Bounty Hunter TRACKERIV/TK4-PL Metal Detector Review
Looking for a mid-range metal detector which can be used in rain or shine? Perhaps the Bounty Hunter TRACKERIV/TK4-PL Metal Detector will be right up your alley. This detector from Bounty Hunter is one of the cheapest in their range, retailing for just over $100 as of today.
But the ultimate question is - could that $100 investment be worth its weight in gold by helping you to discover metal objects (and possibly hidden treasures) underground? We set out to see. [phpzon]"","","","",B00005A3L1[phpzon]
Bounty Hunter TRACKERIV/TK4-PL Metal Detector Features & Specifications
Size & Weight
The Bounty Hunter TRACKERIV/TK4-PL Metal Detector is a standard sized metal detector with an 8" interchangeable and washable curl at the bottom (which is the key part of the device). The product in total is about 28 inches in length, and 10 inches at its widest point (the user display).
Furthermore, it weighs approximately 4.6 pounds - which is extremely light compared to many other metal detectors on the market.
Detection Abilities
This metal detector has a number of different modes and functions which allows it to detect an array of different metals and underground objects. For example, the dual-tone discrimination mode allows you to distinguish between objects which are made from more than one type of metal - ultimately giving you better clues as to what that object might actually be.
There is also a control for power and sensitivity, giving you the option of powering up the device to handle different ground types or gradients.
Interface & Controls
The Bounty Hunter TRACKERIV/TK4-PL Metal Detector has a 3 position mode switch on the top display, along with the power button and a speaker so that you can hear the audio outputs from the device when metal is detected.
In this respect, the controls are very standard and simple, and even the beginner user will be able to work out exactly how to get the device going. The distance between the controls and the arm strap is almost perfect, making it an extremely "comfortable" appliance to use (if it is actually possible for a metal detector to be "comfortable"!).
Our Rating of the Bounty Hunter TRACKERIV/TK4-PL Metal Detector
Overall during our testing, the Bounty Hunter TRACKERIV/TK4-PL Metal Detector performed well to a very reasonable detection depth. Whilst the device is targeted at the novice / beginner market, we think that it will satisfy intermediate metal detector users also - assuming that they want a simplistic and easy to use machine.
The product is priced competitively in today's market, and whilst it doesn't provide all of the bells and whistles that we have seen on other metal detectors, it still gets a 5 star ranking for its solid performance and ease of use.
