The largest metal detecting store in the U.S. is about 20 minutes from me,and its called Kellyco. http://www.kellycodetectors.com/indexmain.php
They have an unbelievable website with great prices on new and used machines.I am(and always have been),partial to Minelab.They have led the industry in new technology for over 10 straight years.But I am also a creature of habit,and it's hard for me to pass up a fisher 1280-x.My experience is with underwater machines,which is not very useful for most members.But the GP series is VERY hard to beat.........unfortunately it is also VERY tough to afford.The newest in the GP line is the GPX-5000,and it retails for $7K with no add-ons.You can get one at Kellyco with a few freebies for $5600.
If you do decide to buy something from them,deal with JW.....and tell him Johnny in Cocoa sent you,he might just give you a deal.........then again he may just charge you more! :mrgreen: