backup metal detector

[fmerg]

i am looking to buy a second machine to be used by a family member who has a learning disability
thinking about a vdi unit and was wondering if anyone can tell me what unit has the lowest learning curve
looking to spend 500 to 1000 tops

 

[RON (PA)]

I can't comment on the VDI units. But the Tesoro Compadre is a very easy machine to learn. Not a lot of bells and whistles to distract and lose interest. Just a simple, yet very good, dectector.

 

[Bum Luck]

This isn't a VDI machine, but I still have a Tesoro Silver Sabre with a small coil I use for newbie companions, especially kids - it's really easy to use and takes about 2 minutes to learn.

Yet it's a good machine that finds stuff.

 

[limegoldconvertible68]

You might want to consider buying a new first line detector and handing down your current machine. Since you are considering spending up to $1000 you have the opportunity to buy a very high performance VDI machine. Especially considering you want to use the detector for someone else to learn the hobby. Since you know your current detector you could teach them the basics of your current machine quickly and they stand a better chance of enjoying the hobby. I think that's a better option than giving a 1st timer a new machine that neither of you is familiar with.

 

[Iron Patch]

A couple of things... You obviously don't want a ground balance, and probably not knobs that can be hit and upset the setting. So something like a Garrett 250 that's push button, or if you want to spend more than maybe a 1350 or GTI. There are of course other brands Whites, Fisher etc. that would have many choices as well.

 

[Woodland Detectors]

TESORO compadre
lifetime warranty
Light weight.
Easy turn on and go.

In a nutshell without all that BS

 

[SusanMN]

One more thing to keep in mind is the weight of the machine - they can vary in weight by a pound or so and that can make a BIG difference in how comfortable it is to use them. Go for some of the ones that are under 3 pounds with batteries in.

 

[vayank54]

If the soil isn't real bad. I'd have to agree on the Tesoro.

 

[fmerg]

You might want to consider buying a new first line detector and handing down your current machine. Since you are considering spending up to $1000 you have the opportunity to buy a very high performance VDI machine. Especially considering you want to use the detector for someone else to learn the hobby. Since you know your current detector you could teach them the basics of your current machine quickly and they stand a better chance of enjoying the hobby. I think that's a better option than giving a 1st timer a new machine that neither of you is familiar with.

thats what i am gonna do he loves my gti 1500
and i can see a new minelab in my future now to talk the wife into spending just a little more

 

[Iron Patch]

You might want to consider buying a new first line detector and handing down your current machine. Since you are considering spending up to $1000 you have the opportunity to buy a very high performance VDI machine. Especially considering you want to use the detector for someone else to learn the hobby. Since you know your current detector you could teach them the basics of your current machine quickly and they stand a better chance of enjoying the hobby. I think that's a better option than giving a 1st timer a new machine that neither of you is familiar with.

thats what i am gonna do he loves my gti 1500
and i can see a new minelab in my future now to talk the wife into spending just a little more

Then it's easy. GTI for him and used Explorer II for you. If you think the SE or E-trac offer more, than that is where we would disagree.

PS.... I actually made the switch from the 1500 to an Explorer, so get ready for different!

 

[tabdog]

i am looking to buy a second machine to be used by a family member who has a learning disability
thinking about a vdi unit and was wondering if anyone can tell me what unit has the lowest learning curve
looking to spend 500 to 1000 tops

It is just $152. About tha same as a coil.

I think you are all fools if you do not go buy a Tesoro Compadre right now.

Here is why.

18k gold and platinum,

It just keeps going on and on.

I am getting tired,

Happy Huntin,

Tabdog

 

[Iron Patch]

What's your point? There's probably hundreds of us on this site that can do a little picture show like that. Suggesting he is a fool if he doesn't buy what you think he should?

PS... Impressive turtle. (I like old coins and relics)

 

[tabdog]

I did not single anyone out thank you.

Read closer.

Don't start stuff with misconception.

If ya aint been there you do not know.

I mean learning tha machine.

Do not just put it down without giving it a chance.

If you go there, you will agree.

That is the challenge.

It is up to you to prove me wrong.

Happy Huntin,

Tabdog

 

[tabdog]

I did not single anyone out thank you.

I will add more.

Read closer.

Don't start stuff with misconception.

If ya aint been there you do not know.

I mean learning tha machine.

Do not just put it down without giving it a chance.

If you go there, you will agree.

That is the challenge.

It is up to you to prove me wrong.

The Compadre upped my gold finds considerably.

Those finds are in less than two years, sense I got my Compadre.

Not any can say that.

You are just looking at the tip of the iceberg.

Happy Huntin,

Tabdog

 

[tabdog]

This is dry land!

I will add more.

I did not single anyone out thank you.

Read closer.

Don't start stuff with misconception.

If ya aint been there you do not know.

I mean learning tha machine.

Do not just put it down without giving it a chance.

If you go there, you will agree.

That is the challenge.

It is up to you to prove me wrong.

The Compadre upped my gold finds considerably.

Those finds are in less than two years, sense I got my Compadre.

Not many can say that, no matter what they swing..

You are just looking at the tip of the iceberg.

Happy Huntin,

Tabdog

 

[Iron Patch]

I did not single anyone out thank you.

Read closer.

Don't start stuff with misconception.

If ya aint been there you do not know.

I mean learning tha machine.

Do not just put it down without giving it a chance.

If you go there, you will agree.

That is the challenge.

It is up to you to prove me wrong.

Happy Huntin,

Tabdog

You're right, you didn't single out anyone, you singled out everyone.

....are you ok?

 

[tabdog]

Hay, I have used a lot of machines.

The Compadre eclipsed them all in
a short.

Why should I not think anyone one
a fool for not owning at least one.

Happy Huntin,

tabdog

 

[tabdog]

If ya ain't been there don't knock it.

That is just the way it is.

The real thing that gets you guys is that
I can do all this a $70 metal detector.

Like I say, prove me wrong,

Tabdog

 

[RPG]

What's your point? There's probably hundreds of us on this site that can do a little picture show like that. Suggesting he is a fool if he doesn't buy what you think he should?

PS... Impressive turtle. (I like old coins and relics)

IP, he didn't say "he is a fool". He said "you are all fools". And he is right. I own a Compadre and it is an awesome little detector. It will find things that other detectors will not. If you don't believe it, buy one and try it. It will see around some of the trash we encounter. There has never been a machine made that can see through iron, not even a minelab. But a compadre will come close. I don't know what it is about them but you can find things in iron infestation that would have been missed with another machine. It's not as deep as others, but it will find the rest of the things you missed. You just have to go slow.

And I think everybody here would like another picture show. I sure enjoyed the one tabdog posted.

 

[Iron Patch]

What's your point? There's probably hundreds of us on this site that can do a little picture show like that. Suggesting he is a fool if he doesn't buy what you think he should?

PS... Impressive turtle. (I like old coins and relics)

IP, he didn't say "he is a fool". He said "you are all fools". And he is right. I own a Compadre and it is an awesome little detector. It will find things that other detectors will not. If you don't believe it, buy one and try it. It will see around some of the trash we encounter. There has never been a machine made that can see through iron, not even a minelab. But a compadre will come close. I don't know what it is about them but you can find things in iron infestation that would have been missed with another machine. It's not as deep as others, but it will find the rest of the things you missed. You just have to go slow.

And I think everybody here would like another picture show. I sure enjoyed the one tabdog posted.

Had one, and a Silver Umax, Bandido Umax, as well as a Vaquero and Tejon, but I'll stick with my Explorer. (in iron too) But thanks!