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What metal detector is used on oak island?

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July 13, 2022 6:11 pm July 13, 2022

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The History channel’s popular show The Curse of Oak Island has brought a lot of attention and interest to the hobby of metal detecting. In particular, we all love watching…

The History channel’s popular show The Curse of Oak Island has brought a lot of attention and interest to the hobby of metal detecting. In particular, we all love watching Gary Drayton use his metal detector on Oak Island to find interesting objects over several television seasons!

What metal detector is Gary Drayton using on Oak Island?

Most of the time, Gary is shown using a Minelab CTX-3030. There are a variety of coils available for the CTX-3030 though it comes equipped with an 11-inch coil. You can also get a 6-inch small coil, and a 17-inch coil which is larger and has an oval shape. You often see Gary using this size on the show. Be sure to visit Gary Drayton’s website to support his shop and learn how to detect!

It happens to be the same metal detector I use most of the time! (I wish I had access to Oak Island!) Pictured below along with my beach scoop, it’s helped me find hundreds of recoveries for others and keep the beaches clean. You can even order Gary Drayton’s book about using the CTX-3030, but the must-have book for any new owner is the Minelab CTX 3030 Handbook by Andy Sabisch.

I highly recommend grabbing both books for your collection if you are curious about metal detecting and using the CTX-3030. Please contact me if you would like help deciding which detector to purchase!

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Metal Detecting T-Shirt!

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April 25, 2019 4:05 pm April 25, 2019

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When someone comes up to you and asks if you can help them find their lost item…you might be thinking, “I can dig it!” Here’s a new shirt that I’ve…

When someone comes up to you and asks if you can help them find their lost item…you might be thinking, “I can dig it!”

Here’s a new shirt that I’ve just created that lets you wear your passion for metal detecting! It’s produced by Cotton Bureau and they are very comfortable shirts. You’ll be able to wear them to detect or out for fun. There are several beautiful colors and sizes up to 5X!

Get out and dig it!

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Did you know Kellyco has a Military Discount for Minelab products?

GeekyBeach

May 23, 2018 3:36 pm May 23, 2018

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I don’t keep it a secret that I’m a big fan of Minelab. I absolutely love my CTX-3030 and know it’s worth every sand-encrusted penny! 😉 But one thing I…

I don’t keep it a secret that I’m a big fan of Minelab. I absolutely love my CTX-3030 and know it’s worth every sand-encrusted penny! 😉

But one thing I didn’t learn until recently was that Kellyco offers a 15% discount for active duty and retired military personnel who order by phone or in the showroom! Here’s how you can take advantage through Kellyco.

Military Discount – Minelab Metal Detectors!*
*Call Kellyco (1-888-535-5926) to get 15% off your purchase of a Minelab metal detector. Discount available to any active or retired military with proof of ID. Some exclusions apply.**

**Discount applicable on phone only. Must provide proof of Military ID or DD-214 to receive discount. Excludes Minelab GO-FIND metal detectors and all demo, consignment and refurbished machines. Cannot be combined with any other offer or discount. Not redeemable for cash value.

A few reasons why I think this is a great hobby for veterans:

1. Be in the moment

This hobby gets you out with a sense of purpose – headphones on, focused, and completely where you are. I find myself able to put outside thoughts and influences out of my mind while I’m detecting. It becomes all about thinking through the task at hand and narrowing focus when retrieving a target.

2. Let’s Get Physical!

It can be a pretty demanding workout depending on where you are hunting and how much you’re carrying. Beach and water hunting in particular when using a heavy handled shovel. Even if you’re out in a field, you typically carry a backpack full of equipment, water…anything you need for those hours out finding.

3. Military History

Depending on where you live, you may actually find a piece of military history. People post stories all the time about their Civil War finds and more. Perhaps this is something that could appeal to you and lead you to travel to look for relics. Plus, early metal detectors were used to find and clear actual landmines from World Wars I and II.

4. Finding a Community

There are metal detecting clubs all over the place. Many people find it fun and fulfilling to join a club where you know there is a shared interest. Make new friends, talk about what you find, and dig in deeper with your community.