Bounty Hunter Platinum Reviews, Price and Specifications

All-Purpose Land Metal Detector

Retail Price: $579.95 (£358.00, €410.00)

Available Reviews: 4

Avg. Rating (4.8 Stars)

Specifications:

• Operating frequency: 7.8 kHz
• Jumbo 2 Digit LCD Target Readout
• LCD Depth Display
• Low Battery Indicator
• No Motion Ground Grab
• Push-Button Pinpoint Control
• 4 Modes of Operation
• Computer Assisted Ground Balance
• 8 Inch Open Face Coil System
• Numeric Depth Display
• Progressive Discrimination
• 4 Tone Audio Discrimination
• Sensitivity Adjustment
• Adjustable Volume Control
• Overload Alarm System
• Arm Strap Included
• Arc Stand Built Into Handle
• Padded Arm Rest
• Comfort Hand-Grip
• Search Coils: 8" D-Tech (standard), 11" x 7" BiAxial (Pro package)
• Power Supply: One 9V Alkaline Battery (not included)
• Battery life: 25 hours
• Adjustable 3 Piece Aluminum Stem
• Headphone Jack: 1⁄8″ Mini Jack
• Length: 110-148 cm (adjustable)
• Operating temperature range: 0° to +40°C
• Operating Humidity range: 0-90%
• 5 Year Warranty
• Discover the oldest and deepest coins, rings, jewelry and relics with the Bounty Hunter Platinum. This is Bounty Hunters' top of the line metal detector. This model features both audio and visual target identification, custom modes, an expanded depth reading and a jumbo LCD Display.
• The Platinum features a ground balance adjustment to eliminate the effects of minerals at the beach. This is one lightweight, fully featured machine that lets you do it all! Now you can hunt for hours at the beach, parks, historic sites, schoolyards or in the woods.

Reviews:

Great Machine for the Price

by Arturo in McAllen , TX -

I started detecting back in 1977, and machines have really changed for the best. I can also say that due to the discrimination and target ID, I have become lazy when it comes to digging up some targets. I used to dig up more gold items when I had to dig up everything. The weight factor is really what I love about this detector. You will not wear out so quickly as with the heavier ones. It only uses one 9 volt battery compared to other detectors that use a number of them that makes it heavier. I have been using this detector for a while so it tells you that it is one of my favorite detectors. I recently bought a Platinum Pro with the big oval coil. It is heavier, but I can just change the coil from the other Platinum. I got out yesterday and dug up 5 in change including a dollar coin. Keep on digging them up!

Nov 03, 2020

Lightweight and Easy to Use

by Arturo in McAllen , TX -

I have been using this detector for about 5 years. I also have a Teknetics Gamma 6000, but I seem to be more fond of the BH. I recently found another Platinum on sale from a seller that did not develop the bug for detecting. I really enjoy the ease of use and weight factor that helps me detect for longer periods of time. I am no spring chicken anymore, and it really helps.

Oct 30, 2020

My first metal detector purchase

by GK in Western Michigan,USA -

I am new to metal detecting. I spent a good bit of time researching reviews, pricing, etc. prior to purchasing my Bounty Hunter Platinum.
My choice was based on price/performance reviews. Bounty Hunter seems to be targeting the entry to medium level detector market. They seem to be doing so successfully, as they have been around a while.
I thought the package it was offered in was a good value, it included the detector and accessories such as headphones, case and recovery tools for $299.00.
My first time using the Platinum was in my backyard. It was just to become familiar with its operation and capabilities, without the expectation of finding much. Within one minute of ground balancing it, I located post 1982 penny in about 4 inches of heavy clay based ground which is like a rock a couple inches deep. I found several more coins - all clad, within a few minutes.
I have used it 3 times since for a total of 6 hours, at swimming and playground areas. I have found lots of clad coins, a Christmas bell charm with a small diamond and a 10kt gold band.
I am pleased with detector's performance, I can't compare it to another brand as it's my first. The ground grab feature seems to work well, its pinpointing is very accurate, the i.d. of targets is accurate and it is comfortable to use. I have as other users have, turned it off accidentally while pressing the pinpointing button.
After using it, I have no regrets, I still think it has a good price/performance value. As I use it more, and my capabilities improve, I am sure it will serve me well!

Jul 22, 2012

About 10 hours on the machine

by Charlives in usa -

I picked up the Platinum last week and spent hours air/garden/field testing it. Easy to run. Pinpoint is right on. I like the nomotion-all metal mode. The ground grab is easy but needs to be repeated at times as it seems to have problems "grabbing" some soils. Temperature changes seem to effect the machine. After a few min in a new environment it calms down. This machine is LOUD....but you can turn it down, unfortunately you have to do this at every start up. It is also very light. It only needs one battery but my first one lasted about 10 hours...which will end up being about the same as other MDs that get about 20 hours out of two. I inadvertently turned it off with my thumb because the pinpoint and power buttons are too close. Not a big deal. All in all, it is a workable machine that I would classify as intermediate. Very good for the price.

Jul 27, 2011