Tips On Buying The Right Detector

If your new to treasure hunting, and this may apply to some old veterans also, when considering a new detector it would be a sensible idea to know which detector is used for your specific needs. With the advancements of metal detectors in today's marketplace and the innovation of new products, both conventional and long-range detectors, it is safe to say it would be a wise decision to investigate the operations and claims of new detectors by visiting your local dealer.

There seems to be a serious lack of understanding and helpful information in the Treasure Hunting Community about various detectors and their capabilities, to fit the treasure hunters needs. Most manufacturers are not willing to make a commitment on what their detector will, or will not do, in the field. And not without good reason. For example, the performance of their detectors will largely depend upon the skills of the operator and the experience of knowing his equipment, and the knowledge of his terrain to succeed in recovering his treasure. I always recommend that treasure hunters look for all available information that the manufacturer has to offer in his literature.

In asking friends, make sure that the information you are receiving is first hand knowledge, in other words, try the product yourself before you draft an opinion. After all, are your friends qualified in the type of treasure hunting you would like to pursue?

So, where do you go for help? I would recommend contacting the nearest dealer in your area. He will be familiar with the basic detectors and will have some knowledge of what is available, even if it is not the particular brand he carries. Tell him the particular type of treasure you are pursuing. He can recommend the best detector (not necessarily the most expensive) for your particular wants and needs. He can turn on the detector right then and there and demonstrate exactly what it is capable of doing.

You can try it out on the spot, and draw your own opinion. There is a considerable amount of a difference between a hands on demonstration and reading the literature. The experience of examining a detector from a dealer may save you time and money. Ask any seasoned treasure hunter!

More important than anything else, the dealer can show a few of his tips on getting the best performance out of your detector. This type of information usually isn't written in the instruction manual, and only comes from years of experience in the field.

Service after the sale is another important thing to consider. Should you experience any problems, such as returning your equipment for repair, your dealer can aid the treasure hunter in getting the proper service that he deserves. His experience can get you right back into the field.

Make friends with your dealer. He is a wealth of information on coin shooting and treasure hunting. After all, it's his sport and hobby too. He can recommend good places to hunt and usually knows some good leads in the area. I personally know a number of successful treasure hunters who wouldn't think of buying their equipment any other way. With all the exciting and new developments that have recently been introduced to today's market place, it would be in the treasure hunters best interest to experience a personal demonstration from his local dealer.

That's the best advice I could give anyone. If this article helps just one treasure hunter in selecting the right detector, I will be gratified.

Treasure Hunting is a greater reward, to the man who knows the proper use of this equipment, and its capabilities. And, knowing your dealer can help point the way to treasure.