M6 vs MXT

[Roper]

Seems we are moving back to TN. from Fl. and am curious if anyone has used an M6 in the Eastern third of the state.
Used an MXT for years (sold it) without difficulty, but the M6 is a bit cheaper and if someone has experience in this area I'd appreciate hearing your comments.

Thanks, Roper

 

[clondike clad]

The M6 is made on th MXT circuit.
But it is set up for the coin hunter.
MXT and M6 have th same raw power and will go deeeEEEP.
My M6 is set up with the 6X10 and 5.3 coil also I use the 7 tone ID.
Don't let the M6 fool you that puppy will hunt with the best of them.
Oh the M6 still hunts the very old stuff and gold( it is a MXT with out the relic mode ).

 

[Dang]

My M6 gets the deep ones as well. I think if I had the money I would like a MXT because of the Relic and Threshold options.
I'm getting a 5.3 and a 6x10 for it next week.
In the future I'm gonna get myself a DFX and just bypass the MXT.

 

[badboy]

You will like the M6. I had them all, I still kept my XLT but the M6 is a fun detector packed with a punch. I just bought mine and its going to be a good year. You see MXTs for sale on ebay but hardly ever do you see an M6 for sale there. They are very hard to find used because everyone is happy with theirs. Like the one lad said its a MXT without relic mode. No threshold on this machine which makes it quieter then the MXt

 

[ccfl]

I'm still in FL...have fun in TN.....cold up there...brrrr. I have the M6 and enjoy using it. I would probably look more towards the MXT for your return trip up north....you already have experience with it. From what I have seen.... (what I have read}, the M6 is basically a scaled-down version of the MXT. I love the 7 tone id mode, but why give up the option of an adjustable theshold for ease of use (especially when you have prior experience)? You can increase depth with the theshold option....from what I have read....and you will also have the option of nugget hunting should the opportunity arise......(different from the M6). Your increased depth may result in more relic finds regardless of supposed options between the 2 of these machines.

 

[Bill G]

Go with the MXT if you can afford it, the extra features are worth it in the long run. This is just my two cents after owning both detectors.


As much as I liked my M6 that I had I did upgrade back to the MXT as I had one before and made the mistake of selling it. The M6 is a non threshold silent search detector and a fantastic coin & jewelry detector, but it does not have the prospecting mode and saturation (SAT) adjustments needed for serious gold nugget hunting. The MXT is a way better unit for this application. To be honest with you I like the MXT a lot better over all. I like a threshold based detector myself like the MXT over a silent search type detector like the M6, this is just my personal preference. Also the MXT has the relic mode with the all metal multi tone or mixed mode option, its not a 7 tone ID like the M6 but it is very useful in a lot of situations. I love it in the relic mode when hunting in iron trash and regular heavy trash areas for coins. I also like the alternate relic mode trigger forward position, the relic mode has a lot of uses.

Back to the question you ask, the MXT can tell the ground make up and react when hunting for nuggets it will give you saturation (SAT) speed options and a reading in numbers from a low to high for ground mineralization on the screen. The prospecting mode on the MXT is modeled after the GMT, Whites top end nugget detector, the M6 does not have this nugget hunting prospecting mode with the features needed for nugget hunting at all.

For nugget hunting, Relics, coins & jewelry hunting go with the MXT. For coins & jewelry the M6 is great if you like a silent search unit with tone ID, also the M6 will do for some relic hunting with the disk turned down if needed. I think for the extra $100 bucks the MXT is a better choice with all it has to offer and would be the way to go if you plan on any nugget hunting at all.

If you decide to get the MXT Get the book the MXT Edge as this will help big time understanding all the MXT has to offer in the hands of an experienced operator with all three operating modes, coin & jewelry, Relic and the Prospecting.

IN SUMMERY

As much as I loved the M6, I feel the MXT is a better detector hands down due to the extra features and the extra performance allowed by them in different situations such as taking advantage of the relic mode when hunting for coins in certain situations, the relic mode shines in iron trash and heavy trash areas. The prospecting mode for nugget and small nugget hunting because of the (SAT) or adjustable saturation speed and the superior ground tracking system works great for nugget hunting and of course the good old coin & jewelry mode, truly three detectors in one.

Best of luck you will like which ever detector you choose, both the MXT & M6 are great units.

Bill G

 

[Bowie]

Well,I certainly will not underate a MXT, its a fine machine. But, dont let anyone fool you, the M6 is as well.
Today, I set my XL Pro aside for a hunt with the M6 at an old ball field. It also had a few playground pieces around, like swings,monkey bars etc.
I was working one of the swingsets when I got a weakish hit and a ID of penny,not zink, but a penny. Flipped my trigger forward to tones and got a medium tone,then higher tone,on different sweep angles. I hit the VID and got a depth of 8 inches and sized the target to a coin size target. Dug a hole and sure enough, at 8 inches I had a 1963 penny.
No, youre right, they all dont happen that easy. Just wanted to let you know the M6 is for real. I think its underated.
I use the 5.3 Eclipse on the 6 95% of the time.
Whatever you decide, either MXT or M6 are good detectors.
Good luck and have fun!!!!
John

 

[Roper]

Thank you for the replies. It does not seem the M6 will have any problems since it is so closely related to the MXT. Some machines do not do well in some areas but without any negative responses it seems both will do well.

Thanks again, Roper

 

[Dang]

Where are you going to purchase your detector?
If your going the mail order route you'll have to be very sure about your decision. If you go to a local dealer you can try them both out hands on and be more confident with your decision. Good luck with the move.

 

[Roper]

I don't know how I'll buy as yet. TN sales tax is a killer. What I learned long ago is some machines just do poorly in some areas. Nothing like getting a machine and having problems with electrical interference or bad ground. Eastern TN might be a problem for machines overly sensitive to power transmissions lines. If I read a machine has problems with interference I take it off the list.
I know the MXT and figure it will do fine, but a hundred bucks less for the M6 equals a small coil.

Thanks, Roper

 

[Bowie]

I know man, its a hard choice. Keep lookin around, you might find somethin else to catch your eye,lol. Then it really will get frustrating. I really do like my M6, but I havent used a MXT and may like it better, who knows,lol. I do wish the M6 had all metal mode and a threshold. But I will hang on to my 6,its so easy to use. I have let a friend use it, let one of my kids use it, its just easy but a serious detector. At this point I dont think I want an MXT, I have a XL Pro to go along with my M6. I was leaning toward a DFX at one time but now so very glad I didnt purchase one, Ive talked to many that are not satisfied with that machine and I know many are, so... Have you considered an XLT, I hear many good things about it.
Well good luck to ya,
John

 

[Roper]

I don't care for the complicated computer machines but the XLT does need looking at for sure I had not considered it. In that part of the country fast recovery speed and separation are more important than depth. The M6/MXT should be right but the lower frequency might work better.

Thanks, Roper

 

[Dang]

Boy Roper. After reading all these replies I don't envy you at all! You have a tough decision to make. Flip a coin?

 

[Roper]

Knowing Eastern TN much TOO well, it is not a metal detecting hot spot. Esp.with $3.00 gas. I always ran my MXT in Relic, except for Tot Lots, so the M6 without Relic is a bit different. The XLT is a possibility and the F-75. I have eliminated everything else for one reason or another. Probably will get the M6 with 3 coils when I get up there and settled in. Of course, with my luck Tesoro will come out with a metered Tejon or something great the week after I make my purchase.

Thanks, Roper