Sand scoop choices??? I'm lost...

[Rocknut88]

Been looking to replace my current stainless scoop which is an Rtg R790, to something the digs wider and to about 10-11" down smaller holes to keep in smaller targets, and something that isn't gonna force me to take out a small bank loan like the stealth scoops which are great but holy cow expensive. I operate primarily in the Chesapeake bay area with alot of heavier stilts and sediments dense sand to heavy gravel bottoms, I've used the stealth 720 courtesy of a friend of mine I loved it but I just dont have 300+ dollars to lay out on a scoop... thanks in advance for any and all suggestions greatly appreciated!!

 

[Champ Ferguson]

Buy once, cry once. You've already learned that since you are upgrading now.
Get the Stealth 7", or 9" if you want wider. Save up as long as you have to.

 

[GeorgeinSC]

Good quality scoops are EXPENSIVE. Buy cheap and that is exactly what you get. I have been using the same scoop for five years. Had a problem with it and the manufacturer fixed it for me at no cost. Save your money until you can get a high quality scoop.

 

[Johnho]

I'm using the guy scoop. http://stavrscoop.com/en/8-sand-scoop? using the evroexcavtor but I think mine is an earlier version. I think he's out of the Ukraine but no problem with ordering from him. Get a shovel handle from ACE or Lowes. Had to shave some off to fit it but works great. Tough as can be and digs great.

 

[RandyNorthridgeca]

n/t

 

[Ron12]

I agree with most go with stealth
I have the 720 love it
Lifetime warranty
Getting stuff out of ground as important as locating it
If right scoop can get it faster and you can manage time better one find will pay for ir
I also opted for smaller holes in back that comes as a option for a little more

 

[TinCanBeach]

I’m curious to know what scoop you decided on. I have the Stealth 720i and love it.

 

[Tajue17]

stealth? who is it made by,, Link?

 

[treasurewize]

iv used the Stealth and many others over 40 years and find the best for me is the RTG # 733 from Reilly's $99. i hunted salt water and fresh water for 4 years almost daily before i wore the lip down. still using one!

 

[Champ Ferguson]

stealth? who is it made by,, Link?

Made my Sunspot in Michigan. Not sure if theyre sponsors, so I wont post a link.

 

[Stogger]

T-Rex with Lowes handle with metal tip.

 

[dobbratacus]

I’m using the exact same scoop. A true beast. I don’t know about the others people have mentioned but the evroexcavator is amazing. I detect around the world and haven’t met a condition it didn’t excel in. A work of art. Takes about two weeks to arrive but we’ll worth the time.