All travelers know that the quality of your gear is critical to your well-being while away from home. The same can be said about equipment for coping trips. A good backpack when traveling is a guarantee of the safety and performance of search equipment, and simply a guarantee that you will not have to carry things in your arms.
Color options for treasure hunter backpacks
The backpack for the M2 metal detector has a perfectly thought-out design and can be recommended to all detectorists. Regardless of how you get to the place - by car or public transport, - a large backpack is necessary to have everything you need at hand at any time.
Design features of the treasure hunter's backpack model M2:
1. Compartment for a short shovel (up to 85 cm).
Very important element search backpack - a spacious and convenient compartment for a small shovel. The shovel fits entirely into the compartment of our backpack and is not visible during transportation. There are straps to secure the tool inside the compartment. It is better to place the shovel with the blade up (even better in a special case) so as not to damage the fabric.
2. Compartment for a metal detector and shovel.
The compartment accommodates a ground detector of any model. When placing the metal detector, pay attention to the location of the armrest for the rod - it must be protected from mechanical influences.
3. Additional pockets for small items.
The backpack has two large internal pockets and two small side external pockets for small items. You can put cards, spare batteries, a tablet, a knife, etc. here.
4. Comfortable straps with adjustable length and two carrying handles.
The shoulder straps of the backpack can be easily adjusted to suit your body type. Two additional handles allow you to carry the backpack in your hand (in a horizontal or vertical position).
Characteristics of the backpack for metal detector and shovel:
Color: black, green or camouflage.
1 compartment for metal detector and 1 compartment for a shovel.
Additional pockets 4 pieces (2 on the side, 2 on top).
Dimensions: height - 880 mm, width - 280 mm.
Weight: 395 grams.
Material: waterproof fabric (RipStop technology).
You can buy an M2 backpack for a metal detector and related equipment at a competitive price in our online store in Moscow!
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Many people are mistaken that all they need for search activities is a metal detector. To be a successful cop, you need a whole set of equipment. This also includes equipment for storing the detector. After purchase, the metal detector is given to the buyer in a box in disassembled form. You can store it like that. But this is very inconvenient, because you will have to constantly assemble and disassemble the search device.
Backpack for metal detector
Therefore, every search engine at some point thinks about an accessory for carrying a metal detector. For some, it’s a backpack, a bag, or a simple case, sewn with your own hands. Let's figure out what is more convenient for carrying and storing the detector, what size the equipment should be.
Where can I buy
You can buy a search backpack in a specialized store. But the cost of such equipment will be many times higher than that of ordinary bags. There are promotions in which a backpack is given as a gift for a metal detector. But you should buy a device based on its characteristics and abilities. You should not fall for advertising tricks, as such a backpack may not be very convenient and even useless. It is better to purchase a backpack and a metal detector separately.
If you want to save money, you can look at Chinese sites. For example, Aliexpress. Here you can buy a bag for the detector much cheaper than on the Russian market. Be sure to look at seller reviews. They will help you make your choice and will not allow you to stumble upon scammers.
Metal detector bag
The most economical option is to sew a bag for the metal detector yourself. True, such an accessory will not be very attractive and functional. But for the first time, it will allow you to wisely distribute your budget for search equipment and make it clear what you really want from a backpack.
It should hold exactly as much search equipment as you take with you. Don't go for a huge bag with a lot of capacity. After all, it is inconvenient to carry it behind your back, especially when a shovel and a metal detector are in use. Take the optimal size for your needs and you won’t regret it. It is better if the backpack can be folded when necessary and turned into a small bag.
Advice: For now, go with a simple and inexpensive backpack, you can borrow it from friends. After this, you will understand what exactly you want from the bag, what it should be.
As for the covers, they are put directly on the metal detector itself and serve as protection against damage (scuffs, scratches, moisture, etc.). The main thing is that the fabric does not shrink after washing, is dense and preferably waterproof.
DIY cases
If you want to save a lot of money, you can make a case for your metal detector yourself. The advantage is that you can choose the size and even design for the device yourself. You will only have to spend money on fabric and a lock (with the simplest option).
It is better to choose fabric with water-repellent impregnation so that the case protects the device from moisture.
Here is a video of self-sewing:
Important characteristics of a backpack for a metal detector
To make metal searching as convenient and effective as possible, it is necessary to ensure comfortable storage of search equipment.
The backpack is always on your back, so it must meet the following requirements:
- have a soft lining on the back;
- be waterproof, since the metal detector and shovel can get wet and covered with dirt;
- have sufficient height and normal volume (these parameters are individual and depend on your equipment and wishes);
- if possible, have universal fastenings (for a flashlight, shovel, camera, drinking water, etc.);
- have a separate compartment for small finds.
At making the right choice bags, backpack or metal detector case will be the most effective for search and detective work. The device will last longer and with better quality. All the little things and the main search engine tools will always be at hand.
Do you have a search backpack or just want to buy one? Share your thoughts on this with us in the comments.
We continue to look at the useful equipment of a treasure hunter and today we will turn our attention to the backpack. There are a great variety of varieties and models and it will not be easy to choose. In this article I will try to give some tips on choosing a backpack for your metal detector.
So, which one should you take?
The first and most important thing is color and capacity. Why not convenience for the digger - you ask? I answer - a cop with a metal detector is currently on the verge of a foul, that is, it seems possible to dig, but they can always jump on and sell you archaeological reconnaissance.
So, in my opinion, the ideal backpack for a cop is this:
Completely “camouflage” so that no one sees. And if they see you, they will never guess what’s in the backpack.
Well, we continue:
Therefore, we take a backpack such that the shovel is completely hidden in it, and that is, a model where the shovel is attached with straps to the backpack, but is not closed in any way. And if you consider that 90 percent of diggers use Fiskars, then its yellow handle is visible a kilometer away. And the very fact that the shovel is visible will attract attention. We don’t need any attention now, the fewer people who know that we are going to dig with a metal detector, the better.
Also make sure that there is a spacer between the compartments for the shovel and for the MD, so that the shovel does not hit the fragile parts of the detector when carried. Although personally, I always wrap the electronic unit separately, using either polyethylene with air inserts (you know, many people like to burst them with their fingers), or I wrap the unit in rags/rags. So, the first thing is to hide the shovel (or make a camouflage cover specifically for the shovel). By the way, manufacturers produce covers especially for “fiskars” both for the cutting part and for the entire shovel. Prices are around 200-300 rubles.
Next is the color of the backpack itself. If you buy, then take “camouflage” or “khaki”, with such colors you will not be visible in the field (many people dig directly with a backpack, because sometimes it is dangerous to leave things unattended, especially if you are digging in a new place and there is a possibility of “local” "). That is why I also recommend “camouflaging” the yellow handle of the fiskar, buy a can of spray paint and paint it in dark color. If you use ICQ, then paint them too, otherwise the “asechnik” can be seen a kilometer away with a yellow electronic unit :)
In terms of size, so that you can immediately dig into the backpack, we can recommend a height of 90 cm and a width of 25-20 cm. In terms of main compartments, there are options with 2 and 3 main compartments, of course, 3 is better, but if you take the minimum with you , then 2 – it is smaller in size and a little lighter.
Well, now you can pay attention to convenience. By the way, many people go digging in cars, so they don’t really care about the performance of a backpack, but even take an ordinary tourist one. But if you travel by bicycle/bus/on foot, then convenience plays an important role, because your back will instantly let you know that you bought a crappy backpack. Therefore, my advice is that if you buy it in a store, check it right there and ask them to put your model of metal detector with a shovel in your backpack, put it on your back and walk around the store, lean left, right, forward. And if you feel that it’s convenient for you, then you should take it. If there is any discomfort, try another model. They all look the same, but on the back they feel different.
Garters for a tourist rug - let them be, sometimes we go digging and spend the night. Lying on a rug by the fire, telling stories over a mug of tea - this is an indispensable attribute of any trip to nature.
Capacity:
So we got to her, darling. What do you take with you to the cops? A device, a shovel, definitely, then - a thermos, a snack (sandwiches or a thermos with food), a bottle of water, a first aid kit, a flashlight, a knife, an axe, a camera, etc. ", such a small bag, which immediately contains everything a tourist needs - all the small things listed and much more - cords, hooks for fishing, fishing line, survival kits, first aid kit, matches, salt, high-calorie bars, etc.). This small survival pouch can also be placed entirely in our backpack. You never know what can happen - you will get lost, get lost, etc. This set can save your life.
An excellent option is the “Yeti” model, with many pouches, compartments, and pockets. Moreover, you can always unfasten the extra side pouches. Costs approximately 2500-3000 rubles. In the photo below:
As you can see, you can take a lot of things, and choose a backpack based on this. If you take a lot of things, then pay attention to models with side pockets; a lot of small things will fit there. There are pockets not only on the sides, but also on the back, right above the shovel compartment. Such options are also suitable for those who like to take “everything they need and even more” for digging.
I think there is no need to talk about the quality of the material, you already understand that. The stronger the fabric, the longer your backpack will last you. Carefully look at the “firmware” of all the parts so that there are no protruding loops and threads. Everything must be neat and high quality. Nowadays you can increasingly see on sale models made of Cordura fabric with a strength of 1000 denier, this is really a lot, that is, the backpack turns out to be strong and reliable.
On average, prices for normal models vary from 1000 to 2500 rubles. Popular models, not particularly sophisticated, but tested, cost from 800 to 1200 rubles. For example, a simple and convenient open model “Pathfinder” from the manufacturer of the same name costs only 550 rubles:
If you take a slightly taller model to hide the shovel, it will cost 750 rubles. Budget simple backpacks.
If you need more compartments and pockets, it will cost a little more. Although if you have a seamstress friend, she can sew it for you to order purely according to your requirements - in my opinion, this is also an excellent option, and it will be cheaper)) And cooler models cost 2-4 thousand rubles. For example:
The "Cayman" model costs approximately 2,200 rubles: 
Or a shortened “version” of the open type, the “Leshy” model, costing around 2,500 rubles:
The “Leshy” and “Caiman” models can be bought in Ukraine at the metallodetektor.com.ua store; I actually took the photo from them. Comfortable and high-quality models. "Yeti" is definitely sold in Russia, ask in specialized stores that sell metal detectors.
In general, look, decide, now are the times that you can’t live without a backpack. And one more thing - in the spring, when you buy a new metal detector, you will always be given a smart backpack in any store, just ask)) Good luck on the mine.
On the last warm autumn day, a mushroom picker went into the forest. The only equipment I have is a large backpack and a knife. I got lost safely, and in the evening frosts hit... The mushroom picker was not at a loss, cut two small holes in the bottom of the backpack, two more on the sides, filled it with dry grass, and put it on himself. Survived the night. A large backpack helped him.
For me personally, a large backpack is only needed in two cases. Or you have to walk several kilometers to get to the cop’s point. Or I'm going to the cops in someone else's car. In both cases, you must have everything you own with you. Nobody wants to go back to the car. Moreover, in the second case, the two of us will have to return to the car, me and the owner of the car.
And if the backpack is large, it should start with a shovel. The shortened Fiskars bayonet fits with the head. There is a separate strap for attaching a shovel.
What is the best way to place a shovel in a backpack? Previously, I carried the shovel with the blade down. I came up with different devices so that the blade would not pierce the bottom of the backpack - wooden, from a rubber hose, simply wrapped in clothes.
At some point, I got tired of it and started plunging the shovel with the blade up. This is a kind of armored back for the head. What if the hunters shoot you in the back, even if your head remains intact))
When I was poor and greedy, I went to the cops with two metal detectors - Aska and Proshka. The Garrett AT PRO is an excellent metal detector, but I only had a large coil for the Garrett ACE 250. My greed did not allow me to come to a mine a hundred kilometers away, see good finds, and not finish the point to the maximum. I was ready to carry an extra metal detector with me. But I only had to carry a second reel; due to poverty I didn’t buy more.
A story from life. One digger traveled to the mine by public transport. Big backpack, rush hour, good words passengers in the back. The digger arrived, opened the backpack, took out a metal detector, and... the armrest was broken. It has long been written down in the rules of a cop that the armrest of a metal detector begins to break while still in the backpack.
I probably have the simplest requirements for a backpack. So that the shovel fits inside (there are backpacks with the shovel on the outside). There are more universal fastenings inside. It would be desirable to have space for a couple of detectors. Plus, there is free space for other equipment.
External pockets are a must. By the way, it is in this pocket that, if desired, a second sapper shovel (herringbone) can be placed. And in fact it will turn out - one backpack, two metal detectors, two shovels. Grab and run))
A story from life. The digger bought a large backpack. He loved him very much. Reinforced the bottom and straps. Inside he sewed additional compartments and fastenings for everything he had. Even the drinking system was in this backpack (following the example of bicycle backpacks). Waterproof compartment for documents, money, and phone. A digger's dream... The day came when this backpack was stolen from him. Along with all the good things. A large backpack is good, but trying to fit absolutely everything in it is not worth it.
And for me personally, the backpack requires at least one horizontal strap to attach the pin and knife. The pinpointer can also be placed on a vertical strap, but in this version it dangles a lot; it’s better on a horizontal one.
Have you held two hundred E2 nickels in your hands at the same time? It’s a pleasure that not everyone can hold on to)) A story from life. The digger picked up a treasure of nickels. He filled his backpack with coins, lifted it and... the bottom of the backpack fell out. But it can be better. I filled my backpack with coins, but they don’t run out. Are you ready for such happiness?
On a large backpack, side handles are required. On both sides, can be carried by two people.
And most importantly for a large backpack... I'm at the cop's point. He took out a shovel and took out a metal detector. And now I don't need a big backpack. The side ties and height reduction are a real plus.
Why did the mushroom picker cut two small holes in the bottom of his backpack? For the eyes, of course. Keeping your head warm is no less important than your torso. Side holes for hands. Can you imagine what this mushroom picker looked like?))
All on the topic of backpacks. When you fill your backpack with coins, but they don’t run out - (who hasn’t seen it, check out the photo, Not every digger can do this).
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People who walk long distances during the day with a load on their back know how important it is to have a good backpack. And if you carry a metal detector and a shovel with you, the question becomes even more relevant. It is important to choose a backpack that will comfortably fit all the necessary equipment.
Advantages
The treasure hunter's backpack is designed specifically for those who are looking for a quality backpack to carry while searching for objects. These products are sewn to the shape of a metal detector so that the device can be conveniently placed inside. In addition, among their advantages are:
- reinforced zippers that will not break during use;
- dense fabric that protects the metal detector inside the backpack from dirt, moisture and mechanical damage;
- high-quality stitched seams through which moisture does not seep.
In the store “At Ded Mitya’s” you can buy backpacks for a metal detector and shovels, as well as other search equipment. All our products have been tested and meet the requirements necessary for equipment of this class. You can order a backpack using the “Basket” tool; payment is made in cash or by bank transfer. Delivery is carried out throughout Russia, and residents of Moscow and the Moscow region can also pick up the goods by pickup from Podolsk or Serpukhov.
