Garrett Ace 250 vs Ace 250 Pro?

[ktreffin]

Hello Everyone,

I hope this is in the correct forum, please excuse me if it is not....

I have a quick question concerning the Garrett Ace 250 that I am hoping someone might help me out with. I saw an online retailer selling the Ace 250 and also an Ace 250 Pro. From the way it looks, it appears that the only difference is that the Ace 250 Pro comes with a second coil. It comes with the standard 6.5 x 9 PROformance coil, and also a 9 x 12 Rhino PROFormance coil. The price difference is between the 250 and the 250 Pro is $85.00.

My question is would it be worth it to spend the extra $85.00 for the Pro and have 2 coils? Also, has anyone had any experience with this coil?

I am brand new to the hobby and I am seriously considering going with the Ace 250, however I am wondering if it would be worth my while to go ahead and splurge on the Pro for the extra coil? I plan on mostly hunting at the beach and local park. Thanks ahead of time for any input anyone can offer.

Ken

[Arkwater]

I my opinion, if you are willing to spend the extra $85 why not just get a better detector? The ace 250 is a good model, but for 300 there are better. But thats just my opinion.

[ktreffin]

Thanks for the reply Arkwater. To tell you the truth, I never really thought about that. Could you suggest some MD that would be in the $300 price range? I guess I had the Ace 250 on the brain, and didn't realize other options exist. Thanks again for the help.

[bigbillinsc]

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[John's Detectors]

Hi Bill, thank you for the comment on Greg and us sponsors. God Bless ya Bill and take care.

John Tomlinson,CET P=VI
John's Detectors
Blackwell,Tx.
Best Little Detector Shop in Texas!

[John's Detectors]

Hi Ken, I would get the small 4.5" coil. Very effective in close to playground equipment and still has good depth. If you are working wide open area's then the 9X12 coil would be good ground coverage and it will help on the depth a little. Ok if you need anything or help purchasing any coils and detectors just PM me. CU later Ken.

John Tomlinson, CET P=VI
John's Detectors
Blackwell,Tx.
Best Little Detector Shop in Texas!

...is a fine machine, but you would be better off with the 4.5" Sniper coil than the bigger one, and the Sniper costs much less. As a sponsoring dealer here on TQ, I would like very much to be able to help you with your purchase.

Originally Posted by ktreffin

Hello Everyone,

I hope this is in the correct forum, please excuse me if it is not....

I have a quick question concerning the Garrett Ace 250 that I am hoping someone might help me out with. I saw an online retailer selling the Ace 250 and also an Ace 250 Pro. From the way it looks, it appears that the only difference is that the Ace 250 Pro comes with a second coil. It comes with the standard 6.5 x 9 PROformance coil, and also a 9 x 12 Rhino PROFormance coil. The price difference is between the 250 and the 250 Pro is $85.00.

My question is would it be worth it to spend the extra $85.00 for the Pro and have 2 coils? Also, has anyone had any experience with this coil?

I am brand new to the hobby and I am seriously considering going with the Ace 250, however I am wondering if it would be worth my while to go ahead and splurge on the Pro for the extra coil? I plan on mostly hunting at the beach and local park. Thanks ahead of time for any input anyone can offer.

Ken