Metal Detecting Archive

  • I’ve had my Keene RC1 hard rock gold pilot mill for sometime and have really enjoyed using it. If I had to guess I’ve ran about 30 tons through it...

    Keene RC1 Gold Rock Crusher Disassembly

    Posted on March 12, 2012 | No Comments
    I’ve had my Keene RC1 hard rock gold pilot mill for sometime and have really enjoyed using it. If I had to guess I’ve ran about 30 tons through it...

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  • Try different recovery methods - Don't just stick with one form of gold recovery. If you mainly detect sample for fine and lode gold as you return to the truck after a days hunt. If you pan, consider a dry washer or detector. Shake it up a bit, reinvest your gold into better equipment and see what you've been missing.

    Tips That Will Help You Find More Gold Nuggets in 2011

    Posted on January 2, 2011 | No Comments
    Try different recovery methods - Don't just stick with one form of gold recovery. If you mainly detect sample for fine and lode gold as you return to the truck after a days hunt. If you pan, consider a dry washer or detector. Shake it up a bit, reinvest your gold into better equipment and see what you've been missing.

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  • Nugget hunting with a small group of dedicated, trusted friends is a very effective and fast way to get everyone onto nuggets. This type of technique allows you to go to an area as a group, then fan out and hit multiple washes, hillsides, etc. at one time. It can be a good idea to bring radios as well as making sure everyone in the group is equipped with a capable gold detector. It also helps to build trust, have fun and everyone gets a sense of accomplishment.

    Guerrilla Style Nugget Hunting

    Posted on December 31, 2010 | 4 Comments
    Nugget hunting with a small group of dedicated, trusted friends is a very effective and fast way to get everyone onto nuggets. This type of technique allows you to go to an area as a group, then fan out and hit multiple washes, hillsides, etc. at one time. It can be a good idea to bring radios as well as making sure everyone in the group is equipped with a capable gold detector. It also helps to build trust, have fun and everyone gets a sense of accomplishment.

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