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

THURSDAY: WHAT IS THIS?

Today's "what is this" comes from the Victorian pasture where most relics and coins are dated mid 1800s.

This is made of brass.  It is supposed to sit on something?  Is it a sight of some kind?

Upside down side view

Looking from the top

Upright side view.  Did that round part cradle something?

View from underneath

This one has me stumped.

If you have any idea, please let me know.

Until tomorrow, KEEP IT REAL.

WEDNESDAY VIDEO:The Horseshoe Blooper

Today is Wednesday, and that means a video.

Today's video is a blooper.  My digging buddy Kelly was absolutely convinced she had a horseshoe in the hole.  Well, it didn't turn out that way.



Hope you enjoy.

Until tomorrow, stay warm and 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

The Digging Canuck debuts on Blogger

Hey Everyone,

The Digging Canuck is live on Blogger.

Let me introduce myself. 

I am all about metal detecting!  I detect mainly in and around Hamilton Ontario Canada, but I take my detector on vacation, so you never know where I will pop up.

I am a former police officer.  My weapon of choice is the Garrett AT Pro International metal detector.  I also use the Garrett Pro Pointer AT, Lesche Sampson and Lesche Model 85 digger.

I detect farm fields, pastures, parks and hidden out-of-the-way areas.  My adventures are filmed and photographed, and posted on YouTube.  You can visit my channel by clicking on this link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCC_qT3rthSW6VEiwQrf2uqA/featured

Together we explore nature, meet people with similar interests, have some fun, learn new techniques and even check out new gear.

If you are an avid detectorist, or even thinking of taking up the hobby, join me for some adventures.  

If you'd like to join me on a dig, feel free to email me.  I'll buy the coffee.