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The Minelab Pro-Find 20 is a splash-proof pinpointer with audio and vibration indication, designed for detectorists who need fast target recovery in holes where a coil won't fit. Equinox and X-Terra owners working trashy parks or wet sand benefit from the Pro-Find 20's Detector Interference Free (DIF) technology, which eliminates false signals when the pinpointer is switched off. This bundle includes a black security lanyard for retention during long hunt days, a belt holster for quick access, and the Pro-Find 20 pinpointer itself.
What's Included with the Pro-Find 20 Bundle
- Minelab Pro-Find 20 pinpointer
- Serious Detecting black security lanyard for pinpointer retention
- Belt holster for quick attachment to any belt
- Multi-language instructions
Why Minelab Detector Owners Reach for the Pro-Find 20
- Dual-mode indication: audio tones intensify as the probe approaches the target, while vibration response lets you feel the signal even when audio is turned off, critical for underwater recovery or windy conditions where sound is unreliable.
- DIF technology eliminates interference with your operating detector when the pinpointer is switched off, preventing the false signals and noise common with other pinpointer metal detectors that disrupt target identification.
- Splash-proof design handles rainy conditions and wet grass without failure, making it a reliable companion for waterproof detectors like the Equinox series when you're working shorelines or damp soil.
- Lost-alarm feature sounds after a period of inactive use, so you can locate your forgotten pinpointer in tall grass or leaf litter before you leave the site, a field-proven retention feature that saves replacement costs.
- High-visibility body and included holster keep the Pro-Find 20 at the ready on your belt, reducing the time between target signal and recovery in high-target-density sites where speed matters.
Faster Recovery in Trashy Park Sites and Wet Sand
The Pro-Find 20's audio and vibration response system delivers faster target pinpointing than visual-only recovery methods, which matters when you're working a park tot lot with fifty pull-tabs per square foot or a beach towel line where coins and jewelry sit inches apart. The splash-proof construction tolerates wet sand spray and rain without signal drift, and the 30-hour battery life on a single 9-volt alkaline means you won't lose power mid-hunt during a weekend trip.
Park and Tot Lot Recovery
In trashy parks where your detector signals every two feet, the Pro-Find 20 narrows the search cone from an 8-inch coil footprint to a 1-inch probe tip, cutting plug size and recovery time. The audio tone intensifies as you approach the target, and the vibration response confirms proximity when wind or traffic noise drowns out the speaker. Pair the Pro-Find 20 with any Minelab pinpointer workflow for consistent results across Equinox, X-Terra, and Vanquish detector families.
Wet-Sand and Shoreline Pinpointing
The splash-proof rating handles wave spray and rain, though the Pro-Find 20 is not submersible, use it for damp sand recovery and shallow water edge work, not full immersion. The vibration mode is essential when surf noise masks audio tones, and the lost-alarm prevents you from leaving the pinpointer behind when a wave buries it in sand. For deeper water work, consider the waterproof Pro-Find 35 or Pro-Find 40 models.
How it compares to other Minelab pinpointers
| Feature | Pro-Find 35 | Pro-Find 40 | Pro-Find 20 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterproof Rating | 10ft (3m) | Waterproof (depth not specified) | Splash-proof |
| Ferrous Tone ID | Yes | Yes | No |
| Sensitivity Adjustment | 5 levels | 5 levels | Fixed |
| Weight | Not specified | Not specified | 6.82oz (193.5g) |
| Battery Life | Not specified | Not specified | 30 hours (alkaline) |
| Lost Alarm | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Specifications
- Length: 9.3in (237mm)
- Diameter: 1.6in (41mm) base, 0.8in (20mm) probe
- Weight: 6.82oz (193.5g) with battery
- Battery: 9-volt PP3 (not included)
- Battery Life: 30 hours nominal (alkaline)
- Waterproof Rating: Splash-proof
- Technology: DIF (Detector Interference Free)
- Indication: Audio and vibration
- Warranty: 24 months
Why Buy from Serious Detecting
Serious Detecting is an authorized Minelab dealer, so your Pro-Find 20 carries the full 24-month manufacturer warranty. Our team runs Minelab pinpointers in the field alongside Equinox and X-Terra detectors, and we stock the Pro-Find series for same-day shipping. Every order includes free shipping, a 30-day return window, and our price-match guarantee. If you're comparing pointer-tip pinpointers or need guidance on splash-proof versus fully waterproof models, our customer-care team has firsthand experience with each Pro-Find model and can help you match the right pinpointer to your detector and hunting environment. For a detailed comparison across the Pro-Find lineup, see our pinpointer picks.
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