2 Much Trash
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What is the best metal detector to use for hunting civi war relics. especially hunting in trashy areas?
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I hate to say it, but your question ......... even with your clarifier of " .... in trashy areas", leaves lots of room for multiple answers still.
Because it will depend on what you mean by "trashy area". For example: do you mean "trashy" as in simply "iron ridden" (burned down houses that introduced reams of nails, etc...) where you still intend to be a hero and still dig every conductive item, even down to foil sounds? Or by "trashy" do you mean locations where modern stuff is over the top (new parks, or whatever) where you might intend to (gasp) pass foil sounds too, and content yourself with being a little selective, and favor deeper stuff, or mid-to-high level conductors, etc...?
And even with those answers, there's still infinate variables, because there's infinate trade-offs still inherent: For example, if you *truly* wanted a machine that kicked *ss in "trashy areas", there are some machines that could be recommended, that would effortlessly pull conductive targets from iron ridden zones, while leaving all iron, and not even being fooled by iron. But with those, you'd be limited on depth, and perhaps lack performance in moderate to high mineralized soils. You'd also lack good TIDs (but perhaps that's not important to you).
Or if you mean just random trash, and you've got a lot of patience to get fooled by certain shapes of iron, and perhaps you want some depth (like if there's tall grass and foilage you need an extra "umph" to punch through depth wise), then perhaps you'll want a machine that's a bit more of a powerhouse. Will it see through trash as well? No. But you'll do better in mineralization, TID, depth, and speed of ground coverage.
So there's just too many variables still. Kind of like asking "what's the best kind of car for me to buy, if I have bumpy roads in my area?" People would still have to ask you if you're intending to haul rocks and gravel, then perhaps you'll want a truck. Or if you're hauling kids to soccer practice, perhaps you'll consider a mini-van. Or if you want great gas mileage, perhaps you'll consider a mini-cooper or hybrid. Or if you want speed, perhaps you want a corvette, etc.. etc.. etc..
Because it will depend on what you mean by "trashy area". For example: do you mean "trashy" as in simply "iron ridden" (burned down houses that introduced reams of nails, etc...) where you still intend to be a hero and still dig every conductive item, even down to foil sounds? Or by "trashy" do you mean locations where modern stuff is over the top (new parks, or whatever) where you might intend to (gasp) pass foil sounds too, and content yourself with being a little selective, and favor deeper stuff, or mid-to-high level conductors, etc...?
And even with those answers, there's still infinate variables, because there's infinate trade-offs still inherent: For example, if you *truly* wanted a machine that kicked *ss in "trashy areas", there are some machines that could be recommended, that would effortlessly pull conductive targets from iron ridden zones, while leaving all iron, and not even being fooled by iron. But with those, you'd be limited on depth, and perhaps lack performance in moderate to high mineralized soils. You'd also lack good TIDs (but perhaps that's not important to you).
Or if you mean just random trash, and you've got a lot of patience to get fooled by certain shapes of iron, and perhaps you want some depth (like if there's tall grass and foilage you need an extra "umph" to punch through depth wise), then perhaps you'll want a machine that's a bit more of a powerhouse. Will it see through trash as well? No. But you'll do better in mineralization, TID, depth, and speed of ground coverage.
So there's just too many variables still. Kind of like asking "what's the best kind of car for me to buy, if I have bumpy roads in my area?" People would still have to ask you if you're intending to haul rocks and gravel, then perhaps you'll want a truck. Or if you're hauling kids to soccer practice, perhaps you'll consider a mini-van. Or if you want great gas mileage, perhaps you'll consider a mini-cooper or hybrid. Or if you want speed, perhaps you want a corvette, etc.. etc.. etc..
fowlercharles
Member
Best answer for your question is to suggest that you locate and visit some of the relic forums known to have heavy traffic in CW Relic hunters and just lurk around and pick up on what some of them are using.When you get the feel for things go to asking questions and be sure you realize first off that a good CW Relic machine in one patch of dirt may not be able find a CW Cannon in another patch of dirt. CW Relic hunters in some locals will have problems in other locals because the Bad Ground and mineralization varies from place to place. Find out what machines do good in your area and you will have a better idea about getting the right machine. I always suggest folks to take your time and don't rush your decision. It could a big difference when it comes time to dig some relics. HH, Charlie
It's not easy to narrow it down to ONLY one detector. I would suggest one that has some form of Ground Balance compensation, either automated or manual, but not preset. I'd suggest one that has a full-range of target acceptance with the Discrimination control should you want to hunt ifor iron. I'd consider a model that is light and well balanced enough to use for a full day of hunting. While not a "must have" for everyone, I'd also suggest a model with ample Target ID and especially one with a VDI numeric read-out.
So, with those limited suggestions I would include the following, which is not inclusive of all possible units, but here you go with a few:
Fisher F5, F70 and F 75 and you could include a newer Gold Bug for some applications.
Teknetics Gamma, Omega, and T2, and like the above, the new G2 will also be useful for many uses.
White's M6, MXT and MXT Pro, to list only those that are currently in production.
Certainly many will point at a discontinued favorite like a 5900 or 6000 Di Pro SL or a newer XL Pro. many also find favor with a non-display model such as former Fisher 1200-series units or some popular Tesoro models.
As suggested, check on a forum for Relic Hunters and shoot them an e-mail separate from a forum post. See what they keep in their detector battery, and it's likely not just one detector.
Monte
So, with those limited suggestions I would include the following, which is not inclusive of all possible units, but here you go with a few:
Fisher F5, F70 and F 75 and you could include a newer Gold Bug for some applications.
Teknetics Gamma, Omega, and T2, and like the above, the new G2 will also be useful for many uses.
White's M6, MXT and MXT Pro, to list only those that are currently in production.
Certainly many will point at a discontinued favorite like a 5900 or 6000 Di Pro SL or a newer XL Pro. many also find favor with a non-display model such as former Fisher 1200-series units or some popular Tesoro models.
As suggested, check on a forum for Relic Hunters and shoot them an e-mail separate from a forum post. See what they keep in their detector battery, and it's likely not just one detector.
Monte
gilfordberry
New member
lol. If its mileage you're after, DON'T consider a mini-cooper. For a small car, the mileage is abysmal. Back to detectors, though - my choice would be a TDI but would consider a V3i, an Infinium, an F2, a 2500GTI, a Minelab gold machine, or even a Sovereign. All excellent machines, and all have some advantages over others, price being one consideration.