Back In The Game, Thanks Y'all

[F350Platinum]

48 minutes ago, CPT_GhostLight said:

Way to go, F350! I knew it couldn't keep you down long and you're back with a bang! Congrats on the cool new finds, well done!! ?

If you're looking for a lighter shovel, consider this one:

https://a.co/d/j2iWKYg

I got both, Nomad and the Nomad Spade, which they used to market as the Root Slayer Metal Detecting Spade. The Nomad spade is a beast of a dirt cutter, but it weighs 5 lbs, so I used the regular Nomad which weighs only 2.5 lbs and I love it. It's my go to relic shovel and it very tuff. I haven't been able to break it yet and not for lack of trying. ?

Glad you're back, amigo! ?

Thanks Cap'n,

Nice to be able to go less than 100 yards and find anything ? That field has potential, early on I had my eyes on the prize and just hunted the house site that was machine gun crap. Didn't find much.

But, I've learned that you find the best stuff where you don't expect it, a lot gets dragged out of the area, and stuff happens elsewhere in a farm. I'll be thrilled if some silver turns up. ?

Discovered a fence line that has iron bits but also relics from when it was installed and walked, or maybe they had a horse. ? The problem is neighbors that let their dogs ruin amok. ?

I'll give the Root Slayer a thought, I've also had great advice from Valens Legacy and now Chase too ? if I can get the kinks out of my arm muscles and tendons I'll probably stick with my trusty Predator, but that shovel looks good! ? And who doesn't need a new toy. ?

[F350Platinum]

39 minutes ago, kentucky Steve said:

Real glad to hear your out swinging again. I know little about the pain with a dislocated shoulder. I'm 68 and used to race Downhill bicycle in the 50+ expert. 

Thanks Kentucky, and welcome to the forum! I'm onea the more prolific posters, I think my whole detecting career is here. ? And I wouldn't be anywhere else, this forum is the best there is by a longshot.

I'll be looking for your exploits, from all accounts the Legend is a great machine. ? Get out there and duck when the hunters are around. It's prime time! I'd hate to have thunk I'd have to endure an extended hiatus. A week I can handle. ? For the first time since I got old, I'm glad I did ?

[F350Platinum]

32 minutes ago, Chase Goldman said:

Bob,

Glad you healed up fast digging buddy.  The rain today is going to further help with your digging ability.  Those fields were turning into concrete.  Congrats on the keyhole escutcheon and IHP.  Not a bad “return” at all.

The problem with a “light” but strong shovel is that you lose the mass of the shovel distributed along the shaft that actually aids in digging because the force of gravity against that mass helps the blade penetrate and move the dirt better without having to exert as much muscle force.  It can also supplement muscle power in leverage.  I typically use all steel shovels for field work as a result.

 

Sage advice! Thanks. Sticking the Predator down in that hardened blue marl was quite the shock yesterday. ?The rain today should loosen things a bit, and I'm hoping by next week more beans will be harvested, if ya get my drift. ? Winter(s) is coming ?

[F350Platinum]

4 hours ago, strick said:

Nice work 350 glad to see your back at it...

strick

Thanks strick, for a 2 hour hunt I'll take it. Still feel like a truck hit me, but I'm so glad I didn't have to take a long break, I'd hate to be my wife if I did ?

[JCR]

I will second the Captain's recommendation on the Nomad. I have all 3 of the Root Slayer family & use the Nomad the most. Very easy to carry & digs very well, roots & all.

[CPT_GhostLight]

14 minutes ago, JCR said:

I will second the Captain's recommendation on the Nomad. I have all 3 of the Root Slayer family & use the Nomad the most. Very easy to carry & digs very well, roots & all.

Roger that, and with the longer handle, I dig with my foot, not my arm. And, you can't beat that price for a good shovel. ?

[rvpopeye]

350 

That's what I meant , your front yard is an A level permission. 

I went out for a couple of hours today in 30 degrees with 15kt breeze.   

 

Doc , I have to be more careful with it these days.

When I break up things now it's more often than not me that breaks !

[Doc Bach]

23 hours ago, CPT_GhostLight said:

Way to go, F350! I knew it couldn't keep you down long and you're back with a bang! Congrats on the cool new finds, well done!! ?

If you're looking for a lighter shovel, consider this one:

https://a.co/d/j2iWKYg

I got both, Nomad and the Nomad Spade, which they used to market as the Root Slayer Metal Detecting Spade. The Nomad spade is a beast of a dirt cutter, but it weighs 5 lbs, so I used the regular Nomad which weighs only 2.5 lbs and I love it. It's my go to relic shovel and it very tuff. I haven't been able to break it yet and not for lack of trying. ?

Glad you're back, amigo! ?

Looks like a winner CPT....Just ordered up.