$50 Metal Detecting: Bounty Hunter Junior VS National Geographic Junior

[@xn--g5h6690ovb]

My niece has been wanting a metal detector and my mom jumped the gun and ordered a "cute & pink" cheapo junk from Amazon that broke during assembly. Returned it and just ordered her the Bounty Hunter Junior because of your video. Thank you so much dude!

[@dannywilliams3516]

That was amazing Hunter a little $45 metal detector passing the nail Board Test I've seen $500 detectors they can't pass all four of those tests I am impressed with that little Bounty Hunter. I might get one of those just to carry around in my pickup. Hope you and your family are doing well Hunter take care and be safe in these crazy times.

[@thehuntergt]

Doing well Danny...right back at you my friend. It is amazing how good it can do in iron. Great for under the floors or cellars where you have to crawl in.

[@blakeb9792]

So glad you made this video. I was just getting ready to buy my son the NatGeo for Christmas. Going with the BH Jr. now. Thanks!

[@thehuntergt]

My pleasure...best of luck out there!

[@calalily009]

Me too!!

[@offimoo9995]

How is it holding up?

[@blakeb9792]

It’s holding up really well. He likes it and we haven’t had any problems

[@offimoo9995]

@@blakeb9792 what kind of things have y’all found?

[@Mark-TBH]

I noticed that the Nat Geo machine looked completely different than the one I have. The one I had was modeled off of the Minelab Pro-find 44. Who makes the Nat Geo noe John?

[@thehuntergt]

Minelab makes the $145 version...it is the "advanced" model. For sure a Go Find. China makes this cheaper one...distributor is in Oregon.

[@ArmadilloGaming200]

I have been trying to figure out a good cellar/crawlspace detector for days now. Once the weather cools off more I am going to try detecting some crawlspaces with my Nox with the 6-inch coil. I'm thinking I just take the control box/handle off the shaft and just swing the lower shaft in the crawl space. But it that doesn't work out I'm gonna get a BHJ just for that specific use.

[@thehuntergt]

Not a bad idea with the Nox. It will likely do the job in that config. If not...this is under $50...hard to beat.

[@KernowekTim]

Hi John, I hope that you and yours are all good and happy.... Dear little detectors for the dollar..... Big Stocking- fillers? For me, I'm looking forward to you doing the 'un-boxings' and reviews of the Nokta/Makro 'Mini/Midi 'Hoard Finders', as and when. Take care man. ATVB.

[@thehuntergt]

A great idea the stocking stuffer. As soon as NoktaMakro release I will likely have one. Stay tuned my friend.

[@Londonbridge978]

Thanks for the video! I was going to order the national grid one until I saw this video!

[@thehuntergt]

Glad I could help!

[@icfinder5328]

Wondering when the Nokta Makro Mini Hoard will be available.

[@thehuntergt]

Coming soon

[@IIIOOOUS]

Should I buy NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Metal detector with metal type detection and depth indicator or Bounty Hunter Junior. Is is only 20 Euro price diffrence.

[@zincolnminer6671]

Judging by the NG detector's response to same size lower vs higher conductors (favoring the higher) it's probaly around 6 Khz, or lower.

[@ouradventures3794]

Really appreciate you making this video!!

[@thehuntergt]

I really appreciate you watching!

[@JasonMartinRF]

The lost mind! Fun comparison there @TheHunterGT! Keep them coming! This really makes me feel fortunate that I struck the deal I did when I started into the hobby. Although... For a detector that goes from 8 to 20 inches.... I need one of those National Geographic Juniors!

[@thehuntergt]

Yeah that is a pretty bold claim for a detector that only goes 5 inches lol. Not sure why they allowed that manual to print honestly. Thanks for watching brother.

[@Officialwhoze]

Son went out to the beach with his NatGeo Detector kit, within 5 minutes he found some plastic glasses with steel hinges and some iron/steel bolts

[@DiggingIowawithCoinboy]

Great review hunter! My friend used one of those bounty hunters for a while and loved it.

[@thehuntergt]

Thanks man! Fun little detector.

[@ohiofarmhunter3301]

Now please explain to me why the 45 dollar one can get 8of8 but a hundreds of dollars one can not?🙇

[@thehuntergt]

It boggles the mind lol.

[@zincolnminer6671]

Small coil.

[@SarahLongenecker]

Great side by side! What do you think is the best for an 8-10 year old to use in a wet, puddled canal and/or beach area. Either of these or have you found something better? Do you know if the HunterJr is waterproof? I can't seem to find a definitive answer. Thanks so much!

[@zincolnminer6671]

No it is not waterproof. Many detectors have a waterproof coil, but the BH Jr's coil is water resistant only (do not dunk).

[@nickhaas2407]

I am impressed with that BH Junior for $50, wow!

[@thehuntergt]

It's bonkers in that nail test. Best cellar crawl space machine there is in my opinion.

[@victorconover2273]

I was leaning towards the Bounty Hunter Junior T.I.D for my 8 & 9 year old kids but after seeing this I'm now torn between the Bounty Hunter Junior and the T.I.D. Is there one you prefer?

[@thehuntergt]

I would likely get the TID since it at least tells them what the low - mid - high conductors are with the emojis. It also runs off of 2X AA instead of 2X 9V.

[@christianf1157]

Which do you prefer, bhj or bhj tid?

[@thehuntergt]

For a kid in normal spots? The TID is good. For myself as an adult, the normal older Jr, is great for a tight cellar job.

[@wooonder5878]

I've wanted a metal detector for a bit and I was planning on getting a cheap one from Christmas money thanks for showing me witch one is better : D

[@thehuntergt]

Thanks for watching.

[@PAPAROUSwhatsinthedirt]

Great review the bounty hunter jr would be great to take in a backpack. Small light weight did awesome in the tests!

[@thehuntergt]

Crazy how good it is in iron with that concentric coil. Not a bad cellar crawler...that is for sure. Thanks for watching Papa!

[@justsomedude1488]

My national geo just continuously beeps and flashes, I've messed with the sensitivity, but just carried on..

[@thehuntergt]

Sorry to hear that. I will assume warranty shipping will cost near the detector itself.

[@justsomedude1488]

@@thehuntergt does that mean it's broke

[@thehuntergt]

@@justsomedude1488 I will assume so yes.

[@justsomedude1488]

@@thehuntergt damm, was fresh out the box... ok thanks for the reply

[@CraftyTurtle82]

I bought the Nat Geo pro version for $100 more. Hasn't arrived yet but I'm anxious to get it and seeing how great this is I know I won't be disappointed. Have you tried the pro?

[@thehuntergt]

I have not tried the Pro version...but suspect it is a fair bit better than this being based off the Minelab Go-Find series.

[@noahdaman6464]

I am a 9yr old looking for something to do on the beach, would you recommend this to me?

[@thehuntergt]

Yes for sure. I bet you find your first gold ring in a month.

[@LuckyChoo]

This Video was very well done. Great Testing. Thanks :)

[@paulmccormick3282]

Would this be suitable for a 11 year old?

[@thehuntergt]

Yes for sure.

[@jamieheim8009]

I'm seriously impressed with the BHJ. Now do the BHJ vs the Tracker IV.

[@thehuntergt]

They would not like a VS between their own products. I could do it...but wouldn't be nice of me. .

[@zookster4701]

I didn't say that their detector would go to 20" . They said that typically hobbyist detectors did.

[@thehuntergt]

Fair enough. They are still wrong. Junior...hobbyist...professional...it doesn't matter how you label your detector. There is nothing typical about hitting 20 inches...yet alone 12...13...14...15...etc.

[@bassingwithawesomejohnson3202]

Awesome job on the review! I've noticed Bounty Hunter products are all very capable machines no matter how inexpensive they are! I've noticed this isn't the case with alot of other manufacturers. You could spend alot more and get alot less is what I'm saying. Quality vs cost, Bounty Hunter takes the 🎂 in my opinion. But im no expert 😂. Ive heard the BH Jr will even hit small pieces of meteorites, something very expensive units can't even do!! BONKERS!!

[@thehuntergt]

You are not wrong. This BH Jr can indeed hit small stony meteorites that expensive ones miss. Those rocks can be more expensive than gold. Can't be beat for $50.

[@bassingwithawesomejohnson3202]

@@thehuntergt I have to say on a side note, one of the things that originally made me stop and check out your channel was the fact that you are not stuck up when it comes to detectors, you use and review detectors that cost from $50 to $5000 and give honest advice and opinions no matter what the machine costs. It means alot to folks who maybe using a lower cost machine because they can't afford one of the "Flagship brands" have someone like yourself showing them they can still find awesome coins and relics and not spend a ton of money in the process. Not many channels are doing that, so for that I say Thank You my friend 😎👍. I'm sure many other folks who tune into your channel feel the same way. Sorry for the rant!!😎

[@hiimroyce294]

he made me really cancel my order and order the bounty hunter

[@andreiandrei1129]

Very good review, you explained all very clearly! 👍

[@thehuntergt]

Thank you!

[@elite.009]

Do you need batteries for it? I saw that it's Waterproof. I'll have one Tomorrow! So does it need batteries?

[@thehuntergt]

Yes you need batteries...no it is not waterproof.

[@thegallowsdetectorists666]

Hi there my friend , nice review and as expected the Bounty Hunter came out best for me as regards the National Geographic i would throw it in the bin along with the pretentious instruction manuel lol , take care mate ATB Rob .

[@thehuntergt]

Yeah that manual is something else. Will likely bin it. Glad to see ya Robbie! Keep at it sir. ATB.

[@qmriis]

Great review, thanks!

[@thehuntergt]

Thanks for watching!

[@DetectIQsmarter]

I loved this video totally awesome my friend😃👍❤

[@thehuntergt]

Thank you!

[@ohdannyboyjustadiggin]

Bounty Hunter Jr..great little detector for the Buck..When I first started out I bought a package deal the lone star and the Jr.. And the Jr Worked the best..Wicked good coin shooter and has a great eliminator.. hands down Jr in my eyes for the money

[@thehuntergt]

I thought you and Talisha might like this video!

[@ohdannyboyjustadiggin]

@@thehuntergt yeah we did and she is one who speaks highly about the Bounty Hunter Jr..I can tell you she has many many hours of using the little beast..And has found more then i could even imagine in clad with it...

[@jimwhittaker360]

I got a new N.G.Junior for $17.00 before I saw your review. Hopefully be able to resale . Grandkid rather use a Pinpointer anyway . I had a B.H.Junior for her before .

[@mghewitt1]

Thank you for this review. I was just about to buy the NatGeo detector for my grandson, but now I know the Bounty Hunter one is best. Unless there is a better one that you can recommend now, a year later...

[@thehuntergt]

For $50...the BH Jr is as good as it gets.

[@mghewitt1]

@@thehuntergt I just wrapped my grandson's gift tonight. Thanks for the advice. I will try to remember to give you feedback after he tries it.

[@zincolnminer6671]

@@mghewitt1 5 months later???

[@DriveShaftDrew]

not so bad for cheap detectors cant expect more

[@thehuntergt]

Agreed!

[@CrucesNomad1]

7.8 khz on nat geo jr.

[@thehuntergt]

Thanks...it does not say anywhere.

[@thatrallycarguy]

Hey I had my niece and nephew over for this weekend and I've been telling them I'm going to get him a metal detector well I seen your video clicked on it I'm thinking about getting the Fisher F-22 this is in quotes made in the USA anyways I'm just about a quarter of the way into your video and yeah 20 in deep for the net Geo are you kidding me yeah right! But I just wanted your take on the F-22 Fisher

[@zincolnminer6671]

The F22 is a good detector.

[@cheeseburger1110]

And I was gonna buy the NatGeo detector

[@thehuntergt]

Glad to help.

[@clintturek3655]

6 minutes in and I already don’t want the natgeo

[@thehuntergt]

LOL...thanks for watching.

[@fitakash9970]

Clear winner Banti Hunter metal detector

[@williamkennedy8768]

Bet that nat geo is a tr machine cause other one vlf

[@thehuntergt]

Could be a simple BFO pointer lol....performs like one.

[@williamkennedy8768]

TheHunterGT ya just reminded me of first detector I had Garett tr with no arm cuff was hard on the wrist

[@TransBayMetalDetectors]

Actually. ALL VLFs are Transmit-RECEIVE😮

[@nts323]

The bounty hunter junior reminds me of my tesoro compadre .

[@thehuntergt]

It is cut from similar cloth for sure.

[@KernowekTim]

Tesoro Compadre is a brilliant MD I reckon. Excellent on iron infested roman/medieval sites STILL, and fabulous for rock/muddy foreshore hunting too. A legend. Compadre/Tejon both iconic in their own right.

[@nts323]

@@KernowekTim I live out in the Nevada dessert found alot of bullets and shells with it. its A good detector I have alot of fun with it👍👍

[@KernowekTim]

@@nts323 Wow! What is it like to actually live there? A beautiful, yet very deadly environment if a person goes there unprepared I imagine. I am Cornish. Green hills and valleys on the Western Atlantic Gulf Stream. Mineral rich. Diverse small-scale farming/horticulture, active commercial fishing industry. The 'Window-Box', 'Picture Perfect', retirement dumping- ground for the wealthy of 'Mother England'. Very heavily 'Anglicised' since the 70's.

[@petervandenbosch6353]

I do miss Tesoro. Still have 2 of them.

[@CrucesNomad1]

Same tech as your high dollar detector. Discrimination is key, that makes the detector.

[@thehuntergt]

I get what you are trying to say, but that is a bit of a stretch. This BH Jr. has a great disc circuit...but is no flagship. Top end detectors have digital processors that handle threshold adjustments, ground tracking, target identification...etc. These are $50 for a reason.

[@tornadotom2390]

You didn't have to do the video with your bare digs showing brosive!

[@thehuntergt]

It was 100+ degrees outside and the cool floor felt nice.

[@fitakash9970]

Bunty hunter Metal Detector it’s best price point 50₹

[@sameriraq69]

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[@kevinbeck6419]

That's Disney for you always messing things up

[@metalontarget1422]

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