Nokta Makro CF77, 1st Swing, Relic & Velox One
Nokta Makro's catalog includes several older or budget specialist models alongside the current range: the CF77 coin finder, the 1st Swing entry detector, the FORS Relic and the Velox One. None sits in Nokta's current flagship lineup, so for a new buy the multi-frequency Nokta Legend or waterproof Simplex covers more ground for most hunters.
Pros
- Each model targets a specific budget or ground condition rather than trying to do everything
- CF77 and 1st Swing are among Nokta's most affordable ways into the hobby
- Velox One handles mineralized and salty ground that challenges general VLF machines
Cons
- All four are single-frequency designs, not simultaneous multi-frequency
- No current firmware-update ecosystem like the Legend or Simplex families
- FORS Relic is an older, largely secondhand-market machine
Four models, four different jobs
These four machines do not share a single platform the way the Simplex or Legend families do - each was built for a specific job and price point:
| CF77 Coin Finder | 17.5 kHz single | Budget coin, jewelry and relic hunting |
| 1st Swing | Single-frequency, IP68 | First-ever detector for a new hobbyist |
| FORS Relic | Single-frequency | Deeper relic hunting (older FORS platform) |
| Velox One | 17.5 kHz, waterproof | Prospecting in highly mineralized or salty ground |
The nokta makro cf77 metal detector and the nokta velox one metal detector both run the same 17.5 kHz operating frequency, but the CF77 targets general coin and relic work while the Velox One is built to push through mineralized soil and wet salty sand that confuses other VLF machines.
CF77 Coin Finder: the budget specialist
Introduced in 2013 and still sold today, the CF77 is a straightforward 17.5 kHz detector with three modes - a non-discrimination General mode for maximum depth, plus two discrimination modes for filtering unwanted targets. It runs on 8 AA batteries for up to 30 hours and accepts several interchangeable coils (9", 11" and 17.5"), which makes it adaptable for coin, jewelry, relic and small-gold work on a tight budget.
1st Swing: the cheapest way into the hobby
The 1st Swing is positioned as one of the most affordable waterproof detectors Nokta sells, rated to 1 meter and weighing under 2 lbs with a 7" coil. Three audio tones and an LCD depth readout keep the learning curve short, and a built-in pinpoint mode helps a first-time user narrow down a target before digging. It is aimed squarely at someone trying the hobby for the first time rather than an upgrade for an existing detectorist.
FORS Relic: the older relic specialist
The FORS Relic is part of Nokta's earlier FORS series, alongside the FORS CoRe and FORS Gold, and leaned toward deeper relic hunting on that single-frequency platform. Like the rest of the FORS line it predates Nokta's current waterproofing and firmware-update support, so it is now mainly a secondhand option - see the full FORS series guide for how it compares with its siblings.
Velox One: built for difficult ground
The Velox One runs a manual ground-balance 17.5 kHz engine through an 11" waterproof DD coil, aimed at coins, jewelry, relics and small metals in conditions that cause other detectors to struggle: highly mineralized ground, wet beach sand and salty soil. A rechargeable battery rated for 25-30 hours and a silent-search no-threshold mode round out a machine built for difficult sites rather than general park hunting.
What to buy instead today
All four of these models are budget or specialist picks rather than Nokta's best current technology. If you want one detector that handles coins, relics, gold and water, the multi-frequency Nokta Legend is the stronger buy, and the waterproof Simplex family now fills the affordable all-rounder slot that models like the CF77 and 1st Swing once held. Our best Nokta metal detector guide compares the full current lineup by use case.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Nokta CF77 still sold new?
Yes, the CF77 Coin Finder remains in production as Nokta's budget single-frequency option, aimed at coin, jewelry and relic hunting rather than the multi-frequency performance of the Legend line.
Who is the Nokta 1st Swing for?
It is built for someone trying metal detecting for the first time: lightweight, waterproof to 1 meter and simple to operate. Hobbyists who already know they want to stick with the hobby usually get more long-term value from the Simplex family.
Is the Velox One good for gold prospecting?
It is designed to work in the highly mineralized and salty ground that trips up many general-purpose VLF detectors, which makes it useful for prospecting-style hunting, though it is a single-frequency machine rather than a dedicated gold detector.
What is the difference between the FORS Relic and the CF77?
The FORS Relic comes from Nokta's older enthusiast FORS platform and leans toward deeper relic hunting, while the CF77 is a simpler, more affordable coin-finder aimed at general coin and relic recovery.
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