So, you've binged a few treasure-hunting shows and now you're wondering if your own old detector in the garage can find you a pirate chest. One of the first questions that may pop up in your head ...

Why would you want to detect metal? Oh, I don't know … maybe you want to find some gold in the ground. You could dig up ALL the dirt, or you could find the location that has the gold before you dig.

This is the allure of metal detecting. However, for many newcomers, the hobby can feel overwhelming. With thousands of detectors on the market and complex terminology like "ground balance" and ...