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Pinpointer, don't die on me! Edited: Bonus Poll

Metal detecto

Metal detecto

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So I went to the beach on friday, and my pinpointer was going crazy. I though it was just the black sand, so I tucked it in, and hunted the rest without it. I thought it was a no biggy, but when I got back to land, it was still beeping like crazy. Replaced the battery, did a reset, and still, no. Beep beep beep beep beep even though there was nothing. I think some water went in a fried the poor thing. But I was using a GP pointer, which served me well, but maybe I should upgrade? I'm still trying to recover from my scoop purchase, a Garrett Carrot would send me into jail. Any thoughts?

I can NOT hunt without it, it's like hunting without the Lesche digger. Impossible.
 
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One option, check out the pro-find 15. They're pretty reliable and you can pick them up new on the flea for around $75
 
Clad hunting can be a good way to fund the needed accessories, If you scout out all the sports fields that have a snack shack you'll be amazed at the amount of coins some of them hold.
I get what your saying though, I can't land hunt without my pointer either.
Good luck!
 
Ron 71 said:
Clad hunting can be a good way to fund the needed accessories, If you scout out all the sports fields that have a snack shack you'll be amazed at the amount of coins some of them hold.
I get what your saying though, I can't land hunt without my pointer either.
Good luck!
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You know what I'm talking about... I need to pay my scoop, detector, AND pinpointer with my clad...
 
I'm with Ron, find that clad and save for a new one, that's how I bought all my stuff years ago..
 
Metal detecto said:
So I went to the beach on friday, and my pinpointer was going crazy. I though it was just the black sand, so I tucked it in, and hunted the rest without it. I thought it was a no biggy, but when I got back to land, it was still beeping like crazy. Replaced the battery, did a reset, and still, no. Beep beep beep beep beep even though there was nothing. I think some water went in a fried the poor thing. But I was using a GP pointer, which served me well, but maybe I should upgrade? I'm still trying to recover from my scoop purchase, a Garrett Carrot would send me into jail. Any thoughts?

I can NOT hunt without it, it's like hunting without the Lesche digger. Impossible.
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You don't need a pin pointer at the beach that is what a big scoop is for :yes:
 
diggin4clad said:
You can get a Garrett ProPointer II for less money than the Garrett Carrot.
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this... I used a PP II for years with the speaker taped over with electrical tape... it was in mud, water and where ever... never failed me.. when you hear the siren it's time for a battery change. most of us carry a spare 9v.. I used to tape one under my arm cuff...
 
ScubaDetective said:
A Garrett Carrot is in the box. You are welcome. Remember I said a few small surprises
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Scuba... the phrase it takes a village is small compared to your generosity... I don't know what else to say... not too many go out of their way at their cost for others these days... I am a half broken guy with many talents.. you let me know if there is anything I can ever do for you...
 
What. If you just got me a bride I'll be set for life, scuba. I demand that the dictionary makes a word to describe someone as generous as him. Who's with me?

Scube-genourous-

Adjective. To describe a very kind and generous action (optionally) from a person that scuba dives.

Example: Josh received a very Scube-generous gift from Scuba.


Truly, Very, grateful.
 
Metal detecto said:
What. If you just got me a bride I'll be set for life, scuba. I demand that the dictionary makes a word to describe someone as generous as him. Who's with me?

Scube-genourous-

Adjective. To describe a very kind and generous action (optionally) from a person that scuba dives.

Example: Josh received a very Scube-generous gift from Scuba.


Truly, Very, grateful.
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How about an acronym for S.C.U.B.A. ?

Sincere
Cool
Underwater
Benevolent
Altruist
 
Max houser said:
this... I used a PP II for years with the speaker taped over with electrical tape... it was in mud, water and where ever... never failed me.. when you hear the siren it's time for a battery change. most of us carry a spare 9v.. I used to tape one under my arm cuff...
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That's a good plan...much better than when I just tossed a spare 9v in my jeans pocket...forgetting about the half dozen .22LR rounds still in there from earlier in the day.:no:
 
Metal detecto said:
So I went to the beach on friday, and my pinpointer was going crazy. I though it was just the black sand, so I tucked it in, and hunted the rest without it. I thought it was a no biggy, but when I got back to land, it was still beeping like crazy. Replaced the battery, did a reset, and still, no. Beep beep beep beep beep even though there was nothing. I think some water went in a fried the poor thing. But I was using a GP pointer, which served me well, but maybe I should upgrade? I'm still trying to recover from my scoop purchase, a Garrett Carrot would send me into jail. Any thoughts?

I can NOT hunt without it, it's like hunting without the Lesche digger. Impossible.
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I'm not familiar with the model you're using, but my Nokta has replaceable cover-sleeves. Is it possible a piece or flake of something you dug up got stuck in some little cranny on your pointer and is perpetually making it sing?
 
Metal Pig said:
I'm not familiar with the model you're using, but my Nokta has replaceable cover-sleeves. Is it possible a piece or flake of something you dug up got stuck in some little cranny on your pointer and is perpetually making it sing?
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I'm actually using an off-brand pinpointer, and it can't detect a really tiny piece of metal. Thanks for the suggestion though. It's under warranty, so I just need to hear back from the company.
 
Try putting the pinpointer in a zip-lock bag filled with rice. Oftentimes the rice will draw out all the moisture and the electronic whatever will work again.
 
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