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THE BEST KEPT SECRET:

A TREASURE HUNTERS GUIDE

Pro Tips Stories and FactsforMetal Detectorists

3 Quick Detector Tips

QUICK FACT!

Tarnished coins can be more valuable than

dipped coins. See page 3 for more fun facts

about metal and coins!

Tuning Tips From the LivingLegend

1) Consider purchasing acoil cover,which will

protect the coil from

possible damage.

2) High levels of salt cansometimes interfere with

your detectors signal.Lower your detectors

sensitivity level to stabilize

readings.

3) Invest in a pinpointer.Thiswill not only speed up

your recovery time, but

also prevent damaging

your target.

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Sometimes it takes time and strategy to get the most out of

your metal detector. Tuning your detector is crucial in

increasing your odds in finding your target and could be the

missing puzzle piece in your treasure hunting strategy. Stu

Auerbach, owner of Kellyco Metal Detectors and long time

metal detecting hobbyist, suggests a great method in,

addition to factory instructions, to

ensure your metal detector is

working at its top capability.

When your metal detector is set

on all metals, your detector willlook for any kind of metallic

object in the soil, such as bottle

caps, tins, and nails. In order to

get around this, increase your

discrimination, which will limit your

depth, but will help filter out

undesirable finds, and also

decrease your sensitivity control.

Once you have adjusted your

machine, the real test begins.

In order to get started, you will need some metal samples orpieces. Try to pick an object similar to what you would like tofind while detecting.

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Tuning TipsContinued from Page 1

Picture this: yo

are strolling along

with your meta

detector jus

waiting to find

something . .

and then

happens! Unarguably, searching for you

target is one of the most exciting aspects o

metal detectingyou never know wha

could be causing your detector to signala

diamond ring, valuable coin, or just a littlepiece of yesterday. Of course, in order to

learn whats under the ground, you will have

to dig! To a metal detectorist, digging a hol

is like scienceit must be neat and exact o

the instability might just cause chaos, that is

a big mess of dirt surrounded by a wel

manicured patch of green grass.

Part of the responsibility of metal detecting i

ensuring that the area you disturb while

Should you clean discovered coins?

Value often dictates the necessity to clean your

coins. If the coin in question is considered

valuable and sought after by collectors, no

attempts should be made to clean the coin.

Several methodologies and beliefs regarding

best practices exist regarding coin cleaning.

Because certain techniques can sometimes do

more harm than good, any urge to shine up an

old penny should be avoided. And the old, but

often times dead-on, clich, Beauty is in the

eye of the beholder, is true in the minds of coin

collectors. A nice patina or tarnish may actually

be preferred over a restored shine.

If you cant resist the urge to clean or just

enjoy a shiny finish on your personal

collection, try these easy tips:

Soak your coins in distilled water andthen freeze. As the ice crystals form, the dirt

will expand and detach from the coin. This

method may need to be repeated several

times.

Apply any standard white glue to the

surface of the coin and peel off once dried.

Cover a copper penny in ketchup, scrub,

and rinse. Mix baking soda with water to

form a paste and rub the mixture on the

penny to return its shine!

For example, if silver coins are your concentration,

take a recovered or replica coin and bury one at

approximately thirty inches. Make sure you mark

your coin in order to guarantee easy recovery.

You can do this by tying a piece of string around

the object and burying with the untied end of the

string still exposed on the surface. By doing this,the string acts as a direct guide to your target.

Once your target is buried, move your detector

over the area to see if it detects your buried

object. If your detector does not indicate a find,

try reburying the object at a shallower level in

order to determine readable depth. If yourdetector does sound, it is time to dig a deeper

hole and bury your target once again in order to

test the detectors limit. When retesting, try

increasing or decreasing the depth of your hole

by five inches during each trial. Ultimately, this test

allows you to determine the level of depth your

detector is still successfully finding particulartargets.

By following these easy steps, you will not only be

more familiar with the signals your detector is

emitted, but also heighten your awareness ofyour detectors potential.

Pro Tip:ReachingYour Targ

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Pro TipsContinued from Page 2

Not all types of corrosion are equal

For instance, the development of rust

on iron often has devastating effects

The development of rust

compromises the integrity of the iron

causing pits, cracking, and the

overall deterioration of the metal

Rust usually develops when iron is

exposed to moisture

and oxygen over anextended period o

time; the process is

expedited by the

exposure of salt

water.

Tarnish is another form of corrosion

Unlike rust, tarnish usually affects the

top layer of silver and does not

compromise the overall structure. To

a collector, tarnish does notnecessarily devalue a find, but

actually serves as protection. A

polished or cleaned coin may

actually decrease the value of the

coin by approximately fifty percent

Tarnish may also be referred to as

toning when the film develops ove

a long period of time.

The Smart Collector:

Metal, Age, and Its

Effects

digging or searching is left with as little damage as

possible and cleaner than how you found it. In order

to achieve this, one must be systematic in their

technique.

With a dulled flat-tip screwdriver or latex wand,

attempt to estimate the depth of the target in order

to determine the dimensions of the plug of soil you

will need to dig. In order to avoid scratching or

damaging your target, make sure your probe has

blunted edges.

Your probe can

double as another

tool used to

extract the target

from shallow soil.Next, using any

kind of hunting

knife or cutting

tool, cut a

rectangle in the

soil, but be sure to leave the fourth side of the

rectangle intact and uncut. The uncut area will act

as a hinge when attempting to remove the soil

without complete detachment. If you cannot avoid

detachment, make sure to have a drop cloth or a

round plastic piece (like a Frisbee or even a flexibleplastic kitchen cutting board) available for easy soil

transfer when complete. Once you have your plug

of dirt unearthed, wave your detector or pinpointer

over the plug to see if the target is in the plug or if

deeper digging is necessary. After you have found

your treasure, place your new piece safely away in a

storing deviceof your choice, such as a fanny pack,

finds apron, or back pack, and replace the plug of

dirt by simply laying down your plug or using yourplastic disk to replace the dirt.

Having a systematic plan for extracting your treasure

will not only decrease frustration, but will save time

and open up your day for more treasure hunting!

Written and designed by Keri-Anne Tessitore

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