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Quick Answer For winter metal detecting, wear thermal base layers, an insulated waterproof jacket, waterproof boots with good traction, and warm gloves that still let you work your controls. Bring your metal detector, a waterproof pinpointer, a digging tool for...

Halloween is a great excuse to plan a metal detecting adventure. Fall festivals, outdoor gatherings, busy parks, and beach visits are all places where people may accidentally lose coins, rings, and other small items. The trick is knowing where to...

Your metal detector is capable of more than you think. Manufacturers release firmware updates to fix bugs, improve target ID, improve audio, add features, and make detectors more stable in different ground conditions.  But a lot of detectorists are still...

After months of searching beaches, shallow water, and sandy shorelines, your metal detector deserves more than a quick rinse before you pack it away. Salt residue, trapped moisture, neglected batteries, and overtightened shaft locks can all cause problems for your...

After weeks in the field, your finds pouch might be filled with coins, buttons, relics, jewelry, and pieces of metal you can’t identify yet. It’s tempting to start cleaning everything as soon as you walk in the door. Don't. The...

Quick Answer Position the shaft so that the coil sits level just above the ground, and your arm hangs relaxed. Position the cuff so it ends just below the elbow and keep your wrist straight. Check the balance at the...

Quick Answer  Begin each fall hunt with a freshly charged detector. Limit needless power drain on the display and wireless audio. Don’t expose rechargeable batteries to the cold. For longer sessions, carry a compatible spare battery or approved charging solution....

The crops are coming in. Permission season is now in full swing. The coil that worked all summer in a trashy park is not the tool for 300 acres of clean stubble. Here’s how to match your coil to the...

Before you put your metal detector away after your last beach hunt, clean it, dry it, check for wear or corrosion, and replace any worn or corroded parts. Saltwater hunting takes a toll on your gear. Salt, sand, moisture, and...