Mental Metal Detecting

02/02/2026

Fun Times in The "Rare" NC Snow

01/04/2026

Our January High End Detector Giveaway/Challenge Announcement video is up. Its going to be a great giveaway and we are PUMPED UP!

We are JACKED up for 2026 to begin and we are kicking things off with our End of Month High End Detector Challenge/Giveaway and its a BIG ONE! The minelab ma...

12/25/2025

12/22/2025

Time is running out. Details on how to enter can be found here: https://youtu.be/WN-v7o7JAzw

10/26/2025

Shout out to AndySabisch. I just received his lastest Handbook for the Manticore and there I was on page 90 ;-) thanks again Andy. I was honored to be a part of it. You can now pick this up via Fort Bedford Metal Detectors https://fortbedfordmetaldetectors.com/product/the-minelab-manticore-handbook-by-andy-sabisch/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNqX_9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFGSzVoUzJKSlBtSXlQWHVZAR5pa4zlXweg5Q5rstNe1gdfxjVe0SfLHreO1xYDSDB4_CUHy8OtKO93QfXM_g_aem_zdPrExXNoy-TJsNj7clFSA

10/23/2025

Our experience at this event is now up for your viewing pleasure. We had a blast!

The Grimm Beepers qualified for the Masters of Metal competion back in early spring by taking 3rd in the regional event at a Digstock event. A few days our t...

10/22/2025

We are coming down to the last 4 days to be entered to win the Minelab Manticore.

I'm giving away a New Minelab Manticore Metal Detector. Details below:Time is running out, don't miss out. Get entered to win by October 25th.🎁 Minelab Mant...

10/21/2025

We made it back from the Masters of Metal National Championship in Lineville Alabama. My teammates Joe Ellis, Jerry Mellinger and I placed 3rd! Shout out to Debbie from Minelab and all of the folks who put on the event. It was a great time. We loved every moment. Shout out to Fort Bedford Metal Detectors for sponsoring us with our Grimm Beeper shirts and Jerry for making us the hats.

10/12/2025

Gold Paydirt Review plus our Manticore Giveway information in case you missed the first announcement.

Dry panning first for the BIG stuff! In this Part 1 review, I put Alaskan Gold Paydirt to the test—dug by Kayla Johanson (as seen on Gold Rush: High Water Se...

10/02/2025

I'm giving away a New Minelab Manticore Metal Detector. Details below:

🎁 Minelab Manticore Giveaway — Drawing Oct 31, 2025!
Hi everyone Rocky and I are celebrating this community with a big one: I’m giving away a Minelab Manticore metal detector! Why? We couldn't do this without your support and I want give something back to say thank you, we truly appreciate the support.

I will be purchasing a Manticore from Fort Bedford Metal Detectors (they are not giving it to me for free) to give away. The important stuff is below but you already know most of it if you are one of my Patreon members.

How to enter

Be an active Patreon member at the Silver tier or higher by October 25th, 2025 (11:59pm ET). On October 31st, 2025, Rocky and I will use random.org to pick a winner at random. I’ll announce the winner here via a video on Patreon first, then on YouTube.

Why join / upgrade? (Perks by tier)
All tiers (Basic, Silver, Gold, Platinum): early access to my videos, behind-the-scenes insights (new adventures, detector reviews, gold prospecting, gear tips), and our “Drama Free Zone” chats on Zoom 1–2× per month.

Member mail: depending on your tier (Silver, Gold or Platinum), you may get a real artifact or coin I’ve found, plus Mental Metal decals and/or a newly designed Mental Metal Detecting T-shirt.
Gold & Platinum: all the perks as a Basic and Silver member but you also get a personal end-of-year gift from me (hand-picked) and delivered to your door.

Platinum: up to 2 personal Zoom calls/month—perfect for troubleshooting your detector, site strategy, or just chewing the fat.

Bonus perk:
If you join or upgrade now, there could be a member-only discount code from Fort Bedford Metal Detectors. If you are already a Patreon member you have the code. This is for new or free members who haven't upgraded yet. FBMD has supported me and Rocky in a big way over the years so please consider supporting them too. (Code availability can vary.)

Bonus chance to win!
If you are a member right now (or become one) and refer someone into Patreon as a Silver or higher member you will get 1 extra chance to win for each referral!

Ready to jump in?
👉 Join/upgrade to Silver+ here: patreon.com/mentalmetaldetecting

Fine print (short & sweet):
Not sponsored by Patreon, YouTube, or Minelab. Void where prohibited.
Only applies to members in the United States. I can not ship merchandise overseas. My apologies.
Winner chosen randomly via random.org from active Silver+ members as of Oct 25th, 2025, 11:59pm ET.
Anyone who joins after the 25th will be entered into the next month drawing.
Any discount code is subject to availability/terms from Fort Bedford Metal Detectors.
Thank you for keeping this community truly drama-free and supportive. Good luck!

09/24/2025

If you have a Minelab Manticore, X-Terra, and/or Equinox you will find this device very interesting. I have one and they are fantastic. I will be giving 2 away sometime very soon over on Patreon. Join now so you can be entered to win. www.patreon.com/mentalmetaldetecting

https://youtu.be/hPvXwy-TQZg

Are you tired of struggling with loose or unreliable charging cables on your Minelab Manticore, Equinox (600, 700, 800, 900), or X-Terra series detectors? Th...

09/24/2025

We are starting a new series on coins. Here is the 1st one. Check your Mercury dimes they could be worth something good!

Join me as I break down everything you need to know about Mercury Dimes to include the key dates and mint marks that can make your finds truly valuable. Whe...