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Below are 3D files for metal detecting accessories and parts, available for free or a small fee. Each file has been successfully printed and found useful by myself or other detectorists I know. All items listed have been printed on a Bambu Labs A1 printer. The photos provided are ones I have taken, indicating that…
Embracing Multi-Frequency Metal Detectors While Overlooking the Value of Analog Technology When multi-frequency metal detectors came on the market, many of us eagerly bought them, quickly favoring them over our analog machines. In the last eight years, newcomers to the hobby often choose to buy a multi-frequency detector as their first machine if their budget…
Released from OKM, the Fortuna XELA metal detecting pinpointer caters to the needs of diverse sectors, including archaeology, professional treasure hunting, mining operations, military and law enforcement forensics, and serious detectorists. OKM Background For those who may not be familiar, OKM is a German-based company that has been in operation for over 25 years. They…
For metal detecting enthusiasts, uncovering hidden treasures and unearthing relics is an exciting and rewarding hobby. However, the challenge often lies in identifying and closely examining the small, intricate details of their finds. This is where the BeaverLAB Darwin M2 Digital Microscope becomes an indispensable tool. By combining advanced digital microscopy with portability and ease…
OKM is renowned for its innovative development and manufacturing of geophysical instruments, including metal detectors, ground-penetrating radars, 3D ground scanners, and water detectors. These tools are employed in various fields, such as archaeology, treasure hunting, military mine detection, and environmental surveys. Traditional Metal Detectors vs 3D Ground Scanners vs GPR Technology Best For Typical Limitation…
As cultural trends evolve away from the use of precious metals like gold and silver and the daily carrying of coins diminishes, many metal detecting enthusiasts are honing their skills and branching out into more specialized pursuits such as archaeological digs, cache hunting, and other treasure-seeking adventures. These activities typically demand more sophisticated technology than…
Treasure hunting has been a popular and frequently engaged-in activity… all around the world by people from all walks of life long before the concept of electronic machines/instruments that could detect buried metals underneath the surface of the soil came into being. The closest thing to “metal detectors” for the past several hundred years was…
In the past, I used to use the Google Maps app, on my phone, to track the locations of my finds, while metal detecting. I would mark the location by dropping a pin, and then select “Add Label” to save a custom name. In this example, I found an 1855 Large cent and named the…
I’ve been on the hunt for affordable metal detecting boots, a task made incredibly challenging by having a small foot size as a woman. I explored various options, from non-metal toe boots designed for logging, construction, hiking, motorcycle, to cowboy boots. Given the demanding conditions I face while metal detecting, I’ve gone through numerous pairs…