The Metal Detecting Bible: Helpful Tips, Expert Tricks and Insider Secrets for Finding Hidden Treasures

Very good read, especially for someone who is not that knowledgeable about this hobby like me. Great info about types of detectors how they work as well as everything else you need to know. Was a little unsure about purchasing this book as written by an American so was worried it would be very much focused on gold hunting; pleased to say it wasn't ! Recommend to anyone who wants to know the ins and outs of all aspects of this hobby. Very well written in my opinion.

My husband is new to metal detecting and I bought this book to help him. Although it is an American book. my hubby said there is plenty of useful info and tips and is a good read.

I liked the size of the book - not too daunting. Friendly information rather than a lecture. Lots of practical tips. No time-wasting, self indulgent ramblings. The author neither ‘talks down’ to newbies, nor favours experienced detectorists - although I doubt the latter would be needing this book anyway. My dropping one star is only because I am in the UK and would have preferred all the advice to have come from someone whose experience is mostly in this country.

Bought as a gift. Very detailed with appendices to make own notes. Good value for money and arrived on time.

Book okay, but written for the American market.

I was pleased that the recipient of the gift appreciated it

Useful and easy to read

A gift for my son so can't really help.

I have acquired two books focused on the subject of metal detecting, this is one. Like another reviewer said- it's not a bible, but it's pretty darned good. The second edition is from 2023, the most recent and current on the subject that I could find. The other book I bought, Metal Detecting, also available from Amazon, is from 2016, which is this book's first edition's date. Both are good books, some content varies, some very similar, but my takeaway is a reinforcement of essentials, with refinements in both, The Metal Detecting Bible is more valuable from a timeline perspective of information. I had the Minelab Vanquish 540 recommended to me, and NOW it's my machine. A far newer system than an old Garrett I used for work many years ago, so I felt like I needed some educational assistance to catch up with my new hobby.

It has very useful information.

It contained good information and time-saving, efficient tips that would help any detectorist.

Very in depth read about metal detectors and detection. Best book I have read on the subject. Highly recommend reading this if you’re interested in metal detecting

The author shares his knowledge and experience about metal detection with humorous anecdotes and seriousness. I highly recommend this book for an introduction to the world of metal detection.