Recent content by Mecky

The first one looks like bayonet for a Kalashnikow (with wire cutter). I have to see if I can still get them from a surplus store and bring one back. Cheers Michael

Hi Guys, Thank you all for your input! I think I'll go with the Equinox 800... I've watched some videos today and the Equinox 800 picked up targets similar as the GM 1000. (I agree that the location/mineralisation will play a role) I reckon it'll do what I require and there is a Minelab...

Thank you All for your input!!! I've read as much that a gold detector may not be as good as a coin detector or the other way around... However, as I don't know what I want yet (treasure/beach or gold detecting) - I'm looking for a machine which can do both. I also have no experience with gold...

Thanks Aussiedigs! That is also what I don't yet :). What I would like is a detector which is able to do everything: find some stuff on the beach, in the park etc, but is also able to find gold... So far I'm looking at an Equinox 800 as the Minelab marketing seems to have worked on me ;) A...

Hi All, Firstly Im a total newbie to metal detecting. However, I would like to take this up as a hobby and that the wife is a mineralogist (loves rocks) helps. Now to the above question What is the best metal detector brand? Here, in this forum, Minelab seems to be very prominent. Sooo, are...