Dan,
I spent a couple years “looking into” the Deus, somewhat fascinated with it and the following it had. I was skeptical of some of the design features but still wanted to see one in person. Finally kickindirt was in town and took time to meet me at a local park so I could have a go with his. I immediately liked it. For me, the audio and lightness in hand were amazing.
I have the 9” x35 with it.
Many have said it is a complicated machine to set up. I don’t think any more so than any other detector with adjustable recovery speed and iron sensitivity. I had it only for a couple weeks when we met for the WTHO in Wells NV in June. I had one of my best outings using the Deus most of that time.
Still, I have a lot to learn with it, but am looking forward to time in the field.
Good luck with yours
Rich
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Deus
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