I have a 4500 with a 15 evo and I have found gold. But I know from trials with 2300, 5000 and 7000 with undug gold targets in the ground the others got signals I didnt.
If you have a 7000 do you really need a 2300 as well? Why?
I was recently told morning is best, then evening, and worst is middle of the day. Basically the more sun on the ground the worse. So having shadow improves things.
Any comments/experience?