bavarianminister
Full Member
- Dec 9, 2007
- 130
- 1
- Detector(s) used
- Whites DFX, Tesoro Cibola, Garrett GTA1000, GTAX550, ACE250, Fisher 1212, Minelab X-terra, Whites DFX
No - I don't believe so. All detectors nearly operate the same way. Some are a little better in depth and discrimination abilities. I have heard such claims that one particular brand will see around the trash and still pick up the goodies without masking!
I only think you will find the magic in yourself and your detecting abilities. This will include the following:
1. Know your machine well. Until you have made many scratches and scuff marks on the coil cover, you probably haven't mastered that machine. If your machine has no target i.d. then you have to master the suttleties with the sound that is given off on a target. With an I.D. machine you have to master both. If there are any clubs in your area - the members can provide training, club hunts, and much valuable information.
2. If you are not making the finds that you want, then it is time to move to newer ground. Hence "newer" - as not much ground out there that has not been detected yet. Don't let that discourage you though - many - many great finds are being pulled out of parks today that have been detected hard. Ask for permission through co-workers, friends, family, church, and neighbors. I once found over 20 pieces of silver in a yard that had not been detected. If your local parks are not producing - then wait some time - maybe until next year. They will be refilled with some good stuff!
3. Start researching! Libraries, book stores, and even the old timers will provide you with a vast amount of information that can lead to success. I consider maps - both old and new ones invaluable. They list parks, private properties, and old industrial sites. Exercise an outgoing personality and talk about the good old days with farmers. They might just let you detect where a 1 room school house used to be.
4. Purchase accessories for your detector. When you purchase a detector - have the expectation of purchasing other coils for your unit. The most important coil is the "Sniper Coil". If you plan on detecting some "clean" areas - then purchase a 12 inch coil also. Good headphones are a must, especially if you older (my hearing is not what it used to be) too much trigger time I guess. The rain jackets for you detector is also important - it does protect from moisture and dust. Your clothing needs to be adequate and clean. Wear something nice - you never know how many people you will attract - including the ladies!
5. Finally - the most important issue. If you are married or have a girlfriend - include them in this activity. If they are not interested - then you had better give the good jewelry finds to them. My wife really does not detect very much - but thoroughly enjoys when I find something nice for her. She gives me complete support for the many hours that I spend out in the field while she is back at the cabin. If you even think that someone is interested in this activity - invite them along for a hunt. My belief is very simple - if there are more of us out in the field where others can see us - then we will remain "accepted" in their eyes.
I have listed the "Magic" that will equal success. Too many detectorist purchase a machine and use it only for a couple of hours with no success. Then they are out to purchase a new one, thinking it is the Magic bullet - only to be let down time and time again. Spend at least 50 hours on a machine - and you will be amazed with what you will learn. When your knees, legs, back and neck are hurting - then you will know that you are spending some good time with a machine.
Bavarianminister
I only think you will find the magic in yourself and your detecting abilities. This will include the following:
1. Know your machine well. Until you have made many scratches and scuff marks on the coil cover, you probably haven't mastered that machine. If your machine has no target i.d. then you have to master the suttleties with the sound that is given off on a target. With an I.D. machine you have to master both. If there are any clubs in your area - the members can provide training, club hunts, and much valuable information.
2. If you are not making the finds that you want, then it is time to move to newer ground. Hence "newer" - as not much ground out there that has not been detected yet. Don't let that discourage you though - many - many great finds are being pulled out of parks today that have been detected hard. Ask for permission through co-workers, friends, family, church, and neighbors. I once found over 20 pieces of silver in a yard that had not been detected. If your local parks are not producing - then wait some time - maybe until next year. They will be refilled with some good stuff!
3. Start researching! Libraries, book stores, and even the old timers will provide you with a vast amount of information that can lead to success. I consider maps - both old and new ones invaluable. They list parks, private properties, and old industrial sites. Exercise an outgoing personality and talk about the good old days with farmers. They might just let you detect where a 1 room school house used to be.
4. Purchase accessories for your detector. When you purchase a detector - have the expectation of purchasing other coils for your unit. The most important coil is the "Sniper Coil". If you plan on detecting some "clean" areas - then purchase a 12 inch coil also. Good headphones are a must, especially if you older (my hearing is not what it used to be) too much trigger time I guess. The rain jackets for you detector is also important - it does protect from moisture and dust. Your clothing needs to be adequate and clean. Wear something nice - you never know how many people you will attract - including the ladies!
5. Finally - the most important issue. If you are married or have a girlfriend - include them in this activity. If they are not interested - then you had better give the good jewelry finds to them. My wife really does not detect very much - but thoroughly enjoys when I find something nice for her. She gives me complete support for the many hours that I spend out in the field while she is back at the cabin. If you even think that someone is interested in this activity - invite them along for a hunt. My belief is very simple - if there are more of us out in the field where others can see us - then we will remain "accepted" in their eyes.
I have listed the "Magic" that will equal success. Too many detectorist purchase a machine and use it only for a couple of hours with no success. Then they are out to purchase a new one, thinking it is the Magic bullet - only to be let down time and time again. Spend at least 50 hours on a machine - and you will be amazed with what you will learn. When your knees, legs, back and neck are hurting - then you will know that you are spending some good time with a machine.
Bavarianminister
