AT Pro - what accesories?

[Gabby1]

Just bought an AT pro. What should I pick up to utilize this machine?
Should I get a head cover to protect?

 

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[Kodiak43351]

I would get the 5x8 coil because it is a great coil in trashy sites and if you have some extra money get the Garrett pro pointer. Coil covers are pretty cheap so yea I would get one to protect coil if your smacking it around in the rocks or trees in the woods. It will also keep the scratches off the coil bottom.

 

[cooper1841]

Kodiak gave you very good advise, I have the stock coil, the 5x8 DD and the Super sniper 4.5....................I Never use any of them but the 5x8. Pin pointer for sure, coil covers........I have always used them. I have a couple extra battery holders, lot of guys seem to drop them changing batteries, I have never needed them, but it wont wreck my hunt if I do drop one!

 

[pkb]

2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo in Garrett green with brown leather interior is my vote.

 

[BigWaveDave]

Not to interrupt the thread, but is there a site that sells the At pro that includes the 5x8 coil?

 

[cooper1841]

2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo in Garrett green with brown leather interior is my vote.

I have that exact accessory!! .....................But the 1994 version, love my heep. 178,000 miles!!

 

[Pointman]

Not to interrupt the thread, but is there a site that sells the At pro that includes the 5x8 coil?

Most places sell I think what is called the sport package, but I don't think you can get the AT Pro with just the 5 x 8 alone. It this was available, I would get this over anything else. Some of the packages that have extra accessories like the hip bag and digger your just paying more and there is better accessories out there. I would just buy the basic package and spend more and get better quality accessories.

The 5 x 8" coil is important. You will never use the larger coil if you have this one. Also a cover to protect the control box and coil cover. The headphone adapter cord is important so you can use something better than the Garrett headphones. Concerning the Garrett headphones, they will work but you don't realize how you did it with them once you get a better set on that machine.

 

[Gabby1]

I did get the garret pointer when I bought AT. So it seems it might not be worth getting a cover for the stock coil if it seems the 5x8 will be the coil to use in the future. Might as well get coil cover for it. If that is the case, when would I use the stock coil? Besides around town/local parks/old homesteads I plan to try this at the beach (salt) in case that info is helpful.

Speaking of tools, I am seeing the need for some type of pouch. Thinking one that has a pocket for trash and one for goodies. Also need to have holsters for pointer and small hand trowel. I did get a hardware store trowel which works fine but without a holster I am finding I have too many things to tote around.
Any advice of a trowel - I'm of the mindset - get one good one and be done.

I also picked up a trench shovel for main plugs digging. It's the style with a long narrow blade, wood handle with the tee type grip. Seems OK, didn't cost a lot but are the "special" shovels should for detecting really going to give me an working advantage - it's not like I'm spending the $$ for a holster for it.

 

[CladGrabber]

31" Sampson t-handle.

 

[Gabby1]

Serrated or not?

 

[Kodiak43351]

31" Sampson t-handle.

The Sampson is awesome in the farm fields I love mine and I also have the leashe hand digger for places I don't want to leave a trace that I was there. Believe me they are worth the money. I have the digital camo Garrett finds pouch and it has a zippered compartment for good stuff and big part of pouch for junk. Some people carry plastic lure type boxes but the pouch is all I have ever used. The pro pointer is one thing I would prob turn back around to get it I wasn't to far away from home it make recovery so much faster. I have waved handfuls of dirt over coil but after getting the pp I can't imagine not having one. Good luck.

 

[Bart@Big Boys Hobbies]

A good digging tool cause the GARRETT AT PRO will find some deep ones for ya! Holler if you need help on settings!

 

[nathan104]

The pro pointer is a game changer. Makes it SO much easier to locate your target. I would not want to go without one.

I use a Lesche hand digger and really like it. I wish mine was serrated on both sides though instead of just one. When digging out in a pasture or other place where its not as necessary to be neat, I carry a Bill Dookie (sharpshooter) shovel. IF you will be beach hunting, a good sand scoop.

For a finds pouch, I wear a hunting vest with lots of pockets and big compartments. The finds pouch belt was always pulling down my pants, lol.

 

[perry2]

Heres my complete outfit;
Atpro W/5"X8" COIL (9x11 AT HOME FOR BACK UP)
GARRETT PIN POINTER
LEACHE DIGGER (OR SIMALAR )
GARRETT POUCH
LONG (KICKER) SAND SCOOP
PLASTIC HAND HELD SAND SCOOP
SAMPSON T HANDLE SHOVEL
12"X12" ISH PLASTIC SHEET FOR DIRT IF DIGGING IN LAWNS
CHEAP VELCRO STRAP KNEE PADS (FOR WET GRASS ETC.)
HOMEMADE BUSINESS CARDS FOR METAL DETECTING TO GIVE TO LAND OWNERS (MAKES THEM FEEL BETTER)
CAMERA TO REGORD MY BEST FINDS ///
SMALL .380 AUTO IN CONCEALED HOLSTER WHEN NEEDED//

 

[Kodiak43351]

Heres my complete outfit;
Atpro W/5"X8" COIL (9x11 AT HOME FOR BACK UP)
GARRETT PIN POINTER
LEACHE DIGGER (OR SIMALAR )
GARRETT POUCH
LONG (KICKER) SAND SCOOP
PLASTIC HAND HELD SAND SCOOP
SAMPSON T HANDLE SHOVEL
12"X12" ISH PLASTIC SHEET FOR DIRT IF DIGGING IN LAWNS
CHEAP VELCRO STRAP KNEE PADS (FOR WET GRASS ETC.)
HOMEMADE BUSINESS CARDS FOR METAL DETECTING TO GIVE TO LAND OWNERS (MAKES THEM FEEL BETTER)
CAMERA TO REGORD MY BEST FINDS ///
SMALL .380 AUTO IN CONCEALED HOLSTER WHEN NEEDED//

I carry a xds .45 concealed (I have a ccw license) when In iffy area or woods. I just bought a nel tornado coil for my at gold for the less trashy areas. The at pro stock coil got deep but from air test the nel is a lot deeper. I'm sure it wouldn't be good in trashy spots so will carry small coil with me also.

 

[dustywallen]

I did get the garret pointer when I bought AT. So it seems it might not be worth getting a cover for the stock coil if it seems the 5x8 will be the coil to use in the future. Might as well get coil cover for it. If that is the case, when would I use the stock coil? Besides around town/local parks/old homesteads I plan to try this at the beach (salt) in case that info is helpful.

Speaking of tools, I am seeing the need for some type of pouch. Thinking one that has a pocket for trash and one for goodies. Also need to have holsters for pointer and small hand trowel. I did get a hardware store trowel which works fine but without a holster I am finding I have too many things to tote around.
Any advice of a trowel - I'm of the mindset - get one good one and be done.

I also picked up a trench shovel for main plugs digging. It's the style with a long narrow blade, wood handle with the tee type grip. Seems OK, didn't cost a lot but are the "special" shovels should for detecting really going to give me an working advantage - it's not like I'm spending the $$ for a holster for it.

Concerning pouch. I recently was at a bug box store looking around and came across a nail apron that was very soft and distressed leather. The only problem was it had 2 hammer holders that made it look "not like a metal" pouch. I however seen potential and the price was good. I bought it and took the rivets out that was holding the hammer hooks on. Now it looks pretty cool and very functional. It has 5 pockets on it so can pretty much carry whatever I want around. Another good place to look for pouches is a military surplus store. I enjoy going to these stores and just keep in mind you are there for metal detecting stuff.

Also would like to thank the guys that promote the use of another coil. I am still with my stock coil and have thrown the idea around of buying another. You guys make decisions a lot easier!

 

[barrywk]

Like the others I think the 5 x 8 coil and the pinpointer are essential, I just recently bought the 31 inch t handle sampson shovel....Love it...for what ever reason though I cant be satisfied on pouches (LOL),..i keep trying different ones...My newest being a military molle belt that you can attach different pouches to..Just got it and going to try it out today

 

[Kodiak43351]

I have the garrett camo pouch and a nail apron. When I'm in river I use apron on land garrett pouch. Both work ok

 

[badpenny]

What I learned metal detecting and what I would recommend, is rather simple. One, I would put the smaller coil on the machine 5 x 8 with a cover, it makes the machine much lighter and more balanced. I am not inclined to dig post holes and am happy with the depth I obtain with this coil. The pro-pointer goes without saying, I have found small finds that I never would have found otherwise. I own a Sampson T handle shovel (the 31" one), it makes life so much easier along with a good hand digger. I purchased my hand shovel from Kellyco and I put a motorcycle handle grip on it, perfect. Next you need some kind of pouch to put your stuff in that you dig. Again, I don't want to be taken to task for mentioning a brand but the one I bought is military origin and the bag has a mesh bottom so all the dirt falls out as I walk and dig, love it. The sheath for my digger is open bottom too so any mud on my digger falls off as I walk. One time I used my wife's car and threw my bag and digger in the backseat when I was done with the hunt (prior to this type of bag) and all this dried dirt came out and spilled all over the rear seat of the car, what a mess, it was the Garrett bag and the standard sheath. Haven't had that problem with the mesh bag and open sheath since. I don't care what brand you look at but it is something to think about. Also on the Sampson I added a sling, which I purchased at a gun shop, makes carrying the thing so much easier; I carry it like a gun over my shoulder. Also I purchased a small waterproof flashlight so I can look inside those holes and if I forget and walk into some water it won't be ruined. And finally the Grey Ghost headphones for when I am not thinking and stick my head into water or it starts raining and I want to stay out. Also, for those rare times when I walk a stream I have a small scoop I carry along nothing fancy, just need to get the job done.

Again let me be clear, any brand from any supplier works... so don't tar and feather me thinking I am trying to sell something; I'm not. I am just an old man who swings a detector as time permits, nothing more.

 

[dustywallen]

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