Fake Garrett Pro-Pointers

[CincinnatiKid]

Hello all. The fake Garrett Pro-Pointer has struck home! Two weeks ago I sold a GTI-2500 to a new hunting bud. He's a true "newbie". The 2500 I sold him is in pristine condition. He loves it. I then mention that detecting w/o a Pro-Pointer is nearly impossible. I recommended he buy from Kellco, BigBoys, etc. Well, he didn't listen, and went online in search of a bargain? Bad move! Last Sat we arrive at our hunting location. He was beaming with pleasure holding his new/unused Pro-Pointer, complete w box. Since he's a newbie, I wanted to show its capabilities. I tried to turn it on and found the usual soft rubber cover was some type of plastic? Upon pressing the "on" button, only a single beep rang out? Now I'm really worried, so I pull a clad quarter from my pocket. I then slowly move "the fake" to within 1" of the quarter before any sound emits! Then I leave "the fake" placed on quarter. No sound or vibration!!! Obvious counterfeit. What a shame.
We have contacted Garrett. They are aware of the problem of counterfeits, but really, what can they do? The problem stems from China. I hear Minelab and other metal detector brands are experiencing the same.
My friend now has a real Pro-Pointer and is happy.
Please beware!!!

 

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[Alan Applegate]

Not to belittle the fake issues.....

You stated "...I then mention that detecting w/o a Pro-Pointer is nearly impossible...", and I don't agree. While I do use a Garrett pinpointer, the 2500 gets me very close. And unless I really have to dig deep, I don't need the pinpointer most of the time.

 

[SusanMN]

Won't hunt without my Propointer. Glad your friend finally got the real one.

 

[CincinnatiKid]

Not to belittle the fake issues.....

You stated "...I then mention that detecting w/o a Pro-Pointer is nearly impossible...", and I don't agree. While I do use a Garrett pinpointer, the 2500 gets me very close. And unless I really have to dig deep, I don't need the pinpointer met of the time.

Thanks for the response Alan Applegate!
I realize you are an experienced detectorist that has no use of a Pinpointer, as am I. Yet, as previously stated, my new friend is not. Without a Pinpointer entering this hobby, a "newbie " will be lost. Quite possibly even quit. Can't have that. Peace

 

[MickeyMaguire]

A pin-pointer makes a huge difference in clay soil that tends to hide something very well.

 

[Diggin-N-Dumps]

Not to belittle the fake issues.....

You stated "...I then mention that detecting w/o a Pro-Pointer is nearly impossible...", and I don't agree. While I do use a Garrett pinpointer, the 2500 gets me very close. And unless I really have to dig deep, I don't need the pinpointer met of the time.

To me the pinpointer is just fast recovery...I can tell with my detector pretty much where it is too, but having the pinpointer is a godsend..Plus i have dug things deep in compacted soil, and knowing if im an inch off either way is very nice

 

[golden ray]

This is what China does best, Making cheap spin offs of our
produces. And this is not just in the metal detecting field either.
Shame the U.S. can't control this importing of fake items.

 

[G. I. Digger]

Agreed about having a pinpointer! Would not attempt to go out without one. There are many theory's about just swinging your machine but unless you want to dig up half the earth for a find then go to it!
Rich

 

[CincinnatiKid]

Thanks G.I. Digger. I never dig w/o a pro-pointer! I don't care what anyone says, Garrett , Minelab , even cheap pointers, make detecting faster. i.e., more finds! Peace

 

[DiggityDiggity]

Not to belittle the fake issues.....

You stated "...I then mention that detecting w/o a Pro-Pointer is nearly impossible...", and I don't agree. While I do use a Garrett pinpointer, the 2500 gets me very close. And unless I really have to dig deep, I don't need the pinpointer most of the time.

but with a pin-pointer your time in finding the item will be significantly reduced, leaving you more time in your day to dig more holes. more holes = more cha-ching!

 

[True_Metal]

How bout a tip off where the junk was purchased, so that others do not get duped.

 

[jarhead0341]

It is a low down dirty shame that they are getting away with this! Bad enough they flood our market with knock off golf clubs and pin pointers but now MILLIONS of dollars of fake currency and bullion. This is actually an act of war! But I guess we don't have time to deal with it since we are currently at war with the law abiding,hard working,gun toting LEGAL citizens

 

[True_Metal]

I hear that! China is out of control and needs dealt with. They copy everything and do not recognize patent laws.

 

[Mzjavert]

How bout a tip off where the junk was purchased, so that others do not get duped.

I agree, knowledge is power.

 

[True_Metal]

Yeah, I've seen some deals on em, so now I wonder?

 

[CincinnatiKid]

Thanks True_Metal! I've been working on this. I will post the actuall site soon. The counterfeiters cover their tracks well. Peace

 

[True_Metal]

cool superman developing everything and improve and upgrade everything

Yeah, well I beg to differ. Bunch of crappy made junk that they should be ashamed to produce. I somehow doubt that they care, since they would sell their own mothers for a dollar. Scum of the earth.

 

[True_Metal]

Are you a vendor here, Metalprobe?

 

[Msbeepbeep]

Ya I'll be getting a new pin pointer from one of our American Co. Probably Garrett, at lest at that end of the day if something doesn't work I have an address where to send it and they will stand on their word. The scary part China owns our national debt! We couldn't be taken down from the out side, but from the inside maybe, depends how PO we get. Keep us up dated on the fake knock off stuff, helps keep the newbies and us all from problems. Thanks!

 

[coinbug]

Garrett Pro Pointer-Garrett Pro Pointer Manufacturers, Suppliers and Exporters on Alibaba.comIndustrial Metal Detectors

Everything sold here is fake, as Garrett makes their pro-pointers in the USA. The Chinese dutifully put "Made in USA" on them, notwithstanding that they're made in China. Even many (all?) of the photos depicting their use seem to have been stolen.