Scanning parks and beaches with one of these can be a unique and fascinating hobby.

In this video, we went metal detecting in the woods, hiking nearly 10 miles to reach a historic old homesite. Our finds included an incredible amount of colonial treasure, featuring silver and gold.

We spent weeks testing the best metal detectors on the market. Here are our top six picks. Purchasing one of the best metal detectors is the first step to kicking off your exciting new hobby. These ...