Bounty Hunter Pioneer 505
Street Price $280 - Coin, relic
Number of Reviews: 16
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Bounty Hunter Pioneer 505
Definetly a great beginner detector.
Scot Morrow in Vancouver, WA. -
I got mine off ebay for about 200 brand new. Very easy to learn with the help of the dvd or manual. This is my first detector and have to say I'm quite impressed. Everyday I've been out I bring stuff home. Mostly coins, this machine loves coins. I've also found a silver ring and a gold ring. The two oldest coins are only wheaties but I spend a lot of time in school yards or parks. The only drawback is it does have a lot of erratic beeping at times but I've learn to read between the lines since I've used it. If I happen to get around sand I don't even bother with the disc mode. I just go all metal and that seems to take care of the erratic beeps. I plan on investing into something of higher quality later but I wanted to learn how to walk before I tried running. This really is a great starter machine.
Apr 28, 2008
0 people found this review helpful.
A really solid detector-great bang for buck
Jim in NY -I'm a veteran detector 20yrs+, although the number of machines I've owned is limited. I've only previously had mid-range Whites units. When my last one started to become erratic I was looking for a replacement but had limited budget. I came here to read the reviews and decided to try this model out. Bought it on ebay for around 150, and right away I liked the simplicity, and lightweight. Worked my yard to get used to the signals for a few days, and gradually got used to it. I was finding lots of clad, occasionaly though I ran into areas where the machine seemed unstable. I know one of these was due to a microwave tower, and I believe the other time might have been underground cables. Other than those instances the unit was solid, not really a huge wow factor but definitely a good machine. Recently though I found a really good old field with very little trash and I discovered that the machine does have some really good power to find deep objects, I pulled a sitting liberty dime from around 7" and a Indian head penny from around 8". I pinpoint using the all metal mode and I love the way you can switch modes so quickly. Give it some time(like any machine) and this will become a staple in your metal detecting tool box. I'd recommend without hesitation. Reason for 4 is my limited experience with a lot of differnt models, ie a 5 may still be out there.
Oct 14, 2007
13 people found this review helpful.
Pioneer 505 great deal!
treasure_hunter_216 in Pittsburgh -My first detector,this was easy to use and I found alot of things with it. Among my finds,silver coins,an Indian Head nickel,Merc dime,14 kt gold ring,14 kt gold chain,.999silver cross,1929 high school gold pin,$150 in coins,numerous non valuable rings and jewelry,all in all a fun detector. First thing to do is read and re read the instructions. Study them,watch the video and study again. Makes it easier when you go out in the field. read Lost Treasure and Eastern/Western Treasures too for tips!
Apr 25, 2007
28 people found this review helpful.
excellent first detector
John in N. California -I wanted a detector for many years and the wife got me one for my Birthday. Yesterday my nephew and I found a quick 60 cents (two silver quarters and a dime) in an old park playground.
I like it very much and the instructions are fair, the online vide helped to tweak it in and I expect great times ahead. Terrific price for the package which came with a smaller coil also!
Nov 23, 2006
16 people found this review helpful.
Need the free video? I can help!
Eddie B. in Minnetonka, Minnesota -I bought my Pioneer 505 from ebay. Great deals there, just buy from a reputable dealer with good ratings 99% or higher. I am very impressed with this detector and it is not my first or my only. I own 3 detectors from Bounty Hunter and they are all very, very good machines for the price. Through the years have found every thing you could imagine. Don?t let anyone fool you, these are great detectors and well worth the price!!! Just take the time to learn how to use them. If you need the free video that came with the Pioneer 505 detector or just would like to see it you can download it or just watch it at this link.
http://treasure.mindstrain.com/video_505.html
Nov 14, 2006
153 people found this review helpful.
Great Machine for the money
Paul Linnell in Eastern Montana -I purchased the 505 from Wal-Mart for $200 on the close-out rack. It has the optional 4" coil, video, digging tool, etc. Reg. price was $ 278.
I spent considerable time "learning" how to use the machine and the time spent "learning" was well worth the effort. Learning how to use the "notch", discriminator, and various modes makes this detector very effective. The more I learn, the more I enjoy the unit.
If you can find one at "close-out" price, I'd strongly recommend you "grab-it".
Aug 22, 2006
30 people found this review helpful.
bought two
garry wilks in Balfour BC. -I bought one for the wife for xmas..we've wanted detectors for ever and walmart had the prices...so impressed the wife bought me one to...Unless you set the discrimate properly you lock on to everything...Even found a magazine staple at 6in. With the 2 heads and all the other stuff at 279.00 you can't beat it..
Apr 01, 2006
14 people found this review helpful.