Metal Detecting for Beginners and Beyond Paperback – August 11, 2014

I have recently retired and decided to take up a new hobby--metal detecting--at the ripe old age of 63. I've done a lot of reading and watching videos on the topic in the past few weeks. This book is one of the best ones I've read for someone like me with no hands on experience--yet. It is very thorough, includes many recommendations on exactly which detectors and other accessories to buy, which was greatly appreciated. It also has many website links that I went through extensively. The book also goes beyond beginner level and gets into what I consider intermediate level nomenclature. In the past few days, I've literally ordered (from the internet) my first Detector, digging tools, belt pouch, pinpointing tool, and a number of other incidentals totally based on author, Tim Kerber's advice. After spending about $600, I'm anxiously waiting for all the equipment to arrive so I can break it all in come the end of this week. Tim covered the subject in a way that newbies and intermediate level detectorists will find an easy read while at the same time entertaining and easily understood. I can find only one person in my small town that is already metal detecting so I've had no one to lean on to make the learning process easier/quicker. Neither is there a club locally for this interest. With the wealth of information available through the internet though, I feel confident going to the next level and immersing myself in dirt fishing! Thanks Tim, for the great book. I'm using the heck out of it going back time and again studying details of what you had to say....

This is an amazing little book. I am brand new to detecting and after reading the manual and heading to the park a couple times I realized there is more to this than just turning it on and waving it across the ground. I got on Amazon and looked for books that would help. I loaded about thirty three bucks worth in my cart then saw this e-book for not much money. Being an e-book it would be instant information so I bought in. Other than the penny I found in the park, sort of by accident actually, this was my first found treasure. I bookmarked a bunch of pages, looked up all the links in the book and read nearly the whole thing in one sitting. I love the fact this book is on my phone at all times as a resource. Not just a one-time read for me. Written with knowledge and passion. Equipment choice, style and finding treasure are all covered here including a good list of online resources to guide you to the hot spots. That's very important. Buy this book, join a club, observe the rules then go out and respectfully dig for buried treasure.

This a good look at this rewarding hobby for beginners or a good review of the basics for a hobbyist. There's about 15 to 20 typographical errors that I found a bit distracting, which is why I dropped one star. His appendices contain most of the important links that he includes, so don't worry about writing them down as you read. Well done Tim.

I purchased a detector mid fall of this year without much thought of there being a season for this hobby. I was only able to go out a couple of times before I had to pack everything in because of the cold. So now I'm spending my "hobby time" figuring out what to prepare for in the spring (I've committed, I can't think of anything else). This book answered most of the questions I had bouncing around in my head and highlighted some areas of the hobby that I will definitely take seriously when I get started. There is a great run down of equipment and how to use it, best times to go, lingo (so when we join that certain FB page we'll know what people are talking about) and plenty of practical advice. Without getting specific, during the couple of times I was able to go out this year I immediately started some bad habits that I will now know to correct when I *really* begin next year. I'll also have a more confident technique in looking for treasure. In a nut shell this book definitely set a standard for a solid beginners guide on everything from etiquette to life hacks that help with the hobby.

Stalled half way through the book. He need to find someone to read it and actually deal with the issues in the book. He is a good guy. Just needs more input from his readers.

I have always had an interest in MD'ing, but not the time to give it a try. I recently ran in to a fellow on the Bitterroot river here in Montana, and was quite fascinated with listening to some of his finds and adventures. I purchased this book on my kindle, got about halfway through and started researching Metal Detectors. In addition to the fact that the author recommends the Garret AT Pro, so do many other folks. Also, I particularly wanted something I could take in the rivers and creeks without a worry. I received my MD today from Amazon, and plan to hit the boat launches on the Bitterroot tomorrow!As the title suggests, this book is truly for "Beginner & Beyond." Written in an enjoyable and very informative way, with Tim explaining the logic of the way he and his son operate through all aspects of the sport. Definitely glad that I bought this book. I will be ordering the hard copy to take with me to the field. Thanks for a GREAT job Tim.

Purchased this book on Amazon and received it on the day it was promised. I also bought another book on metal detecting at the same time and I will not mention the name of that book as it was a gross disappointment.Tim and Travis' book provides a wealth of information stated in simple layman's terms. I am a newcomer to the hobby of metal detecting but my knowledge expanded tremendously by reading this book. It includes everything from considerations about what equipment to buy to tips and advice on how to prepare and go on field trips. It covers terminology, what can be found, and what to do with items you have discovered. There are numerous illustrations that make their points much easier to understand.It is simple to understand and the numerous Internet links on all areas of metal detecting information is worth the investment by itself. Tim and Travis clearly did their homework before writing the book.

Un buen libro, fácil de leer incluso para los que usamos inglés de estar por casa.Es muy útil y también tiene su toque de humor. Sin duda una buena compra.

good book to read if your just starting out with metal detecting , give's you a good start.

Great introduction to detecting

I purchased this book as a beginner into the subject. Tim has written lots of common sense facts in the book which most people would over look. I would have liked more technical details of how things work and how to adjust, but overall this book explains the basics very well.It's also for the American market and very orientated for American coins, civil war sites etc.However for the apps and iPhone info , Google maps info etc it is worth a read and is suitable for all countries .Thanks Travis and Tim !

The book would not stay on my tablet the app for kindle kept disappearing on me so I had the wife order a physical book