New Guy Here

[bigb03]

Hello everyone. Well I have really been trying to get my hands on a metal detector lately but I have some questions. First off I have no idea what I am doing. All I know is I have wanted to do this for a long time and since I am laid off and bored why not now. I need some guidance. I live in south east Michigan and I don't even know where to find a detector. I have some questions.

1. What can I look to spend? I want a detector that is somewhat water proof but I don't plan on fully submerging it.

2. Are they easy to use?

3. What's a good detector for a beginner? I don't want a worthless one that I am going to want to replace in a year. I want one good enough to detect coins and objects similar in size.

4. What else do I need?

5. Is there a store located in SE MI that I can go to and look at detectors?

6. Anyone have a good detector to sell to a broke 24 yr old?

7. I heard I may need a permit, is this true?

Any and all help will be greatly appreciated. I know that with all the wet weather and snow melt it is probably a good time to get out there. Thanks a lot everyone.

[Planet1mars (mike)]

buying a metal detector for your needs is the tuff part... you dont need a permit... check the ads area for used detectors.. or e-bay or craigs list.. you can check manufactures for a dealer by you

[Ray S S]

Also you can click on 'KELLYCO' on the top here. They have a good selection of both new and used ones, and other things that are used in detecting. You can check out everything they carry on their website. I bought my Garrett Ace 250 from
them on a good deal along with some other things that were in the package. They are good people to deal with.
Lots of luck

Ray

[mlayers]

Where are you in MI. I am in OH close to the MI and IN lines. If you would like to get together I have a some extra detectors you could try one and see what you think. I am usually free on the week ends. If intest email or PM me....Matt

[KellycoChick]

Where are you in MI. I am in OH close to the MI and IN lines. If you would like to get together I have a some extra detectors you could try one and see what you think. I am usually free on the week ends. If intest email or PM me....Matt

Way to be a team player!! Take Matt up on it - it never hurts to try one out and see how ya feel about it! Welcome to the most addicting hobby you'll ever have!

[bigb03]

Thanks for the reply's everyone. I am already addicted and I haven't even tried it yet. I just love wandering in the woods. Plus it is getting close to morel mushroom hunting time so I will be out looking anyway I might as well have a detector with me. I don't really need another addicting hobby but hey why not.

[Scott (Mich)]

Southeast Michigan? You may want to go to one of the monthly meetings at this club

http://mth.greatlakesmetaldetecting....melocation.php.

Happy Hunting,

Scott (MI)

[postalgriff]

make sure and get a pin-pointer to go along with your metal detector, I went my first year without one, and it makes a huge difference in how fast you recover a target. HH

[Planet1mars (mike)]

I dont use a pin pointer... get it if you can afford one... it does help.. this hobby could get expensive

[fistfulladirt]

Thanks for the reply's everyone. I am already addicted and I haven't even tried it yet. I just love wandering in the woods. Plus it is getting close to morel mushroom hunting time so I will be out looking anyway I might as well have a detector with me. I don't really need another addicting hobby but hey why not.

MMMMMMMMMM......Morels....Welcome, just remember that if you do get a detector, most important thing is to get out and put in the time, many make the purchase, go out once or twice, and the machine ends up in the closet forever. Get out and don't become discouraged! FFD

[Mike from MI]

Welcome! A garrett Ace 250 is a great machine that does a lot for the money.
If you want the name of a great honest dealer send me an email.
There is a good club in Lavonia. Are you far from there?

[123jerry]

what about a mindlab?, because im in the same boat

[bigb03]

I'm in Plymouth so hello neighbor. I am almost positive I am going to go with the Ace 250. When I get the money of course. Looks like you can get a good set up on ebay for $300 with everything you need to start. I would rather get one at a local store since I hate ebay but it might be the best deal I am going to find.

[KellycoChick]

I'm in Plymouth so hello neighbor. I am almost positive I am going to go with the Ace 250. When I get the money of course. Looks like you can get a good set up on ebay for $300 with everything you need to start. I would rather get one at a local store since I hate ebay but it might be the best deal I am going to find.

You don't have to go the eBay route if you don't want to - we take PayPal or whatever else you want, I think we even have a lay-away plan if you're interested! Wherever you end up shopping, just be careful. eBay can be scary!!!

[Mojohand]

Nankin hardware in westland on ford rd sells the ace 250 for about 220 new.
Matt

[bigb03]

Well I just pulled the trigger on a Ace 250. Just thought I would let everyone know what I decided on doing. Thanks for all the help. I'm sure I'll need more when I get out there and start to use it. Hopefully there is still some stuff left out in Hines Park.

Thanks again.

[trusty]

Funny you should mention morels, my shroom hunting partner called today. It was fairly nice today & the fever is starting.

[BigZee]

A little bit more warmer weather and some warm rain and the shrooms will be poppin

[Clad 2 meet u]

If your going to hunt Hines Park or any parks in the Wayne County Parks System, you will need a permit. 5 bucks and you can pick them up at Nakin Mills Nature Center. Being from Plymouth I'm sure you know where it's at. Good luck to you and remember to "Leave it better then you found it". Learn how to cut a plug, fill your holes and take out the trash you dig and deposit in the trash can. If you do this, we all benefit in the long run.

Greg

[bigb03]

I'll be out hunting the morels as soon as the temp gets up again. Yeah I live within walking distance from Hines Park. I'll be going to get my permit tomorrow. Maybe I'll see you out there.