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what do you think of the compadre
- Thread starter gaz1969
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DetectorOCD
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Ask this question on any forum and you'll get pages of positive responses. You can't beat it!
Bucksport said:
Hey Bucksport...Thanks for the nod!
That thread was my first short hunt and real first impressions.
Then, since I only get to hunt on Sundays, nowadays, I took it to a real old and trashy park for the next 2 weeks looking for jewelry.
Didn't find any, but I did learn about trash signals, and anything you learn is helpful.
Last Sunday, I figured it was time to dig something good so I went to one of my favorite sites that I have hit with 2 different detectors several different times just looking for one good thing...and it turned out way better than that!
I have a Vaquero and an F2 and I really do love them both, but I firmly believe everyone should also have a Compadre in the arsenal for so many reasons.
Here are a couple....
http://www.findmall.com/read.php?17,1550148
deerhunter
Member
I just bought a new compadre and just love it. 
Bucksport
Member
"If the "low gain circuitry" is so good at finding fine gold then why isn't it used on other Tesoro detectors? Are is it?"
It is the low gain that gives it a "niche" If they put it in their other units they would not sell many of them. Plus the others get more depth with the high gain. It is a trade off. If I had the money I would own every one of their units
It is the low gain that gives it a "niche" If they put it in their other units they would not sell many of them. Plus the others get more depth with the high gain. It is a trade off. If I had the money I would own every one of their units
Gaz,
To answer your question, the Compadre is a fantastic detector depending on what you intend to use it for. In most hunting situations, it is an ideal detector. You simply set your discrimination and go.
It is not a depth monster, but hits within 6", which is where 90% of your targets are anyway.
It has a 5.75" coil that is hardwired to the unit, so you cannot interchange the coils. This can be a problem where you want to cover a larger area with each sweep, such as at a beach or athletic field. But in most areas, it is just the right size, especially in parks and yards.
I would not hesitate to buy another one.
To answer your question, the Compadre is a fantastic detector depending on what you intend to use it for. In most hunting situations, it is an ideal detector. You simply set your discrimination and go.
It is not a depth monster, but hits within 6", which is where 90% of your targets are anyway.
It has a 5.75" coil that is hardwired to the unit, so you cannot interchange the coils. This can be a problem where you want to cover a larger area with each sweep, such as at a beach or athletic field. But in most areas, it is just the right size, especially in parks and yards.
I would not hesitate to buy another one.
I just realized that I really like the mellow tone of the Compadre. My Golden uMax is also pleasing to listen to with its mellow tones. My high-tone Vaquero, Bandido, Gold Bug and Omega make my ears ring. It makes for a miserable day in trashy areas. A lot of people really like the high tones, but not me. I fixin to do me some trading and selling.
tabman
tabman