The Black Pearl has the same design, construction, and fit as the T1 First Wave, but is made of Yamamoto #38 Rubber with Super Composite Skin. This model offers a very affordable option without sacrificing warmth, comfort, and durability.
The single difference between the FIRST WAVE and the BLACK PEARL is
the type of the rubber. All other features remain the same: the fit,
the construction, and the rubber thickness.
The
FIRST WAVE is made of Yamamoto #39 and the BLACK PEARL is made of #38
rubber. Both are coated on the outside with Yamamoto SCSTM
Super Composite Skin. The #39 rubber is more closed-cell and is
slightly lighter in weight. Because of this, you float better. Also,
the #39 rubber is a slightly more flexible, however this does not imply
that the #38 is not flexible. The #38 is more flexible than the rubber
used by many of our competitors. Combine that with the way our wetsuits
are designed to fit, in addition to our new innovative zipper, and you
likely have the best and second best wetsuit on the market.

How to use this Chart
Find your height and weight on the size chart. This will narrow you down to one or two different sizes.
Bibjohn Size: Find your waist and hip measurements in the chart for your gender. This will be your Bibjohn size.
Pullover Size: Find your chest and waist measurements in the chart for your gender. This will be your Pullover size.
Other factors:
- It is not uncommon for the sizes of Pullover and Bibjohn to be different.
- If you are on the border of two sizes, and you are buying the Black Pearl Model, choose the larger of the two sizes.
- If you are on the border of two sizes, and you are an aggressive swimmer, choose the smaller size.
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