Sapper724
Sr. Member
- May 28, 2013
- 425
- 184
- Detector(s) used
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Garrett AT PRO (Current)
Minelab Etrac (Current)
Garrett Pro Pointer
Sampson 31" Digger
Fisher F2 (RIP)
- Primary Interest:
- Metal Detecting
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
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