New or used

[strike it rich]

Is it best to buy a used or a new machine only after all the chinese pieces of cr@p Ive invested in I'm slighty worried oh by the way going for a minelab any version as they rock prob the sov gt by choice

 

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[luvsdux]

Depends on whether or not you want a warranty. Out of 7 detectors over the last few years the only brand new, never used ones in my arsenal were one purchased new and one won at a competition hunt. The others were bought used, but at a good enough price I felt I could afford to send them in to the manufacturer for repair or adjustment if needed. Fortunately, I haven't at this date needed any repairs or service. I guess it depends on how much you are willing to gamble. I'd try to buy from a local dealer that takes trades or a friend that is selling a known quantity if possible although 3 of the ones I mentioned came off Ebay. Just my two bits.
Bill

 

[SgtSki in MI]

Every detector I've had since 1982 has been used except for one. I've never had any trouble with any of them. The only detector I bought new was a Minelab Explorer XS. The next one's gonne be an SE.

HH,
SgtSki

 

[Kentucky Kache]

Personally, I'd rather have a used, high end detector than a new cheaper one.
I like to deal with companies that refurbish detectors. Sometimes you can find a pretty good deal. Ebay is okay too, you just really have to watch who you deal with. I've never yet bought a brand new machine, as I've been happy with the used and refurbished ones.

 

[hollowpointred]

im on the other side of the fence. i like to buy electronic stuff new. electronic components wear out and are often fragile. i like the idea of getting a machine right from the factory with a warranty just in case.

 

[davesx]

Buy the very best you can afford, don't throw good money after bad.
after all, you get what you pay for.
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Dave.