How many metal detectors do you own?

[RobW]

Why own more than maybe 2 detectors? You normally get real good at using one primary detector after getting ised to the hobby...usually after the first cheapy detector you try, then buying the MAIN detector. Beyond that, aren't we just diluting our keen knowledge of how to read the main detector we got used to back then?

Sure, I can easily see owning many of these if the hobby has paid for itself already. That isn't the case with a lot of hunters though. I guess I don't see the purpose in owning various detectors, while one that one main unit will always get you to the treasure . Maybe it's like ladies buying shoes to some people.

I have 2 machines. First one got me hooked, the V3i INVESTED my money and I don't need another one. I just don't get it.

martin

It's like any other hobby, they keep coming out with newer, better models, and also we upgrade ($300 to $600 to $1000 to $2000) and you just don't want to get rid of your sweetheart that's been so good to you, and that's your primary back up for if your new sweetheart has to go to the shop (right Al?) then your previous back up isn't worth anything, so you just hang onto it...like all of that other stuff in your attic and garage. Also several of us do different types of detecting and some units are better for different types, such as water detecting.

I have plans to hang my retired detectors on my conference room wall, and put my finds in a display case there....then when clients come in,m they see my stuff, start a conversation, which opens the door to me getting to detect their land!

[MartinL]

It's like any other hobby, they keep coming out with newer, better models, and also we upgrade ($300 to $600 to $1000 to $2000) and you just don't want to get rid of your sweetheart that's been so good to you, and that's your primary back up for if your new sweetheart has to go to the shop (right Al?) then your previous back up isn't worth anything, so you just hang onto it...like all of that other stuff in your attic and garage. Also several of us do different types of detecting and some units are better for different types, such as water detecting.

I have plans to hang my retired detectors on my conference room wall, and put my finds in a display case there....then when clients come in,m they see my stuff, start a conversation, which opens the door to me getting to detect their land!

Good points. I am as bad with my pool cues collected over the last 25 years for some of the same reasons, even though detectors are far more sophisticated compared to a wooden cue of different design. I can easily understand your points though. martin

martin

[coinnut]

Some machines are just better for certain situations, like iron infested sites. But they may not be the best choice for a tot lot, or the beach. If I could afford a lot of them, I would have at least 3 or 4 lol It took me forever to finally get rid of that old White's Eagle I bought many years ago. I remember when it first come out.... a computer on a metal detector You get kinda attached to them and it takes a lot to let them go sometimes

[Dimeman]

In March I had bought 2 new ones which made my count at 4. When I got some use in on the 2 new ones, I sold the 2 older ones.
I am waiting to see what new ones come out this year...might get 1 more.

[wingmaster]

I had to get another MXT as a backup, so I wouldn't be without a working MXT and I can loan it to someone wanting to go detecting. So I have 2 MXT's, I would put the MXT up against any detector for depth, once you get familiar with the MXT you can the get really deep targets on a regular basis.

[kenfen]

Hi Folks,

I had three at one time, all Whites, but sold them off one by one. Just have the E-Trac and I'll not need another for a long time, I've not scratched the surface of what this fine machine will do yet.

Regards, Ken

[Mudder]

Just one, I'm old and it is all that I can swing at any given time.nn <}

[HEAVYMETALNUT]

i have 5 whites silver eagle,eagle spectrum,spectrum XLT.beachunter ID-300 and a minelab XS covered with dust

[kamogawa]

Tesoro Tejon, Silver uMax, Compadre, Fishers F2, early 70s Garret TR non-discriminator & my original '74 detector from the Sears Toy Catalog.

would like to add a Pro-Pointer, Whites MXT Pro and Tesoro Sand Shark

[Vito]

Was in the 5 row, but up to date there are three. And I think these three will cover all my needs.

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Fisher CZ-70 Pro

Tesoro DeLeon

Whites MXT

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Only one thing to mention...not enough time to fullfill every one lol

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[JTGOLD]

as of right now I have only one an M6, but may have two next month thinking of getting a VX3,only time will tell.

[kamogawa]

If you get the new VX3, you will be be the chief advisor about here for everyone who is thinking about getting one. I wish I knew more about it to make a wise decision. I do like the fact that it is programmable.

[BOWSER]

I love the classic whites so i would like to have a collection of the different models. Prism 11 mxt ace150 idx-pro.there are several detectors i would like to try.The prism 11 is the most fun to use and has found as much stuff as the others.

[JTGOLD]

I've been hunting for almost 50 years now and never have owned more than one detector at a time,I never learned to hunt with one in each hand so I will just stick with my M6. |

[OxShoeDrew]

Just opened my new T2. <: Now I have 3 detectors.

[RaZR]

I have 5 detectors! My first was a Bounty Hunter Jr. that i paid $50 to hunt for copper in Michigans upper penninsula. I have about 10 pounds in a bucket.
My latest is the E-Trac. I have an original Vision (#34) upgraded to V3i. A DFX that i use mostly with a Bigfoot coil to sweep large areas. And a BHID for working in the water. I had a prizm IV that i gave to my son in NC.
One is gonna go next season! crying01

[TC-NM]

I started detecting in 1974 using various and heavy detectors including Jetco, Whites & Garretts. Always wanted to try a Compass, but never purchased one.

Presently I have:

1) Original Whites Vision (pre V3) No. 82 off the assembly line. Great Detector!

2) Whites XL Pro (analog Meter) One hellava machine. Deadly accurate!

3) 6000/Di Professional (old blue box) As good as it gets for analog. . . Long live the 6000's!

Recently I just picked up a:

4) Tesoro Vaquero with stock coil. Nice and light. I think I'm going to like this one.

TC-NM

[size=1t]Update:

I recently sold the 6000/Di Professional. . . I just don't want to be catagorized as a Hoarder!

[zachattack]

I own one detector.......a strapping battle-tested ACE250!

....but I have been taking an occasional peek at minelab's website. It seems that they have a nifty little machine called an E-trac!!! hahahah thumbsup01

[POKIE73]

at the moment i have 4 detectors brand new e trac whites xlt ace 250 and 150 latst one is for sale dennis

[Rob L]

I've had five different ones ,but I'm down to two. An XLT and a DFX. I like both, but I think the DFX goes a little deeper. I've used the XLT more, and have made more finds with it, ButI haven't had the DFX as long. There both fine detectors. |