What are good metal detectors?

darlingdaisyray asked:


What is a good metal detector to buy? I have saved up 100$ and I want to buy a good, but cheap metal detectors because I am into coin collecting.

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3 Responses to “What are good metal detectors?”

1. truth_seeker_missile Says:
   November 21st, 2008 at 4:04 pm

   The best are the ones that find metal.

   Seriously, for the < $100 price range, you’ll be able to find some that can find a quarter 3-5 inches under the ground. It’s a great hobby, I found a civil war pistol, 1850-1860 coins, old buttons, about $30 in change, a bunch of bottle caps and license plates…all in about 20 hours over 4 months (I thought I’d use it more : )

   Some used detectors:

   Froogle under $100.00
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   Good luck and have a great time!!

   PS: If it’s your first time, find a hobby store in your area and actually lift it up, ‘pretend’ to use it. My vertically challenged friend could not use mine (I’m 6′ 3″) she is 5′2″. They are adjustable, but you prolly don’t want to be luggin around one of the big ‘uns for any extended period…get a strap.

2. cindy m Says:
   November 23rd, 2008 at 6:40 pm

   Classic SLT, one of the best for your money. Try looking under Whites for metal detectors.

3. John Says:
   December 5th, 2008 at 11:10 pm

   I believe you can buy a Tesoro Compadre Used for around that price. It has a lifetime warranty to boot. And people swear by them. Check out the store attached to my blog, there should be one in their. http://www.metaldetectorgold.com

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