Hello!

[BertC]

Just getting into the hobby once again after 30 years. My father bought me a cheap Radio Shack MD at the age of seven and I walked miles with it.
Years later and having a family of my own; I'm looking to get back into it once again.
I'm seeking some advice on purchasing a MD without breaking the bank. I'm seeking something that is easy to use.
Any thoughts or suggestions would be helpful. I was thinking of starting with a Ace250 and I reside in Minnesota.

 

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[Jonathan_K]

Welcome! I'm new as well, my wife gave me the Ace 150 for Christmas. From what I've read, both the 150 and 250 seem like good MD choices. I'm sure the 250 is probably a bit better than mine, but I'm happy at the moment.

 

[BertC]

Welcome! I'm new as well, my wife gave me the Ace 150 for Christmas. From what I've read, both the 150 and 250 seem like good MD choices. I'm sure the 250 is probably a bit better than mine, but I'm happy at the moment.

Hi Jonathan. I read that the only difference between a 250 and the 350 is the coil. That's why I want to go this route. I do however like the 150. Due to price. This could be my choice as well.

 

[OverKill]

Hello from Tennessee , and Welcome to the site

I use the Ace 250,and do just fine, I'd recommend it,or for a little extra $ get the 350 it has better discrimination ,and a higher frequency,and a DD coil.
Then going up the ladder in price is the newer AT Pro,which everyone these days are using.

 

[BertC]

And on another note: my wife isn't as great as yours! Congrats on the new MD! Pretty nice of her!
My wife thinks there's no benefit to owning one. I can't wait to pick off a nice ring or something.
Merry Christmas to you!

 

[relicmeister]

Bounty Hunter Platinum ($300) served me well as starter unit-still use it, Good luck

 

[Jonathan_K]

The price of the 150 isn't bad, and for my wife knowing even less about MD's than me, which isn't much, I think she made a good choice for my first one. Whichever you pick, I think you'll be happy! (Always nice to have a few more features, like the 250, of course... heh)

 

[JUNKER]

Welcome Bert C The 250 seems to be a good start out detector and Garrett has good service. I'm sure their will be others here giving you advice. If you haven't got one yet try Bart at Big boy Hobbies he's on this site and tell him your on this site to. Good luck and HH Junker

 

[CoilyGirl]

Welcome Bert and good luck in your new(old) venture.

 

[vpnavy]

Welcome aboard! You didn't list your state (or country) in your profile. So, you might consider jumping over to Sub-Forums: Select Your Area.... and selecting your state for information (i.e., clubs, hunts, finds, legends, maps, etc.) directly related to your state (or country).
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[RustyGold]

Welcome and good luck on your purchase!

 

[smalltowngirl13]

Hello and welcome to the forum!

 

[River Rat]

 

[justdon]

Hello and welcome.

 

[Urban Grund]

Welcome from Michigan!

 

[firemac]

Welcome Bert, for a little more $ the at pro, good luck detecting

 

[BertC]

Welcome Bert, for a little more $ the at pro, good luck detecting

I heard the same but what are the benefits between a AT and a 350? I've read forums and it seems that I can't get any info.

 

[Metal Detecting Stuff]

The main differences between the detectors you mentioned:
Ace 150 - same as 250 but no pinpoint feature
Ace 350 - larger DD coil , better depth, better target separation, higher frequency for better iron discrimination
AT Pro - ground balance capability to reduce effects of soil mineralization, target ID numbers ,higher frequency , better depth, waterproof to 9 feet

Give me a call if I can answer any questions for you.

Wayne

(832) 928-9135

www.metaldetectingstuff.com

 

[Rookster]

Welcome from N. Mississippi.