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New Member
United States
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I'm interested in starting metal detecting as a hobby and was wondering what an affordable quality model would be for a beginner. Thanks in advance and links appreciated!
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Pillar of the Community
United Kingdom
1351 Posts |
I would look no further than a Garrett machine 150 or 250.Both cheap as chips and excellent.You can always move on but they hold their prices.I have a 250 and love it.Less than $200.I'm based in UK and very happy.A lot of the £1000+ detector boys have one in the car as a back up.
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New Member
 United States
39 Posts |
Thanks! I'll definitely look into it!
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Valued Member
United States
158 Posts |
The most notable beginner units are the Tesoro Compadre (no pping and can't switch coils), the Fisher f2 (pping and about $200), and the Garrett Ace 250 ( pping, and about $200).
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Pillar of the Community
United States
4333 Posts |
Looking back, I can honestly say that you'd be throwing your money away.
When I listen to LED ZEPPELIN...so do my neighbors...
Roll hunting since '77
Dirt fishing since '72
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Pillar of the Community
United States
1211 Posts |
I disagree. I owned an Ace 150 and a Fisher F2. When I was ready to upgrade, I basically got my money back on both machines. You will outgrow either machine quickly though...
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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I used a bounty hunter tracker IV for two seasons. Cashed in on over $1,000.00 in coins, gold and silver etc. Under $90.00 new shipped to my door. ( Amazon) Paid for itself 10X's over. Lightweight and easy to use. Just use it and learn the tones etc. |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
4333 Posts |
Is it too late to retract my reply? You guys sound like you did good with the low-end machines. I'm sorry if it sounded like I slammed them.
When I listen to LED ZEPPELIN...so do my neighbors...
Roll hunting since '77
Dirt fishing since '72
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Don't get me wrong, I think a mid level machine is your best bet (AT Pro, etc)! It all depends on what you plan on doing with this hobby. If you plan on detecting as a fairly regular hobby, you WILL outgrow an entry level machine very fast. If you only plan on doing some very limited/casual detecting then an entry level machine will do you just fine.
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Pillar of the Community
Canada
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 , nothing wrong with a low price starter, but if you get the MD Fever, you will certainly want to upgrade later, my first machine was a bounty hunter 80$, and within 4 months I bought one with more bells and whistles, I will give the first one to my grandson when he is big enough.. have fun with your new hobby, make sure you buy some patience when you buy your machine, and I strongly recommend practicing in your backyard until you are familiar with the sounds and such. good hunting. |
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Moderator
 United States
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ACE 250
swcoin.ecrater.com
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Pillar of the Community
United Kingdom
1568 Posts |
CScope 6mxi. Excellent machine. Have used the 250 before, not bad for a novice but you will move on very quickly....if you dont get bored with trash ;)
You will never soar like an eagle if you hang around with turkeys.....
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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I used a bounty hunter tracker IV for two seasons. That's almost exactly like my metal detector. My mother bought it for me about 15-20 years ago and I never really used it until I decided to dust it off and start trying to coin shoot. It works pretty well! I just wish it had a depth indicator. |
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Valued Member
Brazil
117 Posts |
I´m considering to buy a Garrett Ace 250 to begin my treasure hunting.
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New Member
United States
47 Posts |
I have an ACE 150 on the way. Pretty excited....
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Valued Member
United States
477 Posts |
Is the 250 suitable to use at saltwater beaches? Can the coil get wet and still function properly?
Rick
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Posted 03/12/2013 10:13 pm
