Bounty Hunter

Overview

Bounty Hunter is a brand of metal detectors known for producing entry-level to mid-range models that emphasize ease of use, reliability, and affordability. The brand caters to beginners and hobbyists with products designed for detecting coins, relics, jewelry, and other metals, featuring modes like All-Metal, Discrimination, and Tone for target separation.¹³⁵ It holds a position in the budget segment of the metal detecting market, often included in 'best of' lists for value-oriented detectors, and extends to accessories like pinpointer probes.¹³

History

Bounty Hunter was founded in 1976 in the United States as a brand specializing in metal detectors. It has maintained a focus on accessible technology for hobbyists over decades. The brand operates under First Texas Products, which handles design and distribution.³

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Products are designed in the USA by First Texas Products. Specific manufacturing locations are not detailed in available sources.³

Notable Products

• Tracker IV - Popular model with All-Metal, Tone, and Discrimination modes for iron rejection and depth detection.
• Titanium - Mid-range unit offering audio and visual target identification.
• Land Star - Intermediate detector suited for relic and coin hunting.
• Junior Series - Entry-level detectors for new users.

Reputation

Bounty Hunter is perceived positively by hobbyists for its ease of use, affordability, and reliability in entry-level applications. Enthusiasts value models like the Tracker IV for simple operation and effective discrimination on common targets.¹³⁴⁵ Criticisms include limited advanced features compared to higher-end competitors, positioning it mainly for beginners rather than professionals.