Accessories?

[Dr.Banner]

Brand new to this. Just picked up a minelab go-find 66 and I was wondering what are some essentials you folks take with you on your journeys?

I was thinking of getting a Hori Hori knife for digging, but after that...kind of lost. Any help?

 

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[vpnavy]

While waiting for member comments - you might browse Brands > Minelab. I found a few threads with others using the Minelab GO-FIND 66...

 

[CladGrabber]

I recommend a Lesche Sampson T-handle shovel and a pinpointer.

 

[Dannycoco]

I second that. The pinpointer makes recovery fairly quick and easy. And a good shovel doesn’t hurt.

 

[Slowtaknow]

Any small shovel to start, a nail pouch to start, a cheap pinpointer like the gp pointer to start. If you plan on beach hunting get a long handled screen or hole type scoop- save your back, as for the hori hori- make sure the grip is comfy, i picked up a good cheap one off amazon. Once you decide you're in this for the long run go for the lesche, garret pro at pointer, etc..

 

[Hawks88]

Welcome to tnet from Niagara Falls.

 

[dts52]

Welcome to Tnet from Goshen, CT - "the land of milk and honey"... and big a$$ bears!
I carry a Hori knife and I think, especially when asking permissions or hunting parks,etc. it is much less intimidating to the public than carrying a shovel. In many people's minds, shovels equal big holes andproperty damage.
Good luck and HH
dts

 

[Dr.Banner]

Thanks for the replies folks!!! I did pick up a cheap pinpointer, a Hori knife, and I foldable trench shovel. Of course the Minelab came with headphones.

I guess I need a "find" bag? And probably a strap style canteen. Some of my medications cause dehydration, so I have to watch that.

I didn't know if there was something that nobody ever thinks to carry that isnt a necessity, but comes in handy.

 

[Ogre1190]

I always carry a small, kitchen-sized towel to put extra dirt on. Makes it easier to put all the dirt you extract back into the hole.

 

[Charlie P. (NY)]

I cut a 14" circle out of an old tractor inner-tube. I can put dirt on it when dry so can tip it back into the hole and I don't leave a spot on the grass that looks "dead", and when wet I can kneel on it.

 

[TooManyHobbies]

I use a sand bag to put the spoils on, even mud doesn't stick to it. Easy to dump back into hole. Knee pads or something soft to kneel on is a pain saver on the knees, especially for older guys.

 

[haxor]

Dollar store foam kneeling pad (garden section) I hate knee pads.

 

[cudamark]

Depending on the time of day and temp, and where you're hunting...... backpack with spare batteries, headphones, first aid kit, hat, sunscreen, hiking boots, snake guards, and bug spray.

 

[nathan619]

This may sound wimpy but gloves. You will find glass and gloves helps reduces cuts.

 

[Red James Cash]

Bigbore sidearm of your choice.

 

[RustyGold]

Welcome to TreasureNet from Southern California.
Cell phone with good working camera and gps.

 

[Professor of Engineering]

Hello Dr. Banner,

A Pin Pointer (Garrett is a quality brand among others), Digger (Raptor model 31C a bit pricey, but last "forever"), finds bag (Garrett is an inexpensive one).

Regards,

Doc

 

[marjam]

For coins, I like the draw string coin pouch, the larger sizes, to put those in. I also have a pouch for trash that has a zipper for the good stuff as well, but I like the coin pouch. Easy to drop a coin in and keep on going. I attach it to my belt loop.

I know some use fishing vests or any vest that has many pockets. Those are good too for carrying extra items, like water, a snack, etc.

 

[Okdirtfisher64]

I carry a few “golf tees” in case I’m on multiple targets in same proximity.

 

[Hashler]

Thanks for the golf tee recommendation, just threw a handful in my bag. I am using a game bag with belt, it has two Smaller pouches on the side and the big pouch on the back. Any sporting good place should have them for $10