Recommendations MD to Buy???

[starsplitter]

Been a while since I've owned a detector. Over the decades I've owned a Radio Shack (yup, I'm that old), Compass, Garrett, Whites, and used a Minelab (in Ecuador). Researching has become mind numbing. So, I thought I'd prospect some opinions/personal experiences. I want to hunt gold and probably do beach work/shallow water (fresh and salt). Which makes and models have worked best for you? To clarify, I have no problem buying two machines. Thanks.

 

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[cudamark]

If you want one machine to do all those things, I would just look at the Minelab Manticore, Equinox 900, XP Deus 2, or Nokta Legend....in that order. There are other machines that would do a specific job as good or better, but, finding one to do them all fairly well, is rather limited. You didn't mention your budget, but, keep in mind that you may need recovery equipment and other accessories to make detecting easier and more enjoyable.

 

[starsplitter]

If you want one machine to do all those things, I would just look at the Minelab Manticore, Equinox 900, XP Deus 2, or Nokta Legend....in that order. There are other machines that would do a specific job as good or better, but, finding one to do them all fairly well, is rather limited. You didn't mention your budget, but, keep in mind that you may need recovery equipment and other accessories to make detecting easier and more enjoyable.

Thanks for responding. I have no problem buying two machines. I edited my post to reflect.

 

[cudamark]

What will be your primary type of detecting? When you say gold, are you talking prospecting for nuggets, or just jewelry hunting?

 

[E-Trac-Ohio]

I'd take a very close look at the XP Deus 2 - it's amazing - there's some great video's on YouTube.

Good Luck !

 

[Oldrvrrat57]

My main machine is a Deus2 ! My back up is the Nokta Legend, I would recommend either one.

 

[Terry Soloman]

If you have a lot of money, Minelab Manticore. If not, A Minelab XTerra Elite for land, salt- and fresh- water hunting, and a used Fisher Goldbug Pro for nuggetshooting.

 

[Treasure_Hunter]

Thanks for responding. I have no problem buying two machines. I edited my post to reflect.

Starsplitter, I sent you a PM a month ago and you have not replied. Check your PMs.