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08/12/2021

Personally I will not watch any video that is testing a detector by using a test garden. https://allmetalmode.com/metal-detecting-misinformation/

Many different metal detectors state in their manuals that their metal detector will not perform well air testing. Lets me explain you why.

06/12/2021

The best way to quickly hunt down potential sites is overlaying the oldest maps you can find that show where houses, churches, mills and other buildings were. https://allmetalmode.com/field-hunting-tips/

Find metal detecting sites by overlaying the oldest maps you can find over new maps to show where houses, churches, and buildings were

06/12/2021

And of course you might want to do more than one of these and you need a detector that can handle everything you want to do or more than one metal detector for various types of metal detecting. https://allmetalmode.com/beginners-guide-to-metal-detecting/

You want to get into metal detecting but where do you start? Learn what kind of metal detector you should buy and what else you should know

05/12/2021

Metal Detecting Etiquette https://allmetalmode.com/metal-detecting-etiquette/

If you want to have fun metal detecting and hunt with others it’s important to be considerate. Read these ettiquette rules of metal detecting

03/12/2021

He said the Simplex works as good as most VLF metal detectors and even better than some on saltwater beaches, but it isn't up there with the Equinox or a PI machine on mineralized black sand beaches. https://allmetalmode.com/nokta-makro-simplex-review/

I know metal detectors, this is my passion. I tested the Nokta Makro Simplex metal detector I can’t believe it is a 250-dollar metal detector.

02/12/2021

If you run into different ground conditions, do different types of metal detecting or just want to get the most out of your detector then it pays to learn the settings, what they do and how they effect your detector. https://allmetalmode.com/metal-detector-terminology/

Metal detecting settings and terminology that every metal detectorist should know. See common terms and what they mean on your metal detector

01/12/2021

I HATE metal detecting without a pin pointer but I can do it, I can't hunt without my headphones though! https://allmetalmode.com/do-you-need-headphones-for-metal-detecting/

Headphones are almost as important as the metal detector. Get yourself headphones, wear them for a few days metal detecting and I’m sure you will agree!

01/12/2021

See some of these cool Minelab Equinox Accessories to make your swing better. https://allmetalmode.com/minelab-equinox-accessories/

We know there are a lot of Minelab Equinox fans in the metal detecting world. I am one of them, I have been swinging an Equinox for over a year and the machine does great in almost all kinds of

29/11/2021

Looking for new accessory for your Minelab Equinox https://allmetalmode.com/minelab-equinox-accessories/

We know there are a lot of Minelab Equinox fans in the metal detecting world. I am one of them, I have been swinging an Equinox for over a year and the machine does great in almost all kinds of

29/11/2021

Top Accessories for Minelab Equinox https://allmetalmode.com/minelab-equinox-accessories/

We know there are a lot of Minelab Equinox fans in the metal detecting world. I am one of them, I have been swinging an Equinox for over a year and the machine does great in almost all kinds of

28/11/2021

Follow the Water to Treasure https://allmetalmode.com/follow-the-water-to-treasure/

One thing that is true and can be counted on no matter where you are located, man has relied on water since the beginning of time. I am currently reading a book by Allan Eckert called “the dark and bloody river” I am only 97 pages into this 636 page book and although it is […]

26/11/2021

Need a gift Idea for someone who swings an Equinox? https://allmetalmode.com/minelab-equinox-accessories/

We know there are a lot of Minelab Equinox fans in the metal detecting world. I am one of them, I have been swinging an Equinox for over a year and the machine does great in almost all kinds of

25/11/2021

Thinking of tricking out your Minlab Equinox? Check out this accessories buyers guide https://allmetalmode.com/minelab-equinox-accessories/

We know there are a lot of Minelab Equinox fans in the metal detecting world. I am one of them, I have been swinging an Equinox for over a year and the machine does great in almost all kinds of

24/11/2021

I had a few of the members come up to me after and I had some very interesting conversations about the local history and possible places to metal detect. https://allmetalmode.com/your-local-historical-society/

I have heard of people visiting their local historical society and coming away with some great leads where to go metal detecting. A matter of fact just in the last few weeks Bob Washabaugh and I were talking about a time he stopped in at one and got a few places to metal detect that […]

24/11/2021

I was metal detecting a school from the 1920s and I hadn't found much there after many hunts. https://allmetalmode.com/metal-detecting-off-the-beaten-path/

So many people will metal detect the nice, manicured grass but so few will get in the harder to reach places in the woods.

22/11/2021

I overlay old maps, talk to farmers about old sites and I use my eyes and binoculars to locate sites that have been gone, hopefully at least a 100 years. https://allmetalmode.com/finding-sights-by-reading-the-land/

22/11/2021

I always try to start on the edge of a town so I can easily figure out where I'm at in reference to both my old map and google earth. https://allmetalmode.com/in-depth-how-to-overlay-maps/

21/11/2021

I've been hunted with people who have been metal detecting for 20 plus years who will rub the dirt off a silver coin, it makes me cringe! https://allmetalmode.com/coins-wiping-away-the-value/

Metal detecting finds, how to clean your coin. If this helps even one person stop making this horrible mistake it will make this detectorist a happy guy

19/11/2021

I wasn't defeated a second time, Although not a lot was being found we did manage a few decent buttons that day concentrating on the woods behind the site leading to the creek. https://allmetalmode.com/my-paranormal-relic-experience/

1700 Relic Button in a shape of a Cannon. Found in Ohio. See photos, you decide was a parnormal experience or no?

18/11/2021

I on the other hand strongly believe that things tend to sink in the ground. https://allmetalmode.com/do-coins-relics-sink-in-the-ground/

I was going through Facebook the other day and came across someone’s theory that coins get buried due to organic matter such as leafs, plants and grass breaking down and over time covering them up. I on the other hand strongly believe that things tend to sink in the ground. After many exchanges ba...

17/11/2021

You might have a great understanding of your metal detector after a month but if you look back a year later on that first month I am sure you will quickly see just how much better you got to know your metal detector. https://allmetalmode.com/learning-your-metal-detectors-language/

Understanding a metal detector takes time to learn, not every detector works for everyone. Learn before buying your first metal detector

17/11/2021

After talking to him for a good amount of time he just couldn't bring himself to buy another metal detector from any manufacturer than the one he was loyal to. https://allmetalmode.com/metal-detector-brand-loyalty/

I remember many years back when I was very new to metal detecting. Back then I spent most of my time on one particular metal detecting forum trying to take everything in I could and learning from everyone. Something that I will never forget that has stuck with me all these years was I quickly […]

15/11/2021

It's also a good time to research those finds that you aren't sure what they are, I have had some very pleasant surprises over the years. https://allmetalmode.com/cold-snow-keeping-from-detecting/

15/11/2021

On both social media and forums I often see bad questions and answers when it comes to learning a new detector and I hope this article will shed some insight and help you to learn your metal detector quicker and better. https://allmetalmode.com/tips-to-succeed-in-learning-your-new-detector/

If you have a new metal detector follow these suggestions from a seasoned metal detectorists and avoid these common mistakes

14/11/2021

When the pairing is successful, the audio will be heard through the headphones and the blue LED will start to blink every second. https://allmetalmode.com/makro-mult-kruzer-headphone-pairing/

Instructions provided by Nokta Makro when purchasing a Kruzer Metal Detector 1 MAKE SURE YOUR METAL DETECTOR IS OFF! 2. While pressing the white button on the headphones, switch the on-off button of the headphones to ”on” position and do NOT let go of the white button until the beep indicating t...