{"product":{"id":8289614922012,"title":"Quest Scoopal Sand Scoop with Hand Rod for Beach and Shallow Water Hunting","body_html":"\u003cp\u003eThe Quest Scoopal is a 304 stainless steel sand scoop built for beach detectorists working wet sand and shallow water. At 2 lbs 4 oz with a 10.5-inch bucket and 0.3-inch diamond-pattern holes, it balances sifting speed against target retention. The included hand rod gives you two carry modes: step-on operation for dry sand and hand-grip recovery when you're kneeling in surf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included with the Quest Scoopal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuest Scoopal sand scoop (304 stainless steel bucket, 5 inches tall, 6 inches wide, 10.5-inch bottom length)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuest hand rod for Scoopal (7.5 inches total length, orange handle, stainless steel attachment hardware)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo U-bolts for hand-rod installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Beach Hunters Reach for the Scoopal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10.5-inch bucket length covers more sand per scoop than compact 8-inch models, cutting recovery time on coins and jewelry in open beach zones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.3-inch diamond holes retain small targets (earring backs, thin chains) while sifting wet sand fast enough to keep pace with multi-target signals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand rod gives you a second carry option when you're working knee-deep water and a long handle would drag in the surf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 lbs 4 oz weight stays light enough for hour-long sessions without the fatigue penalty of heavier all-steel scoops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy-step angle on the bucket edge lets you drive the scoop into packed wet sand without bending the rim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e304 Stainless Steel Construction for Saltwater Durability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Scoopal bucket is stamped from 1.4mm 304 stainless steel, a marine-grade alloy that resists saltwater corrosion better than mild steel or aluminum. The diamond-pattern holes stay smooth and won't snag gloves or cut hands during fast scooping. The step-on angle is reinforced at the weld points to handle repeated foot pressure on hard-packed sand. When you're ready to switch to hand-rod mode, two stainless U-bolts secure the 7.5-inch rod to the bucket without requiring permanent modification. The orange polymer handle on the rod gives you a non-slip grip even when wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur team has run \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/collections\/scoops-diving-tools\"\u003esand scoops for metal detecting\u003c\/a\u003e in both Gulf Coast and Pacific surf zones, and the Scoopal's hole size sits in the sweet spot for mixed-target beaches. Smaller holes (0.25 inches) clog faster in shell hash; larger holes (0.5 inches) let thin rings slip through. The 0.3-inch pattern keeps recovery speed high without losing small gold. For more recovery strategies, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/pages\/metal-detecting-tips\"\u003emetal detecting tips and FAQs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/products\/1605103j.jpg?v=1684471041\" alt=\"Quest Scoopal sand scoop with hand rod, 304 stainless steel bucket and orange handle\"\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 304 stainless steel (bucket and attachment hardware)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBucket Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.5in bottom length x 6in width x 5in height (27cm x 15cm x 13cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHole Pattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3in diamond (7.6mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 lbs 4 oz (1 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand Rod Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5in total (19cm), 6.5in handle length (17cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.2in (3cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttachment Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two stainless U-bolts included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quest Scoopal bucket (hand rod sold as set)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Serious Detecting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerious Detecting is an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/pages\/customer-care__about-us\"\u003eauthorized Quest dealer\u003c\/a\u003e, and every Scoopal ships with the manufacturer warranty. Our team has field-tested \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/collections\/quest\"\u003eQuest metal detectors\u003c\/a\u003e and recovery tools across beach, park, and relic sites, so we can answer setup and technique questions from real experience. All orders ship free, and our 30-day return policy covers scoops that don't match your hunting style. 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