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The Minelab Pro-Find 35 is a waterproof pinpointer with ferrous tone ID, adjustable sensitivity, and a lost alarm, bundled with a Serious Detecting black security lanyard for added retention in wet-sand and river hunts. Equinox, X-Terra, and Vanquish owners working trashy parks and saltwater beaches need a pinpointer that separates ferrous junk from nonferrous targets in the hole, and the Pro-Find 35's dual-tone response delivers that discrimination without forcing the detectorist to pull the coil back over every signal. The included lanyard keeps the pinpointer tethered during fast-paced surf hunts where a dropped tool disappears in seconds.
What's Included with the Pro-Find 35 Bundle
- Minelab Pro-Find 35 pinpointer
- Serious Detecting black security lanyard for pinpointer
- Woven belt holster
- Factory lanyard
- 9V PP3 battery
- Multi-language instructions
Why Minelab Detector Owners Reach for the Pro-Find 35
- Ferrous tone ID separates iron trash from nonferrous targets in the hole, cutting recovery time in parks littered with nails and bottle caps where non-discriminating detectors flag every ferrous signal.
- Waterproof to 10 feet for confident wet-sand and shallow-water pinpointing on saltwater beaches and river hunts, pairing naturally with waterproof Equinox and Manticore detectors.
- Five adjustable sensitivity levels let you dial back response in hot ground or turn it up for deeper targets in clean soil, matching the pinpointer's reach to the detector's depth.
- Lost alarm and high-visibility yellow handgrip reduce the risk of leaving the pinpointer behind after a dig, a common failure point during long sessions when fatigue sets in.
- Audio and vibration indication intensify as the probe nears the target, enabling underwater recovery where audio alone would be inaudible and making the Pro-Find 35 one of the more versatile waterproof pinpointers for mixed-environment hunting.
Faster Target Recovery in Trashy Park Sites
Parks with decades of foot traffic accumulate ferrous trash at every depth, and a pinpointer without discrimination forces the detectorist to extract every nail and bottle cap to confirm the detector's signal. The Pro-Find 35's ferrous tone ID emits a low tone for iron and a high tone for nonferrous metals, letting you identify pull-tabs and aluminum foil in the hole without digging them out. We've used the Pro-Find 35 alongside non-discriminating all-metal detectors in urban parks where iron density is high, and the dual-tone response cuts recovery time by half compared to single-tone pinpointers that treat every target identically. Adjust sensitivity with the separate plus and minus buttons to balance depth against ground noise. Start at mid-level sensitivity in moderately mineralized soil, then increase one level at a time until the pinpointer chatters on ground minerals or nearby targets. If you're hunting a site where targets cluster tightly, drop sensitivity two levels to isolate individual coins in a spill without the pinpointer lighting up on adjacent signals. Our pinpointer comparison guide covers the tradeoffs between ferrous tone ID and all-metal sensitivity for different site types.
Wet-Sand Stability on Saltwater Beaches
Saltwater beaches demand waterproof construction and stable operation in conductive wet sand, and the Pro-Find 35's 10-foot waterproof rating handles surf-zone pinpointing and shallow-water wading without hesitation. The vibration indicator becomes critical underwater where wave noise drowns out audio tones, and the Pro-Find 35's vibration intensifies as the probe approaches the target, giving tactile feedback through neoprene gloves in cold water. We run the Pro-Find 35 in the wet sand alongside the Equinox 800 and Manticore, and the pinpointer's sensitivity adjustment compensates for saltwater conductivity by letting you reduce gain until false signals stop. The included Serious Detecting lanyard clips to the pinpointer's lanyard loop and secures to your belt or detector harness, preventing loss when a wave knocks the pinpointer out of your hand during a scoop recovery. The bright yellow handgrip stays visible in murky water and low-light dawn hunts, and the lost alarm activates after five minutes of inactivity, emitting a loud beep if you set the pinpointer down and walk away.
How it compares to other Minelab pinpointers
| Feature | Pro-Find 40 | Pro-Find 35 |
|---|---|---|
| Waterproof Rating | Waterproof (depth not specified) | 10ft (3m) |
| Ferrous Tone ID | Yes | Yes |
| Sensitivity Levels | 5 levels | 5 levels |
| Lost Alarm | Yes | Yes |
| Detection Depth Advantage | 10% deeper than Pro-Find 35 | Standard depth |
| Handgrip Color | Red | Yellow |
Specifications
- Waterproof Rating: 10ft (3m)
- Target Identification: Ferrous Tone ID (dual-tone response)
- Sensitivity Levels: 5 adjustable levels
- Indication: Audio tones and vibration
- Lost Alarm: Yes (activates after 5 minutes of inactivity)
- Battery: 9V PP3 (included)
- Handgrip Color: Yellow (high visibility)
- Included Accessories: Belt holster, factory lanyard, Serious Detecting black security lanyard
- Warranty: Manufacturer warranty (contact Serious Detecting for details)
Why Buy from Serious Detecting
Serious Detecting is an authorized Minelab dealer, and every Pro-Find 35 ships with the manufacturer warranty and access to Minelab's technical support network. Our team runs Minelab pinpointers in the field alongside Equinox and Manticore detectors, and we stock the Pro-Find series because the ferrous tone ID and waterproof construction match the demands of mixed-terrain hunting. Free shipping on all orders, 30-day returns, and price-match guarantee. If you need a pinpointer for a Father's Day gift, check our Father's Day extras collection for bundled accessories.
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