Bounty Hunter

[Phantasman]

Inside the Teknetics Gamma has manual ground balance and an FE ground meter that the Platinum doesn't.

Outside, the BH uses plug in coils and the Gamma uses screw on coils. The Platinum has the ergo handle, while the Gamma has the S design.

Other than that, the machines are identical in looks and performance.

 

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[steve1357]

Inside the Teknetics Gamma has manual ground balance and an FE ground meter that the Platinum doesn't.

Outside, the BH uses plug in coils and the Gamma uses screw on coils. The Platinum has the ergo handle, while the Gamma has the S design.

Other than that, the machines are identical in looks and performance.

I have the Gamma, was lucky a few years ago to get it online from WallyWorld for something like $320. No, I wouldn't give $500 for one.

I don't have a Platinum to compare, I'll end with what Dave Johnson said.

http://www.treasurenet.com/forums/m...hunter-platinum-metal-detector-check-out.html

 

[Phantasman]

Steve, Dave was referring to what I explained above. The only reason that the Gamma is better on wet sand is that manual ground balance allows the Gamma to be balanced to 0 (and wet sand can wind up in single digits) while Ground Grab only goes as low as 40 in the auto mode. This is what makes the Gamma a more desirable machine for wet sand. BHs are land machines designed for coins and jewelry over relics and wet soils.

 

[steve1357]

Steve, Dave was referring to what I explained above. The only reason that the Gamma is better on wet sand is that manual ground balance allows the Gamma to be balanced to 0 (and wet sand can wind up in single digits) while Ground Grab only goes as low as 40 in the auto mode. This is what makes the Gamma a more desirable machine for wet sand. BHs are land machines designed for coins and jewelry over relics and wet soils.

My original post was to point out to anyone doing their research to see that the statement that the Platinum and Gamma were identical is wrong.

http://www.treasurenet.com/forums/bounty-hunter/303192-bounty-hunter-4.html#post4960985

I can't count how many friends have ran out to HobbyLobby with their 40-50% off one item coupons and bought a Tracker IV. If Bounty Hunter wants to improve anything, they can replace those cheesey 9v wire battery clips with something else. I've soldered too many back on that friends' children have ripped off trying to replace the batteries.

 

[VMAK]

Newbie hoping for information.....Recently picked up a Bounty Hunter Scout for my husband. First intended effort is to locate our property markers. However we have no manual or instructions to go with it. We tried to test it by "finding" a piece of rebar with a plastic cap like the property marker should have. No results, plain piece of rebar laying on ground, got a tone. Then tried to test on a known property marker with the plastic cap....again nor results even though we could see the marker and were holding the metal detector right over it.
This model has only two dials on it. No digital readouts, lights, etc. Just the tones. Through some research and reading here, we believe the Disc/Notch dial is for the types of metals. But not really sure how to adjust it, or really even how to use it. Have not been able to find any information on this model. Would appreciate any help.

 

[PostalTwo]

All metal detectors must be moving for it to detect metal holding it over metal is not gonna cut it

 

[Phantasman]

Newbie hoping for information.....Recently picked up a Bounty Hunter Scout for my husband. First intended effort is to locate our property markers. However we have no manual or instructions to go with it. We tried to test it by "finding" a piece of rebar with a plastic cap like the property marker should have. No results, plain piece of rebar laying on ground, got a tone. Then tried to test on a known property marker with the plastic cap....again nor results even though we could see the marker and were holding the metal detector right over it.
This model has only two dials on it. No digital readouts, lights, etc. Just the tones. Through some research and reading here, we believe the Disc/Notch dial is for the types of metals. But not really sure how to adjust it, or really even how to use it. Have not been able to find any information on this model. Would appreciate any help.

You have e detector that was replaced with the newer Bounty Hunter Fast Tracker years ago. I'm going to assume you bought it used.......cheap. These detectors are made for surface metals and coin sized objects (like the head of the marker) are only going to be detected up to 5" in the ground. To properly set what you have, turn the disc knob all the way counter clockwise. If it clicks, it's in all metal mode, which you need to detect iron, probably what your marker is made of. Any discrimination setting above far counter clockwise is going to notch (eliminate) iron, seeking gold and silver only. Sensitivity should be as far clockwise as possible before emitting false sound. http://detecting.com/manuals/FastTracker) REV 3 09.26.12 - Reader.pdf

If your husband plans on detecting for coins and jewelry, I would suggest a little better detector. In the Bounty Hunter line, the Lone Star Pro or Quick Draw Pro would be deeper and easier to use and learn on.

The $145.00 Lone Star Pro.


The Lone Star Pro has 3 tones, and low is iron, medium gold, and high silver.

You need iron detection, and the only way the older Scout can even detect iron, is if counter clockwise all the way, clicks into All Metal. If not, you may have the wrong detector for marker hunting purposes.

 

[RustyGold]

I was out in the backyard today with my Grandson and he pulled a 1941 Silver Washington from the planter.
He was using his BH Tracker IV.
I was so blown away and proud of him.

 

[LRP1980]

That's awesome RustyGold!! Any pictures of the proud hunter and his find? I bet he was thrilled!!

 

[RustyGold]

I was so impressed with his find that I didn't take a picture but will try to get one later to post.

 

[Fixitdave]

I have 3 bounty hunters the pioneer ex the discovery 2200 and the platinum all have been good machines

 

[Jesse James]

My Bounty Hunter has scored me about 30 silver coins so I'm not complaining. It's all about how you know and use your machine.

 

[Phantasman]

You got it, JJ. Even the BH Gold will find you much if you know it's language. Not all precious treasures are are 8-12" deep. It's not just about depth or good ID. It's about your "plan" of action as well. A BH Gold will do better in a well thought out historical area than a place that has been hunted by the ETrac/F75 crowd. Location, location, location.......can make the least expensive unit shine if in the right hands.

 

[☠ Cipher]

There's nothing wrong with Bounty Hunter metal detectors. They are very much underrated when compared to the Garrett Ace series etc. Bounty Hunter makes some great machines. I think their downfall was there were too many. When you're just cranking them out one after another with different kind of playful names your attention is spread too thin and you don't get taken seriously. In any event, there are some very serious machines in the herd, past and present. The original Land Ranger (not pro) was an amazing machine with in actuality more depth than the new Land ranger pro. You have the Time Ranger, Quick Draw 2, Pioneer 505, Ranger Pro, Land Ranger Pro, Quick Draw Pro, Platinum, and a very underrated machine in the Discovery 3300. These machines are all very competitive and those who laugh them off would be in for a big surprise. I know the Land Ranger Pro is catching on out there as a serious machine, but I myself am starting to favor the Discovery series even over the LRP, because of the wide coil selection available for it. I love First Texas products in general. I have an F75, Land Ranger Pro, Discovery 2200, Gold Digger, and a Junior. When I got an F75 I didn't look back and thumb my nose at Bounty Hunter. I bought a couple more.

 

[Stretch Da Truth]

Old thread with recent updates and I am glad and thankful for the posts. I am new to detecting and getting into it with my son and he like the look of the Platinum Pro. I went to a local place at lunch and played around with it and I really liked it as well. Light, comfy and a really sweet display that is useful and easy to read.
We will always have people who think the most expensive thing is the best or that 1 brand is the best and nothing else.
I am gonna get my son one and have fun out detecting and quality time with my boy!

 

[blackchipjim]

Well I received a bounty hunter time ranger and it serves my purpose well. Cost always has to be a factor in any decision but a gift is gift. I met a gentleman that has a higher priced detector and he raised concerns of being robbed of it in remote areas. That statement made me think about 200 unit and 2000 dollar unit being taken off me?. I enjoy driving my old pick up just as well as driving a new one.

 

[PostalTwo]

I'd like to see someone try to take my detector from me . It won't be easy that's for sure .

 

[wingnut6999]

titanium

I started with a small bh and after a couple of years of learning, i picked up a bh titanium. I have found silver and a variety of interesting items. I purchased the smaller gold head for it and use it when swing room is minimal. I've got no plans on a new one or more expensive one as this does the job, gets me out of the house and walking. Good luck to all hunters.

 

[Eleven Cents]

I have a Prospector, which I think is the predecessor to the Tracker IV. I recently did a side by side comparison against my mom's Teknetics Alpha. Both are low end detectors with 8" concentric coils. The main limitation of both seems to be depth. The BH picks up a silver dime around 5" in air, and the Teknetics gets about 6". I strongly prefer the analog dials on the BH over the pushbutton controls on the Teknetics.

 

[tammy74370]

That's what I have had since probably the late 80s. It still works and I have had it stored poorly, forgotten about it for years, put a new battery in it and it works as well as the day I bought it