Metal Detectors (again).

Been spending hours upon hours researching and visiting a detector forum. Talked to soooo many people in the last 2 days and read till my head hurts. Didn't know it was going to be so painful (and expensive) to dig up coins!!! Anyway, looks like I have decided to go with the WHITES MXT E-series detector. Thought I was going to get the Whites XLT but was told it was very hard to learn how to use and that the MXT is just the best all-purpose metal detector many accesories, coils, and easy to use. Now just find that bank to rob!!! Look out treasure, here I come!

Thanks for all the good advice and help y'all.

 

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how much does it cost?

 

The unit suggested retail is $799 and Kellyco is usually about $150+/- below this, so, guessing around $650 with a current Whites bonus of $170 free accessories (headphones, Pinpointer and more). I can give you an exact price tomorrow.

 

Please let me know how it works...

The Ace 150's have been working fine, but I may try to purchase something does better at 6+ inches.

 

All the buzz seems to be how deep the new Whites DMX and MXT are going even in highly mineralized soil. And the depth meter is VERY accurate. Then you can get an additional coil that will enable them to even go deeper yet. The MXT is causing quite a stir with its
pre-programmed modes (that actually work) and ease of use. It is a high end unit that is pretty much turn-on and go, and very rookie friendly. It is truly a multi-function, all purpose unit that works as well on the wet sand as the wooded areas.

If you are happy with your Ace 150 then you might want to check out the Ace 250. They seem very popular and most dealers can't keep them in stock. Don't know how deep they go though.

 

I bought my white XLT on fleabay 4 $650, still under warranty, 6 months old. I got the x battery and the head phones, an $1100.00 value. The white shows depth of 13.5+ " but have found coins as deep as 23".

EVERYONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! BEWARE of cheap detectors, this is not as easy as u would think, start w/ a GOOD detector.
take it 4 what it's worth!

 

Ordered my Whites MXT today. $719 brand new, 2 year warranty and more freebies than I can remember from Whites and Kellyco.

I'm ready to start diggin things up now instead of burying them.

 

The easy way to get into Metal detecting

I too had the desire to get into metal detecting some years ago.

I found a local dealer who actually had demonstrator models that he rented out. He only recommended the White and Garrett brands for consistency. Not only did I get a chance to rent a unit, I was able to pick up a new model (but used) Garrett GTA for about half price.

Even after 10 years (maybe less) the GTA still has the ability to filter out different metals. While the puppy can see stuff nicely buried, I normally limit the search to about 8 inches or less. That unit paid for itself in one season.

My advice, shop around, buy a unit that someone traded in. The dealer I bought from gave me a full warranty from date of purchase.

I've bought two others since. I now have a new GTI2500 that I got on eBay.

In my opinion, the Garretts are #1 with Whites a distant second.

 

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I have found that White's go deeper

 

What do you mean by old home sites? Are these abandoned houses, or do you literally just walk into someone's yard?

 

Abandoned homes or foundations.

 

I've talked to people that jusy walk up and knock on a door and ask permission. Some people plan it out. They sort of stake out an old home, wait for the owner to be in the yard doing yard work or something along those lines. They walk by and start a conversation with the owner.."Nice flowers", or " I love your old home, what year was it built?". They chat until they bring up their hobby..Detecting. If they feel the home owner is friendly and receptive they will ask permission. I've been told permission is granted more than half the time.

 

After reading page two I was going to add what has been said on much of page 3, but I'll say it anyway

The metal detecting has its fair share of "read read read read read" to it. Once you have your detector, read about it, review, tips, hints, whatever you can find. Also, see if you can find a local group of hobbiests that you can hook up with for a few digs. Nothing like learning from the wise There's also you local libraries and town halls. Learn the history of your areas. I've found unremarkable fields that were once major social hubs in the form of organized hunts, horse competitions, baseball fiels, etc.

One last hint. ALWAYS bring bug spray and sunscreen

 

And after you've finished reading inside, you can go outside and check the lawns of the libraries and town halls!

 

First day out and still have yet to locate that 1804 dollar in my backyard. Did find an unreadable Lincoln, foil wrapper, nail and a metal "glob". ID feature and depth meter on my MXT was right on the money as it identified all but the "glob" correctly. The glob it told me was a button, maybe it was.

 

No, not quite, a friend of mine found a coin, can't remember what coin, but it was 21" down. Whites XLT

 

Sounds like you've successfully "read" Chapter 1, page 1 in the "book" of detectoring experience Keep us posted with the coins you find

 

Hey Cholmes, I knock on doors of old homes and ask the homeowners permission.

 

Hey Gary, the only way anyone is gonna find a coin 21 inches deep would be in sand on a beach. Not on solid ground. No way. Believe me on this one.

 

Hey Steve, the MXT is a great detector. Good choice. My buddy has one and does great with it. In the two years he has had it he has already found almost 20 Large Cents. Just remember location. Thats why he was so successful. I told him to detect old home sites and thats all he does. He has a job where he can come and go as he pleases and most the time he is out detecting. Do research, detect old spots. Old homes are the easiest. Go get em. Jim