Welcome to Joan Allen Metal Detectors Direct.

Featuring the very latest product information, field test reports, special offers and secure online ordering for 56 different metal detectors. Click on our manufacturers' logos to browse the various ranges.

Treasure hunting

The world's most rewarding hobby! Now you too can find hidden treasure with a metal detector.

Joan Allen Electronics Ltd is pleased to bring you Europe's premier specialist metal detecting web site.

You will find information here about all the leading brands and accessories and learn about the latest introductions and special offers. You can order by phone or securely online.

But don't forget that Joan Allen is not run by computers but by real people. We are here to answer your queries, offer advice and, if you prefer the personal approach, take your orders: contact us by email, telephone, fax, letter or in person.

We have a well-stocked showroom in Biggin Hill, Kent - you are most welcome to visit.

For well over 30 years Joan Allen has been supplying detectors by mail order throughout the UK, Europe and the World.

Many models are manufactured in the USA where, at first sight, prices may appear lower. Beware, however, of hidden costs: freight, import duty, value added tax, etc, etc.

Also, if you purchase your detector directly from the USA, your warranty will probably not be transferrable: you may find that the time and expense of returning a faulty unit to the USA may be prohibitive.

Buy with confidence from Joan Allen - Europe's foremost metal detector importer, distributor, warranty and service centre. On reflection you'll find there's no better value!

10 good reasons to buy from Joan Allen:

• Leaders in the field offering a friendly and expert service. Established 1968.
• A range of makes and models to suit any requirement and price.
• Speedy and efficient turn-around of orders.
• Pay by credit card, charge card, cash, cheque, etc, etc. Facilities vary depending on country - please check before ordering.
• 0% APR interest free credit facilities available over extended repayment periods (UK only).
• Detectors sent by secure, insured delivery (UK: next working day, Europe: express).
• Wide range of accessories and publications about the hobby and related subjects.
• Field test reports available on request for most models.
• Orders and advice by telephone, fax, email, post or personal call.
• Full showroom facilities at Joan Allen's well-stocked metal detector centre in Biggin Hill.

Now you can buy your detecting books and detecting accessories online at Detectors Direct too!

Your guarantee

All our metal detectors are covered by the manufacturer's one year full parts and labour guarantee.

How to order

You can place orders for metal detectors, accessories and publications either online or by phone or fax. Please scroll down for further details.

Secure On-line Ordering

Ordering your detector from Joan Allen Detectors Direct using a credit or charge card couldn't be easier or safer. Just follow these simple steps ...

Find the detector you would like by clicking on the manufacturers' logos above.

Click on the 'Buy Now' button next to the detector and wait for the shopping basket to load automatically.

To continue shopping click on the 'Continue Shopping' button within the shopping basket. You may be interested in looking at our range of books and detecting accessories

When you have finished shopping go to your shopping basket by clicking on the View Basket button near the top right hand corner of each page.

Click on the 'Click to Check Out' button to connect to our secure server. At this point you may receive a pop-up browser message telling you that you are being connected to a secure server.

When the check out form appears you should complete each section and then click on the 'Confirm My Order' button at the bottom of the page.

Wait for a confirmation page to appear showing your order number. Make a note of the order number and then click the Continue button to disconnect from our secure server.

You will then receive an email confirming your order and showing details of the various items you have ordered.

Other Ways of Ordering

To order by telephone call our sales hotline on 01959 571255