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I completely agree. Steve'sexpertise and his artistic talents were always a stand-out. Haven't seen or heard of anyone who is his equal.

You had quite a year Gary…you obviously put in a lot of work…thank you for providing incentive for '26...

isn't the estimated weight of the housing and battery around 4 pounds? If that's even close, that's pretty heavy imho.

Despite the controversy about Nugget Finder's decision not ship coils to us (the U.S.), etc. I am fully behind Rohan's less than ten-person operation. Their coils have been at the top of the heap for decades. If I have to send to Australia for my next NF coil, I will happily do it. Happy Holidays to everyone, especially Nugget Finder 😉

Ah Nordic, you are so right. I don't know if it's possible but what if it is? Hope you are doing well...

Doc you continue to amaze. I salute you and wish you the best.

I used to chat back and forth with Gary for years both with emails and phone calls. What a sweetheart of a man. A few years ago I learned he was having health difficulties and kept trying to get up to Idaho to meet him in person and visit a little. I regret I never got the chance. Godspeed Gary you are missed.

Reg, good on both of you for not succumbing to the world of fake drama. It's hard enough these days to get reliable advice and information about this amazing hobby.

Yes Chuck you are spot on. Here is an example of exactly what you have just described. Sorry I can't give it's location, but I know you understand. 😉

Truer words were never spoken...🙃

JP, you always make so much sense.

I love the 12" NF. It's almost too sensitive, it goes off on ridiculously small bits and does very well on everything else that I have come across. The weight change using the 7000 is really noticeable and welcome. I will never understand why the 7000 needed to be that heavy. That being said I love using the 7000 - 12" coil combination and thank Nugget Finder every time I do.

Slightly off topic and for that apologies. These posts reminded me of my dredging days when I was allowed by an old timer to dredge on his claim. On many occasions as I saw him cleaning the riffles in his six inch dredge he'd literally yell out loud "It's just fine gold! Who wants fine gold!" And he'd slosh his sluice box carpet in the river to wash it out. I often think of him as I pick up a tiny speck of gold that doesn't even weigh on my 2 decimal scale.

I have never experienced tape acting like a funnel. Silicone probably works but is hell trying to remove the coil cover if you have to replace it. And in my experience, no matter how 'well designed' the coil cover is, tape, or silicone if you prefer, is absolutely needed - unless you take the coil cover off after each session. fwiw

Just noticed this thread…Bob it's good to know you are still out there. You are the repository of some amazing stories.