off topic-metal detector ID needed

sonny61 · Aug 22, 2009

My neighbor was given this detector today and asked me for info on it. So far I cannot find anything on the web on it. It is a "Superb Sound MD-3005". That is all that is written on it. He would like to know who makes it and where to find instructions for it. (Personally I think it looks like a kids detector). If this needs to be moved to another forum please feel free to do so. Any info appreciated. Thanks Sonny

redlined · Aug 22, 2009

Looks very similar to one my grandmother gave me as a kid. I think Radio Shack marketed them for a time in the early to mid 80's. Never found any coins with it, but it would pick large metal objects......

allen · Aug 22, 2009

definetily radio shack and not good for much, sorry !

DANGLANGLEY · Aug 22, 2009

I found a website that has several of the MD 3005. It looks like they are for beginners.

DANGLANGLEY

http://www.streetprices.com/Hobbies/Metal_Detectors/

Click to save a searchable note.MD3005 TREASURE HNTR
FAMOUS TRAILS MD 3005

TREASURE HUNTER Metal Detector Famous Trails MD 3005: TREASURE HUNTER Metal Detector Metal Detectors Electronics TREASURE HUNTER Metal Detector, Manufacturer: Famous Trails
$32.40 – $70.50

DirtyMike · Aug 22, 2009

Its true they don't work very well but for the record that was my first machine and it dug up several bullets, some assorted brass, and my first civil war eagle button! My kids still use it and find stuff with it. Works better in woods with little trash and you just have to dig all the sounds.

spartacus53 · Aug 22, 2009

DirtyMike said:
Its true they don't work very well but for the record that was my first machine and it dug up several bullets, some assorted brass, and my first civil war eagle button! My kids still use it and find stuff with it. Works better in woods with little trash and you just have to dig all the sounds.

It can't be a total loser if you found a CW eagle button, most can't find that with the most expensive equipment. I guess so long as it beeps he will have to dig, potluck :wink:

sonny61 · Aug 22, 2009

Does anyone know what the red button on the handle is for? Doesn't seem like it does anything. I really appreciate all the info. Knew I could rely on Tnet people.

njnydigger · Aug 22, 2009

Hey Sonny, I could be wrong, but, there is an outfit called Harbor Freight. They are like a Lowe's. They are nationwide. I'm pretty sure I saw those SAME detectors for sale in their store. They were going for like 40 or 50 bucks. A detector is a detector. Your basically paying for the name, advertising, etc. Give it a shot. Might work, however, for that price it probably won't get much depth. I think they are mainly used for everyday folks that wish to find gas lines in their yards, underground tanks, etc (ie; BIG targets). Or just to mess around with. Check out the Harbor Freight website. Pretty sure those are the same ones.

njnydigger · Aug 22, 2009

Just looked on Harbor Freight. Same detector. Go to their website and type "metal detectors" in the keyword search box. They will come right up. Two separate models. One is 30 bucks and the other is 50 bucks. Turn it on and let it rip. See what that sucker can do. BTW, maybe the red button is a pinpointer, however, on a 50 dollar detector I highly doubt it.

sonny61 · Aug 23, 2009

njnydigger said:
Just looked on Harbor Freight. Same detector. Go to their website and type "metal detectors" in the keyword search box. They will come right up. Two separate models. One is 30 bucks and the other is 50 bucks. Turn it on and let it rip. See what that sucker can do. BTW, maybe the red button is a pinpointer, however, on a 50 dollar detector I highly doubt it.

Thanks its a match Sonny

txpathfinder · Aug 23, 2009

Caution: do not press the red button. In one of the most diabolical designs it will hurtle you to the pre-iron age where you will only have your detector and your wits to survive amongst the neoliths. Yep, better to just not use that red button, maybe cover with some silver duct tape.