Prospecting Gear

The detector accessories that make a beginner prospector look like they know what they are doing. Pick, scoop, pinpointer, folding shovel, scales, gold vials.


Walco Longreach and short magnet picks

Walco Premium Magnet Pick — Longreach

The longest pick Walco makes — so I bend less and dig more.

Green plastic prospecting nugget scoop standing upright

Pro Series Nugget Scoop

Plastic, so it won’t set off the detector — and yes, it’s green.

Digital gold pocket scale in an open case with calibration weight

Gold Scales

A birthday present from Amanda — for weighing the gold I’m yet to find.

Camouflage Snake Armour shin gaiters with plastic buckles

Snake Armour Gaiters

Plastic buckles — so I don’t excitedly detect my own leg.

Black 3-litre hydration pack standing upright on stone paving

3L Hydration Pack

Three litres of water — and a pocket for the locator beacon.