Fisher F44 Metal Detector with 11-Inch DD Waterproof Coil

The Fisher F44 is a 7.69 kHz VLF metal detector with a weatherproof control housing, an 11-inch DD waterproof coil, and both computerized and manual ground balance. Five preset modes let coin shooters and relic hunters work parks, fields, and dry beach sand without constantly adjusting discrimination. It sits above the entry-level F22 by adding ground balance and adjustable iron audio, which makes it a strong value for anyone stepping up from a beginner machine. It is a well-rounded VLF metal detector for coins, jewelry, and relics at a mid-tier price.

What's included

• Fisher F44 detector with weatherproof control housing and 11-inch DD waterproof coil
• Two AA alkaline batteries
• Two Fisher manufacturer warranty

Why detectorists choose the F44

• Ground balance for real dirt. Ground Grab computerized balancing tracks changing mineralization, and manual mode fine-tunes hot ground like red clay and caliche where auto tracking overshoots.
• Fe-Tone iron audio. Silence iron entirely, let it chirp low, or run it full to map nail scatter before you dig a trashy site.
• Target ID three ways. A 9-segment visual scale, a numeric 1 to 99 readout, and 4-tone audio all identify a target before your digger goes in the ground.
• Bigger DD coil. The 11-inch DD covers more ground per sweep than the F22's 9-inch and separates good targets from trash in tight spots.
• Light and long-running. 2.3 lbs, an adjustable 44 to 52 inch shaft, and 25 to 30 hours on two AA batteries.

Where the F44 performs best

Parks and lawns with heavy iron

Ground Grab plus manual balance tracks soil shifts across a park without losing depth on coin-sized targets, and Fe-Tone lets you silence rusty nails and bottle caps or map iron density before digging. The 11-inch DD coil pulls good targets out of tight spaces between trash.

Dry beach and the wet-sand line

The weatherproof control box and sealed coil connector handle spray and rinse-down at the dry-sand line, and ground balance stays locked on wet sand that would false a detector without tracking. Keep the control housing above the waterline, since the F44 is weatherproof rather than fully submersible.

Farm fields and old homesteads

Manual ground balance fine-tunes response in red clay, caliche, and hot soil, while the numeric target ID and 9-segment scale identify a target twice before you dig. Pinpoint mode with a depth indicator pulls targets into a tight X faster than swinging in motion mode.

Fisher F44 compared with the F-Series

The F44 sits between the entry F22 and the faster-processing F75 in Fisher's VLF lineup.

Short version: choose the F44 when you want ground balance and iron control at a mid price. Step up to the F75 for faster processing and more depth, or start with the F22 if you want the simplest entry machine.

Specifications

• Operating frequency: 7.69 kHz
• Coil: 11" DD waterproof
• Weight: 2.3 lbs (1.04 kg)
• Shaft length: 44 to 52 inches (112 to 132 cm), adjustable
• Battery: 2 AA alkaline, 25 to 30 hours
• Target ID: 9-segment visual plus numeric 1 to 99
• Audio: 4-tone ID plus adjustable iron audio (Fe-Tone)
• Ground balance: Ground Grab computerized plus manual
• Detect modes: 5 (Jewelry, Coin, Artifact, Custom, All Metal)
• Sensitivity levels: 20
• Water rating: Coil and lower shaft waterproof, control housing weatherproof (not submersible)
• Country of manufacture: USA (Texas)
• Warranty: Two years

Why buy from Serious Detecting

As an authorized Fisher dealer, every F44 ships with an authentic serial number and the full Two-year Fisher warranty backed by Fisher's US support. We carry the full Fisher lineup and stock replacement coils, so you can add an 8-inch coil or step up to the F75 without switching brands. Our team has run the F44 in mineralized Arizona caliche and wet Pacific Northwest topsoil, so we can help with setup and discrimination. Free shipping, 30-day returns, and a price-match guarantee.