Most metal detectors are programmed to be used straight out of the box. This is great, but there are times when adjusting settings can increase finds and help to minimize digging trashy targets on specific sites. After reading this article, you should better understand when to adjust settings for site-specific improvements while using the ACE…
If you have ever metal detected with a group of friends or fellow dirt fishing enthusiasts you are likely aware of the code of conduct, or rules to follow, when detecting together. Some may lay out the rules for the hunt or location and others just assume you already know how it goes. Either way,…
In the world of metal detecting, the endless allure of unearthing hidden treasures and artifacts is matched by the responsibility to respect history, property, and the environment. As metal detecting technology advances and the community of enthusiasts grows, adhering to a strict code of ethics, or rules, becomes paramount. In order to understand the ethics…
Let’s start with the big question: What is a VDI, and how does it relate to metal detectors? In simple terms, your metal detector is sending a wave of energy into the ground and when that wave hits a metal object, it will, in turn bounce the wave back to your detector, providing it’s own…
If you are new to the hobby or a seasoned detectorist, then you are aware of the large number of metal detecting machines on the market. It can be incredibly overwhelming to decide on the right one. Hopefully, once you finish reading this article, you’ll feel a little more comfortable with making a decision on…
Metal detecting is a fantastic hobby to take part in. It has therapeutic values that benefit both the body and mind. No hobby is without some frustration though and that is a reality detectorists know all too well. I ran a few polls to see what feedback I could get from fellow dirt fishing enthusiasts….
No matter where you metal detect you are likely to unearth an old bullet or casing. From shotgun headstamps to Civil War Minie Balls, there are ways to help identify the ammunition in question. Thankfully, I’ve been able to get some insight from Aquachigger who has agreed to share some of his knowledge. In this…
The history of Ohio is vast, admitted to the Union as the 17th state in 1803 and the first state from what was once known as the Northwest Territory. Like many states, Ohio has had its fair share of trials and tribulations. From Fort Laurens’s involvement in the American Revolutionary War, the battles of the…
Having used the Garrett ACE 400 metal detector for a few years now alongside my ACE Apex, I have gained a better understanding of the metal detector that is considered a beginner to intermediate-level machine. I have uncovered some incredible relics and coins other metal detectors have missed and gained a deep understanding of how…