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General Metal Detector Discussion
Another what to buy thread.... sorry. CAIRNS
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<blockquote data-quote="Lesgold" data-source="post: 432302" data-attributes="member: 9840"><p>Hi Meller. </p><p></p><p>I run a 5000, SDC and an Equinox 800. The 5000 is basically the same as the 4500 but with a few extra timings. Both are very good machines and when you learn how to play with them. They will produce for you (if you are in the right areas) Given a choice, I would go for the SDC hands down as a starting machine. Basically turn on and go, sensitive to smaller gold and has a good resale value if you decide to upgrade. In my opinion, the SDC and the 4500 make a good team. The SDC often sniffs out bits that the 4500 does not see. The 4500 will punch deeper and has a good range of coils that will cover a variety of situations. Being more compact, the SDC folds up and fits into a back pack enabling you to explore remote areas a little easier. The Equinox would be a good choice if you wanted to treasure hunt as your main focus and have a token play with gold detecting. From what Ive found so far with my testing, it is OK on small shallow gold but is not on the same page as the other machines as far as a dedicated gold detector. If you have a partner or friends that may come out for a play with you from time to time, the SDC is the best choice in that situation as you can hand the machine to them and basically let them go. Everyone is different in what they want from this hobby and there is no answer that is correct for every individual. The country that you are exploring, the time that you put into detecting and even your own personality in relation to traits like patience and dedication can impact on your decision. Good luck with your choice of machines. It doesnt really matter what you buy if you are able to have fun with it and find some of that yellow stuff. </p><p></p><p>Cheers </p><p></p><p>Les</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Lesgold, post: 432302, member: 9840"] Hi Meller. I run a 5000, SDC and an Equinox 800. The 5000 is basically the same as the 4500 but with a few extra timings. Both are very good machines and when you learn how to play with them. They will produce for you (if you are in the right areas) Given a choice, I would go for the SDC hands down as a starting machine. Basically turn on and go, sensitive to smaller gold and has a good resale value if you decide to upgrade. In my opinion, the SDC and the 4500 make a good team. The SDC often sniffs out bits that the 4500 does not see. The 4500 will punch deeper and has a good range of coils that will cover a variety of situations. Being more compact, the SDC folds up and fits into a back pack enabling you to explore remote areas a little easier. The Equinox would be a good choice if you wanted to treasure hunt as your main focus and have a token play with gold detecting. From what Ive found so far with my testing, it is OK on small shallow gold but is not on the same page as the other machines as far as a dedicated gold detector. If you have a partner or friends that may come out for a play with you from time to time, the SDC is the best choice in that situation as you can hand the machine to them and basically let them go. Everyone is different in what they want from this hobby and there is no answer that is correct for every individual. The country that you are exploring, the time that you put into detecting and even your own personality in relation to traits like patience and dedication can impact on your decision. Good luck with your choice of machines. It doesnt really matter what you buy if you are able to have fun with it and find some of that yellow stuff. Cheers Les [/QUOTE]
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