new boy wanting 1st detector advice

[jed]

hello everyone im new here please be gentle with me!
im looking at getting a garrett 250 as it seems an ideal all round good entry level machine
what do you think?
my budget is about £150 thanks

[Chef Geoff]

Hi Jed and welcome to the site, If your budget is a strict £150 then yes the Ace 250 is definitely the one to get. It's a very capable machine and for the money there is nothing to touch it.

[Napoleon]

Hi Jed, welcome to DW mate dont worry we do take our time with new members , people like Geoff Chef are the best in the detecting field and yes like he said the ace 250 is a cracking machine to start off i had one and had some superb finds , feel free to ask anything be more than  happy to help.Enjoy the forum mate.Nap

[relichunting]

If your wanting to find small hammered's and Roman coins at good depth

For £240 delivered you can buy a brand new Golden Mask 1HF with an SEF coil a much better choise than a Garrett Ace 250

[peanut]

Hi jed and welcome.

in my experience you won't do better than the Garrett Ace series at this price level. I currently use a Garrett Euroace 350 which is essentially the same machine albeit with a larger coil and a couple more switchable mode options.

The Ace 250 is a a very lightweight detector and you'll find it a breeze to swing for extended periods without arm and back ache.

Its pretty much a switch- on- and -go- machine too without complicated programs and settings adjustments which is just what you need when starting off.

later when you feel ready to upgrade you'll find the Ace 250 will have held its price very well if you should wish to sell or trade it although most owners seem to keep them as a spare machine.

Have a search on youtube and you'll find loads of video guides and tips .
I've found hammered coins , groats, gold and silver jewelry,Roman coins  and Medieval artifacts galore with mine so i know you'll not regret buying an Ace 250.

[The Ferret]

Welcome to the mad house mate
Like Some have said you can't go wrong with the Garrett
I think this is the hardest part of MD'ing choice of MD
Good Luck
TF

[jed]

big thanks everybody for the swift reply-to complicate matters in the cash generator in wrexham(where i live)they have a minelab x terra 50 sitting there for £200 its missing the arm cup thing off the end-good condition
i was wondering if this would b better buy than the garrett 250?
im sure i could get the minelab for £180
thanks jed

[relichunting]

The minelab x terra 50 lacks depth i wouldent touch it with a barge pole

You may get a second hand Minelab sovereign xs for £200 -£250

[jed]

thanks for replying
yea thats outa my price range at the mo unfortunately i think ill go for the garrett ace 250
for my 1st machine
glad i joined this site 

[relichunting]

There was a second hand Golden Mask 1HF on Rogers site for £150 ono

[rjm]

thanks for replying
yea thats outa my price range at the mo unfortunately i think ill go for the garrett ace 250
for my 1st machine
glad i joined this site 

A good choice and as a beginner it'll help you that it has a screen. They are well built.

They hold their price so if you buy second hand you won't lose much. You could keep as a back up machine should you ever decide to stay in the hobby and upgarde.

Good Luck! 

[jed]

i think ill enjoy it a lot
theres so much i dont know-like apparently  i need a permit to metal detect uk beaches?so i was told today by the bloke in the shop?

[Chef Geoff]

The minelab x terra 50 lacks depth i wouldent touch it with a barge pole
 

Have you been smoking something?    And just how many months or years is your experience with a Xterra machine?

Jed if it's still there grab it with both hands and your toes, the Terra 50 is in a whole different league to the Ace. Believe me you won't regret it. A new arm cup will only set you back about £10 delivered.

[Napoleon]

   I had to log in when i see that , grab that detector or you will be sorry the x terra range is bettter than the ace 250 big time so please dont make a mistake for £200 wowwwww . 

[jed]

really?
im at a real loss now!lol
ive looked at sites with test and comparisons for both the garrett 250 and the x terra 50 and both seem really similar in capabilities?
ive found a site doing replacement arm cuffs for £15 so thats sorted
its just i have no real way of knowing if its ok?could be buggered and i wouldnt know?so im still slightly leaning towards a new garrett 250 £170 special offer 0n detecnicks
i dont know what to do?