In 1973, horse collar safety vests, SharkSkin wetsuits, black rubber masks and fins, were standard equipment. Low pressure inflators for B.C.'s dive computers, and silicone masks weren't invented yet. The Aluminum 80 cubic foot tank had been out for less than one year. This was when North Atlantic Scuba got it's start. At that time, NAS was seasonally operated, and shut down from October to April.
Within two years, business was conducted year-round, although in the off season it was on a limited basis. The current ownership was established over twenty six years ago in 1979.
Since it's beginnings, North Atlantic Scuba (through NAUI and PADI) has certified thousands of scuba divers. Within some families, three generations have discovered the thrill of diving at NAS! Since 1973 North Atlantic Scuba has put well over one million pounds of air (the actual weight of the air itself) into scuba tanks.
Today, North Atlantic Scuba has one of the largest selections of scuba and snorkeling equipment in New England (all of it competitively priced!). The total inventory of NAS is two to three times more than most dive stores; so most items are in stock, making special orders rare.
The service department can handle all repairs, alterations, and normal service on your equipment with a quick turnaround. Service done at NAS is always 'done right' the first time. The air system employs three high-pressure compressors, a high-pressure booster, over 8000 cubic feet of storage air, and nine filling attachments, so there's never a wait to fill a tank. The rental program has top-notch gear that is properly maintained, so renting equipment is a pleasure.
If you like Caribbean diving, NAS sponsors trips, and has all the gear you'll need for a warm water scuba vacation. Over the years, islands like Cayman (Grand, Little, Brac), Bonaire, Cozumel, Turks, Caicos, Roatan, and many others have been visited.
Whether you're an expert scuba diver, or someone who doesn't know what scuba or snorkeling is, our staff would like to make North Atlantic Scuba your one stop, full-service, diving and snorkeling center. Check out the rest of our web site, or, even better, stop by the store and see for yourself.