When you bring home your new Garrett Infinium metal detector why not check out our search and discovery advice to get you started in the right direction.
Begin With Research
It is always important to research the area where you plan on treasure hunting, land or sea. Know what particular type of items you hope to find and as much as you can about the specific location. There are books you can read or you may prefer to search online for information to assist you.
General Points To Keep In Mind
Study weather patterns in the area that interest you.
Be aware of tidal activity for beach searches.
Ensure that you have the best tools for the job of recovering whatever relics or treasures you find.
When you dig a hole and remove your target item be sure to double check the hole to see if there is anything else of interest.
Underwater Searches
It is especially important to keep safety in mind when using the Garrett Infinium metal detector under the water and when diving. Double check that you have high quality, fully charged batteries installed before diving and that the o-ring is well lubricated and the battery cap is hand tightened so it does not leak. Check the underwater headphones and ensure that the vent holes are opened up before diving.
Shallow Surf & Shoreline Searches
Due to the high sensitivity of the Garrett Infinium LS detector it can find metals with even a low conductivity. This is where saltwater in high concentrations may give a false positive reading. In these circumstances you can slowly increase the discrimination setting to reduce the sensitivity to salt water. Usually it is not necessary to go above 3.
Prospecting
The Garrett Infinium can help you find gold nuggets and other precious metals. It is usually best to set the discrimination to zero when searching for gold, especially in small quantities.
We hope you found this summary useful. Please check out as well our Garrett Infinium review, or look through our complete list of reviews on Garrett metal detectors, plus just where to get a good deal on one.