hawk Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 I was looking to upgrade from my Garrett Ace 400. I was hot on a Deus until my local dealer told me to check out the Equinox from ML and see if that would be a better suited unit for my detecting needs. He emphasized he would gladly get me a Deus if I was still wanting one but encouraged me to do more "digging" into the new technology. I am glad he offered that advice. I am patiently waiting for the arrival of my Equinox 800. My Garrett Ace 400 has found over 85 coins in my yard so far including 5 silvers, but I have lots of trashy iron and while I have pulled a lot out, there is still more there. I also have several spots to hunt that are the same soils and I want to discriminate much better before I go dig those areas. In all the videos I have watched, I see lots and lots of junk dug up that gave high signals that should have been quality targets. It can get pretty frustrating digging outstanding signals only to unearth a hunk of iron. Even with Iron Audio on the Garrett Ace 400, you still dig lots of iron. From what I have seen on the limited videos and from Steve H's great information posts and pictures, the Equinox 800 fits my detecting hobby to a Tee!. So, Happy Hunting everybody and Gerry I am a little jealous that you are getting your Equinox 800 so quickly, just kidding. BTW, I have subscribed to your YouTube channel and really appreciate your videos. Can't wait to see your new Equinox videos. Mark 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mn90403 Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 My SE Pro died (it got wet a couple of years ago) last summer and I was told it would take $500 to fix it. I really like that SE Pro but I can't justify putting that into a fix. This has more bang for the buck. If I really want an SE Pro then I think there will be a few for sale after the Equinox is out a bit. Mitchel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuke em Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 1 minute ago, mn90403 said: My SE Pro died (it got wet a couple of years ago) last summer and I was told it would take $500 to fix it. I really like that SE Pro but I can't justify putting that into a fix. This has more bang for the buck. If I really want an SE Pro then I think there will be a few for sale after the Equinox is out a bit. Mitchel Dont just bin the machine . Sell every last bit of it you can . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mn90403 Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 I'm keeping it for now. If I had an SE Pro board it would be ok. I don't trash things just because they don't work. haha 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuke em Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 Selling the stems , coil arm cup and any other bits can get money for your next machine . Unless you decide to get it fixed . But they are a bit pricey to fix. Worries me every time i am on the beach with mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dug D Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 Why the Equinox, because I think about and research what I want for so long when it comes along there is no doubt or its been replaced with something better. I have used my x-705 for six years and have debated a 4th coil for 2 years, but I just couldn't put more money into it, the 705 is great, but not water proof, getting old, and still didn't get quite enough depth. I have been considering a new machine for a while, but each one I studied had a couple draw backs, often price and or weight. I should mention I really really like the 705, so then I here about a new machine and for 3 months I check every last detail, hear and see that its similar to the x-705, (sort of) till it becomes a no-brainer, now I am just waiting for the email that says its coming. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackpine Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 Been thinking about it and to be honest haven't come up with a reason yet, so it's on hold. http://www.detectorprospector.com/forum/topic/5373-im-starting-to-get-really-upset-with-the-manufacturers/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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