Metal Detector for kid's pressie

Hi

My daughter has been harping on about a metal detector since her birthday
last November. Can anyone tell me if the £20 kids ones are *any* good or
would I be better biting the bullet and going for say, a Bounty Hunter
Tracker IV?

Thanks
Suzanne

It's a tough one to answer! Although i've never tried one of the 'cheap'
detectors I doubt they'll find a great deal other than surface junk and the
odd modern coin, i.e. ringpulls and two pences but would be ideal for a
younger child who may tire of this hobby quickly. If you fancy having a go
yourself then maybe a more suitable 'entry level' detector would be better.
The newish Garrett Aces are good, my dad has found Roman and silver in the
past week and he's like a big kid with the thing! Perhaps try looking on
Ebay for a s/hand machine that could be resold with minimal loss but beware
the 'all singing and dancing deep seekers' from overseas!!

Good luck!!

Andre

Suz wrote:
> Hi
>
> My daughter has been harping on about a metal detector since her birthday
> last November. Can anyone tell me if the £20 kids ones are *any* good or
> would I be better biting the bullet and going for say, a Bounty Hunter
> Tracker IV?
>
> Thanks
> Suzanne
>
>

You didn't mention your daughter's age and that may
have a bearing.

The cheap detectors do detect metal and may be a
good intro to the hobby for a youngster who probably
won't want to do much deep digging anyway.

Also, it's not uncommon for a child to try it once
and then decide it's not for them. So, a low cost
unit softens the financial blow.

Ed

> My daughter has been harping on about a metal detector since her birthday
> last November. Can anyone tell me if the £20 kids ones are *any* good or
> would I be better biting the bullet and going for say, a Bounty Hunter
> Tracker IV?
>
> Thanks
> Suzanne

Thanks for the replies. My daughter will be 7. We have 2 more kids who, in
the future, might like it as well. Husband seems keen on getting a better
one - I reckon he fancies a go himself.

As for digging - I don't think so as she is so young - anyway surface finds
of junk would be as exciting for her.

Still undecided which model to go for.

Definitive answer from someone who was the reciever of a kids pressie. I was
12 at the time, im now 25.....26 on Mon (you hear that, all you regulars -
get your cheque books out)

If you want to spend £10 and find surface items only, got for the kiddie
option from Argos. It bored me to tears. I used to cover mine in a black bin
bag, I might have been 12 but I know when something doesnt do what its
supposed to.

You can get a second hand Bounty Hunter Tracker IV off Ebay quite often. Got
mine from America on my dads credit card (told him after but thats another
story). I wasnt keen on mine, build quality was a bit plasticy and hollow.
Its many iffy signals would make it unsuitable for a kiddie. I got
frustrated, chucked it on a cupboard and used the following.

I got 1980s Cscope off a car boot for a fiver which works fine for young
kids (ask my cousin). If you cant get a 'cheap but branded' out of the
classifieds Id recommend this shop, others on here will vouch for it as
well.

http://www.staffsmetaldetectors.co.uk/secondhand.htm

Look on there at the Viking 6 or CScope CS660. Both cheap low end models but
well respected. Kind of like Ford Fiestas.

Send me an email or post back if I can help further

Lee

"Suz" <bog.off@nowhere.com> wrote in message
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>
> > My daughter has been harping on about a metal detector since her
birthday
> > last November. Can anyone tell me if the £20 kids ones are *any* good
or
> > would I be better biting the bullet and going for say, a Bounty Hunter
> > Tracker IV?
> >
> > Thanks
> > Suzanne
>
> Thanks for the replies. My daughter will be 7. We have 2 more kids who,
in
> the future, might like it as well. Husband seems keen on getting a better
> one - I reckon he fancies a go himself.
>
> As for digging - I don't think so as she is so young - anyway surface
finds
> of junk would be as exciting for her.
>
> Still undecided which model to go for.
>
>

"Lee Davison" <lee.j.davison@NOSPAMbtinternet.com> wrote in message
news:dgv2pf$8fu$1@nwrdmz03.dmz.ncs.ea.ibs-infra.bt.com...
> Definitive answer from someone who was the reciever of a kids pressie. I
> was
> 12 at the time, im now 25.....26 on Mon (you hear that, all you regulars -
> get your cheque books out)
>
> If you want to spend £10 and find surface items only, got for the kiddie
> option from Argos. It bored me to tears. I used to cover mine in a black
> bin
> bag, I might have been 12 but I know when something doesnt do what its
> supposed to.
>
> You can get a second hand Bounty Hunter Tracker IV off Ebay quite often.
> Got
> mine from America on my dads credit card (told him after but thats another
> story). I wasnt keen on mine, build quality was a bit plasticy and hollow.
> Its many iffy signals would make it unsuitable for a kiddie. I got
> frustrated, chucked it on a cupboard and used the following.
>
> I got 1980s Cscope off a car boot for a fiver which works fine for young
> kids (ask my cousin). If you cant get a 'cheap but branded' out of the
> classifieds Id recommend this shop, others on here will vouch for it as
> well.
>
> http://www.staffsmetaldetectors.co.uk/secondhand.htm
>
> Look on there at the Viking 6 or CScope CS660. Both cheap low end models
> but
> well respected. Kind of like Ford Fiestas.
>
> Send me an email or post back if I can help further
>
> Lee
>

Lee, she only 7. Would she be able to cope with the size/weight of these
models?

Thanks
Suzanne

Weight shouldnt be a problem, most metal detectors, (except Minelabs) could
be used by children. Sizewise you can shorten the stem of the machines to
its lowest notch which should make it there or thereabouts. Do a Google on
the names and review the pictures. Especially any with people actually using
them.

"Suz" <bog.off@nowhere.com> wrote in message
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>
> "Lee Davison" <lee.j.davison@NOSPAMbtinternet.com> wrote in message
> news:dgv2pf$8fu$1@nwrdmz03.dmz.ncs.ea.ibs-infra.bt.com...
> > Definitive answer from someone who was the reciever of a kids pressie. I
> > was
> > 12 at the time, im now 25.....26 on Mon (you hear that, all you
regulars -
> > get your cheque books out)
> >
> > If you want to spend £10 and find surface items only, got for the kiddie
> > option from Argos. It bored me to tears. I used to cover mine in a black
> > bin
> > bag, I might have been 12 but I know when something doesnt do what its
> > supposed to.
> >
> > You can get a second hand Bounty Hunter Tracker IV off Ebay quite often.
> > Got
> > mine from America on my dads credit card (told him after but thats
another
> > story). I wasnt keen on mine, build quality was a bit plasticy and
hollow.
> > Its many iffy signals would make it unsuitable for a kiddie. I got
> > frustrated, chucked it on a cupboard and used the following.
> >
> > I got 1980s Cscope off a car boot for a fiver which works fine for young
> > kids (ask my cousin). If you cant get a 'cheap but branded' out of the
> > classifieds Id recommend this shop, others on here will vouch for it as
> > well.
> >
> > http://www.staffsmetaldetectors.co.uk/secondhand.htm
> >
> > Look on there at the Viking 6 or CScope CS660. Both cheap low end models
> > but
> > well respected. Kind of like Ford Fiestas.
> >
> > Send me an email or post back if I can help further
> >
> > Lee
> >
>
> Lee, she only 7. Would she be able to cope with the size/weight of these
> models?
>
> Thanks
> Suzanne
>
>

I would recommend the ace 250 bye garrett....very easy to use and sniffs out
tons of coins...if the price is too much I've heard good things about the
ace 150 as well.
John
"Lee Davison" <lee.j.davison@NOSPAMbtinternet.com> wrote in message
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> Weight shouldnt be a problem, most metal detectors, (except Minelabs)
> could
> be used by children. Sizewise you can shorten the stem of the machines to
> its lowest notch which should make it there or thereabouts. Do a Google on
> the names and review the pictures. Especially any with people actually
> using
> them.
>
> "Suz" <bog.off@nowhere.com> wrote in message
> news:433e941e$0$7417$c3e8da3@news.astraweb.com...
>>
>> "Lee Davison" <lee.j.davison@NOSPAMbtinternet.com> wrote in message
>> news:dgv2pf$8fu$1@nwrdmz03.dmz.ncs.ea.ibs-infra.bt.com...
>> > Definitive answer from someone who was the reciever of a kids pressie.
>> > I
>> > was
>> > 12 at the time, im now 25.....26 on Mon (you hear that, all you
> regulars -
>> > get your cheque books out)
>> >
>> > If you want to spend £10 and find surface items only, got for the
>> > kiddie
>> > option from Argos. It bored me to tears. I used to cover mine in a
>> > black
>> > bin
>> > bag, I might have been 12 but I know when something doesnt do what its
>> > supposed to.
>> >
>> > You can get a second hand Bounty Hunter Tracker IV off Ebay quite
>> > often.
>> > Got
>> > mine from America on my dads credit card (told him after but thats
> another
>> > story). I wasnt keen on mine, build quality was a bit plasticy and
> hollow.
>> > Its many iffy signals would make it unsuitable for a kiddie. I got
>> > frustrated, chucked it on a cupboard and used the following.
>> >
>> > I got 1980s Cscope off a car boot for a fiver which works fine for
>> > young
>> > kids (ask my cousin). If you cant get a 'cheap but branded' out of the
>> > classifieds Id recommend this shop, others on here will vouch for it as
>> > well.
>> >
>> > http://www.staffsmetaldetectors.co.uk/secondhand.htm
>> >
>> > Look on there at the Viking 6 or CScope CS660. Both cheap low end
>> > models
>> > but
>> > well respected. Kind of like Ford Fiestas.
>> >
>> > Send me an email or post back if I can help further
>> >
>> > Lee
>> >
>>
>> Lee, she only 7. Would she be able to cope with the size/weight of these
>> models?
>>
>> Thanks
>> Suzanne
>>
>>
>
>

	#1
Suz	Metal Detector for kid's pressie Hi My daughter has been harping on about a metal detector since her birthday last November. Can anyone tell me if the £20 kids ones are any good or would I be better biting the bullet and going for say, a Bounty Hunter Tracker IV? Thanks Suzanne

	#2
Krusty	Re: Metal Detector for kid's pressie It's a tough one to answer! Although i've never tried one of the 'cheap' detectors I doubt they'll find a great deal other than surface junk and the odd modern coin, i.e. ringpulls and two pences but would be ideal for a younger child who may tire of this hobby quickly. If you fancy having a go yourself then maybe a more suitable 'entry level' detector would be better. The newish Garrett Aces are good, my dad has found Roman and silver in the past week and he's like a big kid with the thing! Perhaps try looking on Ebay for a s/hand machine that could be resold with minimal loss but beware the 'all singing and dancing deep seekers' from overseas!! Good luck!! Andre

	#3
Ed Mars	Re: Metal Detector for kid's pressie Suz wrote: > Hi > > My daughter has been harping on about a metal detector since her birthday > last November. Can anyone tell me if the £20 kids ones are any good or > would I be better biting the bullet and going for say, a Bounty Hunter > Tracker IV? > > Thanks > Suzanne > > You didn't mention your daughter's age and that may have a bearing. The cheap detectors do detect metal and may be a good intro to the hobby for a youngster who probably won't want to do much deep digging anyway. Also, it's not uncommon for a child to try it once and then decide it's not for them. So, a low cost unit softens the financial blow. Ed

	#5
Lee Davison	Re: Metal Detector for kid's pressie Definitive answer from someone who was the reciever of a kids pressie. I was 12 at the time, im now 25.....26 on Mon (you hear that, all you regulars - get your cheque books out) If you want to spend £10 and find surface items only, got for the kiddie option from Argos. It bored me to tears. I used to cover mine in a black bin bag, I might have been 12 but I know when something doesnt do what its supposed to. You can get a second hand Bounty Hunter Tracker IV off Ebay quite often. Got mine from America on my dads credit card (told him after but thats another story). I wasnt keen on mine, build quality was a bit plasticy and hollow. Its many iffy signals would make it unsuitable for a kiddie. I got frustrated, chucked it on a cupboard and used the following. I got 1980s Cscope off a car boot for a fiver which works fine for young kids (ask my cousin). If you cant get a 'cheap but branded' out of the classifieds Id recommend this shop, others on here will vouch for it as well. http://www.staffsmetaldetectors.co.uk/secondhand.htm Look on there at the Viking 6 or CScope CS660. Both cheap low end models but well respected. Kind of like Ford Fiestas. Send me an email or post back if I can help further Lee "Suz" <bog.off@nowhere.com> wrote in message news:433246f2$0$26677$c3e8da3@news.astraweb.com... > > > My daughter has been harping on about a metal detector since her birthday > > last November. Can anyone tell me if the £20 kids ones are any good or > > would I be better biting the bullet and going for say, a Bounty Hunter > > Tracker IV? > > > > Thanks > > Suzanne > > Thanks for the replies. My daughter will be 7. We have 2 more kids who, in > the future, might like it as well. Husband seems keen on getting a better > one - I reckon he fancies a go himself. > > As for digging - I don't think so as she is so young - anyway surface finds > of junk would be as exciting for her. > > Still undecided which model to go for. > >

	#8
John	Re: Metal Detector for kid's pressie I would recommend the ace 250 bye garrett....very easy to use and sniffs out tons of coins...if the price is too much I've heard good things about the ace 150 as well. John "Lee Davison" <lee.j.davison@NOSPAMbtinternet.com> wrote in message news:dhmdpi$ib6$1@nwrdmz02.dmz.ncs.ea.ibs-infra.bt.com... > Weight shouldnt be a problem, most metal detectors, (except Minelabs) > could > be used by children. Sizewise you can shorten the stem of the machines to > its lowest notch which should make it there or thereabouts. Do a Google on > the names and review the pictures. Especially any with people actually > using > them. > > "Suz" <bog.off@nowhere.com> wrote in message > news:433e941e$0$7417$c3e8da3@news.astraweb.com... >> >> "Lee Davison" <lee.j.davison@NOSPAMbtinternet.com> wrote in message >> news:dgv2pf$8fu$1@nwrdmz03.dmz.ncs.ea.ibs-infra.bt.com... >> > Definitive answer from someone who was the reciever of a kids pressie. >> > I >> > was >> > 12 at the time, im now 25.....26 on Mon (you hear that, all you > regulars - >> > get your cheque books out) >> > >> > If you want to spend £10 and find surface items only, got for the >> > kiddie >> > option from Argos. It bored me to tears. I used to cover mine in a >> > black >> > bin >> > bag, I might have been 12 but I know when something doesnt do what its >> > supposed to. >> > >> > You can get a second hand Bounty Hunter Tracker IV off Ebay quite >> > often. >> > Got >> > mine from America on my dads credit card (told him after but thats > another >> > story). I wasnt keen on mine, build quality was a bit plasticy and > hollow. >> > Its many iffy signals would make it unsuitable for a kiddie. I got >> > frustrated, chucked it on a cupboard and used the following. >> > >> > I got 1980s Cscope off a car boot for a fiver which works fine for >> > young >> > kids (ask my cousin). If you cant get a 'cheap but branded' out of the >> > classifieds Id recommend this shop, others on here will vouch for it as >> > well. >> > >> > http://www.staffsmetaldetectors.co.uk/secondhand.htm >> > >> > Look on there at the Viking 6 or CScope CS660. Both cheap low end >> > models >> > but >> > well respected. Kind of like Ford Fiestas. >> > >> > Send me an email or post back if I can help further >> > >> > Lee >> > >> >> Lee, she only 7. Would she be able to cope with the size/weight of these >> models? >> >> Thanks >> Suzanne >> >> > >