$7.00 Sand Scoop!

Sapper724

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Just made a comment on another post here about the scoop I use for beaches and sand. I don't go on beaches too often, so I don't really want to spend 150 dollars on a sand scoop, or even 35 dollars for that matter. I'd rather save up for a new hand digger or something :). So here is what I made. (I know it looks kinda goofy with the holes not lined up too nicely, but it was hot out, and the beers were going down smooth that night)

1. Get a 1/2 inch drywall hole bit (Or whatever it's called)

2. Get a Plastic Hand Feed Scoop from your local farmer's supply store (They were about 4-5 dollars at my local one)

3. Make a bunch of holes in the scoop, not too far apart, but not too close together.

4. Chill and Serve.

Enjoy!

P.S. I know, it's not as solid or nearly as durable as the ones you can buy from the detecting stores, but for a quick fix that won't break the bank, I have found this to work pretty decent. Even if you just scoop sand with a garden hand shovel to the inside of the scoop, it can still be a pretty nifty little addition to your supplies.

Take Care and Happy Hunting!

Ron
 

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Peyton Manning

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cool idea.
did you try it in wet sand?
would not 1/2 inch holes let necklaces through?
 

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Sapper724

Sapper724

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Its worked surprisingly well so far in wet sand. I usually am in the dry stuff though, since we cant detect in water here in Wisconsin... (Thanks Wisconsin DNR)
 

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Sapper724

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As for necklaces, I haven't had them in sand yet. Its possible I guess.
 

Peyton Manning

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thanks for the idea!
 

christo000

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Hey it works right nice idea
 

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