jl_usmc3
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Lets hear some opinions. Mainly coin detecting, probably some relic hunting. Whatever I can find thats cool. What is the better machine?
Etrac vs. Equinox 800?
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kozman4907
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Apple and orange debate.
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Rattlehead
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For general coin shooting I like the Etrac. Strengths are it's very stable and accurate ID & unmistakable tone on deep silver. Weaknesses are weight and recovery speed. Requires a slow sweep speed and is not as sensitive to tiny low conductors.
For relic hunting or eeking out the last few coins from a trashy/heavily hunted site, I'd choose the Equinox. Strengths are that its very fast, waterproof, lightweight, and has no trouble what-so-ever hitting tiny low conductors. The Nox is better suited for picking out tough targets from trashy sites. Hits coins on edge like a boss. Weaknesses is that the ID can be a bit jumpy and the depth meter leaves a LOT to be desired. I don't know if they've fixed it on newer models but the shaft on mine developed some wobble. I replaced it with a plugger shaft, which solved the problem.
All just my opinion. YMMV.
For relic hunting or eeking out the last few coins from a trashy/heavily hunted site, I'd choose the Equinox. Strengths are that its very fast, waterproof, lightweight, and has no trouble what-so-ever hitting tiny low conductors. The Nox is better suited for picking out tough targets from trashy sites. Hits coins on edge like a boss. Weaknesses is that the ID can be a bit jumpy and the depth meter leaves a LOT to be desired. I don't know if they've fixed it on newer models but the shaft on mine developed some wobble. I replaced it with a plugger shaft, which solved the problem.
All just my opinion. YMMV.
Martin_V3i
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Agree
IDXMonster
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Both very good, just very different too. Agreed with all above...
