Is it worth $15

[Greysquirrel]

Looking for a MD and have just about settled on a Fisher F2 but that will have to wait till after the new year, in the meantime I have got a lead on a Bounty Hunter TR 550-D that I may be able to pick up for $15. Now I know this is probably around 40 years old as I have found that they were sold in the 70's for around $60. Now if I pay $15 for it am I just throwing money away. I think I could probably get my money back or let my wife use it when I get a new one. Then again I will probably get the BH and she will claim the new machine for herself,
Any how is it worth 15 bucks if I can get it.

 

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[jeff of pa]

for $15.00 you can hang it on your wall & throw darts at it , if it doesn't work.

In other words for that price it's worth a Try. Good Luck

 

[cactusrat]

If it works then it will do until you get the F2.

Wife’s! What is theirs is theirs. What is yours is theirs. Always buy two of everything. That way you have a slim chance of having one.

 

[Greysquirrel]

Well the guy that gave me the lead got it wrong, the seller wants $55 firm. This is a 1982 model so that makes it 31 years old and I'm not willing to pay that much for that old a MD with that old technology, I may be wrong but I think I will wait and see if some newer used model comes along even if I have to pay more I think I will be better off. If nothing comes along the I will just wait till after the New Year and get the F2.
I will keep my eyes open for Christmas specials if there is such a thing in the MD world. Anyone have suggestions on what dealers are ones to consider buying off of. Going to stay away from eBay as there are a lot of legitimate dealers around the country that have real addresses and phone numbers so you can contact them if needed.

 

[Old Bookaroo]

Greysquirrel:

There are several reliable metal detector dealers right here on TN. Take a look toward the bottom of the Forum. They are listed - and there are comments from members about their experiences with them.

I suggest you consider supporting those who support TN.

Good luck to all,

~The Old Bookaroo

 

[LukeTHr]

I started out with the 550 D back in 1978 and I would save the money. I paid 100 bucks new , still have it but only out of nostalgia. It has lousy depth and just never found much with it. Not worth messing with.

 

[gimper]

I agree that piece of junk would only waste your time and discourage you. seen a lot of people give up after using something CRAPPY like that!!!

 

[Greysquirrel]

Sound like I make the right choice by passing on the BH at $55, if it was $15 I could have lived with it for a short time.
Thanks for all the sound advice from members.