Black sand magnets for gold panning

Less black sand.
More gold.

Sweep a mag over your pan and the black sand jumps right out. A quick final pan, and there's your gold.

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Pocket Mag black sand magnet held in hand with magnetite clinging to its face

Pocket Mag

The original, pocket sized.

$19.99
Magic Mag black sand magnet held in hand with magnetite clinging to its face

Magic Mag

The original, creek tested.

$29.99
  • Invented by a prospector, 55+ years at the creek
  • Waterproof and rustproof
  • Free shipping over $45
  • 60-day returns
How it works

Three steps, right in your pan.

  1. Step 1

    Pan down to black sand.

    Work off the light material like you always do.

  2. Step 2

    Sweep the mag over it.

    The black sand jumps up and sticks.

  3. Step 3

    Slide it off with your thumb.

    A quick final pan, and there's your gold.

Black sand, explained
The Field Guide

Plain answers from 55 years at the creek.

All guides
Where to Find Gold

Gold Panning in California: Where You Can Pan and the Rules
Gold Panning

Gold Panning Tips From More Than 55 Years at the Creek
Prospecting

Sluice Box: How It Works and How to Use One

Spend less time on black sand.

Two sizes. Same magnet. Pick the one that fits your hand.

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