Very broad question

[can]

You guys are really helping so much. Thanks. I am learning quickly that one size does not fit all.

 

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[ivan salis]

the different between $500 vs $2500 detector ? about $2000 worth of - bragging rights about how much you paid --- detectors once you get into the 500 -600 range of good quality machines are a lot like cars --you can pay a lot more if you want to for one but exactly what are you paying that much extra for ?

 

[Duckman Willcox]

I love my AT Pro after a three month learning cycle. Recently bought the sniper coil and will be using it in certain situations.

 

[RGINN]

A lot of it has to do with learning the machine. All major brands make good ones so I would go with the lower priced ones to start off with and learn on. (Stay away from Sam's Choice or Shurfine brands though) Go ahead and buy the high dollar high end one if you want, but you might just wind up with a computer on a stick.

 

[Dr. Witty]

Don't forget the Pro-pointer AT to go with the AT Pro (or any machine you choose)

 

[can]

THanks for the advice guys

 

[pepperj]

Question Can-you have the xp DEUS listed on your profile, have one-dreaming of one-or just filling the blanks?

If you haven't purchased a detector yet there's lots of really good mid ranged detectors new and even used trade in models that will introduce into the hobby where if you don't care for it you can hang it up or sell it without feeling like you get hurt to much.

 

[Cal G.]

I will tell you what my dealer told me in 1978,go with this lower priced one that works and if you like the hobby then go with the higher end models. There should be some reputable dealers in your area that can give you a leg up what works in your area. Make sure they are multi line dealers and you have more than one choice. Also everybody has personal preference, watch you tube for different models that you might be interested. Good Luck and Happy Hunting!

 

[Sandman]

As others have said the AT Pro is lots better than when they first came out, but will you get old stock? It's a fair detector on dry land but can really suck at the beach in the wet saltwater sand as it'll be unstable. But not all beaches are alike as to amount of salt content and black sand. Fletch gave great advice about using detectors with more than one frequency if hunting the wet sand. Otherwise your Deus will work fine in the dry sand. Just make sure you can sound off on a pull tab and you'll find gold rings.

 

[can]

Question Can-you have the xp DEUS listed on your profile, have one-dreaming of one-or just filling the blanks?

If you haven't purchased a detector yet there's lots of really good mid ranged detectors new and even used trade in models that will introduce into the hobby where if you don't care for it you can hang it up or sell it without feeling like you get hurt to much.

Hey pepper, thanks for the reply. Yes I got me a deus. I was looking for a machine to be good on land as well as in the water. Decided it would be better to get one of each. SO I decided on the deus. I will learn this machine for dry land and then if I am still hot on metal detecting I will get the excaliber ii this summer. thanks again for the help.

 

[can]

As others have said the AT Pro is lots better than when they first came out, but will you get old stock? It's a fair detector on dry land but can really suck at the beach in the wet saltwater sand as it'll be unstable. But not all beaches are alike as to amount of salt content and black sand. Fletch gave great advice about using detectors with more than one frequency if hunting the wet sand. Otherwise your Deus will work fine in the dry sand. Just make sure you can sound off on a pull tab and you'll find gold rings.

Thanks for the info sandman

 

[can]

I will tell you what my dealer told me in 1978,go with this lower priced one that works and if you like the hobby then go with the higher end models. There should be some reputable dealers in your area that can give you a leg up what works in your area. Make sure they are multi line dealers and you have more than one choice. Also everybody has personal preference, watch you tube for different models that you might be interested. Good Luck and Happy Hunting!

Yeah that is probably good advice. I have always been of the opinion buy once, buy the best. If I dont like it I can sell(the best). Someone is always looking a good deal on quality. Thanks for your help. And happy successful hunting