Never Tried Metal Detectoring - A Good Starter Detector?

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man2004 Valued Member United States 338 Posts	Posted 08/04/2017 9:49 pm I want to try metal detecting on the beaches and park in Florida. What is a good relatively inexpensive detector for casual use in sand, dirt, etc? I'd probably only go out once per week. I looked at Garrett and Bounty Hunter on Amazon. Should I buy new or used (eBay, Craigslist, pawn shop)? What is a good budget $150-250? Should I look for units with Accessories included? Thank you in advance! Report this Post to the Staff

moxking Rest in Peace United States 17900 Posts	Posted 08/04/2017 9:56 pm 50% of all metal detectors are not used beyond the first year, and many are retired after only a few uses. Consequently, you can find super barely used detectors for great prices. Try a buy add in local paper or Craig's list. Report this Post to the Staff
Illegaltender Pillar of the Community United States 634 Posts	Posted 08/04/2017 11:42 pm , get a good deal on a lightly used machine rather that paying more for less. Report this Post to the Staff
man2004 Valued Member United States 338 Posts	Posted 08/05/2017 03:56 am I'm trying the CL route. I'm waiting on a response from a seller with s Garrett. Thank you! Report this Post to the Staff
fistfulladirt Pillar of the Community United States 4333 Posts	Posted 08/05/2017 04:35 am You'll need a saltwater machine like the AT Pro, about $600. Holds it's value if you decide to sell. Very popular. Don't cheap out on your first purchase, it's why so many become discouraged with metal detecting. When I listen to LED ZEPPELIN...so do my neighbors... Roll hunting since '77 Dirt fishing since '72 Edited by fistfulladirt 08/05/2017 04:37 am Report this Post to the Staff
man2004 Valued Member United States 338 Posts	Posted 08/05/2017 10:36 am How is the White's Prizm IV? I just missed a Garrett. It just sold! Report this Post to the Staff
fistfulladirt Pillar of the Community United States 4333 Posts	Posted 08/05/2017 6:44 pm I dumped Whites after spending $1K on a DFX. I was really dissappointed. When I listen to LED ZEPPELIN...so do my neighbors... Roll hunting since '77 Dirt fishing since '72 Report this Post to the Staff
man2004 Valued Member United States 338 Posts	Posted 08/06/2017 12:30 am That's what I thought. The Garrett's sell quickly. This one has been for sale for a while. Report this Post to the Staff
man2004 Valued Member United States 338 Posts	Posted 08/07/2017 02:04 am I ended up getting the White's for a pretty good price with extras. I tend to procrastinate things. So, I decided to just buy it and get out there. I'm hoping to report some cool finds! Thank you everyone! Report this Post to the Staff
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