Hello everyone,
I'm a complete newbie. I mostly detect underwater with handheld Vibra tector 740 in depth of 0-2 meters. I am thinking of upgrading. Please advise if you think XP Deus 2 or minelab excalibur 2 is a better device? I also plan to do ground based detecting also.
Thank you!
The Deus 2 can reach up to 20 meters I believe. It is a multi purpose metal detector. Note it needs the antenna wire connected to communicate while submerged. Deus 2 also will find small gold thin chains. The Minelab Exalibur 2 is a great water machine and can be used on the beach also. In my experience I have seen the newer detectors on the beach get the smaller thin gold chains better but if you’re a serious diver this would be a great choice. If you are doing land also I personally in my opinion would opt for the Deus.
It appears the Excalibur was designed for serious underwater (up to 200'/66m) detecting, while the Deus 2 is intended as primarily ground-based, with shallow water capabilities in the range you currently detect.
Unless you plan on combining detecting & scuba, I think I'd go with the Deus 2. JMO