505 or 705 Help

chuncho · Feb 12, 2013

Newb here decided to get 505 or 705. Can i switch coils and frequencies the same with the 505? Is either know for being "deep" with the standard coil? For my first detector is it worth the money for the 705? TY for any help!

Longhair · Feb 12, 2013

chuncho said:
Can i switch coils and frequencies the same with the 505?

Yes. The 505 can run the same three frequencies as the 705, and coils are interchangeable.

chuncho said:
Is either know for being "deep" with the standard coil?

It depends entirely on soil conditions where you're hunting. The stock coil can be deep, and it will provide the most accurate TID.

chuncho said:
For my first detector is it worth the money for the 705?

Even though the 705 has more features that you can learn to use, I feel that with it's added automatic features it's actually easier for a beginner than the 505. And you'll have years of growth with the machine as you learn all that it can do for you. So I would answer "YES" to your question.

ZR2guy · Feb 12, 2013

Actually the 705 is better for the beginner. Auto Ground Balance is why I say that.

cdsieg · Feb 21, 2013

My first detector was the 705 it is quite an investment if you are not even sure you will like the hobby. However if you have an addictive personality it is the right choice! It took me a while to use it and the first year I dug every signal, just because I wanted to learn. I love the auto ground balance and the 4 preset programs, plus you can tweak those programs to accept or reject a target that you want to include or eliminate. I have been detecting only for 3 years and I am still learning! I don't read much because I don't retain much... (LOL) but I was able to learn a lot by trial and error. I am still learning, so I can't say I learned quick, but If I can figure it out anybody can figure it out! If you can afford the extra $ I would go with the 705.
Good Luck!
Cindy