$7.00 Sand Scoop!

[Sapper724]

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

 

[Peyton Manning]

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

 

[Sapper724]

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)

 

[Sapper724]

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

 

[Peyton Manning]

thanks for the idea!

 

[christo000]

Hey it works right nice idea