You answered WHY those on the other forum gave such hype about the machine and that would be SALES. The main one over there uses the forum as a sales tool through private messages. I'm not saying that the V3i is not a good machine but if everyones experience is like mine then I have to readjust my machine for every different area I hunt. The ground constanly changes around here from one thats very mineralized to one that is not and it does get a bit frustrating at times. Just when I think I'm doing everything right then I learn that there is a slight change I need to make to get that extra bit of depth. When I'm not in the mood for all the changes I take my MXT along which never fails me. I don't think I'll be selling the V3i anytime soon though. My Dad always said,If someone makes something out to be the greatest thing then you better get a second opinion or they are a salesman.