Opinions, does size really matter (-;P!!

[Anonymous]

I've got two questions about coil size. Does bigger go deeper?? And second are smaller coils more sensitive to smaller items? Thanks and HH!!

 

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[Anonymous]

Yes, bigger coils almost always go at least slightly deeper. And small coils are usually best for tiny objects like small gold nuggets. At least thats what I've read, no gold nuggets around here. HH, George (MN)

 

[Anonymous]

Sometimes, in trashy areas a smaller coil will go deeper cause it "see's" between the targets. My x-5 gets incredible depth (6"~7") when moist but doesn't cover much area. Takes a long time to cover ground with 5".

 

[Anonymous]

Read this! This is just my opinion, but I have witnesses.

 

[Anonymous]

I had to send my XS away for service and was talking to a tech from Minelab on the phone and asked him about size vs small items. He said you will get better depth with the 10" and have a better chance of finding smaller items (gold) with the 8" I ordered my 8" Excal yesterday. When I hunt at the beach I want gold not coins so... anyway HH and thanks.

 

[Anonymous]

4. What difference does coil size make?
The size of the search coil is very important. Each coil size is particularly suited to finding specific objects such as gold, coin, relics, or underwater targets. When deciding the size of coil to be used, you must consider three things:
The nature and size of the target
The depth at which you anticipate finding your target
The degree of soil mineralization
A small coil will be much more sensitive, and able to detect very small objects. However, it will not be very effective in detecting larger objects at depth. Conversely, a large coil will achieve greater detection depth, but will overlook the smaller objects nearer the ground surface.