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Post by sandsman1 on Jan 18, 2006 20:30:22 GMT -5
hi all after readin the page about finding metorites with one of these i got the bug anybody out there doin this wanna help me chose my free gifts from this joint hahaha cause i have no idea what to get --- take a look www.detection.com/garrett/ace250.html |
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Post by xenaswolf on Jan 18, 2006 23:09:37 GMT -5
Depends on what freebie package you get, but make sure to get headphones, digger, coil cover so you don't scratch up the coil, and the batteries and charger would be my choice. Will save you tons on batteries. Also using headphones saves the batteries.
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Post by sandsman1 on Jan 18, 2006 23:30:18 GMT -5
cool xena cause i have no idea what this hobby is all about hahaha but if i can find money and meteorites then its gotta be a good one hahaha
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Post by xenaswolf on Jan 19, 2006 0:11:02 GMT -5
the metorites are few and far between, at least in my hunting experience. I have my best luck with clad ( modern coins called that because they are clad in copper, nickel etc ) at playgrounds around the playground equipment. One of the best forums I know of to ask questions and learn more than you'll ever need to know ( kinda like here! LOL ) is photografics.net/board/index.php?sid=f37a9808509b65d3ee46fc3ef4938a72Tell them I sent ya. The guys on that board are really super super nice! Welcome to your new addiction muhahahha |
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MichiganRocks
starting to spend too much on rocks
"I wasn't born to follow."
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Post by MichiganRocks on Jan 19, 2006 8:59:59 GMT -5
Hey John, that's where I just bought mine from. I went with the padded headphones, NiMH rechargable batteries, the battery charger and the carrying case. I'm working on carving some digging tools out of Maple right now. They do the whole thing out the door for $199.95. Don't even charge shipping for the extras. They also include the arm strap that others charge extra for. Ron  |
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Post by sandsman1 on Jan 19, 2006 12:23:47 GMT -5
i was leanin towards that one ron but one of the members on the other board says maybe i should go alittle better since im headin for arizona the ground has more mineral content or something like that i guess ya need a more sensitive one ---i have no idea ahaha but i think i would like to try out the hobby i dont know how much walkin i will be able to do but hey looks like fun
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Post by Cher on Jan 19, 2006 12:44:03 GMT -5
Oooooooooo wow Ron, that looks like it would be so much fun. I always wanted to get a metal detector. Seems to me it would be a great way to get some exercise too, just with the walking you have to do.
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Post by xenaswolf on Jan 19, 2006 12:56:45 GMT -5
Yep John, if you are going to an area that has really mineralized soil, you want a detector that will ground balance for ya and help knock out the signals from the soil minerals. Mine does it automatically so I can't tell ya nuthin about how why etc lol. I use the BH SharpShooter II.
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Post by sandsman1 on Jan 19, 2006 13:43:01 GMT -5
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Post by xenaswolf on Jan 19, 2006 14:14:14 GMT -5
Yep thats the one, only mine is the Radio Shack version called the Discovery 3000, but both are made by Bounty Hunter. It was my back up detector, but became my main after my White's XLT was sold.
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Post by sandsman1 on Jan 19, 2006 14:17:49 GMT -5
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Post by Cher on Jan 19, 2006 18:56:59 GMT -5
Well shoot! Thanks Sands, now you done it. I just told my hubby I want a metal detector for my birthday. LOL How's that for being catchy? I've always wanted one so I thought why not? And I'm going to see if my daughter will get one for my grandson. How could that be more perfect?
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Post by sandsman1 on Jan 19, 2006 19:11:08 GMT -5
yea i havent even tried it yet and i got the hafta doit fever allready hahaha --- ill get kim hooked when i stop and say hi hahaha ill let her use mine to go around her own property i bet she finds good stuff on 13 achers who knows what was there before it became her farm might find some tins of gold coins or nuggets somebody hid hahaha
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Post by sandsman1 on Jan 19, 2006 19:14:25 GMT -5
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Post by Cher on Jan 19, 2006 19:23:17 GMT -5
Holy dino doo Sands, that's a chunk of $$ there. What about the Whites, anyone got any thoughts on those?
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Post by sandsman1 on Jan 19, 2006 19:52:25 GMT -5
i asked acouple questions on the detecting board but havent got an answer yet maybe when they see it somebody will reply i like to hear from people that have been doin this for awile you know they say you get what ya pay for but ive allso seen stuff for alot cheaper that does the same thing just as well with out the nic nac stuff that dont make it perform any better just make dif sounds hahaha
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MichiganRocks
starting to spend too much on rocks
"I wasn't born to follow."
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Post by MichiganRocks on Jan 20, 2006 10:10:48 GMT -5
Holy dino doo Sands, that's a chunk of $$ there. What about the Whites, anyone got any thoughts on those? Hey Cher, I looked at metal detectors for a long time now and I just couldn't justify the expense on "another" hobby. The good units were just too expensive. That's why I decided to go for the Garrett Ace 250. At that price, I can afford to get two and have my wife go with me. I'm not looking to strike it rich, just have a little fun.  The Whites are some really great units, but you pay for it. Ron |
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Post by Cher on Jan 20, 2006 10:29:23 GMT -5
I'm not looking to strike it rich either but think it would be entertaining and something I could get my grandson into that might help get him away from those damn tv games and outside getting some exercise. I'm seriously looking at the one you have, did you find it hard to learn how to use it? Is it comfy on the arm? Did it live up to your expectations?
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MichiganRocks
starting to spend too much on rocks
"I wasn't born to follow."
Member since April 2007
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Post by MichiganRocks on Jan 20, 2006 11:03:30 GMT -5
Hey Cher, I really like it so far. It is really light and easy to carry. I have been experiencing some MS activity for a few months and they tell me the stregth in my hands and arms is less than half what it was, and I'm not having any trouble carrying it. Hard to do too much now with winter and all, but I did go out yesterday and find a penny under the snow! Of course it was most likely mine to begin with so I guess that doesn't count as treasure.  Ron |
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Post by Cher on Jan 20, 2006 11:14:12 GMT -5
How deep does that one go?
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The Whites are some really great units, but you pay for it.
