Best place to start? (Noob here)

[Scott2373]

So I've decided to take a jump into this hobby and I would like to know where many of you buy your equipment. I understand that forums support their sponsors and that's fine with me. So who do you recommend? I see that Big Boys Hobbies is a sponsor, but was wondering how reputable they are. I'm looking to spend a little over $500 on my first setup. I know this may not sound like much, but I don't have a big budget for something I've never done before and don't know how long I'll stick with it. Heck, my wife might even put up a stink about that much. Another question, are there any forum discounts or other benefits from supporting the forum sponsors? Thank you all very much and I look toward to sharing my future finds with you!

 

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[kingskid1611]

Welcome to the party. All the vendors on here are vetted. I would recommend any of them especially Big Boys. They are not only sponsors but most are active members that chat and respond directly. I like the AT PRO but that is just an opinion. All in All you have come to the right place. Good Luck and Happy Hunting

 

[Terry Soloman]

Welcome Scott! Buy with confidence from any of the Forum Sponsors. Email or call them, or just PM them here. Ask them for their best deal, and let us know what and who you decide to go with. Good luck and Big Gold to you!

 

[Scott2373]

Thanks for the replies! I've decided on the Whites Treasure Pro (Started looking at Ace 400, then considered the F44, then Minelab 505), a Garrett Pro Pointer (II or AT, depending on price) and a Whites Digmaster digger to start. That's probably about as basic a kit as anyone could want going into the field, but that's all I'm committing to spend, for now. I don't want to lose my shirt on lower grade equipment that I can't get most of my money back on, if I decide this hobby is not for me. Besides, I'm a very fast learner and have a knack for electronics, so hopefully I won't outgrow this machine too quickly! Thanks again!

 

[austin]

Welcome and best of luck on your hunts and with your boss...

 

[Scrappy]

I'll be bias just because my friends were treated very well. Keith at Fort Bedford Detectors is a great guy and very down to earth. He gave several friends great prices. Solid guy, solid business. Not to say any other sponsor is less, but Ft. Bedford has helped friends and they're solid.

Can't wait to hear of your finds

 

[Scott2373]

Thanks!