My name is Ricky and I am new to the hobby. I own a Whites V3. I probably should have started with a less complicated machine but after my research I settled on this unit because I wanted what I felt was the best I could afford and did not want to have to upgrade shortly after I made my initial purchase. It is my first detector of any kind. I live in the Chicagoland area of Illinois and would love to go on a hunt with someone in my area who can show me how this machine works or can give me general detecting tips. Show me the ropes so to speak.