OctoBlue Sea Slender Mask

Quick answer: The OctoBlue Sea Slender is a low-volume mask with a comfortable double-edge silicone skirt, tempered glass and a swivel, adjustable silicone strap. OctoBlue rates it for medium to large faces, and it's priced as a solid value pick.

Why bigger divers look at it

Don't let the name fool you. "Slender" describes the low-profile look, not the fit. OctoBlue sizes this mask for medium to large faces, and the double-edge skirt gives a broader face two sealing surfaces to work with. That usually means a better seal with less strap tension, which is the difference between a comfortable dive and a headache.

The swivel strap adjusts easily and lets the strap angle settle naturally on the back of a larger head.

What it does well

Low internal volume keeps clearing and equalizing simple. The design gives a broad peripheral view so you can track your buddy and the reef around you. It's a dependable, no-fuss mask for scuba and snorkeling, and a good backup mask for your save-a-dive kit.

What you get

• Comfortable double-edge silicone skirt
• Sized for medium to large faces
• Low-volume design
• Tempered glass for safety
• Broad peripheral view
• Swivel, adjustable silicone mask strap

Options

• Colors: Black frame with black silicone, Blue frame with clear silicone

Before you buy

Hold it to your face without the strap and breathe in gently through your nose. It should stay put without pressure at your temples or nose pocket. Read How to Fit a Dive Mask. More options: Wide-Fit Scuba Masks for Larger Faces.