New to prospecting with a metal detector

[rykroll]

I own a nox 800. Was wondering if this machine is sensitive enough to find nuggets? And what are some basic tips and tricks? What type of signal should I be focusing on?

 

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[VlPokeylV]

I'm new as well and have read up on this model. More of a multi-purpose detector but Bill seems to like it... can't be terrible!

 

[cpomike13]

Yes, but you'd be better off with the 6 inch coil. More sensitive and easier to use around rocks and brush.

 

[hound]

I've had success finding nuggets with it. If you want a multi-purpose detector that can do relics, coins, and gold then there are two main choices. The Nox 800 with the 6" coil, and the XP HF Elliptical coil paired with the ORX or Deus controller. I personally tend to lean towards the Deus with the HF Elliptical because the frequency it uses is almost double the Nox so it has the edge on the tiny stuff and the coil is purpose built for gold prospecting. The XP coils have their own electronics and processing built into the coil itself so its optimized for the gold.

Unless you're going up against a dedicated gold machine like the goldmonster you won't be disappointed in the Nox.

If you're planning on trying your hand in the Great Falls area expect a lot of trash, that 6" coil will help a lot. There's areas where you pan for a little gold and having a detector along to sweep for spots that give a signal can help you get a bit more shine in the pan.

 

[Lanny in AB]

For small gold, the signal you'll be looking for comes in very low on the digital readout (1,2,3), and of course, if the gold gets bigger, the numbers will go up, always remembering that at the best, gold is a mid-range target ID and nuggets (depending on their purity) will reflect that.

All the best,

Lanny