I know that my signature says I have a Prizm III, but I have sold it. I don't really know why. In some regards I discounted it as just an entry level "toy". But after doing some more research, they really are not bad at all. I liked the Prizm III, and felt like it was superior to the popular Ace 250. Now I am shopping for my next MD.
More than likely I will stick with the White's line since that is what I have always had. I have once considered the Minelab Quattro. I'm thinking of the Prizm V. It seems to have everything I am looking for. The only thing holding me back is the lack of available aftermarket coils. Sure, Jimmy Sierra has a Bigfoot for the Prizm's but I would also like a DD (at least 5x10) and a small sniper coil like a 5" or better for the trashy areas. If anyone knows of coils for the Prizm please let me know. I would like to hold out for a DFX/XLT. My local dealer has 5 reconditioned DFX's for $745 and XLT's for $500-600. In my research I can't seem to find a whole lot of difference in the DFX/XLT except for the frequency and it looks as though the DFX may hold more user programs. And of course, my desire for accessory coils is fulfilled with the DFX/XLT models 10 fold.
My main interests are coins/relics. I will buy a seperate machine for the beach. Since I live in civil war country, I am also thinking of a 2-box system. I just know I can find some cannonballs/shells across the river from Vicksburg.
So, to beat a dead horse, please look over my finding/desires/needs and help me come up with something. I know I may be overlooking something, so feel free to throw in other ideas. Thanks.
More than likely I will stick with the White's line since that is what I have always had. I have once considered the Minelab Quattro. I'm thinking of the Prizm V. It seems to have everything I am looking for. The only thing holding me back is the lack of available aftermarket coils. Sure, Jimmy Sierra has a Bigfoot for the Prizm's but I would also like a DD (at least 5x10) and a small sniper coil like a 5" or better for the trashy areas. If anyone knows of coils for the Prizm please let me know. I would like to hold out for a DFX/XLT. My local dealer has 5 reconditioned DFX's for $745 and XLT's for $500-600. In my research I can't seem to find a whole lot of difference in the DFX/XLT except for the frequency and it looks as though the DFX may hold more user programs. And of course, my desire for accessory coils is fulfilled with the DFX/XLT models 10 fold.
My main interests are coins/relics. I will buy a seperate machine for the beach. Since I live in civil war country, I am also thinking of a 2-box system. I just know I can find some cannonballs/shells across the river from Vicksburg.
So, to beat a dead horse, please look over my finding/desires/needs and help me come up with something. I know I may be overlooking something, so feel free to throw in other ideas. Thanks.