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G'day Folks Attached photos show some more detail of the Dinkum Swinger including a different version: My original backpack version shows a modification. A ball bearing swivel has been included as shown in the previous drawings (lever arm swing fitting) Also a simple friction height adjuster...

G'day Prospectors You will find a short video of the Dinkum Swinger by searching for "Detector Weight Transfer" It shows the operation of the DS focusing on the lack of load on the arm and wrist. If there is some interest I will take some images of the dismantled DS. Photo of a rock found near...

G'day travelergold. I understand your concerns. Every action has an equal and opposite reaction. The prototype shown in the photo works well with no excessive load on the shoulders. For the prototype I have used a quality external framed small pack with space for airflow. This pack is designed...

G'day Goldies Here are some images of Dinkum Swinger taken from my lapsed Provisional Patent.

G'day Phase Tech Yes it does provide a relatively even tension provided the swing angle is kept within reasonable limits. The tension going up and down an incline needs control on the prototype but is still workable. I should soon be able to include words and pictures on this site.

Thanks RM Outback I will do that

Sometime ago I designed, Provisionally Patented and built a prototype device to transfer the weight of a metal detector to my lumbar area. I used this device, which I called "Dinkum Swinger" for a few weeks in the Golden Triangle where I found it beneficial for my old limbs. The only problem was...