Prospectors Cache — Since 1994. Expert gold prospecting, metal detecting, custom gear & honest adventures from Tom Ashworth.
Welcome to Tom Ashworth’s Prospectors Cache
30+ Years of Real-World Prospecting!
Founded by Tom Ashworth in 1994 as the internet’s first gold prospecting website. Based in Burnet, Texas, we share practical knowledge, detector reviews, Texas location reports, silver and gold refining techniques, and quality products for beginners to advanced hunters.
What You’ll Find Here
- Weekly YouTube videos on XP Deus 2, Minelab Manticore, techniques & real hunts
- Custom 3D printed prospecting tools & unique finds in the Store
- Drone services and on-location support
- Straight talk — no hype, just what works
- and we offer the best Treasure Locations database on the internet!
Real Hunts. Real Finds. Real Advice.
Watch the latest detector tests, river hunts, e-waste refining, and off-grid trailer build series on YouTube.
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