Gold Dredges & Dredge Parts
If you have spent enough time around the hobby of metal detecting, you have surely run across the idea of prospecting for gold. Gold prospecting is an addiction for many people, as they love working to find the shiny metal in creeks and rivers. While many will start off with a simple gold pan and classifier, others graduate to gold dredges. Gold dredges are excellent for finding more gold more efficiently and with less effort. Whether you are picking out your first gold dredge or you need to buy some other dredging equipment or parts, Kellyco has a wide selection available for you. If you have any questions about any of our products, please reach out to us, as we would love to assist you.
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Keene 5" Oversized Power Jet with Twin 2" Jet Logs
$495.00The Twin 2" Jet Logs of this Keene 5" Oversized Power Jet creates powerful flows that totally eliminates rocks, debris & other obstructionsSKU: PJ5T2O -
Keene 5" Marlex Oversized Jet Flare
$289.00Designed to work only with oversized powerjets, this specialized Keene 5" Marlex Oversized Jet Flare delivers the best outcomesSKU: PPJF5O -
Keene 2.5" Suction Nozzle for 1" Pressure Hose
$135.00Best suited for the 1.5" suction hose, this Keene 2.5" suction nozzle takes a 1" pressure hose and is easily secured with a 1" threaded coupling.SKU: SN25 -
Keene 1.5" Suction Nozzle for 1" Pressure Hose
$108.00Best suited for the 1.5" suction hose, this Keene 2.5" suction nozzle takes a 1" pressure hose and is easily secured with a 1" threaded coupling.SKU: SN15 -
Keene 2.5" - Jet Flare Dredge with Compressor & Power Jet
$2,939.00Keene's set a new standard in the mining industry with this 2.5"jet flare dredge. Has a powerful compressor, power jet & a superior sluice box system. -
Keene 2.5" - 4 HP Honda Jet Flare Dredge with Compressor & Suction Nozzle
$2,899.00Powered by a 4 HP Honda engine, this 2.5" jet flare dredge with compressor & suction nozzle is ideal for those who desire top rate performance. -
Keene 6.5 HP 3" Ultra Mini Dredge
$3,025.00Top of the range Keene 6.5 HP 3" Ultra Mini Dredge equipment designed for portability & economy to meet the needs of ardent prospectorsSKU: 3500P -
Keene 6.5 HP Honda 3" Ultra Mini Dredge
$3,140.00Enjoy the new engineering standard for smaller sized, high performance suction with the Keene 6.5 HP Honda 3" Ultra Mini DredgeSKU: 3500PH -
Keene 6.5 HP 3" Ultra Mini Dredge with Compressor
$3,625.00Powered by a 6.5 HP engine, Keene 3" Ultra Mini Dredge packs a T80 Compressor, P180 Pump, Over-Sized Jet Flare, Sluice Box and lots moreSKU: 3505P -
Keene 6.5 HP Honda 3" Ultra Mini Dredge with Compressor
$3,720.00Enjoy the new standard for smaller sized, high performance suction with the Keene 6.5 HP Honda 3" Ultra Mini Dredge & new tech compressorSKU: 3505PH -
Keene 4" - 6.5 HP Intek Pro Jet Flare Dredge with T80 Compressor
$4,450.00This Keene 4" - 6.5 HP Intek Pro Jet Flare Dredge with T80 Compressor is the machine of choice for pro minersSKU: 4505P -
Keene 4" Marlex Oversized Jet Flare
$240.00The Keene 4" Marlex Oversized Jet Flare gives you better suction power with higher recovery rates and less rock jams.SKU: PPJF4O -
Keene 3" Marlex Oversized Jet Flare
$210.00Keene 3" Marlex Oversized Jet Flare has excellent stability, stops rock jams & gives fine suction power. It works well in shallow water tooSKU: PPJF3O -
Keene 2.5" Marlex Oversized Jet Flare
$175.00Crafted from tough Marlex material, our superior Keene 2.5" jet flares with stainless steel clamp are known to increase suction power and recovery.SKU: PPJF25O -
Keene 5" 10 HP Diesel Dredge with 3 Stage Sluice
$8,475.00Pros love this Keene 5" 10 HP Diesel Dredge with 3-stage sluice that combines fine engineering & versatility to deliver the best performanceSKU: 5110D -
Keene 6" Marlex Oversized Jet Flare
$350.00The Keene 6" Marlex Oversized Jet Flare with its longer straight collar helps reduce dredge weight and increases suction powerSKU: PPJF6O -
Keene 2" Power Jet with 1.25" Jet Log
$93.50This Keene 2-inch Power Jet with 1.25” Jet Log is the replacement fit for the suction hose of the 2000 model dredge series.SKU: PJ2 -
Keene 2.5" Power Jet with 1.5" Jet Log
$110.00Built for 2500 model dredge series, the Keene 2.5" power jet with a 1.5" jet log couples perfectly with a pressure hose for smooth dredging.SKU: PJ25 -
Keene 2.5" Oversized Power Jet with 1.25" Jet Log
$199.99Enhanced capacity Keene 2.5" oversized power jet with 1.25" jet log. Smoothest operator, very hungry and neither clogs nor jams!SKU: PJ2514O -
Keene 2" Oversized Power Jet with Quick Coupler
$189.95Become more efficient by quickly attaching & detaching your suction hose using this 2" Oversized Power Jet with Quick Coupler from KeeneSKU: PJ2O -
Keene 3" Power Jet with 1.5" Jet Log
$145.00This high-quality Keene 3" Power Jet with 1.5" Jet Log is a fine part to build your own dredge or replace a worn log in a working dredge.SKU: PJ3 -
Keene 3" Power Jet with 2" Jet Log
$155.00Fine equipment with a 2” suction hose & pump intake for the 3500 Model series of dredges – the Keene 3" Power Jet with 2" Jet LogSKU: PJ32 -
Keene 3" Oversized Power Jet with 2" Jet Log
$285.00Cast-iron 3" Oversized Power Jet with 2" Jet Log from Keene – engineered for durability with its contemporary non-clogging/jamming designSKU: PJ32O -
Keene 4" Power Jet with 1.5" Jet Log
$174.00Using pump intake coupling, 4-inch suction hoses work best with this Keene 4" Power Jet with 1.5" Jet Log on 4500 Model Series dredges.SKU: PJ4 -
Keene 4" - 6.5 HP Honda Jet Flare Dredge with T80 Compressor
$4,535.00Keene 6.5 HP Honda Jet Flare Dredge with T80 Compressor & 4” dredge. Recommended only for miners who demand the best from a dredgerSKU: 4505PH -
Keene 4" - 6.5 HP Honda Jet Flare Dredge
$3,950.00Boasting Advanced Flotation System, the Keene 4", 6.5 HP Honda Jet Flare Dredge satisfies those miners who need compactness and efficiencySKU: 4500PH -
Keene 2.5" Suction Nozzle for 1.25" Pressure Hose
$135.00Keene's made this 2.5" suction nozzle for 1.25" pressure hoses. Easily clasped with 1.5" threaded coupling.SKU: SN251 -
Keene 3" Swivel Suction Hose Tip
$139.90This Keene 3-inch Swivel Suction Hose Tip allows you switch hose direction easily – increasing productivity & reducing wrist strainSKU: SST3 -
Keene 2" Marlex Oversized Jet Flare
$145.00For extra suction power without annoying clogging, this easy-to-use Keene 2" Marlex Oversized Jet Flare is your best betSKU: PPJF2O -
Keene 5" Swivel Suction Hose Tip
$159.95Keene 5" Swivel Suction Hose Tip is a must-have for every dredger. The tip moves without turning the hose -easing handling & maneuverabilitySKU: SST5 -
Keene 6" Swivel Suction Hose Tip
$215.00Keene 6" Swivel Suction Hose Tip gives the serious dredger a great advantage by easily moving without turning the hose.SKU: SST6 -
Keene 6" Swivel Suction Hose Tip with Breaking Flap
$350.00Equipped with a suction breaking flap, the Keene 6" Swivel Suction Hose Tip can quickly reduce & redirect suction - enhancing safetySKU: SST6F -
Keene 8" Swivel Suction Hose Tip with Breaking Flap
$650.00Equipped with a suction breaking flap, the Keene 8" Swivel Suction Hose Tip can quickly reduce & redirect suction - enhancing safetySKU: SST8 -
Keene 8" Marlex Jet Flare
$650.00Easily operated Keene 8" Marlex Jet Flare for 8200 Model dredges to increase suction power and stop rock jams.SKU: PPJF8 -
Keene 2.5" - 4HP Ultra Dredge with Suction Nozzle
$2,599.00Keene takes high tech dredging many steps forward with the 2.5" Ultra Dredge mated to a 4 HP engine for super efficient dredging.SKU: 2604HSN -
Keene 6" Twin 10 HP Diesel Heavy Duty Dredge
$17,950.00This compact Keene 6" Twin 10 HP Diesel Heavy Duty Dredge suctions to a 40 ft depth & dredges at a capacity of 15 Yards Per HourSKU: 6220D -
Keene 5" Suction Hose Dredging Tip
$49.95The Keene 5" Suction Hose Dredging Tip with gripping handles reduces rock jams and improves suction speed - boosting operational efficiencySKU: ST5 -
Keene 2" Jet Flare Adapter
$37.95The Keene 2" Jet Flare Adapter make it easy to adapt a 2-inch jet flare to an A52 Sluice BoxSKU: STE2F -
Keene 5" Dual 6.5 HP Honda Dredge with 3 Stage Sluice
$6,899.00Able to operate blaster nozzles to blow out bedrocks & crevices, Keene's 5" Dual 6.5 HP Honda Dredge with 3 Stage Sluice is a miner's dreamSKU: 5211HP -
Keene 2.5" Suction Nozzle for 1.5" Pressure Hose
$139.95For 1.5" pressure hoses, this Keene 2.5" suction nozzle is the best for high suction rates and stable coupling.SKU: SN2515 -
Keene 3" Suction Nozzle for 1.5" Pressure Hose
$165.00Keene 3" Suction Nozzle for 1.5" Pressure Hose: perfectly fits the 3" Suction Hose and is easily secured with its threaded coupling.SKU: SN3 -
Keene 4" Suction Nozzle for 1.5" Pressure Hose
$205.00Keene 4" Suction Nozzle for 1.5" Pressure Hose is lightweight and secures easily to nozzles using its threaded couplingSKU: SN4 -
Keene 4" Suction Nozzle for 2" Pressure Hose
$210.00For 2-inch pressure hoses, this Keene 4" Suction Nozzle with its smooth bore is easily the best optionSKU: SN42 -
Keene 1.5" Suction Hose Dredging Tip
$16.50Significantly eliminate rock jams using this Keene 1.5 inch suction hose dredging tip is constructed of plated steel with a rolled tip.SKU: ST15 -
Keene 2" Suction Hose Dredging Tip
$20.95Plated steel Keene 2" Suction Hose Dredging Tip - specially designed with a with a rolled edge to prevent rock jams while you are dredgingSKU: ST2 -
Keene 2.5" Suction Hose Dredging Tip
$24.00This Keene 1.5 inch suction hose dredging tip is constructed of plated steel has a rolled tip and reduces rock jams by up to 20%.SKU: ST25 -
Keene 2" Backpack Dredge with Suction Nozzle
$1,895.00Portable but powerful Keene 2" Backpack Dredge with suction nozzle - best tool for recovering gold that settles in moss, crevices, etcSKU: 2004SNF -
Keene 5" 9 HP Honda Dredge with 3 Stage Sluice
$5,775.00With its reputation for operational efficiency, the Keene 5" 9HP Honda Dredge machine with 3 Stage Sluice never lets you down!SKU: 5109PH
What Is a Gold Dredge?
Gold dredges have been around for over 150 years, and will not be going anywhere anytime soon. While vast improvements have been made to the design, the general process is roughly the same. Essentially, each of the dredges that Kellyco carries work in the same fashion as each other. These dredges consist of engines to power it all, suction hose, flotation assembly, and a sluice box. There are pumps and jet flares that are powered by the engine as well. Once the apparatus is placed into the water, the suction hose will suck up gravel, water, gold, and any other sediments. It transports these materials through the sluice box, and the sluice does its job of removing the sediment and leaving the gold, which sits behind the riffles. The flotation device simply keeps the rig above the water, making it easier than by using an underwater gold dredge. This is essentially the process that all gold dredges will use to separate the valuable, yellow metal from sand and other sediment.
What Should I Look for in a Gold Dredge?
One of the main factors that will play into your decision on which dredge to buy is the size of the machine. Size is also directly related to efficiency, output, and cost. Obviously, the larger the dredge is, the more sediment it will be able to work through in less time. That being said, the bigger a gold dredge is, the more it is going to cost. Think about all of the places in which you would be gold prospecting. How large of a dredge will you need? Is there that much ground to cover? Another thing to keep in mind is the transportation of the dredge. There are several models that can be used by backpackers for the most remote locations, and some that would need several people to move. Think about what would work the best for you and weigh the pros and cons of each different dredge. You should be able to come to a conclusion at this point.
What Is the Best Gold Dredge?
Determining which gold dredge is impossible to do, as each dredge has its uses and benefits depending on the user’s needs and preferences. With that being said, there are several very popular gold dredges that are great for most people. Continue reading for a more in-depth look at some gold dredges.
Keene Engineering produces all of the gold dredges that Kellyco offers. While this may seem strange, it is because Keene’s prospecting equipment is the best on the market. Whether you want their 2-inch backpack dredge or their 6-inch heavy-duty dredge, you are going to get your money’s worth. Keene Engineering is the best in the game, as each of their gold dredges features their unique technology in the sluice boxes, the pumps, and the overall design. There are many different sizes and specific models that are available from Kellyco, and regardless of which one you choose, we believe you will be very satisfied.
Which Dredge Parts Will I Need?
While you do not want to have to repair your gold dredge, machines break. It is a simple fact of life that everything mechanical will at some point fail. Instead of sitting there with a broken dredge, look at Kellyco’s wide selection of dredge parts that will get your machine back to its efficient and valuable running. Whether you want a new power jet, suction nozzle, sluice box, or a pump, Kellyco has you covered. If you have any questions about gold dredges of the parts you need, please reach out to us, as we would be happy to help.