Garrett AT Pro Coil Question

[DetecTom]

What is everyone’s favorite coil to use on the AT Pro, other than the stock 8.5”x11” DD coil, and why?

 

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[xr7ator]

I couldn't tell you since I have 5 different coils and the stock 8.5x11 is my preference.

 

[CoinHunterAZ]

The 5x8 is my all around favorite on the ATP. The reason is because it's more balanced than the 8.5x11, and it's better for hunting the trashy parks that I frequent. If I was in open fields though I might go with the larger coil.

 

[DetecTom]

The 5x8 is my all around favorite on the ATP. The reason is because it's more balanced than the 8.5x11, and it's better for hunting the trashy parks that I frequent. If I was in open fields though I might go with the larger coil.

I was thinking about getting the 5x8 for those very reasons. Thank you for your input, I appreciate it.

 

[RustyGold]

I owned three AT Pros and I had the 5 x 8” on all of them and never used the larger coil again. Great coil for the AT Pro.

 

[bulletproof002000]

5x8 is what I like.

 

[Diggin-N-Dumps]

The 5x8 is my all around favorite on the ATP. The reason is because it's more balanced than the 8.5x11, and it's better for hunting the trashy parks that I frequent. If I was in open fields though I might go with the larger coil.

When I used the ATP primary, i had the stock coil on for 2 years..did great...the moment I got the 5x8 coil...It would find things in the trashest areas and I never really felt like I lost any depth.

 

[Bayoutalker]

Another vote for the 5x8. I have both and rarely use the larger one. The 5x8 is lighter to swing and works great in trashy areas.

 

[Irishgoldhound]

I love the 5 x 8 coil. I put it on six yrs ago and haven’t taken it off since.

 

[DetecTom]

I really want to get a 5x8 coil now, but my wallet doesn’t want me to get it. I’m waiting for a used one to show up, but no luck.

 

[SanMan]

What is everyone’s favorite coil to use on the AT Pro, other than the stock 8.5”x11” DD coil, and why?

Behind my desk,..........




Two 5"X8" and one of those oval concentrics.


The 8.5"X11" works well in more open spaces, or throttled back in parks.

The 5"X8" separates really well, it's shape & size is ideal for searching in,
under,and around.

I also use the little hockey puck coil.
But it is so dam hot,.......
you have to throttle back on it when there is cherry picking to be done.

 

[DetecTom]

Sanman, that is SOME collection there. I’m guessing you really enjoy the AT series! That’s amazing.

With everyone’s advice, I’m gonna just pull the trigger and get the 5x8 coil, well, I’ll ask my fiancée to get it for me as an anniversary present It seems like it would be a fantastic fit for me, especially since I hunt a lot of trashy areas. Thanks guys! I really appreciate it.

 

[SanMan]

Sanman, that is SOME collection there. I’m guessing you really enjoy the AT series! That’s amazing.

With everyone’s advice, I’m gonna just pull the trigger and get the 5x8 coil, well, I’ll ask my fiancée to get it for me as an anniversary present It seems like it would be a fantastic fit for me, especially since I hunt a lot of trashy areas. Thanks guys! I really appreciate it.

These machines work great.

It took a little getting used to, but, they give me lots of information to go by before digging.

That AT Gold has a true all metal, it misses "nothing".
The AT Max has a back lit display, very handy.
The AT Pro is fast and accurate, really works well.

Garrett hit the mark with these AT machines.

 

[RustyGold]

Sanman, that is SOME collection there. I’m guessing you really enjoy the AT series! That’s amazing.

With everyone’s advice, I’m gonna just pull the trigger and get the 5x8 coil, well, I’ll ask my fiancée to get it for me as an anniversary present It seems like it would be a fantastic fit for me, especially since I hunt a lot of trashy areas. Thanks guys! I really appreciate it.

You’ll like the way it works and feels on the ATP. Best of luck with the new coil.

 

[Calabash Digger]

Behind my desk,..........

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Two 5"X8" and one of those oval concentrics.


The 8.5"X11" works well in more open spaces, or throttled back in parks.

The 5"X8" separates really well, it's shape & size is ideal for searching in,
under,and around.

I also use the little hockey puck coil.
But it is so dam hot,.......
you have to throttle back on it when there is cherry picking to be done.

VERY NICE!

 

[G. I. Digger]

The stock coil has been ok but gonna try out a nel storm this year!

 

[jhamner]

I just bought an AT Max and I really like it so far, but I am 73 years old and recovering from shoulder surgery. That being said, the stock 8.5 x 11 coil KILLS even my good arm after about 15 minutes--not good! So my question is...does anyone know the weights of the 8.5 x 11 and the 5 x 8 which I am strongly considering getting if there is a significant weight difference.
Also, a technical question. The Garrett products advertise as being made in the U.S.A. The box my detector came in reads "proudly made in U.S.A." yet the boxes for the detector, the headphones, and the pinpointer as well as a label on the detector all have Chinese Export (CE) labels on them. What's up with that? I hope I didn't get a Chinese knockoff did i?

 

[goldnugget]

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View attachment 1773658


Two 5"X8" and one of those oval concentrics.


The 8.5"X11" works well in more open spaces, or throttled back in parks.

The 5"X8" separates really well, it's shape & size is ideal for searching in,
under,and around.

I also use the little hockey puck coil.
But it is so dam hot,.......
you have to throttle back on it when there is cherry picking to be done.[/QUOTE]

 

[goldnugget]

Nice Choice Maybe the Stimulus Check will come in soon/ goldnugget

Sanman, that is SOME collection there. I’m guessing you really enjoy the AT series! That’s amazing.

With everyone’s advice, I’m gonna just pull the trigger and get the 5x8 coil, well, I’ll ask my fiancée to get it for me as an anniversary present It seems like it would be a fantastic fit for me, especially since I hunt a lot of trashy areas. Thanks guys! I really appreciate it.

 

[Sandancer]

Love that 5x8 coil. Something about the shape that is just great. Fantastic separation, great depth, and easy to pinpoint. Also very easy to gauge depth of target by moving coil directly back and forth and listening for signal strength. Favor it over Nox small coil by a long shot.