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Title: New to this. !!!! what type (make) of metal detector is best for a beginer? Post by: Richie sixpence on August 22, 2011, 11:37:22 AM Hi I'm Richie.
Totally new to this and not got a metal detector. What type is best to start with :-\ . Was on a local beach and saw some people using a metal detector and really fancy giving it a go :) . Also are their any good publications magazines etc about this interesting hobby. Any advice would be welcome. Cheers Richie Title: Re: New to this. !!!! what type (make) of metal detector is best for a beginer? Post by: Napoleon on August 22, 2011, 11:47:17 AM Hi Richie , try to get a ace 250 by Garett you can get one for around £100 and its a good machine for newbie , easy to use and see if you like the hobbie . Hope this help and good luck to you mate. Nap.
Title: Re: New to this. !!!! what type (make) of metal detector is best for a beginer? Post by: Jassy on August 22, 2011, 11:59:50 AM i think Wayno on here was selling one for around 130 i think....not sure if hes still got it....!!! theres always plenty on ebay or check the detector shops..detecnicks,staffs metal detectors, they usually have 2nd hand ones too...
good luck!! Title: Re: New to this. !!!! what type (make) of metal detector is best for a beginer? Post by: Seasider on August 22, 2011, 03:45:30 PM Best to go for a secondhand detector ( they don't wear out ) as after a year or so you will possibly want to upgrade to something else.
Title: Re: New to this. !!!! what type (make) of metal detector is best for a beginer? Post by: JRD on August 22, 2011, 06:50:26 PM Hello Richie welcome aboard you came to the right place to learn about this great hobby.
Yes the Garrett Ace 250 is a great little starting machine - but if you get the bug you will want to quickly upgrade. Or as already mentioned get yourself a second hand one. No point in splashing the cash until you know your going to stick with it. As for publications there are a few around The Searcher and Treasure Hunting among the most popular as well as a host of books on the subject. Good luck - hope you stick with it. Title: Re: New to this. !!!! what type (make) of metal detector is best for a beginer? Post by: geordiefred on August 22, 2011, 06:59:08 PM Hi Richie welcome aboard m8 there are 2 main detecting magazines Treasure Hunting and the Searcher available from W H Smith or your local newsagent, as for which detector is best to start with it depends where you will be using it on beach or inland some are good on both and some not. As others have said it may pay you to get a secondhand machine and if you find detecting is not your thing, most likely wont lose any money on the resale.If you sign up for a rally I'm sure some of the members will let you have a try of their machines and you can perhaps make your mind up on which one to go for,good luck and good hunting when you get your detector. ;)
Title: Re: New to this. !!!! what type (make) of metal detector is best for a beginer? Post by: Richie sixpence on August 29, 2011, 12:58:33 PM Many thanks to all for the advice. Cheers Richie
Title: Re: New to this. !!!! what type (make) of metal detector is best for a beginer? Post by: Rulerofcoins on September 05, 2011, 02:34:49 PM Maybe a C-Scope 3MX
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