gwadam1
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Anyone have any experience with the GTI 2500? What type of targets is it best used for? Is the graphic display accurate? Any problems with audio or difficult to see targets? Please, actual experiences only.
The Ace 250 replaced the 2500 a long time ago:
It's easy to see where they got the idea for the 250. The 2500 has all of its features plus a lot more. My 2500 is an older model that talks to you. It may be heavy but it balances out and I never notice the weight. I have newer detectors but the 2500 is my favorite. My last hunt with it I found this silver/14k ring.
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That's what I had the older model back in 2003 after owning the GTi1500 and found lots with the 1500. I really enjoyed the Gti2500 when I had it while living in NY. The only reason I sold it was the fact I moved to Kennesaw, Ga and it just couldn't handle the red clay dirt. That answered my question why no one was using a Garrett there back then and no dealers were handling the Garrett line except Hobby Town.
Check out the 2001 Garrett Catalog https://static.secure.website/wscfus/6268851/uploads/GT2001catalog.pdf
Is it me or are there a disproportionately large number of them used on the history reality shows for some reason? Always wondered why or is it just coincidence.
It's been around since 2000, really nothing much has been changed except a few add'l coils. Solid performer, graphic display does work on US coins with the Imaging coil. Very deep in all metal mode, average depth in disc mode. Bad points--heavy, on mine the pinpoint button would occasionally stick. Its overpriced, main selling point these days is that it can be used with the Multiplier for industrial purposes. The AT Pro was to be the replacement. If you can find one cheap, try one.
The GTI 2500 is a great machine. The imaging feature, when used properly allows you to leave a lot of large junk targets in the ground. The true all metal mode is DEEP, especially when using the 12.5 imaging coil. There are only 2 coils which will allow imaging.....8.5" coil and 12.5" coil. There are other coils available, but they won't image.
The GTI 2500 is the only metal detector currently in the Garrett line which will work with the Treasure Eye, a double coil setup which will allow you to find targets in feet, rather then inches. It will not be useful for coin sized objects, but has been successfully used for relics and caches.
It features a surface blanking feature, whereas you can eliminate all the surface targets and only focus on the deeper coin sized objects. My GTI 2500 has paid for itself in both coins and silver. It may be an old design, but it is still used by many, and still being purchased by many.
It is nicely balanced, and the battery pack can be hooked to your belt should you want to lighten it more. Below is a link to it's features and a pick of the treasure eye.
They don't come up for sale very often, and still maintain their value. The first run on GTI 2500 had an audio (female) voice giving you the depth, size and probable target. I didn't use it very often, as it was too chatty! There's reasons why I go detecting.
https://www.garrett.com/hobbysite/hbby_gti2500_key_features_en.aspx
I have been very interested in the machine as my hearing is not very good so tones can be a problem for me.