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Treasure hunting with an Amazon metal detector! Dr Otek MT-XR Test, review, and giveaway!
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Күн бұрынIn this video I explore the question: Can you find treasure with a $119 Amazon metal detector? I took this Dr Otek MT-XR out to a variety of parks from one founded in 1891 to some modern parks dating back to the 1950s. I filmed live digs on real targets in the park along with running this machine through my test coin garden. I found some surprising results while testing this machine! My Minelab equinox 800 makes a guest appearance as well! Make sure you watch the whole video for details on how to enter to win the giveaway as well!
UPDATE: GIveaway winner has been picked. Video announcement with details will be posted soon so keep an eye out! Thanks to everyone who watched and commented!
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Garrett AT waterproof Pin pointer:
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Digging tool:
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Finds cleaner spray bottles:
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@davidireland6952 2 жыл бұрын
brill review! and really glad i bought 2 👍😊 Due to never ever owning a metal detector and would love days out with my 6 yr old grandson having fun, in a change of direction from usual things like play parks etc..I have just bought 2 of these in kit form (carry bag, shovel and rain cover) cant wait to take him out and have fun..he will love going out with his grandpa and love finding even a nail or a rusted coke can..just a beep will make the lil guys day 😁
@detectorben8007 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!! That is awesome! I hope you guys have a blast and find some good stuff! Good luck!!
@robertinnes2428 13 күн бұрын
Ben, I recently tried the MT-XR and found nothing. I noticed it is very inconsistant as compared to the Equinox. I expect I will buy one for my grandson as a starter unit. At 15 he needs another toy beside his cell phone. Thanks for the video and looking forward to the next one. Bob
@MonkeyMikeOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
Got it thanks, you have to press the vol/power in between them and it comes on.
@kaimiles8448 2 жыл бұрын
Bought the Dr otek mtxr after watching your video as my first detector and found my first gold sovereign with it! Many thanks from the UK 🇬🇧 🇺🇸
@detectorben8007 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome!! Congrats on finding gold!! Thanks for watching!
@onelove6189 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing find that mate. What part of uk?
@kaimiles8448 2 жыл бұрын
@@onelove6189 devon
@sHorrorfan Жыл бұрын
@@kaimiles8448 im from devon bud! just getting in to this hobby where did you go field's and that?
@mikecipriani7792 4 жыл бұрын
A buddy of mine ( Carolina Diggers) did a review of this machine and he came up with the same result. Nice silver find. I still use my XLT.
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
Nice I will have to check that out. Thanks!
@polyscroll 5 ай бұрын
Same here. I still use my XLT even though it does not go quite as deep as my Xterra-Pro (Maybe 1/2" less). It is extremely stable on target ID and target tone, therefore, I don't dig as much trash as I do with the Minelab.
@Manuel9x9 3 жыл бұрын
Huuhh , that´s what i call a good review. The comparison with the equinox was amazing. Thank´s. Dr ötek are fine for the price . Unfortanlly the machine are unsure when it comes to distinguish between metals.
@detectorben8007 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I agree. For the entry level price the Dr otek isn't a bad machine. Equinox is on a whole other level.
@MegaCoolan 3 жыл бұрын
Hi, I receive this detector yesterday, I go this morning with my daughter for try this baby I hope make some cool discover. Thanks for demonstration :)
@detectorben8007 3 жыл бұрын
Good luck!
@jakedunne9607 4 жыл бұрын
great video am a teen detectorists from uk havent found much other than my 1300s hammered coin today !!👍deffo subbing
@paulmoore4344 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent review, I've never owned a detector, based on your review, it made up my mind so I've just bought this one. Thank you.
@detectorben8007 3 жыл бұрын
No problem! Glad to help. Good luck and happy hunting!
@ronralphsson7296 4 жыл бұрын
I think that open cylindrical coils are great for a beginner that doesn’t have a pin pointer,as compared to a disk type coil. It is easier to locate target with machines pin pointer.
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
Good point I agree.
@marcosperez5861 Жыл бұрын
Not bad of a metal detector . Just always remember..when your in doubt Just dig it out
@okiedoki 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome silver spill.. nice hunt... thanks for sharing.
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!👍
@billholb1974 Жыл бұрын
I had this when I started out..bought a simplex recently and gave the Dr otek to a buddy.
@shirleysaventures2188 7 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this detector. My son and I are looking to get one to go out and detect for hobby!
@forreygreen 4 жыл бұрын
hi just started watching detecterists and about to start so a giveaway is so kind of you thank you and good luck
@James-lj7rm 4 жыл бұрын
Good starting detector!!
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
👍👍
@brandonnapper6234 4 жыл бұрын
Good review, my friend is looking for a good starter and I’ll be sure to tell him to watch this vid. I just bought the equinox 800 after having the simplex and have enjoyed your videos using the 800. Great videos, keep them coming.
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
Sounds good. Thank you very much I will have some new videos with the Nox coming out soon! Good luck and happy hunting!
@FuturesPast1 2 жыл бұрын
Glad I found your channel. I use the Dr. Otek and just got started metal detecting. I didn't have enough money to buy a Garrett. I have to admit I have found lots of cool things with my Otek and I love it. I recently bought a SunPow machine because it was $159.99 and I found a promo code and got it for $44.99 and it sucks. The Dr. Otek beats it hands down. I just subbed to your channel.
@jimmydjpumpinpavino Жыл бұрын
/ just got the sun joe for 44 bucks yesterday havent taken it out yet, does it work at all
@FuturesPast1 Жыл бұрын
@@jimmydjpumpinpavino Are you talking about the SunPow or the SunJoe? I got the SunPow. It is comparable to the SunJoe. The SunPow works. However, compared to other ones I've tried and reviewed on my channel (about 15 of them), It glitches out alot, gives false signals and doesn't detect very deep. If you are looking for surface finds like coins and such that are like 2-4 inches under the ground it will do just fine. If you are looking for Civil War relics and equally cool things this, it might not be right for you.
@jimmydjpumpinpavino Жыл бұрын
Cool thanks for the info.. is it suitable for stream and river use" a couple of inches to a foot let's say ,is it waterproof to an extent?
@FuturesPast1 Жыл бұрын
@@jimmydjpumpinpavino It says "water resistant", but in my experience, it is not safe using it in water more than 2-3". It's only good for very shallow water. Only the very bottom of the coil can get wet otherwise it will short out. Definitely not going to last long with creek, stream and river use. If you want to do detecting in water your best best is to get a fully immersible detector like a Garret AT Pro which can go up to 10 feet deep underwater.
@billholb1974 Жыл бұрын
Get a nokta simplex if you can..for the price it is amazing
@BigDaddy-ej5sf 5 ай бұрын
I watched this video as I was looking at a cheaper metal detector just to see if I can do this like I did 40 years ago with an old radio shack detector…. This does way more than that one did back then
@viviannefaye3190 2 ай бұрын
What do you think of the Minelab Vanquish 250? I've seen quite a few reviews on hers of the Dr Otek saying it's rubbish at Pinpointing and very vague. This will be my first detector, many thanks Vivienne
@TKSgives Жыл бұрын
That was a great and thorough review video. Thank you for your time and efforts.
@billross5486 2 жыл бұрын
This looks like a good detector for the price. Thanks for your time and review.
@steveyounger465 4 жыл бұрын
Would be a good starter detector for kids or grand kids just to get them enthused in the hobby...
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
I agree!
@richmikesell812 4 жыл бұрын
I have a good use for one of my grand kids. thank You.
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
I'm sure they would have a blast!
@mikeross9353 4 жыл бұрын
That was a good review nice detector for a person just starting out
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@brucesmith1131 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for giving an honest review,
@Barlas511 Жыл бұрын
You do get into the feeding frenzy😅
@stephenhall1497 3 жыл бұрын
Just got this bby ,tell you what it's fantastic, find coins ,nails all stuff ,me im new too this I'm a beginner but I'm getting use too the sounds now ,please get one if your a beginner, then move up higher in a year ,my new hubby love getting out digging 😉,
@detectorben8007 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Good luck!
@robertwynn5844 4 жыл бұрын
Seems like that Dr. Otek kicked the Nox's behind. Think I will get a few
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣🤣👍
@bobbybenway9726 4 жыл бұрын
That would be a nice machine to take along with me, I have a lot of young kids that I have been showing how to hunt.
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
👍
@sped49 4 жыл бұрын
That was a great review. Nice detector for the price. Thanks for sharing and looking forward to the next one.
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!! I have a Garrett Apex on order and I will do a test and review and head to head comparison vs the equinox. Stay tuned!
@Wandering_Alabama1819 Жыл бұрын
I'm finding the same items that the expensive detetectors find. $40 bounty from pawnshop.
@JimboX1461 4 жыл бұрын
Good review!
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@DrPepperkid1989 4 жыл бұрын
That was a fair review. For those just getting started metal detecting this would be a good machine. Thanks for sharing your expertise.
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot!
@denniscrider9504 Жыл бұрын
Remember detector seemed alright for beginners but I'm not a beginner and I like to find that deep stuff
@aaronedwards111 3 жыл бұрын
The pinpointer sounds like a snes game theme song
@danielji2742 3 жыл бұрын
more like atari
@hoot6874 4 жыл бұрын
Interesting review.
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@terrywillis8021 2 жыл бұрын
great review
@jensdoc091 3 жыл бұрын
I’d love to do a review!
@detectorben8007 3 жыл бұрын
You should do one! I would love to see what you think.
@damonperdue1760 2 жыл бұрын
First time user. Live in Utah. Want to check out old mine sites
@silverdetector2881 4 жыл бұрын
Wow great review keep up the work and I really hope I win this giveaway!
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Good luck!
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Good luck!
@dannyhardman6124 3 жыл бұрын
Another question for you. I have just got one of these, with a pinpointer too. Is there any kind of set up I need to do before I go out? What I'm finding is that I get readings alot of the time? (I think its possible).. I set the discovery on to the higher items... maybe i should give it a quick damp cloth clean? and sensitivity a little lower? I only got it for the kids to enjoy it and who knows find a roman coin or something. Cheers, any advice greatly received. PS: Kids enjoyed watching this...(again)
@detectorben8007 3 жыл бұрын
Yes you may need to turn down sensitivity if you are getting false signals. There could be EMI or high mineralization in the ground. Cleaning the coil is a good idea as well. Thanks for watching again! Good luck!
@deadlocmma 4 жыл бұрын
Great video nice review I really hope I win the giveaway great video!
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Good luck!
@rudigginit 7 ай бұрын
We have an MT-XR I've done a video i found some nice bits, the wife's just got the MT-XE so we'll be doing same with that 👍👍 Just Subbed I'll check out more videos later 👍👍
@mattcrumptonmattc7100 2 жыл бұрын
I just bought the Dr Otek and I was curious what number would gold be?
@detectorben8007 2 жыл бұрын
Gold can be any mid tone. Probably from around 40 all the way to 80. That is what makes finding gold so tricky. Many trash targets in same range.
@mattcrumptonmattc7100 2 жыл бұрын
@@detectorben8007 thanks I guess I’ll be doing a lot of digging with this machine. I am gonna get a pinpointer after I watched your video. Thanks you’ve helped me a lot
@detectorben8007 2 жыл бұрын
@@mattcrumptonmattc7100 unfortunately that is the only way to find gold. Even the most expensive machines cannot really separate gold from foil in most cases. Glad I could help! Good luck!
@1mark090 4 жыл бұрын
Good review thanks
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@richardhancock1560 3 жыл бұрын
Hey, thanks for the video! I’m in the UK & have been wanting to get started for a good few years but am only really seriously starting at looking to getting started. I have looked at this one & a Garrett ACE 250 - have you used both of those? If so, which do you personally think is best to use for a starter that can also be used longer term, or is there another you can recommend for a budget of around £150? Thanks again!
@detectorben8007 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I have not used the 250 but I have used the 300. I would give the edge to the garrett on quality and depth.
@Rdburnzy 2 жыл бұрын
Hi mate, I'm in the same boat at the moment. Not sure if I should get a Garrett or Dr. Otek. Did you choose one in the end? Happy with your choice? Thanks.
@richardhancock1560 2 жыл бұрын
I didn’t get one in the end - I’m still looking but I had to have a hip replacement op & have lost my job as I couldn’t work so no funds for one for now! 😄 Hopefully be able to save up for one again in the……future!
@richardhancock1560 2 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the reply, thank you. Whenever I get the funds to go for another one, I think I’ll plump for a Garrett on your advice! 👍
@Rdburnzy 2 жыл бұрын
@@richardhancock1560 Once you get one you'll make your money back in no time with euro coins on the beach ! Good luck anyway
@channghiem5012 2 жыл бұрын
cool find bro!
@robertpimpo4698 2 жыл бұрын
I'm a beginner just picked this up might upgrade after a while
@jesseellislee9816 4 жыл бұрын
Pretty good detector but I hope I win the giveaway
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Good luck!
@lesliesshopofcuriositieswo2092 3 жыл бұрын
I bought one it seems good I paid like 70.00 Amazon flash sale I thought it said the coil was waterproof. Will have to read is there different Dr models?
@abstraxtbackup6154 4 жыл бұрын
Great video keep it up I really hope I win the giveaway!
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Good luck!
@VideoTeray 3 жыл бұрын
Hi, do you try already this detector in water? I known that the coil is waterproof, but im too scared to check this :D
@detectorben8007 3 жыл бұрын
I did not. I'm sure you will be fine as long as you keep the head unit dry. Shallow water should be no problem. Good luck and happy hunting!
@angelrivera9530 Жыл бұрын
Too Good 👍
@AnthonyNewman-pq3el Жыл бұрын
a lot of crap did you remove iron and ring pulls ?
@Amazing_Coins Жыл бұрын
interesting!
@DetectorismoCostaRica 3 жыл бұрын
Pienso comprar a mi hija uno de esos . Saludos de parte de Detectorismo Costa Rica bendiciones 👊🏻🙏🏻🇨🇷
@detectorben8007 3 жыл бұрын
👍👊
@butchquick Жыл бұрын
Is that just water in the spray bottle?
@detectorben8007 Жыл бұрын
Yep.
@riccarlson8342 3 жыл бұрын
Good review. Does anyone know if you can notch the third box of metal without having to notch out the first two also? It would be great to get a response. Thank...Ric
@johnvaldron1266 3 жыл бұрын
decent trade off from th nox800
@LemonDragon_studios Жыл бұрын
i found one for 7 dollar in a amazon return bin store
@dannyhardman6124 3 жыл бұрын
What is the yellor rod you're using? Thank you
@detectorben8007 3 жыл бұрын
The pin pointer that I use once I dig the hole? That is a garrett at pin pointer if that is what you are referring too. It helps to locate the target once you cut the plug. Like a mini metal detector.
@wyattsdad8561 11 ай бұрын
It sounds like the Atari game, Pitfall
@rverm1000 Жыл бұрын
good to know i bought one without checking out youtube first. seems to work similarly to my garret 350
@misterjohnson9093 3 жыл бұрын
My detector goes haywire in particular environments like at the beach and in some parts of the grassy park I like to frequent. I have tried reducing the sensitivity but the issue persists. What do you recommend to fix this.
@detectorben8007 3 жыл бұрын
I have been in a few sites where I had the same issue. There is not much you can do besides turning down sensitivity. This detector is not ideal for wet sand but should work fine in dry sand and most dry land hunting.
@ChristopherE. Жыл бұрын
Wich pin pointer do you have?
@curtislv426 2 жыл бұрын
thanks! what do you think of the bounty hunter tracker IV vs this model?
@detectorben8007 2 жыл бұрын
Thanls! I have heard good things about the bounty hunter. And I have seen it in action. But I have not personally used the bounty hunter so I cannot really compare the two machines. I might do a video on that machine at some point as well.
@curtislv426 2 жыл бұрын
@@detectorben8007 thanks. I'll probably go with the dr. Otek. For my 15-year-old nephew for christmas. That pointer pin looks pretty handy. I'll see how he likes this hobby before I purchase that pointer pin that would be a nice addition
@curtislv426 2 жыл бұрын
@@detectorben8007 thanks a lot. Can you recommend a decent pointer that is also reasonably priced? I saw the orange one that looks to be about $120 or so and was curious if you've reviewed other ones that are in the cheaper range
@detectorben8007 2 жыл бұрын
@@curtislv426 I love the garrett at pointer so I rarely use anything else. I have used the black garrat pro pointer as well which is very good but not waterproof. I haven't used any other pointers so I cannot help much on that. I will try to test a more affordable option down the road.
@curtislv426 2 жыл бұрын
@@detectorben8007 the kuman worked for my first outing and then was defective the 2nd outing. Lol. I'm buying the Garret pointer now. We got the Dr. Otek detector. We sure are finding a lot of nails even though we discriminate the nail setting. Is that normal ? Thanks
@waldorfmartialarts8320 Жыл бұрын
Is this model waterproof? Can it be used in shallow water at a beach?
@ChispitaCS Жыл бұрын
Would you recommend "Dr Otek MTXE" or "Dr Otek MTXR"?
@AleksandarFilipovWoodcarving 3 жыл бұрын
Hello . Does the detector catch gold coins and jewelry?
@detectorben8007 3 жыл бұрын
Yes it will detect gold coins and jewelry as well. I did not find any while hunting but I tested it with some gold that I already had.
@AleksandarFilipovWoodcarving 3 жыл бұрын
@@detectorben8007 Thanks .
@deadlocmma 4 жыл бұрын
When are you gonna release the winner today or a later date?
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
I am planning to announce winner by tonight. Tomorrow at the latest.
@deadlocmma 4 жыл бұрын
DetectorBen thanks for the info
@deadlocmma 4 жыл бұрын
Sorry to keep bothering you Ben but are you gonna release the winner on your YT channel or some other platform
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
I will be posting an announcement video soon on the channel!
@brianbarton5901 Жыл бұрын
i had one of these DrOtek detectors... turd does not begin to encompass the quality of it... laid a couple quarters and a gold chain in the front yard and it wouldn't detect them with the coil literally touching them... fortunately amazon returns work really well...
@lllCANDYMAANlll 3 жыл бұрын
Im a noob, what digger have you got?
@detectorben8007 3 жыл бұрын
I use the lesche standard digging tool. Most detecting supply stores carry them as well as Amazon.
@lllCANDYMAANlll 3 жыл бұрын
@@detectorben8007 thanks
@bigcopperdetecting1588 4 жыл бұрын
Well made video for sure hope I win this giveaway #209030 so glad I won!!!
@detectorben8007 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Good luck!
@hoot6874 4 жыл бұрын
Congrats!!
@bigshow6200 4 жыл бұрын
Great detector for a young child, don’t think I’d recommend it for an adult
@juanpaulr 2 жыл бұрын
Why not most of these videos made are made by adults. The thing is advertised for adults. I got it because I want to use it on the investment property but it won't be used much so no sense in spending over $300 on something that won't be used much or the vanity of it may wear off sooner than later. It's a tool that does the job.
@user-ml7ty3mp1o 2 жыл бұрын
For anyone considering these Chinese knockoffs, remember this….you can buy a Garrett or Bounty Hunter entry level machine for a good price. These are made here, in the US by US workers. The Chinese steal the technology by reverse engineering our products. It’s all about the money to them. We have lost two companies, Whites, and Tesoro due to these machines being dumped on our consumers. Whites was in business for over 50 years. I’d rather have my Bounty Hunter Tracker IV than any of these machines. $100 +/- price tag. Made in USA, by an American worker.
@ajgreen868 2 жыл бұрын
It’s not made in the USA. it’s just put together In the USA. Every single part on those are straight from over seas.
@freeEnd_ 2 жыл бұрын
KKONA
@ducttapedigger7811 2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like an Atari game console
@jeffomalley6015 Жыл бұрын
It did slightly just barley read it-detected it at 25:00 but it did make a sound. Now ofcourse the way more expensive one picked it up better but he'll that would be so fucked up it didn't do a little better job. Seen As how much more expensive that one is. For the price of the cheap one it does work amazing.
@muratcetin1774 2 жыл бұрын
😂😂
@bent6372 3 жыл бұрын
bro do you have to wave it that freakin much. like after it signals why wave it another five ten or in your case thirty times. The variance isnt enough to choose to listen to that god awful sound. Seriously do a video without waving, you can accomplish the same thing by just sweeping the one time. You aint a grandfather clock you dont have to swing it back and forth every second theres metal trash under you. I'm sorry for being rude but you gave me a migraine just trying to pay attention to how the amazon cheap choice works
@detectorben8007 3 жыл бұрын
Lol metal detecting might not be for you my friend. Thanks for watching anyway!!✌✌
@waldorfmartialarts8320 Жыл бұрын
Is this model waterproof? Can it be used in shallow water at a beach?
@billholb1974 Жыл бұрын
Coil is water proof..should be fine with shallow water.
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