Sildale Pty Ltd    (Trading as:)    

Treasure Enterprises of Australia

Australia's Oldest & Largest Supplier of Metal Detectors, Gold Prospecting and Treasure Hunting Equipment   (Est. 1976)

The Leading Professionals for Internet, Mail, Fax and Telephone Orders

Email:      sildale@yahoo.com      

P.O. Box 383, Archerfield, Brisbane, Queensland, 4108, Australia

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        BOUNTY HUNTER METAL DETECTORS

 

                       Australia's most popular and leading brand low-priced metal detectors !

                                            

                                              "Rediscover your world with a Bounty Hunter metal detector"

 

TREASURE ENTERPRISES OF AUSTRALIA   is the factory sole authorized Australasian & South Pacific Importer and Distributor of First Texas Bounty Hunter Metal Detectors.

To many, the name BOUNTY HUNTER will sound familiar, as the original brand name was available over 35 years ago. 

However, times have changed. The Bounty Hunter name changed hands and over the past couple of decades, First Texas Products LP, in El Paso, Texas, U.S.A. has been designing a brand new range of microprocessor Metal Detectors, providing a top product for a low price. Their detectors and its components are exclusively manufactured in the United States of America. 

      We have priced the Bounty Hunter metal detectors as to where everyone can afford a top quality detector

                             ..... not forgetting that   AUSTRALASIAN  5 year  Factory Limited Warranty

 

IMPORTANT NOTICE & WARNING:

All Bounty Hunter metal detectors imported by us as the sole Australasian Distributor are specially re-calibrated only by us for AUSTRALIAN conditions. 

The detector's Ground Balance used to null highly iron-mineralized ground has been re-modified for better depth and response to all targets eliminating false signals.   Also .... the Discrimination settings have been re-calibrated for Australian coinage.

PLEASE DO NOT BE A VICTIM OF FRAUD

Any Bounty Hunter metal detector imported into Australia and being sold on the internet or otherwise by certain unauthorised people and companies  ... commonly referred to as "pirates" as well as "back-yard" companies (please contact us for details) or through other channels or even those detectors purchased and imported direct from overseas sources are not specially modified in Australia by us for ground mineralization and re-calibrated for discrimination. Those detectors do not carry the Australasian Warranty nor will they be modified and/or repaired by us.

So, if you are in doubt with your proposed purchase,  please contact us first with the Serial Number and the name of the seller offering the detector for sale and will advise you accordingly. 

All Bounty Hunter metal detectors imported and distributed by us have a specially recorded allocated Serial Number and Australasian Warranty Card addressed to us with each detector.  

WARNING !  If the metal detector does not have this special Warranty Card and a matching Australian Serial Number ... this indicates it has not been re-modified nor re-calibrated ... therefore it hasn't been purchased through correct factory authorised channels and has no warranty at all.

FURTHER NOTE !   

There are quite a number of "copy-cat" cheaply-made imported metal detectors from some of the European (Germany), China and other Asian countries being "flogged" around the place.   They are not "well-known" superior brand names ... also ... please be aware of such 'self-named" names like 'Gold Snoop' and 'Coin Snoop', MD # (Number so and so) and the like plus non-registered Trademark names within the metal detector industry.   These "toys" are generally bought for $20 and are "flogged" at stupid high prices.  They are totally useless!

Most of the search coils on these detectors are non-submersible in water ... plus there's no detailed instruction of use ... there's no back-up service for repair in Australia ... etc ... we could go on and on !  plus very limited or even NO WARRANTY at all ..... Most of the search coils on these detectors are non-submersible in water ... plus there's no detailed instruction of use ... and no back-up service for repair in Australia when things go wrong .... we could go on and on !   These detectors appear on sites such as E-bay ... and the like ... as well as being sold by " back-yard" so-called "businesses" and even supermarkets !

If you wish to find your car on a foggy night  with one of these "toy metal detectors"  ... Okay .... then please go ahead a buy one ... but don't expect to find anything of value with one of these "toy metal detectors" 

So please, don't be a bunny ... all they want is your money ... let's face it ... they wouldn't even know the first thing about gold prospecting, beachcombing and treasure hunting ... now would they ? .... nor would you like to be asking the "check-out chick" questions as to how to use it and where to go holding everybody up ... what a joke !

 

Promoting and selling Metal Detectors and associated equipment and books Promoting and selling Metal Detectors and associated equipment and books ... as well as giving helpful advice on how and where to find gold and treasure is our sole business as it has been for the past 34 years  .... we sell nothing else !

 

Index:

General Specifications   ...  (for all models)

Optional Accessories   ...  available

Fast Tracker

Tracker IV

Quick Silver

Lone Star

Quick Draw II

Sharp Shooter II

Land Star

Land Ranger

Time Ranger   ... (This model has now been discontinued)

Accessories     (Illustrated pictures)

Typical Comments and Reports  .... From Australia-wide 'Bounty Hunter' owners

5 Year Warranty

Price List

 

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS:

Each Bounty Hunter metal detector has an oval shaped ABS plastic control box with an adjustable lower carbon fibre stem which is attached to the search coil with a special nut and bolt. 

The colour of the control box is an attractive semi-matt black finish  ... not a yellow, green, blue or any other bright color which can easily show you up against the "country-side" so everyone can see what you are doing !

The general specifications for models are as follows:

  • Unit weighs approximately 1.5 kg with an ‘S’ rod system, adjustable carbon-fibre Lower Rod and comfortable handgrip.
  • Overall length of both rods - From the search coil to the Upper Arm Rest = 118cm.
  • Overall length of both rods (including the Arm Rest) - From the search coil to the end of the Upper Arm Rest = 131cm.
  • Operation Frequency: 6.6 kHz.
  • ¼" Headphone Jack .... suitable for most stereo headphones.
  • Fully Automatic Ground Trac ® automatically scans the ground as the coil moves and continually adjusts to the changing soil/ground conditions. It actually sees through the earth's naturally occurring minerals to find buried natural or man-made metals.
  • The standard 8" waterproof spider coil monoloop / concentric coil  fitted to all models is an excellent ‘all-round’ coil used to locate targets up to 2 feet deep or more ... it can even go deeper ...  to 4 feet -  5 feet deep on some targets. The only exception is the 'Fast Tracker' which is fitted with a special 7" waterproof closed coil.
  • All the submersible search coils including the lower rod can be submerged into 80cm of water ... just below the control box plug.
  • Requires two (2) 9 volt Alkaline batteries (Battery life: approximately 20 to 25 hours) for all models (except the 'Land Ranger' which require two (2) 1.5 volt ‘C’ size Alkaline batteries).
  • All detectors come with a full Instruction Book as well as a simple step-by-step ‘Tips & Techniques’ sheet and an "Australian Target Identification Chart" - on the models applicable, as to where the Australian coins - both pre-decimal and decimal and other targets show up on the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) ‘Probable Target I.D. (Identification) Scale’.
OPTIONAL RODS:  If you intend travelling interstate or overseas, we can supply the unit with a three (3) part Upper Rod (1) - 50cm & Lower Rods (2) - 51cm & 38cm ... rod system which will enable you to pack them in your suitcase easily.  Please let us know when ordering !

Specifications, illustrations of control box face panels may vary from time to time. Prices subject to change without notice.

           IMPORTANT NOTE:  

          All units sold within Australia by us are covered by the:  Australasian 5 Year Factory Limited Warranty

 

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES:      (For most models) 

    Prices as per Price List     Just 'click on' to  Up  in the top left-hand column of this page and then go to the Bounty Hunter Price List.

  • Coil Covers are available for all coils.
  • 11" Oval Coil   New !
  • 10" Coil (Used to locate large objects at a greater depth – up to 5 feet deep).
  • 4" Coil  (Used to locate and pin-point smaller targets in trashy areas, as well as small gold nuggets when prospecting – up to approximately 8" – 10" deep).
  • Headphones - Stereo - 32 ohm - ¼" plug with separate volume adjustment.
  • Carry Bag.
  • Pouch and Digging Tool.
  • PLEASE NOTE Any references made to prices are in Australian dollars and include GST (Goods and Services Tax).

    Details on the current range of models available are as follows:

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    FAST TRACKER

    Following the world-wide success of the 'Tracker IV' metal detector, Bounty Hunter have introduced a slightly less expensive microprocessor metal detector namely the FAST TRACKER with a 7½” waterproof closed search coil, representing one of the best value detectors around. It is ideal for those persons who are on a budget, yet having most of the features of the Tracker IV metal detector.

                           

    This silent-search motion detector is operated by two (2) knobs (which incorporates ‘Ground Trac’ ® Automatic Ground Balance) one of which is the on/off switch that doubles as a sensitivity control, and the other a variable discriminator. When the Discrimination knob is set to the minimum ‘Low’ position, the detector will locate all types of ferrous (iron) and non-ferrous metals being the All Metal mode. However, when this control is increased past the ‘click’, all small to medium sized ferrous targets will be rejected with no audio response and all other targets will respond as a high tone. When this knob is adjusted further clockwise, the Dual-Discriminator System then takes over, offering options for finding more treasure and less trash. When adjusted correctly, at around the 11 o’clock position, the detector will emit a broken sound on the 'beaver-tail' and most aluminium pull-tabs … and either a low or high tone on other non-ferrous targets like the 'Tracker IV'. If the detector is to be used for basic gold prospecting, the All Metal mode is the one to be used.  

    Full 5 Year Factory Limited Warranty.      Price only: $315.00

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    TRACKER IV

    The TRACKER IV priced at only $325.00 is Australia's most popular metal detector for coin and treasure hunting, beachcombing and basic gold prospecting.  It represents the best value detector on the market today ... not forgetting the Bounty Hunter 5 Year Factory Limited Warranty! 

    The TRACKER IV is a motion silent-search detector that features ‘Ground Trac’ ® Automatic Ground Balance that balances out iron mineralization in the ground as you detect. It is also re-calibrated by us for the worst possible ground situation that you will come across in Australia .  

    This unit can also be used on wet sand whilst the coil can be submersed in either fresh or salt water without false responses. It has a simple on/off switch, which tests the battery condition when turned on. This control also doubles as a sensitivity control. In most cases this knob is generally set around the 3 o’clock position, but can be increased depending on ground conditions.

    It features a three (3) way toggle mode switch. The modes of operation being: (a) All Metal -Centre position.  (b) Variable Discrimination – to the left … and (c) Tone Discrimination – to the right. The All Metal mode will (as it says) detect all kinds of metal whether it be ferrous (iron metal) or non-ferrous (non-iron metals) such as gold, silver, copper, aluminium, brass etc.

               

    When the detector is used in the Tone Discrimination mode and adjusted correctly, it simply rejects iron metal with no audio response, and gives a low tone on 5c and 10c coins and some small gold rings, and a broken tone on the dreaded ‘beaver-tail’ aluminium pull-tab. A high tone will be emitted for more valuable items such as pre-decimal coins, higher value decimal coins, plus silver, copper and gold. When using the standard Discrimination mode, the Disc. knob can also be adjusted clockwise to null out (with no audio response) various junk items, such as steel and aluminium pull-tabs and still giving a high tone on other higher conductive targets.

     

    If the detector is to be used for basic gold prospecting, the All Metal mode should be used. The detector has the ability to detect gold nuggets over 1 gram in size in most ground conditions, as well as through black sands using the standard 8” waterproof spider search coil. For detection of smaller nuggets from ½ gram to 1 gram, we recommend the use of the 4” waterproof closed coil. A simple 'step-by-step' instruction sheet is also included.

    As previously mentioned, the 'Tracker IV' has a self-adjusting variable discriminator ... not a pre-set jewellery setting as on some other brands of metal detectors which can reject valuable gold rings and other valuable jewellery items ... nor does it have a fixed depth setting which reduces the detector's depth !

    The variable tone discriminator on the 'Tracker IV' allows you to accept these good targets like jewellery and rings and gives a separate tone on rejected items  such as most aluminium pull-tabs.

    The TRACKER IV has also proved itself to be a good basic detector for gold prospecting too !   

        A Victorian 31 gram Gold Nugget found with the 'Tracker IV' worth about $1300.00

     

    Please read our "Hunting up a Bounty of Gold" article in our 'Metal Detecting Stories' - page ... under METAL DETECTORS at the top of this page.

    If the detector is used for basic gold prospecting, the All Metal mode should be used. The detector has the ability to detect gold nuggets over 1 gram in size in most ground conditions, as well as through black sands using the standard waterproof 8" spider coil. For detection of smaller nuggets from ½ gram to 1 gram, we recommend the use of the 4" waterproof closed coil.

    The maximum depth is around 2 feet plus using the standard 8" coil. More depth can be achieved ... up to around 4 feet using the 10" coil.

    The TRACKER IV also features an intensity meter that indicates the strength of the target and a low battery alert. 

    To sum up, this detector is one of the great success stories and is Australia's most popular detector in finding gold and treasure – Wait ‘till you use it ...  you won’t want to put it down!

    ....... It is interesting to note, that the majority of our customers have paid for their detector with their finds within the first month of using this detector!

    Full 5 Year Factory Limited Warranty.     Price only: $325.00

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    QUICK SILVER   

    This silent-search motion detector is designed for the amateur treasure hunter to locate coins, jewellery and artifacts.

    The QUICKSILVER metal detector features Squelch-Tech ® a new version of pre-set ground balance that nulls the effect of iron mineralization in the ground and eliminates most false signals, Push-button discrimination and one-touch depth control which makes it easier to use. Four (4) segment digital target identification and 3 Tone audio feedback for accurate identification of buried objects. It also has an easy view LCD display readable at varying distances. 

    It has four (4) simple touch-pads. These being a separate ‘On’ and a separate ‘Off’ touch-pad, Depth Selection touch-pad and a Target Reject touch-pad. It also features four (4) modes of operation being: All Metal and three (3) Tone Discrimination modes. The All Metal mode will (as it says) detect all kinds of metal whether it be ferrous (iron metal) or non-ferrous (non-iron metals) such as gold, silver, copper, aluminium, brass etc.

    This unit is fitted with an 8" waterproof open spider search coil. Other details as per GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS and OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES sections on this page.

         Quick Silver                

    When the unit is turned on, the detector automatically defaults into the All Metal mode – in other words, both ferrous (iron) and non-ferrous (non-iron) metal targets will be located. The Depth Selection indicator on the screen will show two (2) segments ‘Shallow & Medium’ – just press the touch-pad again and the third segment ‘Deep’ will appear. At this setting the detector operates at its maximum depth which is the best setting to use. (If you are looking for a target close to the surface, then use the ‘Shallow’ mode or if the target is slightly deeper use the ‘Medium’ mode).

      By pressing the Target – Reject (Discrimination) Push-pad, you will find an “X” will appear under each of the three (3) columns: Iron; Al/Zn; Al/5c … thus indicating that all targets under that relevant column will be rejected. Most ferrous targets plus the 5c coin will be rejected in the first column. Most of the low-value pre-decimal coins (3d and 6d) as well as some cupro-nickel decimal coins (20c; 50c; $1; $2) plus the ½ & 1 Sovereign coins which come under the Al/Zn column.

      The 10c coin, and 9 Karat gold rings will come into the Al/5c column together with most aluminium pull-tabs. The last column shows “COINS” … here you will find that all copper and silver coins will be accepted. To make it easy for you, we have re-calibrated the unit and provide a Probable Target Identification Guide which gives you some indication as to which Australian coins (Pre-decimal and decimal) and other targets show under the relevant column. This also includes a separate easy-to-read ‘step-by-step’ operational guide.  

    When the batteries need replacing a Low Battery Indicator will appear at the bottom left-hand side of the LCD Screen showing the words "LOW BATTERY" when the batteries are discharged to a level of 6.8 volts.  Simply replace with two (2) new 9 volt Alkaline batteries. We recommend that you swap the battery from each terminal lead around at around 10 hours of usage. This helps to extend the battery life to approximately to around 20 hours (+/-) depending upon the brand of  Alkaline battery being used. 

    If you use any other type of battery ... example: Heavy Duty, Extra Heavy Duty, Rechargeable batteries etc., you will find that the detector may not operate correctly as it is designed to operate on Alkaline batteries.

    This unit can be used for basic gold prospecting, but it will not be as sensitive or go as deep as the Tracker IV metal detector.

    Full 5 Year Factory Limited Warranty.     Price only: $385.00

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    LONE STAR

    This model has proved extremely popular to those requiring some sort of target identification and is similar to the QUICK DRAW II model.

    The  LONE STAR metal detector features automatic ground cancelling and has three (3) touch-pad operating modes. These are: All Metal, Disc (Variable Discrimination) and Auto Notch. There are only two (2) control knobs. One is the On/Off/Sensitivity control and the other a Variable Discrimination control.

                                      

    This model has proved extremely popular to those requiring some sort of target identification and is similar to the 'QUICK DRAW II' model. The LONE STAR is a silent-search motion metal detector features pre-set automatic ground cancelling and has three (3) touch-pad operating modes. These are: (a) All Metal (b) Disc (Variable Discrimination) and … (c) Auto Notch. There are only two (2) control knobs. One is the On/Off/Sensitivity control and the other a Variable Discrimination control. The Discrimination control can be adjusted manually to reject unwanted targets as required.

    The All Metal mode has a single tone for all targets whether they be ferrous (iron metal) or non-ferrous (non-iron metals) whereas the Discrimination and Auto Notch modes have three (3) tones for non-ferrous targets. These are low, medium and high. The Auto Notch provides automatic discrimination for ferrous metals and most aluminium pull-tabs. The LCD Display / I.D. meter has 5 sections indicating what the possible target is. However, like all Bounty Hunter metal detectors, we issue a step-by-step operation guide together with a chart as to where which Australian pre-decimal and decimal coins come into what section. This unit is fitted with an 8” waterproof open spider search coil. 

    Full 5 Year Factory Limited Warranty.   Price only: $415.00

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    QUICK DRAW II  

    The next model up …  is the QUICK DRAW II.

    This is one of Australia's most popular metal detectors for basic gold prospecting, beachcombing, coin and treasure hunting.

    It provides you with information as to what the target could be and also at what depth in inches. Experience over the years has shown that under normal circumstances most coins and relics are found no more than 4 to 6 inches deep. The exception to this is of course is material which has been added later.

                       

     

    With the QUICK DRAW II metal detector you get a double Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) system. One meter gives Target Identification and the other a Probable Target Depth. This silent-search detector also having 'Ground Trac' ® Automatic Ground Balance is ideal for coin hunting. With this unit, you have four (4) modes of operation to choose from: an independent motion All Metal mode plus three (3) motion Discrimination modes. The Standard Discrimination mode operates on the same touch-pad as the All Metal mode. When the Disc/Notch knob is set at ‘Low’ the unit will detect both ferrous and non-ferrous metals. When this knob is adjusted further clockwise past the marked Disc position, ferrous targets will be rejected with no audio response. You can adjust this further to eliminate with no audio response other non-ferrous targets such as aluminium pull-tabs etc. but will still respond on other more conductive non-ferrous targets.

    Possibly, the best mode to use on this unit is the Notch mode, where it will reject most ferrous targets with no audio response, yet give three (3) Tone Audio Discrimination responses (low, medium and high tones) on other non-ferrous targets. The Disc/Notch knob can then be re-adjusted clockwise to reject other unwanted targets, again, with no audio response. The Auto Notch mode will automatically reject iron and the dreaded 'beaver-tail' aluminium pull-tabs with no audio response yet retain detection of most cupro-nickel coins and small gold rings and other more valuable gold, silver, copper and other more conductive targets using the three (3) Tone Audio Discrimination system. This is a valuable reference when trying to avoid digging trash items, and along with the Visual Target Identification meter, ensures ease of use in determining trash from treasure.

    The QUICK DRAW II has a self-adjusting variable discriminator ... in all the Discrimination modes not a pre-set jewellery setting as on some other brands of metal detectors which can reject valuable gold rings and other valuable jewellery items ... nor does it have a fixed depth setting which reduces the detector's depth ! 

    The variable tone discriminator on the 'Quick Draw II' allows you to accept these good targets like jewellery and rings and gives a separate tone on rejected items  such as most aluminium pull-tabs.

    This detector has also proved itself to be a good basic detector for gold prospecting too !   

    The QUICK DRAW II metal detector has also been re-calibrated by us for Australian ground conditions. The Discrimination has also been re-calibrated for both Australian pre-decimal and decimal coins including the rejection of most aluminium pull-tabs.   You will love using this detector with its ease of operation. There's nothing else around that will do all of this … and you can't beat the price either … not forgetting Bounty Hunter's 5 Year Factory Limited Warranty.

    If this detector is being used for basic gold prospecting, detect in the All Metal mode. It has the ability to locate gold nuggets from 1 gram as well as through black sand material, using the standard 8” waterproof open spider search coil. If you wish to detect smaller nuggets from ½ gram to 1 gram we advise that the 4” waterproof closed coil be used.

    Also included is a comprehensive 'step-by-step' operation guide together with a chart as to where each Australian pre-decimal and decimal come under which column.

    For only $425.00 ... this model is the cheapest and most effective popular metal detector ... for basic gold prospecting, beachcombing, coin and treasure hunting ... on the Australian market today ... and you get all these features!

       A selection of coins, jewellery and artefacts found with the 'Quick Draw II'

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    SHARP SHOOTER II  

    Introducing the SHARP SHOOTER II … This model (similar to the 'Land Star' ) is a newly designed microprocessor silent-search detector and was designed with exact specifications to fill the needs of the metal detectorist for an excellent recovery rate and ease of operation.

    This is one of Australia’s most popular "all-round" metal detectors for gold prospecting, beachcombing, coin and treasure hunting and is specially manufactured for us to our special specifications for Australia's mineralized ground conditions as well as being specially calibrated for Australian coins.

    It features total Automatic Ground Balance with a ‘Ground Trac’ ® retune touch-pad (instead of an initial manual Ground Balance setting) as well as most of all the usual features as found on the 'Land Star' with the exception of the Depth Indicator.

    The SHARP SHOOTER II has a Digital LCD Probable Target Readout System with a touch-pad No-Motion All Metals mode and three (3) Discrimination touch-pad modes: (a) Standard Discrimination (b) Notch … and (c) Auto Notch all at an affordable price.

    It combines ease of use with a visual reference by an arrow that allows the user to determine what type of metal is being detected when operating in any of the three (3) Discrimination modes. This arrow remains until another object is located. Furthermore, the additional Target Mode Indicator LCD shows an arrow that allows a constant visual reference as to which particular mode is being used.

                             

    By pressing the All Metal touch-pad, the unit will respond to all types of metal without any discrimination. The detector will not require motion to detect a target in this mode of operation. The Ground Balance is automatic and can frequently updated by simply pressing the 'Ground Trac' ® touch-pad. This All meta; mode is the one to use when gold prospecting, which like the 'Land Star' is capable of locating gold nuggets of over 1 gram in size when using the standard 8" waterproof open spider coil. Smaller nuggets from about ½ gram upward can be found with the 4" waterproof closed coil.

    The detector has the same three (3) Discrimination modes with 3 Tone I.D. as the 'Quick Draw II' and 'Land Star' models as described above. The best mode to use for coin and treasure hunting is the Notch mode. This unit also has a Low Battery Indicator. 

    The SHARP SHOOTER II metal detector has also been re-calibrated further by us for the worst Australian ground conditions. The Discrimination has also been re-calibrated for both Australian pre-decimal and decimal coins  including the rejection of most aluminium pull-tabs including the dreaded "beaver-tail" pull-tab.

    Also included is a comprehensive 'step-by-step' operation guide together with a chart as to where all Australian pre-decimal and decimal coins come into what section.  

    To sum up, as mentioned earlier, this metal detector is a great ‘all-rounder’ for gold prospecting, beachcombing, coin and treasure hunting.  You will love the ease of operation too !

    Price only: $660.00.    Full 5 Year Factory Limited Warranty.

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    LAND STAR  

    For the more serious gold prospector and treasure hunter the popular LAND STAR silent-search metal detector, is an excellent unit packed with many features.

    The non-motion All Metal mode provides both Manual and Automatic re-tuning ‘Ground Trac’ ® Ground Balancing which is ideal for gold prospecting. Like the ‘Quick Draw II’ two (2) LCD’s are located at the centre of the control box housing. The Target I.D. readout indicates the probable target being detected whilst simultaneously the Depth Indicator will indicate the target’s depth. On both of these readouts an arrow will lock on and stay on until another target is detected.

                      

    With the Standard Discrimination control set at ‘Low’ it rejects iron targets (with no audio response) whilst all other non-ferrous targets give one of three (3) Tone Audio Discrimination levels depending on its conductivity. The Notch mode automatically rejects iron metal (with no audio response) and accepts all non-ferrous metals. The Disc/Notch knob can then be adjusted further clockwise to reject other non-ferrous targets such as aluminium pull-tabs with no audio response. If the Auto Notch mode is used, which is excellent for beachcombing, coin and treasure hunting it automatically rejects iron and 'beaver-tail' and most other aluminium pull-tabs with no audio response, whilst accepting all other non-ferrous targets with three (3) Tone Audio Discrimination.

    If this detector is used for gold prospecting, the All Metal mode is the one to use, also being able to detect gold nuggets through black sand. For general prospecting, the 8” waterproof spider search coil will quite easily detect gold over 1 gram in size. If smaller nuggets are to found (over ½ gram), we suggest the use of the 4” waterproof closed coil.

    The unit also has a Low Battery Indicator that blinks when the batteries are low. All in all, this unit is a great treasure hunting unit whether it be for inland hunting or beachcombing. The LAND STAR detector has also been re-calibrated by us for Australian ground conditions. The Discrimination has also been re-calibrated for both Australian pre-decimal and decimal coins including the rejection of most aluminium pull-tabs.

    Also included is a comprehensive 'step-by-step' operation guide together with a Identification Chart as to where both Australian pre-decimal and decimal coins come into what column.   Full 5 Year Limited Warranty.

    Price only: $775.00.    Full 5 Year Factory Limited Warranty.

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    LAND RANGER  

    This model is similar to the ‘Time Ranger’ being a top-of-the-line professional inland treasure hunting metal detector, offering top features indispensable for the serious metal detectorist.  A large LCD panel displays current operating status at all times during in-the-field application. 

                        


    The unit features microprocessor circuitry with All Metal Audio Threshold +/-, Sensitivity Level +/-, ‘Smart Trac’ ® Automatic Ground Balance, Ground Balance Monitor, Programmable Target I.D. (and a scale that shows what the probable target could be) together with Target Number Identification, Pre-set Discrimination, Target Accept/Reject, Iron Level Discrimination, and a Depth Readout all of which, are displayed on the LCD panel. This model is powered by two (2) 1.5 volt “C” size Batteries (not supplied).

    The LAND RANGER is designed for every metal detecting application at a professional level. All features and functions are highly visible with no hidden programming. The touch-pads keep all modes of operation at quick and easy access while the LCD emits a constant reference source maximizing every possibility for finding treasure. 

    The unit comes with the standard 8” waterproof open spider search coil. Price only: $1200.00.    

    This model can also be supplied with two (2) coils: 8" waterproof open spider coil and the 4" closed coil and is priced at $1280.00.

    Full 5 Year Factory Limited Warranty.

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    ACCESSORIES:

       4" (Closed) Search coil

      8" or 10" Search Coil

        4"  and 10"   (Closed) Coil Covers   (in Black)

      8" (Open spider) Coil Cover

       'Bounty Hunter' Metal Detector Carry Bag

          Stereo Headphones - with separate volume adjustment

           Finds Pouch & Trowel

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    TYPICAL COMMENTS AND REPORTS FROM AUSTRALIA-WIDE BOUNTY HUNTER OWNERS

    H.M.  Linton, Victoria.   "My name is Helen May, thought I would send you a copy of a photo of my husband Graham, he found this 31 gram nugget with my Bounty Hunter Tracker IV. His detector, Minelab 3000 was in for repair, so he had to go with the Tracker, or sit in the car & watch the rest of us, & we could not believe it, there were four of us there, the other guy who had a Minelab 3500 machine, walked away in disgust, but you still can`t get the smile off my Graham`s face, it’s the biggest nugget he has ever found, found just three weeks ago. Thank you Helen.   

    (Photos of this gold nugget with the Tracker IV can be viewed on our " Recent News "  page which can be found at the top of this page.)

    (Email)   Hi Dave -   You may remember me from over the "ditch" purchasing a Bounty Hunter Tracker IV detector.  I’ve had huge luck in finding coins dating back to ’67, one silver ring and chain. It’s so much easier to use, so thanks for the great advice you gave me during the selection. Hope to catch up with you soon.  Regards, Roy (New Zealand) July, 2007.

    N.G.  Monto,  Q'ld.  "I've found these coins with the Sharp Shooter II in a few weeks that I've had it. Coins found so far: 2 tokens in the same hole (1863 H. Mulligan 1d, Rockhampton & 1863  1/2d Metcalfe & Lloyd. 1 sixpence 1948, 4 threepences 1936, 1943D, 1952 & 1954. 1 penny 1921. Also some decimal coins: 6 x $2; 4 x $1; 2 x 20c; 3 x 10c; 4 x 5c; 8 x 2c & 10 x 1c. Will keep in touch".  

    J.H. Canberra, Australian Capital Territory   "I’ve been out only 15 times and have so far recovered the cost of my Quick Draw II. I’m just coin hunting and so far I’ve found: 106 x $2; 152 x $1; 93 x 50c; 85 x 20c; 196 x 10c; 483 x 5c; 69 x 2c; 43 x 1c = $453 plus some rings and a brooch".

    R.B. Hebersham, New South Wales   "A very neat and compact machine, easy to set up and simple to operate".

    M.R.C. Glebe Point, New South Wales   "Works very well, amazed at the accuracy of the detector".

    E.H. Hastings, Victoria   "A much better detector compared with others in the price range…….".

    J.F.D.  Rockhampton, Queensland   "My mate and myself detected an old goldfield north of here a couple of weeks ago. He had a SD Detector which picked up a lot of iron rubbish. It was everywhere but no gold. I went over the same area with my Bounty Hunter Tracker IV and found 6 nuggets totalling 14.8 grams using the Tone Discrimination mode which knocked out the iron. It made my day but not his. I'll buy another detector soon for my wife.

    J.B. Queanbeyan, Australian Capital Territory    "It works very well and goes very deep".

    R.C. Dutton Park, Queensland    "Very happy with the results obtained".

    T.J.B. Curtin, Australian Capital Territory     "Best for the price around".

    S.R. Peak Hill, New South Wales    "Very well made, the excellent warranty is certainly an incentive to buy such a detector".

    W.G.H. Lismore, New South Wales    "I love the Tracker IV. I found $17.10 the first day out in a very trashy area. Here’s my order for a Quick Draw II this time plus a 4" coil so I can go gold prospecting"

    P.B.H. Booborowie, South Australia    "I am very pleased with my new Bounty Hunter detector, as are others who have seen it work".

    G.W.L. Armidale, New South Wales     "David, I just had to let you know that I found 3 gold nuggets and 11 old Australian coins with my new Sharp Shooter II detector last weekend. It's a great machine".

    A.H.P. Kingaroy, Queensland    "Your delivery was very prompt, nearly unbelievable!"

    B.H. Peterborough, South Australia    "Thanks for sending my Tracker IV detector. It has already found plenty of coins around some of the old houses around here. I am looking forward to using it when I go to the Flinders Ranges in my holidays".

    E.W. Hobart, Tasmania   "Very impressed with the performance".

    A.D.C. Alleena, New South Wales    "Very useful on the farm for finding underground pipes and mislaid tools".

    D.J.T. Alice Springs, Northern Territory   "Thanks for being so prompt in sending my Time Ranger detector. I’ve been out a few times and I am amazed with the depth and accuracy of the meter. Have found 7 gold nuggets so far with it on an old goldfield north of here".

    B.S. Ipswich, Queensland     "The Tracker IV discriminates better than my Minelab Sovereign".

    P.G.W. Hackett, Australian Capital Territory      "A compact and reliable unit, good value compared with all the others on the market".

    B.B. Runcorn, Queensland     "Bought it to find some lost jewellery and to have some fun too".

    W.E.S. Fremantle, Western Australia   "Just a note to let you know that my Bounty Hunter Land Star arrived O.K. and I have taken it out to an old park and found so many coins that my pants kept falling down. That’s fair dinkum – my wife thought it was funny!".

    A.R.L. Sale, Victoria      "Good machine the Quick Draw II. Operates extremely well for the price bracket. Excellent at determining finds".

    R.E.G. Southport, Queensland    "My son is having a ball with his Tracker IV and finding heaps!".

    N.F. Kaleen, Australian Capital Territory      "This is my second purchase of a Bounty Hunter detector".

    F.G.H. Largs Bay, South Australia    "I love my Tracker IV detector at the beach – it leaves my old "green machine" for dead! I have shown my detecting mate and he is going to get one too".

    G.E. Byron Bay, New South Wales     "Very good attention and service".

    R.G.M. Luina, Tasmania     "Best value for money".

    S.C. Slacks Creek, Queensland     "Easy to operate and am finding lots of coins. You saved me a lot of money in buying a Bounty Hunter. Thanks again".

    K.C. Lindenow, Victoria    "Well balanced, simple to use. Detection depth is excellent".

    R.T.S. Yamba, New South Wales    "Here’s my order for a Tracker IV on the same sound advice you have so willingly given in the past".

    M.D. Rockhampton, Queensland       "An ideal machine for an ideal hobby".

    K.H. Gayndah, Queensland     "Simple to operate and very effective".

    J.K. Greymouth, New Zealand. "Enclosed is my warranty card. The Quick Draw II works extremely well on the ‘black sands’ beach over here and it is simply amazing what it can find real deep".

    J.U.T. Bathurst, New South Wales      "A versatile and practical unit with many features".

    J.M.M. Geraldton, Western Australia      "I found a 6 gram gold nugget with my Tracker IV in the middle of a junk area in an old gold ghost town. Simply unbelievable!".

    R.W.H. Sunnybank, Queensland     "Thanks, David, for suggesting a Bounty Hunter detector for my coin hunting hobby. It’s good to know that you are there in case I have any questions and peace of mind with the 5 year warranty".

    D.B. Leura, New South Wales   "Compact, light, well finished and easy operation".

    H.M. Barcaldine, Queensland     "I love the Bounty Hunter Quick Draw II detector you sent. I took it to an old shearing shed on my parents property and found lots of coins that the old shearers must have lost".

    W.E.W. Gladstone, Queensland     "Thanks for sending that tips sheet with the detector – it came in real handy…….will let you know how I get on".

    R.P. Parramatta, New South Wales     "Thanks for sending my detector. It was a surprise to get such a great machine at a down to earth price especially with the 5 year warranty. My card is enclosed".

    G.H. Glenunga, South Australia      "I took my Land Star to Morialta Falls last weekend and found over $27.00 in coins in 2 hours. I love the tone discrimination – those $2 coins really stand out".

    A.R.W. Maroochydore, Queensland      "I had to write you a letter…….I found a diamond ring with my Bounty Hunter Tracker IV last weekend at the beach. My local jewellers valued it $1200…… Thanks again for your help, David".

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    There are many other metal detecting stories to read .... just go to   Up   in the left-hand side column of this page

    Then run down the list to  ... METAL DETECTING STORIES.

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    5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

    AUSTRALASIAN WARRANTY

    For private / hobby use only

    This warranty only applies to Bounty Hunter metal detectors purchased from us as the sole Australasian Importer of First Texas Bounty Hunter Detectors (FTP), manufactured in El Paso, Texas, United States of America.

    The instrument is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 5 years.

    This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights, which vary from state to state.

    During the first two (2) years of the warranty period, the manufacturer (FTP) will at its option elect to repair or replace any components found to be defective under normal use without charge except for transportation costs.

    During the third (3rd) to fifth (5th) years the manufacturer (FTP) will at its option elect to repair or replace any components found to be defective under normal use without charge except for labour and transportation costs.

    This warranty excludes batteries, battery contacts or damage caused by inferior or incorrectly sized batteries or battery leakage, normal wear of search coil housing (coil covers should be fitted), cable breakage due to flexing. Also excluded is damage caused by normal wear, accident, misuse, tampering, negligent handling, abuse, unauthorised service, alteration, modification or prolonged exposure to corrosive compounds including salt.

    This warranty is non transferable and is restricted to the original purchaser named on the Warranty Registration Card and is valid only if the Warranty Card has been completed and mailed to us as the Australasian Distributor within 30 days from the date of the original sale.

    For any service required, simply return the detector (CONTROL BOX AND SEARCH COIL ONLY) accompanied by a detailed explanation of the symptoms of failure, freight pre-paid to our postal address which appears on this web-site.

    Bounty Hunter metal detectors that are purchased for Industrial and commercial applications are only warranted for parts and labour for a period of 12 months.

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    PRICE LIST

    MODEL:

    All detectors are fitted with a waterproof search coil.

    With Australasian  5 Year Warranty

    PRICE LIST 

     (Incl. GST)     

    FAST TRACKER

    7" Closed Coil

    315.00

    TRACKER IV

    8" Open Spider Coil

    325.00

    QUICK SILVER 

    8" Open Spider Coil

    385.00

    LONE STAR

    8" Open Spider Coil

    415.00

    QUICK DRAW II

    8" Open Spider Coil

    425.00

    SHARP SHOOTER II

    8" Open Spider Coil

    660.00

    LAND STAR

    8" Open Spider Coil

    775.00

    LAND RANGER

    8" Open Spider Coil or 10" Open Spider Coil

    1,200.00

    LAND RANGER

    8" Open & 4" Closed Coils (2 Coils)

    1,280.00

    TIME RANGER

    8" Open Spider Coil

    Discontinued

    TIME RANGER

    8" Open & 4" Closed Coils (2 Coils)

    Discontinued

    ACCESSORIES:

    New !

    11" Oval Coil For maximum depth up to 5 feet deep 165.00

    10" Coil For maximum depth up to 3' 6" feet deep 105.00

    8"  Coil For maximum depth up to 2' to 2' 6" feet deep 92.00

    4"  Coil For maximum depth up to 10" deep 85.00

    10" Coil Cover  (Open) 20.00

    10" Coil Cover  (Closed) 18.50

    8"   Coil Cover  (Open) 18.00

    7"   Coil Cover  (Closed) 17.50

    4"  Coil Cover   (Closed) 16.00

    RPG Stereo  Headphones with Volume Adjustment 32 ohm with ¼" plug 39.50

    Lower Rod (Including Plastic Nut & Bolt) 25.00

    Carry Bag 75.00

    Bounty Hunter Cap 15.00

    Finds Pouch & Stainless Steel Trowel 37.50

    9 v Alkaline Batteries (Price each) 4.00

       

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