make some sales to your fine members. I have shipped around the world and get some fine feedback. I have NEVER had anyone condemn my moulds. However, there was a fellow on Scubaboard in 2006 who warned people who considered purchasing my 2 pound mould (#7 in the photo) that the belt slot was too small. I measured it and he was right, so I redesigned it. To me that was negative feedback that had a positive effect and I appreciated it.
The 2 pound open mould was my very first mould. I made the original in 1965 when no one (dive shops, that is) would sell me a mould.
Back in the early years, many of us made much of our own equipment (belts, back packs, snorkles, buckles, wet suits, etc.). Many supply items came from war surplus (belting, tanks, gauges, floatation vests, hoses, etc.). There was even a shop in Toronto, Ontario that made two hose regulators from surplus flying equipment and a local club that required that to become a member, they had to fabricate their own re-breather.
There is a great deal of history in all of my moulds and a story behind the design of almost every one. I have even included a section in my memoirs devoted to weight moulds.
BTW -- If you are looking for me on eBay, I am lpojibwa. My feedback score is currently 100%. I work hard to maintain that score.
Thanks again.