Summer is one of the best times of year to get out metal detecting. Longer days, dry ground and pleasant conditions mean more opportunities to explore new permissions, revisit productive sites and enjoy the hobby with friends and family. However, detecting in hot weather can also be physically demanding. High temperatures increase fatigue, dehydration and […]
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Choosing the Right Digging Tools for Metal Detecting
When it comes to metal detecting, your detector might find the target, but your digging tool is what actually gets it out of the ground. At Regton, we often get asked which digging tool is best, and the honest answer is: it depends on a few factors. Ground conditions, location, and the type of detecting […]
Metal Detecting Equipment: What Do I Need For Rallies?
There’s nothing quite like a metal detecting rally. Hundreds of detectorists, acres of fresh ground, plenty of stories being shared and hopefully a few amazing finds along the way. Whether it’s your first rally or you’ve been attending them for years, turning up prepared makes all the difference. The last thing you want is a […]
Find of the Month: A Hidden Byzantine Treasure
This month, we’re awarding Find of the Month to one of our team members, Seb. What started as a piece he initially believed to be scrap metal turned out to be something far more exciting. The Discovery Out on a typical detecting session, Seb picked up a target that didn’t immediately scream “keeper.” But like […]
Find of the Month: Rare Saxon Penny Discovered in Essex
We love seeing what our community uncovers, and this month’s standout find is a special one. After receiving last month’s Regton newsletter, one of our customers, Andrew Pudney, shared a recent discovery: a Saxon penny found in Essex. At first, the significance of the find wasn’t clear. But as fellow detectorists began asking who had […]
XP Stereo Headphones – Frequently Asked Questions
With the pending release of XP DEUS II firmware V4.0 and the introduction of XP stereo headphones, many detectorists have questions about what’s changed, how stereo audio works, and whether upgrading is worthwhile. Below, we’ve answered the most common questions to help you understand the new stereo audio system, the benefits of multi-processing, and what […]
Top Christmas Gift Ideas for Detectorists
Inspired by Regton’s Wishlist 🎁 If you’re looking to buy a gift for the detectorist in your life, it can be tricky to know what they’ll actually use and love. That’s why we’ve put together this list, taken directly from the top 10 most-wishlisted items our customers add to their Regton wishlists. These are the […]
Avoiding False Signals While Metal Detecting: Expert Tips to Reduce Noise, Interference, and Unwanted Alerts
We have all had our fair share of false signals, from incorrect discrimination settings, overclocked sensitivity and phantom items in the ground. This guide will go through all of the types of false signalling, why they appear and how to combat them in practice.
Tudor Heart Pendant: A Detectorist’s Once-in-a-Lifetime Find
At Regton, we’re lucky enough to hear first-hand some incredible stories from detectorists across the UK. But every so often, one comes along that truly makes history. This is one of those moments. When detectorist Charlie Clarke headed out for a day’s detecting with his XP ORX, he had no idea he was about to […]
Bronze Age Gold Lock-Ring | Detectorist’s Discovery with XP Deus II & HF2 Coil
Metal detecting is often described as more than a hobby. It’s an escape, a way to connect with nature, history, and community. For Regton customer Dave Harrington, a 52-year-old detectorist from Oxfordshire who recently got in touch to share his story and incredible find, it has also been a welcome source of calm and balance. […]