I'm new to metal detecting, so I did a lot of research for the right metal detector for me and this Garrett model was a great value and best that I found for a beginner. Its great for the beginner metal detector, but has a lot of the features that Garrett's advanced and more expensive models have. It was easy to assemble even without reading the directions...pretty self explanatory....Very easy to use and operate. It just takes a little practice to recognize what audible tones go with what grade of treasure that you locate. Very pleased with this unit...I found lots of coinage my first time out treasure hunting. I don't really have any bad thing to say about this unit.