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Find expert metal detecting tips from seasoned detectorists across Europe. This edition focuses on techniques in the field, the search patterns, signal reading and decision-making methods our Detexperts use to improve accuracy and success during every hunt.

Explore the features and technology behind the X-TERRA ELITE metal detector and learn how it supports detecting across locations and skill levels.

Meet Detexpert Joel Jokelainen, a Finnish detectorist whose childhood curiosity grew into more than 20 years of uncovering history, including a rare Iron Age Seax found in Finland.

Start the year with metal detecting, an outdoor hobby that blends adventure, history, and discovery, with easy to use detectors for all experience levels.

Cornelia Ostler reflects on her journey into treasure hunting, inspired by her father’s legacy and driven by a passion for history, exploration, and discovery as part of Team Minelab.

Meet Detexpert Colin Ashcroft, a UK-born detectorist whose curiosity led to remarkable archaeological discoveries in Belgium, including a rare Roman love-token fibula.

Looking for something to do in the lull between Christmas and the New Year? Discover how metal detecting adds adventure, fresh air and excitement to the quiet days. From family-friendly hunts to short searches with Minelab detectors, make the most of the in-between week.

Find expert metal detecting tips from seasoned detectorists across Europe. This edition focuses on settings and customisation, the small tweaks and smart setups our Detexperts use to get clearer signals and better separation in every hunt.

Ready to move from X-TERRA VOYAGER to X-TERRA ELITE? Discover why upgrading gives you more depth, clearer target signals, and greater control.

Step up your detecting with MANTICORE, EQUINOX 700 and 900 – powerful, reliable metal detectors built for all terrains and every type of adventure.