Paintwork finish on Aquatica housings

No paint (or any other) problems with my Aquatica D2x housing - in heavy use since October 05. By the way, congrats to Aquatica for an excellent product.

Regards,

Michael

mpostock.com

My D100 housing from Aquatica, which uses that gold paint mentioned, has suffered quite a bit of chipping and bubbling. This includes quite a bit right where the port connects to the housing. Despite this, the housing hasn't leaked a drop and although the paint is a little ugly, the housing itself is in perfect shape. I was concerned about the paint for a while, but the housing is built like a rock and I haven't the smallest complaint. Aquatica makes a strong product. Everything is simple, and gets the job done.. meaning I don't pay for anything I don't need. It keeps the water out and all the controls work-- why would I pay for anything more? (especially just because of a little chipping paint).

i am waiting on my Aquatica d200

I've had enough Aquatica housings that I've just plain come to expect an easily chipped paint job.

I know a durable finish can be done... I can think of a zillion (okay, a lot) of aluminum products that don't flake when looked at cross-eyed.

Every brand is a trade-off, though. In spite of the nasty paint, I am still loyal.

All the best, James