Arch Stanton

25 minutes ago, Gerry in Idaho said:

Just so you all know, I ran out of Likes today so please don’t be offended.

First and foremost.  I cannot say in words...because I don't think there are enough and or I don't know the proper way to say it.

But as a Marine and one who signed up knowing the ultimate sacrifice could be... and then hearing the news of a few USMC brothers who never came home, my heart goes out to those families and loved ones.

Memorial Day is a proud day for many, yet heart-wrenching somber for others as each of us treat it differently.  There's not... it's easy as black or white, right or wrong in my mind as some of us have never taken the knock on the door that tears our heart out.  But yes, so many have had to go through that pain and agony.   Memorial Day means so much to so many and in a variety of ways.  All I can do is thank each of you who did post pics, stories and tributes to your loved ones and those who gave their all. I salute you.

Now onto our freedoms of this fine forum, the ability for members to go out and make new memories with family/friends or be solitude how you desire.  We had a pretty good turn out for this contest and there were a few 1^st timers making comments, posting pics and having fun.  It’s good to get new faces/names on DP and active with what we all enjoy (detecting and gold).  Yes I realize we have some highly successful Swingers and I thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise for all of us to learn.  Also, I see some young blood newer names who joined in the fun and I hope each of you continue to ask questions and share your experiences as you progress and get better.  It’s the asking, sharing, bouncing off ideas/knowledge that eventually helps us all become better with our detectors.  You must realize, even guys like Steve H and I who have been chasing nuggets with detectors for 25 yrs and a few members even longer (especially you Aussie mates), but the reality is….we were all greenhorns at one time and dumb as a rock.  Eventually down the road, we’ll be old and not so nimble, so we’ll be looking for you newer gold chasers to help keep our fire and dreams/desire going.

The tally – My count showed approx. 60 names went into the drawing for the Dream.

The winner of the Dream GPX-6000?  Everyone who entered, posted, commented and yes even you Northeast & Norvic.  I thank you all.

The winner of the new Minelab Gold Monster 1000 is…… Jeff McClendon.  Jeff, please call Gerry’s Detectors so I may get this Monster sent out to you.

Again, thanks everyone for posting pics, sharing memories, family stories & contributions to those who gave the ultimate.

Hopefully down the road I’ll be able to meet some of you out in the gold fields and we can make some memories and dig a few nuggies.  Then we can share pics, stories and knowledge for others to glean.  Happy Hunting all.

 

Thanks, Gerry

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Thank you Gerry for the words of wisdom and your service!  Your generosity and encouragement are appreciated.  Have a great day!

To all the veterans on this forum, thank you for your service!  And thank you for the contest, Gerry!

On 5/24/2021 at 7:14 AM, Gerry in Idaho said:

One of my Field Staff, - Lunk will be down in AZ this winter and I'm sure I'll get down there for at least 1 trip.  He's not only dialed in the best Settings a variety of detectors to find Meteorites, he has spent countless hours and days in the field researching sites.  

A few of our customers from past - will visit AZ in the winter and schedule back to back training through me, and I connect you with Lunk.  1st day is learning the detector to find gold (at a different site down the road) and then the 2nd day is to learn how to set detector for those elusive Meteorites on some sites that still produce.  

Having that space rock sitting on your mantel with your other purchased gems will easily be the most memorable.

Good luck down road and be sure think positive.

 

Wow!  That's a beauty!  Thanks for the video and the words of encouragement.  

23 hours ago, Gerry in Idaho said:

Arch,  I'm not in AZ., but this video I did might be of some help to you.

As for some personal hands on training 1 on 1, I'll have a Field Staff member down there this next winter and he trains on both gold nuggets and meteorites.  I was with him in Jan down there and hunted those space rocks for a couple days,  we did quite well.

I appreciate the video.  I've watched before on Youtube, but I need to watch it again.  It would be great to learn from an expert.  That was quite a haul.  The only meteorites I've ever found were the ones I bought at the gem show and on Ebay.  Must be really exciting to find one out in the field. 

There have been several metal detectors for sale on the local CL, but none have been bargains and haven't sold very quickly.  Ebay seems to be the place where quality detectors go fast.  I was even thinking of selling mine and upgrading to a new unit but so far I haven't seen anything that interests me.  

7 minutes ago, mh9162013 said:

The price you used to describe it made it clear what pinpointer you were talking about. The other one(s) they make are more expensive (as far as I know at least).

I figured you knew which one I was referring to, but took the suggestion of posting a link for others who might not know.  Thanks again for your comments regarding the different pinpointers!

22 minutes ago, GB_Amateur said:

Got it; I think that's officially named 'Nokta Pointer', and could be confused with the 'Pulse Dive'.  To provide impetus for confusion, I think both Nokta and Makro had pinpointer models before the two companies merged.  I don't know if those were different, though.  Here's Nokta/Makro's current product page for pinpointers.

Just a suggestion to everyone:  if you refer to a product it helps the readers if a link to that product is included (can be the manufacturers page, a seller's page such as Amazon, even an Ebay listing).

I posted a link to the manufacturer's website.  The "Pointer" name isn't very original but as long as it works is what counts.

https://www.noktadetectors.com/metal-detector/nokta-pointer/

2 minutes ago, GB_Amateur said:

I'll point out that Nokta/Makro makes more than one pinpointer, so suggest everyone makes sure of which one s/he is referring to.

 

I was referring to the "Nokta Pointer Waterproof Pinpointer."  It's kind of a generic name, but that's how I've seem it listed on Amazon.  

50 minutes ago, mh9162013 said:

I've heard good things about the Nokta/Makro pinpointer. The only drawbacks I've seen is that it can be a little twitchy at max sensitivity and the button are at the back, which can make on the fly adjustments slower.

The F-Pulse is good in hot ground, but not immune. But it's biggest advantages come from using AA batteries and its sensitivity.

The Garrett "Carrot" is a solid choice (and one that I currently use), but I'm not happy with its ratcheting ability (aka: closing range). This refers to the pinpointer's ability to let you know when you're getting closer to a target, but haven't reached it yet. I like its max sensitivity ability, but when in that mode, its closing range is lousy.

White's TRX has great closing range or ratcheting, but it's been discontinued.

Based on my online research, the XP Mi-4 or MI-6 have ratcheting abilities that are close to the TRX and definitely better than the Garrett Carrot.

 

Thanks for sharing your impressions and experience with these pinpointers.  I read good things about White's TRX.  Maybe Garrett will bring it back or incorporate some of its features into a new AT Pro model.  It's a tough choice to make because they  all have their positives and negatives.  Just like a metal detector, there doesn't seem to be all around perfect pinpointer.  I'd like to find reliable one for general use.  Cheers!

I've never used a pinpointed as well but am thinking of getting one.  I wonder how good the Nokta/Makro waterproof pinpointer is for under $85.00.  I read mixed reviews of different brands and models.  It seem that the Garrett AT Pro is the most widely used.  I read that the Fisher F-Pulse/Teknetics Tek-Point do better in mineralized soil.  

3 hours ago, rvpopeye said:

Yes Arch , T'was Bill Carson that told me.

..... Now hope the detector is really quick to drawwwwwwww !

And on targets.

Hopefully, as quick as Blondie on those targets!

4 minutes ago, Cascade Steven said:

Welcome aboard and best wishes with your return to the hobby. 🙂

Thank you very much for the welcome!  I hope to learn some new things here and find some nuggets and meteorites using the GMT. 

58 minutes ago, Joe D. said:

Hello Arch,

  Like many of us, I'm happy you came back to detecting! Nothing else like it!! Those machines should still find the good stuff!!👍👍

Thank you for the encouragement!  I hope to get out soon and find some good stuff.

Are there any experienced GMT users in southern AZ willing to give a few pointers on using this machine and hunting for nuggets and meteorites?  

7 minutes ago, dogodog said:

Good to have you here Arch, Glad your back at it!!!! And I'm really glad you joined up with this motley crew of of treasure hunters for some knowledge and info. As for the learning part, Heck we are all still learning and you'll fit right in!!!!

I appreciate the warm welcome! This is a great forum to learn you from experienced detectorists like yourself, and I look forward to learning a lot from you guys.  Thank you!

I sure will.  Thank you for the welcome!

18 hours ago, rvpopeye said:

Welcome aboard Arch Stanton !

For some unexplained reason I'm hearing a lone guitar and somebody whistling this really catchy tune , and occasionally cackling.  Lots of reverb.

Nahhhh , .Must just be an ear worm....

All that info you seek is here , much of it already posted. Ask about anything that puzzles you , answer on anything you have something to add.

I've heard there are relics , gold and meteorites out in the desert , so that checks out..     When you and your friend find some remember this one thing........We Like Pictures !

 

 

You must know Bill Carson.  So they say.  Hopefully, we'll get lucky.  Thank you!

  

 

 

 

So am I.  Thank you for the welcome!

I have some unexpected extra time on my hands and am going to give metal detecting another try after quite a few years.  I was on a couple of forums that might not exist anymore.  I took the detectors out of the closet and brushed off the cobwebs and dust.  I have a Troy Shadow X2, Tesoro Bandido II, and a Whites GMT.  I mainly used the Shadow for hunting for relics and found a few. I recently sold a Tesoro Eldorado to a friend and hopefully he'll get the detecting bug and we can go out and find something interesting.    I'd like to resume the hobby and search for relics, gold, and meteorites out here in the desert.  This is a great forum with expert reviews on detectors and many informative posts.  I hope to learn quite a bit and enjoy the hobby.