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Watching Paystreak hacksaw the arm cup on his Legend to modify it to his own personal requirements, definitely verifies the durability of the plastic used by Nokta in the construction of their metal detectors. He’s sawing full pelt and even with a full-sized hacksaw he’s finding it difficult to cut through the plastic. Now that’s what I call a good demonstration of durability!

Here’s a video which tugs at the very fabric of the new Nokta Legend Beast mode: It might just be me, but the glaring elephant in the room is the sheer loudness of the audio responses in the Nokta demonstration video on targets allegedly at the fringe depths of detecting in the Beast Mode. What do other peeps think about the loud audio responses in the Nokta Beast Mode demonstration video with an audio gain setting of 3? Plus, I believe Nokta definitely know what kind of depths are attainable with the Beast Mode and should have shared the achievable depths in the demonstration video so that other Legend users can start replicating the depth tests for themselves. I personally don’t ever recall watching a depth test video where the attained depth wasn’t quoted or otherwise how would you know whether it was deeper than what would normally be achieved? Obviously ground conditions can vary, but most peeps achieve roughly the same depth results in comparable soil.

Here’s Iffy’s latest video on the Beast Mode. The comments on his video make interesting reading.

Iffy Signals most definitely watched the Nokta demonstration video on how to use the Beast mode. He’s a very competent tester and has worked with various detector manufacturers testing different machines. He has another Beast Mode video posted straight after Nokta released their demonstration video. Apparently, there’s a lot of controversy regarding the Nokta demonstration video. One of the biggest issues some peeps have with the demo video, is the audio responses received in the Beast Mode over targets allegedly at fridge detecting depths in the demonstration video. They say the responses are far too loud for targets allegedly buried at depth. Personally, I think Nokta could have made a much better demonstration video, which left no ambiguity whatsoever by showing every single setting on the 3 detecting modes used in the test. Plus, if they know how to bury targets to demonstrate the Beast Mode, surely, they could quote a rough measurement so peeps can start demonstration the tests for themselves. Since they must know what depths are achievable with the Beast Mode or otherwise, they couldn’t bury test targets in the beginning?

I’ve just came across this video on YouTube, which shows a post by Nokta that they’re going to release a video soon showing people how to use the Beast Mode correctly:

I came across this detecting related video on YouTube yesterday and was somewhat surprised to find that it actually does look like a clone of the Nokta Legend: I wouldn’t like to be the Chinese cloner when Dilek finds out!!!

I really appreciate the feedback regarding whether any peeps regret purchasing the Manticore, as reading all the posts has certainly given me plenty of food for thought – much appreciated!

I appreciate this is an old post. But here in the UK the main Minelab dealer has this appendage listed underneath the listing of all the Equinox coils for sale: Note, this is the new version of the coil, improved for the new generation of Equinox Series (700/900), but is still compatible with older models. Suitable for: Minelab Equinox 900 Minelab Equinox 800 Minelab Equinox 700 Minelab Equinox 600 Minelab X-Terra Pro Just thought I’d mention it, so anyone considering purchasing an equinox coil to use on their X-Terra Pro could check with their dealer whether the coil they are buying is definitely the new 2023 version or not – this is apparently when the newer version was released.

I’d like to extend a big thank you to all the peeps who’ve taken the time and effort to post a reply to my query regarding the Manticore – very much appreciated! I’ve had a D2 since it was first released. So, I suppose it’s only natural to assume the grass is always greener or the other side of the fence, even if it’s a ploughed field! Thank you for the link, King Cnut – awesome amazing finds! Those pictures speak volumes, in fact much louder than watching any YouTube video! RickUK – I’ve always fancied a Nexus machine, as I’ve had lots of experience using manual ground balance detectors before. I remember reading a post on Gary Blackwells website – the famous XP guru guy. About how he first encountered the proprietor of Nexus detectors on a group dig, where he was using a prototype detector which had plywood coils. Apparently, he got a signal no one else could locate with their detectors. They all thought it must be really deep Iron, but Georgi kept insisting on his machine it was definitely a non-ferrous target. He then dug a really deep hole and uncovered a non-ferrous target, leaving all those watching literally speechless! This forum is a literal goldmine for in-depth posts, which contain real nuggets of information regarding the topic of metal detecting!

I am seriously considering buying a Minelab Manticore and wondered whether there are any peeps on here who regret purchasing the aforesaid metal detector? Most especially any specific reasons why they regretted their purchase? I’m based in the UK and only detect arable land and pasture fields. Personally, I don’t think I’d find much use for the fancy 2D screen, much preferring to rely on the audio tones instead. Any feedback would be much appreciated!

Are Minelab about to discontinue the Equinox 800/600 altogether? The reason why I ask is because of the crazy deals on both versions of the original Equinox’s right now. Here in the UK, you buy the Equinox 800 and receive 3 coils in the bundle – the 6-inch, 11 inch and the 15 inches. Might not be the latest tech compared to the Manticore, but you’re definitely receiving a lot of bang for your buck!

@Geotech, thanks for sharing the insider information regarding the V3 originally intending having purchasable progressive updates. Which is something I never knew. But what I do know, is the V3i was definitely way ahead of its time and still is in many respects! When I started this post about a modular detector similar to the Legend, it was just wishful thinking. Which is why I like forums such as this for exposing the Swiss cheese size holes in one’s ideas. Though I suppose, if I had a crystal ball. It’s probably an AI detector which is on the horizon eventually, but I haven’t got a clue what such an AI detector would entail but the concept certainly fascinates me!

Definitely food for thought EL NINO77. You have made some really good points. And still on the subject of revolutionising detectors made by different manufacturers over the years etc. I think the White's Spectra V3i definitely deserves to be up there with very the best. I’ve owned a few of them in the past and never ceased to be amazed at the technological wizardry of this machine. For it’s time, it was unbelievably advanced, especially for the detectorists who liked to tweak with the settings. Though, in hindsight I think more research should have gone into the coils available for the 3vi to get the very most from the detector. Personally, I think it’s Nokta who are the ones driving and steering the competition driven price market in the metal detecting industry at the moment, which is currently benefitting customers from all the different manufacturers having to play catch up with each other. These price wars are creating lots of interesting spoils of war on the detecting market battlefield. So, I for one salute Nokta for having the bravery to fight on the detecting manufacturers battlefield against some pretty powerful foes. I remember the days when a new detector from certain manufacturers, often entailed nothing more than a rebadge and fancy colour scheme, with very little real technological evolution inside the control box. Thankfully those days are long behind us now and detector manufacturers realise they have to offer their customers real tangible technological advancements if they want their custom. I feel Nokta as a detector manufacturer, does this by the bucketful and at really exceptional prices!

Phrunt, you’ve made some really good points in your post. I think eventually the detecting manufacturers might have to go down the road of selling separate control units for their detectors etc. Probably not from the necessity of pandering to its customers, but more from the economic dictatorship of the world market which is so precarious at the moment. Though, I don’t think anyone can fault Nokta for the quality and value their products, which are always manufactured to the highest standards. As I can honestly say, I’ve never ever bought a Nokta product and been disappointed in the quality of the workmanship!

The concept of utilising AI in metal detector technology certainly has the potential to bring more to the table. Or at the very least add some very interesting and flavoursome condiments to spice things up a little! In my opinion Nokta (Nokta/Makro) started nothing short of an industrial revolution in the metal detecting industry by always giving their customers more for less. I remember the days when you used to have to purchase a coil cover separately for your new detector. But Nokta always gives you the full-package and then some more! Wherein, I have bought quite a few of their metal detectors in the past and been completely blown away by the quality of the protective covers for the machine which were included for free. Covers which fitted the machine like a glove and were made to a really high standard. Does anyone else recall the days of third-party covers which fitted the machine everywhere except in the right places? It’s those little attention to detail which have always stood Nokta out from the crowded market place. Plus, I sure you I’m not a Nokta fanboy either and that I own other metal detectors aside Nokta products. But I think the biggest let down I’ve ever experienced purchasing a metal detector before was the one that parachuted in from the sky. I remember opening the box thinking the company had gone backwards regarding the robust build quality they were always renowned for. Prior to purchasing that machine, I don’t ever recall having to purchase a better-quality stem, arm cup and 3D printed coil reinforcement parts! Perhaps the Swiss army metal detector is already in production. But my money is firmly placed on Nokta bringing out a spork that turns the whole metal detector industry on its head in the very near future!