Charles GarrettCharles Garrett (1932-2015) was an inventor, entrepreneur, treasure hunter, patriot, and author. With his wife Eleanor, he founded Garrett Metal Detectors in 1964, growing a garage business to become the world's largest manufacturer of metal detectio equipment. A US Navy veteran and graduate of Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas, Dr. Garrett left an indelible mark on the metal detection industry with his products, his teachings and his writings. Read More Read Less