In the 1960s and 70s, there were dozens of metal detector manufacturers. From Grandpa Garrett’s memories, there were more than 50. Only two names have endured to this day: Garrett and Fisher. Few people know that Minelab’s history began only in the 90s when the main technologies were already established. The first multi-frequency metal detectors did not carry the Minelab label. Today, the Australian manufacturer claims to be the industry leader… Yet, they produce rather strange detectors that provoke more bewilderment than interest. Continue reading