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  1. 02-15-2011, 12:19 PM #1
    Hicky
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    I am New to AD

    forum and just getting interested in metal detecting. Will be trying to decide what detector would be best for me. I have a friend, who is a member here, that has kinda got my interest up with the hobby and will be going with him. I have cerebral palsy and will have to have a light weight detector but want one that has good depth. I look forward to checking out this whole forum and seeing the awesome finds everyone is making.
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  2. 02-15-2011, 12:33 PM #2
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    Welcome to American Detectorist Hicky. thumbsup01

    Glad to see you are interested in starting this hobby... it is very rewarding.

    There is lots of great information here and many very knowledgeable folks onboard very willing to share tips.

    Looking forward to your posts.
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    Re: I am New to AD

    hello Hicky and welcome to the forum , Tesoro's are some of the lightest detectors made and are very capable machines and with lifetime warranties . they would be a great choice of detector to consider .

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    Re: I am New to AD

    Hey Hicky !!
    Welcome to the forum from the frozen corn fields of Illinois!!
    I think Del is right on with the Tesoro .
    I've never used one but I've heard alot of good things about them
    The White's Prizm models and the Garrett Ace models come to mind also.
    Enjoy the forum and don't be hesitant to ask questions
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    Welcome to the forum
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    Big welcome to ya Hicky!!!! Hope you find the right detector and am looking forward to seeing your finds!! ENJOY <: <: <: <: <:
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    Welcome Hicky!
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    Welcome from a beach somewhere in California! thumbsup01 8)
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  9. 02-15-2011, 05:15 PM #9
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    Re: I am New to AD

    Hello Hicky and welcome Looking forward to seeing which detector you get and the finds you make
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  10. 02-15-2011, 05:44 PM #10
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    Welcome, great to have you here.
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  11. 02-15-2011, 06:05 PM #11
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    welcome hicky . what a great hobby.. it beats the pants off of building model airplanes
    im an american proud and free, a son of the south dont tread on me
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    Re: I am New to AD

    Welcome Hicky happydance02 <:

    You are going to love the American Detectorist Forum and the hobby too!

    Cant wait to see which detector you choose and what your first finds are.

    Better buckle up! This hobby is a trip happydance02
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  13. 02-15-2011, 06:37 PM #13
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    Welcome aboard Hicky. Can wait to see your finds after you get going a bit. Have fun and enjoy yourself.
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    Welcome from the still western part of Massachusetts. I have to warn you...this hobby is very addictive lol Once you start to see coins and relics come from the ground, there is no turning back. It is a very exciting hobby. I think the Tesoro is a good choice, as is Garrett's 350 and you may even want to look at the new Coinmaster from Whites. Take your time and find the right machine for you. Can't wait to see what you find In the meantime, have a look around and enjoy the forum.
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    Welcome to the forum!

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  16. 02-15-2011, 11:18 PM #16
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    Nice to have You Here !! You'll love this hobby thumbsup01
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    Welcome aboard Hicky thumbsup01
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  18. 02-16-2011, 09:18 AM #18
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    Hi there and welcome to the forum
    This is a great place to learn about metal detecting!
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  19. 02-16-2011, 01:37 PM #19
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    welcome...

    As coinnut said...this hobby is very addictive so you have been warned.... lol

    Hope you can handle a new vice such as this it start consuming you every waking moment... rofl
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  20. 02-16-2011, 03:02 PM #20
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    welcome aboard Hicky, lots of good folks here to teach ya the ropes, jump right in!!!
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