Request for Advice and Assistance

Jim.Davis7

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Sep 24, 2007
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I am searching from my missing son who we believe may be found near a
shotgun in thick deep woods in Jacksonville, FL. The woods are to thick
to work with dogs or horses but there is a small creek that cuts through
the area of concern. Do you know of a device we could use from the john
boat that would detect a shotgun in a 500 foot radius of thick woods? I
would appreciate it you could get back to me ASAP. I am also looking
for a way to rent one. Any ideas? We need to do the search immediately
and your help would be greatfuly appreciated. www.FindAustinDavis.com
 

Tom_in_CA

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SR is right. There is no metal detector that can pick up a rifle/gun more than perhaps 2 foot away. Maybe a 2-box unit could pick it up at 3 or 4 ft? But in any case, you'd have to be in the proximety. Stay away from Long Range Locator hocus pocus, dowsing, etc....
 

warsawdaddy

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Contact the Coast Guard there at Jacksonville or Mayport.They have equipment(heat-seeking) and would probably help you locate your son.
 

jeff of pa

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Tom_in_CA said:
Stay away from Long Range Locator hocus pocus, dowsing, etc....

Yes But Considering the Circumstances,
IF I was in your Situation and someone
Was willing to Try at no cost to Me,
I would open my Mind.

It can't hurt.
 

sniffer

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I don't know if this would work, but, for underwater search, they use a magnometer that is towed behind a boat. maybe you could tow one behind a helicopter. it might be worth a shot. ( no pun intended )
 

Tom_in_CA

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jeff of PA, if I offered them the assistance of my magic peanut butter sandwich at no cost, would you have an "open mind" that it might work? You're not close-minded are you?
 

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