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[KESTREL0222]

Hi,

I am new to this hobby and in the process of purchasing my first detector. Now that it is winter, I may not have a lot of opportunities to use it for a while because of my location, cold Michigan. My question is, are there any good books, articles..... (I have heard of a few magazines on the market, however, I have not been able to get to a book store to pick one up yet) that I should read to get me ready for spring?  
I also must tell you that I have never used a metal detecor before, this will be my first time.

Thanks,

Tom

[Jason]

I have 2 copies of 3 books. Send me a PM with your address and they are yours. Welcome to the forum.

[TNHunter]

I checked out our local book store and alas no mags or books on metal detecting. KId behind desk gave me look like i had 2 heads when i asked for them.
Paul

[steve in so az]

One can get just about any book ever printed for free to read or very little cost from the public libraries. Ask them about the "interlibrary loan " system. No need to ever need a book that you would like to see.

Also, when I started detecting I devoured all books by Karl Von Mueller. Also known as Deek Gladson. He wrote the beginner's & advanced books on detecting many years ago. Steve in so az

[Digginman]

I asked at my local "Books A Million", they didn't have any. I talked to the manager, the next month "Lost Treasure", "Western and Eastern", and "Silver and Gold" were on the shelf. I shook his hand and thanked him. He asked if I knew of any more to let him know.

Just ask, it works.

DM

[dooby]

Steve, were did you come across the books by Karl Von Mueller ?? I too read everything, I prefer personally stories, I look for the "this is what I did" and "this is what I found"....................

[KESTREL0222]

Thank you all for your responses!! You have given me some real good ideas on what and which author to look for. As with any of my hobbies, I like to read as much as possible about the subject.

Thank,

Tom

[Jason]

Originally Posted by dooby

Steve, were did you come across the books by Karl Von Mueller ?? I too read everything, I prefer personally stories, I look for the "this is what I did" and "this is what I found"....................

I found a website a while back that had some of his books for sale. Many are out of print now, but they had some left. If I can ever find it again, I'll PM you with the details. Amazon.com has always been my source for books, the magazines I either subscribe to or get at book stores.

[WThesing]

As far as current good books: "Urban Treasure Hunter", "Detectorist" come to mind as being very good. Do a search on Amazon for books dealing with the history of your surrounding townships and communities. There is one publisher (Arcadia) who lists many thousands of these history references. I have found the photos and such as valuable in targeting specific areas.

[brooklynct2003]

I agree. Urban treasure Hunter is a must read for every detectorist. Great easy to ready book with tips & knowledge applicable anywhere.

[dooby]

Thanks Jason, I did manage to pick up one of Karl Von Mueller's books on ebay !!