Fisher CZ-5- Need a suggestion

[phillipofnc]

I have a chance to buy this unit. I am a beginner so I need a suggestion from you guys. If I can get it at 100 dollars should I get it. Serious here I found one but is it worth the upgrade from a Bounty Hunter to the Fisher CZ-5. Thanks.

 

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[czman]

I would use it first and make sure its right...They are good coin finders and if its right and you dont want it Ill give you 200 for it...

 

[phillipofnc]

Thanks for the response. Whats the best test to see if it right?

 

[Lowbatts]

A CZ-5 for 100 bucks is a steal and yes, you will notice the difference from your BH. Simple test, drop a square pulltab, nickel, dime and a gold rring on the ground. Turn the disc to 1 on the CZ, sense to 4 and see how far you can get the coil above the targets and still see a valid ID indicator on the CZ. For the time being set the GB or ground balance to 5. If it beeps consistently over each of the targets and gives a consistent indication on the meter at up to say 8" then would you be surprised? I wouldn't be surprised and I'd buy one for 100 bucks if it didn't work. As long as there's not broken glass, rust or contaminated battery contacts and the coil is not cracked, go for it.

 

[phillipofnc]

Thanks. Lowbatts. My father found this detector and I hope it works. I appreciate the help.

 

[weldermark]

sound's like you found a deal,good luck

 

[Leon]

For a 100 dollars you could send it into Fishers to be fixed, as long as it's not totaly destroyed, and still not be hurting...
A CZ-5 will detect pretty deep if working right, ( 10"- 14", or better )
Good Luck...