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The Garrett 6x11 DD Viper search coil is a waterproof elliptical coil built for traditional ACE series detectors hunting trashy sites. ACE owners working parks, school yards, and fairgrounds with dense iron and foil gain tighter target separation from the Viper's narrower 6-inch width while maintaining 11-inch length for reasonable ground coverage. The elliptical geometry maneuvers between picnic table legs, playground equipment, and bleacher supports, keeping the coil flat to the ground for consistent target response. Waterproof construction handles wet grass, shallow puddles, and rain without performance loss.
What's Included with the Garrett 6x11 Viper Coil
- Garrett 6x11 DD Viper search coil for traditional ACE series detectors
Why ACE Series Owners Reach for the Viper Coil
- Narrower 6-inch width cuts target masking in trashy parks and school yards, improving coin recovery in high-traffic sites.
- Elliptical 6x11 geometry maneuvers around playground equipment, picnic tables, and bleacher supports, maintaining coil-to-ground contact for stable target response.
- Waterproof DD construction handles wet grass, shallow creeks, and rain without performance loss, expanding hunt conditions beyond dry ground.
- Compatible across the Garrett ACE series metal detectors from the ACE 100 through ACE 400, allowing coil swaps as you upgrade detector models.
- Larger alternative: the 14x11 Reaper coil trades maneuverability for 25% wider coverage in open fields and pastures.
Tighter Target Separation in Trashy Park Sites
School Yards and Playground Edges
The Viper's 6-inch width isolates individual coins from surrounding pull tabs and foil wrappers. ACE 300 and Garrett ACE 400 metal detector owners working wood-chip play areas recover silver dimes and quarters masked by aluminum debris. The elliptical shape maneuvers in tight spaces, maintaining coil-to-ground distance for consistent depth readings. Run discrimination at iron reject with notch accept on nickel and zinc ranges to cherry-pick coins while ignoring bottle caps.
- Best for: ACE 300/400 owners hunting high-traffic parks and school grounds with dense modern trash and tight equipment spacing.
- Less ideal for: Open fields and pastures where the Viper's narrower footprint requires more passes to cover ground compared to the 14x11 Reaper coil.
Fairground Bleacher Rows and Vendor Areas
Fairground bleacher rows accumulate decades of dropped change mixed with aluminum cans and steel hardware. The Viper's narrow profile fits between seat supports and under risers. ACE series owners working vendor tent sites after festivals isolate silver coins from foil food wrappers and beverage pull tabs by sweeping slowly at 45-degree angles to the bleacher frame. The waterproof rating handles dew-soaked grass and mud under bleachers without coil failure. Pair the Viper with tips from our metal detecting tips and FAQs page for gridding techniques in cluttered sites.
How it compares to other ACE series coils
| Feature | 14x11 Reaper | 6x11 Viper |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Size | 14in x 11in (35.6cm x 27.9cm) | 6in x 11in (15.2cm x 27.9cm) |
| Coil Shape | Elliptical DD | Elliptical DD |
| Waterproof | Yes | Yes |
| Compatibility | ACE 100/150/200/250/300/350/400, EuroACE | ACE 100/150/200/250/300/350/400, EuroACE |
| Best Use Case | Open fields, pastures, cache hunting | Trashy parks, playgrounds, tight spaces |
Specifications
- Compatibility: Garrett ACE 100, ACE 150, ACE 200, ACE 250, Garrett ACE 300 metal detector - coins, relics & parks, ACE 350, ACE 400, EuroACE (not compatible with ACE Apex)
- Coil Size: 6in x 11in (15.2cm x 27.9cm)
- Coil Shape: Elliptical
- Coil Type: DD (Double-D)
- Waterproof: Yes
- Country of Manufacture: USA
- Warranty: Manufacturer warranty
Why Buy from Serious Detecting
Serious Detecting is an authorized Garrett dealer carrying the full ACE accessory lineup. The Viper coil ships with Garrett's manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. Our team runs ACE series detectors in trashy parks and fairgrounds where the Viper's narrow profile delivers measurable target separation gains over stock coils. Free shipping on this order, 30-day returns, and price-match guarantee. Backed by Garrett's specialized customer support and technical service facility in the United States.
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