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Metal Detecting

Water Hunting Scooping Techniques

October 29, 2021November 7, 2021 Saltshaker
Dedicated to our late great friend John. He will never be forgotten

There are all kinds of metal detecting sand scoops out there to choose from and depending on your needs, the … Read the rest by clicking here.

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Modifications

Metal Detector Coil Repair

October 28, 2021 Saltshaker

Once in a while the wire on your coil may deteriorate and the jacket will peel. Unfortunately there is no way to replace the jacket but you can replace the wire instead … Read the rest by clicking here.

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Modifications

Custom AT Pro Straight Shaft w/ Mechanical Remote PP Mod

October 27, 2021October 27, 2021 Saltshaker

Here is a nice mod I did a few years ago but I still use this bad boy when the time calls for it. Although I primarily use my Excal, I really … Read the rest by clicking here.

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Metal Detecting

Detecting The Cuts

October 16, 2021October 16, 2021 Saltshaker

When you see something like this then you better grab your detector asap!! That’s because you will more than likely find something really good out there.

This is what we call a … Read the rest by clicking here.

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Finds

Detecting Finds Over The Years

October 15, 2021 Saltshaker

When I first started detecting in the water, we had a huge cut open up and this was my result in just one day, a total of 13 rings!! Who says 13 … Read the rest by clicking here.

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Modifications

Waterproof Minelab Explorer II

October 15, 2021October 27, 2021 Saltshaker

Here’s an oldie but a goodie. My waterproof Minelab Explorer II project. This was done years ago prior to the arrival of the Equinox. This has been done before on similar levels … Read the rest by clicking here.

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Modifications

Custom Waterproof Equinox Headphones

September 19, 2021October 27, 2021 Saltshaker

So now that I am a proud owner of a Equinox 800, the first step for me was to build some custom headphones that were more comfortable, sounded better, and were waterproof.… Read the rest by clicking here.

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Modifications

Custom Modified Minelab Excalibur

August 31, 2021October 27, 2021 Saltshaker

My main tool of searching has been the Minelab Excalibur but if you buy a new stock one, your results may vary when it comes to one that is fully modified!

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Finds

My First Diamond Ring!

August 24, 2021September 1, 2021 Saltshaker

This was a great and very unique find. It was at an old retired golf course. I went to a spot where people used to tee off . My thought was people … Read the rest by clicking here.

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Metal Detecting

Hello Everyone!

August 16, 2021August 28, 2021 Saltshaker

Welcome to Detecting Underground. This new site will feature some interesting things for you to read, learn and discover as I share techniques, modifications and some finds from the years of my … Read the rest by clicking here.

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Newer posts

  • Hydra-HP-Elite Headphones
  • Gifts From The Gigmaster!
  • Quick Update
  • Equinox and Excalibur Hydra-HPs
  • Old Cut But No Gold
  • Minelab Target ID Charts
  • Minelab Excalibur Coil Wiring Chart
  • Crashed a 50th Class Reunion For Surprise Ring Return
  • The Trash We Find
  • Custom Minelab Excalibur Decals
  • Water Hunting Scooping Techniques
  • Metal Detector Coil Repair