Discovery 3300

I am new to the metal detecting game and searched out reviews for several metal detectors (MD). I was torn between the Garrett ACE 350 ( Garrett Ace 350 Metal Detector ) and the Bounty Hunter Discovery 3300. I was looking for a decently priced (MD) for the beginner. The (MD) came very well packed. It was packed inside a box which was inside a larger box. The unit was very easy to assemble. As always, it is very important to read and follow the instructions before using the product it is easy enough to understand. I have been using this (MD) for a short time now and I am very impressed. It seems to pick up very well and the pinpointing feature comes in very useful. I can locate an object within just a couple of inches (3 inches at the most) of where the (MD) tells me where it is located. I use small survey flags to mark my spots before I start to dig and start my digging just outside the flag post. The pinpointing feature saves on a lot of digging and time, trust me on that one. I also purchased the Garrett Pin-pointer ( Garrett Pro-Pointer ) to assist me even further, which saves even more time locating your treasure. With the Garrett Pin-pointer, you don't even have to dig a full hole around the area (flag) most of the time. Just bury the head of your spade a couple of inches away from the flag, lift the ground some and put the Garrett Pin-pointer into the area underneath (of course I have to remove the flag 1st as my flag posts are metal) and if the object is not too deep, you can remove it without digging a full hole. I have only used the (MD) in grassy areas and not in the mountains or beaches as of yet. As for the depth feature on the (MD), I find it very useful, but rarely accurate. On my (MD), the depth usually shows the object deeper than it really is, but I have learned in a short time to adjust for that and can usually figure out about how deep the object is before I start my dig. The (MD) can pick up objects buried deep into the ground (gone as deep as about 10" if not more). I also like the cancellation feature of the (MD). I can tune out iron or other objects if I wish, which comes in very handy in certain areas. The (MD) is light weight and easy to use. It seems to be well balanced and is height adjustable, so the tall and short (such as myself) can use the (MD) with comfort. The arm brace is also comfortable and well designed and helps from tiring out your arm for longer periods of use. I cannot compare this (MD) with others, as I have only used this one, but I believe that this is a well made (MD) and does a great job for the cost. I do not regret my purchase and would definitely recommend it to others.

A nice combination of price and quality. Can be used for both entertainment and for the practical reasons.

works just fine, it's the digging that sucks! it takes awhile to get familiar with it and how to use it well, not sure i'm there yet

This is by far the most amazing and awesome metal detector. I have found rings, coins, nuggets and junk!! It finds things even deeper then expected, mostly uads with a 4 inch gold coil , and I'm blown away. Found a 1931 rail road nail 2 foot down in hard compact soil among other thing's. That was My first find! Loving this thing. Truly impressed value with so many features and capabilities. If ur need a dependable metal detector for best value and upgrades.. this is it. There's a number of different coils as well. Highly recommend the 4inch coil

This metal detector is easy to use. I bought it for my 13 year old son for Christmas and found it to be usable right out of the box. I had watched some of the Youtube videos on this so was able to explain how everything worked. We did Christmas in FL this year so he got to try it out on the beach. Nothing of value there, but he did find a few small "treasures" that he added to a box of things he's keeping that he's found with the detector (who knew there are so many allen wrenches laying all over the place? We found two already). In our own backyard he found some coins, at least one of every denomination. This is lightweight and you can swing it for a long time. It has different tones for different types/sizes of metal objects it finds. I am going to install a fence in backyard, so used it to locate the surveyor pins that are located at the property corners, about 6 - 8 inches in the ground. Way cheaper than having the property resurveyed. Overall a great unit. I would buy this again and have no regrets about buying it.

When new it was perfect. After about 3 hours of use, not all at once, it started erratically beeping through nearly all of the fours tones. This was in All Metal mode. I unplugged the coil, and it still did it. That eliminates the coil. Changed to fresh batteries, still erratic behavior. I could adjust the sensitivity all the way down to nothing and it would work. But that's not how it is supposed to work. I never used discriminate mode much but it appeared to work ok. I called Bounty Hunter tech support, no joy. Nice guy and good help, but nothing could stop the constant beeping. They gave me a RA number without issue. But Amazon has 30 day returns, so I got a shipping label, printed it, and Amazon shipped me another right away. All I had to do was ship it back. For packaging was 15.00. No too bad. Finally, when it worked, it was 5 stars. Found silver bracelet on the beach within first hour of use. Friends amazed. We'll see how long the next one lasts. I still recommend it. It has a 5 year warranty through Bounty Hunter and they are in Texas. And very helpful. When i called back to cancel the RMA, the guy said if I had any issues with the new one, don't hesitate to call. Really good service. Edit: I cant say enough about shopping at Amazon. One the day I applied here, for a mailing label from Amazon, they shipped me a brand new model. I RECEIVED IT THE NEXT DAY !!!!!! And they acknowledged my shipping of the broken unit, and told me I wouldn't be charged for the replacement. Now I ask you, how can you beat that after almost 30 days of use of a product? Finally, the new one is nearly as erratic as the first one I received. I have only tested it at my house and it still has more beeping than I would like. I called BH tech support again. They said it is simply a very, repeat, very sensitive unit and to turn down the sensitivity. I asked him to clarify "turning down". he told me to set it at the lowest sensitivity. WOW.... Then my next question was which model had less sensitivity. he referred me to the Tracker4. about 100 here at Amazon. So I'll probably keep the 3300 and pick up another Tracker for. I always have friends wanting to hang out on the beach. Still a 3 star review though, it might be TOO sensitive for many people. 5 stars to Amazon and BH tech support.. hope this helps

Im a total newbie to metal detecting, so i did some research to find a machine with full features at a good price. I didn't want to go nuts with the first one in case I wasn't as into it like I thought I'd be. After reading lots of reviews I settled on the 3300 and can tell you now that it is a very user-friendly, capable little unit! I read the manual (very important) and went right out and found four decades worth of buried treasure in my back yard! It's easy to use, light weight, and finds stuff quite deep. I know this is not a professional review, but I'm guessing most people reading it are like me...looking for somewhere to start. I can't help with "unit A" vs. "unit B" but I can tell you ill have this little jewel for a long time. have fun!

Bought as a novice hobbyist (to find the Spanish gold on shores of east coast). This is my first metal detector and seemed good enough to get started, and it really is great value for the money to get started. We have used it for two weekends on the beach. Had a great time with the wife tooling around waiting for the massive find of hidden treasure. So far found roughly $2 in loose change. So, temper the dollar signs and dancing buckets of gold ringing in the head. Overall a great addition to the weekend at the beach and productive exercise