Decent Metal detector in the $300 - $500 range.

uglymailman

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I've been thinking the same thing and have watched several posts like this on this site. You'll get several answers but most will ask if you are searching for coins and relics, gold nuggets or working in water. There will be suggestions on watching Craig's list or looking at some vendors on this site for a used unit. Others will tell you a $59.00 Harbor Freight machine will work. I'll be watching this post. Good luck.
 

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BDL69

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Thanks mailman, good luck to you as well in your search.
 

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BDL69

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Thanks for the link RTR. Going to check them out!
 

Loco-Digger

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F75 LTD, 1280X Aquanaut, & a Patriot (back-up/loaner)
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What machine did you used to swing? Do you need new or are you okay with used. There are many used higher dollar machines in your price range. What features would you like to see?
 

Icewing

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Jan 5, 2016
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Minelab X-Terra 705 Gold / Garrett PropointerAT.
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Yep it depends a lot on what you want to find and where, and don't forget to include a quality pinpointer in your budget.
 

wingmaster

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Aug 10, 2009
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Detector(s) used
White's MXT all pro, MXT300 D2, 950, 4X6 DD, detech ultimate 13" DD coils
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If your ok with used, you would get more for your money that way. You could get a used MXT that's as deep as any top end detector with the right coil, that way you wouldn't need to upgrade. HH
 

RustyGold

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Aug 16, 2013
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XP Deus I & II
Xterra Pro
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Ok here goes... I’d save up another $100 and look into the Minelab Equinox 600. I believe it has enough features that you won’t out grow it. The return on investment would probably be greater should you decide to sell it later.
My 2 zincolns!
Good luck!
 

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BDL69

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Jun 26, 2013
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Hey guys, I used to have a Garrett AT Pro. Really liked it, considering another. Live up in Northern, WI so have time before I'll actually be able to get out. LOL. I am not opposed to buying used if I can find a good deal. Thanks
 

Gare

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Dec 30, 2012
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Presently using Deus 2's & have Minelabs, Nokta's Tesoro's DEus's Have them all . Have WAY to many need to get rid of some
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=you will be happy with it , I even have a couple of them i would like to get rid of
 

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BDL69

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Gare, why get rid of them?
 

IowaRelic

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Jul 29, 2018
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Alabama from Iowa
Detector(s) used
Makro Multi Kruzer
Teknetics T2 SE
Teknetics Omega 8000 V4
Fisher Gold Bug Pro
Tesoro Vaquero
Tesoro Compadre
Primary Interest:
Relic Hunting
Teknetics T2 bundle with Tek-Point and digger. 549 everywhere you look. Fair deal.
 

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BDL69

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Thanks for all the good advice guys!
 

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