I normally use the sand rake that I purchased from protoolsoutlet for gather shells in sandy areas. It lets the sand flow through and the shells remain safely in the basket. Does anyone have a better way to gather the shells?

Hello,

Well I used this method only once and got not very interesting shells. So now I prefer snorkeling and scuba at night on sandy areas...  

Happy Shelling
DAVID

I think one of the nicest ways to collect seashells is still the "bucket in one hand" walking up and down the beach, take your children with you, you will end up with all sorts of beautiful shells (sometimes the smallest ones are the prettiest!), and you will have had a great time!

Hello,

Effectively, it's a very good way to shell  
Though, night scuba for shells is kind of exciting too  

Hello!

Yes! Night scuba and snorkeling is more productive especially at sandy bottom near coral beds. And you may stumble some rare specimens or luckily find very rare ones..

Happy shelling!

Raffy