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Suitable clothing for research with metal detectors
First of all, use comfortable but sturdy clothes, suitable for the type of environment where you are going to brush. If you go into the woods equipped with anti-tear clothing. For the upper [...]
Useful excavation tools for your search with metal detectors
To start practicing research mainly on land I recommend you start with a small steel and fiber shovel, very light, sturdy and compact. Try to choose the length that best suits your stature, [...]
Useful tips for searching with metal detectors on the beach and at the sea.
Here we are at the 2nd episode of "THE TECHNICIAN ANSWERS" our column intended to give useful advice for proper maintenance of your metal detector and the accessories necessary in research, to [...]
Simplex Metal Detector : All the news on the latest software updates
We explain the updates introduced in the new versions of the software 2.76, 2.77 and 2.78 and we will give you some useful indications to make the best use of your NoktaMakro Simplex+!Do [...]
Does gold fever rise? Let's get ready and set off for the adventure!
The search for gold (also called Gold Prospecting) is certainly one of the oldest human activities in the world. The "Yellow Metal" is in fact one of the most desired natural elements, both for [...]
Why buy a second coil for your metal detector?
Very often those who owns a metal detector, after some time want to enhance its performance, perhaps increasing the detector's depth. The most immediate and effective solution is to buy a new [...]
Garrett APEX: 5 Practical Tips on How to Use It at Best
5 Practical Tips to use your Garrett APEX at the Top! The brand new Garrett ACE APEX is a state-of-the-art metal detector, equipped with:4 single operating frequencies (5, 10, 15 and 20 [...]
What (NOT) to do before sending a metal detector for service
In this third episode of "THE TECHNICIAN ANSWERS" we will talk with Luca Alpini, Service manager of DetectorShop about "What to do, and above all what not to do, before sending a metal detector [...]
Metal Detector ... tips for your first purchase
Who wants to buy the first metal detector is hit by a flurry of information, sometimes even really conflicting and misleading, on which model to choose, we suggest some precious.
Myths to Debunk #3: The signal intensity relies on the target volume
FALSE! The critical factor in the target detection with a metal detector is not about its volume but rather the exposed surface to the electromagnetic field transmitted by the coil and also its [...]
5 Practical tips for Militaria research with metal detectors
If you are fascinated by the search "Militaria" or the one that involves findings such as:Friezes Insignia Uniform buttons Helmets But also shells, ogives, magazines etc.Here we [...]
Myths to debunk #2: high frequency metal detectors hear gold better!
TRUE and FALSE! Metal detectors characterized by the use of realtively higher frequencies are those that demonstrate better sensitivity on objects characterized by lower electrical [...]
The larger the coil, the deeper will go...
TRUE and FALSE! More generous dimensions of the coil actually allow to produce a larger electromagnetic field and therefore, theoretically, the detector could reach greater depths. Generally [...]
Myths to debunk #1: the best detector is the one that goes deep!
FALSE! The best metal detector is the one that makes us have more fun! In fact, each of us has is own style of research, his own way of living this hobby. The main qualities of a good detector [...]
Myths to debunk #7: the speed of brushing has no influence on the depth!
FALSE! Most MOTION metal detectors need the coil's movement speed to be between a certain minimum and a certain maximum to provide good performance. If you are too slow you may risk not to [...]