Metal Detecting Resources and Reviews

Breaking Down Ground Balancing in Metal Detectors
What is Ground Balancing? Ground balancing is a feature in metal detectors that optimizes their performance based on ground conditions. In essence, ground...
10 Areas You Should Never Metal Detect in the USA: Laws and Regulations You Need to Know
As we all likely learn the hard way, metal detecting laws and regulations aren’t exactly easy to find. Especially when you are looking for laws and...
Understanding Soil Mineralization and its Impact on Metal Detection
As a new metal detectorist, you might not have heard of soil mineralization yet. I spent far too long in the dark on this subject myself, but once I...
Understanding Metal Detector Coils: Search Coil Types, Sizes, and FAQs
In this article, we’ll explore key details of the different types of metal detector coils to better understand their unique features and capabilities. We will...
A Guide to Metal Detecting Rules and Laws in Kentucky
One of the more restrictive states when it comes to metal detecting, finding a good spot to detect in the bluegrass state will require careful planning. Below...
What to Wear When Metal Detecting?
While it isn't rocket science, wearing the proper clothing and gear can make a positive difference when you go metal detecting. There's certainly no dress...
Reviewing the Garrett ACE 200 Metal Detector
Initial thoughts on the Garrett ACE 200 Positioned as the cheapest option in the ACE series, the 200 offers little to boast over its peers outside of...
A Guide to Metal Detecting Rules and Laws in New Hampshire
Metal detecting rules and regulations are often hard to locate online and New Hampshire is no exception. This guide is designed to aggregate the information...
Understanding the discrimination settings on a metal detector
There are a few basic features every person using a metal detector needs to learn to get the most out of their detector. One feature that can make, or break,...
Reviewing the Garrett ACE 400 Metal Detector
Throughout my year's detecting, the Garrett ACE 400 was one of the two most popular choices by beginner friends and family. So when sitting down to review the...
Reviewing the Garrett ACE 300 Metal Detector
If you’re in the market for a new metal detector, the Garrett ACE 300 is certainly worth considering. It’s been designed with ease of use in mind, so even...
Can Metal Detectors Detect Gold?
Yes, all metal detectors can detect gold. Gold is arguably the most sought-after material by metal detecting enthusiasts. From gold prospectors hunting fine...
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