White's Surf PI Dual Field or Tesoro Sand Shark...Opinions?

[wildcarrot]

I love my crusty old white's surf pi machines but thinking of buying something new. The old surf pi's have been great I've got two of them. I like that they are light in weight, mount the box on your hip and very simple turn on and go.......they are fast and easy to use.

Could you share your 2 cents on these machines or one that you own and like...

Thanks

 

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[gamiller]

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[gamiller]

I have a sand shark easy to use in the water. From what I have read the dual field is supposed to get better depth. The sand shark slices through the water better than my other detectors.

 

[Terry Soloman]

The depth thing is a total myth. The 10.5" Sand Shark is just as deep as the Dual Field, the coil doesn't float like the Dual Field's, It has Normal and VCO mode, can be tuned to your hearing (hi-low tone), it can also be chest or hip mounted, all the controls are outside the box, and it has a better warranty.

I've got over 1,000-hours on both machines, and I just prefer the Sand Shark.

 

[MrMikeJackie]

I have personally witnessed 8-10 scoops being removed with an old gallon 1/2 Miller scoop for old gold using the dual field on our north shore of Long Island. It takes a trained ear to know what to listen for. Don't see any Tesoros being used in my parts so can't speak for them, although if Terry said there just as good I'd give it a shot.

 

[Terry Soloman]

Yeah, you have to get up early for low tide on the South Shore to see the Sand Sharks hunting!

 

[ScooperDave]

Hey Rich, I think you already have a killer PI unit with the old Whites Surf PI. If you opted for the Dual Field you would be getting a larger coil though, more coverage maybe? I think If anything you should get something with discrimination for those days when you just don't feel like digging up every piece of Iron, like an Excalibur or a Sovereign GT. Anyway just my 2 cents

 

[DrJoePrime]

I have both and really, really LOVE my Dual Field! I have the smaller 8" or 9" coil on the Sand Shark and it definitely doesn't come close to the depth of the Dual Field in my experience. The DF will get a nickle at about 13"+ while the SS can't get it at 10" (lost a nickle that way). As a disclaimer...I have only limited time with the Sand Shark and don't think I've ever found gold with it. LOTS of gold with the Dual Field.

Now if we want to talk depth...the Garrett ATX is DEEP. Regularly find dimes at 20"+ (I just wish it was lighter)

 

[sandswimmer]

After 5 years of many great finds and no problems, you get another thumbs up from me for the DF. Never had or used a SS so I have no comparison to offer, but many years with the DF have made me a big fan. Great depth, easy to use and when hip mounted effortless to swing that 12" coil on the wet or in the water.....and pay no attention to the floating coil talk, it's not an issue at all!!
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[MTJosh]

For socal wet sand and some of thick black sand you and I hunt, DFPI all the way. I have friends with CTX and GT with no hope in black sand. DFPI you can get good at distinguishing fuzzy and crisp signals. You can dig everything of course. But some local beaches pass on the junk fuzzy iron. Sure you will still dig junk. DFPI I've pulled some crazy deep items. Big coils covers ground too. give mine a try and see how you like it.

 

[plymouthian12]

Love my dual field

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[Irishgoldhound]

Dual field!

 

[acemagurgle]

White's dual field is my choice

 

[scaupus]

A prolific, full-time veteran hunter I know in s. florida used a Sand Shark for many years. A couple years ago he switched to the Dual Field. Drayton used a customized DF for awhile, but sold it. I think he's pretty much just using the ctx with 4 coils these days.

The Sand shark is a pleasure to use in the water. But I'd bet the farm it does not equal the depth of the dual field.

 

[jyt2017]

I have to say hunter skill has to much to do with pushing depth to really separate the two. Whisper hunting takes the touch so to speak. It's not for everyone. I think all that matters is what brand and stuff. Up to user again. In other words there's no real difference. Maybe within 5% of each other. A skilled hunter can grab either one and dig up deep stuff. I mean beyond simple loud obvious targets. Hh gl -Joe

one coil floats I don't know why.

I love my crusty old white's surf pi machines but thinking of buying something new. The old surf pi's have been great I've got two of them. I like that they are light in weight, mount the box on your hip and very simple turn on and go.......they are fast and easy to use.

Could you share your 2 cents on these machines or one that you own and like...

Thanks

 

[Terry Soloman]

It amazes me how many Dual Field owners swear by the machine, but have never even tried the Sand Shark. The depth differential is total BS. I know because I have used both machines extensively. They are pretty much the same machine on the beach, but under 15' in depth the Sand Shark is king.

 

[Larsmed]

Terry,

I am a true believer in the sand shark because of you. However I could only afford a used Tesoro Pirahana. It has been a coin killer at the beach.