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  1. Ytcoinshooter

    Manticore’s strange reporting on a $10 target

    You can’t make them any tighter than a machine wrapped roll without welding them. The experience was a surprise and a reason for my post. “time detecting isn’t necessarily proof of being an expert on every situation” - correct, it does not - nor was I inferring that I am. I am always learning...
  2. Ytcoinshooter

    Manticore’s strange reporting on a $10 target

    I’d like to see Minelab and any of this community comment on my video. What you’ll see I also tried using the “metal free” plastic table to place targets on but without a mount for my phone to record, it was easier to place the targets on the lawn. We had a fun / planted / pirate theme hunt...
  3. Ytcoinshooter

    First run with the M9

    I got in one woods / cellar hole hunt so far with the M9. It’s ideal for that type of hunting and although there were not any great finds both my step son - him running the M8 and myself with the M9 were very pleased with our choices. He’s had the manticore since shortly after the release and...
  4. Ytcoinshooter

    Silver coloured rings !!

    Platinum is commonly alloyed at .950 thus the stamping. Congrats! I have found platinum rings as well. I’ll bet a box of donuts that’s what you have👍!
  5. Ytcoinshooter

    Garrett Vortex VX9 may have major flaw(s) with latest version software.

    Thank you for that info. I’m always learning and I have not yet tested my gold samples, my smallest is 1 grain manufactured and a couple natural nuggets about that weight. I need to dig them out soon to try. The results should translate well to micro jewelry hunting. Life is short and I do want...
  6. Ytcoinshooter

    Garrett Vortex VX9 may have major flaw(s) with latest version software.

    Great post, appreciate the detailed info. The one thing I have never done is electronic prospecting. That is on my list and I totally overlooked that aspect of the new releases. I’ve met people who have done so from Gaines Creek Alaska to the U.S. southwest (no Aussie hunters yet). I was blown...
  7. Ytcoinshooter

    Garrett Vortex VX9 may have major flaw(s) with latest version software.

    Two of Our club founders Eleanor & Jack Hube were very much friends of the Garrett’s. Labor id referred to as the grand Dame of detectorists https://www.capecodmetaldetectors.com/Eleanor_Hube_WET The Garrets were awesome - totally giving back. Jack and Eleanor were the force founding our club...
  8. Ytcoinshooter

    Garrett Vortex VX9 may have major flaw(s) with latest version software.

    I’m on board with all you’ve said.
  9. Ytcoinshooter

    Garrett Vortex VX9 may have major flaw(s) with latest version software.

    I get your point jmaclen, however I did not consider the initial release of the EQX & D2 beta versions at all. We weren’t “guinea pigs” Issues were minor (EQX) and subsequent software releases were successful in addressing any issues and offered more features to boot. The operations of both the...
  10. Ytcoinshooter

    Garrett Vortex VX9 may have major flaw(s) with latest version software.

    What is sorely lacking is the ability to revert to a previous software version that you like better, or to sidestep a flawed version for “whatever” reason. The French & Aussie designed detectors have this ability. When the end consumer is treated as a beta tester confidence is eroded. I state...
  11. Ytcoinshooter

    Minelab has DISCONTINUED the EQUINOX 600 and 800 .....MANTICORE is on sale at $1299....Whats next for Minelab?

    Objectively I’d say there was obviously product redundancy across the Equinox line. A waste of manufacturing resources. The NOX’s got the “improvements” incorporated in the 700/900’s that were asked for since it was first released. Dropping the 600/800 made sense and does not alienate those...
  12. Ytcoinshooter

    Prepping for a Maui beach hunt

    Black sand / volcanic beaches…would be nice to know ahead how the Manticore deals with that. Detecting in the surf or even calm water is a practiced skill and equipment matters. You’d be good to ask questions in the beach and water forum. I’m sure you’ll get the feedback you seek. Good luck!
  13. Ytcoinshooter

    Don’t make this (my) mistake with your new Minelab

    If you’ve had your unit - control pod submerged while detecting and it’s still water tight I would not touch it. Minelab does not endorse anything on the O rings. That said there are other detectors where that is used on O rings. I use sil-glyde where silicone grease is called for. I inspected...
  14. Ytcoinshooter

    Don’t make this (my) mistake with your new Minelab

    Decided to inspect the battery compartment before I order a battery. Good thing I did! It’s flooded. Compartment was wet, battery label saturated….after this inspection water was visible on the screen for the first time. RIP…
  15. Ytcoinshooter

    Don’t make this (my) mistake with your new Minelab

    After much testing It turns out I’m sure this is a battery issue because this 600 was a closet queen. I did charge it about 3X a year. Not enough obviously. The screen was frozen but it was draining power. When it got to two bars on battery strength I was able to bring it up to 3. So I...
  16. Ytcoinshooter

    Don’t make this (my) mistake with your new Minelab

    Thanks for sharing that! I’ll give my D2 a try in the Ocean this year, they are well built except the lower shaft. Ive been considering the Manticore but want to keep concentrating on my D2. If I sell off a couple dedicated water detectors like my CZ21 or custom Excal for instance I’ll pick one...
  17. Ytcoinshooter

    Don’t make this (my) mistake with your new Minelab

    I plan on trying my D2 in the ocean stateside. I replaced the lower rods with CF to avoid any flex.
  18. Ytcoinshooter

    Don’t make this (my) mistake with your new Minelab

    I refer to each detector as a personal set of sports equipment when asked. The Nox is disassembled and in my carryon. The SeaHunter MK2 is packed with headphones, batteries and control unit in a well made black Garrett knapsack. The rods for it and all scoops are in the checked baggage. This is...
  19. Ytcoinshooter

    Don’t make this (my) mistake with your new Minelab

    No issue but the importation of sports equipment in general. There was a limit of $600 per person sports equipment could be subject to duty. I’m now seeing a lower amount like $300. I’m having a hard time finding that $600 now. However a 19% duty on items on excess of the allowable limits can...
  20. Ytcoinshooter

    Don’t make this (my) mistake with your new Minelab

    Just to be clear. Was the issue your dealer referred to - “non-responsive freezing up” or flooding?
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