Tips On Buying A Metal Detector-Beginners
Metal Detecting is an exciting and healthy hobby. It is exciting as this hobby provides the opportunity to discover buried treasures. At the same time it is healthy as one needs to be outdoors in order to enjoy the hobby.
The first step to take up this hobby is to buy a metal detector. However buying a metal detector is no easy task as there is a large variety of metal detectors out in the market. Further more as a beginner one may not know how to go about buying one. Hence below are four considerations to consider when buying your first detector.
The first consideration is to decide on your budget. The budget should include the cost of the metal detector and associated accessories such as a headphone, digging tools like trowels or beach scoops. You may also consider others, like coil cover and a metal detector bag.
Next, the second consideration is to ask the question on where you are going to carry out metal detecting the most. This is important because it will affect the type metal detector you are buying. It makes no sense to buy a detector that is not water proof when you are going to be detecting at the beaches. A good way to decide is to look at where you are currently staying.Very likely you will be detecting locally, hence if you are near beaches, it is likely that you will be detecting there. Thus get a metal detector suitable for detecting in beaches.
The third consideration is the weight. A metal detector can be a heavy item, thus make sure you are comfortable handling the metal detector you buy. It's no use to find out later after buying that the weight is too heavy for you to handle.
The last consideration is whether to get a used or a new detector. A new detector, you get to enjoy the full manufacturer warranty and thus peace of mind. On the other hand , getting a used one, you can get a higher range detector. However as a beginner, it is advisable to get some thing manageable in order to pick up skills and to learn. It's no point having a sophisticated detector with functions that overwhelm you.
Finally, with the above four consideration taken into account, it's time to research on the metal detectors available that meet your requirement. The best place to research is online or drop in to a local dealer to talk and to ask questions. Remember you are getting a detector that will accompany you for long term. Hence take your time and do not rush into buying one or you may end up with an unsuitable detector.
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Fisher CZ-3D Metal Detector List Price: $949.95 Sale Price: $699.00  |
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Maximized for finding older era coins at older sites! Take the Fisher CZ-3D metal detector challenge today and find what you have been missing! Featuring the new enhanced mode for the very best performance hunting older sites... |
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Tesoro Silver uMax Metal Detector List Price: $299.00 Sale Price: $239.20 Average Rating:  |
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This is the next generation, cutting edge design of the best selling Tesoro Silver Sabre metal detector. What sets this model apart from the pack is the number of useful features that you are getting for your dollar... |
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Garrett Master Sound Stereo Headphones List Price: $29.95 Sale Price: $25.46 Average Rating:  |
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Field-tested and approved for all types of metal detectors, these stereo/mono headphones enhance weak signals and offer dual volume controls for adjusting to individual hearing requirements. A leather headband and ear cushions provide comfort, and a 10-foot coiled cord provides convenience without tangles... |
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Security Wand Metal Detector with Audio Alert and Red LED Alert List Price: $129.95 Sale Price: $50.95 |
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Handheld Metal Detector Wand with Audio Alert and Red LED Alert This is an excellent detector for use in security screening. or other uses. In standard operating mode a green LED will flash every few seconds to let you know it is operating properly... |
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Tesoro Golden uMax Metal Detector Sale Price: $423.20 |
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Outstanding features packed into the lightest metal detector housing on the market. User adjustable Notch Filter Discrimination. Unlike other machines, the Golden uMax gives you control of what falls inside the notch window... |
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Pinpointer List Price: $59.99 Sale Price: Too low to display Average Rating: |
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PROVIDES PRECISION PINPOINTING USE SIDE BY SIDE WITH METAL DETECTORS TO PINPOINT EXACT LOCATIONS OF UNDERGROUND ITEM PINPOINTS WITH PROBE TIP WITHIN 1.5" STATIC OPERATION NO MOTION REQUIRED REQUIRES ONE 9V BATTERY |
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BOUNTY HUNTER QUICKDRAWII Quick Draw II Metal Detector List Price: $249.95 Sale Price: Too low to display |
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DETECTS COIN-SIZE OBJECTS UP TO 8inch DEEP; LARGER OBJECTS UP TO 3 FT ; 8inch INTERCHANGEABLE, WATERPROOF SEARCH COIL ; SENSITIVITY & DISCRIMINATION CONTROLS ; NOTCH & AUTO-NOTCH MODES ; 3-TONE AUDIO DISCRIMINATION ; TOUCH PAD SELECTION ; 3-LEVEL IRON DISCRIMINATION ; LCD WITH TARGET ID & DEPTH READOUT ; HEADPHONE JACK ; 5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY |
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Minelab Explorer SE Professional Metal Detector List Price: $1,500.00 Sale Price: $1,298.95 |
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The 3rd generation Explorer surpasses anything you've seen for depth, sensitivity and superior discrimination! The Full Band Spectrum (FBS) circuit automatically transmits multiple frequencies simultaneously... |
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Garrett Metal Detectors 1152130 Graphic Target Profiling Metal Detector List Price: $699.95 Sale Price: $594.95 |
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When treasure hunting, knowing the size of a buried target may mean the difference between digging trash and digging treasure! That's why you need Garrett's ALL NEW Graphic Target Profiling (GTP) 1350... |
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