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Looking for something lighter than my Explorer.

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Hey all: Not sure the last time I posted on this forum. I've been using an Explorer XS for the last 3 years. I've learned how to use it efficiently and have made a lot of great finds but it's just so dang HEAVY!!! (I am definitely keeping it though!) I'm looking to buy myself a new detector for a welcome home present when I return from Iraq but want to pick up something lighter. I currently own a 1236-X2 also which I like (broken disc control right now <img src="/metal/html/frown.gif" border=0 width=15 height=15 alt=":("> ), and I've used and liked the CZ-6a, so I'm kinda leaning towards the CZ-3D. I was very impressed with how well the -6a I was using was really nailing Nickels! My hunting tastes are mainly old areas such as one-room schoolhouses, old parks and yards, and old homestead sites. I also see that Sunray is now making coils for CZ's as well as a probe like my X-1 that I use on my Explorer. I was looking for input from 3D users who've used it for awhile and what they like and dislike about the machine, as well as suggestions for other machines to look at. From what I've read, the -3D is geared towards older sites with low amounts of aluminum and that's mainly what I was concerned about, since pulltabs and tinfoil are pretty much a given at 95% of my sites. Feel free to email me if you wish. Thanks in advance and Happy Hunting! (and leave some stuff in the ground for me when I get home! <img src="/metal/html/wink.gif" border=0 width=15 height=15 alt=";)"> )
-SgtSki
 
Sgt... first thing I'll like to say is THANKS FOR SERVING! MY HATS OFF TO YOU! <IMG SRC="/metal/html/flag.jpg" BORDER=0 width=32 height=17 ALT="usa~"> <img src="/metal/html/please.gif" border=0 width=29 height=15 alt=":please">
I have an Explorer and a 3D. The 3D, IMHO is a good complement to the Explorer. I hunt very similar type of sites. I really like my 3D. I have used it in some of the heavily detected parks around PA with very good results. I don't mind digging a little bit of trash to get some goodies so the 3D suits me well. Some of the square pulltabs can become bothersome at some sites because of the notch being wider to accept odd hitting IHs. Dislike is only it's not as good as the Explorer in iron but that only my opinion. It's also like most other CZs and is very good on nickels. I've dug alot of nickels with the 3D. Some of them where very deep and IDed good. I've only had three coins miss IDed on the 3D and they have all been on the fringe of detection nickels. The other drawback might be is that is not splashproof which is a problem for some people. HH!
-Bill
 
<STRONG>Thanks for your service!!!!</STRONG>
I used to have an explorer as well, and now have a CZ70. Prior to the CZ I had an ID Excel. Now let me tell you that Excel was LIGHT. I deffinitely notice the difference with the CZ. Amazing how heavy a couple of pounds is.
Either way you go, good luck, and thanks again for what you and the others are doing over there.
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