This is the start of my 45th. year of metal detecting. It's been very ejoyable so far. Don't plan on quiting anytime soon. I have made a lot of very nice finds along the way, but the best part were the folks I have met and have had the pleasure to call my friends. It's great to help someone get started in this hobby, and see their eyes full of excitment when they dig up their first silver coin or gold ring. <: