What are some decent $400 (ish) detectors?

[SOMD_TreasureHunter]

I currently have an Equinox 800 and looking to get another detector to have as a spare, but also have an extra to allow others to use. I have about $400 in Cabelas points and gift cards, so I figured that this is a starting price point. Should I stay with Minelab or purchase a different brand? I don't have any extra coils or accessories for my Equinox, so I don't have an inventory of parts that I would want to use on another Minelab detector. I have family in Florida, so I would be taking both detectors on vacation to the beach. I would want something that is decent on saltwater beaches. I have never taken my Equinox in the water detecting, so I don't know if the extra detector would be used in saltwater or not. What other information should I consider?

 

[achanceforgold]

I currently have an Equinox 800 and looking to get another detector to have as a spare, but also have an extra to allow others to use. I have about $400 in Cabelas points and gift cards, so I figured that this is a starting price point. Should I stay with Minelab or purchase a different brand? I don't have any extra coils or accessories for my Equinox, so I don't have an inventory of parts that I would want to use on another Minelab detector. I have family in Florida, so I would be taking both detectors on vacation to the beach. I would want something that is decent on saltwater beaches. I have never taken my Equinox in the water detecting, so I don't know if the extra detector would be used in saltwater or not. What other information should I consider?

serious metal detectors has a sale on the XP Deus I for 499
They are a sponsor here on TN

 

[pepperj]

serious metal detectors has a sale on the XP Deus I for 499
They are a sponsor here on TN
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Their search engine needs work.
First attempts 500+ items
Second search 325 items for the Deus 1
First attempt for Deus l gave all the Deus ll products.

 

[achanceforgold]

Their search engine needs work.
First attempts 500+ items
Second search 325 items for the Deus 1
First attempt for Deus l gave all the Deus ll products.
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lol...yeah, their search engine needs work

https://seriousdetecting.com/produc...5ivcNaTQEAWKshJJ456R9HEYtsf6lmERoCoFwQAvD_BwE

Others may have a sale on the Deus or ORP

 

[pepperj]

lol...yeah, their search engine needs work

https://seriousdetecting.com/produc...5ivcNaTQEAWKshJJ456R9HEYtsf6lmERoCoFwQAvD_BwE

Others may have a sale on the Deus or ORP

This is when I enter it, price wise.

 

[SOMD_TreasureHunter]

This is when I enter it, price wise.

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That's a bit more than I wanted to spend.

 

[pepperj]

That's a bit more than I wanted to spend.

Go to the post that says $499.00
I'm in Canadian dollars
Post in thread 'What are some decent $400 (ish) detectors?' https://www.treasurenet.com/threads/what-are-some-decent-400-ish-detectors.711852/post-7340416

 

[cudamark]

A detector that will work good in salt water needs to be multi-frequency. I doubt there's a decent one in your price range.

 

[Terry Soloman]

Minelab Vanquish 540 $399.00

 

[cudamark]

Minelab Vanquish 540 $399.00

Except it's not waterproof.

 

[Terry Soloman]

Except it's not waterproof.

He doesn't take his Equinox in the water anyway does he?

 

[cudamark]

Sounds like he was uncertain whether he would use it in salt water or not. At the beach, I'd want a waterproof machine regardless.

 

[Jason-ks]

I currently have an Equinox 800 and looking to get another detector to have as a spare, but also have an extra to allow others to use. I have about $400 in Cabelas points and gift cards, so I figured that this is a starting price point. Should I stay with Minelab or purchase a different brand? I don't have any extra coils or accessories for my Equinox, so I don't have an inventory of parts that I would want to use on another Minelab detector. I have family in Florida, so I would be taking both detectors on vacation to the beach. I would want something that is decent on saltwater beaches. I have never taken my Equinox in the water detecting, so I don't know if the extra detector would be used in saltwater or not. What other information should I consider?

You should buy that Minelab Xterra Elite! Everyone that i know absolutely loves it!

 

[cudamark]

You should buy that Minelab Xterra Elite! Everyone that i know absolutely loves it!

It's $100 over his budget.

 

[SOMD_TreasureHunter]

A detector that will work good in salt water needs to be multi-frequency. I doubt there's a decent one in your price range.

What are some models that you recommend? Since this would be a back up to my Equinox or a loaner, I don't need the best machine. I was just looking for something that would work if I took someone to the beach with me. What price range should I look at?

 

[SOMD_TreasureHunter]

He doesn't take his Equinox in the water anyway does he?

Once, I get a waterproof headset, I am thinking about hitting the shore. I was looking at the Vanquish, but also looking at the X-terra.

 

[SOMD_TreasureHunter]

You should buy that Minelab Xterra Elite! Everyone that i know absolutely loves it!

I have been looking at the Xterra Elite Expedition Pack, but my wife won't be happy about it. I like that it comes with headphones and an extra coil. Cabela's has it for $599 and I get a 10% military discount. I need more points on my card or more gift cards.

 

[flintstone]

I have been looking at the Xterra Elite Expedition Pack, but my wife won't be happy about it. I like that it comes with headphones and an extra coil. Cabela's has it for $599 and I get a 10% military discount. I need more points on my card or more gift

Once, I get a waterproof headset, I am thinking about hitting the shore. I was looking at the Vanquish, but also looking at the X-terra.

Once, I get a waterproof headset, I am thinking about hitting the shore. I was looking at the Vanquish, but also looking at the X-terra.

I have a Like new Vanquish 440, i used it one time and put it back in the box. I have 7 detectors and just don,t use it much. I will let it go for $300.00 shipped to your door if that is what you are looking for.

 

[Caliche]

I have an almost new X-Terra Elite Expedition Pack for sale for $450, add a bit more for shipping. Where are you located?

Here's the listing:

Minelab X-Terra ELITE Metal Detector, Expedition Pack

Minelab X-Terra ELITE Expedition Pack, which includes: • ML-85 wireless headphones, NEW • 8" V8X coil, used for two hours • 12" V12X coil, NEW • Charging cable • Adhesive foam sheet was added to...

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[Terry Soloman]

Once, I get a waterproof headset, I am thinking about hitting the shore. I was looking at the Vanquish, but also looking at the X-terra.

Single frequency VLF machines do NOT work well on wet saltwater sand, or in saltwater. You need the X-Terra Elite (Simultaneous Multi-Frequency) "SMF" or the Vanquish. The Vanquish BOX Is NOT Waterproof, just the coil. The X-Terra Elite is completely waterproof.