Bounty Hunter Sharp Shooter II Review

The Bounty Hunter Sharp Shooter II is a beginner-to-intermediate VLF detector with target-ID readout and discrimination, sitting between the tone-only Tracker IV and the display-equipped Quick Draw II - a sensible pick for coin and relic hunters who want ID without a screen.

The Bounty Hunter Sharp Shooter II is a beginner-to-intermediate VLF metal detector built for hunting coins, relics, and jewelry with helpful target identification. It uses motion all-metal and discrimination modes plus a target ID readout so you can separate trash from treasure before you dig. Approachable enough for a first machine but capable enough to grow with you, it is a sensible pick for hobbyists who want more than the brand's bare-bones models without jumping to a full pro detector. See how it compares.

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Specifications

Type / technology	VLF motion detector
Modes	Motion all-metal and discrimination
Target ID	Target identification readout
Search coil	Waterproof coil (interchangeable)
Best for	Coins, relics and jewelry hunting
Skill level	Beginner to intermediate

Pros

Target ID plus discrimination makes for efficient, less frustrating hunts.
Easy enough for beginners, with room to develop skills.
Comfortable, lightweight design for extended use.
Good value in the beginner-to-intermediate class.

Cons

Target ID is a guide, not a guarantee, especially on deep targets.
Depth trails serious mid-range and pro detectors.
Struggles on heavily mineralized soil and wet-salt beaches without care.

Overview: capable coin and relic detector

The Sharp Shooter II is positioned for hobbyists who want a bit more capability and feedback than an absolute-basics detector, while keeping setup simple. It pairs motion all-metal detection with adjustable discrimination and a target ID readout, so you spend more time on promising signals and less time digging bottle caps and foil. It handles the sites most detectorists hunt — parks, fields, yards, and dry beaches — with confidence.

Like the rest of the range it is a general-purpose VLF machine rather than a niche specialist, and it responds well to a coil swap as you tackle different ground. For a wider view of the lineup, visit our Bounty Hunter reviews hub.

Key features

Target ID readout: helps you judge likely targets before you dig.
Adjustable discrimination: tune out iron and trash to focus on good finds.
Motion all-metal mode: maximum sensitivity for detecting everything present.
Multi-tone audio: different responses help you interpret targets by ear as well as by sight.
Interchangeable coil: add a larger coil for depth or a smaller one for trashy ground — see our coil guide.

Who it's for

The Sharp Shooter II suits newcomers who want target ID from the start, and improving hobbyists hunting trashy parks where discrimination pays off. It slots neatly above the tone-only Tracker IV and alongside the display-equipped Quick Draw II. If you know you want deeper detection and more advanced ground handling, look at the Land Ranger Pro as a longer-term machine.

Tips and coils

Learn a new site in all-metal, then add discrimination only enough to skip the worst trash — over-rejecting costs you good targets. Trust repeatable signals over the exact ID number, and dig the ones that read consistently from multiple directions. Keep the coil low, level, and moving slowly. On open fields a larger coil boosts coverage and depth; in trash-heavy areas a smaller coil separates targets better. First time out? Read our how-to guide.

How the Sharp Shooter II compares to other target-ID Bounty Hunters

The Sharp Shooter II sits between the tone-only Tracker IV and the display-equipped Quick Draw II. The table below shows what each one actually reads out, since that's the main difference buyers weigh.

Model	Target ID	Modes	Best for
Sharp Shooter II	Target ID readout	Motion all-metal, discrimination	Coin and relic hunters who want ID without a screen
Quick Draw II	Visual display, target category	Motion all-metal, discrimination	Beginners who want an on-screen category before digging
Tracker IV	Audio tone only	Motion all-metal, discrimination, 2-tone audio	Lowest-cost tone-only simplicity

In practice the jump from the Sharp Shooter II to the Quick Draw II is a screen, not a different detection platform - both run the same motion all-metal plus discrimination setup. Stepping down to the Tracker IV trades the target ID readout for a lower price. See the full tier breakdown in our best Bounty Hunter metal detector comparison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bounty Hunter Sharp Shooter II a good detector?

Yes, for a beginner-to-intermediate coin and relic detector. It combines target ID and discrimination in an easy-to-use package, though it isn't a deep-seeking pro machine.

What can you find with the Sharp Shooter II?

It is well suited to coins, relics, and jewelry in parks, fields, yards, and dry beaches. Target ID helps you focus on the most promising signals.

Is the Sharp Shooter II waterproof?

The search coil is waterproof for shallow use, but the control box is not. Keep the control housing dry and avoid submerging the whole detector.

How does the Sharp Shooter II compare to the Quick Draw II?

Both are beginner-to-intermediate VLF detectors with target ID and discrimination. Differences come down to display and feature details, so choose based on price and the exact readout you prefer.

Is 'Sharpshooter 2' the same detector as the Bounty Hunter Sharp Shooter II?

Yes. "Sharpshooter 2", "Sharp Shooter 2" and "Sharp Shooter II" all refer to the same model - listings and casual mentions often drop the space or swap the Roman numeral for a digit, but it's the one detector described on this page.

Can you upgrade the search coil on the Sharp Shooter II?

Yes - it ships with a waterproof, interchangeable coil, so you can fit a larger coil for extra depth on open ground or a smaller one for better separation in trash. See our search coils guide for sizing.

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