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faults of the x-70....
- Thread starter seeker41
- Start date
Everybody has an opinion and they will vary. I have owned and sold dozens of machines. The only two I now have are the first one I bought in June of 91 and the X-70. I mostly relic and coin hunt. I have had the opportunity to do both with this machine. It does both very well. The stability, sensitivity, and discrimination are excellent. I like it better than the explorer as far as depth on relics is concerned. I hunted with the explorer for years. I never knew a deeper machine on silver, but I was not blown away by its depth on relics such as minie balls. The X-70 has Explorer depth on silver and better than Explorer depth on relics. Also, it's much lighter and intuitive and I love the tone i.d. Minelab has hit a home run with this machine. I don't see myself parting with it any time soon.
jeff & Maria
Active member
I have an Explorer and an X 70. I use both and honestly love both. I can move at a quick pace with the X 70, not recommended with the Explorer. If I find a spot that has potential then I use the Explorer since it sniffs out anything and everything. Where you live has a lot to do with it. If your ground composition allows coins to sink deep then the Explorer will get them. I have had no problem with the 70 finding targets down 7-8 inches out here. The 70 is light, and the prospecting mode is a nice feature when relic hunting. I wouldn't part with mine either. A lot of us wish there were more coil options for the 70, but I usually use a 8 inch anyway. If I need to hit a trashy spot I put the 5 inch on the Explorer. No Sunray for the X Terra but I mounted a Uniprobe on mine. See one of my prior posts for a photo.
seeker41,
Well, you have a few opinions so another one won't hurt. When I bought my X-70 I was looking for a VERY GOOD general purpose detector that would perform in the three areas of treasure hunting that I like the most. Coin and Jewelry, Gold Prospecting and both fresh water and salt water Beach hunting. My research boiled down to two machines, the X-Terra-70 and the White MXT. Both of these machines perform excellent in all three areas of my criteria. I ended up with the X-70 mainly for mechanical reasons. The X-70 is lighter and less bulky to use. It also breaks down very small which makes it very easy to transport on airplanes and in our motor home.
The stock coil and the 7.5 khz operating frequency make it a killer coin and lewelry machine. It has put a lot of nice gold rings, necklaces, and bracelets in my treasure box. It is also great on all coins.
If you are interested in gold nugget hunting the 10x3 DD 18.75 khz coil is a must. It helps the detector to run smoother in the bad ground in the gold field better than concentric coils. I found a nice nugget with mine in AZ last December. (See the post further down on Nugget hunting with the X-Terra-70)
Some one said that they didn't think the different frequency coils made any difference. Under most general conditions that is probably true but in severe conditions the right coil and the right frequency will give you the edge to be more than just successful.
I am not a relic hunter so I can't tell you anything about the 3 khz low frequency coil and its effectiveness at relic hunting.
The X-70 has a beach mode and peforms VERY well under the wet salt water conditions. I do have to reduce the sensitivity some and move the discrimination up slightly. It will still find gold rings and coins down to 8" and deeper with no problems. Where I was hunting in the gulf, the sand was around 8" to 10" deep over a hard packed decomposing shell base (almost like cement). I found coins and rings down on top of and into the base.
Now you have another opinion to think about.
God Bless,
Smitty II
Well, you have a few opinions so another one won't hurt. When I bought my X-70 I was looking for a VERY GOOD general purpose detector that would perform in the three areas of treasure hunting that I like the most. Coin and Jewelry, Gold Prospecting and both fresh water and salt water Beach hunting. My research boiled down to two machines, the X-Terra-70 and the White MXT. Both of these machines perform excellent in all three areas of my criteria. I ended up with the X-70 mainly for mechanical reasons. The X-70 is lighter and less bulky to use. It also breaks down very small which makes it very easy to transport on airplanes and in our motor home.
The stock coil and the 7.5 khz operating frequency make it a killer coin and lewelry machine. It has put a lot of nice gold rings, necklaces, and bracelets in my treasure box. It is also great on all coins.
If you are interested in gold nugget hunting the 10x3 DD 18.75 khz coil is a must. It helps the detector to run smoother in the bad ground in the gold field better than concentric coils. I found a nice nugget with mine in AZ last December. (See the post further down on Nugget hunting with the X-Terra-70)
Some one said that they didn't think the different frequency coils made any difference. Under most general conditions that is probably true but in severe conditions the right coil and the right frequency will give you the edge to be more than just successful.
I am not a relic hunter so I can't tell you anything about the 3 khz low frequency coil and its effectiveness at relic hunting.
The X-70 has a beach mode and peforms VERY well under the wet salt water conditions. I do have to reduce the sensitivity some and move the discrimination up slightly. It will still find gold rings and coins down to 8" and deeper with no problems. Where I was hunting in the gulf, the sand was around 8" to 10" deep over a hard packed decomposing shell base (almost like cement). I found coins and rings down on top of and into the base.
Now you have another opinion to think about.
God Bless,
Smitty II
I have been to alot of parks and a few beaches and am very pleased with the XT-70. I have also owned an exp II in the past and although it was a very nice machine with alot of programing features I just cant compare the two machines when it comes to versatility and practicality, the XT-70 does everything I need it to do and with little effect on my energy and pocket. Power consumption is fantastic on the XT-70 it amazes me how long the batteries last. For every real enthusiast most have a few detectors of course and would be unwise to think one detector does it all (giggles) but for the money this machine is like a wolf in sheeps clothing. As far as coils go I agree with everyone else, all we can do is keep biting at minelabs heals until they give into the consumer. Im yet to use my machine on the goldfields and am looking forward to trying it out this winter. Hope this helped.
Cheers!
Cheers!
Nugget71
You caught me. The coil is actually little over 10" max but it is listed as a 10" elliptical coil and it is the 18.75 khs one from Minelab. It is a little over 10" long and about 5" wide. I meant to type 10x5.
I don't know how I got 3 in there but I did, When I read it over I still missed it. Sorry for the confusion.
God Bless,
Smitty II
You caught me. The coil is actually little over 10" max but it is listed as a 10" elliptical coil and it is the 18.75 khs one from Minelab. It is a little over 10" long and about 5" wide. I meant to type 10x5.
I don't know how I got 3 in there but I did, When I read it over I still missed it. Sorry for the confusion.
God Bless,
Smitty II
Seeker41,
If you want a fault, here is a slight one. My X-70 is not super strong on audio volume. It is adaquate but it for sure won't blow your head off. You can set the volume level different for speaker use and for headphones. I run mine wide open in both.
That is about the only thing I can come up with to complain about.
God Bless,
Smitty II
If you want a fault, here is a slight one. My X-70 is not super strong on audio volume. It is adaquate but it for sure won't blow your head off. You can set the volume level different for speaker use and for headphones. I run mine wide open in both.
That is about the only thing I can come up with to complain about.
God Bless,
Smitty II
Old California
New member
Smitty is right,
The X-70 audio is not very loud, The weaker singals don't jump out as they do on other detectors.
Very possible to miss signals, Need to slow down the sweep speed and sens at the older areas laced with old iron and then be very alert for the weak signals.
Paul (Ca)
The X-70 audio is not very loud, The weaker singals don't jump out as they do on other detectors.
Very possible to miss signals, Need to slow down the sweep speed and sens at the older areas laced with old iron and then be very alert for the weak signals.
Paul (Ca)
I've not found any weaknesses yet. But, I've only had mine a year, and ran 8 or 10 sets of batteries through it. 
Of all the posts on here, during the past year or so, (with the exception of the lower shaft being too long for a couple guys) those that didn't like it was either because they never had one, or
bought it for the wrong reasons. Personally, I think it they are excellent coin hunters. If you buy an X-Terra based on what it was designed to do, and not try to make it into something it is not, I think you will be well pleased with it. HH Randy
Of all the posts on here, during the past year or so, (with the exception of the lower shaft being too long for a couple guys) those that didn't like it was either because they never had one, or
bought it for the wrong reasons. Personally, I think it they are excellent coin hunters. If you buy an X-Terra based on what it was designed to do, and not try to make it into something it is not, I think you will be well pleased with it. HH RandyHey Randy,
I would have to say that the lower rod being a bit too long for me is my only gripe so far. Easy enought to fix though with a drill and a pipe cutter. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to get out with mine lately. We've had the worst winter I can remember in the last 30 years. It's very unusual not to be able to get out and hunt during the winter here. Oh well, Spring is only two months away.
Good hunting,
OldeTymer
I would have to say that the lower rod being a bit too long for me is my only gripe so far. Easy enought to fix though with a drill and a pipe cutter. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to get out with mine lately. We've had the worst winter I can remember in the last 30 years. It's very unusual not to be able to get out and hunt during the winter here. Oh well, Spring is only two months away.
Good hunting,
OldeTymer
Mick in Dubbo
New member
The only 2 minor faults that you may come across are, weak battery springs and some people have had a bit of trouble with the speaker cutting out.I think that these are mainly on the early machines that came out as I haven't seen either of these faults talked about for quite a while, which is good news.
Mick Evans.
Mick Evans.
Bavaria Mike
New member
I have around 40 hours on my XT70, it is a great machine and I really like it! The only faults I can say are, I do not care for the way it pinpoints, pushing the button on, pinpoint, then pushing it off, I prefer a trigger but I have been using trigger type pinpointing on detectors all my 17 years of detecting. It falls over easily when you sit it down to dig a target, the stabilizer could be a bit bigger. The lack of coils for it, I would like to have a larger coil say 12"-15" and I know a few would like a smaller coil. Probably just a matter of time on the coils. It does well in trashy areas and separates targets well, will probably do great with a small coil in trashy areas. HH, Mike
wow! thanks for all the great feedback. the low audio may be a problem for me since i have hearing problems. i asked the same question on the t2 forum concerning the t2 because i am trying to decide between the t2 and the x70. i got one reply so far and it said something like, read through previous posts.(been doing that for over a month) so if anyone here can compare the t2 and the x70 id appreciate it.
Dick from IA
New member
....for starting this thread and also thanks to the many who replied in support of the XTerra 70. As you know, Seeker, I've been battling my X70 for some time, and only now am I beginning to realize what a special detector this is. I've even had it up for sale on another forum, as you know, but I'm going to be retracting it today.
My problem was me, not the X70. I keep comparing it to my Ace 250, which I had success with prior to getting the X70, and wasn't willing to give it the time it deserved. Well, now I am giving it the time and am I impressed
Deeper seeking, better pinpointing, smooth tones, manual GB, Threshold, Prospecting mode & does it ever love quarters
I, too, have slight hearing loss. No problems at all for me hearing the tones, and they aren't harsh tones; very pleasant to listen to.
I don't know the T2, but from what I've heard, I'll take the XTerra just for the shorter learning curve.
Good Luck with your decision and hope to see you at Beetle's Seeded Hunt, should he schedule another one.
My problem was me, not the X70. I keep comparing it to my Ace 250, which I had success with prior to getting the X70, and wasn't willing to give it the time it deserved. Well, now I am giving it the time and am I impressed
Deeper seeking, better pinpointing, smooth tones, manual GB, Threshold, Prospecting mode & does it ever love quartersI, too, have slight hearing loss. No problems at all for me hearing the tones, and they aren't harsh tones; very pleasant to listen to.
I don't know the T2, but from what I've heard, I'll take the XTerra just for the shorter learning curve.
Good Luck with your decision and hope to see you at Beetle's Seeded Hunt, should he schedule another one.