Garrett 1138070 ACE 150 Metal Detector

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I didn’t want to take the paper instruction leaflet out so some memorisation was required, though to be fair, it’s fairly intuitive once you’ve grasped the basic set-up and the machine can be used straight out of the box on its factory pre-sets. Custom: to be programmed by the user with settings being saved. Start with discrimination pattern and then use DISCRIM along with Accept/Reject to customize the mode. Looking for only one type of metal? The ACE 250 has you covered. There are 5 different search modes available, which come with their own pre-set discrimination filters. When you’ve got more experience the sensitivity button can really help enhance the search because it eliminates trash and focuses more on precious metals.

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This is the only ACE that doesn’t come with headphones as standard and you’ll want some of those unless you like an audience. Ground Balancex AA batteries are required, and they don’t come included. Although the batteries last a while with occasional use, it still needs more batteries than the majority of metal-detectors featured on this list. The Sensitivity buttons can be used to either increase or decrease the sensitivity of the metal detector. There are eight sensitivity levels present. The most common adjustable settings to find on a metal detector are ‘sensitivity’ and ‘metal discrimination’. Here are a list of the design features present on different detectors, to give you an idea of what’s available and which might best suit your child: Lightweight plastic models

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What you’ll be looking at for the most time is the identification scale. This is Garrett’s numeric target ID and it’ll tell you what you’ve found before digging. It’s excellent that Garrett puts as much effort into their cheaper metal detectors. As far as I can tell the materials are the same as the more expensive Garrett 250. The coil is waterproof which is essential here in the UK. The coil was soaked in grass dew after I’d used it but it continues to work without issues. However, the control box is not waterproof so I was careful about where I laid it down to dig and wouldn’t want to take it out in the rain.The ACE 250 metal detector has all the hallmarks of a good metal detector. It’s brightly colored, solidly built, and has a familiar shape that’s easy to use. Overall, the device is well-balanced. On one end, you have an adjustable arm cuff. The control box is located in the middle right above a padded grip. Not all metal detectors have a waterproof search coil, but it can help make the machine more robust. Not only does a waterproof search coil mean that the metal detector can be used when it’s raining (as long as the battery compartment is protected), it will also mean that the detector can be used in shallow water. This is useful if the detector will be used along the shoreline at the beach, or for searching in rivers. Adjustable settings Coins: programmed to find most types of monies while rejecting foil and iron. Certain unnecessary objects such aluminium cans may be detected. This is the ideal machine to take with you if you are planning on spending a considerable amount of time out in the field. Buttons and Modes of the Garrett ACE 400i To be fair, this is a good move for a beginner’s metal detector as manually adjusting ground balance is both boring and time-consuming.

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Even with the price of this machine, it seems Garrett has not cut corners with comfort, the padding and grip are very comfortable. There’s a lot to like about this metal detector. It’s not hard to see why it’s often considered to be one of the best entry-level options on the market. Here are a few features that can make all the difference when you’re searching for hidden treasures. 1. Depth Indicator The inclusion of these accessories makes it a good all-inclusive buy, with the compass and excavation tools providing a good sense of adventure. Although it’s not the most powerful or effective metal detector featured here, it works well enough to get children interested. Metals can be sensed up to a depth of 10 – 15 cm.

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Although it’s easy to go out and use this detector straight away with minimal instruction, getting the most out of its features will take a bit of time and getting used to. The control box takes 4 x AA batteries which were supplied and fit the usual way in the hood of the control box. The coil is waterproof which is essential here in the UK, but the control box is not. You’ll need to take care in the rain and be sure it’s not dropped in a lake or stream. The Discrimination button is used in conjunction with the Elimination button, used to eliminate specific items while out hunting.

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I love this detector . It looks really cool like Bumblebee and like it’s for pros – not a toy for babies. I felt like I had a mechanical arm which pulled me into wanting to use it more. I really like that there are only three buttons and it’s not hard to figure out. The Garrett brand is no stranger to producing some great metal detectors. Ask any seasoned enthusiast, and they’re bound to have some good things to say about the company.My son was testing a Garrett ACE 150 and when we got closer than 5-6 metres our detectors started screaming at one another like two grumpy cats. Nevertheless, it’s the best metal detector for kids if they want a smaller, handheld model. It’s also extremely straightforward to use, with just a single button on the whole unit. Depending on how many times the button is pressed, the pinpointer will alert you to the presence of metal by either beeping, vibrating, or beeping and vibrating.