Hi Andy,
The Rutus being a single frequency m/c is not that good on wet sand...If you contact Detecnicks & ask for Laura or Luke, they being the sole agents will give you an unbiased & truthful report on the Rutus...
Detecnicks ...Phone 01243 545060 or their shop website
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Good Luck hope this helps Bob...