Full Overview

Bounty Hunter's Junior Metal Detector gives you professional metal-detecting functions in a compact, lightweight package. Detecting coin-sized objects up to 5" deep and larger objects to 3 ft., it also has discrimination control eliminating unwanted metals, while the target indicator meter measures signal strength. To determine approximate depth, the volume of the signal increases as targets get closer. Easy to use for youth through adult metal detecting and backed by Bounty Hunter's 1 year warranty.

Technical Details

- Child-sized metal detector detects coin-sized objects up to 5 inches deep and larger objects up to 3 feet deep
- Target indicator meter measures signal strength; signal increases in volume as targets get closer
- Discrimination control eliminates iron and most unwanted items
- Lightweight, ergonomic design for easy, comfortable handling; battery tester included
- Measures approximately 10 by 9 by 57 inches; 1-year limited warranty

First let me say I don't profess to know much about metal detecting. I bought this metal detector to find my wedding ring, which flew off my finger the other night while I was playing volleyball in the backyard with the kids (it was a chilly night and the ring was loose on my finger.) After an hour of searching, I figured it was worth it to buy an inexpensive metal detector in hopes of finding my ring.

I ordered it on Wednesday, it arrived on Friday (2 day shipping for $3.99 with prime.) I put the batteries in, read through the well-written booklet and did the tests it suggested. We had no problems finding the test objects (penny, quarter, nail) so I started "sweeping" the area where I thought it might be. I found it within 15 minutes. Granted, it wasn't buried in the ground or anything, but we did have several other "hits" that were definitely objects in the ground - strong signals but we just didn't take the time to dig since I knew my ring was buried in grass, not dirt. The kids can't wait for their turn now that the ring has been found. I think they will get some fun use out of it and they want to dig on our other "hits" from tonight.

The pros for this item were the fast shipping, easy to use right out of the box (just had to insert 2 9V batteries), well-written instructions, and it is Made in the USA. It felt sturdy and well-made but it was short in length (it is a Jr. size, after all) - didn't matter for my use but an adult wanting to do some serious detecting would want a longer one. The length feels just right for my children (ages 11, 8 and 5) and it is not too heavy, either. It is very simplistic - two dials (one for power/sensitivity and one for target elimination - like for ruling out iron or other metals if you are getting too much junk in your detecting) and one needle gauge called the "Target Indicator". It made a buzz/beep sound that was easy to hear. One thing - I do not see nor did I read about where you can plug any earphones in - which is a feature other detectors have.

If you have a specific need (like finding a lost ring!) or if your children want to try their hand at metal detecting, this seems like a great product.

This detector is excellent for kids, The size is just right and it introduces them into the world of detecting. The detector is of good solid quality and is a little version of an entry level adult model. You do have to explain to them how to use the discrimination controls because they are kind of confusing for a kid but they pick it up quick. The detector has actually found old cans and coins that have been about 5 feet underground so it searches pretty deep. I recommend this product!

i bought it to find the lot line stakes in my yard. it found them no problem. one was 3 inches below the surface. also found some pennies and some other junk that i didn't really want to find. then i read the directions and learned how to turn the sensitivity down so i didn't find those small objects. i noticed it finds the re-bar inside my concrete driveway too. that wasn't particularly usefull, but it was fun to play with for a few seconds.

I purchased this for my 7 year old granddaughter who was actually asking for one that was more of a "toy". She loves it, it works very well and has opened up a whole new area of interest for her. It's well made and easy for a child to use.

I bought it to clean up my yard after a roofing job. I found a ton of nails and a few other things that I have lost over the years. Great for the kids to treasure hunt too!

I bought this for my 7-year old because he was begging for a metal detector for his birthday. We received the BH Junior Metal Detector, slapped in the batteries, and went prospecting in our backyard. The sensitivity knob is not linear at all. It's either extremely sensitive or doesn't pick up much of anything. We were able to dig up a buried strand of barbed wire and a few nails, but I think it was more luck than a direct result of the device helping us.

I would say this is good as a novelty but if you want something serious, consider a better detector.

This works well enough for what my son wanted. I threw a bunch of nickels out in the yard and he had a blast finding "treasure." Still hasn't found a chest of gold, though. But it is hard to adjust sensitivity and it makes annoying sounds.

We bought this metal detector for our son last year. We used it for a treasure hunt in the snow at a birthday party. Yesterday, while away from home, I lost a key for our van in the snow. They key has remote controls for locks and doors and is expensive to replace. I went back today with our son's metal detector and found the key in a few minutes. In one incident, the "Bounty Hunter" paid for itself. This is the first metal detector we've bought, but we've found it a great tool - extremely sensitive, lightweight, easy to use. A great product overall.

i bought 2 of these for my grandsons, ages 13 and 12. it is the coolest item. we found an old socket in the yard as well as coins. i recommend this for a fun adventure for kids and families to enjoy together.

Great metal detector for my son. Reasonably priced and very easy to use. Totally satisfied.