RTG 28-Inch Long Handle Stainless Steel Beach Sand Scoop for Dry Sand Detecting

The RTG 28-inch stainless steel sand scoop is designed exclusively for dry sand hunting and is not suitable for shallow water or surf use. The scoop is engineered for above-waterline recovery where sand drains freely, not for environments where wave pressure and suspended sand require different basket engineering. Detectorists working the wet sand or surf zone should consider RTG's Pro Aluminum 6x11 water scoop, which has a larger basket and angled handle designed for foot-push entry into wet sand.

The RTG 28-inch scoop has a 5-inch diameter basket, matching the basket size of RTG's adjustable aluminum and straight-handle aluminum models. This 5-inch diameter provides enough capacity to clear a typical dry-sand plug in two or three scoops while keeping the total weight under four pounds for swing comfort across long beach sessions. RTG's Pro Aluminum 6x11 water scoop has a larger 6-inch diameter basket for higher-volume recovery in wet sand and shallow water, but that larger basket increases the scoop's weight to four pounds and changes the handle angle for foot-push use.

The fixed 28-inch handle eliminates the joint flex and eventual loosening common in adjustable-length scoops, delivering rigid sifting control when you're working compacted dry sand or digging deep targets. RTG welds the 3/4-inch stainless steel handle directly to the basket with no multi-position joints, so the scoop maintains consistent rigidity across hundreds of hunts without developing wobble. Detectorists who prioritize travel compactness over maximum rigidity may prefer RTG's adjustable aluminum scoop, which collapses from 32 inches to 26 inches but weighs only 1.25 pounds and uses an anodized aluminum handle instead of stainless steel.

The 304 non-magnetic stainless steel construction prevents the scoop from interfering with your detector's electromagnetic field when the basket is near the coil during target recovery. Magnetic metals can trigger false signals or mask a faint target response when you're pinpointing shallow coins or jewelry in tight spaces, and non-magnetic stainless steel eliminates that interference. This is a practical advantage over carbon steel or magnetic stainless steel scoops that can confuse your detector's audio when you set the scoop down close to the search coil. For more guidance on recovery tools and field technique, see our metal detecting tips and FAQs.

The RTG 28-inch stainless steel sand scoop weighs under four pounds, balancing durability with swing comfort for detectorists who walk miles of beach per outing. The 16-gauge stainless steel basket and 3/4-inch stainless steel handle provide corrosion resistance and rigidity without the heft of thicker-gauge construction. Detectorists prioritizing minimum weight over maximum corrosion resistance may prefer RTG's adjustable aluminum scoop, which weighs 1.25 pounds but uses anodized aluminum for the handle and basket instead of stainless steel.

The RTG 28-inch stainless steel scoop has a 33-inch overall length from handle top to basket bottom, reducing the amount of bending required to reach targets in dry sand compared to shorter-handled scoops. The 28-inch handle length is a middle ground between RTG's 26-32 inch adjustable model and the 36-inch straight-handle aluminum scoop, providing enough reach to minimize back strain without the bulk of a 40-inch or longer handle. Taller detectorists working deep dry-sand targets may prefer RTG's 36-inch straight-handle aluminum scoop for additional reach.

The rubber hand grip on the 3/4-inch stainless steel handle maintains secure hold even when your hands are sandy or damp from ocean spray drifting inland during dry-sand hunts. The grip reduces palm fatigue and improves control in hot sun or after hours of repeated scooping, a practical edge during long beach sessions. The rubber grip provides comfort and control across multiple seasons of regular use, helping you maintain consistent sifting technique during extended hunts. Browse the full range of RTG recovery tools at scoops and diving tools.