I've always been interested in the hobby of detecting so after years of reading, research and just plain procrastination I decided to buy a Whites DFX. I chose the DFX because it was top of the line, easy to master and light weight. The first week in January 2005 was the first time I ever picked up a detector and at this point I don't think I'll ever put it down.

Being an American in Germany truly does have its rewards considering occupation of these lands date past the 3000 year mark easily. I know this not only from my research, also through one of my finds made a couple months ago. While wondering through the woods and picking up the occasional solid trash signal I had a very hard hitting signal reading at about 4.5 inches deep. As I carefully turned the soil I immediately noticed my prize sticking out from the mound, a nearly 3000 year old Bronze Age dagger head with a beautiful green patina. I sent pictures to "Treasure Hunting Magazine" in England who verified it as a Museum quality Bronze Age Dagger dating before 500 B.C. The article can be found on page 78 of the August 2005 issue.

Thus far I would have to credit my success to my DFX that, amazingly enough, can accept custom programs. To date, I've found over 200 identifiable Bronze Roman Coins, over 180 Bronze Roman Coins without features (Slugs), 2 Silver Roman Coins, 1 Celtic coin, 1 Gold coin, a Bronze Age Dagger, countless numbers of modern coins dating 1786 to present both Silver and mixed metals, Horse Shoes, Spurs, Bells, Thimbles, Buttons, Buckles, Musket balls from the French and Prussian War, and the list goes on.

Since my Son was born, 14-June-2005, I haven't really been out much so my main success was during the first six months of the year. Detecting is a hobby that I'll stick with for the rest of my life and at just 31 years old I hope to one day be able to detect with my son. I would just like to thank the Whites staff for designing a superior detector and making its purchase a truly enjoyable one.

Very respectfully
Tim
American in Germany