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What search modes are available on the VX5?
Garrett Vortex VX5 Multi-Frequency Metal Detector
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May 20, 2026 - 04:20 PM
The VX5 offers four search modes: Zero (no discrimination, ideal for unknown sites), Standard (for relics, jewelry, and most international coins), USA Coins (masks foil and small iron without losing nickels), and Custom (user-adjustable notch and iron settings). Zero mode is where we start at saltwater beaches and trashy relic sites, narrowing discrimination as the target profile becomes clear. Standard mode handles manicured park turf and general coin shooting, while USA Coins is tuned for detectorists who hunt older parks where foil and pulltabs dominate the trash profile.
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Garrett Vortex VX5 Multi-Frequency Metal Detector
The Garrett Vortex VX5 is a multi-frequency metal detector with full 16-foot submersion capability and a lithium-ion battery that runs 15 hours per charge. Built for detectorists who hunt parks, fields, freshwater, and saltwater wading without carrying two machines, the VX5 delivers simultaneous mul...
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