When Asking Permission

[ricsplac]

When asking permission to detect on someones land what is the customary agreement between landowner and person detecting if anything is found? I am currently looking for my first detector but I wanted to get as much info as I could before I started my hobby.

Also can anyone can give me advice on the best place to find a Garrett 250 detector?

Thanks

 

[7centsworth]

Welcome to the forum. Lots of great people here and we are brothers and sisters in CHRIST.
When i ask people to hunt their yards , I tell them I detect as a hobby and look for old coins and relics. Tell them you are also . I average about 9 out of 10 people saying yes I can hunt there yards. Carry a couple of old indian pennys or silver dimes and give them one after you are done. Tell them that those are some coins you have found over the years or some you have collected. I always ask them first if you will be bringing someone along if they can hunt to. As some people don't want others with you. Some have told me just me and others have let me bring my friend.

 

[7centsworth]

Welcome to the forum. Lots of great people here and we are brothers and sisters in CHRIST.
When i ask people to hunt their yards , I tell them I detect as a hobby and look for old coins and relics. Tell them you are also . I average about 9 out of 10 people saying yes I can hunt there yards. Carry a couple of old indian pennys or silver dimes and give them one after you are done. Tell them that those are some coins you have found over the years or some you have collected. I always ask them first if you will be bringing someone along if they can hunt to. As some people don't want others with you. Some have told me just me and others have let me bring my friend. Check the sponsors on top of page. Indian nations has garrets and they say they are really good to deal with.

 

[ricsplac]

Thank you for the advice and information, I noticed at the bottom of your email that it says Kentucky Boy, what part of Ky are you from? I'm also located in Kentucky.

 

[Paul(NWOH)]

If they want a share, you have a fair amount invested in your equipment. If they would like for you to look for a specific item that you will be glad to, such as a wedding ring, etc. Offer to show them how to use your detector. After about a half an hour of digging nails, pull tabs and can slaw they will probably leave you alone. As you continue in the hobby you will most likely get another detector. They can use one or the other. I've read of people that said they wanted to see what was found and grabbed the valuable items and sent the detectorist away empty handed. If you can't agree just move on. If you want a new Garrett Ace 250 you can go to the forum sponsors or check with "Mike in MI" or "goesforever" on this forum. goesforever owns an Ace 250 and can give you tips on it's use. This is one of the few hobbies that can pay you.
May God bless you,
Paul(NWOH)

 

[DK]

Welcome to the forum, and to the hobby of detecting. You will totally enjoy this forum and the great people here and the hobby. There are some pretty knowledgeable people here. Post often. Try that Ace 250. I have one and it is great. Also the Teknetics Delta 4000 works good for getting started. Both retail around $250.00. Get a good handheld pinpointer, like the Garrett Pro-Pointer.

 

[Anonymous]

Welcome to the forum ricsplac and hope you enjoy being with us! Congrats on becoming a detectorist and wanting to learn things previous to the purchase, but most will be learned after you start and learn the tricks of the trade, so to speak! I would say get familiar with your specific detector and learn to dig without digging craters and to leave most lawns and parks like you have never been there! It will take some practice and you don't want to practice on someone's nice lawn before you do and get a bad name in their neighborhoods!

If you ask and they want to see the finds and/or want a portion, then you will need to sign something as a contract and spell out exact details, but before you offer to split, ask first and then if the subject comes up...have a form ready to sign or go on and ask someone else! Main thing don't dig craters and leave holes and trash that's dug up by the holes....discard in a trash can or bag....I always carried a plastic bag like the ones used for groceries or clothing from Walmart and etc. and then dispose of trash when you get home! Be neat, kind and considerate of others and you will see doors open to you and not be kicked out of areas that will be soon closed to all who detect and hunt for treasure because of a few selfish and sloppy goofs passing through for quick finds!!! May God Bless you and yours! Amen! Ma Betty

 

[Goes4ever]

I almost exclusively hunt houses and just go knocking doors all the time. some homeowners ask to see the finds but a lot don't even care, and I think out of all the tons of houses I have hunted over last three yrs, all I have ever gave away was wheats and a few indians. Most people say they don't want anything because I worked too hard to find it, which is true!

 

[7centsworth]

Larue county. Where are you located?

 

[ricsplac]

Is Hodgenville in Larue County? I'm in Adair County. Have you detected for very long? What type detector do you use?

 

[SeniorSeeker]

Well ... A good place to begin might be the sponsors of this forum. Personally I will support my 'local dealer' by purchasing from him or her prior to going elsewhere. You might also consider going to a website that will give the the basics in education about the hobby of metal detecting. MD'ing for Beginners It's okay to get the opinions of others, here on the forum, but that's exactly what you'll get ~ opinions (all be it some may be very good). The Ace 250 is one of those detectors that will bring varied opinions, as to its ability.

To be sure, everyone's opinion may be different regarding the ideal metal detector, for those 'New' to the hobby of metal detecting, but there are 5 that outshines the majority when it comes to value, quality, ability, reputation and warranty. It's my opinion the Minelab X-Terra 505, the Fisher F5, the Teknetics Gamma 6000, the Garrett Ace 250 and the White's Coinmaster Pro are the best of the starters in that they have better balance making it easier to swing for several hours without arm or shoulder fatigue. These detect deeper than their counter parts, within their price range, and have better ground balance, as well as bigger and brighter digital displays. Chose wisely. Chose Minelab, Fisher, Teknetics, or White's detectors. For those who prefer quality detectors without digital displays, Tesoro detectors, with a lifetime warranty, would be your best choice .

My thoughts for the day. Senior Seeker

 

[7centsworth]

Yeah hodgenville is in larue county . I live close to the green county line. Not to far from you it sounds like. We will have to get together and do some detecting. I own a minelab x-terra 70 and a bounty hunter sharp shooter. I never use the bounty hunter though as it isn't even in the same league as the x-terra. There is a dealer right before you get to nashville , which is not real far from us. I had a x-terra 50 I really liked also , I bought tyhe 50 used . And I bought the 70 used off of the metal detector classifieds on this forum. Post on there I am sure someone has one for sell.

 

[Mike from MI "Iron Brigade"]

Hope you like the forum. When getting permission you should be able to keep what you find.
If the place is that good and they want a cut, that will have to be an agreement between you both.
If you want the best Christan dealer that supports this forum hunt every year, call Al at 269-685-1776
Tell him I sent you.
God bless.

Mike