Very first post need some input

[Cheryl]

My husband is getting me a metal detector for Christmas. I have been wanting to metal detect our yard for a while now. We live in a house that was built in 1847 and started out as a schoolhouse. What do we need to look for in a metal detector? My husband wasn't wanting to spend a whole lot of money as our finances are on the tight side. Thank you for any help you can give. (Wasn't sure where to post this so if I am wrong direct me to the correct spot.)

Cheryl

 

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[Monty]

I'll bet 90% of your responses will say Garrett's ACE 250. Monty

 

[jeff of pa]

GARRETT'S ACE 250?


Best $200.00 Detector out there, from what I'v been Hearing.

 

[ZumbroKid]

Jeff isn't there a low end minelab? I thought i saw something on it.

 

[jeff of pa]

Jeff isn't there a low end minelab? I thought i saw something on it.

NOT anything that Inexpensive.
NOT even used.
That I'm aware of

 

[littlehugger]

Cheryl,
The Garrett Ace 250 is a very good value for the money.
I also think the Fisher 1235 is a good first detector.
There are lots of good deals on detectors by lesser manufacturers, but if going with a first, I would stick to one of the major makers.
Look for tone discrimination, at least an 8 inch coil, and pinpoint mode.
Tone discrimination is very nice to have. If you do not have money for extras, you want an adequate coil size to begin with, and pinpoint is wonderful to have to prevent discouragement in rookies.
Good luck,
Brian

 

[warsawdaddy]

Cheryl,the ACE 250 can be bought for 199.00.For 250.00 you can get the ACE 250 Pro which includes the 9x12 coil also,good value as the 9x12 goes 2-3in deeper.The Minelab Muskie Advantage is 349.00 and it too goes deep but is much heavier.Try to visit a local dealer that carries both Garrett and Minelab to see what you are comfortable with.If no dealer near,stick with the ACE.The Minelab has no id screen and does take several adjustments.The low-end Fishers are not being made anymore.The ACE is a turn on and go w/auto ground balance.Goodluck and HH.Post those finds.

 

[epi-hunter]

Go with the ACE 250 with the 12 inch coil.........

 

[Cheryl]

Thanks everybody. I appreciate the feedback. My husband thinks a digital would be better. What do you all think? Here's one on Ebay.

http://cgi.ebay.com/MP3-Digital-Tre...834934162QQcategoryZ14955QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Wouldn't necessarily be this one.

How easy is the ace 250 to learn?

Just wondering.

Cheryl

 

[Monty]

"Digital' is just a catch word. They're nearly all digital technology now days. I 'm pretty sure the one one ebay is a Chinese made detector. Stay away and go with a domestic brand. Monty

 

[BADDOG]

I agree with everyone else go with a major brand (Whites, Garrett, Fisher, Minelab)!!
I think you'd be better off going to WalMar* and buying a Bounty Hunter.
If you are only going to detect your yard then you will probably be digging everything anyway
and discrimination isn't a big deal.
If your looking to get into this as a hobby spend a few $$ more and get the ACE 250.

Good Luck and HH

Baddog

 

[jeff of pa]

the ONLY thing I can tell you Is KELLYCO has the same thing in their Catalog Listed for $219.95.

?I was always under the IMPRESSION Ardvark Detectors is Kellyco.

I don't know if this is true or not.

I see they used Kellycos Image of the MP3.

ALL I KNOW of the 250, is Alot more people talk about it then the MP3, Which I havn't heard anything yet.

 

[rusty nails]

ACE 250 ! thats all i have to say.
they r running all kinds of specials at this time.
its the best detector for the money.
u wont be frustrated very long w/this yellow coin vac.
take it from leftybass - i tell it like it is

 

[Cheryl]

Looks like it will be the Ace 250. First the yard, then the park about 2 blocks away and then......oh the possibilities!!

Thanks again! I appreciate the help.

Cheryl

 

[jeff of pa]

Good to Hear your Choice.

You wont Regret it I'm Shure.

Till it gets there Read all the Posts In the Garrett Section of This Forum.
It should Help.

I look forward to Hear your Expierences and see your Finds.

Jeff

 

[birdman]

Take a look at the ID Excel also.Great in trashy areas and easy to use. This detector also has great reviews.

 

[hollowpointred]

you made a good choice. you could not have gotten a better machine for the money. to answer your question the ace 250 is extremely easy to learn.dont forget to post your finds!

 

[DigEmAll]

Looking to get into the addiction, go with an ACE 250.? Just want to hunt your yard and a park, get a Wal-Mart Special. ?

By the way, Welcome Aboard!!!

 

[nevrdundetecting]

Don't forget about the White's Prizm series....I have a Prizm III that I paid $300 for and I love it....don't have anything bad to say about it...check em out

 

[gregl01]

Hi all, Ditto on the ACE250. You'll be impressed on what it'll find for the money!!!! Jeff is right, aardvark detectors on Ebay is Kellyco. That is how I bought mine. Very fast service and the product speaks for itself.
HH
Greg