METAL DETECTING 2021

Metal detecting can be for folks of all ages! "People have been detecting since 1881 when Alexander Graham Bell invented a device to find the bullet lodged in President JAmes A. Garfield." Today's New York Times has a full page spread on the state of art today. Metal detecting is growing as the detectors are becoming more sophisticated. The term detectorist applies to all enthusiasts from all walks of life. A world-wide organization RING FINDERS with a publication that spans the globe. My late friend, Mike Lee of Ware was passionate about his quest as evidenced by gold and silver found ANYWHERE!Gold rings are a favorite for the detectorists. Rings missing for years have been found in the sands of time. " Detectors can range from a couple of hundred dollars upward to $5,000. A popular pick for experts is the French-made XPDeus $900 and for kids,the Nokta Makro Minu Hoard ($120.") My grandson Chase is a detectorist. Looking for a new hobby? Become a detectorist and log onto RING FINDERS. ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN