Begginer needs the scoop on scoops

[Wahoo]

Doc says retire, you have rheumatoid arthritis. So moving to my sailboat full time. Already picked out a metal detector, that was easy vs picking out a sand scoop. I've been reading all the posts I can about scoops but still have no clue where to start or even where to buy whatever one everyone thinks a beginner with arthritis should use. Input Data please !

 

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[Crispin]

Are you Wahoo as the fish or Wahoo as you went to UVA or just Wahoo?

 

[Crispin]

Whatever scoop you get, install magnets on the bottom and sides, it will save you a TON of time.

 

[Wahoo]

Wahoo as in WAHOO I found Golddddd !!!!

 

[Wahoo]

Thanks for the tip !

 

[Hydro Man]

Most seem to agree a large scoop is best in the water.

 

[Wahoo]

What would constitute a "Large" scoop ?

 

[cudamark]

I have arthritis myself but I still use the big and heavy Stealth 720i. For water use it's great. A light scoop for dry sand makes sense also if you're not going into the surf. I prefer long handles so I don't have to bend so much. I added a bolt-on loop handle from HomeDepot to help carry it and aid in dragging grid lines. I have a Kellyco special travel scoop that will break down and fit into my suitcase. It's fine for dry sand but not near as good for the wet and water.

 

[Treasure_Hunter]

8" at the very least, 10" is better... In the long run bigger is better because you spend less times going back for missed target in first attempt....

 

[CASPER-2]

I wrote an article by that name "Scoop On Scoops" that is
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[Metal Detecting Stuff]

Long handle beach scoops are generally 48" long. The basket size varies from 4-8".

Wayne

Metal Detector Sales Rental | Treasure Hunting | Metal Detecting Stuff

 

[streetglide]

Get a scoop with a stainless steel tip . The aluminum scoop tips wear down and get dinged up, and you spend time on re shaping the tip. I have many scoops. The one I use the most is a 6 inch aluminum rtg scoop with a stainless tip. It is light and digs a big hole with a couple scoops. I tried a all stainless rtg scoop and bent the handle the first day out. The 6 inch rtg scoop has a inch and a half handle and have not had any ploblems with it. Good luck

 

[Fletch88]

It really depends on which detector you bought but my 2 favorites are the RTG pro mini and the Steath 720i. The RTG is very lightweight and easy to maneuver. The 720 is bigger and requires a lot more horsepower per scoop!

 

[jyt2017]

Doc says retire, you have rheumatoid arthritis. So moving to my sailboat full time. Already picked out a metal detector, that was easy vs picking out a sand scoop. I've been reading all the posts I can about scoops but still have no clue where to start or even where to buy whatever one everyone thinks a beginner with arthritis should use. Input Data please !

Do not get an all metal one. Especially one made of stainless. you want the lightest one to do the job. Do not use one with GIANT 5/8 inch holes.

My two suggestions: stavr m-9 or stealth scoop. They are both open baskets. I can tell you I have hunted for close to fifteen years. I always used a closed basket style with a metal shaft. With 5/8 holes. Never never again. You want an open basket. And you want to use carbon fiber for a shaft.

if you buy the stavr then you will need to order the shaft. 1.25 inch outer diameter at least 48" long. If you go stealth they provide the option for a thicker shaft with the basket. Stavr just makes the basket. I love my new stavr and so does my back an body.

Last bit bit of advice...pull out some coin whatever you do. If you go cheap you will regret it. Hh gl hope you get out there soon. -Joe

 

[penzfan]

Wahoo, I feel your pain as I retired 2 years ago for the same reason. I use the RTG 6" all Aluminum Scoop in the water with no issues. GL and HH

 

[lookindown]

Wahoo, I feel your pain as I retired 2 years ago for the same reason. I use the RTG 6" all Aluminum Scoop in the water with no issues. GL and HH

That's a great scoop to start out with and some veteran hunters use them...I use a Stealth 720 in the water but I would not recommend it for a beginner with arthritis.

 

[Fletch88]

It's bad enough on a 45 year old with a tad of arthritis!

 

[HARRASS]

If you are a bit of a handyman try and make your own scoop. I had a problem with my left shoulder caused by dragging my metal scoop behind me far enough not to interfere with my detector. My challenge was to make a non-metal scoop. Go to my site harras and see how I solved the problem. Ohh... the problems of getting old. Hope this helps you.

 

[Treasure_Hunter]

Put a ss hook on your belt for your finds pouch and a ss eyelet on scoop handle and problem is solved....

 

[OldGringo]

8" at the very least, 10" is better... In the long run bigger is better because you spend less times going back for missed target in first attempt....

When you mention 8" or 10", is that the width of the mouth or the depth of the scoop? Just another ? From the Noob.