Deus II, Equinox and Excalibur Discussion

[@clarkfox7961]

Ive used all these detectors and ive been detecting for over 35 years money isn't a issue to me i use the deus 2 , And i can tell you hands down the deus 2 is the best all round detector on the market ive also used the new minelab manticore and the deus is still the best , if something comes along and its better ill be swinging it but as of today the deus 2 is the best in my opinion.

[@Gigmaster]

Definitely the lightest and it is a great machine I had 2 of them. I hunt mostly in the water and the transfer wire, pod holder and having to charge the coil was a deal breaker for me.

[@mikedavis2566]

Thanks for the break down. If I get in the water I use the Excalibur 2 and wading with the nox but not under water. Had flood issue also. But sent it in and they send you a new head within days and its back read to go.

[@Fourme2see]

Great tips! I think I didn’t go wrong two months ago when I purchased the Equinox 800. I’m really just beginning to utilize all of it features. Thanks to you Steve, as I use your beach set up. Thanks always.

[@markroche6959]

Nice summary… I own an Excal, CTX and a couple of Nox’s can’t seem to see the value of purchasing a Deus 2… I guess I will always minelab guy. I keep my nox out of the water… lol 😂

[@mikebeaver2279]

Forgot the coil tab breakage on the EQ. :)

[@shaunwebb6406]

800 if you can only have 1 for all locations! Thanks Shaun in Wimauma Florida

[@cabochris100]

I've found thousands of gold/platinum rings, chains, charms, medallions with Excaliburs, shallow saltwater hunting. Always looking for a better mousetrap, I've tried most every water machine available. Everytime I went right back to my Excals, which simply out-hunted every machine I tried. The Garrett Infinium came close. Not the CTX 3030. The Equinox? Not even close! Plus multiple Equinox flooded on me during trips. Now keep in mind, this is my style of hunting on treasure hunting vacations. In heavy black sand, the Excalibur meets its match and where the Infinium shines. Like I said, I try them all and now have a Deus 2 and Ledgend to test. Both like the 3030, are more advanced than Excalibur. But will they out-hunt Excal in shallow saltwater? I really like the D2, but suspect the more simple Ledgend might do well in the sea. One reason the Excal does so well, is it's simplicity in rough water. I'm wondering if the highly complex Deus can be used effectively underwater? We shall see. But for now and for me, the Excalibur is still the Gold King! It's a sound machine and I've suggested to Minelab several times to repackage the Excalibur, with all the electronics in a new version, DetectorPro headphones. Or as a new folding machine for travel. I'd get rid of pinpoint. No Screen! I'd do a hardwired 9 inch DD coil and make sure the machine is balanced and water dynamic.... Neutral buoyancy and easy to swing underwater. I'd buy 2! Let's talk about depth and sensitivity. Obviously the Excalibur goes deep enough to find gold in the sea. Sometimes depth is important. But on limited treasure hunting vacations, I'm happy to scoop gold within the depth range of my Excalibur. The Equinox is more sensitive to small targets. But I sure wasted lots of time digging small trash items, unlike my scooping more large gold with Excalibur in same time. My concern is the Deus will hit those tiny trash targets too? I did get the Deus with 9 inch coil and sure hope it becomes my new Champ. Same for the Ledgend. All that matters to me, is will these new machines find more than Excalibur in the same hunting time? I suspect no. Lastly, I don't mind the External transmit wire on the Deus. Who cares what it looks like if the Deus finds the goods?

[@IgorTravelsTheWorld]

just curious if a year later, you would reccomend the deus 2 or excalibur 2 to a complete newbie who hunts mostly in water at depths of 0-2 meters using a vibra tector 740. I want to upgrade to a better machine. I also plan to do detecting on ground. thanks for any advice

[@Whitebeard1715]

What about the fisher cz21 for fresh and salt water beaches and even coin shooting?

[@dragoschisu7793]

Hello!!Very good videos,thank you!I use de Excalibur and strictly hunt underwater.It's time for a new machine for me.I'd replace the Excalibur with the Deus ,but manny times the sea is rough,poor visibility and it's rock bottom,and the machine is slamming in the rocks.Is any display machine resistant enough for these conditions?Or should i just buy a new Excal?Thank you!

[@MikeMcInroe]

It will be good to hear your advice for settings in the rough surf with the D2! I hear Diving mode is the best but you give up depth. I am new to the D2 but wanting to learn and not be missing the good deep targets in the waves in the surf. So far the Beach modes are very noisy in the surf and drive me nutzy! Love your videos Gig. Mike in sunny Florida

[@piratelestrange]

Equinox all the way!

[@chetgibson267]

Floods if you submerge. Had 2 both times submerged first time, both died. Minelab replaced no questions asked. But I'd never submerge it again. 90% of my beach hunting is in the water..

[@franklinboet558]

I have a Sovereign XS2 Pro that I want to "upgrade", but it works so good on dry and wet sand. How do the Nox, Legend and D2 compare to the good Ole Sovereign on the beach?

[@jaimechapa7828]

I,ve used the Excalibur 2 since it came out, have found over 300 gold rings with it and over20 gold chains with it, can't go wrong with it

[@Thebald1]

It's crazy how they advertise the Equinox as being waterproof..

[@chetgibson267]

Never forget fist time I submerged mine in day 1 of a Florida metal detecting vacation, it died. I was so devastated, but thank God I had my sea hunter

[@williamleverett4835]

Thanks for discussing these detectors.

[@susansmith6680]

Thanks for your opinions of the machines.

[@vancenarron9952]

Keep giving great info on deus2 units I would like to see your beach settings for deus as you showed for equinox which I use as I go 4 times average a month all year, your education on products are point on info as everything has happened to my nox's your unbiased truth and personality keeps me a subscriber thanks for your knowledge.

[@marcshea8921]

I really don't like that antenna wire on the Deus II, and I'm in the water most of the time. The shaft is a bit wobbly to, I will probably switch to an Anderson shaft with doodad guy's control box clip. His charger clip was definitely better, thanks for pointing me at that Gig! 🤿⛏️🪙🏖️

[@jomon723]

After 40 years of swinging, I love my CZ-21 and the old water Fisher Pulse. You remember those? Thousands of dollars found, I kept track, but I am in Okinawa Japan. :))but it has to be snorkeling or diving, so heavy even with my chest harness. I'm getting a Manticore, Hope it don't leak Gigmaster

[@Gigmaster]

I got reports of 2 leaking!

[@jomon723]

Oh No...we will see this summer, May have to put the Deus in the water, I have it too@@Gigmaster

[@Photo-Voyager]

Great video Steve! I've been hunting with the Excalibur since 1996 and it's still my go-to detector for water hunting. I like how it doesn't slow me down by sounding off on every little piece of foil. My out of warranty Equinox just recently flooded and I had to pay $429 for a replacement pod with a 3-year warranty. I'm going to use it very sparingly in the water while it's under warranty and after that, I'll consider it rain and splash-proof only.

[@Gigmaster]

Excalibur is a great machine and you are right about the small stuff. For just rings it is an awesome machine.

[@WILE-E-DETECTING]

Lots of great info thanks gig👍👍👍

[@welshrelics2983]

Don’t ever apologise for putting videos up we want more 👍🤩

[@baneverything5580]

I have the cheap Vanquish 340 but WHAT A DEAL on Minelab technology!

[@southernrelicadventures]

But Gig when you replace the shaft, the cuff, you are well over a 1000, plus nose heavy. Good machine but price range with replacements is about the same.

[@delcodetecting]

Great break down 👍

[@martyv23]

Dive mode I'm hearing some good stuff Derek said he's using that found Seven Rings yesterday

[@buscandotesorosentodoterre2212]

Nice video buddy ,thanks for share..

[@DetectDigSmile]

I am loving my Deus 2, just so good on the beach, I am impressed, thanks for sharing

[@CZDigger]

Nice vid Steve. Have only owned a Whites TDI BH, NOX 8 & 600, XPD1 and now the 2. Once the XPD2 arrived, sold all the others. Never had any issues with NOX’s. Took them underwater a bunch too. Like keeping one brand around as the amount of time it takes to learn each. If I do pick up another machine, hopefully it’s an American one. Would like to support ‘em, but seems they are stuck in repackaging the same old tech.

[@ForGodandKeiki]

Awesome Gigmaster, mahalo for this video. If you and the Mrs ever make it to Kaua’i know you have a table here for dinner and a copilot seat for a detecting adventure 🤙🏽🤙🏽 I’d say if the D2 can remain waterproof and not leak for a couple of years of use, that will be I game changer for us under water detectorist .

[@Gigmaster]

Thanks for the invite!

[@HighToneRanger]

Good stuff Gig

[@jerrytalley802]

Hey Gigmaster, anyone using the Nokta/Legend? Built like a tank, reasonable, so really should replace the Nox?

[@Gigmaster]

Have not tried it. Sounds good?

[@jimmymalone3494]

Great job Gig I enjoyed your video and good Luck to you.

[@DIG_5050]

Good video, Gig. Lots of good points for an upgrader. I moved from the Apex to a D2-9”. I’m almost 69 and like the light weight of both the Apex and the D2. The wireless Headphones on both are also a plus. The D2 has the advantage in separation capability, adjustability, sensitivity, and sleek lines with no cable from the coil to the RC unless diving. If traveling, the D2 might collapse and fit into a smaller package. My son likes his D2-11” enough he wants me to sell his 10mo. old ‘Nox 800. Go figure….

[@glennroberts5466]

Please test the Legend would like to get your opinion

[@williampaxton871]

Steve, really nice approach to explaining the different machines to folks. Bill

[@Gigmaster]

How is the movie coming!

[@williampaxton871]

Really well. Just got my director of photography and camera locked in. Hoping to shoot this fall.

[@ronalddvorak1967]

Wouldn't buy the XP Deus, way over priced, and not any better than the Equinox or the Excalibur.

[@vancenarron9952]

as long as your warranty is still good nox"s are great but not in water every 11 months count on water in unit they will send you another , they are high I don"t want to switch but I have to go to deus for only water proofing , I only go 1 foot deep too .

[@markc4921]

what underwater headphones that comes with the equinox are you talking ( 4.25 time) about? Thanks because I'm looking for a pair. I've also heard that it's more of the equinox 800 flooding than the 600 have you heard that? Is that true? Thanks. Enjoyed the video.

[@Gigmaster]

Have not heard that

[@peterbicker8389]

I am hearing great things about the Nokta Makro Legend I am hearing its a lot like the equinox but has much better build quality

[@Gigmaster]

I need to test one!

[@adrandavies170]

great review on those detectors, what about the Legend ?

[@Gigmaster]

Heard good things!

[@davidgonzales8148]

What’s your take on the Garrett apex with it being multi freq with its sand mode

[@Gigmaster]

Ever used one but Garrett’s usually have issues with salt water.

[@mag-fed-paintballgermany2194]

I got all 3 types. Best maschines. Dont want miss one.

[@TeamLynchBMD]

Thanks Gigmaster, I have been waiting for this video. I was thinking a Deus2 or even a legend, but I have three Nox’s and love them. I may very well stay with my Nox’s and get a Excalibur for the water

[@peterbicker8389]

go with the Legend!

[@vancenarron9952]

I AM TOTALLY with you i had to buy 2 nox 800"s to keep at least 1 in my hand and send 2 to Pennsylvania for water inside unit every 11 month on average, only going 1 foot or so wading need deus for water use reluctantly , they not cheep plus 2 nox 800"s for dry land only .

[@peterbicker8389]

@@vancenarron9952 wow that is really is bad that they are flooding out that often and not even in that deep of water. Really makes me want to buy a Nokta Maktro Legend instead since they have much better build quality

[@vancenarron9952]

@@peterbicker8389 I know nothing about nokta but I go metal detecting on beaches on average 4 to 6 times up and down east coast A MONTH, NOX 800 did as gig says coil ears can break, shaft heavy and not good , arm cuff broke plus lower cuff stand plastic broke, water in unit twice , i love performance but pay 25 dollars TO SHIP BACK every 10 or 11 months use that i cannot afford to be left with non warranty equipment to collect dust wish nox just would not leak . Good luck with yours , you must keep it dry or it will DIE, SORRY.

[@ianyams]

Thanks Steve 👍🇬🇧

[@genegilstrap612]

Gigmaster, the DetectEd shafts are the bomb. I am however worried about the lower shaft on the Deus 2. when in the water it bends a bit so have to lean on the side of caution not to possibly break it. Have heard of one breaking but not sure the circumstances. We really need a carbon lower shaft for the Deus 2. Having two machines of the same type or different sounds crazy even for weekend searchers but to head out and have an issue and not having a backup really sucks and to be honest I like to switch them up when out, adds more fun or frustration - have not figured that one out yet.

[@Gigmaster]

Testing a carbon fiber lower shaft (simplex lower shaft)

[@genegilstrap612]

@@Gigmaster nice, I look forward to seeing it.

[@Findingwithfrequency]

Good video Steve well explained for the people 👍🦀

[@ggsocal4511]

Hey Steve, Interesting Video ! Deus 2 Has Been out for how long, Two Years ? The Nox maybe Five 1/2 Years ? Are either Warranty for leakage ? GL&HH

[@Gigmaster]

Minelab is excellent on it’s warranty! Have not tested the Deus yet.

[@owenkitto27]

I have the manticore and I want a water machine only uk guy I have just ordered the Excalibur 2

[@cballantyne1534]

I’ve the Nox and Excal , both machines work great. But for me the Nox sounds are irritating, especially after hours on the beach. The Excal purrs and I enjoy that more.

[@Gigmaster]

Both good machines!

[@LongIslandsHardcoreDetectorist]

Nox

[@tomprentice6935]

⚔️💪😎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿(stroke)

[@lenaldoquintal4772]

I saw a video of you commenting on excalibu, equinox and Deus 2 so I made the comment below, if you want I can send you the video of Deus 2 alagado?

[@rockhunter6260]

👍🏻

[@lenaldoquintal4772]

good morning , my name is Lenaldo , I am a detectorist from Brazil , I have 2 god 2 , and unfortunately here in Brazil there is already 1 case of god 2 flooding , uncrossable I have a video , I am very worried because as I said I have 2 , and here they are are leaving for 14,000 nil reais.

[@MrDoccus]

Deus translates to God.

[@0777cnut]

You've clearly not grassped just how good the Deus II is , it thrashes any other beach machine on the market , both in build quality , performance, and reliability!!!! That's just a #Fact

[@jenniervelazquezdelpino3017]

talking about beach hunting without mentioning CTX is a waste of video

[@jerrytalley802]

CTX is awesome, but a boat anchor in the water, ugh!

[@jenniervelazquezdelpino3017]

@@jerrytalley802 best beach machine. Switch and go and the gold is worth the pain