{"product":{"id":8289712701724,"title":"RTG Pro Aluminum 47\" Mini Water Scoop for Beach and Shallow Water Detecting","body_html":"\u003cp\u003eThe RTG Pro Mini Aluminum Water Scoop is a 47-inch lightweight sand scoop built for beach and shallow water target recovery. Weighing 3 pounds, the scoop features a 5-inch diameter by 9-inch long aluminum bucket with 9\/16-inch punched holes for rapid sand drainage, a 40-inch handle welded at a 20-degree angle for foot-assisted digging, and an orange rubber hand grip. Beach detectorists working wet sand and surf zones reach for the Pro Mini when they need a tool that balances reach, strength, and portability across multi-hour sessions. The angled handle lets you apply foot pressure without bending, and the perforated bucket clears sand in seconds so you can move to the next target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included with the RTG Pro Mini Aluminum Water Scoop\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRTG Pro Mini 47-inch aluminum water scoop with 20-degree angled handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrange rubber hand grip (color may vary)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinforced aluminum brace for structural support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Beach Detectorists Reach for the RTG Pro Mini\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-pound weight reduces arm fatigue during extended surf-zone sessions while maintaining the reach and bucket capacity for efficient target recovery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 20-degree angled handle and reinforced brace let you drive the scoop into wet sand using foot pressure, saving energy on deep plugs and shell-packed layers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerforated aluminum construction drains sand in seconds and resists saltwater corrosion across repeated beach hunts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForty-seven-inch overall length provides comfortable upright digging without excessive weight, ideal for detectorists who cover wide beach stretches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare the fixed-handle Pro Mini to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/products\/rtg-pro-mini-travel-47-aluminum-water-scoop-with-rubber-hand-grip\"\u003etwo-piece travel version\u003c\/a\u003e if you prioritize packability for destination hunts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAluminum Bucket and Angled Handle Construction for Wet Sand Digging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pro Mini's 5-inch diameter by 9-inch long bucket is punched with 9\/16-inch holes on the sides and back, clearing wet sand and shell fragments in two to three shakes. The 1-1\/4-inch diameter aluminum handle is welded at a 20-degree angle to the bucket, positioning the scoop for foot-assisted pressure when you encounter compacted layers or shell beds. A reinforced aluminum brace connects the handle to the bucket, distributing load across the weld point so the scoop holds up to repeated foot strikes. The orange rubber hand grip reduces hand fatigue during long sessions, and the rust-resistant aluminum construction tolerates saltwater exposure without pitting. Detectorists working tidal zones and surf lines will find the Pro Mini's geometry and weight suited to upright digging without the bulk of heavier scoops. Our team runs the Pro Mini on wet sand hunts where targets sit in the top 12 inches and portability matters as much as durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beach and shallow water detectorists who prioritize lightweight portability and need a scoop that handles wet sand and surf-zone recovery without excessive weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLess ideal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep-water wading or shell-packed conditions where a stainless steel tip or heavier-duty scoop provides better cutting power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/files\/RTG-_0004_733_Scoop_Side_View_One_Straight_ISO_Full_Res.jpg?v=1780516430\" alt=\"RTG Pro aluminum water scoop with perforated head, white shaft, orange grip handle\"\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Compares to Other RTG Sand Scoops\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RTG Pro Mini sits between the compact Supreme adjustable scoop and the heavier-duty stainless-tip models. The table below compares bucket dimensions, handle configuration, and weight across four \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/collections\/scoops-diving-tools\"\u003esand scoops for metal detecting\u003c\/a\u003e in the RTG catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/products\/rtg-supreme-metal-detector-sand-scoop-for-beach-metal-detecting-702\"\u003eRTG Supreme\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/products\/rtg-straight-handle-aluminum-sand-scoop-for-metal-detecting\"\u003eRTG Straight Handle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRTG Pro Mini\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/products\/rtg-pro-mini-travel-47-aluminum-water-scoop-with-rubber-hand-grip\"\u003eRTG Pro Mini Travel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBucket Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5in diameter, 16-gauge steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5in x 7in aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5in x 9in aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5in x 9in aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable 9in to 41in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36in straight fixed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40in angled 20° fixed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40in angled 20° two-piece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.65 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.2–4.35 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9in to 41in adjustable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e41in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e47in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e47in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/files\/RTG-733_basket_Inline.jpg?v=1780516430\" alt=\"Metal detecting scoop with perforated aluminum basket shown from side and front angles\"\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBucket Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5in diameter x 9in long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerforation Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\/16in punched holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-1\/4in aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20° welded angle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 lbs (1.36kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rust-resistant aluminum construction with rubber hand grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90-day limited warranty against manufacturing defects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/files\/RTG-_0005_733_Scoop_Angle_Right_ISO_Full_Res.jpg?v=1780516430\" alt=\"RTG Pro aluminum water scoop with orange handle and perforated metal basket head\"\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\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 Reilly's Treasured Gold (RTG) dealer\u003c\/a\u003e, and every Pro Mini scoop ships with the manufacturer's 90-day limited warranty against defects. Our team uses RTG scoops on beach hunts and can answer questions about bucket geometry, handle angles, and travel configurations. Free shipping applies to all orders, and our 30-day return policy covers scoops that don't fit your digging style. 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