AT Gold depth question...

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I just air tested my at gold, I havent tested it in the dirt yet. Anyways, with the stock 5x8 coil it isnt detecting clad coins any further than 9-10 inches on all settings with sensitivity turned all the way up. Is this normal or should i be getting more depth? Im new to this and cant seem to find any real info on the golds depth. all the reviews i read say 12 inches. Do I need to send it in or am I in the norm?
 

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How are you holding the coins when you pass it by the coil?
 

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I'm pinching the side of the coin, like i see guys doing it in the you tube videos.
 

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So the coil is seeing a flat coin when you wave it?
 

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yes it is flat.
 

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You are done at 9" on an air test. Normal. You'll have to be VERY good to find a silver dime at 9" with the AT Pro. Gold is going to be tougher. :occasion14:
 

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Thanks Terry,

That makes me feel better, I was worried I had an Issue.
 

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With the 5x8 coil (8.5x11 is stock coil) that is very good detection distance. Don't get all caught up in air tests they aren't all they're cracked up to be.
 

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