Buying a used metal detector should be really well thought out before jumping the gun and buy only from the detectors. The process must follow the following questions. Once answer each question, you're ready to buy a detector and start hunting.

Who am I the detector to buy?

Most metal detectors available either new or used, are user-oriented adult. If you are looking to buy one for a child, obtain a model or brand that is described as a detector for children. These machines may be too complicated for a child to understand. Teens should not have more than one problem using most of the detectors available, but may need a little mentoring from an adult when you start.

What type of game I will be doing?

Metal detectors basically fall into two groups: those units and underwater units. Most of the detectors under the Water can be used on land, but you can not take a ground detector underwater. If you plan on searching for sunken treasure on your next diving adventure, be sure to get submarine detector.

Alarms are also made for different types of hunting land – from coins and jewelry, relics, gold, etc. Each major manufacturers like Blanco, Garrett, Tesoro, Bounty Hunter, Minelab and Fisher do and have metal detectors better tailored to specific types of treasure hunt. You need to decide first what will hunt and choose the appropriate make and model.

Which metal detector should I buy?

After deciding how you will use the detector, you need to learn more about metal detectors that are older find used. This consult the online forums, such as FindMall or TreasureNet. Many Forum members have been metal detecting for years and have used many brands and models. You can benefit from your experience! Another method is to read advertisements in journals such as Lost Treasure greatest treasure, West and East of the Treasury and real treasure. In some of these journals, you can even find the tests in certain models of metal detectors.

Unless you relic hunting somewhere in a rural area sure to get a detector with the ability to discriminate. The discrimination metal detector lets you adjust as much scrap aluminum can tabs, foil and bottle caps. If you are looking forward to search a local park, you will definitely need to block signals from Trash!

How much should I spend?

Once you decide on the make and model, spend as little as possible on the detector used. Keep an eye on the market for this detector by using an auction site like eBay or others. You will find that the metal detectors used is usually given the time about the same price and again. The price may be vary slightly depending on what accessories may not be included. With this research, which will be equipped with the knowledge to purchase your detector the market price or more.

NOTE: Check often so that prices can jump into any business that may arise.

Where I buy a used metal detector?

As exercise equipment that are used little or nothing for their owners, metal detectors are often use very little and just left in the garage or basement, gathering dust. This is a good thing for you!

If you do not mind waiting, you can find used metal detectors at garage sales, pawn shops, flea markets, newspaper classifieds and selling goods. You can not have the advantage of finding a specific brand or model, but you can usually find a good deal.

You can also find a metal detector sites online classifieds as Craigslist. Be very careful when buying this way and insist that the seller provides a phone number so you can consider the detector before any purchase.

When shopping for a specific machine, the best place to find them are in the metal detector stores and online auction sites like eBay or others. Most of these sites accept Paypal or credit cards for purchase. In any case be covered in case of the detector is a problem.

The author has been a metal detector user for 30+ years and has used most of the top metal detectors during that time. He actively operates an online used metal detector store at http://www.UsedMetalDetectorsStore.com where you can find used metal detectors as well as detector manuals and information.

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Lone Star Metal Detector $159 Most children, at one point or another, embark on a treasure hunt. They dig in the sand at the beach, or in the flower boxes at home, hoping to find a pirate’s booty, an Egyptian King’s tomb, or a lost toy. As children grow, the meaning of treasure evolves from mythical wooden chests stuffed with gold into more commonplace articles, but the hunt maintains that sense of adventure. For those who covet treasures of the metal variety, Bounty Hunter offers their Lone Star metal detector. Those individuals who prize Mother Earth also benefit from the detector, redirecting littered cans to the recycling bin. The detector scans using a waterproof 8-inch coil on an ergonomic S-rod. Moving the coil levelly over the ground or water, the unit detects small items up to 8 inches below and larger items up to 3 feet under. Three different operation modes further assist the bounty hunter. For indiscriminate prospecting, press the “all metal” button on the detector’s touch pad, while selecting “auto notch” eliminates most pull-tabs and trash items from detection. The “discriminate notch” method eradicates iron and trash and allows the user to manually adjust the DISC/NOTCH knob to rule out other metals. The detector deciphers a target’s metal composition both visually on the LCD screen, and audibly with a tone through the built-in speakers. A low tone indicates nails, bottle caps, gold or nickel while a medium tone suggests pull-tabs, zinc, and post-1982 pennies. High tones denote copper, silver, brass, and pre-1982 pennies. A headphone jack is installed. Headphones must be purchased separately, as must the two 9-volt alkaline batteries that power the detector. This item is covered under a five-year warranty. The USA-made detector measures 28.7 by 10.5 by 6.7 inches upon shipping and weighs 4.6 pounds.

Treasure Tracker $29.98 Hunt for coins, watches, jewelry and more with your very own Treasure Tracker digital metal detector! Explore the science behind searching for valuables at the beach or in your own backyard! You’ll be amazed what you can find buried right beneath you. Adjustable settings, a digital backlit display and audio tone alerts make this metal detector easy to use and provides hours of fun! You’ll never know when you could strike it rich!

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VLF 2.1 Metal Detector $66.94 VLF 2.1 Metal Detector Bounty Hunter VLF 2.1 VLF 2.1The Metal Detector with Discrimination and Sensitivity Control is a low cost metal detector that will get you up and running for hidden treasure in no time. The VLF 2-1 Metal Detector by Bounty Hunter is lightweight with an ergonomic design for easy handling and comfortable use. The Bounty Hunters Metal Detector will detect coin size objects up to 5″ deep and larger coins at up to 3 inches. This Bounty Hunter Metal Detector also has discrimination control that will eliminate iron and most unwanted objects and sensitivity control for maximizing depth detection. Bounty Hunter The Metal Detectors VLF 21 operates on 2 9V alkaline batteries.FeaturesDiscrimination control will eliminate iron and most unwanted itemsMaximize depth detection with sensitivity controlDetects coin-size objects up to 5″ deep and larger objects up to 3″Volume proportional to signal strength2 search modesVariable levels of discriminationPreset ground balanceLightweight, ergonomic design for easy handling & comfortable use6 inch weather resistant coilOperates on 2 9-volt alkaline batteries

Pioneer Prospector Metal Detector $82.94 Pioneer Prospector Metal Detector Pioneer Prospector Metal DetectorBHPRODescription:Discover lost treasures with the Bounty Hunter Pioneer Prospector Metal Detector. Treasure hunting is the hobby for everyone; it’s fun, easy and – best of all – rewarding. This Bounty Hunter Metal Detector is easy to use; you’ll be finding coins, rings and valuable relics in no time.FeaturesThe Pioneer Prospector comes with FREE Carry BagDiscrimination control will eliminate iron and most unwanted itemsMaximum depth detection with sensitivity controlDetects coin-size objects up to 5″ deep; larger objects up to 3′Volume proportional to signal strength2 search ModesVariable Levels of DiscriminationPreset Ground BalanceLightweight, ergonomic design for easy handling & comfortable use6 inch weather resistant search coil

Gold Digger Metal Detector $71.94 Gold Digger Metal Detector The stylish Gold Digger ® Metal detector will detect all kinds of metal from iron relics, coins and household items to precious metals like silver and gold.For more privacy when treasure seeking, the Gold Digger comes complete with headphones and 1/8 headphone jack for immediate use. Automatic tuning and ground balancePower and sensitivity controlTrash eliminator control to remove most undesirable items from detectionEarphone included with 1/8 headphone jackKey Features:Motion all-metal mode for detecting all types of metalRequires 2 9-volt Alkaline batteries (not included)6″ Coin Depth Detection2′ Large Object DetectionAnalog Intensity MeterPresent Ground BalanceProgressive DiscriminationTwo-Tone Audio7″ Closed Waterproof Coil

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VLF 2.1 Metal Detector w/Carry Bag $82.94 VLF 2.1 Metal Detector w/Carry Bag Bounty Hunter VLF 2.1 w/Carry bag VLF 2.1The Metal Detector with Discrimination and Sensitivity Control is a low cost metal detector that will get you up and running for hidden treasure in no time. The VLF 2-1 Metal Detector by Bounty Hunter is lightweight with an ergonomic design for easy handling and comfortable use. The Bounty Hunters Metal Detector will detect coin size objects up to 5″ deep and larger coins at up to 3 inches. This Bounty Hunter Metal Detector also has discrimination control that will eliminate iron and most unwanted objects and sensitivity control for maximizing depth detection. Bounty Hunter The Metal Detectors VLF 21 operates on 2 9V alkaline batteries.FeaturesDiscrimination control will eliminate iron and most unwanted itemsMaximize depth detection with sensitivity controlDetects coin-size objects up to 5″ deep and larger objects up to 3″Volume proportional to signal strength2 search modesVariable levels of discriminationPreset ground balanceLightweight, ergonomic design for easy handling & comfortable use6 inch weather resistant coilOperates on 2 9-volt alkaline batteries Bounty Hunter Carry Bag Rugged, double-stitched construction with an adjustable strap.

Quick Silver Metal Detector $118.75 Bounty Hunter Quick Silver Metal Detector

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