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This carbon fiber lower shaft dramatically reduces your detector's weight while maintaining maximum durability. Compatible with multiple Nokta series, it's the perfect upgrade for detectorists who want to hunt longer with less arm fatigue.
Key Benefits
Lightweight carbon fiber construction - Reduces overall detector weight for extended hunting sessions
Universal compatibility - Works with Simplex, Score, FINDX, and Legend series detectors
- Factory-style replacement. Standard length, so your detector's balance and length settings stay the same as before the damage.
- Carbon fiber. Light and stiff, and it does not rust after beach or saltwater use.
- Same mounting points. It takes the place of the original lower shaft between the middle shaft and the coil, so your existing coil carries over.
- One Nokta lower shaft, carbon fiber (part number 17000067)
- Nokta Simplex LITE
- Nokta Simplex ULTRA
- Nokta The Legend
- Nokta Score
- Nokta Double Score (Score 2)
- Nokta Triple Score (Score 3)
- Nokta FINDX
- Nokta FINDX Pro
- Nokta Legend 2 (uses its own lower shaft)
- Nokta Gold Kruzer and Kruzer (use their own lower shaft)
- This standard lower shaft (17000067): the stock length. Choose it if your detector already fits you and you only need a replacement or spare.
- Extended lower shaft (17000652): 64.5 cm (25.4 in), for taller detectorists who need more reach to keep the coil flat to the ground. Same compatibility list.
- Part number: 17000067
- Material: carbon fiber
- Length: standard (factory) length
Enhanced handling - Improved balance makes target recovery and coil control easier
Durable performance - Carbon fiber resists impacts and weather better than standard materials
Direct replacement - Simple installation with no modifications required
The Nokta 17000067 is the standard-length carbon fiber lower shaft for Nokta's Simplex, Legend, Score and FINDX detectors. It is the section between the middle shaft and the search coil, and the one that takes the knocks: dropped on rocks, stepped on, caught in brush or bent in a fall. Keep one as a spare or use it to replace a cracked or damaged lower shaft and get back to hunting at the same length your detector came with.
Who this lower shaft is for
This part is for owners of a compatible Nokta whose lower shaft is cracked, split, worn at the coil mount, or lost. It is also worth keeping a spare if you travel to hunt, since a broken lower shaft ends a trip.
If your detector is too short for you even at full extension, buy the longer version instead: the Nokta extended carbon fiber lower shaft (17000652) is 64.5 cm (25.4 in) and fits the same detectors. If you own a Nokta Legend 2 or Nokta Gold Kruzer, this part does not fit; those detectors use their own lower shafts.
What it does in the field
What is in the box
The search coil, middle shaft, upper shaft and armrest are not included.
Compatibility
Nokta lists this lower shaft as compatible with:
Older models: this shaft was originally sold for the Nokta Simplex+, and it is also listed for the Simplex BT. Both are discontinued and no longer appear on Nokta's current compatibility list.
Does not fit:
Standard or extended lower shaft?
Find shafts, armrests and other replacement parts in our metal detector parts and accessories collection, or browse everything Nokta.
Specifications
Perfect for Active Detectorists
The Nokta carbon fiber lower shaft transforms your detecting experience by significantly reducing weight without sacrificing strength. Beach hunters appreciate the corrosion resistance, while relic hunters benefit from the improved maneuverability in tight spaces around foundations and fences.
This upgrade makes a noticeable difference during multi-hour hunting sessions. The reduced weight means less strain on your arm and shoulder, letting you focus on finding targets instead of fighting fatigue. Many detectorists report they can hunt 2-3 hours longer after switching to carbon fiber.
Compatible Metal Detectors
Nokta The Legend
Nokta Simplex+ | LITE | BT | ULTRA
Nokta Score
Nokta Score 2 (Double Score)
Nokta Score 3 (Triple Score)
Nokta FINDX
Nokta FINDX Pro
Specifications
Material: Carbon Fiber
Compatibility: Multi-series design fits Nokta Simplex, Score, FINDX, and Legend detectors
Installation: Direct replacement for factory lower shaft
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Customer Questions & Expert Answers
Should I get the standard or the extended Nokta lower shaft?
Does the Nokta carbon fiber lower shaft fit the Gold Kruzer?
Can I use the carbon fiber lower shaft in saltwater?
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