McNETT® - Essentials for AdventureTM

Knife Care

  • Dive Knives

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    • Dive Knives

      Proper Knife Usage

      Knives are essential tools for every diver. Use your knife to cut away from entanglements, to examine under rocks, and to bang on your tank to get your buddy’s attention. Mount knife on your B.C. vest or leg for easy access.

    • Dive Knives

      Knife Cleaning

      To clean and protect your McNett® Knife:

      Step 1:

      Use a flathead screwdriver to pop out the 4 pins.

    • Dive Knives

      Step 2:

      Carefully remove the blade.

    • Dive Knives

      Step 3:

      Wash blade and handle with fresh water and Wet Suit & Dry Suit Shampoo to remove debris and residue. Dry completely.

      Step 4:

      Spray with silicone for added protection against corrosion.

Find more great tips like these in our Repair Guide

  • B.C. Cleaning & Care

    B.C. Cleaning & Care

    B.C. Life™ removed 4 tablespoons of salt from one B.C. (left) - some of the crystals were 1” wide! Salt crystals will abrade your B.C. bladder, hoses, O-rings and valves, irreversibly damaging this vital piece of gear.
  • BCD Maintenance

    BCD Maintenance

    In addition to regular cleaning, a few simple checks after each dive will help keep your B.C. in top condition: Look for small tears and punctures, loose stitching and stressed fasteners. Repair with Aquaseal to prevent further damage. Check for leaks by pressurizing the B.C. using the oral or power inflator, then submerging the B.C in a tub of water. Slowly rotate the B.C. in all directions, keeping an eye out for air bubbles. Mark the location of the leak, allow the B.C. to dry,then repair with Aquaseal.