Hello from NE Kansas, Guidance please

[JDan]

I have played with cheap metal detectors and now I am wanting to take this interest to the next level and get a quality detector. I started doing research on what to get and just managed to confuse myself with all the choices. My very max budget is $400. I am hoping I can get a decent unit for that price that will work. I would like to have something that is universal for various types of detecting. Any hep would be very much appreciated.
Thank you

 

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[cactusrat]

Hello Jdan, Welcome to the forum.

I’m new also.

I got a Garrett Ace 250 a couple of weeks ago and I’m very happy with it. You can get a Garrett Pro Pinpointer while your at it and still come in under $400.

The Ace 250 is nice and easy MD to use. Water on the coil will not hurt it, but some type of water-proof cover (zip lock sandwich bag) will be need for the control box if you want to hunt the water’s edge.

 

[River Rat]

JDan

 

[JDan]

Thank you for the advise. There are so many choices out there and it's worse when your new and on a budget.