Explorer and Non-mineralized Soil

[Anonymous]

Have heard from a reliable source that the Explorer would not be the way to go for me here in central Texas where the soil is non-mineralized for the most part. Now, I'm aware of the advantages in "mineralized" soil, but I would like to hear from Explorer users in non-mineralized soil areas. I was told, and I have no reason to doubt this person, that I would be better served with a single frequency detector such as a Shadow X-5 or a Tejon. Not trying to cause a war, just want some other opinions because I had been saving for an Explorer. Any information and insight would be greatly appreciated, Ray Hogan in Waco, TX.

 

[Anonymous]

Ray,
My soil is quite mineralized here in CO. However, that is only a small part of the big picture with the Explorer.
A single freq machine will tell you "yep, there's something good there" while the Explorer will tell you "That's a post '87 penny" or "That's a quarter" or "that's a nickel". All of this takes some time learning what hits where, but to me that is the biggest advantage of all - knowing almost certain what it is you're digging before you dig it. The multi-frequency sound response is amazing!
I think you'd be much better off with the Explorer. I can only say this because you don't hunt in my area. Otherwise I'd be telling you to get a single freq machine, LOL.
HH - Rhoderman

 

[Anonymous]

Where it is a non salt beach and the sand is not mineralized.
I was finding the tiniest sterling silver jewelry for a bracelet at increddible depths.
I believe your friend is SADLY mistaken.
And I knew it was silver before I even dug.