Which pin-pointer is best?

[metaldetectorman]

Hello everyone! I am wanting to purchase a pin-pointer (probe) and am wondering which pin-pointer is best. I don't know a whole lot about them, but was hoping someone that uses one could tell me what they recommend. Any help would be appreciated!

Thanks,
Dan

 

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[erikk]

Sunray inline probe hands down

 

[laralucine]

I like the Vibraprobe

 

[spez401]

Vibraprobe gets my vote. No switches to wear out (just hold it upright to turn it on), automatic shut-off, and it's waterproof. get one new on ebay (or your local shop) for between $70 and $90 last time i checked

steve

 

[steve m]

Anyone use the treasure mate pinpointer? Good? Depth?

 

[detectordave]

I started with the bullseye II, until I broke 3 of them. One the probe cracked off at the base and the other two the switches quit working. I now have Sunrays, DX1 and XL1 respectively, on both of my machines and I don't know how I ever did without them. One less thing to carry or set down and forget. Id be lost without them. Hh dave.

 

[Ray S ECenFL]

The "best" pinpointer is the one that you like the best. Everyone has an opinion.

I use the Vibraprobe. Is it the best? It is sturdy, waterproof, not switches to wear out. Mine came with a holster. It uses standard 9Volt battery. I like it.

Best is a relative term. It cost in he neighborhood of 90-100 dollars. Probably could get it a bit cheaper if you shop around.

Any pin pointer is better than no pin pointer. Hope you enjoy the one you decide to purchase.

Ray S

 

[luvsdux]

I like the sunray probes on the White's machines a lot, but spendy and I don't think they make them for all machines. As to separate, handheld probes, I have used the Treasure Mate a lot and really like it. Good warranty, very sensitive, good depth for a pinpointer, but pricey. Of course, hopefully you don't need to be buying one every week. Do find a pinpointer very useful in the field.
Luvsdux