Bounty Hunter Pioneer 505
Street Price $280 - Coin, relic
Number of Reviews: 27
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harry retired in florida &new jersey -
I bought this detector at walmart with a 8 in coil and a small 4in for gold? Paid 260 plus tax.
Works fine then I bought a 10 in coil 86.00
In 1 year I found 32 wedding bands, gold bracelets, superman ring, scull ring, shoe boxes of coins including old silver coins, old pocket watch, charms made of platinum but I worked 8 to 10 hrs a day.
I hate digging 5in is it 4 me what I liked is I put it on auto notch and never changed it I don't like the battery changing so I made a pack out of a 9.6 to 8.4 I wanted a minelab excalibur because its water proof but I guess I'll stay were I'm at. I saw a white working and it said it was a nickel that is was a pull tab I seen a fisher and the guy couldn't find the target I guess your only as good as the person useing it.
May 10, 2008
17 Yes
79 No
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
35 Yes
3 No
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
58 Yes
1 No
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
54 Yes
1 No
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
30 Yes
0 No
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
184 Yes
1 No
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
41 Yes
1 No
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
17 Yes
2 No
A Great Buy
Wolf in USA -A great deal and a great detector. Walmart sells them for $280.00 and it comes with 5 year warranty and 8 and 4 inch coils and digger and finder bag. It is lightweight and extremely accurate. For what it has to offer you can't go wrong for the price.
Mar 03, 2006
20 Yes
1 No
All the features that an enthusiastic beginner could want
David in Roswell, GA USA -I purchased my 505 at my local Wal-Mart for $278. It took a while to get used to it, but I ended up finding a gold chain worth more than the detector my first time out. I would highly recommend walking through the demo and watching the video before using the unit.
The price is right and it has all the features that an enthusiastic beginner could want.
So far I am very satisfied. The 4" coil and the no-motion mode are very useful.
Feb 03, 2006
25 Yes
3 No