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Review by: Tim Elias

User Experience: 7+ years

Submitted on: Apr 8, 2008

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When I first started metal detecting I had no idea what I was getting into. My first detector was one I bought at a yard sale. Although it was good for the start of my new hobby, I soon outgrew it and lusted for more. Some people are born into wealth and others like me have to work for it. I couldn't afford the more expensive models (wife not willing) so I selected the Garrett Ace 250 for my next detector. I mainly hunt coins and relics in nearby locations, and couldn't wait to try my new Ace 250.

When it arrived, I went to a local park and tried the volleyball courts. The sand made it easy to retrieve the found items. I couldn't believe the simplicity of the unit and how effective it is. That day I found over $20.00 in coins and several earrings.

What surprised me the most was that I searched this same location two times prior to this with the other detector; and found a coin or two, but not like this. I guess you could say I've been bitten by the bug and hunt as often as I can. What a machine, I love it!

On my most recent outing, I hit a nearby lake and immediately began getting hits. My first find was a gold chain, small but in great shape. By the end of the day I had fifteen fishing lures, and a jar full of hooks. The star of the day was a man’s gold wedding band. I have found items as small as staple and as large as an old car door, this unit does it all.

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Review by: Earl Peterson

User Experience: 4-6 years

Submitted on: Mar 17, 2008

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I have been using my Garrett ACE 250 for about 5 years and enjoy it very much. Mostly I search for relics and coins. I have found some interesting things like old cartridge's, from Civil War era. Most of the coins I found Were new,but a few were old. The Detector was easy to use and the features it has are sufficient(I.D, Digital Display and Discrimination.

I would recommend the 250 as a good starter Detector. I get good life out of the batteries and the unit is easy to carry and use. I take it when I go on vacation in my RV. I search playgrounds campgrounds fishing holes, swimming holes, Baseball fields in and around the bleachers(when not in use) and campfire areas. It is surprising what people lose at these places. I have been researching New Mexico's part in the Civil War. I have visited many of the battle sites and have found a few relics such as mini balls and cartridges. Also I visited many of the Ghost Towns and mines through out New Mexico.

My Ace 250 has not failed me. My brother-in-law also has a ace 250 and he is very happy with the operation of the unit. When I am ready to
take it up a notch I hope to buy a Gold detector as I would like to do some searching for Gold. I am retired now and have more time to expand on my hobbies and I feel it is relaxing to metal detect and be out with nature.

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Review by: Christopher Burrell

User Experience: Newbie

Submitted on: Mar 17, 2008

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I search for every thing coins, relics, jewelry, cashes any thing that the ACE 250 metal detector will pick up. Even though there are only a few areas close by to go I all ways find some thing even if its a nail tab or coins. Mostly though the places I go I find coins and the occasional ring or necklace.

My personal favorite find was a very nice 14k gold pocket watch. I have also found quit a few bullets while hunting through the woods near my house. I found that this detector does great in any condition I have put it through.The ACE 250 is solid and small but don't let the size fool you. It's a rugged little machine.

The visual display is clear. The sounds of the machine, the tones that indicate when you have hit a coin, iron, or just trash, are all clear and distinct. You will know when you hit a target worth digging. If you're not sure about the target you will quickly learn to dig it anyway. Many iffy tones, while usually junk, have turned out to be real keepers. It does good when its dry and wet and in all terrain. I find the detector easy to use and light. The controls are simple and easy to get used to. Both my niece and nephew love to go out with me on my hunts.

They seem to find it quite exciting because they never know what they will dig up. I would recommend this metal detector ( the Garrett Ace 250) to anyone thinking about trying metal detecting. Its great for the novice or the seasoned hunter.

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Review by: Martin Boersma

User Experience: Newbie

Submitted on: Apr 8, 2008

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I purchased the Garrett Ace 250 from Kellyco this past winter, but haven't had an opportunity to use it until a week ago (April 2008). The day my Ace arrived, I couldn't wait to open the box and see what my Christmas present to myself looked like. Wow! It’s bright yellow! It didn't take five minutes to put the Ace together, turn it on, and try it out. Actually, I think a ten year old could have done it just as well, as the process was super simple. Now that spring is finally here, it's my time to howl! I've been looking forward to trying my “new” Ace 250 for months!

Mr. Garrett's instructions were straight forward, (starting in all metal modes) and I began finding things right away. All metal modes are a great place to begin, because it gives the beginner the opportunity to learn the different sounds emitting from different kinds of metals in the ground. In no time at all, I learned the difference between iron, bottle caps, tin foil, pull tabs, and coins.

I was surprised to find out that some junk metals sound remarkably like nickel, but I'm getting the hang of it. In just one week, I've found my first wheat penny, several dimes, quarters, a brass soap dish from the 50's, several Catholic aluminum metals, one stainless steal Catholic metal with stainless steal 18" chain, and a screw on fuel tank cap (made by the WR Brown Corporation of Chicago from who knows when.) The Ace 250 is wonderfully easy to use, and the Garrett Performance Ace 6"x 9" coil is extremely accurate and easy to pin-point with and built likes a tank. The Garrett Graphic Target ID is awesome!

The powering up, changing modes from coins to relics to custom mode, to jewelry, to all metal mode, or raising and lowering sensitivity settings couldn't be any easier. After using the Ace 250 for several days, the battery level is still 3/4's full and looks like it will last at least several days more. Talk about conservative! Personally, I think the Garrett Ace 250 is a fantastic unit for beginner, as well as advanced detectorist. It is easy on the pocket to purchase, as it is to use.

Thanks Mr. Garrett! And thanks to Kellyco for the help given me. When I didn't know the difference between a metal detector and a grass trimmer! Well, maybe not a grass trimmer, but you get the idea.

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Review by: Ernie Juliano

User Experience: 7+ years

Submitted on: Apr 8, 2008

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I have been metal detecting for about twenty five years. I have used the Garrett 350, 400, and 750 over the years. To me the 400 is the best all around detector I have ever used. It could pinpoint (not having a pinpoint button) as well as any. When it read a coin it was a coin, when it read gold it was gold etc.

Well, the Garrett Ace 250 is the best bang for your buck. To me it goes as deep, and once you get to know what it is telling you; you are on your way to a great many days of detecting. It is a very easy detector to learn, and you will be outside in the field in no time. The only thing I see that they could do to improve it, is when you go to the beach, it has trouble between coins and non-ferrous metal. As far handling the salt in the sand, it was as good as the 400.

I have taken the Ace 250 to the parks, ball fields, schools, and to a WWII camp here in Florida. This 250 did very well in all of these places. You can use this detector as you first or backup, it’s that good.

One last thing I would like to say, I would hope that the people that make these detectors try and keep the prices down so we can more people get into this great past time. For me, Metal Detecting has been the best thing that I have ever done, and will do it until I can't do it no more.

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