You're right! That is why I bought one. I think it goes deeper on a saltwater beach than on land. But how often do you see a post that simply puts a detector down, as if it was inoperable? I like to go detecting and skip all the pennies! The cz won't do that. I like target ID . The Shadow doesn't have it! Are they good machines? YES! But my best finds have been with the XLT. I have FUN with it, and THAT is what counts. But if you see me on the beach, I will have my cz7. You won't catch me bad-mouthing another detector in the name of "Competitive Spirit" because I don't think it makes either one of us better. Except Bounty Hunters. Sheesh.

• That IS what counts..... Badger in NH 12:58:47 1/24/2000 (0)