Best detector between 1K and 2K

[jaguargene]

I'm moving to NC/SC beach and plan on beach detecting full time/part time.Whats the best for the beach wet and dry.I will also plan to dive too.I have a Golden uMax and a old whites small fresh/saltwater detector.Any ideals? Thanks

 

[cudamark]

It's hard to beat an Excalibur for all phases of beach and water hunting.

 

[Jason in Enid]

excalibur for the win!

 

[Terry Soloman]

With that budget I would get TWO detectors. A pulse induction Tesoro Sand Shark for wet and underwater work, and a VLF Tesoro Vaquero for dry sand and dirt. This combination is deadly, and always leaves you with one functioning machine if the other goes down. Both have LIFETIME warranties, and hold their value well.

Best of luck no matter what you choose!

 

[birdman]

I would say the excal hands down but there are many good machines out there.