How to Hunt Around Metal Poles: Turning Interference into Targets (And Why 66 Isn't Always a Penny!)

Playgrounds are goldmines for coins, but those metal poles, fences, and structures can drive you crazy with false signals and masking. In this quick live highlight clip, I break down exactly how I approach them – and how a fast coil sweep can turn potential trash into a worthwhile dig.

It starts simple: "Okay. So, here is metal pole, metal structure." As I swing back in toward the pole, the detector lights up with a fast beep and that classic VDI reading of 66. You know the one – in most machines, 66 screams "penny" all day long. My first thought? This could be a good one hiding right in the iron zone.

But here's the reality check: the pole is throwing interference, making the signal jumpy. Thanks to the quick coil action, though, I can still isolate that there's a legit target in the 60s range worth checking. "But this is kind of throwing you here. But because it's got that fast coil action, I'm able to distinguish at least that there was a target here that I need to take a look at."

I dig it carefully... and out comes a zipper pull! Not the penny I hoped for, but still a solid find – and proof that those mid-60s signals around metal can be sneaky. "And being in the 60s, that's probably another uh let's see, it's probably another penny or in this case a zipper pull. Those zippers. Okay, zipper. All right."

The key takeaway? Don't write off targets near poles just because of interference. Use fast, controlled sweeps to punch through the noise, pay attention to repeatable beeps, and always dig those iffy 60s hits – especially in high-traffic spots like playgrounds where modern trash (zippers, pull tabs) mixes with potential keepers.

This short is packed with real-world advice: no fancy edits, just honest detecting and a reminder that 66 can mean penny... or it can mean zipper pull. Either way, you're learning and cleaning up the site!

Watch the full short here for the live demo and see it in action:

Got a favorite tip for detecting around trashy metal structures or poles? Share it in the comments – playground hunts are tough, but these tricks make them way more fun!

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