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Made to Measure Drysuits - The ArgonautUpdated a year ago

All about the Fourth Element Argonaut

A Made to Measure drysuit is one that has been custom made to fit your exact measurements, it will ensure that you get the best fit possible and will last you a very long time. The made to measure suits are the ultimate investment and will ensure you have the comfiest dives every time.  As these are made for you specifically they can take up to 12 weeks to make but is very much worth it!

The Argonaut 2.0 drysuit uses the award-winning BIOMAP® system to create a bespoke pattern unique to the diver. At the heart of the pattern, development was the quest for improved mobility, stronger construction, greater streamlining, easier gas management, lighter weight and easier donning and doffing, but most importantly, the introduction of improved men's and women’s patterns that fit beautifully. You can customise your wrist seals, neck seals, dump/inflate valves, boot type, pockets and P-valves to tailor the suit to your needs. 

Each suit comes with Argo Dry Bag , Changing Mat and choice of neoprene hood. Also includes talcum powder, field repair kit, drysuit feed hose and silicone zip lube.

Fourth Element offers this bespoke service to measure you either in-store or in the comfort of your own home - so no need to leave the house! All you need to do is choose your suit and customise it take a look at the online drysuit designer to fully customise your drysuit.

How to order instore

All of our team members are fully trained in assisting you with your choices and will happily set up your order when you visit. We will need to take the BIOMAP®  images and suggest using the Fourth Element J2 set or a thin base layer. Please bring this will you or contact us before you arrive if you are unsure. No need to book an appointment but do consider it can take a little time to go through the drysuit designer and complete your measurements - on busy days this can be extended. (although there is plenty to browse in the store!)

How to order Online

For ordering any of the Argonaut Drysuits contact-free, we do need to set up your home BIOMAP®  measuring/customisation prior to ordering with Fourth Element

Please visit the Drysuit designer - once you complete take a screenshot and email us with the spec you have chosen to [email protected]. We will send you an invoice with the order to your specification. In this email include your shipping address as we will send you the BIOMAP®  to complete at home. The BIOMAP®  Has clear instructions on how to take the images, please send these in the video consult via the chat. Please also ensure these are of high quality for the best measurements :)

Finally, once you have the images please select a Video consultation so we can order your drysuit and upload your images! It is important to go through your order at this time as we will cover the T's and C's and any changes to your order can be made at this time. 

Then sit back and relax, you'll receive updates on its process and as soon as it's done it's ready to be shipped or collected. 





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