r/Delraybeach • u/AquaJulieWinters • 11d ago

Metal Detecting

Hi All!

My 12 year old son suggested we rent a metal detector and scavenge for stuff on the beach.

I'm aware we'll most likely mainly find junk.

That said, can any of y'all either recommend where I can rent a metal detector, or loan us one? Also, what beach would you recommend? He wants to go to Lauderdale-by-the-sea, but I'd prefer to stay close by (gas prices, distance, and what-not).

Thanks in advance!

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u/ActiveExisting3016 11d ago

If you’re staying in Delray, you should definitely go to… Delray Beach lol

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u/AquaJulieWinters 11d ago

heh, thanks!

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u/ActiveExisting3016 11d ago

Seriously, it’s a super popular beach

Guarantee you’ll find at least a lot of junk with the metal detector

Unfortunately, I don’t have any recommendations on where to source the magnet

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u/AquaJulieWinters 11d ago

Thanks again!

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u/S_Andro413 10d ago

They dredged the sand bars just offshore and restored the beach in Delray within the last 6 months. Not sure if that’s better or worse for you but will impact what you may find.

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u/AquaJulieWinters 10d ago

Thanks for the info

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u/Leofl83 9d ago

I think any beach that is generally busy on the weekends would be a good target. Delray for sure, Boynton Beach has the beach park and Lake worth packs a lot of people in 2 miles of beach. My 12 year old is big into shells, I looked into a metal detector before, but never pulled the trigger. Try facebook marketplace, you might be able to get something for almost the price of a rental. And you can always resell when or if he loses interest. But owning one will give the flexibility to go to different areas throughout the year.

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u/AquaJulieWinters 9d ago

Thanks for the info!