When you picture a metal detector, you probably imagine a device that has a long shaft with something that looks like a small steering wheel attached to the bottom end. The user walks along the beach, ...

On April 1, amateur metal detectorists Katarzyna Herdzik and Jacek Ukowski made a stunning discovery on a Polish beach. Their scanners led them to an ornate 24cm dagger covered in stars and crescent ...

North Carolina school systems are exploring metal detectors and new-fangled weapons detection systems to keep guns out of schools. But several experts caution those systems may not be worth the ...

Editor's Note: December 12, 2025: We've checked to make sure that our recommendations are still available and competitively priced. We’re preparing for a new round of metal detector testing, which ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Metal detectors used to be really bulky, heavy machines, ...

A metal detector is a fun gadget that you can use to find buried treasures, whether you are strolling along the beach or trekking across a field. It is also an invaluable tool that can help you find ...