Hello from frosty Cheshire

[jaffa]

Morning everyone,

Matt here from North Cheshire, (South Warrington)

I’m looking to get into detecting as a way of spending some much needed soul time out and about away from the stresses and strains of modern life, I’m also a bit of a history/past geek, love the idea of finding long lost everyday stuff ordinary folks have lost.

Detecting is something I’ve wanted to do for about 25 years so I’ve finally decided to do something about it and not knowing anyone who does it thought this forum may be a good place to start.

I’ve no gear yet, but before I go out and spend some cash on the wrong/inappropriate stuff I’d very much like a few days trying it out to get a feel for if it is actually something for me and if so what do I actually need/whats going to be best for me etc.

I know a number of farmers/landowners with some interesting locations so fully expect to be able to get permissions as and when,

So is there anyone who fancies taking me under their wing for a couple of days, showing me the basics of how to use a detector (I’m assuming its not just a case of point and go) and taking out for a first couple of digs?

Matt

[Timmy 64]

Hi from frosty and sunny Cornwall. Good luck hunting

[sweepstick47]

Hello jaffa and welcome to the hobby and this fine forum There's all you need to know and much more sufficient to get you up and running. Here's a couple of links to point you in the right direction one of which contains the legal operating requirements which you do need to be aware of.
Beginners Guide
Detector Buying Guide

(Delaying getting your 'gear' was an excellent move in my opinion)

In order to get a good overview of the hobby (and the forum) a trawl through the forums in slow time will be very helpful. Good Luck and enjoy your time with us on the MDF Regards ss47

[FUBAR]

Hi and welcome to the forum and the hobby.Good luck and happy hunting matey. Greetings from East Riding.

[Koala]

I am only down the road and have a spare detector

very busy for the next few weeks though

but will have plenty of spare time in the new year

if you want to try out detecting before you buy.

[haggz]

hello and welcome

[jaffa]

Thanks for the replies and messages... looks like I’ve definately made the right decision coming on here..

In terms of machines, a fair bit of research leads me to three options, the Garrett Ace 400i, Garrett AT Pro, or the Equinox 600. Whilst the first seems a really good machine, the second two seem to be more future proof in terms of getting into the hobby a bit more..

Amanybody like to share their thoughts, observations, comments, experiences, suggestions etc?

[sweepstick47]

I'm sure you'll get plenty of suggestions jaffa (remembering of course, that members will be unable to compare the two brands - rules) Good Luck - Regards ss47