Handbook for Detectorists by G.W. Gesink

Expand your knowledge of metal detecting with Handbook for Detectorists, an extensively illustrated guide by experienced detectorist, writer, and metal-detector distributor G.W. “Gert” Gesink. This substantial handbook brings together decades of practical experience, collecting advice, search techniques, equipment knowledge, and photographs of real discoveries.

Covering metal detectors, search methods, promising locations, recovered objects, and closely guarded detecting secrets, this book is a valuable reference for anyone serious about the hobby.

A Treasure Chest of Metal-Detecting Information

The author combines his personal field experience with information collected from detector users and other enthusiasts. The result is a broad guide filled with practical ideas for improving search results and understanding recovered objects.

Subjects include:

• Metal-detector technology and operation

• Field-searching techniques

• Selecting productive detecting sites

• Search patterns and recovery methods

• Identification of metal finds

• Detectorist experiences and field stories

• Equipment advice and practical tips

• Previously unpublished detecting techniques

• Examples of coins, relics, jewelry, and other discoveries

Extensively Illustrated in Full Color

Almost every page includes a photograph, diagram, or example of an actual metal-detecting find. With more than 400 full-color images and over 1,000 recovered objects represented, the handbook provides readers with an engaging visual reference as well as detailed written instruction.

Product Features

• Comprehensive metal-detecting reference book

• Approximately 350 pages of information

• More than 400 full-color pictures

• Over 1,000 metal finds represented

• Photographs of finds, detectorists, and search locations

• Helpful diagrams and practical examples

• Tips for both new and experienced detectorists

• Information gathered from decades in the hobby

• Softcover format

• Written in English

Benefits

• Improve your understanding of metal-detector operation

• Learn practical techniques for searching different locations

• Discover ideas for locating productive hunting sites

• Study photographs of actual recovered objects

• Gain insight from an experienced detectorist and equipment professional

• Recognize a broader variety of coins, relics, and other finds

• Keep a detailed reference available for field research and trip planning

Book Specifications

• Title: Handbook for Detectorists

• Full Subtitle: A Treasure Chest of Information About Metal Detectors, Techniques, Sites, Finds and Well-Kept Secrets

• Author: G.W. “Gert” Gesink

• Publisher: Detect

• Publication Year: 2005

• Format: Softcover

• Pages: Approximately 352

• Language: English

• ISBN-10: 908007554X

• ISBN-13: 9789080075542

• Dimensions: Approximately 6.7 inches wide × 9.4 inches high

• Metric Dimensions: 17 × 24 cm

• Weight: Approximately 1.87 pounds

• Illustrations: More than 400 full-color images

• Finds Represented: More than 1,000

Ideal For

• Beginning and experienced detectorists

• Coin and relic hunters

• Treasure hunters

• Metal-detector collectors

• Detecting clubs and instructors

• Readers interested in recovered artifacts

• Anyone looking to improve their field-searching skills

Handbook for Detectorists combines instruction, reference material, real-world experience, and an impressive collection of photographs in one substantial volume. It is an excellent addition to the library of any dedicated metal-detecting enthusiast.

Responsible detecting reminder: Always obtain permission before detecting private property and verify current laws, land ownership, permit requirements, and local restrictions. Respect archaeological and protected sites, properly fill all holes, remove recovered trash, and report historically significant discoveries when required.

A "treasure chest" of information about metal detectors, techniques, sites, finds and well-kept secrets.