Listly by Monika Saringer
Here are a list of some of the best metal detectors for your money.
The Barska Pro Edition Metal Detector features two operation modes, adjustable knobs for sensitivity, discrimination sensitivity, and volume control for speaker or headphones, (not included) and a low battery indicator. The unit operates on two 9V alkaline batteries (not included) and has a 6.5-inch waterproof search coil that allows you to search in shallow water.
Find coins, lost silver and gold jewelry and perhaps even pieces of history with the Bounty Hunter Gold Digger Metal Detector. It identifies coin-size objects up to 6" underground, and senses larger items up to 2' deep. Features automatic tuning and ground balance as well as a treasure meter and sensitivity control to hone in on precious metals.
Detect treasure in extreme ground conditions--from saltwater beaches to highly mineralized inland sites--with the Bounty Hunter Tracker IV metal detector. The rugged Tracker IV is so efficient and user-friendly that it maintains sensitivity without requiring adjustments to the circuitry. The Tracker IV's lightweight design is easy to maneuver. (View larger).
The Bounty Hunter Quick Silver Hobby Metal Detector with Pinpointer is equipped with a preset ground balance, which neutralizes the response to mineral content in the ground. With, the Squelch-Tech, this detector eliminates false signals saving most of your time. The pinpointer helps in finding the exact location of buried metal objects.
Introducing the ALL-NEW Garrett ACE series - not just a new line of detectors, but a new way of thinking. We've taken much of the leading edge technology and well thought-out features from our GTI and GTAx lines and packaged them into the most aggressive, rugged outdoor design in the industry.
A metal detector is a portable electronic instrument which detects the presence of metal nearby. Metal detectors are useful for finding metal inclusions hidden within objects, or metal objects buried underground.
Mention the words metal detector and you'll get completely different reactions from different people. For instance, some people think of combing a beach in search of coins or buried treasure. Other people think of airport security, or the handheld scanners at a concert or sporting event.