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Viper, water unit by Cobra?!?!? Any info??????

beachguy777

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Hey, hey, hey. I almost got excited today. (That's a big deal for me this week) I got an email from Kellyco about this new unit by Cobra called a Viper. Looked pretty good, (and cheap) so I called Kelly co and the girl there at first acted like I was from Pluto, but then said, oh yea, we're out of them, they're made in China and they "were" 229 clams or so but now (when the new shipment comes in in October) are 400 something, but it gained my interest because I can't afford an Excalibur yet. Wonder if anyone knows anything about these waterproof units by Cobra. She also said: "maybe" we could work with you on the price once they arrive. Hmmm. Still sounds interesting, sounds like they have some discrimination, VLF units, (I think) but the price sounds right. Just wonder about the quality and usability.????
 
DON'T! and I repeat, DON'T BUY metal detectors offered by Kellyco of unknown brands, they are nothing but rubbish, sorry to sound so harsh but I'm really serious, for example, I bought a Predator 2 from them, thinking it was a good machine, well to tell you the truth it broke down and didn't detect, not even a 30"X30" piece of iron, the disc was horrible, the depth awful, etc, etc. Only buy trusted named brands, specially when looking for an underwater detector. Oh, and did I mention Chinese detectors aren't worth the money? This one looks like a lemon (crap), and it might go crazy on wet sand.

http://www.kellycodetectors.com/cobra/vipermain.htm <--- Rubbish sold by Smellyco.

If you're looking for a really good underwater detector look at the Tesoro line of detectors, the Sandshark and the Tigershark; The Sandshark is a PI (pulse induction) detector, the Tigershark is a VLF, they both have a LIFETIME warranty (much needed for underwater units). They can both go at a depth of 200 feet and have special circuitry, interchangeable coils, weight less than 4lbs, has 4 knobs for all the settings you want to do, etc. etc. In two words, They're Great! Why don't you check them out? The Sandshark is $543.20 & the Tigershark is $599. Both with Free shipping from Ron @ Dixie metal detectors:

http://www.dixiemetaldetectors.com/tesoro-metal-detectors.htm

I'm getting a sand shark probably in December, I have read only great reviews on it, it has a lifetime warranty, goes 200 feet underwater, etc. A great buy in my book.

Oh, also take a look at this deal in Rons website for the Sand shark:

Coil Cover, Knee High Scoop, Mesh Water Pouch and
Full Length Zipper Carry Bag. $592.68 + $9.95 S&H for Accessories.

I bought my Explorer 2 w/X-1 probe from Ron and he has lightning fast shipping & service, a great dealer.

The Cobra/Viper isn't worth it, why risk losing $400 on a new CHINESE underwater detector with a really short warranty? I think it's also only meant for freshwater only.
 
Another idea is to Lease an Excalibur, I'm sure you can get a good deal on a Lease with a dealer, I don't know if Ron leases. Or you could look on eBay, last time I checked someone got away with an Excalibur 1000 @ $500 almost new w/accessories. Also try the classifieds.
 
ACE aces it again....

You get what you pay for...

Look at the K 'Super' Whatever Store's advertisement on their Chinese MDPs going up to 2 to 3xs deeper than 'other' detectors costing 2 to 3xs more....

How about K's Long Range Locators..... picks up Gold Coins 30 feet+ Deep within a Radious of so many miles...

You could take a chance, but then be prepared to incur re-stocking fees and original shipping charges etc. Is that worth it..... Don't be mesmerized by the K-Hype....

Big K is trying to survive by private labeling detectors exclusive to him.... so he can avoid competing and hook you.

Look at K's $$$$$$$$$$$$Inflated$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ Accessory packages.... don't be taken in.... trust the Majors, not the Hot Heads, Excelerators, Predators, MDPs, Cobras, Not good value or performance and when your at the beach, do you want to risk missing those fine rings and chains?????????
 
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