DD1400

[jimmy]

Has anyone used this big coil, how does it pinpoint and what about depth, I have the 950 original, the 6x4DD,5.3,the 9x6DD, the DD1400 is new and I havent tried it yet so I am trying to get some input from the MXT Forum members who have used this coil. Thanks, Jimmy in smithfield nc.

 

[Larry (IL)]

The 1400 is not new, somewhat an antique as far as coils go. I had one maybe 10 years ago and was not much impressed. Very heavy and I didn't notice much, if any, depth advantage. Theoretically, is should have the same depth of a comparable 10 inch coil and the advantage would be in the 14" sweep. To use it very long, you need Popeye arms. One of the best coils for maximum depth and coverage might be the SEF 10X12 sold by Kellyco. A close second in your mineralized ground would be the White's D2.

 

[jimmy]

Thanks larry, it is heavy but I guess I could use it as a beach hunting coil and let it skid across the sand since it has a scuff/skid plate over the coil, or I could sell it as its never been used.

 

[Larry (IL)]

Oops, I misread your post, I see now it was new to you, I thought........... Oh well, my opinion still stands, I just wouldn't have been so hard on it if I had read it right. Sorry.

 

[JOE in MD]

I had one years ago, not impressed. Get a 10" DD

 

[jimmy]

Thanks for the advice, I do use my 9x6DD 90% of the time. So now I am wondering what I sould ask for the DD1400 by listing it on ebay, it has skid plate and already mounted on a rod. I would appreciate any comments.

 

[Larry (IL)]

There is a buy it now for $115, yet one sold with the lower arm for $149.99......... Hope that helps.

 

[jimmy]

Hi Larry, appreciate that info, I may list on this site, but I am a new guy here and have to wait I think, or list it on ebay for somewhere btwn those two figures since it does have the skid plate and lower arm ready to go. thanks again for the info. Jimmy in Smithfield, NC