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Workshop where Lionel made his own scuba gear..

of the variety available at the time; Horns from Mercedes and Porsche cars and from JAWA , PAL , Ducati and Vespa motorcycles were amongst the popular ones. It seems the idea spread right across many European countries, particularly those which were then part of the old USSR. Today, these diving regulators are collector’s items and proof that whilst necessity might be the mother of invention, the home handyman could not be beaten for enterprise and a sharp eye. I wonder just how many motorists found themselves robbed of such a vital driving component as their vehicle horn, an instrument which is so very popular on the crowded narrow streets of Europe? If you would like more information about diving pioneers, contact the Historical Diving Society Australia-Pacific by email at: info@historicaldivingsociety.com.au or visit our website www.historicaldivingsociety.com.au or Facebook https://m.facebook.com/groups/120950924589540/

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