Viking Metal Detectors

Viking Metal Detectors

Viking offers some of the best entry level metal detectors on the market at prices that are very hard to beat. If you’re looking to start metal detecting Viking is one of the best brands to start your search - if you’ll excuse the pun! Their detectors are built in the UK and are arguably some of the bestselling detectors of all time.

Viking devices can be used either inland or on the beach, so wherever you want to detect you can feel assured that your Viking detector will perform reliably - and make finds. It is often noted that Viking’s prices appear to be cheaper than the competition. However, this is not reflected by the quality of their product; they have always tried to bring value for money to their customers and continue to do so.

Why choose Viking metal detectors?

Viking’s primary aim has always been to produce quality metal detectors for the hobbyist, though for many years Viking also supplied water authorities. As Viking is totally devoted to only creating metal detectors, each of their metal detectors is created with just as much precision and care as the next.

You will see several cheaper metal detectors on the market, and they are often sold under unfamiliar names. An important thing to be aware of is that a metal detector's ability to find objects depends on the quality of the technology inside. An established brand such as Viking do not only use more sophisticated circuits, but the electronics are highly tuned to optimise performance. In addition, Viking machines have signal processing algorithms that are very effective.

Explore our range of Viking metal detectors here, and if you still have any questions about these machines then feel free to get in touch with us.

Are Viking metal detectors right for beginners?

Viking have made metal detectors for beginners and professionals alike. At Crawfords we supply the very easy to use non-motion metal detector Viking 1. A non-motion detector is manually tuned each time you switch it on, a very similar process to tuning a radio to your favourite station. From time to time, you will need to retune the detector as the signal may have drifted off tune due to changes such as the ground condition altering.

The nature of the electronics in this detector ignores small low conductivity objects such as nails and silver paper. It is operated by two simple controls, Fine Tuning and Coarse Tuning, in the same manner as the larger Viking 5 Metal Detector. Viking 5 is also a great metal detector for beginners. It has an ability to detect desirable objects in an area with either heavily mineralised ground or one littered with rusty iron, a feat that is often impossible for a detector costing many times the price.

These are great detectors, which are as advanced as some of the more expensive models - and that is probably why Viking detectors continue to be widely seen in almost all the country's metal detector clubs. To both enthusiastic newcomers and experienced detectorists, we recommend the VK series.

If you’re thinking of taking that step into treasure hunting, then explore our range of Viking detectors here, and if you still have any questions about these detectors then feel free to get in touch.

What are the key features of Viking metal detectors?

Viking machines offer a wide range of features including non-motion, simple tuning controls, built in speakers, telescopic aluminium shafts, waterproof search heads and all come with a 2-year manufacturer’s warranty.

Some of the most popular Viking metal detectors that Crawfords supply are the VK series:

1. VK10
2. VK20
3. VK30
4. VK40

The Viking VK10 Metal detector is aimed at the adult enthusiast, suitable for beginners and older children. Whereas the VK40 is built for the more professional detectorist. However, all the VK models have similar features:

●       Microprocessor controlled

●       Motion metal detecting

●       Silently searching

●       Automatic ground cancelling

●       Sensitivity control

●       Discrimination control

●       Audio battery check

●       Telescopic shaft

●       Built in loudspeaker

●       Headphone socket

●       Waterproof 20.5cm (8 • 15-20 hours use from single PP3 battery)

●       British built. 2-year guarantee

As they have so many great features available, Viking metal detectors are perfect for the beginner and the professional and everyone in between. Unearthing the rich and fascinating history of these sites is simple and easy with one of the many Viking devices we supply here at Crawfords. Explore the full range and if you have any more questions about these detectors, then feel free to get in touch.

Why choose Crawfords?

We are all detectorists at Crawfords, which means we are optimists at heart. There is so much treasure underground waiting to be discovered, and we want to help you do it.

So, why should you buy your next detector from Crawfords?

We want every detectorist out there to have the right machine for them. We are proud to say we stock the very best there is to offer when it comes to metal detectors, a huge selection of technologies and categories. Whether you’re a beginner or a professional, you are certainly going to find something that will suit you.

We also supply a large selection of accessories and books to go with your next Viking detector. From coils, bags, straps, holders, waterproof cases, batteries, chargers, covers and guides, we have it all here at Crawfords. If you need some advice, simply pick up the phone and give us a call on 01724 845608 or drop us an email at sales@crawfordsmd.com.