$350 Budget

justinfisch01

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So I am just getting into metal detecting and would like to buy my first detector. My budget is $350. I am open to new or used but I get confused with some of the middle of the line detectors. I am mostly looking for coins, jewlery, and relics on land but would occasionally try my luck on the beach after a big storm but that will be the least of my detecting. I know I can get my hands on a Fisher Auquanauts 1280× for $350. Although it appears to be much older than the current model under that name. I need help getting the most bang for my buck. All suggestions are welcome
 

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Loco-Digger

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You posted this yesterday/ People are commenting on the other post.
 

oxbowbarefoot

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You could probably find an used ATPro in that price range if you're patient. The Garrett Ace 350 is a nice machine, but it would be a huge step up to the ATPro.
 

Bayard

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Oct 8, 2015
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Buy yourself a $250 detector and a $100 pinpointer.
 

ZR2guy

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Jan 6, 2011
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Look for a used Omega 8000 v.6:thumbsup:
 

PullinPlugs

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Oct 12, 2015
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White's treasurepro, TRX pinpointer
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Got my whites treassure pro for $350.. it's a good machine for the price, very feature rich. Otoh life changed when I purchased a pinpointer.. that was key to finding what's in the hole
 

longbone

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Nov 18, 2012
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Check out the eurotek pro 219.00 new, 5 year warranty good selection of coils. Buy a good pinpointer, and have money left over. It is my main detector now . Light weight very sensitive and deep.
just my opinion.
 

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flgliderpilot

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Fisher F44 would be about what you are looking for although I have not used one.

fwiw I got my AT Pro for $350 in like new condition on CL. Keep an eye out!
 

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