Garrett 14" Sifter & Classifier for 5 Gallon Bucket

The Garrett 14-inch Sifter & Classifier is a 1/2-inch mesh screen tool designed to fit standard 5-gallon buckets for wet or dry gold prospecting. Prospectors working placer deposits need to separate pay dirt from larger debris before panning, and this sifter drops the fines while catching rocks, roots, and oversize material in the green plastic frame. The 1/2-inch square exit holes strike a balance between throughput and retention, small enough to catch most gravel but large enough to process material quickly in the field. The green frame color provides high contrast against gold flakes and black sand, making it easier to spot targets during classification.

Why Prospectors Reach for the Garrett 14" Sifter

• 5-gallon bucket compatibility: The 14-inch diameter sits securely on standard 5-gallon buckets without slipping, so you can classify material directly into your panning bucket without a separate stand.
• Wet and dry versatility: The plastic construction and open mesh design work equally well in creekside wet classification and dry desert prospecting, so one tool covers both environments.
• High-contrast green frame: The bright green plastic makes gold flakes and small relics visible against the screen, reducing the chance you'll miss a target during the classification step.
• 1/2-inch mesh for balanced throughput: The square exit holes are large enough to process material quickly but small enough to retain most gravel, so you're not re-running oversize rocks through your pan.

Plastic Frame Construction for Field Durability

The sifter uses a molded plastic frame with a 1/2-inch square wire mesh insert. The plastic rim is rigid enough to support the weight of wet gravel without flexing, and the open mesh allows water to flow through during wet classification. The green color is a deliberate choice, it provides visual contrast against both gold and black sand, making it easier to spot fine targets on the screen surface. Prospectors working in rocky creeks or desert washes benefit from the plastic's resistance to rust and corrosion, and the frame cleans easily after each session. Browse our full gold prospecting equipment catalog for complementary tools.

Specifications

• Diameter: 14 inches
• Mesh Size: 1/2-inch square exit holes
• Bucket Compatibility: Standard 5-gallon buckets
• Frame Material: Green molded plastic
• Use Conditions: Wet and dry classification
• Country of Manufacture: USA
• Warranty: Manufacturer warranty

Why Buy from Serious Detecting

Serious Detecting is an authorized Garrett dealer, so your sifter is backed by the manufacturer warranty and our team's field experience with Garrett metal detectors and prospecting tools. We offer free shipping on qualifying orders, a 30-day return policy, and price-match guarantee. Our staff has used classifiers in both wet placer and dry wash environments, and we're available to answer questions about mesh size selection and bucket setup.