T H E D E T E C T I O N S P E C I A L I S T S · 2016. 8. 31. · the relic hunter. FEATURES...

T H E D E T E C T I O N S P E C I A L I S T S

We are the Australian distributor of the "well known" USA manufacturer,

White's Electronics, which have been manufacting treasure hunting and prospecting detectors since 1950.

Today White's Electronics remain at the forefront of new and innovative designs and

provide real value for money to everyone from the beginner to the professional

prospector and treasure hunter.

We offer a larger range of advanced prospecting and treasure hunting detectors, full range of accessories, including popular searchcoil brands like "Nugget Finder" and

"Coiltek".

Our Aim is to provide every achievable service to our customers from

the serious professional right down to novice beginners.

The best products, the best friendly advice, the best goldfields in the world, everything

you could want!

Catalogue designed for Gold Search Australiaby Dean Mortimer © 2011 - 2015

INDEX

Choosing the right detector

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TDI PRO Oz-Series 3

5MXT All Pro 6

GMT Goldmaster

Spectra V3i 7Sierra Gold Trac (SGT) 8

Sierra Super Trac (SST) 8Surf master P.I 9

Coinmaster

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White's Metal Detectors............................................................

Coinmaster ProCoinmaster GT

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............................................................ 12Comparison ChartSearch Coils / Skidplates

............................................................Nugget Finder 15White's ............................................................ 14

Coiltek ............................................................ 16Accessories

Lower Stems

17Detector CaseCarry BagRain Hat

Control-box CoverPick Holder Harness....................................................................

18BatteryPower CableCar / Wall Charger

Battery Holder

....................................................................19Gold Pan Sieves Suction Bottle....................................................................

O-RingLCD Decals Arm PadsArm Strap....................................................................Velcro Strips Black Tape

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AU Trap Panners MateSluiceConcentrator 20

....................................................................Display CasesHand Dredge

............................................................ 10MX5

4Sierra Pulse Pro (SPP)............................................................

Pick Sand Scoop Lesche 21Trowel....................................................................Shovel Coin Probe

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22Head Phones External Speaker

....................................................................Divers Rod

Cable GuardControl Stand....................................................................

MagnetsHip Stick

24Arm CupNut / Bolt / Washers

Back PageMetal Detector Hire Information

Prospectors Accommodation

Australian Authorised Whites AgentsNorth VIC Engines (Diesel + Petrol Engines)

Forgotten Gold StoryCustomer Stories

MXT'ing for GoldField Testing the White's TDI Pro

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Gold Maps / Books

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25....................................................................White's Educational BooksJohn Tully Maps 26....................................................................

Stephen Barnham Books....................................................................Whites Manuals

Doug Stone Maps

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TRX Pinpointer ............................................................ 11& 13

The right detector, a brief guide for people who are new to detecting

At Gold Search Australia we stock a good selection of detectors to cover a variety of different uses. To get the best results it is important to buy the right detector to suit the job.

Detectors are broadly divided into 2 types, the first being VLF (Very Low Frequency) detectors which White's have made since the early 1950's and the second being Pulse Induction which have been around from the mid 1990's. Both have their pros and cons.

Pros (Thumbs Up)- The Vast majority of VLF detectors have a display screen that provides information about the target in the ground, this information is used to judge if the target is worth digging or not. - VLF's have the ability to discriminate against ferrous objects and the better models can be set up to ignore or accept a selected range of the targets, with a helpful variation in audio tone. - Some high frequency VLF detectors will detect fine gold that is invisible to Pulse Induction machines. - VLF's are comparatively cheap and light in weight.

Cons (Thumbs Down)- VLFs can often struggle to detect targets in highly mineralised ground, it can make them noisy and reduce their detection depth. - There is a limited number of search coils available for most VLF detectors.

Pros (Thumbs Up)- Pulse Induction detectors also known as P.I detectors, can penetrate deeper into mineralised grounds where gold is often found. - There is a huge range of search coils available which could increase the amount of gold found.

Cons (thumbs Down)- No display screen for information, only audio, so all targets should be dug. - Discrimination on some brands is not reliable.- P.I detectors prefer solid targets, very fine disseminated gold can be invisible to them - They are more expensive, heavier and can be susceptible to electrical interference (EMI)

VLF Detectors

Pulse Induction

Suggestions

White's MXT PRO - 3 in 1 Detector: for travellers who seek a variety of detecting opportunities, coins and relic hunting on beach or land and the ability to prospect for gold in areas where mineralisation is not as heavy.

White's TDI Pro Oz-Series: A dedicated gold hunters detector, to run well on mineralised beaches and in heavy mineralised grounds throughout the goldfields.

White's GMT Goldmaster: For chasing fine alluvial or small gold in reefs, riverbeds and pipeclay, with the ability to ignore ferrous targets, can locate small gold that Pulse Induction detectors can miss.

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White's Sierra Pulse Pro: Handles areas that produce EMI (Electrical Magnetic Interference) and runs smoother in mineralised grounds throughout the goldfields.

Finding gold was just the beginning! TDI was origionally designed for prospecting; now optimized for exceptional preformance for relic, beach, even coin hunting.

Professional-level ground balancing, pulse induction detection. Unlike any other metal detector on the market today, the TDI is capable of remarkable depth and extreme sensitivity in the mineralised grounds.

TDI Pro Oz-series Harness Hip / chest mountable Carry less weight Detect longer (Sold seprately)

Hip and chest-mountable!

TDI PRO OZ-SERIES

FEATURESFine-tune Ground Balance Controls Coarse and fine tuners precisely balance out the iron mineralisation of hot rocks, black sand and other tough ground conditions.

Pulse Delay control labled for best preformance settings for small gold, wet salt and large targets.

3-Way Target Conductivity Selector allows variable audio to hear low / high conductive targets, or both.

Volume Control Get extra sensitivity for tiny targets and still keep volume at a comfortable level.

Frequency Control adjusts for hunting near power lines, microwave or other enviromental interference.

Battery Life L.E.D light.Waterproof 12" Spider Search coil.One 14.4v 6.8Ah (98Wh) Lithium-IonRechargeable Battery.

Two Year Transferable Warranty.

Field Testing the New white's TDI Pro

Oz-Series StorySee Page 32

Item# TDI01

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SIERRA PULSE PRO

Advance Quieting Technology Specifically designed to run smoother in

HIGH Electrical Interference areas

4 Controls- Threshold: Hear targets easier in the ground - Frequency: Eliminate Electrical Interferences like powerlines, radio towers and other detector operators.- PWR / Gain: Switch the SPP metal detector ON / OFFIncrease Gain for better depth penetraition - Ground Balance: operate with full ground balance capability, can also operate without ground balance when ground minerals are low for increased depth.

Fixed 2 Tone ConductivityHear all targets with either high pitch sound (low conductive) or low pitch sound (high conductive) thus, the Sierra Super Pulse will hear all GOLD whatever it's conductivity.

Multiple Search CoilsSupplied with, 12" Mono Aussie coil for larger deeper targets

Battery

Includes NiMH Battery and Charger and a, slide in 8xAA Battery Holder (8 Dry Cell Batteries Included)

Two Year Transferable Warranty

FEATURES Item# SPP01

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L.E.D Battery Indicator

Optional Nugget Finder and Coiltek coils available (sold seperately)

Simple to use!Just set each control

to and your ready to hunt.

GMT Forgotten Gold Story34 Ounces of Gold Found

see page 29

48 kHz gold-power, proven ground tracking, tiny target detection, complete ground control, finds nuggets; large and small, plus coin's too!

Used in gold fields around the world.GMT® ignores the harsh ground found in gold bearing areas to simplify gold prospecting.

GMT GOLDMASTER

FEATURESAuto Ground Balance with fast auto trac® Tracks and adjusts while you hunt.Grab Push pad: Sets ground balance in an instant “FOLLOW-THE-PAYSTREAK” Displays the amount of magnetic minerals in the ground.Iron Target Analyzer: Determines the probability of iron as you sweep.Iron ID Bar Graph: Displays the percentage probability of iron in the detected target.48 Khz Operating Frequency, Best for gold!Optional ID Audio Iron ID “GRUNT” Comes at the end of the GMT’s “zip-zip” sound.

Variable Self-Adjusting Threshold (VSAT)

Waterproof 6x10” Search Coil.“AA” Drop-In Battery System. 40 hrs. of hunting. (Optional Nicad Rechargeable System.)Two Year Transferable Warranty.

Item# GMT01

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MXT ALL PRO

Backlit display for hunting in low light. See what you’ve detected ...

Identify targets before you dig! Seven audio tones inthe Coin & Jewelry program

Easy navigation menu... just pick a program and go!

Then pull the trigger and see how deep to dig!

MXT ALL PRO combines popular new features with legendary MXT performance.An all-new keypad ... plus Tone I.D., Ground Grab, backlight, and more!

The versatility of 3 completely separate hunting programs, with the added deep detection of White’s proven 10” DD search coil.MXT ALL PRO is sure to be a new favorite for the weekend prospector, coinshooter, andthe relic hunter.

FEATURESBacklit Display: High-efficiency backlit display for hunting in low light conditions.Tone ID: Seven tones in the Coin & Jewelry Program. I.D. different targets before you dig.Ground Grab: A convenient way to update ground tracking from a locked setting. Or, from a tracking setting, temporarily lock tracking for multiple passes over questionable signals.3 separate programs: Unique target responses, display info, and audio frequencies.Relic: Specifically ID’s buttons, buckles and bullets. The display offers VDI range of -95 to +95, target blocks, relic target labels, battery check, overload alert and depth reading.Prospecting: Iron Grunt for targets with high probability ofbeing iron. Display offers VDI range of -95 to +95, % probability of IRON, ground phase, battery check and over-load alert.Coin/Jewelry: Display offers VDI -95 to +95, Target Blocks, Coin/Jewelry/Trash-target labels, battery check, overload alert, depth reading and Tone I.D.

Automatic Ground Balance: Simple, fast, and accurate.Operating frequency: 15 kHz

10” DD Waterproof Spider Search Coil

3 easy-adjust controls:GAIN maximizes sensitivity and depth.THRESHOLD allows you to hunt with a slight hum or hear only the sound of detected targets.DUAL control functions differently in each program.

Drop-in Battery Pack: 40-hour operation from 8 “AA” batteries. (Optional Nicad or NiMH Rechargeable systems available, sold separately.)


Item# MXT-AP

MXT'ing For Gold Story

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SPECTRA V3i

V3i takes treasure hunting to a whole new level of performance and depth.V3i is equipped with plenty of new treasure-finding features including wireless headphones, HD color display, and an array of languages just to name a few. These are sure to make your hunting more fun than ever. But the true measure of a better metal detector? “Does it go deeper? What are you finding?”

The answer: V3i users are digging older, deeper coins, relics and jewelry. In places hunted time after time with other top-of-the-line metal detectors!

Custom-built wirelessheadphones “sync” with Spectra V3i in just a couple of steps!- Sold separately.

9 Pro Designed Turn on and go! Programs

FEATURESOn-board Quick Reference GuideSearch Coil Selection More accurate depth measurements when using accessory coils.

3 x 3 Target I.D. System™

3 Optimized Hunting Frequencies

Wireless SpectraSound® Headphones (optional)

Live Controls for Real-Time Adjustments10” DD Waterproof Search CoilSelectable Ground FiltersAdjustable Recovery DelayDozens of Expert Menu OptionsNiMH Rechargeable Battery SystemAdjustable BacklightOwner Registration (Software Embedded)Languages: Spanish, French, German, Russian, Turkish, and English.


9 New Turn-on-and-Go Hunting Programs

HD Full-Color Display

The Search screen's Spectra Graph™ displays each of the 3 frequencies; 2.5 kHz, 7.5 kHz and 22.5 kHz. Detect a target and analyze shows target size and characteristics at each frequency.

See it all in HD Color! Icons, Spectra Graph target signature, and depth.

Item# SPC01

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3 Simple Controls High performance GAINMaximizes sensitivity and depth.

Fast Auto Trac® Tracks and adjusts while you hunt.

Visual Display Operates in an All Metal / Silent Search mode with Audio and Visual Discrimination Indicator.Depth Reading Detect a target, the screen shows you how deep to dig!

Waterproof 6x10" inch Eclipse Search CoilTwo Year Transferable Warranty

1/4 inch headphone jack

FEATURES There is no learning curve, you will be finding at once.

~ Jimmy Sierra

The SST is mounted with the popular 6 by 10 inch Eclipse Oval Search Coil for extra ground mineral control and target separation.

Item# SST01

SIERRA SUPER TRAC (SST)

14 kHz Frequency

FEATURES Item# SGT0148 kHz FrequencyAll metal Operation: Hear all metal targets.Simple Operation: 2 Controls, Power on / Gain & Audio Threshold.Light weight: The SGT is light weight and well balanced for all-day hunting.Waterproof elliptical "DD" 6x10 inch search coil. (optional coils available)"8x AA" Battery SystemCan be used with any Goldmaster Series (48 kHz - 50 kHz) coils.Two Year Transferable Warranty.

I am very impressed with this detector and would recommend it to anyone hunting for

fine alluvial gold in clay laden gravel.~ Adam, NSW

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SIERRAGOLD TRAC (SGT)

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SURFMASTER P.I

PULSE DELAY reduces black sand noise. Quieter on the beach, more targets! Sensitive to targets even at maximum depths.

3 Easy Controls

GAIN adjusts for beach conditions to get every inch of PI depth.

TUNER adjusts threshold tone and checks battery.

Item# SRF01Pulse Induction detection for extreme depth on coins and jewelry, especially in saltwater and mineralized ground.

Gain control adjusts for your particular beach conditions so you get every inch of PI depth.

FEATURES

Completely waterproof to depth of 100 feet

12" dual field spider search coil.Near-neutral buoyancy.

Adjustable Pulse Delay reduces black sand noise.

Auto. Ground RejectionSensitive to gold even at maximum depths.

Quick Target RecoveryPower: 8 “AA” batteriesTwo Year Transferable Warranty

COIN MASTER GT

Identify targets before you dig!Seven audio tones

Target I.D., tracking ground balance, 1/4" headphone jack and slide in power pack, at a great price!

The Coinmaster GT combines high end features like Beach Mode, Auto Ground Balance and VDI numbers with legendary Coinmaster simplicity!

Visual Discrimination Indication (VDI) Number readout provides precise target informationAdjustable Notch Discrimination 9 notches cover the full target rangeSmart Notch You choose to detect or ignore nails, foil, tabs

Waterproof 9" inch Spider Search Coil


Adjustable Sensitivity and Beach Mode

FEATURES Item# CM03

Depth Reading: Detect a target, the screen shows you how deep to dig.5-Range Discrimination

Backlit Display with Target I.D.

VCO Pinpointing / All-Metal Mode

Long-Life, "AA" Battery Pack Included

COIN MASTER PRO

Target I.D. Display shows I.D. of target as you hunt. Hear and see targets!Tone I.D. LOW tone signals nails and iron. MED is rings & jewelry. HIGH indicates coins.Smart Notch: You choose to detect or ignore nails, foil, tabs


Adjustable Sensitivity

FEATURES Item# CM02

Depth Reading: Detect a target, the screen shows you how deep to dig.5-Range Discrimination

Pinpoint / All-Metal Mode

Powered by 2 x "9 volt" batteries (Included)

Two Year Transferable Warranty1/4" headphone jack

COIN MASTER

Target I.D. Display shows I.D. of target as you hunt. Hear and see targets!


Adjustable Sensitivity maximizes depth in varying grounds.

FEATURES Item# CM01

Depth Reading: Detect a target, the screen shows you how deep to dig.

5-Range Discrimination Adjusts so you pick what you want to see and hear.

Pinpoint / All-Metal Mode Makes locating your target a snap. Just push the pad!

Powered by 2 x "9 volt" batteries (Included)

Two Year Transferable Warranty1/4" headphone jack

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WHITES BULLSEYE TRX

Locate valuable coins, rings, jewelry, gold and relics!

FEATURES Item# BSYE4

Use the Bullseye TRX Pinpointer to precisely "pinpoint" the target. No tuning. Completely automatic.

Holster & Lanyard Attachment Loop on TRX

Automatic Ground Balance with TrackingTarget RatchetingAudio and / or Vibrate AlertRugged, Weatherproof DesignLost pinpointer AlarmAutomatic Power OffOverload IndicatorLED LightHolster (up to 3" belt)Replaceable ShellRuler with convenient inch markings.Dual Battery Operation 2 x AA Batteries or 1 x 9 Volt Battery.Weight 6.5 ouncesOverall Length 10 inchesTwo Year Warranty

Reliable and loaded with practical hunting features you've been waiting for!

MX5

Item# MX5FEATURES

The MX5 is a versatile detector that can be used on the beaches and in parks.

Adjustable Notch Discrimination

All Metal Audio Selectable VCO / Non VCOPrograms Beach Mode & Coin / Jewelry Mode Search Modes Disc / Beach / All Metal

Automatic Ground Balance with AutoTrac®Search Audio Threshold with selectable Tone ID

Frequency 14 KHz VLF

Batteries 8 "AA" 20h approximatelyDepth Reading & Backlit Display

Stand-by mode for quiet target recoveryWaterproof 9" Spider Concentric Coil Optional Coils available Eclipse Family Lighweight (1.76 Kgs)

Two year Transferable Warranty1/4" headphone jack

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DX Invader (DX-1)Accurate “Bullseye” pinpointing on coin size targets up to 2”+ deep depending on detector settings, search coil size and ground conditions! Toggle switch shuts off coil as it turns probe on and vise versa. DX-1 is Light weight, waterproof submersible. Probe mounts on top of upper shaft and weigh approx 280 grams total!

For use with White’s MXT / MXT PRO / V3i / VX3 and DFX metal detectors. Item# INVDX1

Surfmaster

PulsePulse12"

YES

YESYESYES

YESYESYES

Fixed

8 x AAOptional15 - 20

1.60 Kgs

Fixed

WHITE'S DETECTOR COMPARISON CHART

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TDI Pro OZ GMT SGTMono

PulsePulse12"YESYES

SpecialYESYESYES

Special

YESYES

YESYES

Li-Ion

10 - 122.60 Kgs

Li-Ion

YES

48 kHz4

6 x 10"YESYES

YESYES

YES

YES

YES

YES

YES

YESYES

1.75 Kgs

Optional8 x AA

30 - 401.60 Kgs

48 kHz2

YES6 x 10"

YES

YES

YES

YESYES

Optional8 x AA

30 - 40

SSP

Operating FrequencyFilters

Interchangable Search coilSearch coil size (Inches)

All metal Mode

Audio DiscriminationDepth Readout

Adjustable LengthAdjustable Sensitivity

Adjustable Discrimination

Adjustable Ground Balance

Auto Ground Balance

Visual Traget Readout

Adjustable Threshold

Frequency Adjust

Tone I.D.

Headphone Jack

Coin HuntingJewelry & Beach

Relic HuntingProspecting for Gold

Display

Present ProgramsCustom Program Library

Wireless Headphones

3x3 Target ID with Analyze

Auto Memory

Weight with batteries

Rechargeable BatteryStanard Battery

Battery Life (Approx Hours)

Scuba & Underwater

Notch Discrimination

Pinpoint Mode

On-board Registration

WHITE'S HANDHELD EQUIPMENT

1.55 Kgs5 - 6NiMH8 x AA

YESYESYESYES

YES

YES

YES

YES

YESYES

PulsePulse

12"

Special

Anti-EMI Technology YES

YES

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White's PCL - 600A time saving tool for utility work. Just turn on the PCL-600 and fined exactly where the pipes are running. Traces residential and commercial gas lines, water and sewer pipes and electrical cabling within access or service depths.Item# PCL600

White's Spectra Scan Handheld Metal DetectorDesigned for the rigorous requirements of security enviroments including airports, correctional facilities, schools, concerts, sporting events, and public and private buildings. Item# SPC05

SPECTRA V3i MXT ALL Pro SST Coin GT Coin Pro Coinmaster

2.40 KgsYES

10 - 12NiMH8 x AAYESYESYESYESYES

YESYESYESYESYES

YESYESYESYES

YES

YESYESYES

YES25+

9YESYES10"

1 To 82.5, 7.5, 22.5 KHZ

Full Colour Backlit LCD14 KHZ

312"YESYES

3

YES

YESYESYES

YESYESYESYESYESYES

YESYES

YESYESYES

Optional8 x AA

25 - 302.10 Kgs

14 KHZ

6 x 10"

Mono Mono8 KHZ 8 KHZ

3 29" 9"

YESYES

YES

YESYESYESYES

AutoOptional

YESYES

9-ToneYES

YESYES

YES

YES

8 x AAOptional10 - 20

1.60 Kgs

YESYES

YES

YESYESYESYES

Pre-SetOptional

YESYES

3 - ToneYES

YESYES

YES

2 x 9 VoltOptional10 - 20

1.20 Kgs 1.20 Kgs10 - 20

Optional2 x 9 Volt

YES

YESYES

YES

YESYES

OptionalPre-Set

YESYESYES

YES

YESYES9"2

8 KHZMono

1.80 Kgs25 - 30

Optional8 x AA

YESYES

YES

YES

Mono

YESYES

YES

YES

YES

YES

MX5

WHITE'S HANDHELD EQUIPMENT

WHITE'S DETECTOR COMPARISON CHART

YESYES

14 KHZ

9"

YES

YES

1.80Kgs

YES

YES

YES

YESAuto

YES

Backlit LCD

YES

10 - 20Optional8 x AA

YES

YES

YES

2YES

YESYES

YES

WHITES SEARCH COIL RANGE

SPECTRA V3i / VX3 / MXT ALL PRO / DFX / SST / MX5

GMT / GOLDMASTER 2 / 3 / 4 / VSAT / 4B / SGT

Finds the good stuff in areas heavily littered with trash. .Item# ECL04

6 x 4" EclipseProvides better separation between targets in high trash areas. Item# ECL02

5.3" Eclipse Round6 x 10" EclipseExcellent speed hunting loop with quick and accurate audio discrimination.Item# ECL05

Specialised to punch deeper in difficult mineralised grounds.Item# ECL03

14 x 8" DeepScanConcentric Coil, Arguably best all around general purposeItem# ECL01

950 / 9.5" RoundBuilt for target response and enhanced ground coverage.Item# ECL07

10" DD Round

12" RoundIdeal for soils with predominately high magnetic susceptibilityItem# ECL06

6 x 4" GoldmasterDD Shooter search coil 50 kHz best for hunting small tiny nuggets.Item# GMT03

6 x 10" GoldmasterProvides superior performance in extreme conditions. Item# GMT02

14 x 8" GoldMax20% plus increase in detection depth on medium to large nuggets.Item# GMT04

COINMASTER / COIN PRO / COIN GT / PRIZM SERIES6 x 4" Prizm MiniProvides excellent trash rejection while maintaining good detection depth on small targets. Item# CM05

Open spider design. Epoxy filled, less buoyant, reduced sweep resistance. Item# CM04

9" Spider Round

TDI PRO OZ-SERIES / SPP / SL

ALL WHITES SEARCH COILS ARE WATERPROOF

For use with Early 1980 Models

6x4 Bluemax 6.59kHz Item# BLU01

Target separation & enhanced depth on small metal targets. Use with White's models: XLT, 6000XL, QXT, IDX, ID, CL III, and 5900.5.3 Bullseye 6.59kHz Item# BSYE3

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Ideal for soils with predominately high magnetic viscosity (slow signal decay rates) typical of Australia.

12" MONO Aussie Item# WMA017.5" MONO Aussie Item# WMA02

9 x 5 ½" folded mono coil for quieter detection in mineralised soils. Pin-point easier with it's elliptical shape! Item# JIM01

14 x 8" Single field Mono.more depth than the Jimmy Folded coil and more coverage.Item# JIM02

Jimmy TDI Folded

Jimmy Sierra Digger TDI Mono SKID PLATESSearch coil cover / skid plates are also available for All Whites Search Coils. Item# SKP0

NUGGET FINDER ADVANTAGE MONO COILS

Weight: 700gSize - 30 cm Item# NF12R-SP

12" Round SpokedWeight: 770gSize - 30 cm Item# NF12R-SO

12" Round Solid

16" Round SolidWeight: 1080gSize - 40 cmItem# NF16R-SO

Weight: 1060gSize - 63 cmItem# NF25R-SP

25" Round Spoked

AND FITTED WITH CABLE CLIPS, CAP PLUG, COIL BOLT & PROTECTIVE SKID PLATE!

ALL NUGGET FINDER SEARCH COILS ARE BUILT WITH LITZWIRE!COME WITH A FULL 3-YEAR WARRANTY

16" Round SpokedWeight: 800gSize - 40 cmItem# NF16R-SP

Weight: 940gSize - 51 cmItem# NF20R-SP

20" Round Spoked

Weight: 750gSize - 36 cm Item# NF14R-SP

14" Round Spoked

Weight: 920gSize - 36 cm Item# NF14R-SO

14" Round Solid

18" Round SolidWeight: 1230gSize - 45 cmItem# NF18R-SO

18" Round SpokedWeight: 860gSize - 45 cmItem# NF18R-SP

Weight: 470g Size - 20 cm x 15 cm Item# NF86-SO

8x6" Elliptical SolidWeight: 640g Size - 30 cm x 18 cm Item# NF127-SO

12x7" Elliptical Solid

Weight: 690gSize - 36 cm x 18 cm Item# NF147-SO

14x7" Elliptical SolidWeight: 750gSize - 36 cm x 23 cm Item# NF149-SO


Weight: 920gSize - 43 cm x 28 cm Item# NF17E-SO


Weight: 850gSize - 61 cm x 30cm Item# NF24E-SP

24x12" Elliptical Spoked

Weight: 750gSize - 43 cm x 28 cm Item# NF17E-SP


Weight: 1140gSize - 61 cm x 30cm Item# NF24E-SO


Weight: 920gSize - 76 cm x 18 cm Item# NF30P-SP


Weight: 1040gSize - 76 cm x 18 cm Item# NF30P-SO



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Weight: 680gSize - 36 cm x 23 cm Item# NF149-SP

NUGGET FINDER ADVANTAGE SKID PLATES

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Weight: 68gItem# NF12K-SP

12" Spoked


14" SpokedWeight: 128gItem# NF14K-SO

14" Solid



16" SolidWeight: 109gItem# NF16K-SP

16" Spoked

Weight: 146gItem# NF12H-SP

12" Spoked HDWeight: 184g Item# NF12H-SO

12" Solid HD

Weight: 155gItem# NF14H-SP

14" Spoked HDWeight: 245gItem# NF14H-SO

14" Solid HD



20" SolidWeight: 142gItem# NF25K-SP

25" Spoked

Weight: 34gItem# NF86K-SO

8x6 SolidWeight: 67gItem# NF86H-SO

8x6 Solid HDWeight: 50gItem# NF127K-SO


12x7 Solid HD



14x7 Solid HDWeight: 54gItem# NF149K-SP

14x9 Spoked


14x9 SolidWeight: 126gItem# NF149H-SP

14x9 Spoked HDWeight: 162gItem# NF149H-SO

14x9 Solid HD


17x11 SpokedWeight: 119gItem# NF17K-SO

17x11 SolidWeight: 163gItem# NF17H-SP

17x11 Spoked HDWeight: 240gItem# NF17H-SO

17x11 Solid HD



24x12 SolidWeight: 100gItem# NF30K-SP


30x7 Solid

12x7 Old StyleWeight: 54gItem# NF127-OS


12" Solid


18" Solid

COILTEK COILS

Weight: 66gItem# NF149-OS

14x9 Old Style

10.5 JoeyWeight: 612gItem# CT105

14x9 BlitzWeight: 695gItem# CT149

Weight: 695gItem# CT14R

14" Round6" SnifferWeight: 417gItem# CT6GS

White's and Gold Search Australian CapsLow profile, "stand up" front heavy weight brushed cotton, Velcro back adjustment. One size fits all. Item# CAP0

White's Padded Gun Style Detector BagFits all models except TM 808. Does not require dis-assembly of instrument. Item# PDB02

Trash and Treasure Bag

Trash and Treasure Apron

Nylon with zipper closer. Built-in adjustable belt (up to 50”) with quick-click buckle. Separate pockets for trash and treasure.Item# TTB01

White canvas material with white’s logo and separate trash and treasure pouches. Item# TTB02

LCD Rain Hat - GMTFor use with the White’s GMT Goldmaster. Protects the LCD Screen from dirt, mud, light rain and general wear. Item# LCDGM

LCD Rain Hat - MXT / SST / M6Fits the White’s SST / MXT E-Series / MXT Pro / M6 detector models. Protects the LCD Screen from dirt, mud, light rain and general wear. Item# LCDRH

Detector Backpack (Deluxe)Fits most White’s models. Two 12” x 12” zippered accessory pockets. Adjustable shoulder straps, padded back, and hanging loops. Item# PDB03

TDI Pro Oz-Series HarnessThe Harness is constructed of Heavy Duty Cordura for durability Item# TDI03

For the White’s GMT / GMZ / DFX / MXT / MXT Pro / Spectra V3i / V3 & VX3 detector models. Canvas made, helps protect the control box from dirt, mud, scratches and wear. Item# CBC01

White's Control Box Cover (standard)

For White’s TDI / TDI Pro Oz Series Canvas made, helps protect the control box from dirt, mud, scratches and general wear. Item# TDI08

White's Control Box Cover (TDI Pro Oz-Series)

Genuine Leather Lesche SheathBuilt to last, Fits a belt up to 4”inches thick (Lesche Saw Tooth Digging tool - sold separately)Item# LS002

Genuine Leather Clip on Pick HolderClip on Pick Holder attaches to your Harness or Belt, made from genuine leather. Item# CPH07

Belt with Pick Holder Made from genuine leather to last with the pick holder designed to position pick at an angle away from leg. Size available: Medium 1200mm Item# PHB01

Security Hand Held HolsterSecurity Handheld Holster for whites Spectra-scan Item# SHH01

CARRY BAG / HARNESS / CONTROL BOX COVER

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Axe Blade CoverGenuine leather cover, protects your axe head blade from weather conditions.Item# ABC01

Canvas Battery Pouch for SD / GP / GPX BatteriesReplace standard battery holder on harnesses. or use with a belt using loops on the reverse side. Item# CBP01

LCD Rain Hat - Spectra V3i / V3 / VX3For use with the White’s Spectra V3i / V3 / VX3 detector models. Protects the LCD Screen from dirt, mud, light rain and general wear. Item# LCDSP

Treasure / Drink HolderMade from canvas, store 600ml bottle of drink or use as a finds bag, pull cord top for easy securing items or drinks. Item# CDB01

Genuine Leather Pick HolderPick Holder slides through your Harness stap or Belt. Made from genuine leather. Item# GLP01

Genuine Leather and Canvas GaitorsProtect your legs from thorns and snake bites. Velcro strips to adjust desirable leg width. Leather Gairors Item# LG001Canvas Gaitors Item# LG002

BATTERY / CHARGERS / POWER CABLES / ADAPTER

9 Volt (6 x AA Cell) Battery HolderPlastic container holds six 1.5v AA batteries (9v total) used in many models from 1968 to 1988. PN: 523-0005 Item# 6CELL

12 Volt (8 x AA Cell) Battery HolderPlastic container holds eight 1.5v AA batteries (12v total). Used in many models from 1968 to date. Battery Holder. PN: 523-0006 Item# 8CELL

Slide-In 8xAA battery holderHolds eight 1.5v AA batteries. Used with: White’s SPP, SGT, SST, GMT Goldmaster, Spectra V Series, MXT Series, DFX Series, GMZ and XLT. PN: 802-7150Item# S8AAH

6-T 8xAA Battery HolderHolds 8 “AA” batteries. Combination Battery door/battery holderUsed with: White’s MX5, Coinmaster GT and Prizm 6T. Batteries not included!Item# 6TABH

Nicad Rechargeable Battery KitFor DFX, XLT, GMT. Includes: Battery, Wall Charger and Stepdown Transformer (For use with batteries PN: 802-5151-1) Item# NIC05

NiMH Rechargeable Battery KitPremium Rechargeable Battery Kit for White’s SPECTRA V3/i, DFX, MXT, detector models. 3 hours to full charge. (For use with batteries PN: 802-5281 / 802-5321) Item# NIC01

Heavy Duty NiMH Rechargeable BatteryHeavy Duty (2200 mAh) Rechargeable Battery Can be used with SPP, MXT, XLT, DFX, VX3 and V3i ‘models. Must be recharge only with NiMH Rechargable Kit. Item# NIC09

TDI Lithium-Ion High Capacity Rechargeable BatteryReplacement or Spare Lithium-Ion Battery for the TDI Pro. High Capacity: lasts 30% longer than standard TDI Batteries, approximately 10 hours running time.Item# TDI02

TDI Auto Accessory 12v Car ChargerCar charger for the White’s TDI Pro Oz-Series metal detectors. (P/N 509-0041)Item# TDI04

TDI Smart Wall ChargerWall charger for the White’s TDI and TDI Pro. Includes TDI Power Cable. (P/N 509-0040)Item# TDI05

TDI Power CableTDI Power Cable to be used with TDI Smart Wall ChargerItem# TDI06

GPX Power CableGPX (5 Pin Plug) Curly Power cableItem# GPX04

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6 Volt (4 x AA Cell) Battery Holder

TRX (2 x AA Cell) Battery HolderReplace broken or lost TRX (AA) Battery Holder. 9 Volt Connector on side.Item# 2CELL

Plastic container holds four 1.5v AA batteries (6v total) used in many older detector models. Item# 4CELL

C-Cell Battery HolderHolds 4 “C” size non-rechargeable batteries. Used in mid-range and top of the line models from 1983 to date. P/N: 802-5185 Item# CCELL

International Wall CubeUniversal NiMH Charger with plugs. Do away with stepdown transformers as the NiMH Charger automatically adapts to all International voltage &current types. Item# NIC10

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SD - GP Power CableSD - GP (4 Pin Plug) Curly Power cableItem# GPX03

Step-down Transformer 240v - 115v (100Watt)Use with NiCAD and optional for NiMH Rechargeable battery kits.Item# NIC08

Tecxus TC6000 Wall / Car Battery ChargerCharges all popular consumer cells (AAA, AA, C, D and 9V) Suitable for NiMH & NiCd. LCD display and LED indicators. Includes car adapter.Item# TXC01

TRX 9 Volt ConnectorReplace worn, broken or lost TRX 9 Volt connector.Item# TRX9V

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Tin gold pan, use to look for gold! Weight: 340g. Item# PAN03

Poly gold pan, use to look for gold! Weight: 118g. Item# PAN07



Tin gold pan, use to look for gold! Weight: 765g.Item# PAN05

Green in color for good visual contrast with black sands and fine gold particles. Weight: 315g.Item# PAN10

Easy view of black sands and gold. Large 15” size with 3 layer built in ripples on one-third of pan edge.Weight: 440g. Item# PAN02


16” (40cm) Turbopan Weight: 390g.Item# PAN13

Aluminum Frame. 13”/330mm rim, 2”/50mm deep. Course & Fine stainless steel mesh sizes. Weight: 450g. (appoximately)Item# GSS01

Retrieve tiny & hard bits of gold from Pans. Tweezer Length: 16 cmItem# PST01

PANS / SIEVES / BUCKETS9'' inch Tin Pan

10.5'' inch Poly Pan (Black)

12'' inch Tin Pan

13.5'' inch Poly Pan (Black)

14'' inch Tin Pan

14" inch Plastic Pan (Green)

15" inch Plastic Pan (Maroon)

16" inch Tin Pan

16" Turbo Pan

Course Aluminium Sieve

Plastic Suction Bottle (Large)Plastic suction bottle for retrieving your gold from a pan. Small & Large sizesAvailable.Item# PSB02

Plastic suction tweezers

Poly gold pan, use to look for gold! Weight: 145g.Item# PAN11

14" Plastic Gold Pan with Double Riffles (Blue)


11" Plastic Gold Pan with Double Riffles (Blue)

White Grip Bowl to suit Aluminum SieveHold up to 10 Litres of water or mineral soil, Sturdy Hand grips on left and right sides. Aluminum Sieve not included. 33cm rim. 16.5cm deep. Weight: 365g (appoximately)Item# ASB01

Prospectors Bucket

Green Panning SieveEliminate unwanted debris from getting into the pan, saving time & effort. Frame: 320mm top and 265mm bottom. Mesh: 9mm Square / 12mm Diagonal. Weight: 333g (appoximately)Item# GSS04

Hold 11 Liters of water or mineral soil, met-al handle with white plastic grip.Bucket Height: 23cm Empty Weight: 470g. Green Panning Sieve not included.Item# SBU01

Turbo Panning Sieve (Plastic)Made for the 16” inch Turbo Pan to eliminate unwanted debris from getting into the pan. Height: 10cm, Mesh: 5mm Square Weight: 362g (appoximately)Item# TBS01

10” (25cm) Turbopan Weight: 128g.Item# PAN14

10" inch Mini Turbo Pan

Plastic Suction Bottle (Small)Plastic suction bottle for retrieving your gold from a pan. Small & Large sizesAvailable.Item# PSB01

Fine Aluminium SieveAluminum Frame. 13”/330mm rim, 2”/50mm deep. Course & Fine stainless steel mesh sizes. Weight: 450g. (appoximately)Item# GSS02

The Mini Gold Concentrator grades the wash dirt as the operator operates the two handles on top, back and forth. Gravity does the rest, with the heavies concentrating in the receiving bowl and the light material being displaced over the inside lip Item# MGC01

Dual Flare / Dual Step Riffles 28” x 8” x 3” (Variable) This New Stream Sluice Box will amaze you at its Fine Gold Recovery. The Intake Flare accelerates the water flow speed & pressure the Exit Flare suddenly drops the pressure and spreads the material out over a wider area allowing the Gold to easily fall out and is instantly grabbed by the riffles. Item# AUT01

Mini Gold Concentrator

AU Trap “Recon” Sluice

SLUICE / CONCENTRATOR / DISPLAY CASESGlass Sample Bottle

Ideal for small / tiny gold, found from panning. Available in: 1 ounce Item# GZB01 Half ounce Item# GZB022 ounce Item# GZB05

Standard Nugget Display BoxDisplay box to show off small nuggets and finds to friends and family.Includes: 8 x Square display cases Item# NC004

Deluxe Nugget Display BoxDisplay box to show off small nuggets. Fits 30, “1 inch square display cases. (Included) Item# NC005

Circle Nugget Display CaseCircle display case for displaying small nuggets. Plastic perspex,1” inch in size. Item# NC006

Square Display Case - Shallow BaseSquare display case for displaying small nuggets. Length & Width: 4cm, Height: 1cmItem# NC001

Elegant 10 Circle Pod, Display CasePresent your small nugget finds in this elegant display pod arrangement. Size: 19cm(L) x 10cm(W) x 3cm(H) Includes: 10 x Circle Display Pods Item# NC003

Collectors 18 Square Pod, Display CaseDisplay small nuggets in this Collective display pod arrangement. Size: 19cm (L) x 10cm (W) x 3cm (H) Includes: 18 x Square Display Pods. Item# NC007

Serious Prospectors Nugget Display CaseSturdy Construction with clear glass lid, display a large proportion of small gold nuggets, includes: 50 x 1” inch round pods. Item# NC008

Supplied with four nozzles this prospecting tool will allow a prospector to setup in one or another of multiple nozzle configurations to easy retrieve gold or gem bearing materials under various prospecting conditions.??cm long x 6cm diameter. Weight ???g Item# BD001

BLUE DOG Hand Dredge

This tool will allow the prospector to collect large amounts of material with every cylinder load. Under the right conditions two or three strokes could fill this unit to capacity. The more loose material the better the suction.95cm long x 6cm diameter. Weight 1070g Item# FB001

FAT BOY Hand Dredge

The Panners Mate is an effective concentrator for a wide range of different minerals. Made from Stainless Steel and is easily operated by hand without the need for pumps or motors. Can be used directly in a creek or dam when no water is available. Weight 4 Kgs. Item# PMATE01

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Stylish Display BoxIdeal display box to show off small nuggets. Fits 25, “1 inch Circle display cases. (Included) Item# NC009

Plastic Sample BottleIdeal for small / tiny gold, found from panning. Available in:1 ounce Item# GZB03 Half ounce Item# GZB04

Alluvial Nugget SuckerBelt Mounted, Manual suction crevice dredge designed to remove fine alluvial, small and tiny gold from the bottom of narrow cracks and crevices in bedrock. Nozzle: 5mm(W) x 12mm(L) Weight: 475g. Item# ANS02

Crevice Nugget SuckerUsed to get nuggets and flakes out of those difficult crevices and hard to reach cracks. Sturdy construction, includes a stainless tube, cap and rod. 63cm long x 6cm diameter. Weight 780g (so it doesn’t float away in the water) Item# CNS01

Square Display Case - Deep BaseSquare display case for displaying small nuggets. Length & Width: 4cm, Height: 1.5cmItem# NC002

PICKS / SHOVEL / SCOOP / TROWEL / DIGGING TOOL8" inch Coin Probe

8” inch steel shaft with brazed ball bearing tip. 4” wire wrapped wood handle. Item# 8CP01

Coin Hunting Trowel (Orange Handle)Slice and lever through turf without disurbing much surface area. Length: 13cm, Blade from center: 13.5cmWeight: 165g. (appoximately)Item# CDT01

Lesche Saw Tooth Digging ToolFor serious coin hunters who like to detect in turf or lawned areas.Its saw tooth edge can slice through grass roots enabling a perfect ‘plug’ of turf. Length: 12cm, Blade: 18cmWeight: 320g. (appoximately)Item# LS001

Prospectors ShovelSturdy handled perfect for digging out loose dirt from holes. Blade is made of tempered steel. Length 69 cm (Blade 21 cm) Blade Width: 15 cm, Weight 800g (appoximately)Item# PM006

Lesche Mini Shovel - (Long Handle)Strong sturdy shovel, Serrated edges to help cut through plant and roots and turf. Overall Length: 62 cm Blade Length: 18cm. Weight: 1.060g (appoximately)Item# LMS01

Aluminium Sand ScoopMade from Aluminium and features a sturdy handle with rubber gripping. Item# ASC01

Nugget ScoopGreat for beach work, made from harden plastic, durable to salt water conditions. *Color may vary. Item# NSC01

Coated Steel Standard - Long Handle Sand ScoopShortened by unscrewing the rubber black hand grip in the middle of the sand scoop handle. Handle Length: 72cmBasket diameter: 12cm Weight: 1.457 Kgs (appoximately) Item# LHS01

Ideal for digging or moving dirt Item# GEOP1

Geologist Pick

Glass Fiber - Pick MattockIdeal for digging or moving dirt. Handle Length: 39cm. Blade Length from center: 14 cm. Weight: 900g. (appoximately) Item# PM005

Miners PickIdeal for digging or moving dirt.Handle Length: 60cm Blade Length from center: 15 cm. Weight: 920g (appoximately) Item# PM003

Walco PicksMini - Metal handle.Weight: 755 grams (appoximately)Handle 400mm, tip to blade 15.5 cm. Item# WAL01No.3 SmallWeight: 1120 grams (appoximately) Handle 540mm, tip to blade 28 cm. Item# WAL02No.1 Standard Weight: 1375 grams (appoximately) Handle 600mm, tip to blade 30 cm. Item# WAL03Heavy Duty LargeWeight: 1745 grams (appoximately)Handle 730mm, tip to blade 36 cm. Item# WAL04Jumbo Heavy Duty Prospectors Pick Weight: 2525 grams (appoximately) Handle 900mm, tip to blade 46 cm. Item# WAL05 21

Coated Steel Big Basket - Long Handle Sand ScoopShortened by unscrewing the rubber black hand grip in the middle of the sand scoop handle. Handle Length: 105cm, Basket diameter: 13cm Weight: 1.457 Kgs (appoximately) Item# LHS02

Stainless Steel Super Pro - Long Handle Sand ScoopShortened by unscrewing the rubber black hand grip in the middle of the sand scoop handle. Handle Length: 105cmBasket diameter: 13cm Weight: (appoximately) Item# LHS04

Stainless Steel Shorty - Long Handle Sand ScoopCan not be shortened. Handle Length: 26cm Basket diameter: 13cm Weight: (appoximately)Item# LHS03

Lesche Mini Shovel - (Short Handle)Strong sturdy shovel, Serrated edges to help cut through plant and roots and turf. Overall Length: 27 cm Blade Length: 18cm. Weight: 0.890g (appoximately) Item# LMS02

Wooden Handle - Pick MattockDig dirt with ease, ideal for prospectors & metal detector operators. Handle: 39cm Blade Length from center: 14cm Weight: 900g. (appoximately) Item# PM001

Plastic Digging TrowelPointed shaped, plastic made digging trowel. Perfect for scooping up sand. Item# PBHT1

DIGGING TOOLS / HEADPHONES / REPLACEMENT PARTS

White's Spectra V3i / V3 Wireless HeadphonesMultiple channels to choose from to avoid picking up signals from other Spectra V3i/V3’s in the area, or set two headphones up to hear targets from one detector. A terrific tool for teaching about target sounds! Item# SPC03

White's Royal GT Headphone (30 ohms)Hear those smaller, deeper targets with these quality built headphones. Right and left volume controls. Mylar stereo speakers with titanium coating, gold plated 1/4’’ right-angle stereo plug. Item# RGT01

RPG Headphone (8 ohms) Fully adjustable headband with large soft vinyl ear cushions to reduce unwanted noise. 1/4’’ stereo plug. Right and left volume controls. Item# RPG01

White's ProStar HeadphonesA premium headphone “Made in the USA” by White’s specifically for our metal detectors, Rugged, over-sized ear-cups, Water resistant chassis, 50 OHM Mylar Speakers with Titanium Coating, 5k Audio Taper with R/L ratcheting volume controls, Soft, coiled cord stretches to over 6 feet. Item# WPR01

White's StarLite HeadphoneLightweight,1/4” 90 degree, nickel-plated stereo plug. 32 OHM, frequency response 20-20kHZ. 6-ft. soft, coil cord. Padded headband with adjustment, padded swivel ear-cups. Item# SLH01

External SpeakerFor Minelab GPX 4500 / 5000 Detector models Item# GPX02

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TELEX Underchin HeadphonesSuperb quality sound, very lightweight and worn under the chin or behind your neck. No need to use an annoying speaker anymore during hot weatherItem# TLX01

White's Replacement Speakers4 ohm Speaker, (paper cone) fits most older White’s models. Item# RSP0216 ohm Speaker, (Mylar cone) fits most current White’s models. Item# RSP01(electronic skills required)

Nugget CupQuickest and easiest way to isolate a tiny piece of gold, Made from Heavy Duty ABS plastic, Orange color for easy spotting in the bush. Item# NCP01

White's Extension RodAluminum center rod section, Can be added to any White’s model between the lower fiber rod and upper Aluminum “S” rod. Extends adjustable length 4.5” to 12” inch. Item# LFS05

White's 'S' RodReplacement Aluminum “S” Joiner Stem, Standard equipment length with Cam Lock. For MXT, MXT PRO, GMT, SPECTRA V3i, and TDI Pro Item# LFS04

White's 'S' Rod (Surfmaster)Replacement Aluminum “S” Joiner Stem, Standard equipment length with Cam Lock and eyelets to hold the Surfmaster P.I Control box Item# LFS07

White's Lower Fiber Stem (Standard)Replacement lower stem section for white’s detector models. Connecting the search coil to the upper aluminum rod. Length: 22” inches. Item# LFS02

White's Lower Fiber Stem (Tall Man)Replacement lower stem section for white’s detector models. Connecting the search coil to the upper aluminum rod. Length: 30” inches. Item# LFS03

White's Lower Fiber Stem (Child)The Child Lower Fiber Rod measures at total of 18 inches long, it is 5 inches shorter than the standard lower fiber rods. Ideal for small children. Item# LFS06

Headphone Jack Cover PlugProtect headphone jack from dirt, sand, water, when headphones are not used. Item# HPJ01

Mini Folding ShovelA great item for hiking, walking the dog, in the garden. Includes cover.Handle Length: 12cmSpade Length: 12cmWeight: 150g Item# PM004

REPLACEMENT PARTS

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White's GMT "Display Screen Decal"Replace old, worn, scratched or broken decal windows helps protect screen from dirt, mud and fading from sunlight. Item# WD02

ARM Cup Foam Pad KitPair of foam pads for all White’s Arm Cups (elbow supports). Peel and stick.Item# ARM01

White's Surf Master PI / Beach Hunter 'O' RingTo be used to replace the worn, cracked or abradded “O” ring seal around main control box lid. Item# SRF06

White's Surfmaster PI Silica Gel BagAbsorbent silica draws moisture away from internal components. Item# SGB01

ARM Cup StrapReplacement arm cup strap for lost or worn original equipment. Item# ARM03

White's MXT / SST "Display Screen Decal"

White's DFX "Display Screen Decal"

White's SPECTRA V3/ V3i "Display Screen Decal"

Replace old, worn, scratched or broken decal windows helps protect screen from dirt, mud and fading from sunlight. Item# WD03



Multipurpose KnuckleReplace old, worn, scratched or broken decal windows helps protect screen from dirt, mud and fading from sunlight. Item# SH005

Black Searchcoil TapeUse to fix a search coil skid plate cover to the base of the search coil. Item# SCT01

Protect the switch from dust particles, grit, mud, fine stones & residue. Includes: TDI screw nut. Item# TCS01

TDI Conductivity Boot

Replace broken, worn or damaged conductivity switch on a White’s TDI Pro Oz-Series detector. Item# TCS02

TDI Conductivity Switch

Spring Clip for White's stem piecesReplace old, worn, broken spring clips that lock the stem into place.Item# SPR01

Nugget Finder - Coil Plug Protective BootProtect any unused coils from getting dirt and dust in the coil plugs pin sockets. Item# NFCP

White's Control Box KnobReplace broken, damaged or worn Control-box knobs. Fits most White’s models from 1980 to date. Item# WCK01

White's Surfmaster Control Box KnobReplace broken, damaged or worn Control-box knobs. Item# WSK01

White's ARM Cup Thumb BoltUsed for lost, worn or broken original equipmentItem# ARM02

Rubber Feet for White's Control BoxPair (2) Peel & Stick rubber feet. 1/2 inch rise. Replacement for lost or worm original equipment or add to any detector model. Item# WRF01

Velcro Strips - 2 per PackUse a velcro stip to secure the coil cable around lower stems and upper shafts. Item# VEL01

White's Search Coil Steady BracketLock the search coil angle in place for working in brush or tall weeds. Fits all white’s search coils. Angle can be adjused. Item# SBR01

¼" Bolt, Wing Nut and Teardrop Washer SetUse with Minelab, Nugget Finder and Coiltek Searchcoils. Includes 2 x tear drop washersItem# NFCT02

Diver Rod KitConverts the handheld Surfmaster PI’s ‘S Rod’ into a straight rod. Recommended for better buoyancy while scuba diving. Item# DRK01

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HipStickThis is a “Must Have” if you have shoulder or back problems as it eases the load on your shoulder.Small, Medium and Large sizes available. Item# HIP0

Jeweler's LoupeGlass Jeweler Loupe Eye Magnifier Two Sizes Available:10 x 21mm / 30 x 21mm Item# GJL0

Mosquito Head Net (Green)Ideal protection from flies & mosquitoes. Packs down small for easy storage.Item# MSQ01

Coil Cable Clips - 3 Clips per PackThese Clips are used to Fasten the Coil Lead to detector stem. Item# SH007

¼" Bolt / Wing NutSecure the lower stem onto the Searchcoil bracket, designed for Nugget Finder and Coiltek Search coils. Item# NFCT01

White’s Replacement Nut / Bolt / Washer SetWhite’s Replacement Nut / Bolt /Washer Set. Item# NBS01

White's Coinmaster ARM Cup SetFor Coinmaster, Coinmaster Pro and early Prizm models. Includes: Arm / Cup, Base & Bolt. Item# CMA01

White's Coinmaster / PRIZM Battery DoorReplace broken Coinmaster or Prizm battery door coversItem# CPBD1

White's Standard Control Box StandFor GMT / MXT / MXT Pro / SGT / SST and Spectra V3i. Mounts to control box using existing control box screws. - Screws IncludedItem# SCB01

TDI PRO OZ-Series Control Box StandFor the TDI Pro Oz-Series / TDI Pro and past models that have a large control box. Mount to control box using existing control box screws. Keep control box out of wet grass, mud, dirt and off abrasive ground. Item# TDI07

White's Heavy Duty ARM CupNon adjustment hole position. Comes with arm cup strap. * Does not fit Coinmaster or early Prizm detector models.Item# HDA01

Control Arm Kit (for Minelab Detectors)Use your detector like a whipper snipper. Swivel design allows the detector operator to have a large sweep without straining your shoulders and back. Designed to be used with Minelab GP / GPX models. Item# SH001

Control Arm Kit (for White's Detectors)Swivel design allows the detector operator to have a large sweep without straining your shoulders or back. Designed to be used with White’s detector models. Item# SH008

Fits White’s MXT, MXT PRO, Spectra V3i Models. Replace worn or broken pinpoint toggle. Item# PTS01

Pinpoint Toggle Switch for MXT / V3i

Detector Cable GuardDesigned for Minelab metal detectors to help prevent against falsing at Control Box by preventing hip touching cable. Item# SH006

Needed if replacing 1979 to early 1992 clevis or isolator with the later version lower fiber rod.Item# UAK01

White's Universal Search Coil Adapter Kit

White's Heavy Duty Clevis Kit ObsoleteOld-style separate clevis for pre-1988 models. Connects loop to lower rod. Thumb bolt and wash-ers included.Item# HCK01

SST VDI Screen DecalPeel and stick to replace VDI decal. Replace worn, scratched, or damaged VDI number chart (below LCD Screen). Item# WD05

8mm Bungee Cord8mm thick bunji cord with quick adjustment hook. Help take weight off your shoulders when using the detector or large search coils.Item# BJC01

In Search of TreasureAn excellent resource book packed full of down-to-earth information. This book will get you hunting in the right places and finding some great stuff. - By Dick Stout Item# DDSOT

The World of the Relic HunterRecommended for anyone thinking about relic hunting as a hobby or the seasoned pro wishing to pick up a few extra tips. 183 pages.Item# WRH01

GOLD BOOKS / MAPS

Advanced Nugget Shooting - By James McCullochThis spiral bound guide is packed with information on selecting the proper metal detector, tuning, ground balancing, other necessary equipment and techniques, where to go and how to find those elusive gold nuggets. Item# ANS01

Fists Full Of GoldIn this 360+ page book US Geologist Chris Ralph takes a unique approach in teaching the geological “trade skills” of prospecting. 360 pages.Item# FFG01

Inside the Metal DetectorAn encyclopedia on the history of metal detector technology with indepth analysis on all types of metal detection, from induction balance to pulse induction to VLF. Co-authored by White’s Engineering Manager, Carl Moreland. 282 pages. Item# IDM01

Metal Detecting for BeginnersThis popular book is a favorite in the industry and a new offering by White’s. Authored by Ed Tisdale, one of Florida’s top White’s dealers, it’s a great book for new hobbyists. Item# MTB01

Successful Treasure HuntingThe Art of Mental Detecting Discussion on mental prepartion, goal setting and research to develop the positive attitude necessary to succeed. By Lance Comfort.Item# STH01

Coin Hunting In Depth by Dick StoutIf you own a metal detector or are considering purchasing one, and you want to increase your odds of finding old and valuable coins, this book is for you. 160 Pages. Item# DSCHD

A comprehensive guide to the basics of panning for gold. Where to go, equipment, and more. Lots of great tips from veteran panner and prospector, Rita Houston. 28 Pages.Item# PAN01

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German Water Bottle with CupCompact design includes a water bottle, insulation case, cup and a strap to hold it all together. Holds 600ml Item# GER01

Digital ScalesPerfect for weighing small nuggets. Easy calibration using ‘tare’ button. Includes leather case and instructional leaflet. Sizes: 1000g x 0.1g / 200g x 0.01g. Item# DS00

Super Force - Rare Earth MagnetsCollect metal rubbish from your dig holes by either attaching a hollow magnet to the end of your pick. or by holding the solid magnet in your hand. Item# MAG0

MXT the Edge by Jeff FosterThe MXT Edge, provides detailed information on the use, operation, and technology of the White’s MXT as well as vital information on the related topics of ground mineralization and target metal characteristics. 114 Pages. Item# MXT03

Majorca & Homebush Goldfield Maps by John TullyDetailed maps covering the Majorca and Homebush goldfields in Victoria and includes the surrounding areas of Lamplough, Bung Bong, Snake Hill, Adelaide Lead, Dunach and Red Lion. Item# JTM04

Maryborough Goldfield Maps by John TullyDetailed maps covering the Maryborough goldfields in Victoria and includes the surrounding areas of Havelock, Carisbrook, Craigie, Timor, Alma and Adelaide Lead.Item# JTM05

Talbot Goldfield Maps by John TullyDetailed maps covering the Talbot goldfields in Victoria and includes the surrounding areas of Daisy Hill, Emu and Caralulup.Item# JTM06

Tunstalls a Forgotten Gold Town (CD)Tunstalls a Forgotten Gold Town E-Book by John Tully. A book that was once “out of print” is now available on CD in PDF E-Book format. 42 Page E-Book, Requirements: PC-CDROM, Adobe Reader 8 or later. Item# JTM011

Dunolly and Tarnagulla Goldfields (CD)Dunolly and Tarnagulla Goldfields E-Book by John Tully. A book that was once “out of print” is now available on CD in PDF E-Book format. 56 Page E-Book, Requirements: PC-CDROM, Adobe Reader 8 or later. Item# JTM012

Dunolly Goldfields Nugget Reference MapThis is the most comprehensive list of gold nuggets found in the Dunolly district. By John TullyItem# JTM09

Dunolly's BrothellsThis book is about the brothels of the 1860 - 1880 period in Dunolly, Central Victoria and the men and women associated with them. By John Tully Item# JTM010

GOLD BOOKS / MAPS

Castlemaine Goldfield Maps by John TullyDetailed maps covering Castlemaine and includes the surrounding areas of Chewton, Golden Point, Moonlight Flat, Campbells Creek, Barkers Creek, Vaughan, Irishtown, Fryerstown, Elphinstone and Taradale. Item# JTM01

Dunolly Goldfield Maps by John TullyDetailed maps covering the Dunolly goldfields in Victoria and includes the surrounding areas of Moliagul, Inkerman, Golds borough, Burnt Creek, Bromley, Bet Bet and Waanyaara. Item# JTM02

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Kingower Goldfield Maps by John TullyDetailed maps covering the Kingower goldfields in Victoria and includes the surrounding areas of Rheola, Wehla, Glenalbyn and Smugglers Glen.Item# JTM03

Metal Detecting Previously Hunted SitesMetal detecting tips, techniques and secrets for hunting in flogged areas. Author Vincent C. Pascucci. 96 PagesItem# PHS01

SPECTRA V3 / V3i Manual (Replacement)Replace lost, worn, rippered or misplaced (Full color) Spectra V3i Owners Manual. Item# SPC04

Gold Mining in the 21st CenturyA thorough introduction to efficient, modern day methods of finding gold, this volume offers 279 pages of expert information on locating, retrieving, geology for gold, panning, sluicing, dredging, dry washing, metal detecting and much more (fully illustrated) Item# GM21C

Pulse Power: Finding Gold at the shoreIn this detailed and informative book Mr. Clynick draws on his 30 years of detecting experience and that of top pros worldwide to produce this advanced guide for the serious water and shoreline treasure hunter.Item# CJC01

GOLD BOOKS / MAPS

The Innovative Gold ProspectorThe manual looks at aspects of panning, sluicing, cradles, trommels, hard rock prospecting & stone crushing, mercury amalgamation and numerous small tips and ideas from the point of view of learning. By Stephen Barnham. Item# SBM016

Trentham - Blackwood Gold Prospecting GuideThe district for the most part is very rough, steep and wet. Although these fields are close to Melbourne, the country must be taken seriously and should be left alone if you do not have bush experience. 9 maps and notes.By Stephen Barnham. Item# SBM017

Malmsbury & Taradale Gold Detecting GuideThis book provides a set of 4 maps and notes on areas around Taradale & Malmsbury to go gold detecting. By Stephen Barnham.Item# SBM018

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Contains all the map areas from the WA Gold & Relics Sites, plus more. Alluvial gold diggings, mines, reefs and public lands are marked UTM map grids. Spiral bound for easy use. Measurements: 400mm x 265mm Item# DSW06

Gold Atlas of Western Australia by Doug StoneHard cover book with over 400 pages in colour. Jam-packed with prospecting tips, detailed descriptions and over 150 detailed maps of Australia’s ‘major gold nugget producing areas through-out the country. A must for prospecting enthusiasts! Item# DSV02

Metal Detecting for Gold in Australia

Tarnagulla Goldfield Maps by John TullyDetailed maps covering the Tarnagulla goldfields in Victoria and includes the surrounding areas of Waanyarra, Llanelly, Newbridge and Long Bush. Item# JTM07

Whipstick Goldfield Maps by John TullyDetailed maps covering the Whipstick and Kamarooka sections of the Greater Bendigo National Park in Victoria. Included are the areas of Neilborough and Eaglehawk.Item# JTM08

Gold Atlas of Victoria by Doug StoneContains all the map areas from the Victorian Gold & Relics Sites - Alluvial gold diggings, mines, reefs and public lands. Spiral bound for easy use. Measurements: 400mm x 265mm Item# DSV01

Gold & Relics Sites of NSW by Doug StoneContains all the map areas from the NSW Gold & Relics Sites, plus many more. Alluvial gold diggings, mines, reefs and public lands. Spiral bound for easy use. Measurements: 400mm x 265mm Item# DSN04

Gold & Relics Sites of VIC by Doug StoneClearly identifying the location of critical features of interest to the prospector, such as reefs, alluvial leads, relics of past mining activity and locations. See pricelist for complete list of maps available for Victoria.Item# DSV0

Gold & Relics Sites of NSW by Doug Stone

Gold & Relics Sites of WA by Doug StoneClearly identifying the location of critical features of interest to the prospector, such as reefs, alluvial leads, relics of past mining activity and locations. See pricelist for complete list of maps available for WA.Item# DSW0

Clearly identifying the location of critical features of interest to the prospector, such as reefs, alluvial leads, relics of past mining activity and locations. See pricelist for complete list of maps available for NSW.Item# DSN0

Gold Prospecting by Doug StoneThis is an earlier edition by Doug Stone. He gives considerable detail about gold bearing ground and ways to trace & extract alluvial deposits. Item# DSGP01

Detailed maps covering the Whipstick and Kamarooka sections of the Greater Bendigo National Park in Victoria. Included are the areas of Neilborough and Eaglehawk.Item# JTM08

NEW! Inglewood Goldfield Maps by John Tully

GOLD BOOKS / MAPS

A Manual for the Novice Gold ProspectorAuthor Stephen Barnham writes about the basics of detecting, panning and sluicing. This book is about how to get from having no idea about gold prospecting to having the basic knowledge you need. Item# SBM01

Bealiba & District Gold Detecting GuideThis guide of seven maps and notes covers some of the gold producing areas around Bealiba. By Stephen Barnham.Item# SBM04

Bullarto - Blakeville Gold Prospecting Guide5 maps and notes. There is a belt of reefs and a history of rich finds. By Stephen Barnham.Item# SBM05

Creswick Gold Detecting GuideSet of 9 maps and notes on areas around Creswick to go gold detecting. By Stephen Barnham. Item# SBM06

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Gold Detecting For the More SeriousThis title contains material about procedures and attitudes to help you help yourself to become a confident and successful detector operator. By Stephen Barnham.Item# SBM010

Leonards Hill & Barkstead Gold Detecting Guide

Gold Panning for NovicesThis title looks at different types of pans, how to pan, useful tools, how to prospect, useful tips, other uses for pans other than basic panning, exotic pans, how to find out about places to go and a few safety tips. By Stephen Barnham. Item# SBM011

This is the second edition, still with 4 maps but now centred on Leonards Hill and Barkstead; an area located between Daylesford and Ballan.By Stephen Barnham.Item# SBM012

Maldon - Newstead Gold Detecting Guide10 basic maps and notes covering the gold areas around Maldon and Newstead. The area has a history of rich areas and nuggetty gold. By Stephen Barnham.Item# SBM013

Porcupine Ridge Gold Detecting Guide5 maps and notes on areas south of Taradale to go gold detecting. The maps are of a basic mud map style designed to get you into the areas. By Stephen Barnham. Item# SBM014

Ballarat District Gold Panning This book provides a set of seven maps and notes on several areas around Ballarat to go gold panning as well as how to use a pan and what to look for. By Stephen Barnham. Item# SBM03

Daylesford Gold Detecting GuideThis second edition book is a set of 11 basic maps and notes covering the gold areas around Daylesford. By Stephen Barnham.Item# SBM08

Stray Places Gold Detecting/Prospecting Guide5 maps and notes covering Bacchus Marsh (Goodman Creek), Mt Doran between Ballarat & Geelong, Clydesdale near Yandoit, Cambelltown between Newstead and Creswick and the Barfold Ranges reefing field north of Kyneton. By Stephen Barnham. Item# SBM015

Ballarat (Nerrina) Gold Detecting GuideThree maps covering the Little Bendigo Goldfield (Nerrina) to the north east of Ballarat. It covers the Nerrina area, White Swan reservoir and the heads of Slaty Creek. By Stephen Barnham. Item# SBM02

Daylesford and District Gold PanningThis book is about gold panning in the Daylesford area and is aimed at people with no experience.By Stephen Barnham.Item# SBM07

Gold Detecting for NovicesAimed at people with little or no experience. It is not specifically about detectors, but does explore the issues of coil sizes and types as well as the typical detecting mistakes people make. By Stephen Barnham.Item# SBM09

Left: Thirty-four ounces of gold found by author and his mate around Dunolly.By MickWith my holidays fast approaching I contacted one of my prospecting mates, Rob and after some discussion we decided to have a go at prospecting some of the Golden Triangle areas in Victoria. Since the gold rush days of the 1800s, this area has been well known for producing some of the largest nuggets in the world and with this in mind, we were filled with excitement and high hopes about what our trip might bring. It was December 2008 and my holidays finally arrived so Rob and I left Western Australia in search of our share of Victorian gold.

Upon arriving in Dunolly and armed with our new Minelab 4500 GPX detectors, we agreed to head out into the surrounding bushland just around Dunolly itself. The goldfields in Victoria are a lot different to what we were used to in Western Australia but they look great none-the-less with diggings and mullock heaps every-where we looked. Deciding to work the diggings before we did any real prospecting proved to be a good decision as we found a few small nuggets up to around six grams total. Returning to our campsite late that afternoon we made plans for the next day.

Across the road we spotted the detector shop “Gold Search Australia”, owned by Tony Mills, who we had dealt with previously by phone. We asked Tony about different machines he had available which got us thinking about the purpose and use of each model, such as looking for gold in highly mineralised ground or discriminator machines for use in the, the junky areas. He also talked about what he considered to be neglected gold, that is, gold found in old deep lead mines, trashy/junky areas, as well as old camp sites. Rod and I thought about this over a cuppa and then, after a lengthy discussion, we decided to buy a White’s GMT and have a crack at some of this “forgotten gold”. Setting out the next morning with new enthusiasm regarding what we might find, we soon arrived at an old camp site a mate had previously told us about. Rob had his Minelab 4500 and I was using the new White’s GMT.The area had some deep lead dumps on it which were just full of rubbish so we figured that with any luck we might come across some of this “forgotten gold”. It didn’t take me very long to understand the functions and operation of the White’s GMT and after checking some of Rob’s targets with the built-in discriminator, I soon realised the advantages of using this detector. After about half an hour and discriminating lots of rubbish targets, I came across our first piece of forgotten gold weighing around half an ounce. I was rapt to say the least and when I showed it to Rob he just about fell over. It was obvious the White’s GMT detector worked because more gold nuggets kept coming out from amongst the rubbish. The feeling of finding gold so early into the trip was amazing and with each piece found we gave our mate who put us onto the spot a quiet ‘thanks mate, we owe you one’. He drinks Bourbon so it was going to be the best bottle we could lay our hands on as a way of thanks. You’d be a mongrel not to, wouldn’t you? After a few days we had found plenty more gold with much of it fantastic looking specimens of gold in quartz. We couldn’t believe our luck and even though at the time we weren’t exactly sure how much gold we’d found, we knew it was ounces and not just grams.

The following day the weather was changing for the worst and our new 4500s got increasingly noisy due to bad atmospherics. This made things a little more difficult especially with any quiet, deep sounds, so we decided to take a break from prospecting and have a look at the local museum where there are replica nuggets on display of those that have been found on the surrounding goldfields. There was even an anvil where the largest nugget in the world, the “Welcome Stranger”, was broken up into smaller pieces and later melted down.

Over the course of our two week holiday to the Dunolly goldfields we found a total of 34 ounces of gold including plenty of small bits that were hard pressed to register a weight on the scales. We will still use our Minelab 4500s for highly mineralised ground in the goldfields as they are great machines but the White’s GMT has definitely found a full-time home in our prospecting kit, especially around the trashy areas.

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By BTIt’s no secret that the Whites MXT has been around for a few years now but in that time it has been a bit of a sleeper in Australia. In the United States however it has gained a pretty good reputation as a gold getting VLF detector. Recently I had the opportunity to discover first hand if it could live up to its reputation in our gold hunting environments. Much of the MXT’s prospecting mode is based upon the highly successful Whites GMT platform with the use of Fast Auto Track and the legendary V-Sat control.

This control does an excellent job at smoothing out threshold fluctuations caused by rapidly changing ground conditions in highly variable ground types. Hook this up with dedicated Coin and Relic modes and a Salt switch and you have a highly versatile machine capable of covering almost any type of gold, coin or relic hunting scenario. There are a number of coils available for this machine but for my first outing I chose the 5.3 inch Eclipse concentric. This coil is actually touted as a coin hunting coil by Whites but after some initial testing and witnessing its amazing sensitivity on small gold and specimens, I reckoned it would be a winner in some of my old hard-hit areas.First stop was an area in the middle of Maryborough, Victoria, near some old surface workings. Because of the V-Sat control I was able to run the gain, or sensitivity, very high. The V-Sat controls how fast the threshold recovers from fluctuations caused by the ground changing from positive to negative or vice versa balance. To put it simply it greatly reduces noisy operation in bad ground. This control is exclusive to Whites machines and has never been copied to date. With the careful selection of the right V-Sat level you can obtain a much higher gain or sensitivity setting than would otherwise be useable without it. In other words when you have to drop the sensitivity on another machine to a level where you lose a large amount of depth and sensitivity due to too much ground noise, on a Whites machine that incorporates V-Sat you can retain much of the operational power by simply upping the V-Sat level. The V-Sat range is 1 to 7 then it shifts to ‘Hyper Sat’. Hyper Sat is for use in extremely bad ground and will flatten out threshold fluctuations dramatically but still give you a crisp discernable target response. So here I was running 10 on the gain and 7 on the V-Sat.The ground noises were almost non-existent, the threshold was as smooth as silk and within 5 minutes I had my first MXT piece of gold. How big? Don’t laugh, but it was a whopping 1/15th of a gram! But I was rapt because it was a nice buzzy little signal that popped in from an inch or so deep. Very close by was an old detector hole that had quite possibly yielded a much bigger chunk of the good stuff. I had gone over this bit of dug ground with my other detector on numerous occasions and to say I was surprised when I ran the MXT over it and got two distinct signals would be an understatement. I remember looking down at the ground and thinking “no way, there can’t be any more signals here”.At this point I was really expecting them to be ground noise from some strange hot rock, as there were a few in the area, but from two inches down the first one was out, 0.75 grams of gold in quartz, with the next being a sunbaker that had half a gram of spongy gold attached. Being able to smoothly run a high gain setting, retaining good sensitivity and virtually eliminating ground noise fluctuations were definitely the keys to finding these two pieces. The following week saw me at an old reef area. Id also hit pretty hard in the past. First off I ran the standard 9.5 inch concentric coil just to see how it fared on gold. It too ran nice and stable although the donut design which is becoming so popular with coil manufacturers these days, I found to be a pain in the proverbial when swung around this rocky environment.

It was forever getting caught up with rocks and sticks and brought my swings to an abrupt halt when it did. Before changing it over I did snag a small specie with 0.2 grams inside. The verdict: an excellent coil on coins and relics but a bit clumsy for prospecting. Changing back to the 5.3 saw me a happy camper once again and very soon picking up another small specimen of gold in quartz. I half expected this piece, which was

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Often with the MXT, when you pass over a small bit of rusted iron or steel in Tracking, you will notice the response diminishes or changes quite markedly after just two or three sweeps of the coil. Gold will stay rock solid 99% of the time. Minerals in a rock will do the same and change after three or four sweeps but gold in the rock will stay solid. Be careful though because the MXT has a very aggressive and highly effective tracking system. A few sweeps would be the maximum due to this fact. Repeated passes of the coil over a target in tracking mode are a definite no-no. The MXT also needs to “see” the ground and should never be air tested in Track. Hold a target in the air with tracking on and you will see a marked reduction and/or alteration in signal strength as it tracks into the target.

My next target was a very faint signal I almost missed. When I dug it out from about two inches down I was initially disappointed to see what appeared to be a bit of rusted iron. I say disappointed because the MXT’s prospecting mode has the best iron ID system I have seen or used on any VLF machine to date. Ok, so there I was with this supposed bit of rusty iron but it read 15 on the VDI display and registered only a 10% probability of being iron. What’s more the audio grunt never so much as whimpered. I quickly broke it into several pieces to reveal the culprit.

Next up I wanted to see how the 10 x 6 DD Eclipse coil handled the really bad ground so I went to a spot where the gully had been gutted out leaving heaps of really reactive hot and cold rocks (rising or dropping threshold sounds when passed over) as well as red clays and other typically noisy minerals. How did it go?

I had really punished this spot with my previous machine, so much so that I reckon the wildlife in the area, trees included, breathed a sigh of relief when I finished up there a number of months back. Last up was one of my favourite places, Crystal Hills.

Due to the MXT’s fantastic discrimination in Prospecting mode I reckoned the best area to try was going to be amongst the rubbish and the particular spot I chose was full of it. Again I reverted to the 5.3 Eclipse and chose the Plus range of the gain to see how sensitive it really was running flat out. I must have passed the coil over a dozen Iron or bad targets when one finally sung out nice and clear with a low Iron Probability of 10%. It was a bit of quartz and it screamed.

One smack of the hammer and there was 1.5 grams of sparkly gold and some pyrites twinkling back at me. The V-Sat control takes it to another level altogether making it absolutely unique amongst VLF gold detectors. The worst the ground gets, the more this feature becomes appreciated. And the Iron ID system is top notch providing the operator with an impressive array of options for indentifying targets amongst junk via an easy-to read LCD display.

It was actually a piece of iron oxide full of fine gold – a very tricky piece indeed that could quite easily fool anyone just giving it a once over with the naked eye. I ended up getting another six more small bits of gold here for just over a gram and another small specie of gold in pyrites. Not a fortune in anyone’s books but for such a hard hit place I was suitably impressed.

In my opinion its one of the best and most controllable VLF gold detectors available today.

Occasionally there was a false call but compared to other manufacturer’s machines it was chalk and cheese and a place you could happily work in. Honestly, many other VLF’s would have struggled to run a sensitivity setting higher than just 50%.The MXT was doing it effectively at around 80%. Right on top of a small gravelly rock pile I got a solid signal that read 10% on the Probability meter. After picking it up I was greeted with 0.7 grams of gold in ironstone. This is a hard machine to fool.

lying right on the surface, to produce a mineral sound but it stayed rock solid in response after a couple of passes with the coil. After a quick crack with the geo pick I was rewarded with another small bit of about 0.3 grams.

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I don't think I'd win any prizes for guessing that there are quite a few people in the detecting fraternity quietly wondering how the new pulse induction machine from White's Electronincs stacks up on the Australian goldfields. Well, after several weeks of testing, I have to say that the TDI Pro Oz-Series is the goods. It was taken to a variety of places with varying ground types and it passed with flying colours. In fact,

I was amazed to see that in one particular area I never had to adjust the manual ground balance once during an entire day's detecting, and that includes upon start up. Of course some places did require the occasional rebalance due to changing mineralisation and I encountered one very bad area that forced me to rebalance every 10 - 15 minutes, but considering the overall preformance, this wasn't an issue. The areas where I tested the machine are ones I'm very familiar with having trialled nemerous detectors on them over the years. I find this provides a rock-solid platform on which to gauge a new detector's ability.All Pulse Induction coils: The new White's TDI Pro Oz-series will accept all pulse induction search coils made by Coiltek, Nugget Finder and Minelab and after trialling just a few of the various sizes and shapes available, I settled on the Coiltek 14 x 9 elliptical mono for the purpose of these field tests. I found this a great combination and the pinpointing of targets on the narrowed front end of the 14" Inch was exceptional. As with any new machine there is always an unavoidable learning curve in getting accustomed to its particular operating features and the White's TDI Pro Oz-series was no exception, That said, it's not a difficult machine to come to grips with. The first trial was at Tarnagulla and the spot chosen is lousy with false signals caused by numerous pockets of heavily mineralised and variable clays, many of which are of an opposing ground balance type to the ironstone-riddled ground that surrounds them. To date they have been impossible to completely tune out with any machine. I've used and I was keen to see how the White's TDI Pro Oz-series fared under these conditions. Well, after the inital ground balance check and a minor adjustment I was off and it imediately apparent that the Oz-series was a different beast to its predecessor. Not only was it running with a much more stable audio but I was even able to increase the gain from level 5 which I'd used on the original American TDI Pro months earlier, to a new high of 8.

Reduced level of sharpness: The clay pocket signals were still present but at a significantly reduced level of sharpness. Gone were the full-on signal sounds previously encountered here, replaced by a more gentle mineral sounding entry and exit signal. The odd one one still gave an occasional false alarm but the overall reduction in false signal occurrence was about 80%. Unfortunately, I didn't snag myself any gold at this spot but considering the difficulty of the ground and the flogging it's had, I was happy with the overall preformance of the White's TDI Pro Oz-series. Next on the list was a spot at Moliagul where some surfacing had carried out on very hot ground. I had purposely left the ground balance settings on the detector unchanged from the Tarnagulla site because I wanted to see how different this Moliagul ground was. Polar opposite would be an apt description with the TDI howling like a dingo gone mad when the coil approached the ground. Aquick turn of the course then a bit of an adjustment of the fine ground balance control but boy did it show just how different two similar looking areas can be. The ground at Moliagul was much hotter than the trial area at Tarnagulla and the gain control had to be lowered to around 6 to obtain more stable running of the TDI. As covered more ground I encountered some areas that forced me to make minor adjustments to the ground balance evey 10 minutes or so. Obviously underfoot there were some significant mineral changes taking place, highlighting just how bad the Victorian goldfields are and why machines that can cut it here can cut it anywhere. Again I went unrewarded for my efforts but was pleased to see that the TDI comfortably held its own in an area reowned as tough to hunt in.Clean looking gold: The third trial area was near Amherst. I'd been here a number times over the years and found some really nice, clean looking gold in yellowish orange clay so I was hoping to pull a piece or two with the new TDI Pro Oz-series to prove it up. I decided to detect up the diggings a bit where the old boys had dug out some of the gold-bearing clays and rocks and left piled up portions of the poorer stuff untested. Upon start up I was suprised at just how quiet the ground was and I didn't need to adjust the ground balance at all. I quickly detected my first target which turned out to be an old .22 slug that had probably been fired at one of the many rabbits that plagued the area a number of years back

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A short time later I got another signal that sounded the same and was expecting another slug be after I'd dug out about four inches of clay and stone, the signal was coming from a couple of bits of mangy quartz and clay. There was no bullet in sight so, I dropped the congiomeration onto the tip of the 14" Inch mono and as soon as I moved a piece of the quartz, the Pro let out a squeal that was unmistakable, It didn't take much cleaning to reveal a nice little specimen containing a good show of visible gold. The first gold find with the new machine is always a real buzz but it got better because roughly five minutes later I had another bit, this time a clean bit of gold weighing about one gram.

Stopped for a breather: I detected for another hour without luck and was making my way back to the car when I stopped for a breather and a drink near an old tree stump. I noticed the dirt and clay the old roots had pushed up looked similar to that which the old timers had dug out so I swung the coil half-heartedly over some of it and got a signal; soft and weak but definitely a signal. I dug out about three inches of clay near one of the exposed roots and scanned it. The signal was there nice and clear and within seconds I had the gold in my hand.

When I again waved the coil over the same area I got another signal which turned out to be a nice 2 grammer, In the end I finished up detecting an area five meters square radiating out from the stump and wound up with seven more pieces of clean gold. None were big but the final weigh in was a healthy 11 grams. My final test site was on a hillside not far from some old reef workings.

As I made my way further up the slope I came across a pile of rocks the old timers had placed there while digging out what must have been a small costean. I waved the coil over it and there was an unmistakable signal so I dug a few rocks out of the way and waved the coil back over the small excavation but the target was out. When I then passed the coil over a lump of mineralised quartz it screamed ans I immediately got that tingle of anticipation you get when you know you've found gold.There were a few cracks in this bit so an easy whack with the side of the pick quickly split in open to reveal some very nice looking rough gold inside some equally good looking mineralised quartz. Another pass of the coil over the pile produced another signal and in no time I was holding some smaller and finer gold in the same quartz type. There were just a couple of grams in each specimen but they were two absolutely beautiful little keepers courtesy of the TDI pro Oz-series, I was very pleased indeed.

Its learning curve is not as severe as some with a week or two spent on the business end being all it should take for the average person to get a handle on things. The availability of a huge coil range from various manufacturers is a real bonus.

The TDI's lithium-Ion battery pack is housed in the detector itself doing away with the need for back packs and annoying power leads dangling about and getting caught up and breaking.And at just about $2,400 there shouldn't be too many complaints in the price department.

I'd been detecting for about 45 minutes when I got a faint signal from a large bit of flat quartz lying in plain view I flipped it over but the signal still sounded the same. I'd left my geo hammer back in the car so I found a solid lump of rock and pounded it down on the quartz with my sunglasses psuhed tightly into my face to protect my eyes. Fast flying bits of razor sharp quartz can inflict some serious damage. More than once over the years, I've gone to wipe away what I tjought was sweat on my forehead after preforming the task, oly to be greeted with the sight of my own claret smeared across the palm of my hand. Sometimes you don't even feel it.

In summary the new White's TDI Pro Oz-series handles our Aussie ground well. The occasional area can be challenging but no more so than with other machines.

Sparkly bit of gold: Anyway, the smash out was successful and inside of one of the quartz bits was a nice sparkly bit of gold weighing about half a gram.

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