We hope you enjoy your weekend! Here’s a few links to keep you busy until we get back. They’re not exactly metal detector related, but you’ll like them:
Stop the presses! Metal detecting has gone Hollywood. If you’ve ever wanted to see a metal detector larger-than-life, this could be your chance. King of California stars Michael Douglas as a fresh-out-of-the-mental institution father, and Evan Rachel Wood as his emancipated teenage daughter, as they venture together on a quest for an ancient Spanish treasure buried beneath their local Costco in this “darkly funny, exciting and surprisingly hopeful take on the modern family and the American dream,” says an anonymous commenter on IMDB.
The movie was released in the US on September 14th 2007, and is playing in a limited number of theaters. The reviews for this film are mixed, but generally favorable, even being called a good sequel of sorts to One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest.
Here’s the trailer for the movie:
Movie Reviews:
NY Times
Rolling Stone
MercuryNews
I know, the title isn’t that clever, but I just found another blog done by a metal detector named Gus, out of Texas. Gus spends his weekends searching for treasure around a lake with his Ace250, and posts his findings on his blog with pictures and comments. Down by the Lake is the name of the site, and it’s so interesting to follow Gus and his findings. Read through a few weeks of posts, and you’ll start to feel like you know him, and you’ll find yourself rooting Gus on for the next weekend.
Have you seen other sites like this? Let us know in the comments, and we’ll share it with everyone.
Looking for a solid metal detector under $100? The Bounty Hunter Fast Tracker is a great starter metal detector, and for under $100, you can’t go wrong. Metaldetectorreviews.net has it rated at 3.5 out of 5 stars. The reviews are mixed, but most say it’s a good choice for beginners, with its only real downfall being black sand.
Here are the details for the Bounty Hunter Fast Tracker:
You can buy the metal detector here: Bounty Hunter Fast Tracker
Have you used this metal detector before? Let us know how you liked it in the comments.
A few readers have emailed us asking various questions about our blog. They said they are new to the internet, or not familiar with blogs, and need help with navigating our site. We decided to dissect our blog for those of you with the same questions. Here are sections of our site, with a brief explanation of each part. Hopefully this answers your questions, but if not, ask away in the comments section.
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A location near Finley, Tennessee was used as a bombing range during World War II, covering over 2,300 acres. A metal detecting survey was done in the area, and it was determined that Finley isn’t likely to contain any unexploded bombs or related hazards. The tests were run to check for residual bombing materials in the top 2 to 4 feet of soil, and there’s no mention of the type of metal detector that was used.
This is all part of the DERP-FUDS program, or Defense Environmental Restoration Program for Formerly Used Defense Sites. The corp is working its way through thousands of fields, and progressing as money becomes available.
It’s interesting to see all the ways metal detectors are used. So many people see them as being only used as hobby, but clearly metal detectors have much greater uses than finding buried treasure.
John Corney, of Corsley Heath, has created a remote controlled metal detector that can climb over footballs, and has an on-board camera to help the controller guide it while it hunts for treasure.
At 50, John Corney has found hundreds of old coins and medieval artifacts with his invention. It cost the creator £2,000 and six years to develop this creation, and was based on an idea he had after hearing a story about land mines.
It makes a fantastic metal detector and I think it is the future of metal detecting units. Anyone could use it because it is remote controlled. I hurt my back in the Gulf War and can’t swing round so this is great for me and for people of all abilities to use.
Mr. Corney is currently looking for a developer to help bring the device to market.
Have you made any modifications to your metal detector? We’d love to hear your story or see a few pictures. Tell us about it in the comments.
Here are two photos of scrap silver and coins found recently by flickr user daviddrummond46 with a Garrett Ace 150 metal detector.
Have you found something recently you want the world to see? Let us know, and we’ll share it for you.
I found this video on YouTube today and decided it was worth posting. The sound quality isn’t the best, but it shows Mike Pegg’s metal detecting technique, and he discussing treasure hunting in the UK.
Have you seen a video that belongs on this site? Tell us about it in the comments.
“What next?” is a very popular question I hear from my friends. They buy a detector, and after about a week of searching around their yard, they start to try and figure out where else to treasure hunt. Here’s a small list of places that might help get you started. This is by no means the most definitive list, so if you know of a good place to metal detect, tell us in the comments section.
BEACHES
The beach is one of the most popular places to go metal detecting, and for good reason. People will often change clothes when they arrive at the beach, or when they’re getting ready to leave, so there’s a good chance you’ll find modern coins a-plenty. People also spend a lot of time in the surf on the shore of the beach, so if they had change in their pockets, it’s easy for it to fall out. The soft sand at beaches is very easy to dig through, making it simple to locate items. Try hunting not only the sandy area, but also parking lots near the coast. Some beaches have regulations in place for metal detecting, so make sure you check the rules before you head out.
RIVERBANKS
Check your town’s history if you have rivers running through it. Some rivers had old bridges with toll booths on them, and many parts of the river might have been ferry crossings. You may also want to find out if there were any popular fishing spots. There’s plenty of treasure hunting to do on riverbanks, so make sure you give yourself enough time.
SCHOOLS
Let’s face it….kids lose stuff. Metal detecting at a school can be a fun search, but keep in mind the type of items you’ll find. Be prepared to walk away with modern coins, and a handful of toy cars. Try researching the schools in your local area. Some schools are built on older school sites. If this is the case, you improve your odds of finding something valuable.
CHURCHES
Churches are usually one of the first buildings constructed in a town, which obviously makes them the oldest in the area. Weddings and many social events are hosted at churches, so there’s no telling what you’ll find. If you’re lucky enough to live in Santa Fe, NM, you’re living next to the oldest church in the US.
NATURE TRAILS
Hikers usually travel with backpacks, and often stop to eat a snack or take a break. When metal detecting on nature trails, try to think like a hiker. Don’t just search the trail, try searching near big rocks that someone might sit on, or just off the beaten path.
Where are the best spots you’ve found? Let us know in the comments.
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