Fisher Research Labs Gold Bug 2 Gold Nugget/Electronic Prospecting Hunter Metal Detector with 10" Elliptical Searchcoil, Operating Frequency 71 kHz

SKU: FHGB210 MFR: GB2-10
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Key Features

  • Unearth gold nuggets with the Gold Bug 2's exceptional sensitivity and pinpoint accuracy.
  • Maximize your gold prospecting with a high 71 kHz frequency, optimized for small gold detection.
  • Adapt to any terrain with manual ground adjustment; find gold in high or low mineralization areas.
  • Enjoy versatile metal detecting with all metal auto-tune and iron discrimination operating modes.
  • The 10" elliptical searchcoil offers deep detection depth and complete ESI shielding coverage.
  • Lightweight and durable design, convertible for handle or hip-mount, ensures comfortable use.
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Fisher Research Labs Gold Bug 2 Specifications

  • Recommended for

    Gold Nugget Hunting

  • Frequency

    LF Search: 71.01 kHz

  • Operating Modes

    All Metal Auto-Tune (Normal)
    All Metal Auto-Tune (Audio Boost)
    Iron Discrimination

  • Mineralization Settings

    High Mineral (attenuated, fast Auto-Tune)
    Normal Mineral (fast Auto-Tune)
    Low Mineral (gain boosted, slow Auto-Tune)

  • Ground Adjustment

    Manual,16-turn, vernier dual-shaft, precision potentiometer

  • Control Housing

    Dust, Moisture Resistant: Yes

  • Audio Output

    Speaker: 2" (5.08cm) Moisture Resistant
    Headphone Jack: 1/4" stereo/mono

  • Manual Threshold Tuning

    Located on rear of housing, effective in All Metal, Auto-Tune Mode

  • Searchcoil Type & Size

    Type: Elliptical, Co-Planar
    Size: 10" (25.40cm)

  • Searchcoil: Shielding

    100% ESI Coverage

  • Searchcoil: Interchangeable

    Yes

  • Searchcoil: Waterproof

    Yes

  • Searchcoil: Cable Length

    7' (2.13m)

  • Handle-Mount/Hip-Mount Convertible

    Yes

  • Built-in Armrest and Detector Stand

    Yes

  • Batteries

    Type: 2x 9V Transistor
    Life-Carbon Zinc: 10-20 hours
    Life-Alkaline: 25-35 hours
    NiCads: 5-10 hours

  • Length

    Extended: 53" (134.62cm)
    Collapsed: 40" (101.60cm)

  • Weight

    Complete: 2.9 lbs (1.32kg)
    Control Housing: 1.0 lbs (0.45kg)
    Handle and Coil: 1.9 lbs (0.86kg)

  • UPC Code

    089723999624

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About Fisher Research Labs Gold Bug 2

You'll experience the thrill of gold prospecting with the Gold Bug 2 Gold Nugget/Electronic Prospecting Hunter Metal Detector, a high-quality and advanced product from Fisher Research Labs. This innovative metal detector is specifically engineered to locate both small and large gold nuggets in highly mineralized soil, setting new standards in the field of gold-hunting detectors.

The Gold Bug 2 is not just a successor to the original Gold Bug; it's a distinct device that incorporates many of the successful features of its predecessor, along with new, effective functionalities. One of the most notable features is its ultra-high operating frequency of 71 kHz, which is extremely sensitive to small gold nuggets. This frequency also allows the Gold Bug 2 to operate near an original Gold Bug without any interference, enhancing its versatility.

The Gold Bug 2 also introduces a new mineralization switch, which can be adjusted for high, normal, and low mineralization ground conditions. This feature enables prospectors to explore areas previously inaccessible due to high ground mineralization or numerous hot rocks.

The device also includes an iron discrimination feature, which helps you identify hot rocks and small trash items like iron nails before you start digging. This feature is particularly useful in highly trashy areas, allowing you to check a target for its iron content.

Another new feature is the Audio Boost Mode, which amplifies the volume of faint signals from small or deep gold nuggets without increasing the volume of larger, shallower targets. This feature, already a successful and proven element of the Fisher Gold Bug line of detectors, makes it easier to find smaller nuggets at greater depths.

The Gold Bug 2 also offers a range of controls for a customized prospecting experience. These include a threshold control for tone adjustment, a three-position toggle switch for mode selection, a dual-purpose potentiometer for sensitivity control, and a ground reject control to ignore ground minerals. The device also includes a volume control and a headphone jack compatible with most mono and stereo headphones with a 1/4-inch plug.

In conclusion, the Gold Bug 2 Gold Nugget/Electronic Prospecting Hunter Metal Detector is a durable, high-quality, and effective tool for anyone serious about gold prospecting. Its advanced features and innovative design make it a standout choice in the field of metal detectors.

Fisher Research Labs Gold Bug 2 Features

  • Dust and moisture resistant control box
  • Removable control housing that mounts on your hip and reduces the weight on your arm
  • Drop-in battery compartments for easy battery replacement
  • An elliptical, 10-inch, shielded searchcoil that's lighter, covers more ground and gets into tighter places than a circular coil
  • Lightweight design, only 2.9 lbs with cushioned armrest and foam-grip handle
  • Built-in detector stand
  • Dual-knob, coarse/fine, manual ground-adjust control
  • Double-locking, fiberglass-reinforced, nylon lower stem
  • Quartz-crystal locked electronics
  • Built-in Fisher quality backed by 80 years of engineering excellence
  • Extreme Sensitivity to Small Gold Nuggets
  • High Precision Dual-Control Ground Balance
  • Iron Disc Mode for Iron & Hot Rock Rejection
  • Deep Target Audio Boost
  • Operating Frequency 71 kHz

Key Features

  • Unearth gold nuggets with the Gold Bug 2's exceptional sensitivity and pinpoint accuracy.
  • Maximize your gold prospecting with a high 71 kHz frequency, optimized for small gold detection.
  • Adapt to any terrain with manual ground adjustment; find gold in high or low mineralization areas.
  • Enjoy versatile metal detecting with all metal auto-tune and iron discrimination operating modes.
  • The 10" elliptical searchcoil offers deep detection depth and complete ESI shielding coverage.
  • Lightweight and durable design, convertible for handle or hip-mount, ensures comfortable use.

What's in the box:

  • Fisher Gold Bug 2 Gold Nugget/Electronic Prospecting Metal Detector
  • 10 " Elliptical Searchcoil
  • 2x 9V Alkaline Batteries
  • Removable Control Housing
  • Fisher 5 Year Limited Warranty