Excalibur 8" versus 10"

[ag4mc]

Hi all,
Considering purchasing an Excalibur for shallow water hunting. Wanted to get some opinions/preferences from users on the pros and cons of the 10" coil vs. the 8" coil for use in the water.
Thanks,
Mike

 

[Gulf Hunter]

Mike, I own both units. I prefer the 10", strictly because of the greater coverage. The 8" is a great coil though, don't get me wrong. In tight places, like around rocks and uneven bottoms, like lakes, it may be more manuverable. The 8" can be swung faster, due to the fact that it is not reading as much ground too. I think the 8" is comparable to the 10" in depth, but maybe slightly shallower. The 8" swings easier through the water, with better control too. This is a preferential decision that you should think about, but I do not really think that either decision would be wrong. Best of luck sir.