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[@Sifinds]

⭐️ See my biggest steel foreshore find ever! kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5yvm4duobZ7gJIsi=XCyyeu89MR24H4s8 ⭐️

[@1mmickk]

Tell your Dad Im over 60 never owned a car bicycle everywhere 70k round trip to the shops If he sends me his car I will send him my bike :) On a more serious note at least youve got the nouse to do an ad thats a bit different.

[@Sifinds]

@@1mmickk Fait play to you mate! I bet you have to take a shopping list each time you go, you wouldn’t want to forget the milk now would you? 👍🏻

[@1mmickk]

@@Sifinds Just one of the many reasons why I love you Si youre a classic mate how did you know I bought a Cow?

[@fredwhiting949]

Where did you get the magnet? I got a fairly poor magnet fishing set but that really has not got too much clout when it comes to the actual lifting up of any weight

[@Sifinds]

@@fredwhiting949 Online magnets Evo 70 or 80 are good ones

[@NickRatnieks]

That looks like Caversham Bridge and I was born a mile from there and we swam in the river a little upstream. The HQ of the Thames Conservancy was in Reading just upstream from Reading Bridge and the successor disorganisation is based in more or less the same spot- Thames Water. I did work for the Thames Conservancy for a while by which time it was a division of Thames Water and found numerous bottles- most I gave away. Reading Corporation trolleybuses used to come up to the Caversham Bridge Hotel until 1965 - they turned around in the forecourt but that nice old building burned down and was replaced by a monstrosity. I think those lighters may have been designed also to hide the flame- not just from the wind but snipers. The famous writer Saki may have been killed by a sniper who spotted a cigarette in the darkness his supposed last words were "Put that bloody cigarette out!". His short story "Tobermory" about a talking cat is a wonderfully funny read . I could write so much about that area which is where I spent the happiest years of my life as a kid but I will quit now!

[@josephinemonahan915]

Nick, thank you for that information…it’s always great to hear the back story of someone who’s been there and lived it…keep writing!🤩

[@malina1239]

Thank you, this was so interesting to read. I’m a history addict. Always nice to hear of people who have lived through times when I wasnt even born . I adored listening to my grandparents while growing up. I asked them all sorts of questions from the past. Luckily they had all the time in the world and talked for hours about the war, old buildings that wasn’t around anymore family history and about the village I grew up in😃

[@SueWells-yy7dm]

Wow Si, yes I know that area very well. I was born just downstream where you were fishing and gre in on that stretch of the Thames. I remember going to Pipers Island, Salters steam Boats that ran from Caversham Bridge and The Bridge Hotel before the fire. It was a beautiful old building in traditional wooden features with very grand staircase and function rooms. There used to a victorian building next to the bridge which got turned into public toilets and later bought by someone who had it numbered and dismantled to be rebuilt somewhere abroad. There alot of history too on Frys Island with a battle taking place between DeMontfort and Lynmouth . I watched you on KZbin for a long time and can't believe you've been where I was born and lived. Amazing part of the Thames.

[@susannewman3732]

​@@malina1239I was the same way almost all of my 70 years.My Grandparents and Great grand Aunts and Uncles had lots of stories. I still love history all of it. I read all I can about American history and ancient history from all over the world.

[@cdd4248]

Why is it that beautiful old buildings are always replaced with hideous monstrosities? Who makes these decisions? Anyway, Thank You for your comment!

[@Paleoman52]

I'm 70 years old with arthritis in both knees and I have an Engwe e-bike just like yours. I love it and it has given me the ability to get out there and go on or off trails. Loved this video, a little of everything!

[@Sifinds]

That’s so great to hear! Cheers Mudlover👍🏻🐾🧡

[@thesummerthatwas76]

Having got to you, Simon, over the years it was very nice to be introduced to your dad. God bless you both.

[@tricial4330]

So touching to see you with the small assist to get your dad going on the bike! I bet he did the same for you many years ago! Loved "meeting" him. Thanks for another great episode!

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Tricia! Yes he did, and I cried learning because the bike was too big for me haha

[@lindacarruthers3423]

This video is a good one , loved it . Lots of nice people fossicking about here and there ,and lots of good finds❤

[@julianphilp]

You need a bigger boat

[@wandapease-gi8yo]

Very impressed by the thoughtfulness and effort to keep the river cleaner and the area you dock at clean!

[@jakea1035]

Love it when you find padlocks keys and boat plates. What a cracking film, thanks Si.

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Jake!👍🏻🐾🧡

[@Penny-n9c]

Thanks - Great compilation! Loved the double act with your dashing Dad! 😊

[@Sifinds]

Thanks so much Penny! You’ll be pleased to know he can have the bike whenever he wants 😜

[@SharonPadget]

Wow your Dad looks great. I can’t believe he’s 71.

[@cdd4248]

I was just thinking the same!

[@Sifinds]

@@SharonPadget thanks! I’ll tell him

[@meatavoreNana]

Quite the Silver Fox ❤😊

[@marthaanderson2656]

I love the boat plaques , the graphics always satisfy. That 1929 hex was a real sweet treat. The fact that you can potentially track it to a specific boat is even better. Give Daisy a squish from me

[@bonnerdebbie]

Boat plaques are awesome, the padlock and key cleaned up beautifully, thanks Si!

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Mudlover! 😊👍🏻👣🧡

[@llmifg]

Your Dad, and the terrific bike for the win! The large key is my favorite. Thank you, Simon!

[@elizabethpayne53]

I find myself smiling along with all of you; how much fun you all have together and what great smiles! 😊 Love from Chicago

[@BackyardSwingset]

Your. Dad! Great episode! Love the collabs and follow ups with history. I have time these days to go down your rabbit holes, so to speak! Love you and love your mud. The e-bike is on my bucket list now 😉

[@michelleflippin1808]

Daisy was jealous of the attention your finds were getting!!

[@QTGetomov]

Daisy needs her own channel modelling the finds!

[@Sifinds]

haha true!

[@tanithmessenger3581]

Your Dad looks like he had a blast on the bike - that's his Xmas pressie sorted lol. Love how much info you can get from a rusty old padlock!

[@TheGeekyBanana]

Thank you for sharing with us! You all had so much fun and found so many treasures! ❤

[@Sifinds]

@@TheGeekyBanana Cheers Mudlover! 👍🏻🐾🧡

[@LeonvanderMeer-o2s]

1 cent, Wilhelmina Koningin (Queen) Der (of the) Nederlanden (Netherlands). She was queen from 1890 till 1948 spending the 2nd world war years in London together with most members of the government. Via the BBC they kept the dutch informed by radio. The other members of the royal family flee to Canada.

[@Sifinds]

Great info. Cheers Mudlover! 😊👍🏻👣🧡

[@sherrytapp7588]

"In Rust We Trust" will be a great addition to line up of merch . Especially with the favorite color orange. Great idea. Keep making wonderful content. I enjoy seeing your new adventures every Sunday. We don't get to enjoy those kinds of adventures here in Georgia , USA

[@sherrytapp7588]

By the way your dad is hilarious. Enjoyed watching him become a kid again

[@Sifinds]

@@sherrytapp7588 cheers Sherry! 👍🏻🐾🧡

[@PattiYoYo]

It’s awesome to see you with @peakydippers ! You lot always seem to have a good time! And your combined knowledge about finds makes the episode even more interesting!

[@janehindle12]

Love to know what Daisy was telling you. Very chatty. Padlock came up beautifully. Off to bed now as it's early morning in NZ

[@Sifinds]

I think she just wants attention. Cheers Mudlover! 😊👍🏻👣🧡

[@meatavoreNana]

Kia Ora Jane

[@Stefunny82]

I laughed when your dad left you in the dust like see ya 🛵… he’s too cute 😂😂😂

[@NickRatnieks]

Those two customs & excise badges show how Queen Elizabeth chose a different crown to the one used by her father- George VI and the preceding kings after Victoria- her crown was on your sixpence which were called tanners when I was a kid .Charles has chosen a new crown. I have exactly the same key which I found in my garden- I had not realised it might be Georgian!

[@Sifinds]

Spot on! and well done on the key - the chunky teeth will be a clue to the age

[@restlesssoul5853]

Brilliant vlog Si! Great finds from Thames this time related to boating and barges. Loved your goofy quality time with your pa. Mine passed 2y ago. I miss him.

[@paulkinzer7661]

So much I could comment on here; this was a video filled with amazing stuff (I really want me an e-bike for my decaying old carcass)! But that padlock and key stand out for me. I love how your skills, patience, and skin loss brought out so much from a hunk of rust!

[@iamshotty]

I LOVE the lock and key, both came up a treat, and some fabulous coin finds too. The history you provide too is so appreciated, it's so fascinating. In fact I loved it all Si. Daisy and Nelly being the icing on the cake. Thank you so much Si 😻xx Teresa 🇦🇺♥

[@MarcelaTysoe]

Love that you show us the cleaned goodies!

[@Sifinds]

Yep, love to restore them considerately. Cheers Mudlover! 😊👍🏻👣🧡

[@lovelyskull3483]

Thank you Simon for this wonderful video. Great finds. I love the old keys. That hand looked painful. Yikes! Take care and cheers.

[@kayesdigginit1519]

Very entertaining and insightful video Si 😊 Thank you for the fun time and wonderful history of your find!!

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Mudlover! 😊👍🏻👣🧡

[@Trash-Castle]

Those boat registrations are very cool

[@Sifinds]

@@Trash-Castle they are! Imagine filling a wall with one from every year!

[@bethsands7665]

Awesome new way to take back history and clean the river !! Good job, fun video !

[@eleven903]

Look @ ALL THE SWANS(!) I LOVE THEM! I think that your Dad's smile said it all & the little doggo in the field was so darn cute too! Cheers to you and best to your Daddo.

[@chrisdarbes8988]

That small hinge looked like ones I’ve seen on shutters of very very old churches 😊so many very cool finds ,the padlock was very nice 😎

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Chris - good shout that! 😊👍🏻👣🧡

[@patty4091]

I know here they sell (US) they sell a lovely full sized seat, even with a back support, for these old buns! lol for the e-bike. Thanks for taking us around!

[@wandapease-gi8yo]

Exactly what I was thinking would make me really consider an e trike ( balance problems.)

[@patty4091]

@@wandapease-gi8yo I’d go for the e trike too, but I understand the bigger seat and back rest work real well.

[@ksully6551]

Because of an injury right before a holiday in Scotland I rented a folding e-bike to get around and LOVED it!

[@cruising1792]

I love the padlock and key. Old keys are always so intriguing. I think the boat should be called 'Clementine,' because it's orange...

[@Sifinds]

Love it! Cheers Mudlover! 😊👍🏻👣🧡

[@laniejewell7512]

Fantastic padlock and key! Great job getting the padlock to show us its history. Love your videos!

[@Sifinds]

@@laniejewell7512 Cheers Lanie! 👍🏻🧡🐾

[@fairyacorn4854]

Great content and I love the padlock. I have a key like the big ne it was my front door key of my 16th century cottage. Still got the lock too.

[@Sifinds]

@@fairyacorn4854 How cool is that!

[@joellenmeek658]

I just love all the keys - they are beautiful. Thanks for the padlock history.

[@Sifinds]

I love old keys too!

[@countesscable]

Stunning lock and key.

[@Luminary600]

Some lovely finds, and the scene stealing cats too. 😺

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Mudlover! 😊👍🏻👣🧡

[@besenzon1]

Love the old padlock and keys

[@susanroller6905]

Just a brilliant video Si, I loved every minute ! Had to comment because I really love your channel and never miss watching your adventures. You really have some great mates too and you always make me laugh 😂 Hugs from an old gal in California celebrating 73 yrs, Cheers 🥰🥰 xx

[@Sifinds]

@@susanroller6905 Alright Susan! How’s it going? Thanks for watching! Keep the lovely comments coming x

[@goodpeople5676]

Really enjoyed watching the beautiful video with lots of lovely finds and amazing facts about the items. Enjoy With love from SAM Guwahati, Assam, India 🇮🇳 ❤

[@annettewalter2273]

Your Dad did so well on the bike. I think they are brilliant.😊

[@rustynutzmagnetfishingstev6926]

Brilliant video and we really enjoyed a good couple of days out with you si 🤙 can’t wait for our next adventure on the Thames 🤙🤙🤙

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Steve! Looking forward to more mudventures with you guys!

[@Invading-Specious]

That's a proper dagger. (Without the tape) nice job!

[@grndkntrl]

Daisy being extra chatty today!

[@Sifinds]

Yes she must've missed me

[@grahamsutliffe5643]

Your enthusiasm is always infectious & your obvious knowledge about your finds, also the inquisitive interests of your cats & most cats for that matter.

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Graham!

[@sandramajeau2829]

Your dad is so sweet!

[@aicirtkciub9167]

Awe Daisy has pink ears. 💖 So pretty !

[@Sifinds]

❤🐈

[@aicirtkciub9167]

Si's Dad ! Nice to meet him. That is a nice bike I like it.

[@BlytheWorld1972]

Always great fun going mudlarking with Si x

[@lindseyhoulders5141]

Lovely video again Si. SMBC where I'm from is Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council. The Peakys would know where that is! I actually went to school with Marie, it was a bit of a shock seeing her on your channel as we lost contact a long time ago but I recognised her immediately.

[@Sifinds]

Ah cool! You should definitely get in touch and say Hi! You never know we might see YOU on a future video!

[@bevharrison8157]

Gloves si gloves. ,!! Thanks for taking us along. Great finds👍

[@Sifinds]

Gloves are for nerds! Cheers Mudlover! 😊👍🏻👣🧡

[@victoriabaker4400]

I'm still hoping you'll go rescue that old cart you found. Thanks for another great video! One good turn deserves another, your friend was so thrilled to get that button.

[@alisonlyons4691]

Great video Si, and exciting finds. Seeing the lovely key made my heart sink a bit. I had a bunch of old keys that came from an aunts house in Scotland. The house was early geogian and the keys were beautiful. Sadly they went missing in one of our many house moves. I love the way you and your pals get on sharing your finds. Thanks for the river explore.........Alioban ❤

[@denisefallin8042]

U get ur good looks from ur dad! Loved seeing him. ❤

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Mudlover!👍🏻🐾🧡

[@beckyjo8745]

I LOVE those boat tags especially when they say Thames on it!! Being here in the U.S i would ABSOLUTELY LOVE to have one!!! I would covet it like gold! ❤❤❤

[@buttons3232]

Oh hey! Hi Peaky Dippers! Excellent haul! You know Si, where there’s a “will” there’s a way! Love the old skeleton keys. 🐈‍⬛🐈😸

[@Sifinds]

Haha. Cheers Mudlover!👍🏻🐾🧡

[@mirkatu3249]

Your dad is a good sport and he looked like he was having a good time on the ebike! 😻

[@Sifinds]

Yes he loved getting involved!

[@margaretgarrett6632]

I have a collection of old keys l didn't realise they were so old. Exciting thanks Si xx l have them hanging on a lovely piece of wood in the hall.😊❤

[@therelaxcentral]

I'm a bit disappointed, Si. You didn't say, "Let's get some luck in the muck!" In your intro 😂

[@Sifinds]

It was luck in the duck muck this week lol😂 🦆

[@enduringhope6859]

Love the lock and keys...great clean up!

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Mudlover! 😊👍🏻👣🧡

[@sharonclarke2363]

Some pomanders where worn on the belt as well or in beads format.Men had musk in off the male deer.Victorians had like we do oranges at Christmas.Orange and cloves.The spices was to warn off illness .Further back witches.There was some lovely designs I'm sure one must have been dropped many times.

[@susancousins8766]

Thank you Si for a wonderful video with magnet fishing and mudlarking a lot of history. Great finds in both areas and fun also. Those keys and padlock were cleaned up nicely. Have a fantastic week ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💜

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Susan!

[@trinawagner2471]

I love when you find padlocks they're so cool. And that key is really a good one.

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Trina - yes it's my fav ever key!

[@DeloresLowndes]

The little boat...Orange Crush. AnD I actually spotted the find.....good on me.😊😊

[@Sifinds]

Well done Mudlover! 😊👍🏻👣🧡

[@RAB157]

Loved the patter between you and your Dad.

[@westcountrymudlarks]

Fantastic video. Love the boat licences nice finds. Great bike your dad looked well at home on it

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Guys! Yes he loved being a part of the vid surprisingly!

[@jillmoorhouse8888]

A really enjoyable video, loved seeing all the boat plates and also the keys you found. The padlock and chain looked great under all that rust. Nice to see your dad again too.

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Mudlover!👍🏻🐾🧡

[@PeakyDippers]

I'll watch simon when I'm home from history hunting. Unfortunately you premier as I go live from location lol. Can't wait to watch bro, love ya loads

[@louisaziz1235]

Simon, Another great video. You always give us some amazing, historical information on your findings. It did upset me a bit when I saw you put the grinding bit on that beautiful old padlock. If you brush the loose rust off, then soak it in white vinegar for a while, it will dissolve the rest and do a great job on the inside as well. Like yourself, I really like those old finds.

[@jasonstuarthartley2310]

Absolutely Brilliant Mudlark. I really enjoyed this Simon

[@SmallWonda]

Brilliant key & padlock - used to love old keys - wonder what happened to the ones I had as a kid...... ???? Happy larking!

[@sisD]

Loved the padlock and keys! Your dad looked like he had a great time! ❤

[@Sifinds]

Cheers - yes he loved being involved!

[@maryjones5710]

Rust is the number one problem for modern society, as you can imagine. Did you know there is an Iron pillar in India, very, very old, that is virtually rustless And blown if they know how it was made. Loved your dad's fillum. Great finds Si. Thanks for all the fun and awesome company.

[@bethbranson9050]

Si, What a great video!! Really love the keys and padlock and always enjoy the clean up and history!! Thank you!!🗝️

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Mudlover! 😊👍🏻👣🧡

[@anniegironne8444]

Goodjob cleaning the paddock. Always fun to see a video with the Peaky dippers.

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Annie!

[@janedickson-gw4pb]

Loved your boat tags…but was most impressed by the padlock with chain & the two old keys!!! Great finds!!

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Jane!

[@christopherbraiden6713]

Thanks for the video Sia, awesome video, great finds and awesome key and padlock with incredible history!!😎🐓🐓🐓🐓🇬🇧

[@Sifinds]

@@christopherbraiden6713 Cheers Chris! 👍🏻🐾🧡

[@shuktuki1960]

i think that little orange boat should be named the SS tango, great video by the way.

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Mudlover!👍🏻🐾🧡

[@aaronroberts9225]

I wonder if there’s some sort of mini sandblaster that would help you to clean things up. Would be fun to see if it worked and it would save your hands from getting sore. Love watching your channel Si

[@Sifinds]

There is but it’s very expensive needing compressed air etc

[@rodandthiabrown800]

Thanks for sharing your Dad with us!!! Fun video

[@Sifinds]

Cheers guys! 😊👍🏻👣🧡

[@LaurieDean-wy3xb]

What a hoot your dad is! You missed the opportunity to tell him you would have taken the brake off if you were back in his will! 😂😂 Great video, fabulous finds ❤

[@Sifinds]

haha good point! He's got no money anyway! haha

[@alexcarle8086]

Those plaques you and the Peaky Dippers found are really cool. Daisy was 'pay attention to meeeeee!!' Love the padlock and old keys are such a fab find!! Nelson supurrvising as always. ❤

[@Sifinds]

@@alexcarle8086 haha spot on Alex!

[@myhillslife27]

that is insane! 3 plaques! straight away !.. that's mudlarking for you

[@wendymuller8354]

Beautiful old padlock, Si.🥰

[@Sifinds]

@@wendymuller8354 Cheers Wendy! 👍🏻🐾🧡

[@kbarbee3212]

The “RV” Peeky Dippers’ Dipper Dinghy

[@julietaylor6536]

Daisy is a talker. I love it.

[@Sifinds]

Big time!

[@AnnetteHartley]

I love old keys and locks

[@junco477]

Mr Google says SMBC = Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation. Love the large key, a work of art.

[@Sifinds]

Yeah, that might be right, but sounds a bit random, cheers Mudlover

[@1mmickk]

8:20 these were still for sale in the early 80s new they made so many of them late in the War. Many of the boat plaques are from he same boat over he years.

[@iansuehooper7542]

Entertaining as always Si, the padlock came up well as confirmed by the cats, lovely animals.

[@SharonPadget]

I loved the water fowl. What a fun adventure! Thanks.

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Mudlover! 😊👍🏻👣🧡

[@carolmay5168]

All of the boat plaques were amazing!

[@Sifinds]

Right! Cheers Mudlover! 😊👍🏻👣🧡

[@sunrunneroldbottels223]

cool finds, always nice to see daisy .

[@wandapease-gi8yo]

Love the WWII Army knife! Great find. I hope he really does take care and clean it up!

[@Sifinds]

Me too! Cheers Mudlover! 😊👍🏻👣🧡

[@bethsmith3421]

SMBC could be the international bank in London. It stands for Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation. It's at 100 Liverpool Street. Great mudventure Simon. Those boat plaques are so interesting and you all found so many! Very cool old keys and padlock. Fantastic Sunday! Thanks.

[@majortom7122]

Came here to say the same re SMBC!

[@Sydroo1969]

Cool finds. Well done on the lock and key. 👍

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Mudlover! 😊👍🏻👣🧡