Description
The whole argument for the SDC 2300 is that it folds down to carry-on size and rides anywhere: a backpack, a quad rack, an overhead bin. A bare folded detector rattles against everything it rides with. Minelab's own bag is tailored to the folded SDC, and Minelab's word for the fit is snug.
At a glance
Genuine Minelab SDC 2300 soft custom-fitted carry bag, part 3011-0257, UPC 811493015606. Minelab's own listing: Soft Custom Fitted Carry Bag for SDC 2300 Metal Detector, Black. Sold by History Seekers Metal Detectors, an authorized Minelab dealer; same-brand fitment, Minelab's own description, nothing invented.
Why this part
Minelab describes this as the soft custom-fitted carry bag for the SDC 2300, tailored to the machine for a snug fit and protection from bumps and scratches during transport. That is the argument: a generic padded bag fits the SDC loosely, and loose is what lets the coil edge and the handle grind against each other on a corrugated road. The fold-over top with its buckle and the adjustable shoulder strap, as pictured, sling it so your hands are free for the rest of the kit, and the SDC 2300 branding on the front means it never gets mistaken for someone else's bag at the trailhead.
Which Minelab machine is this for?
| Machine or coil | Fits? | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Minelab SDC 2300, folded | Yes, tailored to it (Minelab) | Black, buckle closure, shoulder strap. |
| Other Minelab detectors | Not intended | Cut for the folded SDC; most other machines do not fold that small. |
Specs and what they mean in the field
| Spec | Value (Minelab) | What it does for you |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Custom-fitted to the folded SDC 2300 (Minelab) | Snug, so nothing moves in transit. |
| Closure and carry | Fold-over top with buckle; adjustable shoulder strap | Hands free for the rest of the kit. |
| Finish | Black with SDC 2300 branding | As pictured. |
| Part | 3011-0257, UPC 811493015606 | Genuine Minelab. |
Fitting it and keeping it working
Fold the SDC, rinse and dry it after a creek before it goes in the bag, and keep the coil face toward the padded side. The bag is transport protection, not a waterproof case: on the quad, strap it where it cannot bounce, and do not leave a wet machine zipped up overnight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it shaped for the folded SDC 2300?
Yes. Minelab describes it as custom-fitted and tailored to the SDC 2300, with a snug fit for transport protection, and the SDC 2300 branding is on the front.
How does it close and carry?
A fold-over top with a buckle closure and an adjustable shoulder strap, as pictured.
Will other detectors fit inside?
It is cut for the folded SDC 2300; most other machines do not fold that small. If you are shopping for a different Minelab, use the bag Minelab lists for that model.
Is it waterproof?
It is a soft transport bag for bumps and scratches, not a dry case. Dry the machine before it goes in.
Is this a genuine Minelab accessory?
Yes, Minelab part 3011-0257, sold by History Seekers, an authorized Minelab dealer.
Who you are buying from
History Seekers is a small American business and a working detecting channel: over 1.1 million people follow our hunts on Facebook and YouTube. We run the Minelab machines these parts fit, and the person who answers your call has replaced this part on one. Every purchase keeps everyday Americans working.
History Seekers Metal Detectors is an authorized Minelab dealer; every part we sell is genuine Minelab. Call 256-284-2247 if you are not sure which part your machine takes; we will check the part number against your model before you order. Because at History Seekers, the story is more important than the artifact.
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