Today I was wondering if there were particular detectors that folks generally acknowledge to be best in class. In thinking about it, I decided that there are certainly a few out there. For example, when it comes to beach machines, I think that most would agree that the Soverign GT tops the list followed closeley by the CZ 20/21. For silver, I think that most would agree that the E-trac leads the pac. For gold - the GMT and the Gold Bug. When it comes to all-purpose machines, the field is pretty crowded but I think that most would probably agree that the MXT has to be at or near the top. I'd be interested to hear what others have to say about this topic - so weigh in!
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Acknowledged Best In Class Detectors
- Thread starter berryman
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Robert2300
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I would say that the Garret AT Pro and AT Gold has replaced the MXT.
But you won't convince the MXT die hards of that.
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But you won't convince the MXT die hards of that.
-)SpiritRelic
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I went to a area that dates to the early 1700's and did very well with the Tejon even though there was evidence of digging.The Tejon is admired by many relic hunters.I know this spoon has to be old.I found these items Saturday with the Tejon. :-D
Critterhunter
New member
I think of my Sovereign GT as first and foremost an old coin hunter at "dead" pounded public sites. With comparisons on undug targets in the field to some flagship other machines, the GT and 12x10 has seen all coins masked, on edge, or super deep just as well. I do beach hunt or wade with it chest mounted, but that's secondary to my primary interest of old coins on land.
No doubt there are some fantastic machines out there these days. All in what you mesh with to push it that last little bit, and also coil choice for the given site and day. If a good machine isn't a match to a person's personality and wants when hunting as to what to look for, far better to find one that your more "in vibe" with.
For a sleeper in terms of a computerized Whites, I always loved the QXT models. Owned many of there years. Fantastic abilities to sniff coins out of heavy trash without needing to slow down, due to it's lightning fast non-top heavy software, along with the ability to assign high or low tones to any one of the 8 zones to grab your attention on stuff when working through the lows.
For fine gold, like thin chains or tiny gold earrings, no doubt the Tesoros are a tough game to beat. Owned a few over the years. Amazed at how they'd wack a fine gold item hard.
The CZ line is said to be of some of the deepest on the market to this very day for sure.
For versatility at a dirt cheap price, no doubt the AT Pro has had a huge impact in a dual land/water unit within the reach of most people's price range. Got to admit Garret looks to have a real winner on their hands there.
Now there is the Vista units. Watching those closely for a unique beast in low non-ferrous/high ferrous sites, with the ability to sniff out super deep coins or other stuff. If I see enough to think pin point PI-like mode on my GT can't keep up on coins/gold rings, I might add one of those to my line up to sit along side it. No doubt though they'll out class a Minelab on thin gold chains and tiny earrings and such, but even on the thinnest of gold rings a Minelab will bang them deep like a coin due to them being an intact loop that presents a large strong image to the detection field.
There's a lot of killer machines out there these days. Just have to figure out which matches your personality to push to the edge it's performance, and also fits your particular hunting style or things your after.
No doubt there are some fantastic machines out there these days. All in what you mesh with to push it that last little bit, and also coil choice for the given site and day. If a good machine isn't a match to a person's personality and wants when hunting as to what to look for, far better to find one that your more "in vibe" with.
For a sleeper in terms of a computerized Whites, I always loved the QXT models. Owned many of there years. Fantastic abilities to sniff coins out of heavy trash without needing to slow down, due to it's lightning fast non-top heavy software, along with the ability to assign high or low tones to any one of the 8 zones to grab your attention on stuff when working through the lows.
For fine gold, like thin chains or tiny gold earrings, no doubt the Tesoros are a tough game to beat. Owned a few over the years. Amazed at how they'd wack a fine gold item hard.
The CZ line is said to be of some of the deepest on the market to this very day for sure.
For versatility at a dirt cheap price, no doubt the AT Pro has had a huge impact in a dual land/water unit within the reach of most people's price range. Got to admit Garret looks to have a real winner on their hands there.
Now there is the Vista units. Watching those closely for a unique beast in low non-ferrous/high ferrous sites, with the ability to sniff out super deep coins or other stuff. If I see enough to think pin point PI-like mode on my GT can't keep up on coins/gold rings, I might add one of those to my line up to sit along side it. No doubt though they'll out class a Minelab on thin gold chains and tiny earrings and such, but even on the thinnest of gold rings a Minelab will bang them deep like a coin due to them being an intact loop that presents a large strong image to the detection field.
There's a lot of killer machines out there these days. Just have to figure out which matches your personality to push to the edge it's performance, and also fits your particular hunting style or things your after.
Hi,
Very common mistake - you think an expensive "best" detector will make you find more goods.
WRONG
Pure sales hype
A guy that knows his machine and has worked with it for years will make you blush and want to hide, no matter what the production date of his machine is.
I frequently hunt with someone who seems to have a new fangled high-dollar detector everytime we meet.
That does not mean that he finds more than I do, using my old 1270 or the 6000 Di Pro SL
On the contrary - half the time I see him fiddling around with his control pad instead of hunting/covering ground.
Doesn
Very common mistake - you think an expensive "best" detector will make you find more goods.
WRONG
Pure sales hype
A guy that knows his machine and has worked with it for years will make you blush and want to hide, no matter what the production date of his machine is.
I frequently hunt with someone who seems to have a new fangled high-dollar detector everytime we meet.
That does not mean that he finds more than I do, using my old 1270 or the 6000 Di Pro SL
On the contrary - half the time I see him fiddling around with his control pad instead of hunting/covering ground.
Doesn
Skookum: I wasn't attempting to equate "best" with the "most expensive", so I don't think your "common mistake" conclusion really applies to my post. If you believe that your XLT, your 6000 Di Pro SL, your Classic III Plus and your Fisher 1270 are superior to more modern Whites and Fisher detectors, then I understand why you'd consider those particular machines to be the best in class for you.
BTW - I certainly don't disagree that one's level of familiarity with a given detector has a great deal to do with the level of success one will have when using it.
BTW - I certainly don't disagree that one's level of familiarity with a given detector has a great deal to do with the level of success one will have when using it.
Hi,
You can argue all you want to.
But "BEST of Class" IS an elitist classification.
To me, the word BEST means : above/better than the rest.
The numero uno top dog.
Leader of the pack.
This goes way back to grammar school : good - better - best
I think if you reflect upon it - maybe even consult a dictionary - you will agree.
And I do hope that you find what you are looking for.
You may have to upgrade quite frequently though - there is a better detector made every year by someone - though every manufacturer claims to have produced the best one.
In this regard
happy hunting
skookum
Edit: spelling
You can argue all you want to.
But "BEST of Class" IS an elitist classification.
To me, the word BEST means : above/better than the rest.
The numero uno top dog.
Leader of the pack.
This goes way back to grammar school : good - better - best
I think if you reflect upon it - maybe even consult a dictionary - you will agree.
And I do hope that you find what you are looking for.
You may have to upgrade quite frequently though - there is a better detector made every year by someone - though every manufacturer claims to have produced the best one.
In this regard
happy hunting
skookum
Edit: spelling
Larry (IL)
Well-known member
The hundreds of models of detectors made today are all the "Best in some Class" or they would not exist.
Larry (IL) said:
I agree 110%. All a person can do is research the models that most interest you and pick 1 or 2....or 10
...whatever your budget allows. From the cheapest detector to the most expensive...any detector is only as good as the operator. So take the time to really learn your machine.