Jul
24
The Science of Metal Detection
July 24, 2007 | Leave a Comment
The Science of Metal Detection
By Low Jeremy
Metal detectors are interesting pieces of technology. They have a variety of uses and have become even more versatile throughout the years. Ever since the first metal detectors came out in the 19th century, scientists and engineers never stopped working on better and more efficient designs.
Nowadays, there are metal detectors that can pinpoint metals so accurately that they have become indispensable tools in fields like mineralogy, engineering, security and even in the military.
From the crude models of the 19th century, the modern detectors had its debut in the 1930s when Gerhard Fischer released and patented his very own metal detector. Fischer’s design used resonating coils to detect the presence of metal under the ground. These metal detectors proved to be an asset during World War II.
Metal detectors were used during the war to find land mines scattered across the paths of troops. They saved a number of soldiers back then. However, these metal detectors could have been more useful if Read more
Jul
23
A Number of Tips on Finding Coins With a Metal Detector
By J C Christian
For many metal detecting for coins can be a very profitable hobby and hopefully the tips on finding coins that we provide below will help you to not only find more but also better coins as well.
1. Searching Previously Metal Detected Areas
Although these types of areas can prove very challenging and there may be finds few and far between there will always be something good left behind. Below are some tips for searching these types of sites.
Before you commence your hunt Read more
Jul
22
Facts Revealed Behind Metal Detecting for Newbies!
July 22, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Facts Revealed Behind Metal Detecting for Newbies!
By J C Christian
So you finally decided to take the leap and buy metal detector, trust me you will not be disappointed in the excitement and the joy that it brings. Metal detecting is a hobby that many people take up and it really you get hooked. The sheer joy and excitement that metal detecting brings in finding a treasure is enough to make anybody addicted to metal detecting.
If you are new to metal detecting here are couple tips you should know before you get started out, Read more
Jul
20
Metal Detecting – Coin Hunting or Coin Shooting Hot Spots
By Robert Benjamin
Coin Hunting or ‘Coin Shooting’ as it’s often called, is not only very fun to do, but it can easily be very profitable. Finding just one gold piece or any rare coin can easily pay for the cost of the metal detector. When it comes to Coin Hunting or ‘Coin Shooting’, there are some places that I call ‘hot spots’, or the best places.
Riverbanks – Ponds – Lakes – Swimming Holes: These locations are true treasure hunting top spots. The Riverbank is a huge area that can provide a lifetime of detecting. River banks were used as ferry crossings, and some had covered bridges with toll stations. The local old timers may be able to tell you where the local fishing and old swimming spots were. Remember many of the old fishing spots were also drinking and partying spots, and at the swimming holes a lot of people took off their outer clothes, losing change as they did. And going back even earlier in the years, folks would take their clothes to the riverbanks to wash them in the water. The same goes for old farm ponds, Read more
Jul
18
Helpful Tips to Treasure Hunting With Metal Detectors
July 18, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Helpful Tips to Treasure Hunting With Metal Detectors
By Daniel Chiapperino
Whether you are a novice or experienced treasure hunter nothing is more important than that one great find of the day, but many treasure hunters miss that great find by not digging everything, or by being asked to leave a site, right before digging that last ping, because they didn’t ask permission to hunt there, well here are some ideas and tips to help you get “your” great find.
1. Can I hunt here?
First and foremost, Read more
Jul
17
Some Tips on How to Find Lost Treasure With a Metal Detector
By J C Christian
If you happen to be one of those lucky people who lives either near the ocean or a large body of water the chances are that you could go searching for lost treasure in the sand with a metal detector. Beachcombing is particular popular with treasure hunters because of the sands grain makeup makes it easy to dig up and find those missing treasures and valuables. During this article we will provide tips on how to find the most treasure and valuables while out metal detecting in the sand.
Unfortunately, every beach will be different and you will need to check whether they have ordinances which will allow you to carry out metal detection on them or not. It is important that you check these ordinances in order to make sure that you can metal detect on a particular beach. You may find that there are Read more
Jul
15
Bounty Hunting Metals
July 15, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Bounty Hunting Metals
By Low Jeremy
When you’re into treasure hunting, you have probably heard of Bounty Hunter metal detectors. Bounty Hunter is a well known brand name. The company specializes in providing both the serious and hobbyist treasure hunters with the finest pieces of metal detection equipment in the industry today.
They have a variety of detector designs that are suitable for almost all kinds of terrain and usage. But the most surprising thing about Bounty Hunter products is that Read more
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