Garrett AT Gold

Garrett AT PRO/Gold: a female headphone jack on the shaft. Photo

A female headphone jack on the back of the control box is not always convenient in practice. The only thing worse than this one is an output jack on the side of the housing. The perfect place is when positioned on the shaft. See the photo report: a headphone jack at the top end of the shaft. The waterproofing quality has remained constant. Continue reading

Chinese-made parts for Garrett metal detectors

In 2013 the problem of Chinese metal detector counterfeits was particularly relevant. Minelab, Coiltek and Teknetics are among those manufacturers who suffer, and it’s only Garrett that is not highlighted in the news. However, this situation won’t last long, it’s just a matter of time. And when this moment comes, Garrett will start to groan as Chinese will take everything – both the pinpointers and renowned Garrett ACE devices. Continue reading

Folding metal detector. Hinged shaft

Have you ever seen a metal detector with a folding shaft? When the machine unfolds like a pocket knife? Take a look at this one, it’s really unusual and interesting. Maybe this idea will inspire you to invent more sophisticated tricks – for instance, to make a unit with two shafts (that kind of thing already exists). Continue reading