Could you guys point me in the right direction..

madmacabre

Well I love metal detecting , even though I use an old Radio shack detector and never found anything of value. I need to go to the next step and get something that works well. I was thinking of getting a Whites DFX. I dont mind learning as I go with it. I also wouldnt mind buying a used one. Could someone suggest a reputable metal detecting site that sell this perticular model at a low cost?
thanks!

guitarwes

I don't know how the prices are (haven't checked in a while), but KellyCo has a bunch of MD stuff.

millennium

Whites....Garrett...Fisher....Several brands out there that are excellent. I use a Garrett, always have, but I know others that use the other brands. What price range are you looking in?

madmacabre

500 to 800 . I want anything that is reliable from 6 to 9 inches. Something that will also visually indicate what im targeting, copper coins , silver , gold ext.

millennium

Hmmm...all the detectors in that price range will do the job....Will you be relic hunting?...Coin hunting...Gold?...What is your main objective?

ricko

I can personally recommend the DFX.... outstanding, versatile machine. Others will recommend the Garrett ( I have never used one, but have heard great reports.. LordM for one).. I would recommend visiting www.dfxonly.com and asking questions (free registration) and going to a shop (if one is near) and trying them a bit. Cheers, RickO

madmacabre

I will be mostly looking for coins and using it around old houses, parks and schools. Im kind of shy with using it in really public places like the beach. obviously I want to pay the least ammount for the best kind of detector, but again I really want good accuracy and depth . thanks for the help so far guys

millennium

I use a Garrett GTi2500......It works great for me, and I have the confidence that if I sweep the coil over the target, I will recover it...Remember though...90% of using a detector is the operator...

madmacabre

millennium - Im looking at your detector and it looks pretty solid. The only concern that i see is that users complain of it being heavy. Does it include an easy to read indicator for displaying finds? i guess What im trying to ask is if it shows different icons for different kinds of metals , coins ext. Id like to know if there is an owners manual listed somewhere as well.

loditom

Hey Madmac try Dixie metal detectors,there very friendly and will
answer your questions.

If you want a whites I would look at the MXT instead of the DFX.

HH,Tom

ricko

You can also get a nice sling to take the weight off your arm and increase your detecting time. Cheers, RickO

millennium

Some people do complain about the 2500 being a little heavy....and honestly, to me it was at first...but I can swing it over 8 hours a time now...The features are offset by the small "getting used to it" period...and I can promise...it'll get the job done...If you have ever been to my detector finds,( look below ) you can see...


Here is a great link to see the field tests done on almost if not all metal detectors out the now......The photo of the face of the one on the write up is black and white..here is an actual pic:




Field Tests on Detectors...By Lost Treasure Magazine

madmacabre

Thanks millennium for your help. Im positive the weight of that machine wouldnt bother me. I do weight training and my arms are pretty strong. Its going to be a choice between your 2500 and the MXT. I really like the indicators on that machine and the physical nobs for adjustments. Its just a matter of finding a good dealer now online.