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While prospecting for gold, this prospector spots a 5 ounce nugget just sunbaking on the ground.  I have heard stories of this from back in the day.  What a thrill that would be.  You could afford to stay a couple more days after that nugget.

I always woundered if that size of gold nugget was right there on the ground, how about a 100 foot in diamiter around that area?  Woulden't you think there are more?  Even if you had to dig a little.  (That's just the one he told us about).  Enjoy the video!  And remember to Keep It In The Pan!

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49er Mining Supplies Gold Prospecting Charters

This sounds like a blast, we lived in this area for many years!  Lots of gold!  Check them out - Prospecting Equipment supplies and Charters!

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10 metal detecting tips

1. Metal detecting Safety -First and foremost is safety, bring plenty of water.  Nutrition rich food and snacks.  A high SPF sun screen.  A wide brim hat.  Long sleeved shirt, (lightweight in the summer).  Bring a cell phone.
2. Keep the coil level-The coil on a metal detector is a transmitter as well as a receiver, it sends a signal out and receives a signal back.  It needs to be perpendicular to the train you are searching.
3. Don't swing to fast-It's easy to get excited with anticipation and start swinging the detector a little too fast.  Refer to the owners manual of your metal detector for proper speed.
4. Test your detector frequently - Again your detectors owners manual will have specific calibration technique and frequency of calibration.
5. Invest in extra batteries - It is always wise to have spare set of batteries for your detector and store them in a water tight container. Read more...

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The Best Metal Detector

The best detector is the one that's right for you.  So what does that mean?  It all depends on a combination of where you live, your budget, and what you're interested in.  

1.  Choosing a brand.   The old saying "you get what you pay for" really only holds true within a particular brand's line of detectors.  Quality, warranties, and performance generally remain constant, but price is based on additional or different features.  Between brands, of course, quality, performance, price, and warranties vary greatly.  My best advice is to read field tests, talk to other detectorists, and determine what detector gives you the most value for your needs and budget.  

     - My philosophy:  I have used many brands and models throughout the years, but the only detector I'll ever use and sell now is Read more...