Possible Improvement to create a new F Series detector?

[BamaBill]

If Fisher is paying attention to feedback, they ought to know that they have a potential for a real winner if they combined the build quality of their F70 with the processor from the F75. I have both machines in my possession and looking at them it became obvious to me that if you took the F75 processor and mounted it the way they have the F70 and drop the trigger below the metal bar underneath it'll make for a more secure mount for the trigger and for the base of the processor. Also, I find that arm rest on the F70 is a better design with slots at the top for an optional velcro arm strap. Without the extension supporting the F75 processor you'll save weight as well. And, the S handle configuration of the F70 is a standard configuration that balances well. I think if you combined these features and called it something like the F80, with two coils - a stock coil (optional DD or concentric) and the 6" coil for hunting in trash. And set the price at a mid point between the F75 and F70. If Fisher did this I think they could recapture some of their former glory. Just my 2 cents worth.

 

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[khouse]

OK, nobody jump on me for this observation. I tested the F75. It was light weight, quick and balanced. But the thing that turned me off right from the start was how wobbly or noodly the control head felt. I could wiggle it around like it was mounted in rubber. Also I didn't like where the off/on control was. When I saw the pictures of the F70 I thought that the configuration was superior to the F75. But the off/ on button should be somewhere else. I have seen several F70's for sale and I don't know why?

 

[Shenandoah Digger]

Jim, the machine you're looking for does exist. It's called the Xterra 70.

 

[BamaBill]

Is the build quality better on the Xterra 70 than on the F75?

 

[Shenandoah Digger]

Like all Minelab products, it's built like a tank. I had a locking collar go bad, which Minelab sent me a replacement for. Also, I still don't understand that cheesy headphone jack rubber "door". Other than that, tops all the way.

 

[liquid1]

I do wish fisher would have used a stiffer better battery spring..Besides that it feels great to me...

 

[liquid1]

Good Idea jim, Im waiting a few weeks till all in El Paso Texas is back to normal..they just had some flooding.then its off to First Texas..I'm going to miss the F75..I;ll be sure to include a note for sure..thanks james

 

[ReidMan]

Take a 1266x, put a small meter on it that can ID iron. Sell it to me.

 

[Coin Digger]

Since everything is going digital how about a small clock in the corner of the screens.

I don't ware any metal while hunting except for my belt buckle, but I don't think anyone wants to see me with my pants falling down.

 

[littletwig]

I have to agree with Jim, that the MXT is probably the best all around machine available for the money.