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Looking for a Pin Pointer

KGBee		Posted : Sunday, 26 June 2016 12:23:07 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Nugget Groups: Registered Joined: 30/09/2011(UTC) Posts: 30 Location: Nelson Thanks: 4 times Was thanked: 4 time(s) in 4 post(s)		Hi all, I've finally retired (wahoo!), and now have time to get out with the Garrett AT Gold. I would also like a pin pointer as well, but what make/model? Probably not an el cheapo eBay model. Any advice re what's good (or bad)? I would also enjoy a bit of company too, so any member in the Nelson/Richmond area wanting a detecting companion to go out with then I'd like to hear from you. Cheers. Edit: Maybe a Garrett Pro Pointer AT. They are water proof down to 10 feet so may be able to cope with the West Coast rain!!! Edited by user Sunday, 26 June 2016 12:44:54 PM(UTC) \| Reason: Not specified

Mudwiggle		Posted : Sunday, 26 June 2016 1:17:07 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered, Moderators Joined: 22/10/2013(UTC) Posts: 742 Thanks: 182 times Was thanked: 683 time(s) in 317 post(s)		I have used an X-Pointer exclusively for the last year or so, out performs the Garretts I reckon - particularly in terms of falsing. There are three models out, the 'land' model is rainproof, no worries there. Have used it many times to stir around in salty soup looking for stuff.

KGBee		Posted : Sunday, 26 June 2016 2:26:21 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Nugget Groups: Registered Joined: 30/09/2011(UTC) Posts: 30 Location: Nelson Thanks: 4 times Was thanked: 4 time(s) in 4 post(s)		Thanks for that. I've just looked at the 'Wader' model, and watched some tests on you tube. You are right. The Garrett seems to really, really suck big time. I can find the Deteknix in Australia, but not NZ, so I've fired off an email to them. Other option probably will look at a Whites TRX. I had never heard of Deteknix until I read your reply mudwiggle, so I'm much obliged.

Mudwiggle		Posted : Sunday, 26 June 2016 2:34:12 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered, Moderators Joined: 22/10/2013(UTC) Posts: 742 Thanks: 182 times Was thanked: 683 time(s) in 317 post(s)		There's a couple of guys on here that sell them Sycotoad and Guardian both deal in them

KGBee		Posted : Sunday, 26 June 2016 4:32:24 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Nugget Groups: Registered Joined: 30/09/2011(UTC) Posts: 30 Location: Nelson Thanks: 4 times Was thanked: 4 time(s) in 4 post(s)		Thanks Mudwiggle. I've pm'd them both.

Metal Kiwi		Posted : Sunday, 26 June 2016 4:41:41 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered Joined: 19/06/2011(UTC) Posts: 1,210 Location: Auckland Thanks: 498 times Was thanked: 484 time(s) in 322 post(s)		Originally Posted by: KGBee Thanks Mudwiggle. I've pm'd them both. Check this out too. http://www.detectnz.co.n...FIND+25/x_sku/01383.html MK
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mintcar		Posted : Sunday, 26 June 2016 9:00:48 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Nugget Medals: Groups: Registered Joined: 30/03/2010(UTC) Posts: 32 Location: nelson Thanks: 102 times Was thanked: 7 time(s) in 7 post(s)		Hi I have a trx bullseye I use, I live in Nelson you can come and see it if you like phone 021944949 Bill

WestieDigger		Posted : Sunday, 26 June 2016 9:13:36 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered Joined: 6/01/2015(UTC) Posts: 217 Location: North Island Thanks: 207 times Was thanked: 291 time(s) in 135 post(s)		I have a Garrett pro pointer AT (Garrett carrot) had a deteknix before that. Of the 2 I much prefered the deteknix. Edited by user Sunday, 26 June 2016 9:15:40 PM(UTC) \| Reason: Not specified
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KGBee		Posted : Sunday, 26 June 2016 9:52:50 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Nugget Groups: Registered Joined: 30/09/2011(UTC) Posts: 30 Location: Nelson Thanks: 4 times Was thanked: 4 time(s) in 4 post(s)		Thanks to all of you for great info. Mintcar, I'll call you through the week about that. It's a good idea, and very helpful. Much appreciated.

jeff b		Posted : Tuesday, 28 June 2016 4:40:49 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Nugget Groups: Registered Joined: 17/05/2013(UTC) Posts: 85 Location: onerahi Was thanked: 40 time(s) in 25 post(s)		welcome to retirement but ya will have to save the dollars now LOL!!!!
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creamer		Posted : Wednesday, 29 June 2016 11:30:37 AM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Medals: Groups: Registered Joined: 19/06/2011(UTC) Posts: 2,022 Location: Bay of Islands Thanks: 2289 times Was thanked: 525 time(s) in 391 post(s)		The Deteknix Xpointer is truely awesome' try. www.detectdirect.co.nz HH . Edited by user Wednesday, 29 June 2016 7:00:48 PM(UTC) \| Reason: HDDD
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KGBee		Posted : Wednesday, 29 June 2016 12:09:15 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Nugget Groups: Registered Joined: 30/09/2011(UTC) Posts: 30 Location: Nelson Thanks: 4 times Was thanked: 4 time(s) in 4 post(s)		Sorry, but that detectdirect link doesn't work. "Server not found" message. Maybe they are defunct now?

Mudwiggle		Posted : Wednesday, 29 June 2016 12:36:25 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Groups: Registered, Moderators Joined: 22/10/2013(UTC) Posts: 742 Thanks: 182 times Was thanked: 683 time(s) in 317 post(s)		Originally Posted by: KGBee Sorry, but that detectdirect link doesn't work. "Server not found" message. Maybe they are defunct now? Yeah, looks like he isn't doing them anymore - Sycotoad's your man for Deteknix then https://www.earthscan.co.nz/ MW Edited by user Wednesday, 29 June 2016 12:37:46 PM(UTC) \| Reason: Typo in URL

KGBee		Posted : Wednesday, 29 June 2016 12:43:06 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Nugget Groups: Registered Joined: 30/09/2011(UTC) Posts: 30 Location: Nelson Thanks: 4 times Was thanked: 4 time(s) in 4 post(s)		Nope, earthscan is a no go as well. No longer selling, and a new guy has the selling detector business now. He only supplies Nokta and Makro (and they aren't fully waterproof). Probably have to get a Deteknix in from Aussie.

oneounce		Posted : Wednesday, 29 June 2016 5:53:15 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Nugget Medals: Groups: Registered Joined: 14/08/2014(UTC) Posts: 95 Thanks: 215 times Was thanked: 134 time(s) in 52 post(s)		Hi KGBee Detectorbits in UK have a full range. Dry, Wader -3m & Water -200m. They give a good service and generally arrive in 7 - 10 days. Pound also helping at the moment. www.detectorbits.co.uk HH 1oz
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KGBee		Posted : Wednesday, 29 June 2016 8:11:54 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Nugget Groups: Registered Joined: 30/09/2011(UTC) Posts: 30 Location: Nelson Thanks: 4 times Was thanked: 4 time(s) in 4 post(s)		Thanks oneounce. Now bookmarked that site. I'm currently checking with an Oz supplier, but at the moment he is quoting a price including the Oz GST, so I'm asking for him to quote minus the GST as it's being exported from Oz. I'll compare the true prices then.

KGBee		Posted : Friday, 1 July 2016 8:00:08 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Nugget Groups: Registered Joined: 30/09/2011(UTC) Posts: 30 Location: Nelson Thanks: 4 times Was thanked: 4 time(s) in 4 post(s)		Sorted...I've ordered the Deteknix Diver from Oz. http://phasetechnical.com.au/ Seems like a decent make/model.

creamer		Posted : Sunday, 3 July 2016 1:02:41 PM(UTC)
Rank: Gold Ingot Medals: Groups: Registered Joined: 19/06/2011(UTC) Posts: 2,022 Location: Bay of Islands Thanks: 2289 times Was thanked: 525 time(s) in 391 post(s)		Wouldnt of thought it too hard to get a good pointer in NZ, but there you go. Nice one KGbee, happy pinpointing. .
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