Budget - $600 to $750

Typical conditions detecting - mostly land, medium to high mineralization from South Carolina up to Virginia. Possibly 2 to 3 beach trips a year.

Desired targets - relics, coins and jewelry

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So I've been approached about selling an old 4 wheeler I never ride. That with money I can get for selling my entry level machines should give me a decent budget of $600 to $750 to play with. With the above in mind, what machine would you recommend, and why.

A couple of extra details.

I am not above buying a used machine in good condition.

I know the Garrett AT's fit the bill, but looking for other quality recommendations. I'm sure I would hunt the water if I had a waterproof, but that would be a luxury I'd only use a few times a year at best. Are the Whites as good as the hype? Can used E-trac's be had for that money?

You guys seem like a pretty mature group, so I probably don't have to worry. But let me say ahead of time that I'm not looking to start an argument over which is the best detector. I'm just looking to hear some opinions on what would be selected by you tenured guys.

Thanks in advance,,, Jason