ArcadianDelSol
Jr. Member
- Jan 8, 2009
- 28
- 11
- Detector(s) used
- BH Tracker 1-D/505
I have 2 detectors that I recently rediscovered while unpacking from a move. One needs some work before I can use it (an older Whites 5900 model) and the other is even weaker - a Bounty Hunter d 1 / 505 model.
The good (bad?) news is that the BH unit works fine. Problem: I have over time, completely forgotten how to use its tragically simple two-knob operation. (tho I did manage to replace the shaft with some customized PVC tubing). I fiddled with it by tossing some old 'test coins' around the ground along with nails, spark plugs, electrical punches, etc - and figured it was working. I managed to turn the two knobs so that coins made a lovely BLIP-BLIP while the nails made a sad "BRZZZ-BRZZZ" when I panned across them.
My question is: do I need to know any more than that to go out with this toy (which may actually qualify as a relic in and of itself!) and rediscover the tricks and techniques, or should I continue to scour my garage for any manuals?
I already scoured the internet - looks like this model might predate even usenet itself
And yes, the whites model is already being sent away - the 'needle' gauge was broken and the needle was bent so it didn't move. A local handyman said the electronics appeared to work fine, but he'd have to replace the needle itself.
LASTLY:
I could potentially go with a 3rd unit altogether, but my budget would be on the slightly high side of $100.00 right now. Yes yes, this is a mere pittance and probably good 'seed money' for when I have $200 or $300, but it is what it is. Currently armed with the BH 505 and a Whites 5900 Di-Pro, has technology advanced to the point where a modern $100-$150 detecor would be better than either of these current models?
I guess the short version ( boy is it too late for that or WHAT?) is: Are either of these detectors worth $100, or could I spend $100 at a local pro shop and upgrade my ancient fleet of detectors?
SUPER LASTLY: I love my Bounty Hunter. You cannot ever change that. EVER.
The good (bad?) news is that the BH unit works fine. Problem: I have over time, completely forgotten how to use its tragically simple two-knob operation. (tho I did manage to replace the shaft with some customized PVC tubing). I fiddled with it by tossing some old 'test coins' around the ground along with nails, spark plugs, electrical punches, etc - and figured it was working. I managed to turn the two knobs so that coins made a lovely BLIP-BLIP while the nails made a sad "BRZZZ-BRZZZ" when I panned across them.
My question is: do I need to know any more than that to go out with this toy (which may actually qualify as a relic in and of itself!) and rediscover the tricks and techniques, or should I continue to scour my garage for any manuals?
I already scoured the internet - looks like this model might predate even usenet itself
And yes, the whites model is already being sent away - the 'needle' gauge was broken and the needle was bent so it didn't move. A local handyman said the electronics appeared to work fine, but he'd have to replace the needle itself.
LASTLY:
I could potentially go with a 3rd unit altogether, but my budget would be on the slightly high side of $100.00 right now. Yes yes, this is a mere pittance and probably good 'seed money' for when I have $200 or $300, but it is what it is. Currently armed with the BH 505 and a Whites 5900 Di-Pro, has technology advanced to the point where a modern $100-$150 detecor would be better than either of these current models?
I guess the short version ( boy is it too late for that or WHAT?) is: Are either of these detectors worth $100, or could I spend $100 at a local pro shop and upgrade my ancient fleet of detectors?
SUPER LASTLY: I love my Bounty Hunter. You cannot ever change that. EVER.