Bounty Hunter Time Ranger

A very versatile metal detector !

Paperone in Europe -
Owning two other BH units, I was very pleased to notice an ad for a 2nd hand, almost unused, Time Ranger, as these units are thin on the ground here in Europe. I am the kind of hunter that uses both (and equally) motion and no motion circuitry, plus I never used a "real" prospecting mode, so no suspense here, I bought it !

I hunt mainly for modern coinage/jewelry on beaches, and, considering some humble experience with various brands/models over the years, I was luckily able to use the very full capacities of this unit after only a few hours of use.

So far, it seems that when the unit starts up at "average" settings, it is, using the same search coils, more powerful than my two other BH models. It also IDs much better, the three digit number is clearly an advantage here.

There are, to me, no drawbacks to this detector. I always buy detectors that suit my needs, be they as humble as a Tesoro Compadre or BH Lone star, this one not only does the job very well, (6/8 cm on a 18K thin gold chain in prospecting mode with the 4" coil and a good ability to signal coins and other valuables with a correct ID process), but its versatility, that is the possibility of engaging different treasure hunting tasks with this same unit, deserves the 5 stars I rated it, and makes it, just as many finds it already did, a "keeper".

My "general experience" with 3 BH units is that they will find treasure as well, and sometimes better than any other detector.

HH

May 12, 2011

16 Yes
3 No

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Diferent

Sam in Canada -
I used this metal detector for one year. My advice is do not trust this unit ID system. 10K gold objects can not be detected with discrimination on. Silver Morgan dollar (90% siver) was ID as iron. So the best choice is to use all metal program (P4) and dig everything.
The owner of this machine do not need fitness club membership only a good shovel.

Nov 21, 2010

17 Yes
10 No

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Long Term Review

Mark Meador in Shepherd, Tx. -
I submitted a review on my Time Ranger in 2008. I haven't changed my mind, it is still my favorite detector. No breakdowns no problems. If it was water proof it would be perfect. I wish Bounty Hunter would make an all weather version of the Time Ranger. I know the Time Ranger is an old detector and there are a lot of new models out there but I haven't found a better one for the money. I have a Tesoro DeLeon which is a great detector but it was almost twice the price. Keep it up Bounty Hunter.

Mar 29, 2010

9 Yes
2 No

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Time ranger

canadian in Canada -
I paid $300 for this machine and I think it is good for this price. Here is some info for free air detection: 1cent-4", 25cents-8", fridge-36" in all metal self tuning. Good for weekender hobbyist.

Jan 31, 2010

5 Yes
7 No

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Piece of Junk

Brian Jarvi in Negaunee, MI USA -
This metal detector has been as they say in the Military a "Hanger Queen". I have had it replaced once, a new mother board on the replacement, the new mother board model sent back for various problems, one of which was no ground balance. I just got it back from First Texas about a week ago and guess what? NO GROUND BALANCE AGAIN. All I know is I want my money back for a different metal detector.

Jun 28, 2009

11 Yes
21 No

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Customer Service/Excellent User Friendly/Excellent

Nitro-Nicky in Grayton, North California -
I almost listed this unit as a 4-star, as it's definitely better than just a '3'; Maybe more of a 3.7 Star Rating.

This is my 2nd Bounty Hunter machine and although I cringed at spending $600+ for it, I soon paid for it in findings. I've had my two Bounty Hunter's for almost 10 years now. Periodically, due to hard use, I've needed to send them in for repairs & upgrades. The company has always given me back more than expected without any fuss.

I needed a light weight machine due to a back injury. This is so easy to use that I can hand it to a friend and within a couple minutes they're on the move and digging (unlike my heavy, complicated MineLab).

I have no problem with finding coins at a realistic 5-6 inch depth and must agree that it's not at its best on the more mineralized beach sand. I wouldn't recommend going with to much less of a detecting power than the Time & Land unit's; you'll be only finding the top layer of coins and miss a lot of the good stuff. I know; I've tried em.

I'm taking my time ranger a land ranger and my explorer II to Mexico next week and have even brought my Time Ranger to Puerto Rico beaches with success. This is the first hobby I've found that actually pays for itself!

Sep 19, 2008

21 Yes
3 No

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Best Factory Support Ever.

Mark Meador in Shepherd, Texas -
I have had this detector for over 6 years. I also have experience with other detector manufacturers. After about 6 years old faithful finally started acting up. I shipped the unit and the coil back to First Texas Products and had an answer back in 5 days. The estimate was $55. I OKed the repair and I had it back in another 5 days, beside replacing a board my detector came back with a new front plate. It looks like it is brand new. How can you beat that? I don't know if they updated the electronics in my machine but it is working better than it ever has. The Time Ranger is the best all around machine I have ever owned. Bounty Hunter stands behind their products, they deserve our business. Don't let anyone tell you they are inferior products, just show the other guys the items they missed with their $2000 detectors.

May 05, 2008

43 Yes
5 No

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Its as good or better than a 800$ unit

Doug Phair in Montreal Qc. Canada -
I have used 5 different Units and found the Time Ranger the very best. My friend has a unit that he payed over $800 for. And I walked behind him and picked up a silver Pocket watch chain with a 1853 coin attached to it. the best part of owning the Time Ranger. Its easy to use. And it payed for its self in 7 mts.

Mar 16, 2008

17 Yes
3 No

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relic buster

Alex P. in Confederate Capital -
Word for the wise, you only need to repeat it once, found relics the top names left behind.

Apr 13, 2006

74 Yes
8 No

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Made a believer out of me!!!!!!!!

relichunter in va -
Tried the detector in hunted out areas and came out with nice relics that other machines left behind. The Time Ranger has good depth on small objects that impressed me, I had assumed that Bounty Hunter was a cheap Wal-Mart brand. This machine kicks butt.

Apr 11, 2006

32 Yes
5 No

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