Metal detecting is a fun hobby for some, and a serious passion for others, so here's a primer for the newly interested ...

What makes metal detectors work Consumer-grade metal detectors can help you discover everything from buried treasure to loose change or hidden wiring. Many people enjoy spending hours sweeping over… ...

Most consumer metal detectors find coin-sized objects 8–16 inches deep, but pro models can find items several feet down. In ...

We spoke with metal detector experts to learn more about how they work and how metal detectors can tell the difference between different types of metal.

The question is: Do metal detectors in schools really work? "This year alone there has been a shooting, stabbing, recovered loaded firearms," lists Boston City Councilor Michael Flaherty.

Do Metal Detectors Work? With all the money and time invested in these resources, 11 Investigates asks those school leaders if they believe the metal detectors work.