I would like to introduce myself to the forum. I have been in and out of this hobby for 30 years and it truly NEVER gets old. It's the most relaxing yet exhilarating hobby that I have ever been involved in. I was a strictly Garrett user for years. I had about five or six different Garrett's over the years. Purchased an E-trac from Bart @ BBH and can honestly say WOW!!!!!!!!!!!! This is such an awesome machine that if I told you all about some of the hunts I have had I don't think anyone would believe me. I used to laugh in disbelief of the yearly silver totals claimed by E-trac users. I stand corrected! My silver count since April 15 is at 79. I never thought I would be able to find so many old coins in areas I have hunted for years. And that is strictly hunting old schools and parks in upstate NY. I would like to thank all forum posters who have helped me figure this E-trac out and look forward to contributing to this outstanding forum.