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    Ordered a paperback book on-line based on the photo/picture of the cover and publication date. I was looking specifically for that particular book for my collection. What I received was not what I ordered! When I called the 2 guys I spoke with, they indicated that they were out of the specific book shown on-line, so they substituted a newer publication date with a totally different cover. These guys are obviously clueless about their own inventory and even more inept when it comes to showing what actual items are for sale on their site. I hope they know the difference between iron pyrite and gold. After spending $20.00 on shipping for a $15.00 book, one would think that A & B would have the professionalism to email me or call to tell me that they were out of what I ordered and ask if it was ok to substitute. My club members at Detectors Unlimited agree with me 100%. Detectors Unlimited and The Desert Gold Diggers will be SHOPPING ELSE WHERE! It does not cost $20.00 to ship a darn book from Mesa to Tucson! These guys have made it quite clear that they only want positive feedback and that people who leave negative feedback or inform others are less than inferior and considered a KAREN! STEER CLEAR OF ABYSMAL & BEFUDDLED PROSPECTING!

    David H.

    A&B prospecting is the best and the ONLY place to get your prospecting supplies. They have been around forever and is a family run business for many many years. I like the stories of companies so I ask. No matter where you live in the valley this is the spot to go. Ryan the owner is the nicest guy and has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to prospecting and mining for gold or other precious metals. He not only had the knowledge (I got a ton of education from him by asking questions) but he also corrected me in what and why I want certain items to have a successful prospecting journey. I came in with some preconceived thoughts and he shared with me why I should go a different route for what I wanted to do. This store has pretty much anything and everything you need from a beginner level to expert level prospector. They have books, maps, magazines, pumps, dredges, HUGE selection of metal detectors, crazy things I knew nothing about, and a ton more. I've been in here a few times before and they have recently did some remodeling, the place looks bright and fantastic. I'm not sure who else in the state has better service, the bigger selection, but I'm pretty sure A&B has it all. They even have setups to test the metal detectors to make sure you get the right one. The nostalgia of this place and learning more about prospecting was eye opening to say the least. I will be back for sure.

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    Everything, polite, courteous, and immediate service. I enjoy using ANB prospecting supplies.

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    Amazing place with all your prospecting supplies great an helpful staff would highly recommend for anyone looking for equipment

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    After borrowing a metal detector from my Father and having difficultly trying to set it up I googled "metal detector rental" and found a few companies.

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