Doc Bach Posted September 19 Share Posted September 19 19 minutes ago, F350Platinum said: I think that is the titanium scoop I have. đ Put it on a 48" SteveG carbon fiber shaft with a raptor handle. ~2 pounds. It compliments the XP 9" coil. https://seriousdetecting.com/collections/dune-scoops/products/dune-scoops-loch-ness-mini-9-x-6-titanium-metal-detector-sand-scoop They seem to be out of stock.  19 minutes ago, F350Platinum said: I think that is the titanium scoop I have. đ Put it on a 48" SteveG carbon fiber shaft with a raptor handle. ~2 pounds. It compliments the XP 9" coil. https://seriousdetecting.com/collections/dune-scoops/products/dune-scoops-loch-ness-mini-9-x-6-titanium-metal-detector-sand-scoop They seem to be out of stock. Thanks Bob. Yes I was just looking at there official site and all of the better models are sold out.The price is certainly more reasonable than others and if decide to order one I will check out Steves handles.Thanks for the tip and thank you @skywatcher 2 Link to comment https://www.detectorprospector.com/topic/26624-which-sand-scoop-should-i-get/page/2/#findComment-281353 Share on other sites More sharing options...
okara gold Posted September 20 Share Posted September 20 20 hours ago, Tony said: This is my opinion only but try and test out whether you prefer a "V" or "U" style leading front edge and base. I say this because I found that in firmer packed sand and shell, the "V" style tends to roll to one side easily when taking that first bite....it kind of pivots on the "V" whereas the "U" style stabilises more readily when you set it on the sea floor. I can recall rolling my foot and ankle many times when I had the "V" style. Like I said, test before you buy. Others are perfectly happy with either style. The "U" style also takes a wider initial bite due to the shape. Just my personal take only........coming from a seasoned professional who just got washed out to sea.đ Â I'm using the Stealth 720i scoop with a pointy tip. I've had it roll more times than I can remember. The worst time I was on the wet sand, and everything was flat, and digging was easy. I had a target and aggressively stepped on the scoop not knowing there was a big shell just under the surface. It rolled so quickly, down I went. LOL The only thing hurt was my pride as a group of people weren't too far away and saw the whole thing. Really took me by surprise and got me to slow down. Bottom line... If I could choose only one, it would have a pointy tip as most of the time I'm digging in shells and small rocks. I'm in the market for a strong lightweight titanium and just might get the Extreme, but some people are talking about Chuck? and the scoops he makes coming out with something new in a month or so. I'll wait until then. 1 Link to comment https://www.detectorprospector.com/topic/26624-which-sand-scoop-should-i-get/page/2/#findComment-281358 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Bach Posted September 20 Share Posted September 20 18 minutes ago, okara gold said: I'm using the Stealth 720i scoop with a pointy tip. I've had it roll more times than I can remember. The worst time I was on the wet sand, and everything was flat, and digging was easy. I had a target and aggressively stepped on the scoop not knowing there was a big shell just under the surface. It rolled so quickly, down I went. LOL The only thing hurt was my pride as a group of people weren't too far away and saw the whole thing. Really took me by surprise and got me to slow down. Bottom line... If I could choose only one, it would have a pointy tip as most of the time I'm digging in shells and small rocks. I'm in the market for a strong lightweight titanium and just might get the Extreme, but some people are talking about Chuck? and the scoops he makes coming out with something new in a month or so. I'll wait until then.  18 minutes ago, okara gold said: I'm using the Stealth 720i scoop with a pointy tip. I've had it roll more times than I can remember. The worst time I was on the wet sand, and everything was flat, and digging was easy. I had a target and aggressively stepped on the scoop not knowing there was a big shell just under the surface. It rolled so quickly, down I went. LOL The only thing hurt was my pride as a group of people weren't too far away and saw the whole thing. Really took me by surprise and got me to slow down. Bottom line... If I could choose only one, it would have a pointy tip as most of the time I'm digging in shells and small rocks. I'm in the market for a strong lightweight titanium and just might get the Extreme, but some people are talking about Chuck? and the scoops he makes coming out with something new in a month or so. I'll wait until then. That's good to know OG. The one and only scoop that I have ever had and used I bought in around 1980 and to say the least it was a dinosaur and may as well have come over on the Mayflower.So is @Ridge Runner going into the scoop biz? Hope to see some healthy member discounts Chuck. 1 Link to comment https://www.detectorprospector.com/topic/26624-which-sand-scoop-should-i-get/page/2/#findComment-281360 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted September 20 Share Posted September 20 28 minutes ago, okara gold said: I'm using the Stealth 720i scoop with a pointy tip. I've had it roll more times than I can remember. The worst time I was on the wet sand, and everything was flat, and digging was easy. I had a target and aggressively stepped on the scoop not knowing there was a big shell just under the surface. It rolled so quickly, down I went. LOL The only thing hurt was my pride as a group of people weren't too far away and saw the whole thing. Really took me by surprise and got me to slow down. Bottom line... If I could choose only one, it would have a pointy tip as most of the time I'm digging in shells and small rocks. I'm in the market for a strong lightweight titanium and just might get the Extreme, but some people are talking about Chuck? and the scoops he makes coming out with something new in a month or so. I'll wait until then. I've got the same Stealth scoop (purchased two about 10 years ago) which isn't too bad. It's more of a blend of "V" and "U". The real pointy ones aren't for me that's for sure. I think the secret is take it easy with the first bite and let the scoop slowly sink in naturally before applying force. I'm after something lighter for the lower beach.....dragging the big steel scoop behind gets tiring especially when it fills with sand as you drag. Carrying over the shoulder is uncomfortable. Titanium....maybe but the cost is up there plus would any future welding be expensive if needed. Didn't Sunspot change hands (quality went down) and now is closed ? Link to comment https://www.detectorprospector.com/topic/26624-which-sand-scoop-should-i-get/page/2/#findComment-281361 Share on other sites More sharing options...
okara gold Posted September 20 Share Posted September 20 5 minutes ago, Tony said: I'm after something lighter for the lower beach.....dragging the big steel scoop behind gets tiring especially when it fills with sand as you drag. Carrying over the shoulder is uncomfortable. Titanium....maybe but the cost is up there plus would any future welding be expensive if needed. I feel your pain! Looking at the Extreme website it says they give a 10-year warranty when purchased with a handle. So, I'm looking at $645 for the complete setup I want. Probably doesn't include shipping either. 2 Link to comment https://www.detectorprospector.com/topic/26624-which-sand-scoop-should-i-get/page/2/#findComment-281364 Share on other sites More sharing options...
okara gold Posted September 20 Share Posted September 20 17 minutes ago, Tony said: Didn't Sunspot change hands (quality went down) and now is closed ? From what I've read... yes closed. So much for the lifetime warranty. Link to comment https://www.detectorprospector.com/topic/26624-which-sand-scoop-should-i-get/page/2/#findComment-281365 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridge Runner Posted September 20 Share Posted September 20 15 minutes ago, Doc Bach said:  That's good to know OG. The one and only scoop that I have ever had and used I bought in around 1980 and to say the least it was a dinosaur and may as well have come over on the Mayflower.So is @Ridge Runner going into the scoop biz? Hope to see some healthy member discounts Chuck. I can assure Iâm not going into the scoop biz . Iâm at a loss how my name come up in this post because I canât find saying anything.  Chuck Link to comment https://www.detectorprospector.com/topic/26624-which-sand-scoop-should-i-get/page/2/#findComment-281366 Share on other sites More sharing options...
okara gold Posted September 20 Share Posted September 20 2 minutes ago, Ridge Runner said: I can assure Iâm not going into the scoop biz . Iâm at a loss how my name come up in this post because I canât find saying anything.  Chuck Hello Chuck, Just found out who the other Chuck is... He is on the "Friendly Forum" and goes by the name Owl Engineering. Apparently, a number of people are excited to see what kind of scoop he has to offer. Bob 1 Link to comment https://www.detectorprospector.com/topic/26624-which-sand-scoop-should-i-get/page/2/#findComment-281367 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted September 20 Share Posted September 20 15 minutes ago, okara gold said: Hello Chuck, Just found out who the other Chuck is... He is on the "Friendly Forum" and goes by the name Owl Engineering. Apparently, a number of people are excited to see what kind of scoop he has to offer. Bob Looks like the original Chuck from Sunspot https://www.owl-engineering.com/ 1 Link to comment https://www.detectorprospector.com/topic/26624-which-sand-scoop-should-i-get/page/2/#findComment-281368 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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