Minelab EQUINOX 900 + 15” Coil = A POWERFUL Duo! Metal Detecting 1700s COINS & Relics! | Stef Digs

In this week’s video, I go metal detecting at a HUGE hayfield permission and find some awesome relics and coins from the 1700s! Employing the Minelab Equinox 900 and 15” coil proved to be a powerful duo! Join me as I explore this massive spot and come home with goodies in the pouch!
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[@StefDigs]

I now sell metal detecting equipment through The Diggers Den! Be sure to reach out to me on Facebook Messenger (Stef Tanguay) or email ([e-mail]) for assistance on selecting the most appropriate gear for you, as well as the best deals we have available!

[@christywerpy63]

Hey Stef, I really enjoy your videos as I live vicariously through them. I'm not able to metal detect at this time but I'm learning a lot about detecting through your knowledgeable presentations. The transparency on your channel shows the level of integrity and maturity you have for your channel and the products you represent. I respect you as a person of MANY interests (wow!) as you alluded to in the final minutes of this video. Please continue to take us along on your adventures whenever/wherever. I appreciate the hard work you go thru to make these vids!

[@StefDigs]

Thank you so much for the kind words! I always try to keep it real on this channel, no other way to be, in my opinion. 😊 More videos on the way!

[@williamarwood7737]

Good for you Stef. Keep up the good videos and good luck on all your hunts.👍

[@StefDigs]

@@williamarwood7737 thank you!

[@ruthschumacher6130]

Bless it and let it go. Love is the glue of solution (soulution)!

[@StefDigs]

Indeed! Making this video was my way of letting it go. It occurred to me yesterday that I needed to do it to move forward, and a weight’s been lifted for sure! 😊

[@scottshawwoodworking1752]

Stef, we love you and your videos. Keep it up and don’t let the negativity ruin what you have. Thank you, Scott Shaw

[@StefDigs]

Thank you, Scott! I think it was just something I needed to do today - put it all out there in order to move past something that shouldn’t be living rent-free in mind. Onward and upward! 💪🏻

[@kimetherington2252]

It's like you said, most people have few good friends who will stand beside you, who you know you can count on! Be thankful you have them. Not everyone has even a handful to count on! Haters will hate. Some will be jealous. Not all will be happy for you , but that's how you find out who's really your true friends! Keep doing you, don't let a select few get you down! You're too good at what you do for that! Keep on digging, Stef...

[@StefDigs]

Thank you! I absolutely appreciate those who were there for me, and it wasn’t necessarily the people I expected, but I’m sure glad to have them in my life! Never gonna stop digging! 😄

[@bkmaloney1]

Well said Stef, ignore the noise!

[@StefDigs]

Thanks Brian! Rising above, 100%! Felt good to put that out there, though.

[@NEO16_]

That was fun, thanks! Keep doing what you’re doing!

[@StefDigs]

Thank you! 😊

[@jaydigshistory36]

So first I want to say thanks again for clarifying my find not being a Copper Kettle Bead. I think it was awesome that from the amount of correspondences you probably get that you were able to answer mine. You are very well knowledged in this hobby/field and your videos are the reason I reached out to you. Haters are going to hate, and even put their arm around you while doing it. I’m not involved enough to fathom how someone could be mad or upset at you for a product video. You make it very clear you’re a Minelab “ambassador” (not sure if that’s a title or not). Continue making great content, thank you for being one of the good educators for newbies like me.

[@StefDigs]

Thank you so much, Jay! I’m always happy to help, it’s part of what I love to do! 😊 And it’s true - haters will hate and put their arm around you while they do it, very well said! I will absolutely continue with KZbin no matter what’s thrown my way. Looking forward to doing even more with minelab in the future! 😄

[@earlmenefee3421]

Love you Steff and your videos are awsome keep on trucking !!!

[@StefDigs]

Thank you! I’m definitely gonna keep going! 😊

[@mrwheatie]

Being a 900 owner, I enjoy your 900 videos. I will try the 15” coil. My last find was a 1837 Canadian bank token. The 900 left no doubt but to dig.

[@StefDigs]

That’s awesome! Yes, definitely give the 15” coil a try, you won’t regret it! 😊

[@waynelutwiniak797]

Another great dig, we missed you. Don't let the turkeys bring you down. Stay dirty 👍

[@StefDigs]

Thanks Wayne! Always appreciate your comments! 😊

[@JustPlainSteve5372]

Nice array of Treasures Stef - me likey!

[@StefDigs]

Thank you! Appreciate you watching!

[@richardperkins6132]

Congrats on all your awesome finds stef. You always find something amazing when your out detecting. An as far as your true friends don't lose no sleep over it dear. That's just par for the course. We all at one point or another find out who our true friends are on our travels through life. You keep following your little hearts desire. Because you know whats best for you an what makes you a happy person. An that's all that matters. In my book, you are right up there with all the other greats out there detecting. So just keep on keeping on, an you will always rep the rewards of your hard work. Have an awesome weekend an it's only going to get more amazing as your journey continues. 😁👍👍

[@StefDigs]

Thank you for the kind words, really appreciate it! 😊 Releasing this video was a great way to put some negativity where it belongs - in the past. I’m excited for what the future holds, full steam ahead!

[@jimmymalone3494]

Awesome hunt Stef and some really nice finds.I enjoyed your video and I hope you have a great week.

[@StefDigs]

Thanks Jimmy! Hope you have a great week, too!

[@katiecalzarette3247]

Keep up the great work and congratulations!

[@StefDigs]

Thank you! 😄

[@bretttoomanyhobbies7572]

Hi Stef, across the street and around the corners has paid off well.😊

[@StefDigs]

For someone, it did… 😂 At least you found a nice little patch, that’s a win. Tough out in those fields! Thought I saw a cellar in the woods off to the side of that huge field but when I got there the elevation definitely made zero sense lol, oh well!

[@silver-assassin508]

Great hunt as always Stef! I'll see ya at DFA8!

[@StefDigs]

Thank you! Seeya there, can’t wait! 😄

[@nelsondaniel1738]

I think you are great and love your videos. I told you before I have learned a lot from you 👍

[@StefDigs]

Thank you so much! I’m always elated when I hear that my channel teaches others - but you know that! 😊

[@ChristianThomas-wf5dl]

Stef, you do you and above all, keep your integrity intact. It hurts to find out who your friends are and aren't. I recently had a small adventure that had the same result as you. What doesn't kill you only makes you stronger, my dear. The video with quarter hoarder was great, and it's so nice to see Nic as well. Did Patrick go? Be well young lady, you are one of the best because you keep it real.

[@StefDigs]

Thank you for the kind words! Felt a lot better just putting that out in the open so that I could move on. Doing much better now! 🤘🏻

[@summererlandson6080]

I enjoy your knowledge and commitment to Mine-labs products. I am most impressed by the way handled the situation with “your friends” . You took they high road. I ,as a follower of your channel trust your information and trust your knowledge.I am very pleased that mine-lab chose you to release the pin-pointer. I am happy for what you have achieved.

[@StefDigs]

Thank you so much! I’m truly honored to be a Minelab Detexpert, and having been chosen to release the video was an incredible experience that I’ll never forget! 😄

[@granddad-mv5ef]

Wow. Not only didn't I know, I had no suspicion. And it is a shame. About 6 years ago, a man began a channel detecting in the immediate area of Pa where I grew up. Apparently, no one had ever detected in those areas because he was digging coins like crazy. Unfortunately, he was not a skilled videographer and every upload a couple of people(?) would really rag on him. So, he did what I would probably do. Now I fully expect that you will be the better person in this, put it behind you and continue on. Note that I did not say forgive and forget. If it was possible, I would come to Mass just to meet you and shake your hand. I, along with several others, believe you to be an incredible digger. And will continue to watch everything you upload. Love your channel, THANK YOU!

[@StefDigs]

Thank you so much for the kind words! I’m never giving up, I’m here for good! 😊 I’ll always take breaks from time to time, but KZbin has been a great platform to chat with other diggers and share my own digs, so I’ll never leave.

[@PatrioticUSAmerican]

Good stuff Stef. Just ordered a 15" to try out on my new Elite. Can't wait. 😊

[@StefDigs]

@@PatrioticUSAmerican right on! Enjoy! 😊

[@PatrioticUSAmerican]

@@StefDigs - Thx. 🙂

[@oldpelon]

Nice hunt thanks for sharing

[@StefDigs]

Thanks for watching! 😊

[@wicked_digger]

Nice hunt Stef! Dandy buttons are awesome, I sure could go for one of those 🤣 has been a bit. It's definitely important to take a break, I recently did as well and still on the tail end of it. It's never good to get burnt out for you, the content, and the viewers! Success in anything always brings jealousy and the truth out from others, unfortunately. You just keep being you because you're a great person and so many people enjoy your content and personality! I didn't think I'd make the DFA hunt because of work, but my boss is trying to get it so I can be off that day. We have a yearly mandatory physical inventory in the store that day. He's working the schedule for me 👍 I will most likely be there also! Can't wait. Wicked happy hunting ✌️

[@StefDigs]

Thanks Chris! Really appreciate your comment, my friend. Yes, breaks are absolutely necessary! I have a lot of respect for the larger content creators who support themselves with videos and absolutely need to post 1 or more a week, that’s exhausting haha. That’s awesome that you can probably make it to DFA8! I’ll be stoked to see you! 🤘🏻

[@PinkPowerAllyTreasureHunter]

YOU GO GIRL AND F THE REST!! Keeping doing the passion that we love and stay true to YOU!! Glad you included it. GO MANTI GO!! I named mine "Betty Beast"!!

[@StefDigs]

Thanks Ally! Hope to see you soon, too! Don't forget what Laurie told you to do. ;-) We're pulling for you, my friend! And you are WANTED!

[@PinkPowerAllyTreasureHunter]

@@StefDigs I did *wink 🤩 thinking… See you at Joe DeMarco’s memorial hunt in Oct?

[@StefDigs]

@@PinkPowerAllyTreasureHunter I wish! I really wanted to go to that one, but our fearless leader can’t make it and I’m a wee bit broke at the moment, lol. Long Live Joe! ❤️ He was an awesome, awesome guy.

[@TheCoffeeBushKid]

Gday Stef. Congrats on the croatal bell. Beautiful patina. Congrats to on your milestone with the 40. I saw your video and when I went to work the next day and they had arrived and I bought one. Great bit of kit. We both sell Minelab equipment. Nothing wrong with being acknowledged by the manufacturer. Well done you. I am really pleased for you. Regards Andrew 🦘🦘😁👍

[@StefDigs]

Thanks Andrew! The 40 is definitely an improvement over the 35, I was honored to help release it along with my pal Relic Dirtyhands! I didn’t mention her in the video because I didn’t want to drag anybody else into my rant, lol. Minelab’s the best - couldn’t be happier to be with them! 🤘🏻

[@YshedigzzzAlabama]

Your content is always fun to watch and learn. ✌️👍 Haters are gonna hate. Facts are, to me, @Stef Digs is the Queen of relics! MIC 🎤 DROP....

[@StefDigs]

Thank you so much! Haha, yes, there will always be haters… but there will also always be me! 😊 Now that I’ve gotten it out of my system, it’s full steam ahead!

[@mikethompson2360]

I seldom comment on youtube videos even though I watch a lot of them. I do "like" but not comment. In your case may I say I really enjoy your content and don't let the negatives bring you down. You are a great spokesman for Minelab. Continue what you do as you do it well. Cheers!

[@StefDigs]

Thank you so much, Mike! I’m absolutely thrilled to be with Minelab, and getting this monkey off my back through a quick rant is just what the doctor ordered. Onward and upward!

[@OhioMetalMaven]

Sorry that you experienced that, but you are doing the best thing by letting the universe handle it. Keep going! I’m proud as hell of you and I don’t even know you on a personal basis 😂 Beautiful patina on that crotal bell by the way. Can’t wait to watch your Manticore vids. ✌🏼❤️😊🍀

[@StefDigs]

Thank you so much! Yes, I’m a firm believer that the universe will handle it. 😊 More Manticore videos, coming right up! 😁

[@valerieloeffler6174]

I truly appreciate you and love your videos. Shake it off and keep doing what you do. Try not to hang on to the resentments. They'll eat you up. 😊

[@StefDigs]

Thank you! I was truly able to let it all go by doing this video. I hadn’t expected to include a synopsis of what’s been going on, but yesterday I decided that it would help me move on - and it has! 😊

[@atsavageriver]

Hi Stef ,sorry I missed the significance of the product release you did because I would have sent a congratulatory message. Huge belated congratulations . Now to put a detecting twist on an old saying. True friends are like the perfect relic, precious and rare. False friends are like pull tabs, found everywhere. I suppose in hind sight you at least got to dump some pull tabs from your friend collection as painful as that no doubt was. Love your work, love your energy and enthusiasm and am always happy to see a new video from Stef Digs. 🤗 Please continue to be you and do what you do!

[@StefDigs]

Thank you so much for the kind words! I like that analogy quite a bit, I think I’ll start using that! 😁

[@show-metreasure3438]

Steph, i really enjoy your hunts, you make some amazing finds! Hang in there, keep on keeping on, dont let the trolls and fake friends get you down! Have fun at your upcoming event! I was lucky enough to meet Quarter Hoarder and Dogtag Doug last year at am event in Arkansas, i would be happy to meet you as well if the chance came around!

[@StefDigs]

Thank you so much! Oh, they’re the best - can’t wait to see them in a few weeks! If you’re ever at a big event in the Northeast, there’s a good chance I’ll be there, especially if Minelab is present. 😊

[@jryaklin]

Another great video Stef. Sorry about what you’re going through, I always watch your vids because I enjoy your content. I myself haven’t swung a coil since before the pandemic, work was crazy, and I never had time, and million other excuses. I’m not much of a commenter other than “ great video or great find or huge congrats “..I’m excited for you and your accomplishments and you’re very deserving of your milestones. Some folks just won’t be happy for your success, it’s too much for their own ego to be happy for someone else, especially a woman. Keeping digging and doing what you love, I look forward to your weekly videos and wish you all the success and more milestones that are coming your way! ✌🏼, Jill

[@StefDigs]

Thank you for the kind words, Jill! It’s all too true that there are people out there who simply can’t be happy for others. I didn’t bring up the female aspect of it all in my rant, but… that’s definitely part of it (at least for some people). I’ll continue to work hard to prove that women absolutely belong in this hobby! 🤘🏻

[@brunfree]

Well done Stef I love your videos and I love how you have passion for hunting, you inspire me. If you ever come to Australia there’s a beach I’m happy to share hunting with you. I find that the men that detect are so competitive but us gals aren’t and we just want to have fun and enjoy it. Im a sister from another mister I love you and keep hunting ❤️👍

[@StefDigs]

Thank you for the kind words! I really would love to make it to Australia one of these days - home office is in Adelaide. 😊 I have to say, I can be competitive… but I don’t have an ego like some of the guys out there, lol. I’ve always said: “if you have an ego for swinging a beep stick, you need to seek professional help.” 😆

[@brightpurpleviking]

Oh my goodness I had no clue about how special the event was to promote the new equipment! I see a lot of you tube videos that promote this or that product so I assumed it was just a promotion. I’m sorry I didn’t comment a congratulations….so, a hearty Congratulations!! And I’ve been in similar, but not as amazing, situations. I wrote and published a book about how to get through having a kid with cancer. I still have close friends and family that have never read the book, and my typically mean mother who told me she never will. The journey through getting my daughter to the other side of medical hell sure did expose who the “real” friends and family are… so there is a silver lining. That response you got has the same silver lining. It exposed more than coins and buckles…it exposed your “best and closest.” See it as a good thing. I know I did and saved myself a lot of wasted time with truly shitty people.

[@StefDigs]

Oh no, no need to apologize! That was aimed at people I talk to and hunt with on a regular basis, those were the ones who shocked me, honestly. Yes, this was a true release video - I had a 10 hour lead over Minelab to release the first video on the Pro-Find 40. Unbeknownst to me, they had 2 other Detexperts release a video as well (one of whom is a great friend), but it was still just as incredible as can be! And wow - I can’t imagine what it’s like to have a child with cancer, and it may be even tougher for me to understand why family members and friends won’t read the book! That’s just insane - and I know you can appreciate that silver lining of “thinning the herd” as much as I can, perhaps even more so because your struggle was far greater than this bump in the road was for me. It’s definitely showed me who the most genuine and loving friends are, and from now on, those are the people I’ll always be there for! 🤘🏻

[@historyhunter3332]

Great video and finds ! congratulations !! : ) and I feel bad that you had to go through this. Keep doing what you're doing, I believe you can accomplish anything you put your heart into! Keep having fun finding treasures and I'll keep having fun watching you find amazing treasures @--,--'---

[@StefDigs]

Thank you! I’m definitely going to keep moving forward - never giving up is what brought me success in the first place, can’t stop now! Appreciate the kind words. 😊

[@craziedigging4590]

Hey Stef. Love this video. Keep up the great work. The only one you have to make happy is you. And you do a great job at this. Hang in there you have alot of support from other people. Just seen the highlight when you helped Jason and Dog Tag Duog pick the winner of a Quarter Hoarder Hat. Looking forward to catching up on your next few videos. Take Care and God Bless

[@StefDigs]

Thank you! Been smooth sailing since I posted this video - just had to get it off my chest! I’ll be in another QH video in a few weeks when Jason drops his version of the big hunt we went to. Always a great time when him and Doug are in town!

[@craziedigging4590]

That is awesome.

[@gillessibilleau8461]

I really enjoy your content Stef. Keep it up. An admirer from Canada. Be proud of yourself and know there is always people who cannot see the good in others.

[@StefDigs]

Thank you! It’s very true. From now on, I won’t be giving toxic people the time of day, that’s for sure!

[@freedomdiggersmetaldetecti8964]

Sometimes I'm surprised at who I don't hear from in my journey growing a Facebook group & KZbin channel. It hurts like hell, but I keep my eyes on the reason I'm doing it. Not looking for fame or fortune! Keep doing what you do best. Seems there's a big hole in KZbin for 900 users. I might just have to fill it...

[@StefDigs]

Do it! I’ve had a lot of interest in 900 videos, but I do prefer the Manticore so that’s primarily what I’ve been filming with over the last few months. Although I will say, I feel bad for my dusty 900. I may need to take it out again soon with the 6” coil to hunt some streams I’ve been eyeing!

[@dispatched.]

Cool finds are cool finds, I liked the car also lol. Expectations is a dirty little word, I`ll leave it at that. 💯

[@StefDigs]

Thank you! Lol, when I took the finds home, sure as anything Nic appreciated the toy car the most - she loves finding toys, hah! And yes, expectations can always be met with disappointment if the expectations are too high. I didn’t think acknowledgment from friends I hunt with was too much to ask, but alas, I was proven wrong. Oh well - moving onward and upward! 🤘🏻

[@bulletbob5102]

You’re awesome! Don’t let people get you down. Put it in God’s hands and move on. I really enjoy and look forward to your videos and finds! Have a great day!

[@StefDigs]

Thank you so much! I’ve definitely moved on now - being able to just spill for a few minutes helped a lot!

[@digginhistoryoncapecod7506]

Well done vid and very nice finds! The haters, screw 'em, life's too short.

[@StefDigs]

Indeed it is too short! They’ve clearly got issues I can’t understand.

[@elisabethcole2571]

I'm so sorry to hear what you went through! I think we've all experienced those types of people and it's good when they show their true colors so you can stop wasting energy on them. You do an amazing job and I hope you're able to shake off their negativity quickly. The hunt in September sounds amazing, if it were two days I'd definitely fly out. Take care of yourself!! ❤❤❤❤

[@StefDigs]

Thanks, Elisabeth! It does make it easier to stop giving some people energy, you’re absolutely correct. Took a little while to digest what happened, but I feel a lot better now. Wish you could make the hunt! That’s a heck of a flight, though! 😆

[@MarkS-gm3sf]

You remind me of Chrono from Chrono Trigger...and Cloud Strife.

[@StefDigs]

Haha! It’s funny, I’ve styled my hair like this since I was 17. I had never watched Anime then, and I still haven’t at 38. 😆 Chrono’s a better comparison than the “Goku” comments I get from time to time - and yes, I had to look up Chrono, lol.

[@MarkS-gm3sf]

@@StefDigs Gee...I didn't know they had a Chrono Trigger anime...you taught me something.

[@JrzyRaeDigs]

haters are gonna hate and jealousy tends to reveal the true nature of people we think are friends. Take a line from Taylor Swift...brush it off, brush it off...let them fall by the wayside. You have only one trajectory and that is forward! It hurts, sure it does. You're human and possess a heart. Heal and win by continuing to be the awesomely real person you are!!

[@StefDigs]

Thanks Rachael! Really appreciate that. This video was absolutely my way of moving on, and it’s helped tremendously! Onward and upward!

[@diannestuckmeyer6128]

Yay first comment finally! Love the he video. I will address the naysayers in a day or so. Thx for what you do!

[@StefDigs]

Thanks for watching - and for all of the continued support! 😊

[@diannestuckmeyer6128]

Ok, I couldn’t wait to say this later, so here it comes. My husband is a commercial vegetable grower. Wanting to do something on the farm instead of working somewhere else, I opened a four season shop. I grow tons of flowers (annual and perennial) sell homegrown produce, have a gigantic fall display of pumpkins mums etc, and then in winter hundreds of Christmas trees and wreaths n greenery. My best customers(who I’m continually thankful for) aren’t my friends. Its regular people that are drawn to us. My best of friends come to my shop two to three times a year if I’m lucky. I depend on others. I think what you do is fantastic. Truly. When I’m bored, I rewatch the episode where you found your GW. I’ll never find one in illinois! But, what I’m getting at is even though I work seven days a week at trying to continually build my business up, my very best friends are basically a no show. So get used to it, and we’ll be thankful for the ones that support us, right? Your passion for detecting shines through. Your emotions come through! Your expertise is the bright spot. Do you! That’s what I religiously come back for. Remember no farting haha

[@Jllcountry5118]

Shake it off like your doing. Always like yourself for taking the high road. That’s in every business and layers of life you go thru there will be Jealousy /competition selfish people. A lot of people are happy for other people but a lot aren’t. You go girl!!! Just keep climbing the ladder like your doing! Beep on past them. Lol 👍 nice finds.

[@StefDigs]

Thanks Jennifer! 😊 Felt good to just get it off my chest and let it go - feeling back to 100% now! 💪🏻😄

[@dondtektor8537]

OMG. I thought this was just me. In my local detecting club, I will post my finds and I can always tell from the lack of responses, they are not happy with my finds.

[@StefDigs]

Oh no way! It’s SUCH a rampant problem in the community. I’ll admit that it was tough for me when I first started to always be happy for everybody’s finds (mostly because for the first year, I couldn’t find a copper, while others would find them just a few feet from me, hah!). The community would do well to congratulate others’ achievements and remember that their time will always come around if they put in the same effort. That’s what I always keep in mind when I’m in a slump!

[@gregoryjacquart5550]

Small minded people should never set you back on your heels. Stay the course Stef and excel in your chosen field. It is good that those folks showed their true colors to you. Consider it detecting out the trash to find the true treasures. What do you do when you find can slaw, screws, or any junk? You put it in your trash bag and move on. Put them in your trash bag and move on. Not worth your time or energy. Happy for you that you got to do this release and reached a milestone for yourself. Happy hunting and Happy life.

[@StefDigs]

Thank you! All great points - putting this out there was my way of letting it go. If something, even as unnecessary as it is, causes me grief, talking through it washes it away. And so it has! Into the trash, they go! 😊

[@GetThatTreasure]

You’re easily one of my favorite creators and I’m super glad you exist. The world is awash with fake friends and it always will be. I thought your review was really good although I think the product needs rechargeable batteries and wireless compatibility. You’re a treasure legend and I appreciate the hard work you put in to your videos. With that said, I’m sure in the future you’ll get many more opportunities to help release new products because you’re just that good. You’re one of the best representatives of this hobby.

[@StefDigs]

Now you’re making me tear up, lol! 😂 Thank you so much, I really appreciate the kind words! Sometimes, people don’t understand the fine line between trolling and leaving constructive criticism on the product at hand. You left a totally appropriate comment on that video and I respect your opinion 100%! I think some people seemed to forget that I’m not an engineer, lol. I had to delete personal attacks, but I left all negative comments because hey, it’s KZbin and opinions are allowed. 😊 Thanks again for the kind words, really, really appreciate that!

[@justinadams543]

My 15 inch coil from Minelab doesn’t have any depth on my 900. I have to be right on top of the target for it to pick it up. What am I doing wrong?

[@StefDigs]

Hmm, that’s bizarre! Here are a few ways I would trouble shoot it: First, I would do a factory reset of the machine (write down your settings first if need be, this is a hard reset). To do so, while your machine is off, hold down the power button for about 8 seconds until you hear a weird beep and see “FP” on the screen, then release your finger from the button. Minelab doesn’t state that it is necessary to perform a factory reset when swapping coils, but I like to do it for good measure. You will need to re-pair your headphones when you do this. Second, if you notice no change, check your recovery speed and sensitivity. Naturally, if your recovery speed is on 8, you won’t be getting too much depth. And in terms of sensitivity, I think we’ve all done that move where we turn it way down if we stop to talk to a buddy in the field and forget to turn it back up… at least, I’ve definitely done that. 😂 Let me know how you make out!

[@justinadams543]

@@StefDigs definitely tried the factory reset already. I threw a ring on the ground and if I’m 3 inches or above the target, no VDI or tones from the machine. Recovery speed is 4.

[@StefDigs]

@@justinadams543 that’s really odd - do you have access to another Equinox to try the coil with? If it does the same thing with another Equinox, you know you’ve got a bad coil and will need to contact customer care to have it replaced if it’s under warranty. If it works fine on another Equinox, then something is up with the 900 and it’ll need to be serviced. So, I would give that a shot, because it’ll give Minelab some great info right off the bat when you contact them about the issue. I can’t put an email address in here properly or KZbin will delete it, but the email for Minelab (most efficient way to reach them) is: service @ minelabamericas . com - just omit the spaces, obviously. Good luck!

[@dwightpickens2895]

Stef we LOVE YOU and your videos, and as for the naysayers,they are jealous jealousy is a awful 😖 spirit.

[@StefDigs]

Thank you! Yeah, haters will keep hating, but it won’t stop me! 🤘🏻

[@centralpametaldetectorist289]

That’s nuts. Anybody who is a true friend will want you to succeed. I mean anybody who does that kind of thing is a cringy human…. As long as your proud of yourself that’s all that matters. People come and go throughout your life! Do you Stef! As long as your happy with what your doing that’s ultimately all that matters…

[@StefDigs]

I agree on the cringe factor, 100%! I was shocked at that, truly. I’m very happy with what I’m doing and I’m excited for the future - gonna keep on going! 🤘🏻

[@brendamiller9455]

Maybe they should concentrate on making their vids fun and informative like yours or maybe they just cant. Craig Miller

[@StefDigs]

I agree, Craig! I feel like most trolls don’t have the mental capacity to make videos… just a theory, lol. Thanks for watching!

[@historyunderyourfeet931]

I hate that happened to you. It makes me angry and sad that people are so pathetically jealous and unprofessional. You make great content, and you sold me the machine I ever had, after answering emails, and talking to me on the phone. I greatly appreciate you for what you do. It's one thing we can get get a little jealous over a friends awesome find, but your still happy for them. It's another to be a jerk! Steph- just keep on doing what you do- your awesome!

[@StefDigs]

Thank you! Appreciate the kind words! It really is pretty wild that some people are always in the background ready to rain on someone’s parade, but being able to have the soapbox for a moment and make the statement that I did has already been helping SO much. Thanks for listening! 😊