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  1. MickB

    First Detector Advice

    Thank you. I will let you know how I go. Your help is appreciated, as usual.
  2. MickB

    First Detector Advice

    Thank you, that is really helpful. I have heard that the 6” makes the detectors more sensitive. And purchasing that at a later stage is certainly something I would do. I had a look at the NOX 800 and it doesn’t come with the 6”. From memory the 6” is 3-4 hundred dollars? If this coil make the...
  3. MickB

    First Detector Advice

    Yes of course and I enjoy the research side of the hobby. I suppose part of my research is asking questions of those with experience and expertise, hence the OP.
  4. MickB

    First Detector Advice

    Gday All I had finally decided on a GM 1000 and could pick one up from Anaconda for $1100. I have just come across a Second Hand (New and never used in box) NOX 800 for $600 and would love to hear your advice / recommendation? I am happy to spend the $1100 on the GM, if it is the best option...
  5. MickB

    Gday

    Good to know. Thank you 😀 Side note, I just came across Jim Tippitt’s story on YouTube (million dollars laying on beach) and am much more interested in Beaches now 😂
  6. MickB

    Gday

    Thanks Grubstake, i appreciate it :) This may be a VERY silly question, but i have some old Gold flakes from Sovereign Hill and was thinking of using those for testing or should I use Lead, if you think that is better? I have read a lot of people echoing your comments about getting used to the...
  7. MickB

    Gday

    Gday All I found this forum a few weeks ago when I started looking at Metal Detectors and prospecting. I have used Metal Detectors in the past, but got frustrated and didn't really pursue it. This was obviously because I had no idea what I was doing and was using a very basic / cheap detector...
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