Toltec 100 vs. Cortes...

[Anonymous]

Has anyone used both?? And my real question is...
Will the Cortes come close to the notch ability
of the Toltec 100 and is the digital meter on
the Cortes nearly as accurate as the Analog meter
on the Toltec 100??
Thanks, Jeff

 

[Anonymous]

I have used them both and still have the Toltec 100 and the Cortes. Both of the meters are reasonably accurate, and they both get fooled on certain targets. I do believe the Cortes has more depth on small coins and the meter will still read on deeper coins than the Toltec. As far as notch, you would want to notch out pulltabs on both detectors but still accept nickels, which is what the notch is for. Both detectors will do that. The Toltec is much heavier to use unless it is hip mounted, which requires a longer coil cord. I have found silver coins with both detectors, but the oldest coin was found with the Cortes. I am sure there will be other detector operators with different opinions, but these are mine. Hope one will work for you. Clay

 

[Anonymous]

Jeff,
I have used both the Toltec 100 and the Cortes and have done well with both. But, without doubt, I like the Cortes better.
The Cortes has the performance, adaptability, depth, discrimination and of course light weight and small size to make it both comfortable and effective.
I used mine mostly with a 7" widescan coil and really liked that 'setup'.
With a few small changes, such as a Tejon-type trigger switch and four-tone audio ID system it could be even better!
Even as is, it is an impressive lightweight powerhouse!
Joe

 

[Anonymous]

hello, i have a toltec 100 that i purchased in 1987, it was used once on a beach then put in storage so it is like new, i recently found it again and will probably sell it, any idea of the resale value??
thanks john