Science Mad Digital Metal Detector
291/2426£25.00
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About this product
Go on the hunt to find the coins, metal objects and lost treasures buried under your feet. Light-weight & sturdy for indoor and outdoor fun. Sensitivity and volume controls. LED lights and audio alerts.
Lots of treasure-hunting adventures ahead! Any metal object is treasure to young explorers starting out in metal detecting! You'll be able to carefully search in your garden, the woods, parks and beaches, just waiting for the signs that your detector has found something special.
This metal detector will beep and LED lights will flash, speed up and change colour to alert you that a metal object is close by.
It could be old or lost coins, jewellery that has been accidentally dropped, or a host of other possibilities.
Controls are provided to change both the sensitivity sound volume of the detector.
The child-friendly length & light-weight design make this a perfect choice for young detectorists.
- Size H18.5, W6.5cm.
- Batteries required: 1 x 9V (not included).
- For ages 6 years and over.
- EAN: 5060062145298.
WARNING(S):
- Not suitable for children under 3 years old.
- Only for domestic use.
- To be used under the direct supervision of an adult.
3.9
55 reviews
78%
Recommended this product
Customers Say
Lightweight, easy-to-use kids metal detector offering fun and decent sensitivity for treasure hunting, though some find it less powerful and occasionally faulty.
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Didn't work
Product didn't work at all, wouldn't turn on.
bob27, 25 - 34
Reasonable and great product, light to use
Great product perfect for what I needed and sensitivity great considering so reasonable. It’s easy to throw in the car and use wherever. Very light so you didn’t tire carry it
Rix, 55 - 64
Good fun!
Not the best at finding stuff but me and my boys had fun with it.
AJ, 35 - 44
Value for money
This was accurate and a good purchase for my little one , he loves exploring so this was a great gift
Dc1, 45 - 54
great gift
i bought this for my grandson and it is perfect
sam, 55 - 64
Good little metal detector
I bought the metal detector for my 8yr old granddaughter she is really happy to have it and can't wait to get started ☺️
Windy, 65 or over
Works better then expected
My little girl loves this and works better then I expected
Saving Noobs, 35 - 44
great birthday present
bought this for my sons 8th birthday this month hes played with it every day would definitely recommend this very happy with it
jo, 35 - 44
Fun & quirky!
A fun, quirky product. Hours of fun for the family....when the weather is ok!
Vallejo, 55 - 64
Metal detectors
I bought this for my great nephew a few weeks back, he absolutely loves this metal detector, brilliant bit of kit for the money, works amazing great value for money!
Sarat, 45 - 54
Hello Myc,
The supplier has advised the following for the Science Mad Digital Metal Detector:
The Metal Detector has controls to change the sensitivity. However, the product is meant to be used for metal objects on the surface.
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Hello Marko,
The supplier has advised the following for the Science Mad Digital Metal Detector:
“ This item detects metal objects: it could be old or lost coins, jewellery that has been accidentally dropped, and other metal objects. ”
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The volume button when turned all the way down, turns it off.
Hello Debbie,
Our supplier has advised that the Science Mad Digital Metal Detector does have an on and off button.
I hope this helps
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Hello Tim,
I can advise the following for the Science Mad Digital Metal Detector:
This is 75.5cm long, the handle is adjustable, but the length is not.
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Hello GemmA,
The Science Mad Digital Metal Detector does not have an upper age limit.
I hope this helps.
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Hello Si,
The supplier has advised the following for the Science Mad Digital Metal Detector:
"The product is designed as a child's toy, we do not feel this is suitable for your needs."
I hope this helps.
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Hi Ju,
After checking with our supplier, they have advised for the Science Mad Digital Metal Detector : We are unable to confirm this as it would depend on the brand and quality
Hope this helps.
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