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I’ve used detectors since the late 1960’s when I bought a cheap Mustang Detector that had no discrimination. Bought my first Whites Detector in 1987, and now have 4.

I used them for ‘Ghost Towning’ here in Michigan. I looked for places where the first settlers built their homes and farms. Usually an old stone cellar or stone foundation is all that remains.

I’ve found a lot of rusty nails and junk, but I’ve found a lot of rare and historical relics and coins too. From silver and copper coins from the early to late 1800’s, a cap and ball boot pistol, an octagon barrel from an early plains rifle in a lake, a mid 1800’s powder measure that still works, to a Civil War soldier’s US belt plate, and a Civil War Artillery coat button, to many early hand forged ax heads and assorted hand forged tools. Research, perseverance, and sweat pays off. A whole lot of walking and hiking to get to those often out of the way places, which is good exercise.

I own a Garrett Ace 150 and really enjoy it. Never found anything of major value, but have found pre-1900 coins, Revolutionary war era musket balls and other relics. While at Myrtle Beach, SC a couple of years ago, we noticed a young couple on the beach looking for something in the sand. I went down to see if I could help. The young mother-to-be had lost her wedding band and was crying like a baby. I grabbed my detector and found the ring within three minutes. Made a couple very happy. My best find to date.

OTOH, I have a nice collection of aluminum pull tabs. LOL

Hey what area of Michigan are you in Main Street? I’m in West Michigan...I’ve been detecting on and off for the last 10 years or so..have a Tesoro Bandito and a Tiger Shark.