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Recent content by cjw

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    what is imaging?

    I see many references to imaging. I do not have it on my ( newly acquired ) ACE 250. Is it on every other Garrett model? What is imaging and how does it work? thanks for any info.
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    just a test......

    Hi, I'm just doing a test upload to see if I can post pics here. ...and how large and clear they will appear.... Nikon COOLPIX camera ( just a small one that fits in your shirt pocket ) I used the 'macro' mode so the flash would not 'wash out' any detail. any comments?
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    Can I 'jump' to a page?

    As I prepare for my first season of MDing, I want to read and learn as much as possible. How do I 'jump' to an older page on this forum without going back just 2 pages at a time? IE: I'm now at page 35. ( Try getting to pg 35 and you'll see what I mean. ) 3 days ago I sent this ques. to the...
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    How do you ask?

    How do you ask someone for permission to MD on their property? I read recently... to offer the property owner "...any 'find' will be split 50 / 50." Does that sound reasonable? 50 / 50 split ?? How do you ask or get permission from someone to MD on their property?
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    Why a Coil Cover?

    a Coil Cover? Is it to protect the coil against 'bumps' against stumps, rocks etc as you maneuver through the 'hunt'? are the covers necessary? are the coils easily damaged? I appreciate any comments....thanks
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    Harley Davidson an' MDing

    This will be my first summer MDing. I would like to combine it with my motorcycle. ( H.D. Heritage Softail Classic ) I plan on putting my MD equip. in the saddle bags. Anybody else here 'ride' to the 'hunt'? Any advice for me?
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    Swing Speed

    I've heard the expression .. Swing it low Swing it slow. what is the 'rule of thumb' for swing speed? Is it 1 ' per second?
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    Am I ......ready to go?

    Recently...I decided this hobby could be very interesting. I did some internet research ..websites and forums. ( I found this forum particularly helpful. ) This is what I have purchased.... Garrett ACE 250 BOSE Ear Buds KOSS Headphones Garrett PRO-POINTER when the snow is finally gone (...
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    Headphones...any diff.?

    Why do people use headphones...to hear 'faint' sounds? So the 'beeps' do not annoy people close by? Is there something I should look for in headphones? .. phones with volume control? ..Wrap-around? ...Ear buds? I was going to go to the local electronic store and just get any set ..but I...
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    Laws concerning MDing

    I just got a MD and I'm wondering if there are laws that apply to MDing. Are there legal concerns? I tried to 'Google' ...Canadian Laws On Metal Detecting and did not find any useful info. Do you know of any websites that give the laws / restrictions concerning the use of M.Detectors? ( I...
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    please help me choose

    I've never done this before but it sounds like an interesting hobby ( for a retired sch. teacher ). I'm considering the ACE 250. Is this a good starting / basic model? Is it wise to start with the ACE 250 or should I jump into a higher priced model and 'grow-into' it. are the top models more...
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