Siebe Gorman and Co., in England was one of the earliest manufacturers of deep-sea diving equipment. Sir Robert H. Davis of Siebe Gorman and Co. first wrote DEEP DIVING AND SUBMARINE OPERATIONS in 1909. It has gone through nine editions and still contains the early photographs, drawings, and stories of divers that make this book a classic collector's item.
The book contains information on every facet of diving; chambers, diving bells, rebreathers, scuba gear, heavy gear, armored diving suits, and more.
This ninth edition was reproduced from the seventh edition in 1962. Published in a two-volume hardcover set in reflex blue, gold embossed covers with matching dust jackets. The set comes in a reflex blue presentation slipcase. 712 pages including more than 650 photographs, line drawings and illustrations. Each set individually numbered. If you are interested in diving history, this book is an essential part of any collection. Limited edition of 1,500 copies only Deep Diving and Submarine Operations By Sir Robert H. Davis 712 pages hardbound Price: $200.00 Due to the weight and value of this set, shipping charges will be higher than for all other books we sell.
