Like looking for lost treasure? There's no need to break the bank for a high-end metal detector — just dig through your junk drawer! In this video tutorial, KipKay shows you how to make a metal detector from a calculator, an AM or FM radio, a standard CD case, and some velcro. That's it. Your very own metal detector.
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14 Comments
haha very good, but you should of did instructions for a handle or something. also interesting fact at the end :)
Handle? Just place the gizmo in a shopping bag with a long strap handle....sorted.. excellent idea and fun to make...
lol i think hes reading the manual from the MAKE magazine :p
possibly, since he's on make's tv show
What is the science behind this?
Super cool thing, and tried to function perfectly!
Looks good, will try later
omg kip kay is now on how cast
#$%@ing cool trick
I really find this site very interesting ... & innovative
what is velcro??? and do i need to use this?
Don't know what velcro is? You must have been sleeping the past 20 years-LOL
going to try this
Cute idea will have my son make one!
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