How does the Garrett Seahunter MKII score

[bajan]

Hi , I am new to this forum. Been reading some very interesting posts/replies.
I have been beach hunting on the dry stuff for 2 years now. However I wish to get into the shallow sea water with a 'wet' machine.
My question is : Anyone here use a Garrett Seahunter MK II?? and if so how does it rate with you??
The Sea Hunter is in my price range. The other unit in this range is the Fisher 1280X aquanaught, but I gather it is a bit finnicky in the sea as opposed to the fresh water.
Any comments would be welcome.
Thanks
Bajan

 

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[Willy]

Never used the 1280x, but I've read that it won't do well at all in salt water. The Seahunter, as per it's name, is designed for saltwater hunting. Punch in "seahunter" in the search engine on various forums. ...Willy.

 

[Monty]

I have a Sea Hunter Mark II and it's not just good for the sea. It will work in freshwater just as well. It's a PI machine with some ability to discriminate at the risk of losing some targets. I got it late in the season and haven't had a chance to use it much. I used it in a planted club hunt and it did fine in freshwater. It's a little heavy but in water it doesn't matter much. It also workd well on shore. I read a lot of good information on it before I bought it. Divers have recovered several good treasure troves using it. Monty

 

[Willy]

I mount the control box under the cuff, which counterbalances the coil on my Infinium. Swings just like a Whites. ..Willy.

 

[Monty]

The control box can be mounted on top, on bottom of the shaft or can be removed and be belt mounted on your waist or shoulder. It also has removable coils and you can buy supplemental coils if you wish. I have the extra 10 1/2" coil for mine. Some machines you cannot change coils, so be aware of that. It is known for being able to reach very deep but I haven't used mine enough to verify it. It will get a workout this summer at the lakes in the area. Monty

 

[bajan]

Thanks Guys.
I am more convinced that the Seahunter is the one , since reading your replies Monty.
Bajan

 

[Monty]

I hope you are making the right decision. I have not had that much experience with mine, just listing what I know about it and my very limited experience. I am not necessarily recommending it over one of the more expensive units as I have zero experience with them. I'm just laying out what I know and let you decide. Monty

 

[Water Hunter]

I have had no experience with the Sea Hunter. But I do have a 1280 X took it to Mexico in 2000 and it did not work well in salt water. You get allot of false signals and noises in salt water. I would spend a little more money and get the Sea Hunter. I just received a new Excalibur from Kellyco and am going to the Grand Cayman Islands this month. Can't wait to report back on it. Water Hunter!!!!!