Tesoro Lobo Super Traq

[Big Whiskey Hall]

I was given this detector about 2 years ago, but its rarely been used. Plus, I would not consider myself an experienced metal detector person. I have done a little gold prospecting such as panning, sluice box and high banking.

I now have more time to get out there and prospect and metal detect for gold. I also recently moved to North West Montana near border with Idaho. There are some really good known gold areas in both these states within 100mi of where I live.

I would really like to hear from others who are familiar with the Lobo, especially if you prospect for gold with it. Or, if you are from my area of NW Montana & Idaho and are familiar with the rocks and soil of this area.

Any suggestions and advise will be appreciated.

 

[steve herschbach]

I have used and been around the Lobo a lot http://www.detectorprospector.com/steves-mining-journal/metal-detecting-gold-ganes-creek-alaska.htm#.UMOML3y9KSM

Not sure what you want to know. I got one for my father because in all metal mode it is so simple to use. Automatic ground tracking, just get out and dig everything that goes beep! If you get into bad iron trash or hot rocks, go to disc mode and run 1.5 to no more than 2 on the disc, just enough to cause small ferrous trash to break up. Run the sensitivity as high as you can while still getting stable performance.

The Lobo is a very solid, reliable prospecting prospecting tool.

Steve Herschbach

 

[Big Whiskey Hall]

Steve,

Thanks so much for your reply. The info is very helpful. I really enjoyed enjoyed the link and article about the prospecting trip with your Dad and friends in Alaska. I can only dream of something like that.

I like your honesty describing how long you searched until you found the "Big One" that really put you over the top. Seemes I have read some things from you before. I subscribe to the ICMJ and GPAA mags. Have you wrote articles for them?

I am really looking forward to getting out there and searching. I've spent all my life chasing the business dollar in a rat race and big city (Atlanta, GA). All I've ever really wanted to do was live out west and ramble through the mountains.

Now I live out here and am able.

Again, thanks so much for you reply.

 

[steve herschbach]

I have written for ICMJ and you will see more from me there in the future.

Best of luck to you out there. You have a good detector. Get out and enjoy the adventure!

Steve Herschbach

 

[BillF]

BWH, not sure what part of MT you are in but the Murry-Prichard,Id. area is pretty well known for its gold. Been there many times. If you are unfamiliar with these towns they are at the Idaho start of Thompson Pass, between Kingston, Id. and Thompson Falls, Mt.
Good luck!

 

[Big Whiskey Hall]

Thanks.

Yes, I am close to Thompson Falls. I am in Paradise, MT area. I've been getting the forest maps of those areas and studying them while its winter. I do plan to focus on those areas. Have you been detecting old mining sites and streams?

Did you find any gold? What type of equipment do you use? Any info you would care to share is appreciated.

 

[mudpuppy]

I've got a buddy with a pretty good claim down in Salmon...and I used to live in Fortine just south of Eureka...but now I'm back in the rat race chasing the dollar accidentally for just a little, just long enough to take care of my elders, then see you on the river!. Theres all sorts of stuff right around where you are, including opals..a very gem heavy region. I'm excited to hear how you get on up there! You fall in with the right bunch, and you'll be alright! Coming from Georgia, your accent should help you out, the natives will probably think your from Texas! As long as you dont sound all Californish or NewYorkie, you should be fine.
Mud

 

[BillF]

BWH, we used to go there and pan. Yes we found some very good flakes. The types of detectors we had back then weren't for nugget hunting. So I cant help you on that one. I am willing to bet the area all along Thompson Pass has gold. Make sure you arent on someones claim, best of hunting.

 

[Big Whiskey Hall]

Thanks man,

You're right, most do think I am from Texas. The really savvy ones can tell its a more deep south accent. Thank God I ain't from Calif. I'd have to lie about that if I was. The locals out here don't care one bit for them folks from Calif.

I can't blame them. I know there are some good folks from Calif, I've met some and had a great time prospecting up with New 49ers, Happy Camp, CA., summer 2010. The problem is, the ones who screwed up their state are pulling out and moving to places like Montana. When they live here, they then try to turn it into what they had in Calif.. " Mama always said... Stupid is as stupid does"

I am really excited to be out here. I can't wait till spring. I am taking the winter to study up on the maps, present and old mining activities and minerals. Any advise from others is welcome.

I hope to cross your path on the river on day Mud Puppy. Good luck with your family matters you are working on

PS: I like your logic quote

 

[Big Whiskey Hall]

Yep, will do. I don't want no trouble being where I should not be.

Thanks again

 

[BillF]

I forgot to mention, if you go to Prichard they have( or used to) the Bedroom Goldmine Bar. The man literally tore the floor out of his bedroom and struck gold. Theres a sluice box coming out the back. Great place to check out. Most dont realize either that Murry was the capitol of Idaho before Boise was.

 

[Big Whiskey Hall]

I will check it out. I read an article not to long ago in a GPAA mag. about that area.

I love the old west stuff.

 

[mudpuppy]

You watch your top-knot out there! If you get bored over the winter, may I suggest calling in coyotes, or beaver trapping? Those beaver are pretty good little sluicers in their own right, they will dig out a canal and keep that gravel nice and clean for you to do some test pans in.! Matter of fact, come to think of it, they are the only other animals besides us that can modify major ecosystems to fit their needs.
Mud