Detecting belts

[Bluecurrant]

Im looking at upgrading my worn out jug cord detecting belt for a more functional belt. What brands are out there and what attachments for the belt do you use. Thanks.

 

[ctxkid]

my tool belt , 20 bucks at bunning

 

[mudgee hunter]

I'll send you a good one mate. Scored one off a tradi from the mines out here. Im Sure it has the backing around it, helps distribute the weight. Then just go to a good hardware shop and buy any extra pouches you like to put on it. Pm sent

 

[mudgee hunter]

Missing the stubby holder ctxkid!!! Gee is it hidden on the back!

 

[ctxkid]

It has been updated since then with a 'water bottle' holder on the left O

 

[limpalot]

Maybe an insulated bladder, for the grape water. :Y:

 

[mudgee hunter]

WATER! yeah I've heard of that stuff once in a home brew recipe !

 

[RichterScale]

I'm using an army belt from Assie Disposals. Easy to hang stuff off and the hip stick fits nicely on it. Think from memory I saw Johnathan Porter wearing one. Works for me. Bought a cheap hammer holster that hangs nicely of the belt for my pick.

 

[Goldpick]

I suppose it all depends on whether you are prospecting, coin shooting or relic hunting as to what belt would be suitable. I like to keep things to a bare minimum, so that just means a cheapy KMart "leather" belt, M-i6 pinpointer on one side, and a large black ammo dump pouch on the other side for my Predator digger and finds. I have tried using larger army webbing type belts, though after a heavy session of finds they usually end up around my ankles. Guess I just prefer to have a belt small enough to thread through my jeans belt loops to keep everything in place.

If I get off the beaten track, rather than add extra gear to my belt, I'll just take a small backpack with an internal Camelbak water bladder.

 

[Heatho]

I carry a bucket for treasure detecting on the beaches and in parks, I put my pinpointer and other recovery tools in the bucket and toss any coins and rubbish in the bucket, all the jewellery goes in my pocket.

I like the bucket as it means I can pick up and carry larger rubbish with me such as plastic bottles and other crap people leave on the beaches.

I find belts a bit fiddly with everything hanging off them, especially when I'm moving fast.

 

[mudgee hunter]

you can have this one if you like it mate

 

[mudgee hunter]

 

[Bluecurrant]

Thanks mudgee hunter. Looks like what i need. The bush up is pretty thick. I lost my bunnings pick a while back because of a old belt. Its still out there and to me its not worth the effort going back in that spot looking for it. Thanks for the adivice and ideas. i sent you a pm mh about payment to.

 

[mudgee hunter]

Freebie mate. Oooh maybe the first schooner in a shout. Our paths will cross oneday.
check out the claw hammer clips at a hardware shop, I keep my pick in one, over my left butt cheek so it doesn't foul when I walk etc.
The support backing on theses belts is good for weight spread and not pulling your pants down. Lol.
Hope it belts you up!

 

[mudgee hunter]

Mailed today mate. :Y:

 

[Bluecurrant]

I dont know what else to say, but thank you mudgee hunter. First nugget i find is yours. :Y:

 

[mudgee hunter]

No mate, a beer is fine. Only cost $13 to mail it, and it didnt cost me anything. :Y:

 

[BigDog59]

Purchased an army belt only to find too small for some people.Made enquiries and found that Aussie Disposals carry webbing and buckles to make your own.Good value

 

[MichoAndrew]

Hi lads,

Has anyone made up setup using a makita belt.

 

[bhogg]

Hi lads,

Has anyone made up setup using a makita belt.

https://www.prospectingaustralia.com/forum/img/member-images/15544/1561514220_makita_belt.jpg

Hi Micho

It looks nice and thick and supportive.
Be interesting to know how easy it is to add the extras needed!!!.