XLT_DFX

[TG77]

After several years use of Bounty Hunter and Garrett machines I have started to look at Whites for my next purchase. I have a question that I hope doesn't sound silly to you long-time Whites users but as someone who has never used a Whites before, I just don't know and wish to find out.

My question is this: What is the difference between the XLT and DFX. What does the DFX do that the XLT can't.

 

[dewcon4414]

In the right hands the XLT is just as good as the DFX IMHO. The only advantage id say would be at the beach the DUAL Freq of the DFX has some advantages going from wet to dry sand without having to rebalance. Now, is the money worth the difference in price? Depends on where you are hunting and what for as well as how much hunting and time you spend learning the machine... especially the DFX.

 

[Monte]

[quote TG77]My question is this: What is the difference between the XLT and DFX. What does the DFX do that the XLT can't.[/quote][size=medium]The main difference is that the XLT is a time proven detector that works well. many detectorists and dealers I know personally have done the same thing I did ... bought the DFX, used the DFX, compared the DFX, then got rid of it and went back to an XLT or an XL Pro.


Buy an XLT. Get a 6

 

[jeff & Maria]

I started with an XLT years ago, added an Explorer, an X Terra 70 and a DFX because I missed the White's machine. The DFX was a huge disappointment when compared to the other detectors. I sold the DFX and rebought a used XLT this summer. One of the first items I found with the XLT was this 1913 half in an area I previously searched. It's value paid for the detector twice over. XLT all the way!!!

 

[Monte]

and keep enjoying your XLT.

We don't find those nice old silver coins as often or in that condition like we used to, so treasure the find, and especially the memories that come with such good fortune.

Monte

 

[Elton]

Just can't beat an XLT for all around good finds ............Can you ????

 

[jackintexas]

I agree 100% with what Monte said. I too hunted with the XLT for 12 years. Then when the DFX came out I was the first in my area to get one. Tried it for about 1 1/2 years. Sold it and got another XLT. Still hunt with the XLT as my main detector.......Jack

 

[patch]

Hi gang.youhave me confused.i was thinking of getting a new dfx,but now you have wondering dfx,xlt,or some other machine.HELP!

 

[Larry (IL)]

Hi Patch. Everyone has their favorites and the best detector to use is the one you know HOW to use. The DFX is an advanced detector with a long learning curve to completely understand it. The XLT is a VERY good detector and works great right out of the box with the factory settings. I often find that the people who don't like the DFX, never learned how to use the advanced features the DFX has to offer. I have many friends who hunt with the XLT and do VERY well with it. BUT, I have NEVER seen, or used, an XLT that has more depth than my DFX.


Larry
DFX Classroom Forum Moderator

 

[patch]

THANKS LARRY.I APPRECIATE ALL THE GREAT INFO THAT YOU GUYS PROVIDE ON THIS SITE.

 

[UK Brian]

I'm in the had XLT bought DFX, kept XLT, won another DFX, sold it kept original XLT.
But I've also got XP's, Shadows, Pulse, non motion meter discriminator, T2, Treasure Baron, Compass, C-Scope and a stack of others. If one machine had to be the choice it would have to be the DFX for its go anywhere ability (especially if you add a few coils).
I much prefer the XLT, but on wet sand or light dry fluffy soil it can't match the DFX.

So if you only want one machine that will tackle anything fairly well get the DFX.

If you don't mind or in my case prefer more than one machine (no worries if you have a breakdown or fancy taking a previously non detecting friend out with you) then get the XLT and perhaps a twin or multi frequency machine for those sites where the XLT is not at its best.

 

[BuckeyeBrad]

you saved me from having to get into this discussion for the umteenth time.

 

[Pap]

n/t

 

[thebeatmachine]

The DFX makes for a great thing to kneel on when you're digging up all the silver that you find with the XLT.

 

[Elton]

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH..............LOL