8 Lesser Known, But Very Cool Accessories

[☠ Cipher]

I thought I'd compile a list of things that are useful in our world, but that often make some of us say "no kidding, where did you find that?"

 

1. Floating buddy: This device can be easily constructed from common materials. wood, pvc, chicken wire, staples and zip ties.

 

 

2. Push in to screw on connector: allows less common push in connectors found on machines like the Land Ranger Pro to receive more common screw on coils. Can be purchased for $19.95

 

 

3. Flashlight/pinpointer holder: very handy for hunting at night in the cooler hours or mounting an underwater flashlight for underwater hunting. Easily holds a pinpointer as well. Can be purchased for around $5-$8 

 

 

4. Waterproof box for Garrett Ace series: simply unmount your Ace 250-400 control box, mount this box in its place, and insert control box into the waterproof housing. Can be purchased for around $90 

 

 

 

5. Folding shaft: relatively new device that can convert your metal detector into a fold and go. A little pricey at around $50. 

 

 

 

6. Audio jack light/vibrator: great for the deaf or hearing impaired to be able to enjoy or remain in the hobby. Prices range from several dollars for the light and up. Price and availability of the vibrator varies. 

 

 

7. Golf tees as markers: great for temporarily marking spots and questionable targets for later investigation or digs. As little as $9.95 for 120

 

 

8. Earth Magnets: grab a rope, toss it into lakes, rivers, streams etc and you're magnet fishing. Of course it will not work on non-ferrous metals, but then sometimes ferrous metals house non-ferrous items. Prices vary from $20 and up depending on pull. 

 

 

 

[Guest Tnsharpshooter]

Thanks for sharing.

[Whitbey]

Can you tell me where I can buy the folding shaft hinge.

Thanks

[Whitbey]

Hello Cipher,

Like the folding shaft hinge concept, can you tell me where to order one?

Thanks very much.

[☠ Cipher]

Hi Whitbey, I found one available on eBay just now using the key words Fold and Go Metal Detector Kit. It is made by a guy who calls his business Dan's Treasure Products

[Steve Herschbach]

Great post Cipher. Feel free to provide links when doing this sort of thing - saves people from having to do scavenger hunts via a Google.

[BeachHunter]

Great list. Thanks for posting!

[relicmeister]

I have the "fold and go" as it is called. Dan Willis in Ok Installed on my f75 - as a trial as it first was available just for Garrett AT series.-- if your pic is an f75 it's most likely my detector. I will be installing a fold and go on my Equinox as soon as I get mine. 

These are really good for ultimate portability. My f75 fits into a tennis racket bag believe it or not