Buying tools from the US to Europe

[digallday]

Hello.

First post on the forum!

I'm a beginner at metal detecting and in the process of buying stuff for the hobby.

I live in Sweden and here metal detecting isn't a very big hobby. It's difficult and expensive to buy MDs and accessories. The market is much bigger in the US, and it's cheaper.
I'm currently interested in head phones, digging tools, carry bag and rain cover for my Fisher F5.

Are there any dealers in the US that ship to Europe, and in this case, Sweden? And for a reasonable price? I don't want to spend more on shipping than the items I buy.

Hoping that someone can help me out.

 

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[vpnavy]

1st - While you are waiting for a response - I figured I would welcome you aboard from the great state of Pennsylvania (USA).

2nd - You might consider browsing Sub-Forums: Other Countries for information related to Sweden.

3rd - I did a quick search and found other member's in your country - here is just one: Detector partner in Sweden? (Jun 13, 2012)

 

[digallday]

Thanks for the welcome.

I suppose treasurenet is mainly a US forum but I thought I'd give it a try. The "Other countries" sub-forum is quite small and not many Swedes hang out there.
The question is directed to american MD suppliers, and I guess they don't browse the Europe-subforum very often.
I was a bit uncertain about where to put the thread but since it's concerning tools I decided to put it here.

The only dealer I've contacted in the US is Kellyco detectors, but they didn't bother to answer.

 

[maipenrai]

Well, if you cant find what your looking for in Sweden, then try Finland. There are several places that sell detectors there, and other equipment, most speak Swedish or at least English.

 

[Pointman]

There may be individuals willing to sell and ship their detectors overseas. I have shipped items overseas and it isn't difficult, but it is harder to track and I don't think that USPS will carry insurance for overseas shipments. I can't remember. The costs for shipping sometimes isn't cheap so you may end up paying more. My guess is that a detector going to Sweden may be $50-70 for shipping.

 

[Jeff In North Georgia]

I make some accessories for Minelab detectors as a hobby. Some get sold overseas. I mainly use USPS First Class International as it is the most reasonable but their tracking is very poor. Usually is 10 - 15 working days to Europe. Have had a few get lost or long delays to Eastern Europe (Russia, Ukraine, Germany, Lithuania) One ended up taking three months, also had one returned three months later.

It also expensive. This way is about 2 - 3 times higher than we would pay in the US for the same weight.
You can always go with Priority Mail but it is about double of the First class rate.

Examples:
1lb Priority mail in the US ~$5-7
1lb Int. First class to Europe ~$17
1lb Int. Priority mail to Europe ~$38
1lb Priority mail Express mail to Europe ~$50

Maybe try buying stuff from the UK? I know their prices are higher but closer shipping may be cheaper?
Try PMing some of the sponsoring dealers on that forum?

I have a detecting pen pal in Europe. He buys stuff here in the US and has it shipped to me. I send him a care package when it get up to ~4lbs USPS First Class limit. Sends me some nice silver coins as thank you gifts for my trouble.

Jeff