Garrett Pro-Pointer vs. Detectorpro Pistol Probe

[Silver Hawk]

Field testing the probes (Whites, Sun Ray, Garrett, Detectorpro) while finding a 1782 colonial silver coin!

View Online At: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nK4ujXzGQmM

Note:
I have not tested the Detectorpro Pistol Probe myself as of yet, but will be trying one out this week on Thursday or Friday. After I get a chance to field test the unit and compare it with the DX-1, White's Bullseye II, Garrett Pointer and my Automax Precision V4 Pinpointer I’ll posting my findings and thoughts.

I'm looking very much forward to my findings due to the fact that I'm in the market for a new Pinpointer. When I sold my DFX and Minlab Explorer II Detectors my DX-1 was included in my sale of my DFX. I’ve been using an Automax Precision V4 Pinpointer and hoping to get a new pinpointer for Father’s Day.

After using the DX-1, I had made up my mind to go with a hand-held unit and had pretty much decided on the Garrett Pro-Pointer. But my friend sent this YouTube Video and now I’m undecided again! …

Best Regards,
Silver Hawk

[ICE]

That guy digs some huge plugs I haven't heard anything about the detectorpro pinpointer. Icewater

[Howey01]

After seeing this detector pro definitly is the claer winner,I already use the AutomaxV4 but I got it for free. Howard

[bassgreg]

Wow, that detectorpro looks great,it's around $170.00 on ebay.I'm happy with my garrett pro-pointer for now.Thanks for the info.My next pinpointer may be the probe.

[Silver Hawk]

Originally Posted by bassgreg

Wow, that detectorpro looks great,it's around $170.00 on ebay.I'm happy with my garrett pro-pointer for now.Thanks for the info.My next pinpointer may be the probe.

The Garrett is a fine unit and is well made. And I hear a lot of very good feedback in regards to the Garrett. I wouldn't be worried about getting anything else if I had one. For me it's not very often at all when I need any more than an inch or two from a poinpointer anyway.

Best Regards,
Silver Hawk

[Silver Hawk]

Originally Posted by Howey01

After seeing this detector pro definitly is the claer winner,I already use the AutomaxV4 but I got it for free. Howard

I also got my AutomaxV4 for free when I got my MXT from Kellyco. I find it works just fine compared to the White’s Pullseye II and some other hand-held units, even slight better in my opinion. This is why I was in no big rush to put out the money for new Pinpointer. I think my DX-1 went a little deeper (no too much deep though), but for me the hand-held units are easier to use.

If I find this video field test to be half right, I’ll be dropping some serious hints for a Detectorpro Pistol Probe for Father’s Day. If I don’t get one, I’ll just get it for myself.

Best Regards,
Silver Hawk

[randy]

FWIW, I get 2.25 inches on Garrett ProPointer air testing a nickel (solid at 2 inches). Lined it up on a ruler. He said only about an inch. I think the Garrett works fine in the field, and have never wished for more range. Almost always on the first dig, after the machine tells me how deep it is, the Garrett can see it.

But, I guess if you're digging backhoe-sized holes as he is, you need all the range you can get Still looks like a great unit, but perhaps too much range. The idea is to pinpoint, after all. Sometimes I use the Whites to pinpoint further when the Garrett is giving too much range (ok, that's weird, but occasionally I have).

[wishooter]

I use a Treasuremate by Tesoro.
Had it for 3 years, has a Lifetime Warranty.

Too bad it wasn't in the Field Test.
I could beat those two with a weak battery.

[Silver Hawk]

Originally Posted by ICE

That guy digs some huge plugs I haven't heard anything about the detectorpro pinpointer. Icewater

I thought the same thing. I can see me digging a plug like that at one of the parks I hunt, and the grounds keeper having a stroke! ...

And I don’t think they’d be letting me do any more metal detecting afterwards …

Best Regards,
Silver Hawk

[RIP]

I thought about one but got the vibra probe 580. Here is the vid I was looking at.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEffm...eature=related

[13rannon]

I have a White's Bullseye II and it hasn't failed me yet. I also bought a DX-1 that is good for pinpointing before I even break ground on up to 3 inch deep targets.

I've been wanting to try one of the PI pinpointers for a long time...I may swing towards the Vibra-Probe 580 because it's waterproof up to 100ft and it doesn't have any switches to wear out.

What really drives me to the Vibra-Probe is that it's waterproof and I could use it in shallow streams. I've had no problems with switches, but I do know they will wear out eventually.

That pistolprobe looks like a good probe...if only it was waterproof.

[Steven P]

Automax Precision V4 Pinpointer question.

I just got this one, and it doesn't seem to to work well at all. I wonder if there is something wrong with it or this is normal. It only goes off when I hold a coin within 1/2 inch from it, maybe 3/4 of an inch at most. Is that normal? I have just started out so I have no idea what is expected, but it doesn't seem to be of much help while digging.

Thanks in advance for any help.

[13rannon]

I don't have a Automax...but have you played with the sensitivity?

I have a Bullseye II..what I do is put the tip of the probe on the ground (trash free)...turn the sensitivity all the way up till it starts whistling and then I just slowing dial down the sensitivity until the whistling shuts off. I get about 2 or so inches with it usually on a good battery.

[Steven P]

Even when I air test it, I have to hold it about 1/2 inch away before it goes off. I dial the sensitivity to just back from where it is constant.

[Silver Hawk]

Originally Posted by Steven P

Automax Precision V4 Pinpointer question.

I just got this one, and it doesn't seem to to work well at all. I wonder if there is something wrong with it or this is normal. It only goes off when I hold a coin within 1/2 inch from it, maybe 3/4 of an inch at most. Is that normal? I have just started out so I have no idea what is expected, but it doesn't seem to be of much help while digging.

Thanks in advance for any help.

It would seem that you have a lemon. I have the Automax V4 and used it alone with another in a recent field test. General speaking you should be able to Air-test and reached dimes at about 1 inch, nickels at about 2 inches and quarters at just under 2 ½ inches. And it will detect a Silver Dollar at 3 inches during Air-testing.

If you have not done so, call Kellyco and ask about returning the defective Pinpointer.

Best Regards,
Silver Hawk

[Steven P]

Originally Posted by Silver Hawk

It would seem that you have a lemon. I have the Automax V4 and used it alone with another in a recent field test. General speaking you should be able to Air-test and reached dimes at about 1 inch, nickels at about 2 inches and quarters at just under 2 ½ inches. And it will detect a Silver Dollar at 3 inches during Air-testing.

If you have not done so, call Kellyco and ask about returning the defective Pinpointer.

Best Regards,
Silver Hawk

Thanks for taking the time to answer.

[Steven P]

Originally Posted by Silver Hawk

It would seem that you have a lemon. I have the Automax V4 and used it alone with another in a recent field test. General speaking you should be able to Air-test and reached dimes at about 1 inch, nickels at about 2 inches and quarters at just under 2 ½ inches. And it will detect a Silver Dollar at 3 inches during Air-testing.

If you have not done so, call Kellyco and ask about returning the defective Pinpointer.

Best Regards,
Silver Hawk

Well, they weren't any help at Kellyco. Told me that 1/2 inch is all a pinpointer ever does. When I told them I had spoken to others that said they had better results, they just dismissed it. The worst part was by buying into the "free stuff" I lost out on the price guarantee, and even though I found my T2 unit advertised for $100 dollars less than I paid for it they wouldn't honor the price because of the package deals. Things that I didn't originally intend to buy until they are offered in a way that it would be dumb not to purchase.

Their loss in the long run as I am just getting into the hobby and will probably be spending a lot over the years. I went ahead and ordered a Garrett Pro-Pointer, carrying case, and Lesche digging tool from somewhere else today.

I am excited to use the Garrett pointer! Should be delivered by the end of the week I hope.

[Silver Hawk]

Originally Posted by RIP

I thought about one but got the vibra probe 580. Here is the vid I was looking at.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEffm...eature=related

RIP,

After using the Vibra-Probe 580 in our testing, I have decided this is the PinPointer for me. It faired very well in our testing and was a very pleasant surprise to most. See my posted report on PinPointer Testing to see our findings on this pinpointer.

Best Regards,
Silver Hawk

[RIP]

Originally Posted by Silver Hawk

RIP,

After using the Vibra-Probe 580 in our testing, I have decided this is the PinPointer for me. It faired very well in our testing and was a very pleasant surprise to most. See my posted report on PinPointer Testing to see our findings on this pinpointer.

Best Regards,
Silver Hawk

I also liked the fact that the vibra-probe is water proof and no sound. It will interfere with my fisher f5 if it gets to close to the coil, but no big deal I just keep the coil turned away from the hole when useing the probe.

[Silver Hawk]

Originally Posted by RIP

I also liked the fact that the vibra-probe is water proof and no sound. It will interfere with my fisher f5 if it gets to close to the coil, but no big deal I just keep the coil turned away from the hole when useing the probe.

I agree, and as long as people follow your advice about keep the coil away from the pinponter, the interference problem becomes a none-issue.

When I dig my holes I always place my detector down so that the control box is lined up with my hole and the coil is not near the hole. It became a habit when I started using my DX-1 Probe due to the fact it was mounted right under the control box and this placement made it easy for me to reach for the probe. And because of this habit it also prevents the interference problem you touch on.

I also like the fact that Vibra-Probe 580 has no beeps or buzzers and communicates with a vibration feature instead. I find loud buzzers and beeps somewhat annoying at times. Also not having to play around with any knobs is a very nice feature.

I never used this pinpointer before this testing and was so pleasantly surprised by its performance. As all will recall, I had my mind made up and set on the Garrett. But after this testing and using all of the listed detectors and being familiar with a few others, I now have my mind set on the Vibra-Probe 580. I’ll be placing an order for one next week. Simply put, there is nothing not to like about this pinpointer. Three of the guys who participated in the testing and contributed to the report will also now be buying the Vibra-Probe 580.

Best Regards,
Silver Hawk