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The Utili Hybrid Highbanker is the ultimate 2-in-1 gold prospecting tool — a full-featured sluice box that folds down and converts into a highbanker in minutes. One unit. Two modes. Zero compromises. Built for prospectors who refuse to choose between portability and performance — whether you're creek hunting a shallow run or pumping material on a high-volume bar.
Switch from sluice box to highbanker in the field without tools — just fold, attach the hose connection, and run. Four removable drop-in mats, four expanded mesh grids, and individual riffles work together to maximize gold recovery in either configuration. Four support legs attach easily and stow on the built-in holder for transport. A screw-on/off funnel and hose connection keep setup and breakdown fast.
Sluice Box Mode: Run it flat as a high-capacity wash trough with 4 drop-in mats and expanded metal classification grids.
Highbanker Mode: Fold it up, attach the 1.57" hose connection, and run it with a water pump for hands-free material processing.
Material: PETG
Hardware Included:
31× M6 × 0.79" screws • 2× M6 × 1.18" screws • 29× M6 washers • 33× M6 nuts
Optional: M6 wing nut at center for easier base plate removal
Mat Slot Dimensions:
A: 6.06" L × 5.04" W × 0.39" H
B: 3.78" L × 5.43" W × 0.39" H
C: 5.08" L × 5.67" W × 0.39" H
D: 5.20" L × 5.94" W × 0.39" H
Not Included: 1.57" water hose, hose clamp, water pump
✅ USA-made ✅ Hand-inspected ✅ Ships in 3–5 business days ✅ Free shipping over $50
Compatible Drop-In Mats
Upgrade your recovery — swap mats to match your material and conditions. All mats sold separately.
Built Different. By Design.
Most gear in this industry is sourced from a catalog, rebranded, and shipped. Not ours. We design it, manufacture it, inspect it, and ship it directly to you — no middlemen, no third-party parts, no compromises. When you find something in the field that needs fixing, it feeds straight back into the next build. That’s why we ask for your feedback — you’re not just a customer, you’re part of our design team. That’s what maker-direct means. That’s what you’re buying.
📍 Free Download: Gold Prospecting Hotspots by State (PDF)
📖 Gear Guides:
Highbanker Setup Guide: Step-by-Step Instructions for Success
How to Choose the Right Sluice Mat: A Complete Guide
How to Catch Fine Gold
Your First Day of Gold Prospecting: Expert Checklist & Step-by-Step Plan
Creek Prospecting 101: Finding Gold in Streams and Creeks
Always be a responsible prospector. Backfill your holes, pack out your trash, and leave every site better than you found it. Access to these places is a privilege worth protecting.
— the Prospector
European Inspired — USA Crafted — Built for the Hunt!
