Lets take a look at the X Terra 305 from Minelab, this is the entry level X Terra machine offering great value and tons of features for a price that is affordable to all.
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Brilliant Reviews
The Minelab X Terra 305 is getting great review from websites and users alike. The overall feedback is that it is a brilliant detector that is suitable for some pretty advanced detecting not just the beginners. A real market leader in its price range. Have a read below of some of the comments:
- The iron discrimination is so good on this machine compared to other machines of this price. Very Happy! 5 Out of 5!
- For the price a really great detector. The features are brilliant, the only down side I could find was a lack of visual target ID bit for this price its more than I would expect. 7.5 out of 10!!
- Top machine, I am super happy with it!
- Replaced my old machine with this and am over the moon. Soil mineralisation in red clay is an issue in the place that I detect and this has managed it well. 5 out of 5!!
For The Beginner Or Less Frequent User
This is the perfect metal detector for the beginner or less frequent user that wants a machine with good features but does not want to spend a fortune on a top end machine. There are two preset modes to get you up and running quickly and enough features to build your knowledge and confidence as you get more experienced. A lot of us are looking for a machine that will allow us to try out metal detecting to see if it is for us and won’t be out for hours on end a few times a week. If that is you then this is a great metal detector that will server your needs and more.
As A Back Up Detector
For the keen metal detectorists out there who can’t be without there machines then this could be the answer. It has a lot of great features and is a competent metal detector that will cover most areas with no problem. If your main machine is being fixed or serviced then this is the ideal back up. You can still have hours of good treasure hunting with the X Terra 305 and get some great results. You won’t be disappointed.
A Metal Detector For The Family
This is a great metal detector for family use. It is light and can be packed down easily to take out on long walks. Any one can pick it up and put it in a preset mode and start searching for treasure and coins. You never know what you will find out in the country side and this is a great start.
Perfect For Kids
For the kids this is the perfect choice from the vast array of metal detectors to develop their interest in the hobby without spending too much. There is a short shaft available to make it easy to use. Most kids like to try a few hobbies along the way and the key thing is give them a detector which will deliver results to keep them interested whilst having a machine that they may not pick up for a couple of months. This is great for that and as they grow in confidence and become more interested in the hobby it will still be good enough for year to come.
Minelab: A High Quality Brand
When anyone mentions metal detectors they often think of Minelab. The Australian company have been world leaders in the development of metal detector technology for decades and are dedicated to producing very high quality machines at the cheaper end of the market as well as the high end. The knowledge they have developed from the high end and specialist metal detectors flows down into the lower priced models like the X Terra 305 delivering very high quality machines. Definitely a great brand to buy from.
The Minelab X Terra 305 Features
We’ve talked a good bit about how good this metal detector is, but now lets have a look at the features.
V Flex Technology
The V Flex technology is a single frequency detector that can change the frequency by changing coils making this a very adaptable metal detector for different environments and ground types. It can be run with 7Khz and 18Khz coils for high sensitivity.
Good Ground Balance
Easy to adjust ground balance function from 0 to 20 to deal with ground mineralisation.
Threshold Adjustment
Easy to change threshold setting with a wide range to help differentiate between objects at different levels and sizes.
Pin Point Recovery
Once you have found an object you can put it into pin point mode to assess the depth and exact spot before you start digging you pit to make sure you find it quickly.
Very Lightweight
Coming in at 1.3kg this is a very lightweight and easy to use machine. You can use this for hours on end without any problems at all. And it can be carried in a bag on long walks without weighing you down.
LCD Display
An easy to read LCD display to read the feedback from your detector as you are searching.
Conclusion
The Minelab X Terra 305 is a great buy, there is very little you can find wrong with it and the price tag is low. It is suitable for so many uses and is versatile so can be adjusted for many different ground types and areas. For the family you will have loads of fun and for the serious hobby detector you will get some great finds and not be disappointed. The user reviews are great which is always good to see. We highly recommend this model against other similar metal detectors, a great buy from a very high quality brand!