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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;cdcda, post: 8231, member: 941&quot;]Although I have not gone metal detecting in at least five years, I used to enjoy the hobby. My grandfather got me started back when the detectors could only tell you whether or not there was metal under foot, boy has the gear come a long way!</p><p><br /></p><p>My method in years past was to find old maps, in the case of the United States, I often used the first Geographical Survey Map of 1866 (if memory serves). I would look for streets on the map which no longer existed. And, since the map showed homesteads, if I found a street I would seek permission to detect in the vicinity of the old homes.</p><p><br /></p><p>Although I never found anything to retire on, I did find quite a few old coins, antique toys, medals, etc. My advice to you is to try it out with some inexpensive gear. If you enjoy it, invest in a high end detector and see what you can find![/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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