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I hoe you don't do that Steve (create an Off Topic Forum).------As others have stated---it's fine just the way it is.---------Del

Be warmer in the AZ/CA fields!

Thanks guys-----One thing I noticed about this detector right off the bat is how well it responds/hits on (small) non-ferrous targets--really "slaps" 'em.

Isn't there supposed to be an owners manual that comes with this detector besides that little "Getting Started Guide"?------How long does that rechargeable battery pack run on the GM1000 with a full charge & under "normal" hunting conditions?------How long does it take the battery pack to charge (AC plug in charger) when the battery is flat?-------Didn't see any info in that starting guide in regard to this.------I wish they would have made the shafts longer! LOL (I'm kiddin)-------I'm about 5'9" and I got plenty hanging off the back when adjusted for me.------So far, what little I have tested it, I'm really liking the detector although I haven't even had it on a hunt yet.-----If you've got any advice for me on this detector--I'm all ears!-------I've been reading up on what I can find on it.--------Thanks----------Del 

Yeah & I'll bet you a dime to a donut that if Minelab does get it settled down in this respect that there will be those that complain about it being "dumbed down".

Who IS that young fella??

BEAUTIFUL!!!

He makes the Quartzsite coin competition hunts--I talked to him there last winter.-----Darrel should know more about his where-a-bouts if he sees this post.-------------Del

On ‎9‎/‎6‎/‎2017 at 4:16 PM, madtuna said:

Yep, you never really know a person until you marry them or detect with them

Or share an inheritance with them.

41 minutes ago, Decanfrost said:

Thanks for reply Steve.

Yes i know impossible to do a comparison on what has not already hit the market.What about same technology that we already know about that the Equinox is going to be using.That multi frequency,harmonic off the main frequency thingy???.I thought the Fisher CZX is one in the list i was after.As mentioned go easy on me....im not a tech.

They are just trying to answer your question(s) the best they can at this point in time friend.------It's hard (impossible) to give a comparison report when all the details are still unknown about an upcoming detector release. ----Best to just whatch the forums as the details unfold on this new detector.----Then try to make a judgment call as comparison/features/performance with other detectors of interest.------That's what I am doing but it takes a bit of time.

26 minutes ago, Ridge Runner said:

Hang on to your seat this a funny one.

  I just got a text from Minelab repair center saying my repair on my GM 1000 was complete. Whoever said I could pick it up anytime. I ask them if they would be so kind to ship it back to me. I told them it was a long drive for me. I did ask what they had done to it but no reply as of yet.

Is that not odd?

Chuck

Yes indeedy, that is odd.----Let's just hope they got it FIXED this time!

The point being????

Good report, thanks for posting it.

On ‎8‎/‎21‎/‎2017 at 6:26 AM, Steve Herschbach said:

It's a tiny little thing that weighs nothing Del. Like swinging a feather. Well, a little more than that but you get my drift.

I just thought that due to where the coil ears are located (clear to the back) that it might be hard to keep the coil level when swinging it (from coil weight to the front/excessive pivot)----Guess not.-----Thanks Steve  

Steve------With those coil ears waaay back on that new ellipticle coil for the Deus----it looks like it would be a real buggar to control.----How was it in that regard?------------Del

XP Deus warranty?

Steve-----I see you have the 10X5" Coiltek coil on your CTX.------Do you favor that coil over the Minelab 6" and if so, in what ways? (other than obvious increased ground coverage)

Gentlemen------Thanks to all of you that responded.------I've detected "forever" but not so much gold hunting.-----I'll read & re-read these responses, very good info here.-------Del

5 hours ago, Hobo said:

I would bet you aren't over 80 yrs old either.

I'd say that was a pretty good bet Darrel.

Plenty to "digest" here!-----Do you get that coil knock issue you mentioned when running in maxed auto sensitivity on the GM1000?-----Does it occur with both coils?

Thank you for that info Steve.

Pros & cons on these two detectors? (one versus the other)----All opinions welcome!

3 hours ago, 1515Art said:

Ten posts, very reasonable...give a new member time to say hello, doing them a favor really as a little street cred bumps the value of what's for sale in my mind. Was someone new selling a ctx3030 pkg on another forum for a great price, the detective members there outed the seller in hours. Seller advertised the sale as US location, someone on the forum was sharp enough to ID the "baseboard molding" used in the home shown in the pictures as not sold in the USA, but European and they also spotted non standard electrical sockets as euro...from there the whole sale story fell apart and the photos were outed from an England eBay sale, amazing...scammers would be better picking easier targets.

I remember that one.----They pegged him quick!

I think it's a good idea Steve.-----Having a set # of posts (and perhaps time registered) on the Forum before being qualified to make a FS ad.-----Also feedback info on an individual (seller) that is made available to a potential buyer is (IMO) a very good idea.------Most of us old timers know each other (if only through the forums) & the above isn't of any concern--they have past the test of time AND earned the respect.-----BUT-----It's the newcomers to a forum that come on/register to IMMEDIATELY post a FS ad that need to have some sort of accountability before hand.-----I know (most) of these people are good, honest people---and I also know that there are a few rotten apples in every barrel.----Bottom line---Buyer beware & deal with someone you at least know SOMETHING about.-----That's my two pennies worth on the subject.---------Del   

Now THAT'S what I call a tector!!!!-----How much for them brooms now-ah-days? LOL