Thanks Ryan. I do like the 2500 as a general purpose detector. I am coming to the realization that I might need a better tool for hunting gold only. If you check my other post, I emailed Garrett concerning optimizing the 2500 for gold only. I haven't had a response from them yet. My suspicion is that they are going to recommend a different detector for only gold hunting. If they do suggest that I get another detector, I will consider the Garrett brand, but I am not "married" to Garrett-- I will look at everything available before I decide. Also, I don't intend to wait forever for Garrett's response. If they choose not to respond to me within a reasonable time, I'll start looking elsewhere. We'll see.