Ken Clad
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I'm not trying to sway you from selling it, but I enhanced the buttons on mine with a silver Sharpie marker. It made a world of difference... for the better.
Fixing Nokta Legend Button Legibility
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markinmichigan
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I did the same. Works.
Mark in Michigan
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Awendaw
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Might Try This If It Doesn't Sell !! Thanks
markinmichigan
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Machine is very dirty but I used a fine white ink pen from Amazon. It still hasn't worn off after a full year of hunting.
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Awendaw
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Never even thought of that. Will give it a day or two and might have to put up the Nox for a while. Thanks
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Get the extra fine point. Here is the medium point for reference.
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Ken Clad
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Oh, yours turned out sooooo much better than mine. I think I went with too large of a tip, I used medium tip in silver ink, not paint. It does what I want, but man is it ugly.
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I contacted Nokta and suggested that they should color the buttons. Even backlight them. It would be so easy for them to do that at the facility..... Betcha the the buttons are improved next update. Keep swinging.
Mark in Michigan
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Ken Clad
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Did you attach the pictures of what us amateurs did? The only downside I see to backlighting is battery usage.
TheFrood
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Just tie the backlighting into the screen backlighting so that it's only backlit when the screen is backlit (ie if you
turn it on when detecting in low light).
AirmetTango
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I did the same white paint trick almost as soon as I received my Legend. I got an “ultra fine” tipped white paint pen from the Mart with Walls for a couple of bucks. Had the choice between oil or acrylic based paint - I chose acrylic only because they are a little more flexible when dry, and I figured that would be better with the rubberized buttons. I only have about 35 hours on mine, but it seems to be holding up well. Pinpoint button is showing a touch of wear, but I use pinpoint on almost every target with my dirt encrusted gloves. I figure the paint pen will last quite awhile for any touch ups I might need to do.
too_pointer
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Looks like it went on good for what you wanted.
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oldkoot
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I would put a cover over that pod because the screen on the Legend scratches very easy
Ken Clad
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I left the original screen cover on mine. I definitely replace it as necessary.
AirmetTango
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I highly recommend it for any detector. Cheap insurance to protect the screen and potential resale value. Just like silver coins, even a simple swipe with a dirt infused glove (or bare finger) is enough to noticeably scratch the screen.
For the Legend, I’ve purchased both the Nokta branded and Detect-Ed branded Legend screen protectors, each in a 3-pack. The only difference appears to be price - the Detect-Ed version is more expensive, but also comes with cleaning wipes purportedly to aid in installation. Many Amazon reviews noted that those wipes arrived dried out, and so did mine. Nothing that a little rubbing alcohol and a soft cloth couldn’t cure, but still annoying. Otherwise, the actual screen protectors themselves appear virtually identical, and pretty clearly sourced from the same manufacturer - protective films and labels are exactly the same. The Detect-Eds are under $16 on Amazon, the Noktas are $14 (“free” shipping with Prime on both). But you can find the Nokta version at dealers for $10…if you’re buying from a dealer and getting enough other stuff to get free shipping, then I’d recommend going with Nokta.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BCL4RDTX/ (Detect-Ed)
https://www.amazon.com/Nokta-Screen-Protector-Legend-Detector/dp/B0BYF6Z3SZ/ (Nokta)
https://seriousdetecting.com/search?Legend+screen (Both offered at a US dealer)
I’ve only actually installed the Detect-ed ones so far…the Nokta branded are my current backups. I mucked up my first installation (too many bubbles, then ruined the protector trying to get it back up to reposition it…more on that later). Second install went perfect, but the machine went back to the seller. Replacement machine got the third from the Detect-Ed 3 pack, which also went well. Anyway, that’s why I’ve also now purchased the Nokta pack…I’ve used all the Detect-Eds, so I’ve got the Noktas on hand when needed.
Two things about these particular protectors. Removing the second (blue) film after installation is not easy - it sticks to the screen protector too well. Pulling up on the provided tab resulted in the tab coming off but not the film no matter what I tried on all three installations. It takes a lot of patience and care to get that blue film off. Also, once installed, it isn’t coming off easily…that’s both a great thing and a potential bad thing. Obviously, you generally want it to stay in place, so that’s fantastic. But if you do need to reposition the initial placement because of an air bubble, you may be in for a fight. The protectors fit absolutely perfectly (also great), but if you notice, the screen is actually recessed from the faceplate slightly, so once in place, I couldn’t even get my fingernail in the gap to lift an edge, and I actually broke a toothpick trying as well.
Anyways, probably way too much detail about a $10-$15 purchase, but there you go!
Casull
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I used a clear laminate that I purchased to laminate my CCP. Came in a three pack for a couple of bucks. Holding up pretty well after about 6 months.
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** EDIT ** I should really read the whole thread before posting.SORRY! :P
