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Hi Dsmith, I own a Whites TRX and was a little disappointed that it doesn't detect only at the tip which a lot of people seem to think. You can try an experiment . Turn on the trx. Take a penny ,start at the tip and run the penny down the side of the detector towards the base.You'll find that the detection zone is right near the tip,and then near the letter" r "and to just below the letter "x' . So there's the possibility of trying to pinpoint something in a hole you've dug not knowing whether it's in the side or bottom of the hole. The Garrett carrot isn't any better as it detects along the entire shaft from the tip to just below the button to turn it on. The Garrett also seems to be way more sensitive at it's highest setting. Just my observations. These are the only two pinpointers I've used.

(I'm reposting this in the Meet And Greet because I mistakenly posted this as a reply to a topic as opposed to introducing myself) Hello everyone, This is the first time I've joined a forum, and the first time I've posted anything. I appreciate the expertise of all the forum members as my most of my knowledge of metal detectors has come from this forum. One of the most common questions that a newbie asks is "what is the best metal detector for (fill in the blank)?". Of course, a veteran detectorist realizes that a knowledge of how different types of detectors operate must be gained before an educated decision can be made. A basic knowledge of electronics is required, and ones knowledge increases incrementally as one gets familiar with the operation of a detector. With time one begins to understand what detectors will work for the type of detecting one is doing. There is a lot to know to become an expert. It requires a dedication , passion and a thirst for knowledge. My main interest is gold prospecting so most of my focus is on detectors that are for this. I still have a lot more to learn, but I feel much more comfortable now that I know what I know. The good thing is the more you know, the better equipped you are to teach others which is the best part. Thanks Steve for creating this forum and doing your part to keep prospecting alive!

Hello everyone, This is the first time I've joined a forum, and the first time I've posted anything. I appreciate the expertise of all the forum members as my most of my knowledge of metal detectors has come from this forum. One of the most common questions that a newbie asks is "what is the best metal detector for (fill in the blank)?". Of course, a veteran detectorist realizes that a knowledge of how different types of detectors operate must be gained before an educated decision can be made. A basic knowledge of electronics is required, and ones knowledge increases incrementally as one gets familiar with the operation of a detector. With time one begins to understand what detectors will work for the type of detecting one is doing. There is a lot to know to become an expert. It requires a dedication , passion and a thirst for knowledge. My main interest is gold prospecting so most of my focus is on detectors that are for this. I still have a lot more to learn, but I feel much more comfortable now that I know what I know. The good thing is the more you know, the better equipped you are to teach others which is the best part. Thanks Steve for creating this forum and doing your part to keep prospecting alive!