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I like the idea of the digital pressure gauge which led to to the Sekhmet ones being on sale for $38?.. Seeing that and researching then led me to a post saying that the gauge leaks and not to buy it. Is that the consensus here, that the 25mm Sekhmet leaks, cs non existent and not to buy? I see a few 25mm ones at other stores, that look the same size as that one as well.. Also not sure where the Sekhmet direct website purchases come from as the more expensive 28mm one is also only $96.. Do ship from China or USA? Shipping FAQ seemed to indicate if shipping from USA there would be duty or something. So could someone who's owned one of the 25mm Sekhmet digi gauges educate me?
 
Based on your recommendation, I ordered one like yours from talon tunes here in the states.. I went so far as to take electrical tape and wrap it around the existing gauge to see how far out 18.5 mm would be and it's not too bad. If it had come with that gauge in the first place I probably wouldn't have thought anything about the size at all. Thanks for the advice!!
 
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MACTEN said:
I like the idea of the digital pressure gauge which led to to the Sekhmet ones being on sale for $38?.. Seeing that and researching then led me to a post saying that the gauge leaks and not to buy it. Is that the consensus here, that the 25mm Sekhmet leaks, cs non existent and not to buy? I see a few 25mm ones at other stores, that look the same size as that one as well.. Also not sure where the Sekhmet direct website purchases come from as the more expensive 28mm one is also only $96.. Do ship from China or USA? Shipping FAQ seemed to indicate if shipping from USA there would be duty or something. So could someone who's owned one of the 25mm Sekhmet digi gauges educate me?
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If you read both of my posts about the newer 25mm Sekhmet gauges and are still considering buying one, all I can say is that you've been warned. Is it a coincidence that a pretty much brand new product has been permanently marked down by 50% shortly after it was introduced? Doesn't that seem to tell you what they think of their own product?

Even if those 25mm gauges worked without leaks, they're not worth the asking price due to the hard to read, non-backlit LCD screen and overall lack of functionality. There are considerably way better options out there for your money; why would you want to buy from a company that multiple members here have told you will give you crap service?
 
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If you read both of my posts about the newer 25mm Sekhmet gauges and are still considering buying one, all I can say is that you've been warned. Is it a coincidence that a pretty much brand new product has been permanently marked down by 50% shortly after it was introduced? Doesn't that seem to tell you what they think of their own product?

Even if those 25mm gauges worked without leaks, they're not worth the asking price due to the hard to read, non-backlit LCD screen and overall lack of functionality. There are considerably way better options out there for your money; why would you want to buy from a company that multiple members here have told you will give you crap service?
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There are two different 25mm gauges. One that you seem to have purchased with probably 2 pins of front. It's on sale for $38 now.. And a second 25mm gauge that has 4 pins and is considered higher quality. No members have told me anything at all other than the one that said his is a good buy.
And I didn't buy directly from them but a trusted vendor in the AG community. Thanks for the advice though!
cheaper 2 pin unlit 25mm
More expensive 4 pin backlit 25mm

This is from your post... and you have pictured the turd on the right you bought. I didn't buy that one. :)

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I have the higher priced one on my Leshiy 2 with no leaks. I ordered mine from Huma Air. Some members may have had issues but not all. I have three of the Sekhmet gauges and they have worked well for me.
You can find good and bad reviews but in the end it is your decision and you have to deal with it. It’s just like everything else one will purchase; some will like it and others won’t. Some folks love a certain manufacturer while others despise them.
 
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There are two different 25mm gauges. One that you seem to have purchased with probably 2 pins of front. It's on sale for $38 now.. And a second 25mm gauge that has 4 pins and is considered higher quality. No members have told me anything at all other than the one that said his is a good buy.
And I didn't buy directly from them but a trusted vendor in the AG community. Thanks for the advice though!
cheaper 2 pin unlit 25mm
More expensive 4 pin backlit 25mm

This is from your post... and you have pictured the turd on the right you bought. I didn't buy that one. :)

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The two-pin is just a digital pressure gauge and doesn't have the features of the original Sekhmet. It tells it in the item description.
I didn't know they made just digital pressure gauges which is a plus. I don't need the features if I'm only monitoring pressure. I can see using this for the two regulators on M3 and placing the original on the bottle end for shot count/AIR USAGE.
 
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MACTEN said:
There are two different 25mm gauges. One that you seem to have purchased with probably 2 pins of front. It's on sale for $38 now.. And a second 25mm gauge that has 4 pins and is considered higher quality. No members have told me anything at all other than the one that said his is a good buy.
And I didn't buy directly from them but a trusted vendor in the AG community. Thanks for the advice though!
cheaper 2 pin unlit 25mm
More expensive 4 pin backlit 25mm

This is from your post... and you have pictured the turd on the right you bought. I didn't buy that one. :)

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Yes, if you're going to support that crap company, at least do yourself a favor and get the higher priced, multi-function, backlit 25mm $96'ish gauge. The marked down $38.99 single function, non-backlit one is pure garbage - hence the fire sale price. As I stated in my posts, I've used their 28mm gauges for several years and they have worked well. But this recent experience with the company itself has made me want to replace all of my Sekhmet gauges - I just haven't found a suitable replacement yet.
 
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I also have 4 of the original 28mm gauges, directly from Sekhmet, and have had no problems. I have the Flash attachment as well. My only complaint would be the battery life on the first one I bought, subpar at best, less than a few days in the field. The next flash update increased the life by double. Subsequent units have a much better battery life. No failures yet. I am looking as @yenniedn is for the next one...

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Yes, if you're going to support that crap company, at least do yourself a favor and get the higher priced, multi-function, backlit 25mm $96'ish gauge. The marked down $38.99 single function, non-backlit one is pure garbage - hence the fire sale price. As I stated in my posts, I've used their 28mm gauges for several years and they have worked well. But this recent experience with the company itself has made me want to replace all of my Sekhmet gauges - I just haven't found a suitable replacement yet.
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I purchased the higher priced 25mm one with 4 pins unlike the 25mm one you got stuck with. I didn't pay $96 though.. It was $120 from a US vendor.
 
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I have digital gauges and they are just annoying! To check tank pressure when filling or getting ready to stop fill the screen would turn off just as the number approach 250 every time without fail. Then as I cock and pull the trigger with one hand while holding the gun with the other hand the screen would turn off so I need a third hand.

I swear these fancy digital gauges are made for people with 3 hands only.
 
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qball said:
I have digital gauges and they are just annoying! To check tank pressure when filling or getting ready to stop fill the screen would turn off just as the number approach 250 every time without fail. Then as I cock and pull the trigger with one hand while holding the gun with the other hand the screen would turn off so I need a third hand.

I swear these fancy digital gauges are make for people with 3 hands only.
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This will be on the reg to tune and likely come off once the pressure is set when I want it.. Unless it doesn't annoy me of course in which case it stays on.
 
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II tried the high dollar Sekhmet. Twice even and had poor luck with them. the company could not be contacted for support. The dealer gave me my money back but it left a bad taste in my mouth for Sekhmet.
Others have had really good experiences with them.
I switched to the Airmarksman digital and have had no problems. Running them as the second reg gauge on 3 guns without issue.
qball, the Airmarksman also share the annoying LED time out at critical moments.
 
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