
How to Build a Sluice Box
Learn how to make a sluice box with a simple channel, removable riffles, and fitted matting, plus setup tips for testing water flow and catching gold.
Find metal detector buying guides, product comparisons, setup advice, and answers about signals, target IDs, detecting basics, and what detectors can find.

Learn how to make a sluice box with a simple channel, removable riffles, and fitted matting, plus setup tips for testing water flow and catching gold.

Learn how to read the Minelab X-Terra Pro target ID chart, what its numbers can suggest, and why soil, target shape, and sweep conditions can change a signal.

Gold panning equipment starts with a pan, then adds a classifier, scoop, magnet and small recovery tools. Build a setup around your location and prospecting style.

Minelab Pro-Gold panning kit review: see what the two pans, classifier, carry bag and recovery tools offer, plus how it compares with two alternatives.

Garrett Pro-Pointer vs Pro-Pointer AT: compare water protection, sensitivity controls, retuning and field features to decide if an AT upgrade fits.

Compare the best metal detector for coins by discrimination, target separation, depth and ease of use. Find a detector for parks, beaches or your yard.

Compare knee pads for metal detecting, from lightweight sleeves to gel and foam work pads. Find a fit for repeated kneeling, digging and uneven ground.

Compare the best metal detector for beginners by controls, coil use, and included tools. Find an approachable first detector for adults, kids, and families.

Compare the best gloves for metal detecting by grip, dexterity, abrasion resistance and protection when handling dirty finds. Choose a pair for your digging style.