I am serious with this question. What does the $1000 machine do that a $300 machine can't do?
look for a used , almost new one on Craigslist or pay for a new one i got a 5 yr warranty and it picks up sub grain targets , not the deepest but i hate to dig real deep .
not knocking the advanced features of a higher end machine because i'm sure they have their place when used by an experienced md'er, but i would think a less expensive machine that is simpler to operate would allow someone just starting out more time to enjoy the hobby and less time worrying about if all the controls were properly tweaked
I am serious with this question. What does the $1000 machine do that a $300 machine can't do?