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Metal detecting can be a lifelong hobby that expands your time outdoors. It doesn’t take any special training and you can enjoy it virtually anywhere, either alone or with a group. Whether it’s your wife’s lost wedding ring at a campsite or historical artifacts in the back yard, the ability to detect a buried or partially buried item brings all kinds of rewards. Here are a few more reasons you should consider getting a detector.

Bounty Hunter

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America’s history is buried just beneath the surface, from Native American trade points to Civil War mini-balls and Spanish treasure, there is no end to the stories just waiting to be uncovered. Like surface-collecting arrowheads, you never know what you might find. All it takes is a metal detector and a trowel to dig into the hidden past all around us.

Garrett

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Metal detecting is a great way to introduce children to the joy of being outdoors. Compared to other outdoor hobbies, purchasing metal detecting equipment is a relatively cheap, one-time investment that might even pay for itself many times over with finds that have more than just historical or personal value.

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Most detectors are small enough to take anywhere. Some feature single-piece construction, while others incorporate headphones to help block out distracting noises. A good model will also have a “discrimination mode” that can help you distinguish between target metals and junk.

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