Rob Allison

Down to just a handful of these coils left if anyone is still searching for them. Rob

Hi Chuck, You did notice Minelab has the new packed Gold Monster 1000 at $799 with just the 5" coil, but 2 batteries, correct?

Perfect time for the Minelab SDC 2300, hit up Alaska Mining and Diving up there for the SDC 2300 special right now. If the iron rubbish is very bad, you might consider a good coin/relic unit like a Equinox or Manticore with good discrimination as you won't miss the big gold with either of these detectors. Rob

Hello All, We just received in a good conditioned, used Minelab GPX 5000 metal detector. I will get some pictures up and the serial number for all you, but asking $2500 and this will include shipping with the US. Keep in mind, shipping is a killer anymore for these large boxes, the weight and the insurance value. Unit includes the following Minelab GPX 5000 Serial # (Unit in great shape) Detector Pro Black Widow Headphones- New 11" Commander Mono Searchcoil New GPX Wall Charger - Universal 12v Car Charger All hardware and lower shaft Coiltek Neoprene Control Box Cover (3) 5 Pin Power Cords If you're interested, contact us ASAP as we don't plan on having this unit long. We also check out the units, verify good working order along with parts and offer a 30 day warranty from date of purchase from us at Rob's Detector Sales. Contact info - Text - 602-909-9008 Call - 623-362-1459 LAN line, if no answer, leave detailed message Email - rob@robsdetectors.com Message me through the forums or PM me here. Rob

Hi Steve, No, there was a # 3, so good observation. I will never mis-lead anyone, but at the same time we are bound to some stuff by dates per the Manufacture as you know. Rob

Hi Ceril, I know this would require a lot of physical labor, but if the patch areas are small and you found a number of nuggets concentrated in a small section of the patch, consider removing all the loose material, rocks and top soil with a good rake. You can rake and detect a few inches at a time to gain more depth also. This is a slow method, but if the nuggets were concentrated in a small area, then this method can be very rewarding. If you visit locations like Quartzsite, Meadview and other arid desert placers of the Southwest, you will see hillsides, benches and such that have been raked from the early VLF up to modern PI days. Rob

Hi Ceril, Over the last 20 years, there has always been discussion on older PI's going deeper with larger coils. Normally, someone would get a unit modded more for depth and use a large coil. The 2 detectors I always heard were the best for overall mods were the Minelab GP 3000 and GP 3500, but there is much debate even on these. I'm not sure who stated the Minelab 17" elliptical would only get like 1 inch over the stock 11 inch, which I find that very hard to believe. Also, there are so many depth exaggerations out there, I would say you would get a bit more depth on a sizeable nugget like 1/4 or better. Rob

@Steve Herschbach Hi Steve, Well to be honest it was a Manticore Promo, but got pulled for now. If you're looking for a Manticore or Equinox 900, maybe give it a few weeks

Hi Steve, I agree, the COVID years business was very good, surprised me actually. I agree, we are now seeing and feeling the effects. Rob

Hi Guys, Well I have been doing this for over 25 years, seen the highs and lows and to be honest, I think sales are declining regardless of the current gold price and monthly deals. When you see manufactures running deals every month, just not one deal, but multiple you have to wonder and question what is going on. I think overall, sales are down worldwide, for sure here in the US. Rob

Hello All, Anyone looking for a used, Minelab GP Extreme or GP 3000 metal detector please reach out to us. We have both on the way in, traded for a newer unit. The have all stock accessories and potentially some other coils. I'm asking firm $1,500 for the GP Extreme and $1,750 for the GP 3000. This would include shipping and a 30 day guarantee from us that everything is working fine. We test all used units, testing settings and such to verify the moment they leave from us they are working fine. I will also have a used GPX 5000 metal detector, probably $2500 on that unit. If interested, text us at 602-909-9008, call office line at 623-362-1459, email us at - rob@robsdetectors.com or respond back here on this post. Rob

Hi Chuck, I haven't heard any different, so let me verify though. Rob

Hello All, As you all know, Minelab is really running the specials lately, pretty much each month a different promo. Here are the current offering from Rob's Detector Sales via Minelab April 2024 Promo's. Any questions, call us, email or reply back to this thread. We would love to earn your business and get you set up for the season. Promotion #1: EQUINOX 700 with FREE PRO-FIND 40 • Product Name: EQUINOX 700 • Part Number: 3720-0005 • Promotional Item: FREE PRO-FIND 40 • Promotional Part Number: 3226-0005 • Buy In Timeline: Friday 03/12/2024 – Monday 4/8/2024 • PROMO Start Date: 04/02/2024 • PROMO End Date: 4/30/2024 Promotion #2: EQUINOX 600 HOT DEAL $499 MAP • Product Name: EQUINOX 600 • Part Number: 3720-0001 • Promotional Item: Discounted MAP • Promotional Part Number: N/A • Buy In Timeline: On Going • PROMO Start Date: 03/01/2024 • PROMO End Date: Until Supplies Lasts Promotion #4: SDC 2300 – MAP Holiday $500 OFF - $3,099.00 • Product Name: SDC 2300 • Part Number: 3230-0003 • Promotional Item: Discounted MAP $500 OFF - $3,099 • PROMO Start Date: 04/02/2024 • PROMO End Date: 4/30/2024 Promotion #5: GPX 6000 with FREE 17” Coil • Product Name: GPX 6000 • Part Number: 3300-0500 • Promotional Item: FREE GPX 17” Coil • Promotional Part Number: 3011-0427 • PROMO Start Date: 04/02/2024 • PROMO End Date: 4/30/2024 Rob's Detector Sales

All coils shipped this morning if you ordered one from us. We still have a good batch left, but we also now have our NF coils in, but most will be sold in the next couple of days if you're looking for a NF 12" Z Search, 17x13 Z Search, NF Exceed 12x7 and other EVO NF coils. Rob

Hi Guys, We received 2 dozen more coils, they will go quickly. Let us know if you need one, or you can order online. Just a FYI. Order here online - https://www.robsdetectors.com/product/minelab-manticore-m8-coil-with-skidplate-8x5-5-elliptical-double-d/ $239 with free shipping with the US. No Tax outside of Arizona.

Hi Ralph and others, Yes, I heard this morning the bad news, but knew he wasn't doing real well the past year or so from what I heard from mutual friends. God Bless John and his family, sad news. John "GoldMaster" B., also noted for the "pointy finger." I have some great story about John and some of our adventures during the early years of chasing Gold and Meteorites. John had a huge passion for metal detecting for gold and later meteorites. He loved to razz me, along with others that used the Minelab PI's, referring to them as Coatracks. This ended after a few large Minelab finds were made, but John loved to razz, kid and joke around. He had a great sense of humor and will be missed for sure. I'll post some more later after I dig up some pictures I have with him. John will be missed and for the ones that didn't get the chance to meet him, you guys/gals would of loved him. Rob

Wow Doc, That is a good picture and I remember that day. Thanks for always being a special friend. I will dig up some pictures I have with you and post them when I can. I would like to say, Doc has been an amazing friend, but beyond that, one of the best US Distributors for Coiltek products back in the day. Also, Doc Detecting is one of the best manufactures of prospecting accessories and gear out there. I highly recommend, support and sell all of Doc's stuff. P.S. I sent the picture to Dennis, he said that is when he was Fat and I was skinny ... LOL God Bless you Doc! Rob

Hi Chuck, Yes great reviews on them.

Hi Guys, Ya, that was me in the GP Extreme ad, boy have I aged since then .... LOL I found some of my best, large gold, with the GP Extreme. I think it had to do with the first GP detector that had a bit better sensitivity and depth over the prior SD detectors. That all being said, I still remember the first SD2000 and just had to get my hands on one. A good friend, long passed was killing it with the new Minelab SD2000, handful of slugs. I rounded up all I could, $3750 and purchased one of the first ones to arrive. I never looked back after that .... Great times. Rob

Hello All, More coils arrive, but won't have long if you're still searching for one. https://www.robsdetectors.com/product/minelab-manticore-m8-coil-with-skidplate-8x5-5-elliptical-double-d/

Hello Everyone, Just received another batch of the new Manticore Searchcoils, M8 and M15's. The M8's are the hot ones right now. Below you can find and order if you're still looking for one, Thanks! https://www.robsdetectors.com/product/minelab-manticore-m8-coil-with-skidplate-8x5-5-elliptical-double-d/

Hello, For years I sold Detech coils and accessories through Detector Electronics. I'm not sure what happened, but at some point it was impossible to get coils, so I pretty much gave up. From time to time, I do get customers asking about Detech coils and if I can still get them. Rob

Hi Gerry, I just happened to see and read this thread. Thanks for the kind works, I feel the same about you. I just returned from a long day of detecting and I'm pooped out to write much. Going to be interesting when the AlgoForce hits the US market. Rob

Hi Gerry, I think it goes back to what most can afford. Everyone would love to own a GPX 6000 or even a GPZ 7000, but most know there are other priorities for most that come before a super, high end detector. I get calls all the time about how someone would love to own a GPZ, but the wife would leave them. Historically, the GPX 4500 and 5000 were the best sellers, more so after they were both discounted down to $2499 and $3995.00. I still today get inquiries on them, but both long discontinued here in the US. Keep in mind also, the GPX can really probably find about 85% off all the gold that is out there today. There will always be nuggets that are too small, crystalline, too deep ,,,,, and the list goes on and on .... If most would just focus on what they can find, rather than what they might be missing! I could "what if" all the time. The big advantage I see with the AlgoForce 1500 is the price and all the aftermarket coils you can use with it. I think if Minelab continued to carry and support the GPX 4500 @ $2499, we wouldn't probably be having these discussions today. Just my thoughts,

Hi Guys, Not to toot any horns, whether it really matters or not, but we purchased all the GPX 5000's Minelab Americas & American Detector Distributors had early last year. We sold them all within months of the purchase at $3995.00 US. Prior to that, we purchased all the GPX 4500's that were selling at $2499 and we blew them out like Hotcakes. I personally wish they were both available, the GPX 4500 at $2500 would still fly off the shelves in my opinion here in the US. I agree, at some point the parts are not available forcing them to discontinue detectors. Rob