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Valued Member
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I need help with a detector for my 9yo grandson. Recommendations would be appreciated. He is kind of a small frame kid with a lot of energy. Thanks in advance.
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Pillar of the Community
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what is your price range?
When I listen to LED ZEPPELIN...so do my neighbors...
Roll hunting since '77
Dirt fishing since '72
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Most here would recommend an ACE 250 or 350. John1  ( I'm no pro, it's just my humble opinion )
Searched 6.5 +/- Million Cents Since 1971
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Valued Member
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don't really have a price ceiling just looking to fix my grandson up. I have heard those two units talked about on here from a couple. Didnt know if they might be to heavy for him. Will have to give them a hard look. Thanks.
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Valued Member
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why not take him to a metal detector store and let him try a few models? Or take him to a pawn shop and have him check shaft length, weight, coil weight and all that.
The Ace 250s are a good starting point though.
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Pillar of the Community
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I use an ACE-250 (since 2012) and it's a nice machine to use for basic coin hunting. I've found it accurate down to about eight inches. It's each to use.
Paul Bulgerin
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One trip out with me and my 9 year old Grandson was hooked. I knew his Dad would probably use it a little too. I didn't want to spend a fortune but I wanted to get them a good enough unit that they could have success with it. I bought him the Ace 250, it's no toy, a very nice unit, light enough for a small child but can do some real work. I think the bottom line is no matter what you get he will be thrilled.
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Well my wife surprised both of us on our birthday. She got us both bounty hunter models we will give them a try. The one I got is comparable to the 250 ace. I don't know we will see.
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That sounds great! I use a Bounty Hunter and love it. It's the Platinum Pro model. Have you picked up a pinpointer yet? Can save you lots of aggravation. Keep us posted on your finds.
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