OK, here's the question.

[scotwitch]

Couple of months ago I bought a Pioneer 101 (Tracker IV) in a pawn shop for $40. Hadn't used a detector in over 25 years, but had a little experience. Had a ball on my outings although I only found some clad, a few lead fishing wts & a Bic lighter. (Still worked). Then a few weeks ago, got lucky on ebay & picked up a Discovery 2200 for $65, shipping included. LOVE this machine. It seems to be a beast, finding clad dimes @ 7-9 inches and old pull tabs @ 6". True measures, not indicated. My question is: Why do I not see more posts about the Discovery 1100 - 3300 series of BH detectors? Are they not popular or do most hunters prefer the traditional BH machines? Having owned and used both recently, I like both but would probably take the Discovery series if I had to make a choice.

 

[possum]

Hi, You got a good deal on both detectors and yes, a lot of folks use the Tracker 4 and the Discovery series. I have a 3300 and it's been a good machine for me but, I don't get quite the depth as you. Probably juist the difference in the soil. Just read the forum and you'll see that many people us the T4 and the Discovery detectors.

 

[dougmoore34]

I can not brag enough about how good my 2200 was to me. I 'upgraded' to a Time Ranger and some of its features are great and yes it paid for itself, but the 2200 was without a doubt the best in its price range that I had ever used. I love my TR but hunting circles around the Whites and Fisher boys is just pure style when they would stomp up and then see my little $35.00 garage sale Discovery 2200. They were outhunted by a toy! It was a serious tool [to me], but I know what they were thinking. The disgusted looks said it all. The TR does its job well, but it will never break their spirits the way the 2200 did. Oh regarding the depth...just wait till your swing is in tune with your 2200 [start thinking an inch or two more depth and God help em all if it rains the night before]. Anyway good luck on your hunts Sir.
Doug in OR

 

[foreverRich]

I own better built and more expensive detectors, but my 3300 has been the best and easiest to use detector on the dry sand at the beach. I never have understood why so many people bad mouth the machine. It has great features, it is light weight and the VID is pretty accurate. I love the multi. tone ID. Makes it easy to hunt in the dark along the beach. I bought mine, not expecting much, but boy was I surprised. In my mind, you can't find a better detector for the money. They sell so cheap, I have been tempted to buy a spare, just so I always have one around to grab up and go hunting. But, I guess it's like everything else, if you think it won't work well because it is cheap you probably won't give it a fair chance. One persons loss is another one's gain!! Best of luck with your machine.