ToddB64
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Actually, since making them, I seldom use them. I find they're basically useless on a coin. About the only time I do is one is just to verify I've located a mashed can (which you can generally tell by lifting the coil, to tell you're over a much larger than coin-sized object). That said, depending on if I'm detecting a trash-laden site, I'll pass if I am. If on an older site, I'll dig it just to be sure I'm not passing on a larger relic (or something worthwhile).
I'd say the length is about 12", and I'd say the 'glass one is more sensitive.
MIG, you could use whatever you had, and grind the weld to make the profile more slim (which I'd done to this one after the pic). I use this as much if not more than my trowel.
Thanks for the info Gauntlet !
Think I might try to make a probe, using a fiberglass reflector post and golf ball handle, and see if I'm any good at using it.
So far, I've been using my Lesche digger to cut a 3-sided trap door and following up with my Vibra-Probe 570 to locate the exact position of the target, then back to the Lesche for final recovery.
I bought the Miller Gold Seal 225 Amp Arc (Stick) welder. Now years later at age 70 and a long time diabetic, I'm too shaky to run a nice bead anymore, but can still do a series of spot welds for small projects that don't require super strength. Like you, I can always grind to pretty-up a messy weld.
ToddB64