Luis

the price of $1500 was a reduced price only for the first 100 units

I use my 5000 with a low latency approx bluetooth transmitter with the JAM V2 headphones

I just came across this link on how an x coil is made for the minelab gpz.  I found it very interesting.

https://tolnix.com/gpz-7000-x-coil-magic/

3 hours ago, RickUK said:

Must admit this has been a really helpful thread as i also have a GPX4500,it came with the stock 11'' Mono which i wont be using and also the 15x12 DD ML which is will be using,i certainly wont be nugget hunting because here in the UK we basically dont have any,so mine will be used for hoard/artefact hunting.

I have just purchased 2 aftermarket coils and they are the 11'' Detech DD AI coil and that will stay on the GPX for basically everyday use detecting and also a Detech 18'' Concentric coil as well,so should have almost all scenarios covered,i do still own some large Minelab and Detech coils but these are Mono coils that i use occasionally on my TDI Pro.

Have been playing around with some setting today that someone from on the forum suggested and graciously helped me with over this last week or so,i wont mention who it is but a massive thank you.

Have a Doc screamer kit coming during the week to reduce the weight of the brick hanging on the back of the full harness,still got a long way too go but making headway for sure in taming the GPX,the weather is currently horrible raining and cold so not getting out alot at the moment.

But must admit this forum and all the help that folks offer is most welcome and thanks Steve for providing in my opinion the best detecting forum going.Thank you very much and also all the folks who contribute a vast amount of knowledge.

When you get used to the GPX you will no longer use the TDI and even more so with the 18 concentric coil.

I don't know why I assumed they had the same connection 🤦

I wonder if Minelab could make an update for the Equinox that would make the Vanquish coils compatible with the Equinox.  If it could be done, it would be a masterstroke that would surely bring them more benefits.  I myself would buy a vanquish just for the coils

I made a few back in the day but I no longer have just the ones I use.

you can do it yourself.  I made mine

Here in Spain there are many users who use these, they seem to give good results.  I personally haven't used it

The link to the video has already been posted in another thread.

2 hours ago, phrunt said:

Easy, first one I flipped a rock that's never been flipped before, second one I was stupid enough to climb down a cliff that had a lot of thorned briar rose bushes just waiting for their victim 🙂  In both instances I was the first to do something. 🙂 The point is being out there using any capable detector gets you in the game, you have a good chance of success, it doesn't take the best of the best to get a bulk of the finds, yes it helps, but it's not vital, I'd bank my money on someone putting in effort and covering miles more than someone with all the gear with no skill and no effort.

a lightweight detector helps to do those things.  I doubt you would have done it with the 7000😁.  I'm glad you're okay Simon.

We're going to have to wait for it to get to Simón to see it in action to see how it behaves

Not only does the detector seem to be well thought out, even the marketing seems to be very well done.  The amount of expectations there are and not a single video.👏👏

the 18" concentric from the detech brand could be a very good option with the 5000 on that type of beach Simón

Has anyone tried the new 25 DD coil?

I have a partner who carries his Equinox in a tennis racket bag.  and the truth is that it works quite well

Thank you so much guys.  These prices are now more reasonable

17 minutes ago, phrunt said:

The carbon rod looks awesome, is it too expensive to order the Werner tool from UK?  You could try all the usual places like Ebay I guess, hopefully you can find one.

Simon, I've been looking on eBay and I only get two sellers who ship to Spain and both are from the United States.  It would cost me about 30 euros with one seller and about 50 euros with the other seller, that with shipping costs included and I would have to add the customs duty costs, which I estimate would be about 15 euros more.

Today I received some carbon fiber rods to change it for the aluminum one and I ordered some plastic balls with the idea of using it with the Werner Tool Lasso, but I couldn't find it

finishing and with a coat of paint and lacquer.  We just need to test it in the field.  Waiting for a carbon fiber bar to arrive to improve it

Doc, would you send one to Spain?  I don't think shipping is very expensive

The price is more or less what I expected.  It is in the price range of nuggets finder coils, although a little high compared to detech coils.  The xcoil costs the same as the 15 dd spiral coil plus the 18 concentric coil

1 hour ago, phrunt said:

Yes, that will be the retail price including the express shipping.

Simón, do you by any chance know his weight?

26 minutes ago, phrunt said:

I like innovative things and people doing stuff for themselves even if it is out of necessity, I've used those Chinese tap diffusers on taps before 🙂  You should have used a fiberglass tent pole or some carbon fiber pipe for the pole on it to keep away from being metal, especially if using a PI with it.  The concept you've got going on is right, just I'd use different components to do it.  The top part of it you've done will work perfectly.

Surely you can use Amazon in your country and just buy the real part you need, from there as you've seen it's simple.

Werner AC58-TL Ac58 Ladder Tool Lasso with Belt Clip, Blue - Ladder Accessories - Amazon.com

Here is a UK Store with it

Werner Tool Lasso | Toolstation

Werner that makes it is a big ladder manufacturer, they're basically worldwide, you should be able to find it locally if you find a local store that sells Werner ladders.

Thank you very much, Simón, look at the ribbon.  I have used the aluminum bar because that is what I had at the moment and as you have told me it can be a problem.  If it works, it's made of carbon fiber.  It's mainly for use on the gpx and the detech coil coil, I love that coil but it's damn heavy