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The Nokta Score SMF is a waterproof multi-frequency metal detector that delivers simultaneous multi-frequency (SMF) performance with three preset hunt modes and IP68 submersion rating to 16 feet. Designed for detectorists who want multi-frequency capability without complex menu systems, the Score bridges the gap between simple single-frequency machines and feature-heavy platforms that require hours of study. Beach hunters, park coin shooters, and field relic hunters get genuine multi-frequency target separation and depth without the learning curve.
What's Included with the Nokta Score SMF
- Nokta Score SMF metal detector with 9.5" x 6" DD waterproof search coil and protective cover
- Nokta premium digger
- Universal carry bag
- Camo finds pouch
- Embroidered hat
- USB charging cable
- User manual
Simultaneous Multi-Frequency Detection in Wet Salt and Mineralized Ground
The Score's SMF technology transmits multiple frequencies at once, giving you better target separation in trashy sites and stable operation in mineralized soil where single-frequency detectors struggle. Multi-frequency detection pulls deeper signals on small gold jewelry and delivers cleaner target IDs when iron and foil clutter the ground. You're not choosing a frequency and hoping it's the right one for the target in front of you; the detector is working every frequency simultaneously.
Beach and Saltwater
The dedicated Beach mode handles wet salt without the false signals that plague single-frequency machines in surf conditions. IP68 waterproof rating means the entire detector, control housing included, survives full submersion to 16 feet. Hunt the wet sand line where gold rings and silver coins collect after storms, wade into shallow surf for dropped jewelry, or detect along creek banks and riverbanks after rain. The built-in LED flashlight and vibration alerts let you keep detecting when visibility drops at dusk or in murky water.
Parks and Lawns
Park mode balances sensitivity and discrimination for coin and jewelry hunting in maintained turf. The 60-segment target ID scale with harmonic audio tones gives you enough resolution to separate a silver dime from a pulltab two inches away. Multi-frequency operation improves target recovery speed in high-trash tot lots and picnic areas where single-frequency detectors mask good targets under iron. Hunters working older parks where silver coins sit 6 to 8 inches deep appreciate the extra depth SMF provides on high-conductivity targets.
Farm Fields and Old Homesteads
Field mode opens up sensitivity for relic hunting in open ground and plowed fields. The 9.5" x 6" DD coil covers ground efficiently while maintaining enough target separation to pull individual buttons and bullets from iron-choked homestead sites. Multi-frequency stability in mineralized soil means you're not constantly retuning ground balance as you move from red clay to black loam. Detectorists hunting colonial sites and Civil War camps get cleaner signals on deep brass and copper relics that single-frequency machines report as questionable targets.
Lightweight Ergonomics and All-Day Runtime for Long Field Sessions
- No wrist fatigue on long hunts: at 2.7 pounds fully assembled, the Score is light enough for four-hour park sessions and all-day relic hunts without arm strain that heavier detectors cause.
- 12-hour rechargeable battery: USB charging eliminates the cost and hassle of buying alkaline batteries every few hunts, and the runtime covers weekend trips without a recharge.
- Turn-on-and-go simplicity: three hunt modes (Field, Park, Beach) cover every detecting situation, no manual required, no preset juggling, no multi-step ground balance routines.
- Night and low-visibility detection: built-in LED flashlight illuminates the ground and your digging area after dark, vibration alerts let you feel target signals when you can't hear audio in wind or surf.
- Complete waterproof protection: IP68 rating for full submersion to 16 feet means you detect in rain, wade creeks, hunt surf zones, rinse mud off the housing, and never worry about moisture damage.
Specifications
- Frequency: Simultaneous Multi-Frequency (SMF)
- Search Coil: 9.5" x 6" DD waterproof with protective cover included
- Weight: 2.7 lbs (1.25 kg)
- Waterproof Rating: IP68 (submersible to 16ft / 5m)
- Battery Life: Up to 12 hours, USB rechargeable
- Target ID: 60 segments with harmonic audio tones
- Detection Modes: Field, Park, Beach
- Display: Backlit LCD with battery indicator and depth gauge
- Audio: Built-in speaker, 3.5mm headphone jack, vibration alerts
- Additional Features: Built-in LED flashlight
- Warranty: 3-year manufacturer warranty
Why Buy from Serious Detecting
As an authorized Nokta dealer, we ship every Score SMF with the full 3-year manufacturer warranty and direct access to Nokta's technical support team. Our staff has field-tested the Nokta Score series in wet sand, mineralized soil, and trashy park sites, so we can answer setup questions and help you get the most from the detector's multi-frequency capability. Every order ships free within the continental United States, and our 30-day return policy and price-match guarantee give you confidence in your purchase. Hunters looking to compare multi-frequency platforms across brands can explore our full selection of metal detectors $200 to $400 or check out our coin-shooting picks for side-by-side feature breakdowns.
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