Nokta/Makro Lightning?

[phrunt]

a built in torch, vibration in the handle, carbon shaft... that sort of thing I'd imagine.

 

 

[Rick N. MI]

The coil in the photo look like it could be elliptical but it's hard to really tell from that angle.

The shaft looks carbon fiber. There not showing us much yet.

 

[bigtim1973]

So this is a real advertisement?

[☠ Cipher]

1 hour ago, Rick N. MI said:

There not showing us much yet.

Which is sort of odd since we already know it pretty much looks like the Simplex, so either they are a little self conscious about the added weight and/or aesthetics of the rear battery pack they designed, or they could be hiding a slightly larger color screen. I’m doubting the latter since they could’ve just turned it off for the shot. Color screen would go a long way with me, all else being equal, and being equal to all else is probably a monumental task. Equinox really does sit at the fringes of raw performance. 

[stripes17]

Signed up for the digital edition of W&E Treasures and viewed the Nokta Makro add for the new Lightning detector.  Sounds like we may hear more during or after the big dig in the UK starting on September 10.  No date given for us to look forward to being able to purchase this machine but at least we know it is coming.  Thanks Steve for sharing the article.

[UtahRich]

I've had opportunity to use FBS since it was introduced with the Explorer series and the Multi-IQ in the form of an Equinox since it was introduced. For me, these are proven in the field entities.  

If the advertising is correct, Nokta / Makro will be stepping into the arena of SMF shortly, offering what we believe to be the Lightning.  A big congrats for them for taking on the challenge.

However, I don't plan on selling my 800 to jump to an unknown performance detector. For those unhappy with their Equinox's, Heck ya, go give it a shot.  There's good reason to try something else or at least compare.  Meanwhile, I'll be watching with interest, like I've done with other SMF's since the early 90's. 

Rich

[mh9162013]

All of this sounds intriguing. I really like the idea of (easily) user-replaceable batteries. Although the weight stands out, especially given its straight shaft design.

I truly believe I could make more finds with an Equinox over my AT Max. But I just can't justify paying twice the price. Plus, the Equinox has other drawbacks which annoy me.

But with the Lightning...who knows?

Here's my prediction:

The Lightning will have street price of $500 (USD).

It will have more features than the Equinox 800.

It will have better SMF performance than the Apex, but not quite as good as the Equinox 800.

[water spider]

I'm curious  about the coil(s), maybe they will play a role in it's SMF abilities that we haven't seen before with other detectors and coils

[Joe D.]

     Gotta love the anticipation of a new detectors imminent announcement!! And all that goes with it!! I'm gonna savor the flavor for a bit! ???