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Thanks for posting Simon! Amazing video. Learned a lot. I couldn’t find it on the Minelab website. Where did you get it? Cheers

Welcome to the forum! 🙂

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There as a topic very similar to this one a few weeks ago… did you checked the cable connection? Make sure it’s properly attached with the screw connector tightened. Often my atx goes crazy because of changes in soil mineralization or emi but never to the point of having to bring sensitivity to zero.

I had the same issue (rod not fully retracting) since I started to interchange the stock coil with the 20” deepseeker. I agree that twisting a bit more the cable will help to better close the shaft. You say the black shim is broken? Because it’s supposed to be loose from the rod… About the rod coming out, it only happened to me one time (before I started interchanging coils). If I remember correctly it happened because the rod was not unfolding and I twisted it and pulled it very strongly. Not a smart move when dealing with plastic … Then I did the cleaning with lots of running water and it never happened again 🙂 Anyway if you get in direct contact with Garrett with your questions for sure they will help with suggestions. Happy Huntings!

I hope it´s a gigantic nugget!! Sorry to say it sounds ferrous… It also seems the target is halfway down the hole on the side wall. I always widen the hole so it´s easier to pinpoint the target ( in motion mode). With such loud targets, often I bring sensitivity down, so I hear the changing tones and try to determine the position and depth. Using a pinpointer will help you save a lot of time per target!! Happy hunting!

This is how mine looks like assembled. I added a magnet on top. The cable is about 60cm/ 25 inches. One piece no welds. Still holding shape after at least 2000 digs!

If it’s not a loose cable connection then you should return it. Often I can use it in the 13 sensitivity and even then it’s pretty stable when it knocks on rocks or bushes.

I use work boots for electricians and electrical workings. Usually, every brand has this model’s type. I prefer the shapes that cover/touch the heel, it gives more protection, and it supports more the heel if you misstep. The ones made from leather (a bit more expensive) don´t heat so much when exposed to the sun, but the synthetic material works fine too.

I use a 530gr (18,7 ounces), double use hoe from Bellota. Pretty much indestructible because it’s forged in one piece. They are made with the best steel (this company manufactures agriculture tools for 120 years). I use this brand for farming activities for at least 40 years. The pointy edge will not erode and the flat side is always sharp. Even if you are hammering on mix soil/stones. It’s lightweight and inexpensive. I purchase the tool without the cable but they also sell with a cable, just cut them to your desire length. They sell worldwide. https://www.bellota.com/en-us/for-agriculture/soil-preparation/hoes/hoes/forged-double-use-hoe-hoe-and-launcher-with-antigiro-system-hoe230/hoe230bp

This seems exciting for large gold areas!!! 😃 Would this be good machine for gold nuggets? Say one ounce and up? How deep it would locate a one ouncer? Would it be more efficient (for large nuggets) than a GPZ with standard coils (on medium mineralized soil)?

Still here! Detector Prospector is my MD oracle... I surely don´t want to risk being purged. Thank you Steve! Thank you all for the posts! They are very helpful and entertaining!! Greetings from Portugal

Thank you all for the inputs!! I learned more in a couple of months with this forum than the last 3 years of internet lurking. After your feedback I consulted with my MD shop and they also advised the ATX. So I ordered the ATX. It should arrive in two weeks !!! In a way, I was keen on trying a new brand. Anyway, I already informed OKM of my decision and explained them my reasons. I told them that my decisions comes mainly because there are no independent test videos for the machine, only promotional videos. Told them about Nokta doing pre-tests with independent testers with he Legend, and also about the Impulse backfired beta test flop. They were okay with it and replied they may review their marketing strategy. Let´s see if something happens... 🙂 Now I am concerned with a strategies to deal with the machine weight and battery life. For the weight I plan to get a DOC´s harness and a Saga swing arm. https://docsdetecting.com/product/docs-new-ultra-swingy-thingy/ https://docsdetecting.com/categories/saga-swing-arm/ For the Battery life two units of https://texaspremiumdetectors.com/shop/rnb-at-pro-battery-pack/

Yup! I had the feeling that you would be supportive... It´s seems something similar to the QED. I will post info when I have it. Cheerio