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How to start metal detecting as an adult hobby: costs, how deep detectors reach, first hunts and what you can expect.
- How to Choose a Metal Detector for Beginners
- Can a Metal Detector Find Gold?
- How Deep Can a Metal Detector Detect?
- How Much Does a Good Metal Detector Cost?
- How to Start Metal Detecting: What You Need
- How to Use a Metal Detector: Your First Hunt
- Metal Detecting as a Hobby: What It Really Costs
- What Can You Find With a Metal Detector?
Best Metal Detectors
Roundups by budget, buyer and use, from $100 to $300, with the main brands explained.
- Metal Detectors for Adults: Your First Serious Detector
- Best Metal Detector Brands: Garrett, Minelab, Nokta
- Best Metal Detectors for Adults
- Best Metal Detectors for Coins
- Best Metal Detectors Under $200
- Best Metal Detectors Under $300
Models & Comparisons
Garrett, Minelab and Nokta models reviewed and compared side by side.
- Cheap vs Expensive Metal Detectors: Is It Worth It?
- Garrett vs Minelab: Which Brand Fits You?
- Minelab X-Terra PRO vs Nokta Simplex Ultra
- Single Frequency vs Multi Frequency Metal Detector
- Minelab Vanquish 360 Review
- Minelab X-Terra PRO Review
- Minelab X-Terra Voyager Review
- Nokta Simplex Ultra Review
Waterproof & Beach
Waterproof detectors and beach detecting, with plain notes on what waterproof means.
- Beach Metal Detecting Tips for Beginners
- What Does Waterproof Mean on a Metal Detector?
- Best Metal Detectors for the Beach
- Best Waterproof Metal Detectors
Pinpointers & Gear
Pinpointers and the other small gear a first-time detectorist needs next.
- Metal Detector Accessories Adults Really Need
- What Is a Pinpointer, and Do You Need One?
- Best Metal Detector Pinpointers
- Metal Detector vs Pinpointer: Do You Need Both?