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10 Best Spots to Metal Detect on Vacation
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-10-29
date published: 2025-10-29
description: Discover the top 10 metal detecting vacation destinations worldwide. From Florida’s treasure coast to England’s historic fields. Plan your treasure trip today!
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10 Secret Tweaks That Double Your Metal Detector Depth
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-09-04
date published: 2025-09-04
description: Discover 10 advanced metal detecting techniques to boost detector depth by 20-40%. Learn sensitivity tuning, ground balance, and coil selection for deeper finds.
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type: Article

$100 vs $1000 Metal Detector: Worth It or Waste?
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-11-08
date published: 2025-11-08
description: Do cheap metal detectors work? Testing $100 vs $1000 models shows budget detectors hit 80-90% effectiveness in ideal soil. See which you actually need.
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4 Best Metal Detectors for Any Budget in 2026
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-02-17
date published: 2026-02-17
description: Find the best metal detectors for any budget, including the top-rated Garrett AT Pro, Minelab Gold Monster 1000, and Nokta Simplex BT. Read on!
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type: Article

5 Visual Clues to Old Homestead Sites
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-11-16
date published: 2025-11-16
description: Discover 5 visual clues to find abandoned homesteads for metal detecting. Learn expert techniques to spot productive sites hiding coins & relics.
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type: Article

7 Best Places To Go Metal Detecting in 2026
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-01-23
date published: 2026-01-23
description: Find the best places to go metal detecting in 2026! Find hidden treasures like coins, jewelry & relics at beaches, old parks & more. Your ultimate guide awaits!
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7 Fatal Metal Detecting Mistakes That Kill Your Success
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-09-24
date published: 2025-09-24
description: Learn the 7 biggest metal detecting mistakes beginners make that cause 95% to quit. Ground balance problems, discrimination errors, and swing technique fixes included.
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7 Metal Detecting Finds That Changed History
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-05-23
date published: 2025-05-23
description: Metal detecting has revolutionized archaeological discovery, and with it, incredible items recovered with metal detectors have rewritten our understanding of […]
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type: Article

8 Must-Have Tools for Metal Detecting Like a Pro
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-02-26
date published: 2026-02-26
description: Hunting for valuables comes with its challenges, especially when it comes to tools. Here are 8 must-have tools for metal detecting with ease.
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type: Article

A Brief History Of Coins
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2020-04-10
date published: 2020-04-10
description: We’ll never be able to say with absolute certainty when the hobby of coin collecting began, but historians agree that […]
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type: Article

A Metal Detector Depth Guide for Treasure Hunters
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-06-08
date published: 2025-06-08
description: Metal detector detection range guide after 15 years of treasure hunting. What is Metal Detector Search Depth? From hundreds of […]
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type: Article

AI and Machine Learning in Metal Detectors What Detectorists Need to Know
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-07-27
date published: 2026-07-27
description: Explore how AI and machine learning are transforming metal detectors—boosting accuracy, reducing false signals, and what detectorists need to know.
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Antique Jewelry Finds: Beach Metal Detecting
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-04-18
date published: 2025-04-18
description: The first time I unearthed a gold wedding band from beneath the sand at Clearwater Beach, my hands actually trembled. […]
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type: Article

Battlefield and Military Artifacts
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-04-26
date published: 2025-04-26
description: Explore my battlefield metal detecting discoveries including Civil War relics, Revolutionary War ammunition, cannonballs, & the story behind each historic find.
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type: Article

Beat Trash: Expert Park Metal Detecting Secrets
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-09-16
date published: 2025-09-16
description: Master trashy park metal detecting with proven discrimination techniques, systematic search patterns, and expert tips for finding treasure among junk.
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type: Article

Best Metal Detecting Pinpointer 2026: Buying Guide
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-01-04
date published: 2026-01-04
description: Find the best pinpointer for metal detecting: 2026 expert reviews of Garrett AT, budget models & pro options. Real treasure hunter advice!
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Best Metal Detecting Season: Spring Wins Big
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-01-07
date published: 2026-01-07
description: Spring is the best time to metal detect—frost heave lifts coins up, wet soil adds 50% depth, low competition. Learn optimal conditions now.
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Best Metal Detecting Strategies at the Beach
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2021-06-12
date published: 2021-06-12
description: During the water hunting season, many visitors have been asking about the best type of metal detector to use for […]
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type: Article

Best Places for Metal Detecting in California Gold Rush Towns
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-04-23
date published: 2025-04-23
description: The first time I held a small gold nugget in my palm, I understood the fever that drove thousands westward […]
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Best Times to Go Metal Detecting
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-02-25
date published: 2025-02-25
description: You can go metal detecting as soon as you buy your first metal detector. You can go whenever it suits […]
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Best YouTube Channels for Metal Detecting 2026
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-01-17
date published: 2026-01-17
description: Best metal detecting YouTube channels 2026: Top treasure hunting YouTubers reviewed. Learn from channels that teach real skills, not just show off finds.
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Beyond Gold: What Else Can a Metal Detector Detect?
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-03-07
date published: 2025-03-07
description: Metal detector enthusiasts know that most metal detector treasures worth a lot of money don’t necessarily include gold. Whether you […]
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Beyond the Beep Non-Metallic Object Detection and the New Frontier of Underground Scanning
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-08-06
date published: 2026-08-06
description: Non-metallic object detection is changing underground scanning. From GPR to laser-acoustic sensors, here’s what it means for treasure hunters.
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Bounty Hunter Gold Digger Review: Expert Insights
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2020-04-13
date published: 2020-04-13
description: Bounty Hunter Metal Detector Product Overview The Bounty Hunter is metal detecting equipment that is mostly used by children and […]
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Bounty Hunter Quick Silver Metal Detector Review
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2020-04-13
date published: 2020-04-13
description: Are you looking forward to switching to an exciting new hobby that will not be expensive in the long run? […]
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Bounty Hunter Tracker IV vs Tracker Pro – A seasoned Detectorist’s Perspective
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-03-19
date published: 2025-03-19
description: Bounty Hunter Tracker IV Bounty Hunter Tracker Pro For a decade and a half, I’ve run metal detectors over everything from Civil War battlefields to oceanfront parks, and I’ve seen firsthand that how you choose your detector can make your search for treasure a success or […]
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Can a Metal Detecting Drone Legally Fly Over Your Search Site? A Hobbyist’s Guide to UAV Rules
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-07-30
date published: 2026-07-30
description: Learn FAA rules for flying drones over metal detecting sites. Recreational UAV laws, registration, TRUST test, and airspace restrictions explained.
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Can You Make Money with a Metal Detector? (How I do it.)
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-07-08
date published: 2025-07-08
description: I still remember the day I found my first silver dollar—a tarnished 1922 Peace Dollar buried four inches deep at […]
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Can You Use a Metal Detector on the Beach? A Master Guide to Beating Salt and Black Sand
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-03-22
date published: 2026-03-22
description: Can you use a metal detector on the beach? Yes, but salt and black sand fight back. Learn to decode interference, conquer mineralization, and master wet/dry sand techniques to find treasure.
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Changing Treasure Hunting How Drones Unlock Hidden Secrets
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-07-28
date published: 2026-07-28
description: Drones are changing treasure hunting forever with LiDAR, thermal imaging, and drone-mounted metal detectors. Here’s what this means for detectorists in 2026.
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Chasing Echoes: Metal Detecting Ghost Towns of Old America
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-04-17
date published: 2025-04-17
description: Last October, I stood in the middle of Bodie, California as the wind whistled through abandoned storefronts and tumbleweeds skittered […]
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Coin collecting name – Numismatics
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2020-04-09
date published: 2020-04-09
description: Coin collecting, a popular activity for centuries, is more than just accumulating coins for their monetary value. It is the […]
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Coin Hunting Success: From Modern Clad to Silver Treasures
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-04-27
date published: 2025-04-27
description: Join me as I share my best coin detecting finds, from modern change to a leather pouch filled with silver coins, plus tips for successful coin hunting.
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type: Article

Coin shooting
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2020-04-12
date published: 2020-04-12
description: Coin Hunting or ‘Coin Shooting’ as it’s regularly called, is not just extremely fun to do, but it can simply […]
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type: Article

Colonial Metal Detecting: Permission & ID Guide
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-05-30
date published: 2025-05-30
description: I still remember the rush of excitement when my detector first signaled over what turned out to be a 1749 […]
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Creek Metal Detecting: Master Setup Secrets That Work
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-09-17
date published: 2025-09-17
description: Learn how to set up your metal detector for creek and river detecting. Ground balance, frequency selection, and discrimination tips for successful freshwater treasure hunting.
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Decode Nature’s Secrets for the Best Metal Detecting Spots
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-03-21
date published: 2026-03-21
description: Learn to decode overgrown terrain to find hidden history. A guide to reading land for successful metal detecting.
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Defeat Coil Falsing: Ultimate Frayed Coil Repair Blueprint
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-10-09
date published: 2025-10-09
description: Metal detector giving false signals? Fix frayed coil cables yourself for under $20. Complete troubleshooting guide with repair steps that actually work.
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Deteknix Wire Free Headphones
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2020-04-12
date published: 2020-04-12
description: Have you ever had wires tangled from the metal detector to your headphones, or headphones flew off when the wires […]
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type: Article

Digging into the Past: Metal Detecting Midwest Farmsteads
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-05-15
date published: 2025-05-15
description: I’ll never forget the first time I unearthed a brass button from the soil of an abandoned Illinois homestead. As […]
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type: Article

DroneRover Review Taking Metal Detecting to the Skies
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-07-29
date published: 2026-07-29
description: Honest review of the TreasureHunter3D DroneRover — drone-mounted 3D ground scanner for metal detecting. Covers real performance, limitations, cost, and practical workflow for serious detectorists.
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Eastern US Metal Detecting: Trading Posts & Artifacts
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-06-25
date published: 2025-06-25
description: I still remember the first time my metal detector buzzed over something significant. It was a small copper pendant, buried […]
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Essential Tips for Family Metal Detecting Trips
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-06-28
date published: 2026-06-28
description: Plan stress-free family metal detecting trips with our expert tips on balancing fun, permissions, and kid-friendly games.
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Essential Tips for Metal Detecting Laws on Public Land
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-07-22
date published: 2026-07-22
description: Know federal land rules before you dig. Avoid fines up to $20k. Learn BLM, NPS, USFS detecting laws & repeatable research method.
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Find Hidden Detecting Sites
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-04-25
date published: 2026-04-25
description: Transform your detecting with a proven system to analyze aerial photos and find overlooked public sites bursting with modern treasures. Your next great hunt starts here.
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Find Hidden Treasure Using Old Dump Sites Metal Detecting
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-07-25
date published: 2026-07-25
description: Old dump sites from the 19th and early 20th centuries are treasure troves for detectorists. Learn how to research, find, and ethically hunt historical trash deposits with this practical guide.
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Finding Gold the Right Way Modern Detectors, Old-Fashioned Research, and One Very Long Day in the Foothills
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-07-31
date published: 2026-07-31
description: Modern gold prospecting with metal detectors is about more than the right machine. Paul shares field-tested advice on VLF vs PI, coil selection, ground balancing, and the research that actually finds gold.
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Finding the Best Frequency for Coin Detecting
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-04-19
date published: 2026-04-19
description: The best frequency for coin detecting isn’t one number. Learn how modern multi-frequency detectors let you choose, based on your specific soil and trash.
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Finding the Best Metal Detecting Spots for Kids: An Educational Guide
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-03-23
date published: 2026-03-23
description: Turn your next family metal detecting trip into a hands-on history lesson. Discover how research, storytelling, and simple ethics can help you find the best metal detecting spots for engaging kids.
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Florida Metal Detecting: Spanish Metal Detecting Hotspots
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-08-14
date published: 2025-08-14
description: I’ll never forget this find, a tarnished Spanish silver real, stamped with the year 1742, emerging from the sands of […]
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Forest Metal Detecting Secrets: Ultimate Settings
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-09-11
date published: 2025-09-11
description: Master forest metal detecting with expert settings for ground balance, discrimination, and frequency. Learn how to find relics in mineralized soil and thick woods.
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From Beeps to 3D Maps The Complete Evolution of Metal Detector Technology
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-07-09
date published: 2026-07-09
description: From Alexander Graham Bell’s first prototype to today’s 3D mapping detectors. The complete evolution of metal detecting technology.
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Future of Metal Detecting Part 2: Smart Metal Detectors
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-06-17
date published: 2025-06-17
description: When AI Meets Metal Detectors: More Than Just Better Beeping Last summer, I found myself sweating in the Middle Eastern […]
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Future of Metal Detecting Part 4: Multi-Frequency Detection
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-06-19
date published: 2025-06-19
description: When I first began my research with metal detection systems back in the early 2000s, single-frequency detectors were the rule. […]
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Future of Metal Detecting Part 6: Metal Detecting Drones
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-07-02
date published: 2025-07-02
description: Standing at the edge of an old battlefield in Eastern Europe last month, I watched as a small drone methodically […]
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Garrett ACE 400 Metal Detector Review: An Entry-Level Legend
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-05-22
date published: 2025-05-22
description: Using the Garrett ACE 400 metal detector for three months, I’ve had some ideas. At ~$400, this detector is in a unique place—it’s not very cheap, but it’s not too expensive. I’ve used it in farm fields, old sites, and even my messy backyard to check if […]
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Garrett AT Pro Metal Detector VS Minelab Equinox: Old VS New
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-07-10
date published: 2025-07-10
description: Last weekend, I found myself standing in my garage with two metal detectors that perfectly capture the evolution of our […]
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Garrett Vortex Metal Detectors Tested: Worth Your Money?
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-12-29
date published: 2025-12-29
description: Garrett Vortex metal detector review: Is this waterproof detector worth it? Real tests, beach performance, VX5 vs VX7 vs VX9 comparison & honest buying advice.
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Getting Metal Detecting Permission: The Ultimate Guide to Deed Research for Metal Detectorists
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-03-15
date published: 2026-03-15
description: Stop hunting randomly. Learn how to use county deed records, GIS maps, and historical archives to research property history, identify prime detecting sites, and master getting metal detecting permission.
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Gold Detector’s Coin Shooting Revelation
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-04-15
date published: 2026-04-15
description: The Gold Monster 1000 is built for tiny gold, not coins. Discover why its high sensitivity makes coin shooting a nightmare of trash.
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Grading Coins
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2020-04-10
date published: 2020-04-10
description: Usually a grade is applied to indicate the condition of a coin. The condition that the coin is in is […]
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Halo Effect Definition in Metal Detecting
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2020-04-13
date published: 2020-04-13
description: Have you ever read your owner manual, concerning the effective depth at which you should be able to recover coins, […]
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Have You Ever Wondered How a Metal Detector Works?
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2024-02-12
date published: 2024-02-12
description: In this article you will learn: Treasure hunting is gaining popularity worldwide with more amateurs looking for part-time opportunities. However, […]
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Hidden Secrets Beneath Your Cellar Hole's Iron Carpet: Advanced Metal Detecting Tactics
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-08-10
date published: 2026-08-10
description: Discover advanced metal detecting techniques to find silver and relics masked by the iron carpet at old cellar holes. Learn how to research and hunt invisible homesites.
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keywords: advanced metal detecting, cellar hole hunting, iron discrimination, relic hunting, treasure hunting techniques
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Hidden Tools for Metal Detecting in California Public Land Success
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-04-27
date published: 2026-04-27
description: Navigate the rules and rewards of **metal detecting in California public land** across 35+ million acres of BLM and National Forest. Your guide to ethical, legal adventures starts here.
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High-end Metal Detectors Comparison
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-02-11
date published: 2025-02-11
description: There are good metal detectors, and then there are high-end metal detectors. They are not just good; they are way […]
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Historic Relics and Artifacts: Unearthing Our Hidden Past
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-04-28
date published: 2025-04-28
description: Discover my most extraordinary historic metal detecting finds including a medieval sword, antique tools & rare artifacts that connect us to our hidden past.
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Household Relics – Everyday Items Lost to Time
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-05-01
date published: 2025-05-01
description: The ordinary household items we recover while metal detecting tell intimate stories about how people lived, worked, and built their surroundings.
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How Deep Is Deep? Understanding Detection Depth in Modern Metal Detectors
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-07-20
date published: 2026-07-20
description: Most detectors find targets 10–16 inches deep, but real depth depends on coil size, soil conditions, technique, and understanding your machine’s limits. Stop digging trash deeper and start digging smarter.
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How Do Metal Detectors Work? The Ultimate Guide
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2020-04-13
date published: 2020-04-13
description: Treasure hunting is gaining popularity worldwide with more amateurs looking for part-time opportunities. However, many misunderstand metal detection. Here is […]
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How Does a Metal Detector Work? The Ultimate Guide to Decoding Signals
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-03-16
date published: 2026-03-16
description: Learn **how a metal detector works** and stop chasing magic VDI numbers. Interpret the physics behind the beep and understand what your detector’s tones and signals are truly telling you.
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How to Choose the Best Metal Detector
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2020-04-11
date published: 2020-04-11
description: Perhaps one of the quickest growing hobbies in the nation is metal detecting, but before you just dive in and […]
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How to Clean Metal Detector Finds Without Damage
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-08-11
date published: 2026-08-11
description: Learn why that dark coating on metal detector finds is valuable patina—and how to clean copper and brass relics without destroying their history or worth.
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keywords: cleaning metal detector finds, preserving patina, copper coin cleaning, brass relic care, historical artifact conservation
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How to Clean Old Coins Found Metal Detecting: Proven Steps to Save Your Finds
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-04-03
date published: 2026-04-03
description: Learn the conservator’s mindset for **how to clean old coins found metal detecting**. This guide teaches safe, value-preserving techniques. Learn cleaning and display, starting with the critical decision of when to leave them alone.
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How to detect counterfeit coins
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2020-04-10
date published: 2020-04-10
description: Uninformed purchasers run the very real risk of buying fake coins even though counterfeits make up a relatively small percentage […]
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How to Find Gold with a Metal Detector: Guide for Beginners
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-02-10
date published: 2026-02-10
description: Discover how to find gold with a metal detector. Real field-tested settings, location tips, and techniques from an experienced prospector. Start today!
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How To Find Great Sites To Metal Detect: The Complete Guide
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-05-29
date published: 2025-05-29
description: Last weekend, I watched a guy spend six hours at the local park. Six hours! Swinging his $800 detector back […]
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How to Find Old Coins with a Metal Detector
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2024-12-09
date published: 2024-12-09
description: Have you ever wondered how to find old coins with a metal detector? Finding a centuries-old coin is just a […]
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How to Get Your First Metal Detector: Beginner’s Guide
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-06-11
date published: 2025-06-11
description: Let’s be honest—metal detecting can feel pretty overwhelming when you’re just starting out. I mean, walk into any detector shop […]
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How To Handle Coins (Coin Care)
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date published: 2020-04-10
description: To avoid causing wear, collectible coins must be handled with great care. The grade of a collectible coin is dependent […]
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How To Make Money Metal Detecting In 2026: Ultimate Guide
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-01-25
date published: 2026-01-25
description: Make money metal detecting in 2026? Uncover real side hustle income potential, tips for profitable finds, gear costs & best detecting spots.
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How to Use Historical Documents and Maps for Metal Detecting
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date modified: 2025-06-06
date published: 2025-06-06
description: The cold morning air bites at my fingers as I unfold a tattered county plat map from 1883. Beside it […]
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How to Use Historical Newspapers for Metal Detecting Success
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date modified: 2026-06-13
date published: 2026-06-13
description: Discover how historical newspapers reveal hidden metal detecting sites. Exact search strings and workflow from a decade of research.
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Identifying Old Coins Found Metal Detecting
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date modified: 2024-12-02
date published: 2024-12-02
description: Fact: coins are the most found item for metal detecting, and if you are starting on this, you have to […]
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Journey with the Nokta PulseDive: A Beach Hunter’s Honest Review
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date modified: 2025-01-22
date published: 2025-01-22
description: I will be honest—with the passing of my old pinpointer after many years, I was pretty distressed. But sometimes bad […]
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Kid-Approved Metal Detectors: Find Treasure, Have Fun!
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date modified: 2020-04-13
date published: 2020-04-13
description: Would you like to go treasure hunting with your kids or even with your family on a nice weekend?! Well, […]
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LiDAR Metal Detecting: Uncover Forgotten Homesteads
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date modified: 2025-10-22
date published: 2025-10-22
description: Discover how to find forgotten homesteads for metal detecting using free LiDAR. Learn to read maps and locate virgin colonial sites from your couch.
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type: Article

Low Tide Metal Detecting: Find Beach Gold Fast
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-11-21
date published: 2025-11-21
description: Discover the low tide metal detecting strategy. Learn when to hunt beaches, read tide charts, and find where 80-90% of treasure concentrates.
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Magnet Fishing vs. Metal Detecting: Crossover Guide
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-11-19
date published: 2025-11-19
description: 20 years metal detecting, 6 months magnet fishing: Here’s my honest comparison of costs, equipment, finds & laws. Your treasure hunting guide starts here.
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Master GPS logging metal detecting finds for hidden silver
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date modified: 2026-07-19
date published: 2026-07-19
description: Free GPS apps solve metal detecting’s biggest frustration: lost find locations. Log coordinates, spot silver patterns, and hunt smarter.
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Master Identifying Old Coins Found While Metal Detecting
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-03-18
date published: 2026-03-18
description: Stumped by your dug coins? Learn how to safely clean, identify, and date common finds from Mercury dimes to Morgan dollars with this beginner’s field guide.
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Master Legal Metal Detecting Historic Site Documentation
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-04-16
date published: 2026-04-16
description: Learn the legal steps and documentation methods for metal detecting historic sites in California. Partner with landowners and preserve history.
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Master Metal Detecting Permission in California: Your Essential Guide
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-03-29
date published: 2026-03-29
description: Stop getting 'no.' Learn the California-specific script and legal steps to turn landowner liability fears into lasting permission. Start detecting more.
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Master Tough Ground with Pulse Induction Detectors
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date modified: 2026-03-17
date published: 2026-03-17
description: Struggling with false signals in mineralized ground? Pulse Induction (PI) detectors cut through the noise for unmatched depth on gold, beaches & relics. Learn if the trade-offs are worth it for your hunting style.
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Mastering metal detecting permission refusals for more sites
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-06-19
date published: 2026-06-19
description: Turn a landowner’s 'no' into your best lead. Practical advice on handling rejection, understanding fears, and building trust for more detecting access.
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Metal Detecting After Rain: Hidden Treasure Secrets
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date modified: 2026-01-19
date published: 2026-01-19
description: Discover why metal detecting after rain increases detection depth. Learn how wet ground improves signals, exposes coins, and boosts treasure hunting success.
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Metal Detecting Case Study Research: Hidden Target ID Secrets Revealed
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-03-25
date published: 2026-03-25
description: A metal detecting case study shows why Target ID numbers lie and how historical research uncovers real treasure. Stop chasing beeps.
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Metal Detecting Civil War Relics: The Essential Rule After Every Big Find
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date modified: 2026-03-27
date published: 2026-03-27
description: A practical guide to metal detecting Civil War relics. Learn the essential rule after every big find, ethical practices, and how to preserve history.
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Metal Detecting Civil War Relics: Uncover Hidden History at Abandoned Train Stops
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-03-19
date published: 2026-03-19
description: A deep dive into the step-by-step research for metal detecting Civil War relics and railroad treasures, proving the best finds start in the library, not the field.
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Metal Detecting Civil War: The Best Places to Find Civil War Relics
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date modified: 2025-04-12
date published: 2025-04-12
description: I’ve spent over twenty years with a metal detector in hand, trudging through Virginia mud and Tennessee underbrush searching for […]
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Metal detecting etiquette for beginners
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date modified: 2025-02-27
date published: 2025-02-27
description: Metal detecting is a great hobby for anyone with some free time and a few great places to scan. If […]
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Metal detecting for meteorites
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2020-04-09
date published: 2020-04-09
description: Meteorites Treasures are falling from the sky. A natural object originating in outer space that survives the impact with the […]
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Metal Detecting for Meteorites: 5 Proven Tests to Authenticate Your Finds
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date modified: 2025-04-09
date published: 2025-04-09
description: What Are Meteorites, Anyway? I’ve been hunting meteorites for nearly a decade now, and people always ask me the same […]
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Metal Detecting Laws: Keep or Report Your Finds?
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-07-24
date published: 2025-07-24
description: Learn when to keep vs. report metal detecting finds. Guide to treasure hunting laws, ARPA rules, state regulations & archaeological reporting requirements.
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Metal Detecting Lost & Found: Fashion Items, Tools & Stories
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date modified: 2025-05-03
date published: 2025-05-03
description: Metal detecting allows us to uncover the personal and fashion items that people carried, wore, and eventually lost throughout history.
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Metal Detecting Meteorites: How to Find Space Rocks
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date modified: 2026-01-28
date published: 2026-01-28
description: Metal detecting for meteorites made simple. Discover which detectors find space rocks, where to hunt, and how to identify valuable meteorites worth thousands.
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Metal Detecting New England Shipwrecks: A Coastal Guide
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date modified: 2025-06-05
date published: 2025-06-05
description: I’ve spent twenty years combing New England’s beaches with my metal detector, and I can tell you there’s nothing quite […]
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Metal Detecting Permission Denied? Try This Approach Instead
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date published: 2025-10-19
description: Learn proven strategies to turn metal detecting permission denials into access. Convert 25-33% of landowner rejections into prime detecting sites.
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Metal Detecting: The Complete Guide to Getting Started on Your Treasure Seek
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date modified: 2025-01-23
date published: 2025-01-23
description: Metal detecting is a perfect hobby for those willing to discover old artifacts, or for those who prefer simply being […]
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Metal Detecting with Kids at the Beach: Uncover Secret History
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date modified: 2026-04-18
date published: 2026-04-18
description: The real treasure isn’t an object, but the curiosity you spark. Learn why the story behind the find is the ultimate trophy from a day of family beach archaeology.
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Metal Detector Coils: Stop Buying Wrong Sizes
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-01-01
date published: 2026-01-01
description: Learn how to choose the best metal detector coil size. DD vs concentric explained, beach & gold coil options, and aftermarket upgrades that actually work.
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Metal Detector Fix: How to Fix a Broken CTX 3030 Search Coil (DIY Instructions)
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-03-25
date published: 2025-03-25
description: Minelab CTX 3030 Bundle Years of metal detecting gear repairs, and there’s nothing better than a challenge to get to […]
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Metal Detector Frequency Guide: 5kHz vs 15kHz vs 40kHz
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date modified: 2025-08-06
date published: 2025-08-06
description: Master metal detector frequencies: 5kHz for deep coins, 15kHz for beginners, 40kHz for gold. Complete guide with real performance data & expert tips!
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Metal Detector Guide: Nokta Simplex+ Upkeep Instructions
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date modified: 2025-07-15
date published: 2025-07-15
description: As a veteran detectorist having used the Simplex+ over New England’s varied landscapes, from damp seashores to muddy farms, I’ve […]
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Metal Detector Settings Optimizations: Ultimate Guide
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date modified: 2025-05-16
date published: 2025-05-16
description: I remember my first 'real' find like it was yesterday. After months of pulling up bottle caps and rusty nails, […]
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Metal Detector Tones Explained: What Each Sound Means
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date modified: 2026-01-14
date published: 2026-01-14
description: Learn what metal detector tones really mean. Identify silver coins from pull tabs, decode VDI numbers, and master audio signals to find treasure.
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Metal Detector VDI Secrets Every Hunter Must Know
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date modified: 2025-08-27
date published: 2025-08-27
description: Understanding VDI numbers on metal detectors: Learn what those confusing screen numbers actually mean, avoid common mistakes, and find more treasure.
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Meteorite Hunting in 2026 Which Metal Detector Technology Gives You the Best Chance?
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-08-01
date published: 2026-08-01
description: VLF, PI, or multi-frequency? Here’s what actually works for meteorite hunting in 2026, based on real field time in desert strewn fields.
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Minelab Equinox 800 Review: A Top 10 Metal Detector?
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-03-05
date published: 2025-03-05
description: Minelab Equinox 800 If you are looking for a metal detector that balances everything—detecting power, versatility, technology, efficiency, ease of […]
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Minelab Excalibur II Underwater Metal Detector Repair and Upgrades: The Complete Guide
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date modified: 2025-03-12
date published: 2025-03-12
description: Minelab Excalibur II Bundle As a serious beach and underwater metal detective, you know that upkeep of gear is paramount […]
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Minelab Gold Monster 1000 Review: Best Detector for Gold Prospecting?
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date modified: 2025-02-03
date published: 2025-02-03
description: My Experience: I sweated three months swinging the Minelab Gold Monster 1000 through creeks and mineralized ground, and I have observations to make. In case you’re interested in having your hands on this detector for gold hunting, I have frustrations and surprises to make it worth your consideration
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Minelab Manticore Review: Worth the Money?
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date modified: 2025-12-07
date published: 2025-12-07
description: Minelab Manticore review: Is this premium metal detector worth it? Real depth tests, beach performance, battery life & honest pros and cons from the field.
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Minelab Manticore vs. XP Deus 2: Ultimate Review
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date modified: 2025-12-17
date published: 2025-12-17
description: Minelab Manticore vs XP Deus II comparison: Expert review of features, performance & value. Find the best metal detector for your hunting style in 2025.
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Minelab vs. Nokta: Which Brand Wins in 2025?
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date modified: 2025-10-10
date published: 2025-10-10
description: Nokta Legend vs Minelab Equinox 900: 30 days of real testing reveals which metal detector performs best for finding deep targets.
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Minelab X-terra Pro vs Garrett AT Pro: Detector Mashup
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date modified: 2025-05-29
date published: 2025-05-29
description: Alright guys, so I finally got my hands on one of those Minelab Xterra Pros everyone’s been talking about and […]
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Mineralized Soil Secrets: How To Find More Treasure
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date modified: 2025-11-12
date published: 2025-11-12
description: Stop fighting false signals! Master metal detecting in mineralized soil with proven ground balance techniques and detector settings that actually work.
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My XP DEUS Best Program with own tones
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2020-04-10
date published: 2020-04-10
description: Discrimination 0 5 tones: 195 00-00 195 00-32 (can be moved to 34 or less) 571 32-48 725 48-78 (for […]
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Nokta Score Showdown: Which Model Wins for You?
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-10-27
date published: 2025-10-27
description: Nokta Score vs Double Score vs Triple Score: Which multi-frequency detector is right for you? Compare features, prices ($279-$499) & real-world performance.
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Old Coins Identification: Master Coin Triage in 60 Seconds
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-03-28
date published: 2026-03-28
description: Can’t read the date? Use this visual cheat sheet to identify worn Barber, Mercury, Standing Liberty, and Walking Liberty coins by their reverse designs.
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Podcast Episode 1 – Minelab Gold Monster 1000 Deep Dive
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date modified: 2025-05-01
date published: 2025-05-01
description: Detector For Metal Podcast Episode #1: Minelab Gold Monster 1000: A Gold Hunter’s Deep Dive.
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Podcast Episode 2 – Minelab Equinox 900 In-Depth Review
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date modified: 2025-05-06
date published: 2025-05-06
description: Detector For Metal Podcast Episode #2: Minelab Gold Monster 900: A Detectorist’s In-Depth Review
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Podcast Episode 3 – Nokta Legend vs Minelab Equinox 900 Depth Test
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date modified: 2025-05-13
date published: 2025-05-13
description: Detector For Metal Podcast Episode #3: Nokta Legend vs Minelab Equinox 900 Depth Test. Listen to the podcast below. Tune in weekly for new episodes.
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Podcast Episode 4 – Bounty Hunter Tracker Showdown: IV -vs- Pro
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-05-20
date published: 2025-05-20
description: Detector For Metal Podcast Episode #4: Bounty Hunter Tracker Showdown: IV -vs- Pro Listen to the podcast below. Tune in weekly for new episodes.
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Podcast Episode 5 – Best Metal Detectors of 2025
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date modified: 2025-05-27
date published: 2025-05-27
description: Detector For Metal Podcast Episode #5: Best Metal Detectors of 2025. Watch the podcast below. Read more about our best metal detectors of 2025 on any budget.
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Podcast Episode 6 – Finding Treasure With a Metal Detector
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-06-03
date published: 2025-06-03
description: Detector For Metal Podcast Episode #6: Finding Treasure with a Metal Detector. Watch the podcast below. Listen for the best places to go metal detecting!
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Podcast Episode 7 – Optimal Timing Strategies for Metal Detecting
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-06-10
date published: 2025-06-10
description: Detector For Metal Podcast Episode #7: Optimal Timing Strategies for Metal Detecting. Watch the podcast below. Read more about the best times to go metal detecting.
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Podcast Episode 8 – High-End Metal Detector Technology Deep Dive
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-06-17
date published: 2025-06-17
description: Detector For Metal Podcast Episode #8: High-End Metal Detector Technology Deep Dive. Watch the podcast below. Read more about some great high-end metal detectors.
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PolarWave DATA Software Review The Desktop Analysis Tool Behind TreasureHunter3D
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-08-05
date published: 2026-08-05
description: Hands-on review of PolarWave DATA, the cloud-based analysis platform that turns raw TreasureHunter3D scan data into interactive 3D visualizations, heatmaps, and professional reports.
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Pricing for coins
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2020-04-10
date published: 2020-04-10
description: Supply and demand is a huge factor in the price of collectible coins. If the demand for coins is low […]
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Prospecting for Gold in Michigan
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2020-04-12
date published: 2020-04-12
description: Treasure hunting in Michigan just got a little bit easier, under new land use rules approved by Department of Natural […]
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Proven Beach Hunting Strategies
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-04-04
date published: 2026-04-04
description: Transform your beach hunts by learning to read the sand’s story. This guide reveals how tides, storms, and sand movement uncover treasures.
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Proven Permission Strategy for Detectorists
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-03-31
date published: 2026-03-31
description: Learn the proven 3-phase system to get permission for metal detecting on private land. Build landowner relationships and access California’s best historical sites.
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Pulse Induction Metal Detecting Guide: PI vs VLF
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-04-22
date published: 2026-04-22
description: Know when to choose a PI or VLF metal detector. This guide cuts through the tech specs to match your soil and target goals. Stop digging hot rocks.
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Pulse Induction Metal Detector: Top Models & How They Work
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date modified: 2020-04-10
date published: 2020-04-10
description: Introduction to Pulse Induction Metal Detectors A Pulse Induction Metal Detectors use electronic pulses to generate a brief magnetic field. […]
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Railroad Metal Detecting: My Adventures Along Forgotten Tracks
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date modified: 2025-05-17
date published: 2025-05-17
description: Last summer, I spent three sweltering days exploring an abandoned Baltimore & Ohio line that cut through rural Ohio farmland. […]
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Read Plow Lines: Triple Your Farm Field Finds
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date modified: 2025-10-15
date published: 2025-10-15
description: Boost farm field metal detecting finds 250-375% with plow line reading and gridding techniques. Strategic hunting methods that actually work.
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Relic Hunting Basics: My Journey into Metal Detecting
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-06-12
date published: 2025-06-12
description: It was 34 degrees with a 15-mile-an-hour wind cutting through my jacket. Snow had fallen earlier that morning, and most […]
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Restore Iron Relics: DIY Electrolysis Guide
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-12-11
date published: 2025-12-11
description: Learn how to build a DIY electrolysis tank for under $50 to restore rusty metal detecting finds. Save Civil War relics with this museum-grade technique.
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Revolutionary War Metal Detecting: Best Detecting Sites in the Original 13 Colonies
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date modified: 2025-04-16
date published: 2025-04-16
description: I’ll never forget the first time my detector signaled a find at an old Revolutionary War camp. Brushing away the […]
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Sanborn Maps Metal Detecting: Proven Secrets for Epic Finds
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-03-14
date published: 2026-03-14
description: Stop guessing where to detect. Learn how to use free Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps to pinpoint historical sites, translate old addresses, and uncover lost coins and relics hiding in plain sight.
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Secret Clues in Abandoned Sites: Proper Metal Detecting Recovery Techniques
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date modified: 2026-04-26
date published: 2026-04-26
description: Learn ethical metal detecting recovery techniques to preserve historical context. A guide on proper digging, documentation, and stewardship.
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Secret History Lessons: Metal Detecting With Kids in Your Backyard
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date modified: 2026-03-26
date published: 2026-03-26
description: Turn your backyard into a hands-on history lesson using real archaeological methods and metal detecting principles. Fun, educational activity for kids.
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Secret Site Analysis to Find More Metal Detecting Site Research
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date modified: 2026-03-30
date published: 2026-03-30
description: Stop guessing where to dig. Learn to read the land and use historical clues to find spots rich in coins and relics every time.
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Secret Tricks for Dating Worn-Out Coins
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date modified: 2026-04-21
date published: 2026-04-21
description: Learn forensic techniques to identify and date worn coins. A metal detectorist’s guide to reading the clues when the date is gone.
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Secrets of metal detecting
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date modified: 2020-04-12
date published: 2020-04-12
description: The main principles of Treasure Hunting from C. Garrett When you ask others what the key to being successful at […]
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Secrets to Metal Detecting on the Beach in California
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date modified: 2026-04-06
date published: 2026-04-06
description: Master the pro’s search pattern for metal detecting on the beach. Learn why systematic gridding, critical audio listening, and understanding gold TID ranges are essential for successful California beach detecting.
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Seeing Underground How Augmented Reality Is Changing Metal Detecting Before You Ever Dig
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date modified: 2026-07-23
date published: 2026-07-23
description: Discover how augmented reality metal detectors let you see buried objects on your smartphone before digging. AR tech explained for detectorists.
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Simplex Ultra 2026: Brutally Honest Review
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date modified: 2025-12-02
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Stop Digging Massive Holes: Master Pinpointing Fast
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description: Master metal detecting pinpointing techniques to cut digging time by 50%. Learn X-method, wiggle-back, and handheld pinpointer tips for faster target recovery.
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Stop Metal Detector Beeping: Proven Fixes That Work
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Testing the Nokta Legend and Minelab Equinox 900: A Month of Real-World Depth Testing
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date modified: 2025-03-27
date published: 2025-03-27
description: Nokta Legend vs Minelab Equinox 900: 30 days of real testing reveals which metal detector performs best for finding deep targets.
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The $20 Thrift Store Discovery: Reviving a Garrett GTA 500
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date published: 2025-03-27
description: I came close to missing it that Tuesday afternoon. I was making my rounds of local thrift shops, when something […]
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The 5 Best Professional Metal Detectors
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The Best Metal Detectors for Beginners: Expert Insights
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date modified: 2020-04-13
date published: 2020-04-13
description: You don’t have to spend a huge amount of money on a metal detector to get into the pastime. There […]
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The best places for metal detecting
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date modified: 2020-04-12
date published: 2020-04-12
description: Research is the key to finding the best spots to hunt. Places where old homesteads and trails used to be […]
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The Essential Guide to Document Metal Detecting Finds
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date modified: 2026-06-22
date published: 2026-06-22
description: Learn how to document your metal detecting finds like a pro using free tools, proper labeling, and a simple provenance system.
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The Essential Guide to Identifying Old Household Relics
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-07-13
date published: 2026-07-13
description: Learn how to date common metal detecting finds like buttons, thimbles, and buckles using simple manufacturing clues. No archaeology degree needed.
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The Essential Guide to Identifying Token Coins You Find
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-06-16
date published: 2026-06-16
description: Learn how to identify mysterious token coins found metal detecting. Decode text, research databases, and preserve your finds with this expert workflow.
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The Essential Guide to Preserving Lead Toys Metal Detecting
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-07-04
date published: 2026-07-04
description: Stop rubbing that lead soldier! Expert tips on preserving details, identifying lead rot, and safe handling after digging.
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The Essential Truth About Cleaning Old Coins
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-03-20
date published: 2026-03-20
description: Learned the hard way: cleaning old coins destroys value. Here’s how to safely preserve your finds, why patina is precious, and the only time to call a pro.
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The Future of Metal Detecting How AI, Drones, and 3D Scanning Are Rewriting the Rules
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-06-30
date published: 2026-06-30
description: AI, drones, and 3D scanning are changing metal detecting faster than ever. Paul Edgerton shares what’s working now and what’s coming next — from real field time.
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The Future of Metal Detecting: Part 1
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date modified: 2025-06-16
date published: 2025-06-16
description: The Convergence Revolution: How Multiple Technologies Are Reshaping Metal Detection Twenty years ago, when I first started to get involved […]
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The Future of Metal Detecting Part 3: Search Coils
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date modified: 2025-06-18
date published: 2025-06-18
description: The Evolution of Search Coil Technology: From Simple Circles to Smart Sensors I recall the first time, about twenty years […]
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The Future of Metal Detecting Part 5: Augmented Reality
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date modified: 2025-06-29
date published: 2025-06-29
description: In one of the most recent archaeological searches near the Roman settlement, I have watched a researcher raise her tablet […]
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The GoldHunter Review A VLF Detector That Shows You the Target Before You Dig
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-07-17
date published: 2026-07-17
description: A hands-on review of the TreasureHunter3D GoldHunter VLF detector. I put the 3D visualization and AR features to the test in real field conditions. Does seeing the target before you dig actually improve success rates?
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The hidden advantage of metal detecting after drought
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date modified: 2026-07-10
date published: 2026-07-10
description: Drought conditions can reveal targets wet-ground hunters miss. Learn the physics and strategies to find more.
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The Hidden Historian Mindset: Documenting Metal Detecting Finds
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-04-02
date published: 2026-04-02
description: Move beyond the social media feed. Learn how to use private photo books, shared albums, and password-protected blogs to curate and share your detecting finds with intention.
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The KAiWEETS KGM-01: Worth Your Money or Just Another Budget Detector?
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-02-21
date published: 2025-02-21
description: My Experience with the KAiWEETS KGM-01 I’ve been swinging metal detectors for over a decade, so when I spotted the […]
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The Rise of Smartphone-Integrated Metal Detectors Is Your Phone the Future of Detecting?
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-08-04
date published: 2026-08-04
description: Smartphone-integrated metal detectors are changing the hobby. Here’s what they can actually do, where they fall short, and whether your phone is really the future of detecting.
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The Secret Metal Detecting Club Benefits You Are Missing
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-07-16
date published: 2026-07-16
description: Stop hunting alone. Discover how metal detecting clubs provide mentorship, private land access, and community that speeds up your finds.
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The Secret to Mastering Your Ground Balancing Metal Detector
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date modified: 2026-07-01
date published: 2026-07-01
description: Learn how ground balancing boosts depth in mineralized soil. Ferrous vs conductive soil tips for better detecting.
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The Truth About The Most Valuable Metal Detecting Finds
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-07-23
date published: 2025-07-23
description: Discover the top 10 most valuable metal detecting finds worth $10-18.9 million. Reality check: only 0.1% of finds exceed $1000. 10-year veteran shares all.
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Three Months with the Minelab Vanquish 540: A Real Detectorist’s Review
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date modified: 2025-03-10
date published: 2025-03-10
description: Minelab Vanquish 540 I never thought I would write a letter about liking a mid-range metal detector, but here I […]
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Tools of the Trade – Workmanship Through the Ages
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-05-02
date published: 2025-05-02
description: My comprehensive collection of metal detecting finds includes numerous tools and implements that span decades, if not centuries, of human industry.
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Top 10 Metal Detecting Locations You Never Thought Of
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-04-07
date published: 2025-04-07
description: I’ve been metal detecting for more than 15 years now, and let me say—a 'secret' to my top finds isn’t […]
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Top 5 Best PinPointers for Metal Detecting: Expert Insights
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date modified: 2020-04-14
date published: 2020-04-14
description: Top 5 Best PinPointers for Metal Detecting Choosing the right PinPointer metal detector for your treasure-hunting expeditions can be difficult. […]
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Top Three Best Metal Detectors for the Beach: Expert Insight
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date modified: 2020-04-13
date published: 2020-04-13
description: The beach is a popular spot to use a metal detector. You need to have a detector that doesn’t mind […]
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Transform Metal Finds Into Stunning Treasure Displays
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-10-02
date published: 2025-10-02
description: Transform your metal detecting finds from shoebox clutter to stunning displays. DIY shadow boxes, cases, and preservation tips for treasure hunters.
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TreasureHunter3D Full Lineup Compared Which Detector Is Right for You?
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-07-11
date published: 2026-07-11
description: Comparing every TreasureHunter3D model from TreasureLight to GoldenEye Plus, plus the DroneRover and GoldHunter. Honest specs, real-world tests, and which detector fits your goals and budget.
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TreasureHunter3D GoldenEye Plus Review Is It Really the World’s Most Powerful 3D Treasure Detector?
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-07-26
date published: 2026-07-26
description: Honest review of the TreasureHunter3D GoldenEye Plus. Does it really scan 114 feet deep? We test augmented reality and depth claims.
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TreasureHunter3D GoldenEye Review Advanced 3D Scanning at a Mid-Range Price
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date modified: 2026-08-02
date published: 2026-08-02
description: Honest hands-on TreasureHunter3D GoldenEye review. I tested the 3D ground scanner with AR for 3 months. Covers depth, software, real-world performance at $3,597.
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Types of Metal Detectors
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2020-04-12
date published: 2020-04-12
description: Metal detecting is a very popular pastime. However, it can be a very rewarding hobby that many choose to take […]
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Ultimate Guide to Deep Metal Detecting
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-01-23
date published: 2026-01-23
description: Detect targets 2-4 inches deeper with proper ground balancing and technique. Real-world tips for finding deep coins and relics with any metal detector.
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Ultimate Guide to Metal Detecting in Winter
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date modified: 2025-02-18
date published: 2025-02-18
description: Expert Tips for Cold Climate Treasure Hunting Metal detecting in winter throws traditional off-season thinking into a new light, offering […]
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Underwater Metal Detecting: Essential Wading Safety and Gear Guide
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date modified: 2026-04-20
date published: 2026-04-20
description: Essential wading gear and safety rules for freshwater detecting. Learn the modular system to stay safe while hunting rivers and lakes.
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Unearthing History: America’s 10 Best Historic Metal Detecting Locations
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date modified: 2025-03-03
date published: 2025-03-03
description: Metal detector hobbyists have an ongoing search for America’s best metal detecting locations for unearthing buried treasures. With everything from […]
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Unearthing Relics: Metal Detecting Historic River Crossings
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date modified: 2025-05-16
date published: 2025-05-16
description: I first became fascinated with river crossing sites after finding a bent wagon pin near the banks of the North […]
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Unlock Hidden History: Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps for Metal Detecting
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date modified: 2026-03-24
date published: 2026-03-24
description: Learn how to use Sanborn fire insurance maps to find historic sites for metal detecting. Step-by-step guide with real examples.
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Unlock Park Treasures: Essential Minelab Vanquish 540 Tips
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date modified: 2026-04-14
date published: 2026-04-14
description: Master your Vanquish 540 to find old coins in trashy parks. Learn the settings & techniques that turn iron chaos into clear signals.
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Unlock Your Detector’s Secret Language: A Guide to Metal Detector Target Identification
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-04-07
date published: 2026-04-07
description: Decode your detector’s whispers. Learn the 'double-beep' for bottle caps, the depth-size heuristic for deep iron, and how to tell foil from thin silver.
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Unmasking Rust’s Hidden Ghost Signal Trick: The Halo Effect in Soil Types
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-04-24
date published: 2026-04-24
description: Unmask the halo effect: how rust and soil chemistry trick your metal detector. Learn to read your ground and avoid false signals.
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Unmasking Secret Deep Coin Ghosts
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date modified: 2026-04-01
date published: 2026-04-01
description: Learn the real science behind ghost signals and the halo effect. Stop digging iron and start finding deep coins with this field guide.
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Unveiling Metal Detecting’s Secret: No More Swinging Low & Slow
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date modified: 2025-08-12
date published: 2025-08-12
description: Discover the future of treasure hunting! Learn game-changing metal detecting techniques for 2025. Find more coins & relics with advanced metal detector tips.
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U.S. Treasure Hunt: Unraveling America’s hidden historical riches.
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date modified: 2025-03-20
date published: 2025-03-20
description: Metal detectorists are revealing amazing artifacts that shed important light on American history, thus refining our understanding of colonial life […]
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Use hidden topographic maps metal detecting to find sites
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date modified: 2026-06-25
date published: 2026-06-25
description: Learn how to use historical topographic maps to uncover lost structures and boost your metal detecting finds. Research beats gear every time.
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Use Proven Maps for Railroad Siding Metal Detecting Success
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2026-07-07
date published: 2026-07-07
description: Learn how to use plat books, old rail maps, and property deeds to find forgotten railroad sidings for metal detecting. Step-by-step guide from a seasoned detectorist.
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Using Sanborn Maps for Metal Detecting: Unearth Hidden History
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date modified: 2026-04-17
date published: 2026-04-17
description: Turn historical fire insurance maps into a detectorist’s hit list. Learn how to find forgotten hotspots in your own town.
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Vintage Locks and Keys – Unlocking the Past
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date modified: 2025-05-04
date published: 2025-05-04
description: These everyday objects tell intimate stories about security, personal possessions, and the changing technology of protection through the decades.
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VLF vs PI Detectors: Which Technology Wins?
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-07-28
date published: 2025-07-28
description: VLF vs PI metal detectors compared: which technology wins for beginners, gold prospecting & beach hunting. Expert guide to choosing the right detector type.
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VLF vs PI vs 3D Magnetometer Which Metal Detector Technology Is Right for You?
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date modified: 2026-07-14
date published: 2026-07-14
description: Stuck choosing between VLF, PI, and 3D magnetometer detectors? I’ve used all three. Here’s exactly which technology fits your hunting style and terrain.
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Waterproof Metal Detector Buying Guide
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date modified: 2025-07-11
date published: 2025-07-11
description: If you have just one beach experience, you will acknowledge that there is no place better than a beach for […]
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What is the Best Metal Detector for Finding Gold?
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date modified: 2025-04-02
date published: 2025-04-02
description: Minelab GPZ 7000 Ask any treasure hunter: gold nuggets are the best thing to find. No need to put hours […]
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What to know about search coils for metal detector
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description: Expert insights and practical advice on what to know about search coils for metal detector. This article provides valuable information for metal detecting enthusiasts of all skill levels. Topics include Search Coils, Technology, Guide.
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Winter Metal Detector Maintenance: Prevent $500 Repairs
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2025-10-14
date published: 2025-10-14
description: Metal detector maintenance checklist for winter: Battery care, cleaning & storage tips prevent $150-500 repairs. Complete step-by-step guide.
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XP Deus Amazing in Trash
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date modified: 2020-04-10
date published: 2020-04-10
description: So, I am getting more and more confident that the XP Deus is everything I have wanted in a detector. […]
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XP Deus Battery Replacement: Upgrading for Extended Hunting Time
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2020-04-07
date published: 2020-04-07
description: Why XP Deus Battery Replacement? Like many such devices, the headphones, the coils and remote controls in XP Deus […]
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XP Deus Elliptical HF Coil Review
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date modified: 2020-10-16
date published: 2020-10-16
description: The 9.5×5 HF coil for the XP Deus is the coil that I have personally been waiting for! The 9″ HF Coil for […]
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XP Deus firmware update (from newest to the first versions)
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date modified: 2020-04-12
date published: 2020-04-12
description: Of course, you can use the official way to update the firmware. But also here the program which allows to update […]
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XP Deus II Review: The Ultimate Wireless Metal Detector?
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date modified: 2022-02-13
date published: 2022-02-13
description: XP Deus II metal detector Took a real ground test today. So here are my first thoughts about the new […]
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XP Deus II vs Minelab Equinox 800
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date modified: 2025-01-20
date published: 2025-01-20
description: XP Deus II vs Minelab Equinox 800. Both are top of the line professional metal detectors. They have been tested […]
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XP Deus metal detector review
author: DetectorForMetal
date modified: 2020-04-14
date published: 2020-04-14
description: Update: XP Deus 2 initial review here A technological jump to wireless metal detecting! The XP DEUS uses three high-performance […]
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XP Deus Owners: Beware!
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date modified: 2020-10-09
date published: 2020-10-09
description: I recently experienced a sudden loss of battery capacity in my equipment, causing it to last only for 6 hours […]
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Your Ultimate Metal Detecting Weapon Is Researching Metal Detecting Sites in a Library
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date modified: 2026-04-05
date published: 2026-04-05
description: Stop swinging blindly. Learn how library research turns random hunts into targeted treasure maps for consistent finds.
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