Treasure Coast Metal Detectors

What Treasure Coast Metal Detectors does

Treasure Coast Metal Detectors (legal name: Treasure Coast Detectors) is a privately held, owner-operated retail dealer of metal detecting equipment and related accessories, headquartered in Jensen Beach, Florida. The company sells metal detectors, search coils, headphones, pinpointers, sand scoops, batteries/chargers, digging tools, gold panning supplies, and bundled detector packages as an authorized dealer for four major manufacturers: Minelab, Nokta Makro, XP, and OKM. Its product catalog spans entry-level detectors priced from roughly $249 up to professional-grade 3D ground scanners priced at $39,990, with the breadth of inventory structured to serve hobbyist, semi-professional, and professional use cases.

The business operates an omnichannel model combining a Shopify-powered e-commerce storefront with nationwide shipping (free on orders $99+) and a by-appointment local sales and hands-on training location in Jensen Beach. Customer acquisition is driven through a multi-platform organic marketing presence on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, X, and Pinterest, supplemented by an email newsletter with a 5% Minelab discount. Sales are supported by inside-sales consultation via phone and text, leveraging the owner Garry Mueller's 15-plus years and thousands of hours of hands-on metal detecting field experience as a value-added differentiator versus mass-market and online-only resellers.

Revenue is generated through one-time hardware sales (no subscription model), with bundled packages priced at a discount to individual components to lift average order value. The company does not develop its own technology, hold patents, or maintain a proprietary software platform; it is positioned as a specialized distribution and consultation layer on top of branded metal detector hardware. Customer segments include beach and water treasure hunters along the U.S. Southeast coast, gold prospectors, relic and coin hunters, professional deep-target hunters using 3D scanners, and a smaller security screening vertical.

Name

Treasure Coast Metal Detectors

Legal name

Treasure Coast Detectors

Website

https://treasurecoastmetaldetectors.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Treasure Coast Metal Detectors is a privately held, owner-operated authorized dealer of metal detectors, search coils, headphones, accessories, and bundled packages from Minelab, Nokta Makro, XP, and OKM, selling to hobbyist, gold-prospecting, and professional treasure-hunting customers via a Shopify e-commerce storefront with nationwide shipping and by-appointment local sales in Jensen Beach, Florida.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Retail - Metal Detectors & Treasure Hunting Equipment

NAICS

Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers (459)

akta.pro primary industry

Hunting Accessories & Field Gear Retail (Calls, Decoys, Blinds, Game Cameras) (CRAMAKAE)

Keywords

• Metal detectors retail
• Gold prospecting equipment
• Treasure hunting gear
• Underwater metal detectors
• Detecting accessories

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Metal Detector Hardware Sales: One-time sales of metal detectors and accessories. The company operates as an authorized dealer for Minelab, Nokta, XP, and OKM brands, generating revenue through direct product sales to consumers via e-commerce and by-appointment local sales.
2. Accessories and Add-ons: Sales of complementary products including search coils, headphones, sand scoops, pinpointers, bags/cases, batteries/chargers, and digging tools for metal detectors.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Treasure Coast Metal Detectors is an authorized specialty retailer selling metal detectors, gold prospecting equipment, and detecting accessories from Minelab, Nokta Makro, XP, and OKM. The company operates a Shopify e-commerce storefront with nationwide shipping, supplemented by by-appointment local sales and hands-on training at its Jensen Beach, Florida location, where owner Garry Mueller provides personalized product selection and setup guidance based on 15+ years of hands-on detecting experience.

Product overview

Treasure Coast Metal Detectors is an authorized retailer of metal detectors and detecting equipment, offering a comprehensive portfolio of products across four major detector brands (Minelab, Nokta Makro, XP, and OKM) along with branded accessories including search coils, headphones, field gear, and complete bundled packages. The business operates as a specialty dealer providing both products and expert consultation services, with products ranging from entry-level beach detectors ($249) to professional-grade 3D ground scanners ($39,990). The portfolio includes multi-frequency waterproof detectors for beach/saltwater use, high-frequency gold prospectors, wireless lightweight detectors, and advanced imaging systems for deep underground scanning.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Minelab Metal Detectors Authorized retail of Minelab brand metal detectors featuring Multi-IQ multi-frequency technology, covering entry-level hobby units through flagship waterproof Manticore and professional gold detectors. Targeted at hobbyist beach hunters, gold prospectors, and relic hunters seeking manufacturer-warranted Minelab products.
• Nokta Makro Metal Detectors Authorized retail of Nokta Makro brand metal detectors offering value-oriented pricing from entry-level Simplex to professional 3D imaging detectors, targeted at price-conscious hobbyists and professional users.
• XP Metal Detectors Authorized retail of XP brand lightweight, wireless metal detectors including Deus II (FMF multi-frequency, waterproof to 66 feet), ORX, ICON and ICON X (new FMF waterproof detectors), Xtreme Hunter deep-seeking detector, and MI-6 pinpointer with wireless connectivity. Targeted at users who prioritize wireless, lightweight, multi-frequency designs.
• OKM Advanced 3D Ground Scanners Authorized retail of OKM professional-grade 3D ground scanning systems and metal detectors for deep target detection, ranging from $3,490 (Pulse Nova) to $39,990 (eXp 7000 Professional Plus). Targeted at advanced hobbyists and semi-professional treasure hunters needing deep-detection and underground structure imaging.
• Search Coils Retail of replacement and upgrade search coils compatible with Minelab, Nokta Makro, and XP detectors. Targeted at detector owners seeking to swap stock coils for different sizes or specialized applications such as gold prospecting or relic hunting.
• Metal Detector Headphones Retail of audio accessories including waterproof and wireless headphones from Minelab, Nokta Makro, XP, Gray Ghost, DetectorPro, and Thresher. Targeted at detectorists needing waterproof audio for beach/subaqua detecting or wireless connectivity for land hunting.
• Field Gear & Accessories Retail of essential field detecting accessories including sand scoops, harnesses, bags/cases/backpacks, chargers/batteries, pinpointers, and digging tools from brands such as CKG, Nokta, and Motley. Targeted at active detectorists needing functional field gear for beach, water, and land detecting.
• Gold Panning & Testing Equipment Retail of specialty gold testing and panning supplies targeted at gold prospectors seeking complementary equipment to use alongside gold detectors.
• Waterproof & Scuba Detectors Retail of underwater detecting equipment including waterproof metal detectors and scuba-specific detectors for shallow water and deep diving hunting. Targeted at divers and serious underwater treasure hunters.
• Security Detectors Retail of handheld security metal detectors including Nokta NMS20 and NMS30 for checkpoint and security screening applications. Targeted at security professionals, event operators, and facility security staff.
• Detector Bundles Pre-configured detector packages combining Minelab Manticore, Equinox 900/700, X-TERRA ELITE, and Nokta Legend detectors with selected coils, headphones, pinpointers, and carry bags at bundled discount pricing. Targeted at new and upgrading detectorists seeking a complete ready-to-hunt kit.

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MinelabcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer status for Minelab metal detectors including Manticore, Equinox, Vanquish, Gold Monster, CTX, SDC, GPX, and GPZ series. Full manufacturer warranty on all products. Primary brand focus with extensive inventory and expert product knowledge.
• Nokta (Nokta Makro)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Nokta Makro metal detectors including Legend, Simplex, Score, Impact, Invenio, and Deephunter series. Carries full product line from entry-level Simplex to professional-grade 3D imaging detectors.
• XP Metal DetectorscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for XP products including Deus II, ORX, and full accessory lineup. Expert knowledge of XP's wireless multi-frequency technology and lightweight detector designs.
• OKM (Optical-Kinetic-Messtechnik)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for OKM 3D ground scanners and metal detectors including eXp 7000, Fusion, Rover, GeoSeeker, and Pulse Nova. Specialized in advanced deep-detection equipment for professional treasure hunters.
• Accessory Manufacturers (Gray Ghost, DetectorPro, Thresher, Koss)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCarries third-party accessories including Gray Ghost, DetectorPro, Thresher headphones and various manufacturer-branded coils, batteries, and digging tools from accessory manufacturers.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• REI: Cooperative outdoor retailer carrying a curated selection of metal detectors and accessories. Comparable as a broad incumbent whose outdoor enthusiast customer base overlaps with Treasure Coast's beach and field detecting segments.
• Bass Pro Shops: National outdoor recreation retailer carrying metal detectors, gold panning, and outdoor hobby gear. Comparable as a broad incumbent with overlapping hobbyist customer base and physical store footprint.
• First Texas Products (Bounty Hunter, Fisher, Teknetics): US metal detector manufacturer owning the Bounty Hunter, Fisher, and Teknetics brands. Comparable as a broader incumbent offering competing metal detector lines that overlap with Treasure Coast's catalog.
• Garrett Metal Detectors: Major metal detector manufacturer offering hobbyist and security detector lines sold both direct and via dealers. Comparable as an incumbent whose products compete with Treasure Coast's branded inventory.
• Amazon: Mass-market e-commerce platform listing all major metal detector brands and accessories. Comparable as the broad incumbent Treasure Coast must differentiate against on price and commodity SKUs.
• White's Electronics: Established US metal detector manufacturer with deep legacy in the hobby market. Comparable as a brand incumbent whose products are sometimes resold by similar specialty dealers.

Direct peers

• Kellyco Metal Detectors: Largest US multi-brand metal detector retailer, also an authorized dealer for Minelab and other major brands. Directly comparable as an online and phone-based metal detector specialist competing for the same hobbyist buyer.
• Detector Electronics Corp: Authorized multi-brand metal detector retailer with online storefront and customer service focus. Directly comparable as a competing specialty dealer targeting hobbyist and professional detectorists.
• MetalDetector.com: Long-running online metal detector retailer carrying multiple major brands and accessories. Directly comparable in product mix, e-commerce-led GTM, and target hobbyist customer base.
• Big Boy Hobbies Metal Detectors: Online metal detector retailer carrying top brands plus accessories and gear. Comparable multi-brand specialty e-commerce retailer serving the same hobbyist segment.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/MetalTreasure
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCLIYAUgyg02vFNxohNyILIQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/TreasureCoastMinelab
• Instagraminstagram.com/treasure_coast_metaldetectors
• Pinterestpinterest.com/treasurecoastmetaldetectors/_created

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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