Bounty Hunter TK4-PL Tracker IV Metal Detector Review
The Bounty Hunter TK4-PL Tracker IV Metal Detector is a high quality detector at an affordable price. It has the core functionality you need without a lot of extra bells and whistles. That translates into very simple controls; there are actually just two knobs (sensitivity and discrimination), so you’ll spend your time out looking for coins and buried treasure instead of reading instruction manuals.
It’s also very lightweight at only four pounds, making it easy to hold for extended periods of time. The simplicity and light weight make it an excellent choice if you have kids that want to get into treasure hunting, though it is equally well suited to adults.
An interchangeable 8 inch waterproof search coil makes it easier to pinpoint and gives you greater depth detection, while the simple analog display shows you clearly the strength of the hit. Find large objects up to 3 feet deep, while small, coin-sized objects are detectable up to 7 inches deep.
The arm cradle and handle are ergonomically designed for comfortable use, and a ¼” headphone jack accepts closed ear headphones, which are better for sound isolation with metal detectors. Dual tone audio discrimination allows you to get a quick idea for what you’ve found. The Bounty Hunter TK4-PL comes with a 5 year limited warranty.
Here are several wonderful features and specifications for the Bounty Hunter TK4-PL:
- Easy to use lightweight metal detector
- Interchangeable 8 inch waterproof search coil
- Analog target indication meter
- Adjustable sensitivity lets you correct for specific targets
- Discrimination control allows elimination of junk and features dual tone alert
- 3 position mode switch
- Runs on two 9 volt batteries (not included) and has low battery warning light
- Dimensions: 28 ½” x 10 ¼” x 6 ¼”
- 5 year limited manufacturer warranty
- Made in the USA
Bounty Hunter TK4-PL Product Reviews
The Bounty Hunter TK4-PL Tracker IV Metal Detector gets great reviews from buyers. The number one comment we found is how extremely easy it is to set up and use. With only two knobs and an analog meter, even children and first time treasure hunters will have no trouble. One reviewer said that the “Tracker IV is a great choice for your kids to use, if they can get it away from you!”
Here is what one of many purchasers thought regarding the Bounty Hunter Tracker IV
The product was easy to put together even without looking at the instructions. As far as using the product there was basically no learning curve. All I had to do was to put it together and start using it. Good vendor, good product, good experience. (D. Mullen)
Reviewers found it was very accurate and they found many coins, pieces of jewelry, and other assorted treasures. Pinpointing was close enough to use a small trowel, and not over dig looking for your target. They also liked the light weight and adjustable shaft, which made it easy for both kids and adults to share the detector. One recommendation by users was to use headphones; as with most detectors, subtle sounds may be missed if not using headphones, so headphone use will increase the number of finds.
If you’re looking for an affordable metal detector that works as well as expensive detectors, but is easy to learn on and adjustable for children and adults alike, the Bounty Hunter TK4-PL Tracker IV Metal Detector is a great choice. The quality is excellent, and the controls don’t get any simpler. We highly recommend the Tracker IV.
