Video: Digging A Bottle Dump In Boston New York

I drove across the border to a town called Boston in New York state.

I met up with Metal Pirate Girl and The Silver Charmer and attended a bottle dump.

We dug some sweet bottles, encountered some wildlife and I even managed to score a bucket lister.

If you have never dug a dump for bottles, consider trying it. 

Keep It Real :)

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SHOUT OUT SPOTLIGHT: BirdDogg

I was watching the BirdDogg Show while enjoying my morning cup of coffee.

To my surprise I heard Chris say "Digging Canuck".

I WAS BLOWN AWAY.

Thank you BirdDogg (aka Chris).

Made my day :-)

Until next time, KEEP IT REAL.

YOU MAY BE MISSING OUT: YOUTUBE BUG

You may be missing out on content if you are not an engaged viewer.

The YouTube bug is removing views and subs of those accounts it deems to be "Bots".

A lot of viewers simply watch a video and never leave a thumbs up or comment.

WRONG !!!!!

In the very least leave a thumbs up because it shows YouTube that you are indeed a human being.

I lost 500 views in one evening !!!  Absolutely gutted !!!

Please take a moment and go to the page of those you enjoy watching.  Click the bell.  From now on, leave some sort of comment or thumbs up.

Your content provider will be appreciative and you won't find yourself suddenly unsubscribed.

Until next time KEEP IT REAL.

TUESDAY VIDEO RELEASE: FINALLY ON THE BOARD

It's Tuesday, and that means a video release.

Today's video is called "FINALLY ON THE BOARD"

It is a compilation of 3 metal detecting hunts, over the Remembrance Day week.

Among other things, I found my very first musketball.  

Viewers of my YouTube channel will remember that my digging buddy Kelly has 5.  

Well, I have one now !!!!!

I hope you enjoy the video.  There is a little tribute to the Canadian Armed Forces at the end.  Lest we forget.

Until next time, keep it real.



Today

NEW DETECTOR: WHITES MX5

NEW METAL DETECTOR 😀

I have added a new metal detector to my arsenal.  Say hello to the WHITES MX5.

The MX5 is a versatile detector that can be used almost anywhere - with both a general purpose Coin mode and a Beach mode that allows ground tracking even in wet salt sand.

Here are some highlights according to Big Boys Hobbies:

• Adjustable Notch Discrimination
• Automatic Ground Balance with AutoTrac®
• Backlit Display
• Beach Mode
• Coin/Jewelry Mode
• Depth Reading
• Lighweight
• On/OFF Button
• Salt and Freshwater
• Tone ID
• Two-year Parts and Labor Warranty
• Waterproof 9" Spider Coil

Here is a closer look at the display:

The full specifications are listed here:

• Audio Output: Speaker & 1/4" Headphone
• Batteries: 8 "AA"
• Battery Life: 20
• Optional Coils: Eclipse Family
• Standard Coil: 9"
• Frequency: 14

This unit retails for $719 plus tax in Canada.  However I purchased it for a phenomenal price from an estate sale.  It was never been used, and apart from the original box that is missing - it is complete.  It came with 8 Duracell rechargeable batteries.  I use the same batteries in my Garrett AT Pro and have found them to long lasting between charges.

I have not had the opportunity to swing this detector yet and am looking forward to the first hunt of the spring.  No doubt that between the MX5 and the AT Pro, I should be able to thoroughly search most sites.

Garrett AT Pro International

Until next time, KEEP IT REAL

THURSDAY: What is this?

Today's item was found in field, which has yielded items from the mid 1800s.

It certainly looks like a partially completed arrowhead.  Could it be a chipping?

Rear does not look worked

This view certainly looks like it's been worked

The right edge is very thin

Edge looks thin

We think it is an unfinished chipping.  

What do you think? 

Until next time, KEEP IT REAL

MONDAY: Metal Detecting Meme

It's Monday and that means it's time for a meme.

I will admit I may have detected the metal pieces of my boots, however I have never dug down this far before realizing that was the case.  

That's my story and I'm sticking to it.

Until tomorrow, KEEP IT REAL

FRIDAY: Find Day

FIND DAY !!!

Well I must say Kelly and I were shaking our heads as to what this was when we unearthed it.

Here's another view.

Do you know what it is?  Let me tell you.

It is a marijuana "bud buster".  

Yes, I was shocked when someone told me what it is.

You find the weirdest things when you are metal detecting.

What is the weirdest thing you have pulled from the ground?

That's it for today.  Until next time, KEEP IT REAL !!!

WEDNESDAY VIDEO DAY: Musket Ball in the Hole

It's Wednesday, and that means a video.

In this episode, my digging buddy Kelly unearths a musketball.  It was very unexpected, however it told us that this was an OLD area.  It was also the first of many great finds, as we moved to even an older area of this old pasture.

I have been spending a great deal of time with an elderly parent in the hospital.  I am hoping that she will be well soon and will be returning home shortly.  In the meantime, I will try to keep posting on a regular schedule.

Until next time,

KEEP IT REAL

THURSDAY: What is This ???

It's Thursday, and that means WHAT IS THIS ?

I was not sure of what I had when I unearthed this.  So much so that I placed it in my pouch where I usually put the bottle caps and junk.  After the dig, we all gathered for our customary "look what I found" round table.  It was then that I learned exactly what it was.

This is a HEEL PLATE.  

Miriam Webster describes it as: a metal plate (as one designed to protect against wear) for the heel of a shoe.  In days gone by, people would have them nailed to the soles of their shoes to extend the wear. 

This one was a little folded when I found it and the holes were filled with soil - perhaps why I didn't recognize it right away.

Here are some pictures of vintage heal plates.  Some people call them toe taps.

Remember to hold on to your 'unidentified' items.  

Get a second opinion before throwing them out.

That's it for today.  Until tomorrow.

KEEP IT REAL

TUESDAY: Tip / Gear Day

YouTube TIP

Today's tip comes from the DETECTORISTA.

He has come up with a great way to film your dig.  I'm calling it the "Shovel Cam".  I have seen a lot of videos where a camera is secured to the shaft of a metal detector.  I don't know about you, but after a couple of swings I tend to get a little dizzy watching.  This is a welcome idea.

Check out the DETECTORISTA's channel: Detectorista!

If you have a tip that you would like me to share, let me know !!!!!

Likewise, if you have found some new gear and think it's amazing, let me know !!!!!

That's about it for today.  Until tomorrow, KEEP IT REAL.

TUESDAY: Tip / Gear Day

Today I am going to feature a digging tool.  

I have owned one for about 3 months and I must say it is fantastic.

Officially, it is called the MODEL 85 Digging Tool and is made by Lesche aka Predator Tools.

To borrow some information from the website:

The model 85 and 75 were Designed for Digging with Surgical Precision. The Digging Tool” is a heavy sharpened trowel with one edge sawtoothed for root cutting and a large handguard for user safety.These tools are made for 4130 Chrome-moly Virgin Steel, Aircraft Quality Heat Treated and Temper for Super Strength.

Features:

The blade has teeth for cutting roots.

The handle is 4 ½" long with a hand guard to protect your hand from sliding down onto the blade. This tool also comes with a new improved sheath made from codura. This sheath may be carried on your belt. Due to the Costs of shipping that keep going up, Shipping and Handling 12.00

Dimensions: 

11 ¾" overall length, 1 7/8" wide x 7 ¼" long blade

Weight : Approx 14 oz.

It sells for $45.95 USD and is available directly from  Predator Tools

You can also purchase it in Canada.  I found one online for $70.95 CDN at Carry All Canada

Most people set out metal detecting with inferior gear.  Do yourself a favour and purchase the good stuff sooner than later.  You will be glad you did.

Yesturday I released an UPDATE video on YouTube.  Have a peek and remember to LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT and SUBSCRIBE.

That's it for today.  Until tomorrow, KEEP IT REAL

FRIDAY FINDS

It's Friday, and that means it's time to showcase some metal detecting finds.

A piece of horse tack

Junk - there is always junk

1916 Canadian Large Cent

Obverse

1837 American Large Cent

Obverse - absolutely beautiful.  LIBERTY is clearly seen.

1900 Canadian Large Cent - Queen Victoria

Reverse

Flat button 

Nice shank

1907 Canadian Large Cent

Reverse

These all came from the same dig.  

There is always junk to be found - but the treasures make it worthy.

Enjoy your weekend.  If you can get out and do some metal detecting, by all means do !!!! The Canadian winter weather is here - so I will be spending my 'off time' researching and cleaning finds.

KEEP IT REAL

WHAT IS THIS?

It's Thursday, and that means WHAT IS THIS?

Today's item is made of iron.  It was unearthed in a Victorian pasture in Ancaster Ontario Canada, where the majority of relics found are dated to the mid 1800s.  I thought perhaps some kind of cap, but the underside has no threading and is hexagonal.

The item measures 9cm in diameter.

This side is hexagonal.

The profile is approximately 3cms high.

This one has me baffled.

That's it for today, see you tomorrow.

KEEP IT REAL

WEDNESDAY VIDEO: Digging With Kids (Ep.3)

DIGGING WITH KIDS episode 3

It's Wednesday, and that means a video.  Today's video is DIGGING WITH KIDS ep 3.  This is the third installment in my new video series where I do some metal detecting with kids of all ages.  

This particular episode was filmed on the grounds of a 1950s high school which is scheduled to be torn down.  The school borders on very historical land.  Now a park, it was once home to a horse racing track in the mid 1800s.  It also served as a victorian picnic site.

My guest unearthed some modern clad coins, as well as one nice relic - an old belt buckle.

Enjoy the video.



It is cold and snowy in my neck of the woods.  No more metal detecting this year :-(

Until tomorrow, KEEP IT REAL.