What is the best metal detector ?

[50cent]

I'm going to buy a good metal detector, recommendations, or suggestions as to which may be the "best" ? I hate adding a budget, because it makes people think about what they are going to suggest. Any budget, but I would like to keep it under $1000 (unless there is something that definitely worth the price).

 

[scott9050]

Good comparison between the 3030 and V3i from someone who owns both machines:



I think he was fair and unbiased.

 

[Boatlode]

There is no single best machine. Metal detectors are like tools, each is designed for a specific job. You don't drive nails with a screwdriver, and you don't turn screws with a hammer.

The best machine is the one that is best suited to the task and used by an experienced operator.

 

[Auriemma]

The best detector... Is the one you're swinging! Now make the most of it!

 

[collision]

In my opinion, Minelab Explorer SE Pro or Minelab E-Trac are the overall best

 

[Koffee]

You have some good suggestions with a lot of experience using them. The only thing I would add and I wish someone would of told me when I got my first detector. Make sure with your budget you leave room for a good Digging tool and pinpointer. If you skimp in these areas you might end up not having a good time and stop detecting altogether.

Cheers - Koffee

 

[NMGold]

I've used a lot of detectors, but I keep going back to Tesoro.

 

[Phantasman]

There is no single best machine. Metal detectors are like tools, each is designed for a specific job. You don't drive nails with a screwdriver, and you don't turn screws with a hammer.

The best machine is the one that is best suited to the task and used by an experienced operator.

I agree. It's like going to KBB and asking "what's the best automobile?"