Do shops let you borrow a detector?

[harryhh]

My nephew is thinking of getting a metal detector since his son has taken a liking to it. I was wondering if metal detecting shops often let a beginner borrow a detector to find what they like?

Harry

 

[BarberBill]

Probably depends on the particular dealer. Some do offer rentals which may be a decent way to go.
BB

 

[Tom_in_CA]

yes, I've heard of dealers doing that. And/or they rent them out too.

 

[harryhh]

Thanks guys. Since he lives in the western suburbs of Chicago, I did find Windy City Detector web site that says rentals.

 

[GeorgeinSC]

Windy City is a good company to do business with.

 

[harryhh]

Good to know. Thanks.

 

[jackintexas]

My dealer rents an Ace 100. Usually for people who are looking for something they lost. He can't lend or rent a high cost machine because then it becomes a used machine.....Jack

 

[harryhh]

Thanks Jack. I was hoping that it might be common that some dealers had used machines that they would let you try out in order to get a sale of a new machine.

 

[hershey1]

Check and see if there are any local clubs close. Most are happy to help new people and usually plenty of models. HH

 

[harryhh]

Thanks hershey1, that's a good idea. I googled trying to find clubs in his area, but couldn't find any. I think what he could do is call some of the shops and get information on any clubs.

 

[lumacurve]

The dealers around me ( both of them) Always let me try a new detector before I buy it. They have demo models that they let me use.

 

[harryhh]

Thanks lumacurve.