Herb Jones
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from eveything i can read, folks seem to love the bandito II micro max. what is it about this machine that makes it so desirable when compared to other models?
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bandito II micro max
- Thread starter Herb Jones
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Stoof-tabsallday
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Well for me it's many things.
The audio for one. It's much much higher pitched. I hear alot more with it.
Also like the outlaw, it's has the disc circuit spread in a way that you can disc out a dime and copper penny but still hit on quarters and silver.
The other part is something I can't put my finger on. It's just something. I have the outlaw which is based on it but it's not exactly the same with the audio and stuff.
It does run really quiet and stable it trash too!!!
There's just something about it. I live it!!
The audio for one. It's much much higher pitched. I hear alot more with it.
Also like the outlaw, it's has the disc circuit spread in a way that you can disc out a dime and copper penny but still hit on quarters and silver.
The other part is something I can't put my finger on. It's just something. I have the outlaw which is based on it but it's not exactly the same with the audio and stuff.
It does run really quiet and stable it trash too!!!
There's just something about it. I live it!!
a multi-performance versatile detector providing a Threshold-Based All Metal mode with selectable manual Retune or fast Auto-Tune, manual Ground Balance with a 3¾-turn GB pot, and a very proven performance silent search Discriminate mode with a variable ED-120 range of acceptance. There are 4 variable control knobs for adjustments, and 2 toggle switches to select the retune/auto-tune function and one for the search mode selection. No touch-pads, tactile buttons, multi-function pushbuttons. Just a light-weight, easy-to-use yet versatile detector for many applications.
There is no such thing as a 'perfect' detector, but the Bandido II µMAX comes very close by having a nice, clear, higher-tone audio response, and it lacks the visual Target ID and audio Tone ID that has become very popular for a lot of people, both Casual Hobbyists as well as Avid Detectorists. From the time the Tesoro Inca was introduced in the summer of 1983 I have made it a point to have at least one or more of my favorite and versatile Tesoro models in my personal arsenal. The Inca was replaced by the original Eldorado, and I used one or both of these models until March of 1990, twenty-seven years ago, when the original Bandido was introduced with the broader range of lower-end acceptance in the Discriminate mode.
Since that time, when I ordered in some Bandido's and found how well they worked, I have kept one or more of my preferred Tesoro Bandido models in my working arsenal, from the Bandido to the Bandido II, and finally the improved Bandido II [size=small]micro[/size]MAX. I have my brand new Tesoro Mojave w/standard 7" Concentric coil, and I have my new Tesoro Vaquero with a 6" Concentric coil mounted and ready-to-go, and they travel along with my three favorite Target ID models, and ... naturally ... my Bandido II [size=small]micro[/size]MAX that also sports its own 6" Concentric coil.
It isn't the deepest detector I have in my arsenal, but it isn't the weakest on depth, either. It doesn't fib to me about what I locate, it just helps me find targets in very littered sites that many/most competitor's models would struggle to match in a side-by-side test, then leaves the excitement of recovery up to me to unearth a target and take a look at it. My Bandido II µMAX is the lightest-weight of any of the detectors in my arsenal, and that can be a relief for this falling apart old phart when a long day or challenging site causes my shoulder and back and knee to increase in pain and even further limit my mobility. I can keep hunting a little longer so there's the added benefit of it being an enjoyment factor.
Just my biased opinions because they have proven themselves [size=small](I have owned several of them)[/size] time-and-time again.
Monte
There is no such thing as a 'perfect' detector, but the Bandido II µMAX comes very close by having a nice, clear, higher-tone audio response, and it lacks the visual Target ID and audio Tone ID that has become very popular for a lot of people, both Casual Hobbyists as well as Avid Detectorists. From the time the Tesoro Inca was introduced in the summer of 1983 I have made it a point to have at least one or more of my favorite and versatile Tesoro models in my personal arsenal. The Inca was replaced by the original Eldorado, and I used one or both of these models until March of 1990, twenty-seven years ago, when the original Bandido was introduced with the broader range of lower-end acceptance in the Discriminate mode.
Since that time, when I ordered in some Bandido's and found how well they worked, I have kept one or more of my preferred Tesoro Bandido models in my working arsenal, from the Bandido to the Bandido II, and finally the improved Bandido II [size=small]micro[/size]MAX. I have my brand new Tesoro Mojave w/standard 7" Concentric coil, and I have my new Tesoro Vaquero with a 6" Concentric coil mounted and ready-to-go, and they travel along with my three favorite Target ID models, and ... naturally ... my Bandido II [size=small]micro[/size]MAX that also sports its own 6" Concentric coil.
It isn't the deepest detector I have in my arsenal, but it isn't the weakest on depth, either. It doesn't fib to me about what I locate, it just helps me find targets in very littered sites that many/most competitor's models would struggle to match in a side-by-side test, then leaves the excitement of recovery up to me to unearth a target and take a look at it. My Bandido II µMAX is the lightest-weight of any of the detectors in my arsenal, and that can be a relief for this falling apart old phart when a long day or challenging site causes my shoulder and back and knee to increase in pain and even further limit my mobility. I can keep hunting a little longer so there's the added benefit of it being an enjoyment factor.
Just my biased opinions because they have proven themselves [size=small](I have owned several of them)[/size] time-and-time again.
Monte
Stoof-tabsallday
Well-known member
^what he said^
Lol.
There's a reason Monte still had one
Everything he said is spot on. He has words where I fail to be able to explain it.
Lol.
There's a reason Monte still had one
Everything he said is spot on. He has words where I fail to be able to explain it.
Herb Jones
New member
It seems to be the most universally liked of all the Tesoro's. almost every other model seem to have its detractors and supporters, but that unit in particular seems to really strike a sweet spot.... I have really looked and can find virtually no one complaining about this set up.
Stoof-tabsallday
Well-known member
Yes. As far as the modern machines the outlaw is the closest you'll get. It does have a retune button instead of the switch.
But the button doubles as pinpoint button with two ways of using it
In disc mode if you half press it it puts the machine into no motion all metal and when you fully press it it goes into fast retune all metal.
But the button doubles as pinpoint button with two ways of using it
In disc mode if you half press it it puts the machine into no motion all metal and when you fully press it it goes into fast retune all metal.
I don't get it Tesoro users are a funny mob whinge whinge whinge bring back the B2 and they do in the outlaw and then whinge whinge whinge its not the same, something about a red button at the risk of alienating everyone I do understand why Tesoro don't listen any more. and why buy a 20 year old detector that who knows what has happened to it when you can buy one new??
I don't like Tesoro as they screwed me out of cash cause they well didn't know how to fix one of their coils, but really I see it from both sides.
anyway tear me a new one I don't care
I sold off a lot of my Tesoro's after testing I keep what works for me and what I need them for..
God help them if they ever brought back a diablo micro
AJ
I don't like Tesoro as they screwed me out of cash cause they well didn't know how to fix one of their coils, but really I see it from both sides.
anyway tear me a new one I don't care
I sold off a lot of my Tesoro's after testing I keep what works for me and what I need them for..
God help them if they ever brought back a diablo micro
AJ
Stoof-tabsallday
Well-known member
Haha AJ. Always tell it like it is.
You have a past with them and d I know.
But I agree about the outlaw thing lol.
It's a bandido II micromax with a button.
Funny part is when you learn the button it has the extra function the bandido II didn't where you can just into no motion or fast retune all metal from disc.
I'd prefer the higher pitch audio but other than that they did a great job bringing the bandido back with a little flare.
You have a past with them and d I know.
But I agree about the outlaw thing lol.
It's a bandido II micromax with a button.
Funny part is when you learn the button it has the extra function the bandido II didn't where you can just into no motion or fast retune all metal from disc.
I'd prefer the higher pitch audio but other than that they did a great job bringing the bandido back with a little flare.
yeah that's me about as blunt as the sharp end of an axe 
or is that the other way around 
I don't get why people want to buy a old detector when they can get brand new one and probably cheaper makes no sense to me....
anyway each to their own I guess what ever floats ya boat as they say
but makes for some fun doesn't it
we sure are a motley crue 80's https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NrOemQaEJGU only click on link if you dare
70's https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpLCB_ayKVs
AJ
or is that the other way around I don't get why people want to buy a old detector when they can get brand new one and probably cheaper makes no sense to me....
anyway each to their own I guess what ever floats ya boat as they say
but makes for some fun doesn't it
we sure are a motley crue 80's https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NrOemQaEJGU only click on link if you dare
70's https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpLCB_ayKVsAJ
Herb Jones
New member
because new isnt always better... the b side to that 45 sounds like this... why does everyone want to blow tons of cash on the latest fancy gadgets, bells and whistles, when what they have works perfectly well. old cars trucks detectors, guitars, camera lenses, ammunition, .... the tommy gun, browning .50cal.... the list is endless...the latest cheaply made plastic flashy gadgetry gimicks often does not have the quality, workmanship, performance or styling of those things no longer produced... .. i still shoot a recurved bow, because i prefer the simplicity, performance and lines... same as a .45acp.... ever wonder why no one trick shoots with semiauto handguns? because you can more innately draw a peacemaker and intrinsicaly point and shoot better with it. i am still slapping a 1977 fender jazz bass through a classic ampeg tube cabinet... running old zeiss camera lenses made in the 50s....some hits are just out of the park, and no amount of tinkering can improve on the original... change some things and you only degrade them....
Stoof-tabsallday
Well-known member
I think what he means is rather than chasing inflated prices from older bandido just buy the outlaw which functions as close to equal as you're gonna get and if bought brand new, you have the warranty for 10 years from now in case you need to send it in.
That old μMAX Bandido II is one of my favorites, and is probably my most often used Tesoro. Tomorrow though, I'll be taking my 15 year old Eldorado with a big 10-1/2" donut, to a less trashy spot with relatively mild soil. Hoping to find some deeper silver.. The older Tesoro models still work quite well, even some 15-20 years after they were introduced!
Herb Jones
New member
I dig what y'all are saying... about warranty and who knows what about the history of a used machine... but I think that's what defines something as a classic ..... the fact that people will pay higher prices for older used, collectibles.... somewhere we apparently cross a line. Monte for instance points to weight as a difference, and to him given both the outlaw and bandido 2 micro... the older version that can only be purchased used is the preferable one... and I was just wanting to know why he and everyone else made that distinction. I was just returning serve to the devils advocate amberjack on how even though a rig has the same features, somehow something got lost in the revamp. I buy things used if I can find good quality non abused from reputable sellers especially if it's a serviceable item. And apparently Tesoro has a reputable service department. Why spend twice as much for a rig with a warranty if you can get a good used one for half the price, and have it tweaked for $50 ... I know I know... trust me I know retarded cheap ba$t@rd. Heard it all before. Guilty as charged!
Stoof-tabsallday
Well-known member
Setting aside what I said, there's a reason I still own a bandido 2 and didn't sell it after getting the outlaw lol.
But just saying because they are easier to come buy being in production, if someone wanted a bandido II micromax and can't find one, the outlaw wouldn't be bad to settle with.
But I'll never selly bandido II micromax
But just saying because they are easier to come buy being in production, if someone wanted a bandido II micromax and can't find one, the outlaw wouldn't be bad to settle with.
But I'll never selly bandido II micromax
my point was that I have read many countless posts about why don't Tesoro do this or that as in bring back this classic and when they do they cop sh$t over it and people still chase the classic , I know its human to want what's hard to get and detectorists have that in spades 
not telling anyone what to buy just wondering why.
seriously do not care what anyone wishes to use its a personal choice I just know you stick 2 things in front of me the same from the same company one new one old I am gunna grab the new one and that's me and so I have some what of a hard time understanding...
if the Mojave is as good or better than the Compadre my list is going to get shorter
AJ
not telling anyone what to buy just wondering why.
seriously do not care what anyone wishes to use its a personal choice I just know you stick 2 things in front of me the same from the same company one new one old I am gunna grab the new one and that's me and so I have some what of a hard time understanding...
if the Mojave is as good or better than the Compadre my list is going to get shorter
AJ
Stoof-tabsallday
Well-known member
Haha I have the Mojave but haven't got pass the start of testing with the weather here.
But it will be better than the compadre just because the same frequency and the send and the ground switch.
It will be better than the silver too at the same price... I think.
But time will tell
But it will be better than the compadre just because the same frequency and the send and the ground switch.
It will be better than the silver too at the same price... I think.
But time will tell
Herb Jones
New member
and if it does get shorter, i will make you a horrible offer on that tricked out compadre..."and i will love it and i will pet it and i will name it george" ...lmao... i suspect its well taken care of.
... glad i am not the only one with insomnia.
... glad i am not the only one with insomnia.
Stoof-tabsallday
Well-known member
I'm on an off shift but still up later than normal.
Happy hunting!!
As soon as the weather breaks I'll be out there more than on here lol
Happy hunting!!
As soon as the weather breaks I'll be out there more than on here lol
its normal o'clock here
Mojave will have to pull several bits of gold this winter to be in the contest so we will see but I will have fun testing I hope you know it can be day after day of pulltabs and that's the life of a park gold hunter...
hey here's something different a Cooktown orchid I grew have some more just about to flower they are amazing...
AJ
Mojave will have to pull several bits of gold this winter to be in the contest so we will see but I will have fun testing I hope
you know it can be day after day of pulltabs and that's the life of a park gold hunter...hey here's something different a Cooktown orchid I grew
have some more just about to flower they are amazing...AJ