WHO benefits from this book?•Anyone in a hurry to learn about metal detecting•People who are visually oriented and prefer illustrations over words•Beginners who need a quick and simple guide to the hobbyWHAT will I learn?•Important technical terms, such as Discrimination, Target ID, and Phase Shift•How detectors work and what all the dials and displays mean•An overview of the different types of metal detectors•Detector prices and ranking charts, Chapter 12 and Chapter 13WHY a photo book? •Pictures convey a lot more information than words.•May people prefer visually oriented instruction over words.•All you need to know is contained in the captions and the resource material at the rear.•A full reference section includes: -Detector choices for beginners -Hobbyist magazines and online resources -A comprehensive list of prices, manufacturers, and suppliers