Newbie here

[Pepe]

Hello

Never done detecting before, but would like to get into it. I collect and restore Roman coins and love history. I have two questions:

1) What sort of metal detector is good for a newbie?

2) I live in Widnes and would like to know if there are any local clubs seeking new members nearby?

That's all for now. Thanks

[jcmaloney]

North West clubs...... http://www.ncmd.co.uk/northwest.htm

Machine depends on budget......... £200 will get you a decent, basic new machine. £400 will get a better second hand....... as with any hobby contrary advice will abound, but if the stuff isn`t in the ground you will never find it !

Welcome aboard.

[Pepe]

Thanks for the reply.

I will check out those clubs. I think I may have a lot to learn.

[Old Git John]

Welcome Pepe. Good advice there from J.C..

Don't allow yourself to become confused by a load of differing opinions on which detector is the best.

Have a look at some of the retail outlets, viewing both new and used machines. Based on what John
has already said, a Garrett Ace 250 will set you back a tad under £200 new, double your outlay, and
you will find a better machine, but, as a starter, I feel the 250 is a great way to go. It is light weight,
easy to set up, and learn your hobby with, very good value for money. I have owned one in the past.

[sic odiggin]

Hi Pepe,
Welcome to UKDN! And the world of metal detecting!
You will get some good advice on here.
I'm in sunny Widnes too.

Graham.

[Pepe]

Welcome Pepe. Good advice there from J.C..

Don't allow yourself to become confused by a load of differing opinions on which detector is the best.

Have a look at some of the retail outlets, viewing both new and used machines. Based on what John
has already said, a Garrett Ace 250 will set you back a tad under £200 new, double your outlay, and
you will find a better machine, but, as a starter, I feel the 250 is a great way to go. It is light weight,
easy to set up, and learn your hobby with, very good value for money. I have owned one in the past.

I have just put a bid on a Garret Euro Ace detector. I'll see how that goes. They seem about the right price range and quality for a rank amateur like me.

Thanks for the advice.

[Pepe]

Hi Pepe,
Welcome to UKDN! And the world of metal detecting!
You will get some good advice on here.
I'm in sunny Widnes too.

Graham.

Well in, Graham. It's nice to know that there are other metal detectorists from God's little green acre here too.

[Pepe]

After reading the advice on here and a little research of my own, I now own a brand new Garret Euro Ace 350. I'm ready to roll!

[Old Git John]

After reading the advice on here and a little research of my own, I now own a brand new Garret Euro Ace 350. I'm ready to roll!

Nice one Pepe, a good detector which will serve you well.

[popsandme]

Welcome aboard pepe

I'm in sunny Widnes too.
Graham.

Well in, Graham. It's nice to know that there are other metal detectorists from God's little green acre here too.

you poor misguided fools......everybody knows gods green and pleasant land is yorkshire

[sic odiggin]

Cheers Pops! Someone's got to live here mate

[tinnersdad]

Welcome Pepe. This is a very good forum. I expect you are well aware but just in case you must have permission to detect on land
unless you have acres of your own? Written permission is usually advisable. T.D.

[Pepe]

Welcome aboard pepe

I'm in sunny Widnes too.
Graham.

Well in, Graham. It's nice to know that there are other metal detectorists from God's little green acre here too.

you poor misguided fools......everybody knows gods green and pleasant land is yorkshire

Aye, it is a lovely place is Yorkshire. Unfortunately, it's bandit country for us on this side 0' t'hills

[Pepe]

Welcome Pepe. This is a very good forum. I expect you are well aware but just in case you must have permission to detect on land
unless you have acres of your own? Written permission is usually advisable. T.D.

Correct!

I hereby promise never to be a rogue.