Description
Replace a worn search coil or keep a reliable spare on hand with the Bounty Hunter 8" Waterproof Concentric Search Coil.
Designed for select Bounty Hunter and Fisher metal detectors, this 8-inch round concentric coil provides a practical balance of ground coverage, target response, maneuverability, and general-purpose detecting performance.
Its standard 8-inch size makes it well suited for everyday coin hunting, jewelry hunting, relic hunting, parks, yards, fields, and other common detecting locations.
The search coil is waterproof, allowing it to be used in wet grass, muddy ground, shorelines, and shallow water with a compatible detector.
Key Features
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8" Round Search Coil – A versatile standard-size coil for general-purpose metal detecting.
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Concentric Coil Design – Uses a concentric transmitter and receiver configuration for predictable target response.
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Waterproof Search Coil – Suitable for wet grass, mud, shorelines, and shallow-water searching.
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Balanced Ground Coverage – Covers a useful amount of ground without becoming difficult to maneuver.
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General-Purpose Performance – Suitable for coins, jewelry, relics, and everyday treasure hunting.
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Replacement or Spare Coil – Useful for replacing a worn or damaged coil or keeping a backup in your detecting kit.
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Multiple Detector Compatibility – Compatible with select Bounty Hunter and Fisher metal detectors.
Who Is This 8" Search Coil Best For?
The Bounty Hunter 8" Search Coil is a good choice for detectorists searching:
Its 8-inch size provides a useful middle ground between very small specialty coils and larger coils designed primarily for maximum coverage.
8" Concentric Coil Design
This search coil uses a round concentric configuration.
A concentric coil uses a larger transmitter winding and smaller receiver winding arranged in the same plane.
This design provides a symmetrical detection field and predictable target response, making it well suited for general-purpose detecting.
It is especially useful for detectorists who want a familiar, straightforward search-coil response across a range of everyday hunting locations.
General-Purpose Ground Coverage
An 8" coil provides a practical balance between:
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Ground coverage
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Maneuverability
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Target separation
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Depth potential
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Ease of use
It covers more ground than very small specialty coils while remaining easier to control around obstacles and moderately trashy sites than larger coils.
This makes the 8" size a strong all-around option for many detecting situations.
Waterproof Search Coil
The Bounty Hunter 8" Search Coil is waterproof.
It can be used for detecting in:
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Wet grass
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Mud
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Shorelines
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Shallow water
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Streams
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Damp soil
Important: Waterproofing applies to the search coil only. The detector's control housing may not be waterproof. Always follow the water-resistance limitations of your specific detector.
Replacement or Spare Coil
This coil can be used as a replacement for a damaged or worn compatible search coil.
It can also be kept as a spare, which is useful for detectorists who want a backup available during:
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Longer detecting trips
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Travel
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Field hunts
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Group detecting events
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Regular weekend hunting
Keeping a compatible spare coil can prevent a damaged coil from ending an otherwise productive detecting trip.
Compatibility
The Bounty Hunter 8" Search Coil is documented as compatible with multiple Bounty Hunter detector models, including:
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Bounty Hunter Pioneer 505
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Bounty Hunter Lone Star
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Bounty Hunter Land Star
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Bounty Hunter Pioneer 202
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Bounty Hunter Quick Draw II
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Bounty Hunter Quick Silver
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Bounty Hunter Tracker IV
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Bounty Hunter Fast Tracker
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Bounty Hunter Pioneer EX
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Bounty Hunter Commando
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Bounty Hunter Discovery 1100
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Bounty Hunter Discovery 2200
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Bounty Hunter Discovery 3300
It is also listed as compatible with:
Compatibility Note: Always confirm your exact detector model before ordering. Bounty Hunter and Fisher have used different search-coil systems across different detector generations.
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Brand |
Bounty Hunter |
| Product Type |
Replacement / Accessory Search Coil |
| Coil Size |
8" |
| Coil Shape |
Round |
| Coil Type |
Concentric |
| Waterproof |
Yes |
| Primary Use |
General-Purpose Metal Detecting |
| Suitable Targets |
Coins, Jewelry, Relics & General Treasure |
| Replacement Coil |
Yes |
| Spare Coil |
Yes |
| Metal Detector Included |
No |
| Coil Cover Included |
No |
What's Included
SEARCH COIL ONLY.
Metal detector, coil cover, mounting hardware, and other accessories are not included unless specifically stated with the offer.
Why Choose the Bounty Hunter 8" Search Coil?
The Bounty Hunter 8" Search Coil provides a practical combination of coverage, maneuverability, and general-purpose performance.
Its concentric design offers predictable target response, while the 8-inch size makes it versatile enough for parks, yards, fields, coin hunting, jewelry hunting, and everyday treasure detecting.
Waterproof construction also allows the coil to be used in wet grass, muddy locations, shorelines, and shallow water.
For owners of compatible Bounty Hunter or Fisher detectors who need a replacement or spare coil, the Bounty Hunter 8" Waterproof Concentric Search Coil is a straightforward and versatile option.
