WISH ME LUCK, IT ALL COMES IN TODAY!

Sonnydigs · Jan 3, 2012

Well my new AT Pro And Garrett pin pointer comes in today..
Thanks for all the help in making my decision..
Look forward to trying all the pointers I have picked up here..

rob.s · Jan 3, 2012

Good luck and have fun :icon_thumright:

Don't forget the batteries 4-AA'S and a 9 volt for the pointer :laughing9:

Sonnydigs · Jan 3, 2012

rob.s said:
Good luck and have fun

Don't forget the batteries 4-AA'S and a 9 volt for the pointer

Thanks, Rob.s,
Good point, that would be a bummer..lol

rob.s · Jan 3, 2012

I remember running to the store to pick up a 9 volt for the pointer myself when my box came in :laughing7:

and always carry extras when in the field or you hunt will get cut short.

Sonnydigs · Jan 3, 2012

rob.s said:
I remember running to the store to pick up a 9 volt for the pointer myself when my box came in and always carry extras when in the field or you hunt will get cut short.

Thanks again Rob.s,
It just came in, funny thing it has batteries in the Pro, haven't got the pin pointer out to see yet..
Suggestions on which batteries hold up best, as for brand and type.. Prefer no rechargeable.. thanks..

Dwight S · Jan 3, 2012

They should both have batteries installed. I've had my ProPointer for almost a year and have only replaced the battery once....

I typically stick with Duracell or Energizer...

A tip: If your target is close to the surface, within a couple of inches... Pinpoint with the detector and then take the ProPointer and stick it to the approximate pinpointed location to verify. If you get a chirp, you are on target. If you don't, try moving it around to see if you get a signal. This will help you learn pinpointing with the AT Pro.

Good luck and have fun!
Dwight

Sonnydigs · Jan 3, 2012

Dwight S said:
They should both have batteries installed. I've had my ProPointer for almost a year and have only replaced the battery once....

I typically stick with Duracell or Energizer...

A tip: If your target is close to the surface, within a couple of inches... Pinpoint with the detector and then take the ProPointer and stick it to the approximate pinpointed location to verify. If you get a chirp, you are on target. If you don't, try moving it around to see if you get a signal. This will help you learn pinpointing with the AT Pro.

Good luck and have fun!
Dwight

Thanks Dwight,
They both did have batteries in them..
I will try them out on Thursday and Friday..
The coil cable was a real hassle to get seated correctly..
All assembled and sounds good..
We'll see how it sings in the field..
Thanks for all the replies guys.. :-))))

Bart@Big Boys Hobbies · Jan 3, 2012

Keep us posted Sonny! Love to know your finds!

CACHEHNTR · Jan 4, 2012

It's pretty hard to beat a Garrett! I absolutely LOVE my GTI 2500. Good luck with everything

Sonnydigs · Jan 4, 2012

Thanks Bart and Cachehntr....
A cannon ball would be nice..:-))
At this point I'll be happy just to get out..
Tomorrow and Friday will be the earliest I can get out..
Thanks for the replies guys, and all the help and great tips I have picked up here..

Sonnydigs · Jan 4, 2012

TheOldMan said:
I am happy for you and hope that you find some real good treasure this year.

Thanks so much, me to. :-))

relicminer · Jan 4, 2012

Congratulations!!! I hope to order mine soon, have got some super deals from the guys on here just don't know who to go with... Seems like all the guys who sell on here are nice guys and love the hobby, not just trying to sell you something for the heck of it... Just sitting here thinking what a great problem to have... Anyway, go out there and make the AT PRO look good make sure to post your finds!!!!

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George (MN) · Jan 5, 2012

If you want the best deal on quality batteries, Ray-O-Vac AA alkaline says lasts as long as Energizers. The Ray-O-Vacs are made in USA. Menard's here sells them in 48 packs for a price that comes out to under 30 cents each. The ones I bought in 2011 suggest using by Dec 2017. I like my AT Pro & Propointer very much. Best wishes, George (MN)

Sonnydigs · Jan 5, 2012

Well low lake hunting sucked!!
4 Lincolns, and maybe an old wagon hub steel band.. Probably wishful thinking..
That lake looked like a mine field so many people have been detecting it..
Tomorrow a hundred yr old house in the country, they still live in, out in the country.. No one has detected it before.. looking for a better day.. Love the AT PRO and Pointer.. Any suggestions welcome and appreciated.. Tomorrow will only be my 2nd day using it.. Thanks..

bassmaster95401 · Jan 5, 2012

Great choice on the detector, that will be my next one.

As far as batteries, I get mine at the Dollar Tree, or Dollar Store in my area. For $1 for a 4 or 8 back I can't go wrong. I do notice that the batteries lose charge faster when you are using headphones. Not sure the draw on the headphones.

I love Garrett

Sonnydigs · Jan 5, 2012

bassmaster95401 said:
Great choice on the detector, that will be my next one.

As far as batteries, I get mine at the Dollar Tree, or Dollar Store in my area. For $1 for a 4 or 8 back I can't go wrong. I do notice that the batteries lose charge faster when you are using headphones. Not sure the draw on the headphones.

I love Garrett

Thanks, I used my headphones all day, I will check them tomorrow..