beginner. whats a decent metal detector to start with?

[panchoveeya]

so im into collecting old coins & currency but lately been wanting to give metal detecting a shot and make it a hobby. i have no idea what to start with. can anyone give some advice? i live in northern california in the central valley.lots of rivers,close to foothills,farmland. thank you

 

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[SusanMN]

If you haven't visited the General discussion board check there for a dozen or so other posts asking this same question. Lots of responders and lots of information there. Also check the brands forums for any detectors you are interested in.

 

[wheatfinder13]

I bought the teknetics alpha 2000 for $200 and I've found 17 silvers and 107 wheaties since may. It's really good!

 

[G.A.P.metal]

Go to the Brands forum..there is a lot of information there
Gary

 

[Sandman]

As G.A.P. Metal said check out the brands forum. Read field tests that describe the operation. You can't go wrong with starting with a Tesoro.

 

[cudamark]

so im into collecting old coins & currency but lately been wanting to give metal detecting a shot and make it a hobby. i have no idea what to start with. can anyone give some advice? i live in northern california in the central valley.lots of rivers,close to foothills,farmland. thank you

That's kinda like asking what's the best vehicle to buy. It will depend on what you want to use it for, what you can afford, and the performance you demand.

 

[panchoveeya]

THANKS GUYS FOR ALL ADVICE. I WILL CONSIDER IT ALL. STILL DOING RESEARCH AND THE GARRET ACE 250 HAS CAUGHT MY EYE. BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK?

 

[mjarvis]

so im into collecting old coins & currency but lately been wanting to give metal detecting a shot and make it a hobby. i have no idea what to start with. can anyone give some advice? i live in northern california in the central valley.lots of rivers,close to foothills,farmland. thank you

I agree with the other guys, depending on what your looking for will depend on the detector you want to get. I just bought an MXT great machine has alot of great things but I'm just starting to to learn how to use it. Check eBay lots of them for sale a pretty good prices. Good luck

 

[squiggy]

THANKS GUYS FOR ALL ADVICE. I WILL CONSIDER IT ALL. STILL DOING RESEARCH AND THE GARRET ACE 250 HAS CAUGHT MY EYE. BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK?

I have the ace 250...I am not totally familiar with all of it but it's a great machine to start with....

 

[bbells]

Loved my Ace 250. Had it for 2 years, found lots of coins, jewelry, etc. Upgraded to the AT-Pro - Bought with the finds form the 250. If you like the idea of the graphics it is a great starter.

 

[cudamark]

THANKS GUYS FOR ALL ADVICE. I WILL CONSIDER IT ALL. STILL DOING RESEARCH AND THE GARRET ACE 250 HAS CAUGHT MY EYE. BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK?

It wouldn't be a good choice for wet ocean sand or highly mineralized ground.

 

[squiggy]

so im into collecting old coins & currency but lately been wanting to give metal detecting a shot and make it a hobby. i have no idea what to start with. can anyone give some advice? i live in northern california in the central valley.lots of rivers,close to foothills,farmland. thank you

True not good for wet sand..I do well with it on dry sand and also been fine on riverbanks