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Post by MetalMarc on Jan 2, 2004 18:44:08 GMT -5
I started metal detecting about 3 years ago and until I discovered this forum I never found anybody to discuss metal detecting with. I would add that MD is becoming an obsession with me. I bought my one and only machine, a Fisher 1236 x2, without really knowing what I was buying. Reading about all the great old coins people are finding makes me want to get a better detector. I found a 1921 Silver dollar at the beach once, but have never found a wheatie or any other silver coins. From what I gather a lot of people seem to like the Explorer. I want to buy an excellent detector that I can use on land and that I can also bring into the surf as well as use snorkling or scuba diving. Any advice on what my next metal detector purchase ought to be would be appreciated. Thanks.
Marc
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Post by LodiTom on Jan 2, 2004 19:10:18 GMT -5
Hey Marc Dean & Tanya do good with the Minelab Excaliber.It's mainly for water hunting,but they have made some great find's with it on land.Also white's make's a good one the PI and can be used on land and water.I think tesero has the sandshark.That's about all I know,Jeff,Dale or Paul should be able to give you some better advice as to which one's are better.HH,Tom
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Post by Jeff Kinzli on Jan 2, 2004 22:59:55 GMT -5
Marc, detectors that you can take snorkeling and also use on land limits you quite a bit.
There are 2 that I can think of that will cover both reasonably well...the Minelab Excalibur and the Fisher CZ20.
Minelab is apparently coming out with a new version of the Excalibur, so you might be able to find some of those cheap in the near future. IMHO, they work very well, but so does the CZ20. They're both very heavy though, and will tire you if you want to use it on the turf.
The Explorer works great on the turf and on the beach, but isn't waterproof. It has the depth meter, visual ID, and lots of great features.
If you're only getting one machine, and you want to take it scuba diving, I'd get an Excalibur.
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Post by mdr on Jan 10, 2004 23:48:25 GMT -5
Hello everyone. I just expanded www.metaldetectorreviews.net and added a new category (basic / beginner) to the list. Due to so many emails and frequently asked questions posted on this and other forums, I think that it would be of some use to the newcomers of this wonderful hobby. If you haven't ever visited metaldetectorreviews.net you should stop by today! We also have other categories of metal detectors where actual users can leave their feedback about their particular model. New features will also be added to the site in the near future. |
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Post by AlamedaGayle on Jan 11, 2004 13:54:23 GMT -5
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Post by mdr on Jan 11, 2004 22:43:09 GMT -5
Thanks AG! ;D
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Post by AgileMJOLNIR on Jan 11, 2004 23:43:26 GMT -5
I prefer Minelab or Whites  |
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