beach scoop???? help please

[krustypuff]

Hi im looking to get ascoop for surf and beach detecting. My beaches are very rocky as our a lot the rivers.

Beach scoops are pricey and i o ly want to drop a few hindred one time. Can anyone recommend a scoop. Leaning twoards a stealth scoop. I detect with a at pro.

 

[Sandman]

The Stealth is the best by far. Stealth beach scoop

 

[ron lord]

I have a stealth S31 and it work very well in rocky rivers in AZ.

 

[Terry Soloman]

Go with the 720i - Good Luck!

 

[fox]

I have the classic scoop by stealth and i love it

 

[s1u2r3f4]

Go with the 720i - Good Luck!

I second that and I'm not a big guy!!!

 

[Sir Gala Clad]

KP: Wide scoops work best with DD 10" or wider diameter search coils (Wide Field)
The DeGhetto T_Rex (9" W, 12" D, 6"H) stand up water scoop is ideal for this purpose especially on sand bottoms.
It catches the small stuff with it's 1/4" rectangular grid pattern.

If you need to dig near rocks, or shell, and need a stand up water scoop that drains fast the Sunspot Stealth 720 is ideal.
It lets you dig deep fast (15" L, 7 " depth, 6" H). Be aware that the small stuff such as ear ring studs fall through the 1/2 inch holes.

The small stuff falling through is not a big deal as you can get around this, when needed, by tying rain gutter screen inside, using a floatable sieve with smaller holes, walking back to shore and dumping bucket and spread out till you isolate it.

 

[WilliamH]

Are there any scopes that are cheaper that you guys would recommend?

 

[DaleGM]

Are there any scopes that are cheaper that you guys would recommend?

that one diamond stud that does not fall through sure helps pay for a Quality scoop, with water detecting your scoop should be a top priority or plan on buying a cheap scoop each or every other season

 

[ron lord]

Are there any scopes that are cheaper that you guys would recommend?

Meade sell scopes ,but Stealth sell scoop which one do you want , a scopes or a scoop HAHA I had to do this.

 

[WilliamH]

Meade sell scopes ,but Stealth sell scoop which one do you want , a scopes or a scoop HAHA I had to do this.

It happens. Fat fingers

 

[bottombill]

I am also in the market for a nice beach scoop, Thanks for posting the stealth here. Any ideal of the cost? The site wants me to email or call for price.

 

[WilliamH]

Anywhere from 169 up I believe. I just had a quick glance.

 

[Fast Ed]

Hi im looking to get ascoop for surf and beach detecting. My beaches are very rocky as our a lot the rivers.

Beach scoops are pricey and i o ly want to drop a few hindred one time. Can anyone recommend a scoop. Leaning twoards a stealth scoop. I detect with a at pro.

Hey man after a lot of askin n searchin n readin I listened to Sandman and others and went with the Stealth 720i. Have not received it yet but I can't wait to try it. I, like you, will be hunting the same type lakes and streams with rocky/gravely bottoms and hard beaches.....get one and enjoy, I know I will

 

[gunsil]

I like the Stavr scoops. Very rugged and well made.

 

[Sir Gala Clad]

Krusty: As I am not able to get hold of or try out metal detecting equipment before purchase, I model their expected performance as best as I can from the manufacturers specifications. I decided on an open basket stainless steel basket with 1/2" holes for rapid drainage with V ish tip for easy penetration and being able to works close to rocks. This was based on manufacturers recommendation(s) and backed up by satisfied user reviews.

What I needed to determine was the weight of a full scoop of wet sand ( heaviest loading ) as my concern was having sufficient strength to rapidly lift and dump five to seven scoops of wet sand to retrieve deep targets which were close to each other (worst case condition). My estimate based on scoop volume will be heavier as it does not account for the V ish tip giving me a margin of error the weight of wet sand.
Sunspot Stealth 720i (L15"x W7" x H6") = 630" cubic inch x 1.111ozper cubic in = 43.75 lbs
Sunspot Classic S8 (L12"x W8" x H5") = 480 " cubic inch x 1.111ozper cubic in = 33.33 lbs
Sunspot Classic 6.5 (L11"x W6.5" x H5") = 357.5" cubic inch x 1.111ozper cubic in = 24.82 lbs

The above weights would be easy to lift if they were not attached to the end of a 48 to 54 inch shaft and you have to add approx 5.5 to 7.5 lbs carrying weight . It is best to have a sling on your metal detector so that you can lift two handed as lifting one handed is hard on the joints and the pinkie(bruised/crushed).

 

[gravediggermax-vabeachva]

if u are kinda young, strong as a bull - look at all the steath models.
if on the other hand, u are say over 50 and not hercules - look at all the stavrscoops.
both of the above made fine S/S scoops.
you want a round scoop in either Alum. or S/S take a look at bill babb's - Sandman Tres. and RTG-reily's....round not the best for rocky zones.
fyi - my opinion only

 

[gravediggermax-vabeachva]

i forgot one great scoop - S/S kinda the new kid on the block - T-Rex.
has smaller square holes - made from very thick S/S - good for rocks.
3 basic models......9.5" wide - 2 - 8" wide models - different top lenghts.....3.5" and 5"

 

[harpda]

Get the Stealthscoop Classic. The digging conditions here in Okinawa are very rocky and I really have to put some extreme pressures on my scoop to dig. Everyone that I know here uses the Stealthscoop Classic -- strength and durability are our number one consideration when looking for a scoop. If you notice the Stealthscoop Classic's handle goes all the way through to the base of the scoop -- that is key -- it provides additional strength. Once you get the scoop you can beef it up by welding in a steel rod that starts at the tip of the scoop and goes back to the base of the scoop. I can't compare it with other scoops because I've never used them -- but I can say you will have a very tough time breaking it and you won't have to baby it.

 

[Sir Gala Clad]

You still have to be pretty strong to use the larger model DeGhetto T_Rex standup water scoop. I prefer to use it where there is small stuff, such as ear ring studs, which do not fall through the approx 1/4 " square holes grid. You are still lifting near same the weight (40 to 45lbs)of wet sand (non drained) at the end of the stick as the Sunspot Stealth 720i.

I have noticed that the treasure hunters at Virginia Beach use a one legged kick to rapidly dump and spread the wet sand from the T Rex. Tried this technique once only to fall on my face. HH