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I read earlier someone didn't see any difference between the Platypus and Minelab stock 10" coil if both get the same depth or are close to weighing the same, The serious hunters will see the advantage right away.
The Platypus gets 15 percent more coverage without the unbalance affect of the larger coils, The new Platypus we received appears to be a little heavier than the proto type coil Andy tested out. Still, At most the first Platypus coils we received are only 4 ounces more than Andy's proto coil which puts the Platypus in line with the same weight as the stock. However, The center mounted Platypus improves the balance of the coil making it appear lighter which is good for long term hunting.
My opinion is not to make the coil any lighter, From using other coils that are lighter they don't handle the harsh mineralization ground as do the heaver coils. Lighter coils are fine for inland hunting in areas up to neutral ground but once the soil gets tough the lighter coils will fail and cold wet conditions will also affect the lighter coils. .
So, Based from the WOT coil as well all know it's a winner of operating under harsh ground conditions the same will apply with the Platypus. The Platypus is build tough and it too will handle the harsh soil were other lighter coils fail. Now I know for a fact some of the experts here on the forum will agree, I say keep the Platypus weight the same and due to the coil being center mounted it does feel better balanced and the elliptical design of the coil will greatly improve separation in trashy areas.
Happy Easter, Paul (Ca)
The Platypus gets 15 percent more coverage without the unbalance affect of the larger coils, The new Platypus we received appears to be a little heavier than the proto type coil Andy tested out. Still, At most the first Platypus coils we received are only 4 ounces more than Andy's proto coil which puts the Platypus in line with the same weight as the stock. However, The center mounted Platypus improves the balance of the coil making it appear lighter which is good for long term hunting.
My opinion is not to make the coil any lighter, From using other coils that are lighter they don't handle the harsh mineralization ground as do the heaver coils. Lighter coils are fine for inland hunting in areas up to neutral ground but once the soil gets tough the lighter coils will fail and cold wet conditions will also affect the lighter coils. .
So, Based from the WOT coil as well all know it's a winner of operating under harsh ground conditions the same will apply with the Platypus. The Platypus is build tough and it too will handle the harsh soil were other lighter coils fail. Now I know for a fact some of the experts here on the forum will agree, I say keep the Platypus weight the same and due to the coil being center mounted it does feel better balanced and the elliptical design of the coil will greatly improve separation in trashy areas.
Happy Easter, Paul (Ca)