When you answer please provide a list of basic scuba equipment with prices, and a list of scuba accessories with prices. Scuba Diving not snorkel please

whats the best type of scuba equipment by brand? best for the lowest price? I just dont feel comfortable putting a rented reg in my mouth!

I use club equipment but want to start building up my own stash. What, and in what order, should I get? I wear glasses so don't worry about goggles, Mum said she'd get me a prescription pair for my birthday. Thanks! Lots of good answer so I'm putting it to the vote- thanks!

Are there any airlines out there that realize that scuba divers travel to exotic locations with their heavy gear and have added dive equipment into the free luggage allowance? Golf equipment and surfboards already are common so why not dive gear?