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Find metal detector buying guides, product comparisons, setup advice, and answers about signals, target IDs, detecting basics, and what detectors can find.

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  • SE Gold Prospecting-Sifting-Panning
    Gold Panning

    Gold Panning Equipment: A Complete Buying Guide

    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
    Gold Panning

    Minelab Pro-Gold Panning Kit Review

    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.

  • Bounty Hunter TK4 Tracker IV Metal Detector
    Metal Detector Guide

    Best Metal Detectors for Coins

    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.

  • Bodyprox Protective Knee Pads
    Detector Parts And Tools

    Best Knee Pads for Metal Detecting

    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.

  • Bounty Hunter TK4 Tracker IV Metal Detector
    Metal Detector Guide

    Best Metal Detectors for Beginners

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

  • KEMIMOTO Tactical Gloves for Men
    Detector Parts And Tools

    Best Gloves for Metal Detecting

    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.

  • Bounty Hunter TK4 Tracker IV Metal Detector
    Metal Detector Guide

    Best Beach Metal Detectors

    Compare the best beach metal detector picks by sand conditions, waterproof coil design, search modes and ease of use, so you can choose for your beach plans.

  • Bounty Hunter TK4 Tracker IV Metal Detector
    How Metal Detectors Work

    Do Metal Detectors Use Magnets?

    Do metal detectors use magnets? Learn how detector coils create changing magnetic fields, how metal responds, and when a magnetometer is the right tool.