Serious Detecting 51 in Padded Metal Detector Carry Bag

The Serious Detecting All-Purpose Padded Carry Bag accommodates most mid-size and full-size metal detectors up to 51 inches in assembled length. Detectors with collapsible or telescoping stems fit easily without disassembly. The 16-inch width allows you to store the detector body alongside two or three coils, and the 10-inch height provides clearance for control boxes with mounted armrests. If you run a detector with an extended stem configuration or oversized coil, measure your setup before ordering to confirm the 51-inch length works for your gear. Compare lengths across our padded metal detector carry bags.

The Serious Detecting carry bag holds a detector plus two to three coils depending on coil diameter. The interior securing strips keep each item from shifting during transport. Detectorists carrying four or more coils for a multi-day trip may need to pack coils in a separate bag or use a larger case. The exterior pocket adds space for a pinpointer, headphones, or small digging tool without crowding the main compartment. See more storage options in our Serious Detecting carry bags and pouches collection.

The Serious Detecting carry bag uses padded walls designed for vehicle transport and storage. The padding protects control boxes and LCD screens from minor impacts when the bag is stacked with other gear in a car trunk or stored in a closet. Detectorists flying with their equipment should consider packing the detector in a hard-shell case for airline handling. The soft construction and full-zip design make this bag well suited for road trips, day hunts, and home storage. Hard and soft options are in our metal detector bags, cases, pouches and covers collection.

The main compartment of the Serious Detecting carry bag holds a detector and coils with limited remaining space for small tools. The 51-inch length and 16-inch width provide the primary storage dimensions for your gear. The exterior pocket provides a better storage spot for a pinpointer, small trowel, or finds pouch, keeping those items accessible without opening the main zipper. Detectorists carrying large digging tools or long-handled scoops typically strap them to the outside of the bag or transport them separately. For more packing strategies, visit our metal detecting tips and FAQs page.

The Serious Detecting carry bag is equipped with carry handles that are double-stitched at the attachment points to support the weight of a detector plus multiple coils. The handle length allows you to carry the bag at your side or grip it with both hands for heavier loads. The bag's design is optimized for hand carry and vehicle transport. Detectorists who prefer shoulder carry for longer walks from the parking area to the hunt site may need to add an aftermarket strap with clips that attach to the handle loops. For a shoulder-carry option, see our metal detector bags and backpacks.

The Serious Detecting carry bag measures 51 inches long by 16 inches wide. The 51-inch length is a fixed dimension and cannot compress below that length when the detector is inside. SUVs and hatchbacks provide more vertical clearance, allowing you to stand the bag upright or stack it with other gear. Measure your vehicle's trunk or cargo area to confirm the bag will fit your available space before ordering. Compare sizes across our padded metal detector carry bags.

The interior securing strips are fabric straps sewn to the inside walls of the Serious Detecting carry bag, designed to hold the detector body and coils in place during transport. You position your detector along one side of the bag, then secure the strips around the stem or control box to prevent the detector from shifting when the bag is lifted or moved. Coils nest beside the detector, and additional strips secure the coil cables to keep them from tangling. Check our Serious Detecting finds pouches, carry bags, sheaths, and starter kits collection for other storage options with different securing systems.

The Serious Detecting carry bag is constructed from fabric with padded walls and features rugged double-stitched construction. Detectorists returning from beach hunts or wet-field sessions should shake out loose sand and debris before storing the bag. For surface dirt or mud, wipe down the interior and exterior panels to prevent grit from embedding in the fabric weave. Allow the bag to air-dry fully open before storing your detector inside to maintain the integrity of the padding and fabric. More cleaning and care advice is on our metal detecting tips and FAQs page.

The Serious Detecting All-Purpose Padded Carry Bag is currently available in one size with a 51-inch length, which accommodates most mid-size and full-size detectors with standard stem configurations. For detectors that run longer than 51 inches collapsed, we also carry the Minelab 54 in Padded Carry Bag, which is sized for large detectors such as the GPZ 7000. Compare lengths and layouts across our padded metal detector carry bags.