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The TerraX Gold Pan Set gives you two essential sizes for any gold prospecting trip — a 10" pan for testing deposits and a larger 14" pan for processing bulk material efficiently.
Key Features
- Two versatile sizes: 10" pan with 2 ridges for fine work, 14" pan with 3 ridges plus water guide for bulk processing
- Superior gold retention: Strategic ridge design traps fine gold particles like a sluice box
- Lightweight construction: Heavy-duty plastic weighs significantly less than metal pans for easier transport
- Rust-proof durability: Impact-resistant plastic won't corrode in wet conditions
- High contrast visibility: Black or green color makes gold flakes stand out during panning
- Professional depth: 2" depth on 10" pan, 2-⅝" depth on 14" pan for proper material classification
Why Plastic Beats Metal for Gold Panning
These plastic gold pans solve the main problems prospectors face with traditional metal pans. You won't deal with rust or corrosion, even after repeated exposure to water and minerals. The consistent color helps you spot gold flakes immediately — no guessing if that glint is gold or just pan reflection.
The ridge system works better than smooth metal pans too. Fine gold settles into the grooves during the swirling process, so you're less likely to lose particles when separating black sand. It's like having the capturing power of a sluice box in a portable pan.
Complete Gold Panning Tools
This two-pan combination covers most prospecting scenarios. Use the 10" pan for sampling potential spots — it's perfect for testing creek bends or checking if an area has color. When you find promising ground, switch to the 14" pan with its water guide feature for faster processing of larger amounts of material.
Both pans work well with other gold prospecting equipment like classifiers and snuffer bottles. The flexible plastic construction handles rocky creek beds without cracking, and cleanup is simple with just soap and water.
Specifications
10" Gold Pan:
• Diameter: 10 inches
• Depth: 2 inches
• Ridge count: 2
• Material: High-impact plastic
14" Gold Pan:
• Diameter: 14 inches
• Depth: 2-⅝ inches
• Ridge count: 3
• Water guide: Integrated
• Material: High-impact plastic
Available in black or green. Each pan is designed for testing deposits of heavy minerals and general gold prospecting operations.
Ready to start finding gold? Check out our gold panning guide for techniques that work with these pans, or browse more TerraX prospecting equipment to complete your kit.
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