/r/magnetfishing
A community dedicated to the hobby magnet fishing where everyone is welcome, wherever in the World you are. Come and ask us questions or just have a look at all of the funky stuff that we find.
Interested in the hobby? CHECK THE FAQ FIRST!
What is magnet fishing? Simply put, it's fishing with a magnet on the end of a rope instead of a hook. Instead of fish, we're looking for metallic objects; think of it as a sort of deep water metal detecting.
People drop all sorts of metallic things into the water, especially in heavily fished areas. From modern gadgets to historical item, you never know what you might come accross. These items are just sitting at the bottom, waiting for YOU to come recover them. What will you find? Share it with us here!
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Chug for blackout
02:54 UTC
Precautions?
Hi i read the info on This page ,, but wonder if you guys could give me some more tips ?
Just bought a round 4x350 n45 pure magnet. Not sure what it all means but i think this might be a nice new hobby for me .
Wil it ruin mobil phone if too close? How about transport inn car ? Kinda fear like it will be like Looney toons and the magnet will get stuck ti every metal ting i get close to .
22:25 UTC
Magnet question
What is the best magnet for £30
19:52 UTC
Making money off finds?
I found about 19 weight plates off a bridge in a town next to me and sold them for 100$ on Facebook marketplace. What’s the most money yall have made off of a find?23:48 UTC
are waders meant to protect against stinging nettles or are they meant to be waterproof?
are waders meant to protect against stinging nettles or are they meant to be waterproof? I've seen types online which boat tough nylon fabric while coated with PVC that boast waterproofness, but surely that would also protect against stinging nettles too? Or is there different gear to protect against nettles?
23:04 UTC
Any ideas what this is?
It has clearly been cut with what looks like a cutting torch. Has printing on it that says “National Accessories Co. Phila. PA.”
21:16 UTC
Trying to buy a fishing magnet from a brand, but the magnet strength doesn't seem to be shown as advertised?
Hello I'm new to magnet fishing,
I'm considering on buying a magnet for fishing from a seemingly trustworthy brand "VNDUEEY" on Amazon that has a product with great review ratings with 4 stars. Here is an Amazon link of the magnet I would like to buy: https://www.amazon.com/Fishing-1000LBS-Double-Sided-Neodymium-Protective/dp/B07TW4QQ52/
However, the recent reviews (with video evidence) seems to now be advising against purchasing this product. The reason for this is that the magnet is supposed to be advertised as "1000LBS(453KG) Double-Sided Fishing Magnet" (so basically 500lbs on either sides, right?) but according to the videos from the buyers, the magnets aren't able to maintain strong magnetic force of atleast 500LBS.
So, I am wondering if it is worth buying the product or if I should look elsewhere? If elsewhere, what are some reliable magnet fishing products that I can look for as someone that is new to magnet fishing? Thank you!
16:10 UTC
Asked To Magnet Fishing Elsewhere After We Found a Gun (We found 18 guns and 175mm Naval Payload earlier that day for context lol)
We made a 2 hour trip to meet up with some buddies of mine to hit up some bridges in Indiana when my buddy Jeff pulled up a S&W SD40VE frame with a loaded magazine! Earlier that day we found 18 other guns & a live 175mm naval shell, having the bombsquad come out. After they left, we returned to magnet fishing, pulling out a fresh pistol frame, so we called non-emergency to collect the firearm. Nothing good comes from a disassembled firearm. They couldn't find any info when they can local, not sure what came up when they ran it through national. Especially being just outside one of the toughest neighborhoods in South Bend.
Full video will be linked in the comments for those who are interested.
15:03 UTC
First find
My son found a muzzle as well for a larger gun
23:31 UTC
Two questions for magnet fishers…
First, has anyone ever magnet fished the ocean? I’m west coast and that’s the closest body of water to me.
Secondly, I’ve been searching for magnet kits on Amazon but became overwhelmed cause I just don’t know which one to buy. Some kits have some good rebuy but then someone else says the magnet is too weak and doesn’t work. Any recommendations?
Thank you for your time!
14:11 UTC
Snagged this 14k Gold Ring during last night’s meetup in Baltimore
I fish with a 360 magnet w/grappling hook attached to the I bolt. This baby was snagged by one of the hooks. I guess I should play the lottery today 😂
*I wear nitrile gloves under my other gloves to keep my hands dry/clean
12:46 UTC
Trying to decide between kratos poseidon 120mm 360 degree magnet or mega cube or 180mm beast extreme
Or mega cube or online magnets 1400kg 180mm clamp magnet beast extreme any one used any of these
10:23 UTC
Too broke for a 360° magnet
I added a magnet strip from a magsafe powerbank to this old magnet of mine as a joke, but then I got curious. Would it actually work better this way? It'd be far from as good as a proper 360 magnet, but would this at least enhance the odds of finding things.
Feel free to let me know your opinions and takes on this! I'm bored, though rather curious
21:47 UTC
Best starter magnet for 8yo
Hello, Can anyone recommend the best setup for an 8yo? (Preferably w link to Amazon or other seller.)
My son is fascinated with magnetfishing and I'd like to get him a better setup, we've mostly just used home rigs up til now.
Thanks!
14:13 UTC
Hi what is the strongest and or most powerful 360 degree magnet you've used currently got a 1600kg from online magnet thinking of supplementing it with a 1800 or 1700 a lot of money but hopefully can get the heavy stuff out also eyeing up the cube magnet but there smaller but claim to have higher r
Hi what is the strongest and or most powerful 360 degree magnet you've used currently got a 1600kg from online magnet thinking of supplementing it with a 1800 or 1700 a lot of money but hopefully can get the heavy stuff out also eyeing up the cube magnet but there smaller but claim to have higher ratings 6000lbs I think anyone got any experiences also thanks really wanting a pro super strong magnet cheers
09:53 UTC
Underwhelming 100th Gun Found
Well the 100th gun i have found magnet fishing is certainly an underwhelming one. I'll keep going and hope the 150th is a little more interesting....it would have been nice to find the barrel and slide too but maybe another day. Colt Vest Pocket .25acp
01:43 UTC
Help Purchasing a Magnet
Hello. I have never fished before but am interested. What do you wizards recommend buying. I am slightly on a budget.
22:09 UTC
Found a pistol reported stolen back in 2004; this is why it isn't a good idea to keep all gun you find in the waterways...
I went magnet fishing a very popular walking bridge for the first time in 3 years when we ended up pulling out a Taurus .38 special revolver, which we called GRPD to collect the firearm. Never a dull moment with GRPD, one of the coolest cops we've interacted with. We found out on the spot that the gun was reported missing/stolen back in 2004, we eventually were able to get in contact with the original owner (at his request to PD, they called us, we gave the ok to give him our contact info) he said it was stolen out of his truck. He hasn't gotten the pistol back yet. Not sure when he will get it back from county.
Thankfully this one was not used in a homicide, I have found 3 guns that were confirmed to be linked to homicides...
I recommend handing in more modern produced firearms (or recently dumped), however I usually bring it over to the station opposed to calling non- emergency.
19:35 UTC
The Magnet Fishing Experience...
17:21 UTC
UPS branded dolly!
Wheels still work too. Mostly made out of aluminum. Just needs a little clean up!
03:03 UTC
Strong Magnet fishing Magnet VS MUD
12:40 UTC
Found (part of) a gun! Any help identifying?
Photos are below. Some from right after I got home and another few after I knocked some of the big chunks of crud off it. I assume the handle was wood. It's all gone.
What's left looks to be the metal part of an old pistol. I'm seeing a little bit of what seems to be brass peeking out from above the trigger guard, in the rear of the gun. I don't know the name of this kind of gun, but the whole barrel seems to rotate? Because it has 4 barrels. They look to be a little bigger than .22 caliber.
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