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The Garrett Axiom 11" x 7" DD-FC search coil is a waterproof Double-D accessory built for Axiom pulse-induction detector owners prospecting in mineralized ground where small gold targets demand tighter coverage than the stock coil provides. Axiom operators working trashy patches or bedrock crevices where nuggets cluster close together gain better target separation from this semi-elliptical geometry without sacrificing the depth advantage of pulse-induction technology. The DD-FC (Double-D Focused Core) design delivers detection performance that exceeds traditional mono coils on tiny nuggets, letting you isolate individual targets in ground that would mask them under a larger footprint.
What's Included with the Garrett Axiom 11" x 7" DD Coil
- Garrett Axiom 11" x 7" DD-FC search coil
- Protective coil cover
Why Garrett Axiom Owners Reach for the 11" x 7" DD Coil
- Tighter target separation in trashy gold patches: the 11" x 7" semi-elliptical footprint isolates individual nuggets where the stock coil would blend adjacent targets into a single signal.
- Focused Core technology boosts sensitivity on sub-gram nuggets: the DD-FC construction concentrates the electromagnetic field for stronger response on tiny gold that larger mono coils miss.
- Waterproof construction supports wet-ground prospecting: run the coil through creek beds and flooded washes without worrying about seal integrity.
- Included coil cover protects against rock abrasion: the durable cover ships in the box, extending coil life in harsh bedrock environments.
- Lighter swing weight reduces fatigue on all-day hunts: the smaller profile cuts arm strain compared to the 16" x 14" DD coil when you're working tight terrain.
Better Nugget Isolation in Concentrated Gold Patches
Trashy Bedrock Crevices Where Targets Cluster
Bedrock crevices trap gold in tight clusters, often with iron trash mixed in. The 11" x 7" footprint lets Axiom operators sweep narrow gaps between boulders and resolve individual nugget signals that a larger coil would mask as a single broad response. The DD-FC technology maintains pulse-induction depth advantage while tightening the detection field, so you can pinpoint each target without digging the entire crevice. Prospectors working known producer patches where multiple small nuggets sit within inches of each other see the separation benefit immediately.
Shallow Placer Deposits with High Trash Density
Old placer workings often carry a mix of sub-gram nuggets and ferrous debris from historic mining operations. The 11" x 7" coil's semi-elliptical shape covers ground efficiently while rejecting adjacent trash signals that would overwhelm a round mono coil. Axiom owners running this DD coil in shallow diggings recover more small gold per hour because they can isolate keeper targets from bottle caps and wire fragments without constant false signals. The Focused Core design maintains sensitivity on tiny nuggets even as you work through layers of mineralized overburden.
How it compares to other Garrett Axiom coils
| Feature | 13" x 11" DD | 16" x 14" DD | 11" x 7" DD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coil Size | 13in x 11in (33cm x 28cm) | 16in x 14in (41cm x 36cm) | 11in x 7in (28cm x 18cm) |
| Shape | Semi Elliptical | Semi Elliptical | Semi Elliptical |
| Coil Type | Double D | Double D | Double D with Focused Core |
| Waterproof | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Includes Cover | Not specified | Not specified | Yes |
Specifications
- Compatibility: Garrett Axiom
- Coil Size: 11in x 7in (28cm x 18cm)
- Shape: Semi Elliptical
- Coil Type: Double D with Focused Core (DD-FC)
- Waterproof: Yes
- Construction: Durable plastic
- Included Accessories: Coil cover
- Country of Manufacture: USA
- Warranty: Manufacturer warranty
Why Buy from Serious Detecting
We are an authorized Garrett dealer, so your 11" x 7" DD coil ships with full manufacturer warranty coverage and access to Garrett's specialized customer support and technical service facility in the United States. Our team runs the Garrett Axiom metal detector – gold prospecting PI detector in mineralized ground and can answer practical questions about coil selection for your target sites. Every order over $100 ships free, and our 30-day return policy lets you test the coil in your own hunting conditions. We also offer a price-match guarantee, so you get the best value on genuine Garrett accessories backed by domestic service.
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