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« on: April 28, 2010, 09:45:55 am »
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Hi everyone

I 'm just getting started in detecting, looking t purchase a decent unit in the next few weeks. I have read as much as I could about detecting on the internet and decided to join this forum for some advice.

My detector knowledge is based on what I see on the numerous internet sites. It seems a bit hard to make an educated purchase without being able to "test drive" the unit. I would be able to spend $300-400 on a detector. It would be used primarily for coins/relics/rings a few hours a week. I am not searching for gold nuggets or taking into the water.

My question to you experts...
1. Is buying a used detector a good idea?
2. Are these fancy screens or displays on the units necessary or just an added cost?
3. Base on my use (coins/relics), what 2 or 3 models are the best "bang for th buck?"

I live in Bloomington, Illinois.


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« Reply #1 on: April 28, 2010, 09:54:38 am »
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hey from schaumburg buddy,nice to see some more folk in Il coming on board.used is just fine as long as you don't mind a little extra risk from buying from someone ya don't know.the VDI(video display)for me is huge,other guys go strickly by sound so really its up to you

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« Reply #2 on: April 28, 2010, 10:17:45 am »
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hi you have come to the right place for advice i am sure all your questions will be answered soon good luck

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« Reply #3 on: April 28, 2010, 10:48:40 am »
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Hey, Jeff, welcome to the forum.

      Buying used is a good idea if you are buying from a reputable source or if you have someone who knows detectors coaching you, otherwise it can be a lot like buying your first car.
      In your price range, you'll be unlikely to find a minelab (except used at a yard sale, estate sale, or pawnshop), so I'd concentrate on White's, Garrett's, Tesoros, Fishers, and Teknetics. 
      If you're looking for new, the Garrett Ace 250 has an outstanding reputation among it's users.   And we're hearing good things about the Teknetics Delta.   Tesoros are also extremely reliable machines that often get over looked.
      As far as old versus new, the older Garrett and White's machines were made to last.  A lot of long time detectorists swear by the older models....the biggest problem being that they tend to be heavier than the newer ones and tend to be battery hogs.  But the top of the line models from a 10 to 15 years ago have the depth to keep up with the new detectors in your price range.  (And a lot of folks find it easier to hunt by ear with an old analog model than a new digital model)

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« Reply #4 on: April 28, 2010, 11:08:24 am »
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got an xtra ace250 if ya ever want to check it out,take a drive and we'll hook up 

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« Reply #6 on: April 29, 2010, 08:28:03 am »
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« Reply #7 on: April 29, 2010, 09:04:18 am »
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Welcome from New Mexico, I have bought used detectors and they work just fine

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« Reply #8 on: April 30, 2010, 11:31:36 am »
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I appreciate the welcome to the site. I also apprecitate the advice that has been given. Going to check out a dealer in the area to see what he has.

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« Reply #9 on: April 30, 2010, 11:46:31 am »
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Welcome to the forum. Sorry I dont know myself new too but I am sure these guys are and will give plenty of good advice.

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