So, you've binged a few treasure-hunting shows and now you're wondering if your own old detector in the garage can find you a pirate chest. One of the first questions that may pop up in your head ...

Metal detecting is a fun hobby for some, and a serious passion for others, so here's a primer for the newly interested investigators looking to hop in.

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Don't go out wandering aimlessly looking for treasure. A little research can make your metal detecting hobby much more rewarding. By Eric Alt Published Apr 11, 2026 1:28 PM EDT Add Popular Science ...

In this epic metal detecting adventure, I head deep into a remote mountain river canyon to scan natural rock traps and bedrock crevices. What started as faint signals under the water quickly turned ...

Available in seven models to handle a wide range of applications, Eriez model 1200T series metal detectors detect both ferrous and nonferrous tramp metal in magnetic ores, highly mineralized products ...

When most people think of metal detecting, they picture a hobbyist wandering around in the sand at the beach, looking for coins or other small objects. However, metal detecting can be so much more ...