Breathtaking Treasures Found Beneath Uncharted Trading Post

[@GMMD]

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[@yosho5436]

That would be a great vid idea! Do a vid with just finding deer antlers. I’m a huge hunter, and that type of activity is so fun

[@zw5509]

The workings of a shoe buckle? Very different from the buckles we are used to. When I saw that almost complete one you found, I wondered how they worked. Of course, KZbin has a demo video. Enjoy your presentation.

[@DMCollins1977]

You should be on a network your video quality is awesome and your storytelling and knowledge of our countries history is amazing

[@hellohellohello111]

Any Big Foot encounters?

[@tommaddox1028]

The long shaft I used to tighten the Flint jaws

[@bobrinck1]

First, the small hammer is similar to a tool I use on my flintlock. I am a flintknapper, and I make gunflints. The hammer would be used for resharpening a gunflint. Second, the musket part is called a ramrod tailpipe because the tail of the ramrod goes into the pipe. I referenced several books I have on 1700's muskets, and the only tailpipes that were many-sided, not round, were German made. Third, are you measuring the diameter of the musket balls? The diameter will tell a lot about age. Almost all muskets of the 1700's were greater than .50 caliber. British military guns were .75, French .69, and most hunting guns, called fowlers, were .55 up to .78.

[@georgedavis6583]

Flint knapping is the world's most frustrating hobby! I'm convinced also the origin of swear words😎

[@unrulyjulie4382]

Wow, that's so interesting, thanks for your insight. When I saw it, I said to myself, "That looks like a little hammer"! It's cool that it really was!

[@sexybeast6567]

Also caliber .32 and .36 we're actually around at that time and used in that geographic area well up into the late 1800s... I don't think that little hammer looking lead scrap was for flint knapping. I've been shooting blackpowder, both flintlock and cap&ball for over 50 year's. Never seen or heard of anyone successfully flint knapping with lead... you're the only person I've heard that from. Have a great day.

[@davevierthaler8521]

bobrinck1 I learn as much from posts like yours as do from watching Brad’s videos. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@ronhoy8913]

Was going to say that was a gunflint sharpener, but you have nailed it already ! LOL

[@kathyfiser4882]

This show is so well done. Love the history. Love the photography, Love the music. Your curiosity, personality and love of history are very enjoyable. Thanks nice production.

[@GMMD]

Thanks so much, Kathy!

[@whimsymaker]

Exactly

[@chrisbudinick]

Here here!

[@michaeltroja315]

And Kathy he is the man behind that wonderful music

[@kathyfiser4882]

@@michaeltroja315 Ya, I assumed so. So very talented.

[@mollyhollypollydolly8760]

I said it before and I’ll say it again!! You make the BEST metal detecting videos.❤️ From the plant life to the guitar music, you capture every moment in all of its glory💯 and always make me long to go for a walk in the Appalachian Mountains 🏔

[@HoschtonBoy]

Just the scenic nature makes Brad's videos worth watching.

[@darthvadar2757]

The lead hammer looking nail are used for holding something like a drain pipe to a brick wall or between logs on a cabin. You nail it next to the pipe in the spaces between the logs or bricks then bend it around the pipe. It is soft metal so it contours to the space you nail it in so it can hold. Also soft to bend it around the pipe with out dislodging it. The twist on the long part gives it some ridgidness so not to bend when hammering it in.. that one you found has not been used yet. Really cool find. Especially as new never used. That also means there is a building near by. Also with a brick building they would have anticipated where the down spouts or plumbing pipes would go and the Mason would stick a piece of wood cut to the mortar width in those location. Then it would be pulled out later or a hard metel nail would just be nailed into the wood.. hope I helped .

[@littleSallyJo]

Brad, your videos just keep getting better & better--everything about them: the videography, the fabulous original music, the rhythm & flow. Just SO ENJOYABLE!! Thank you so much for these experiences!!

[@flthunderdigginwrob3162]

Sally, I second that, every week. How can he keep topping himself!!!

[@GMMD]

Thank you, Sally!

[@tim9430]

Once again, I almost felt like I was there in the woods with you. You really have a talent for sharing the whole experience. Thanks!

[@wildlifewhiskey3636]

Coffee and watching someone dig in the dirt is my favorite way to start a weekend mornin. Great Vid man

[@robertstdon9280]

Iam doing the same

[@rickmurray442]

@@robertstdon9280 me too, but I've got fruit cake with my coffee.

[@robertstdon9280]

@@rickmurray442 thats alright. Fruitcake is good .

[@Oldgringo47]

Great video. I like that you don't waste time with a lot of boring stuff leading up to your finds.

[@sissinoklahoma2057]

You're such a great teacher, when that silver coin popped up, I said "that's a half real!" so proud of myself LOL I'm laughing at myself now because I literally had never seen one before watching your channel. Great job, Brad. Thanks for the glimpse outdoors in amidst us all suffering from cabin fever this winter! I so appreciate you filming these and stockpiling them for our enjoyment all winter.

[@musicluvr70]

I said the same thing! LOL

[@aurinslady7119]

Add me to the list! I now have the metal detecting bug. LOL

[@TheCount46]

First time to view one of your videos, Brad. Your description of the finds indicates that you are quite knowledgeable of the time period they were created. You also have an easy going manner in explaining your finds which makes it more enjoyable over others who have listed videos on their finds. Thank you and I hope to see more of them in the future.

[@GMMD]

Glad to hear you enjoyed it, George!

[@paulstan9828]

Always fun watching you detect a forgotten location. Thanks for being so welcoming and taking us along.

[@donutdunker9877]

I just love the music you play in your videos. Lots better than other metal detecting shows from other states.

[@victorsalamone3474]

I love love love finding reals.... happend to me a few weeks back, 1790 2 Real, along with some old left facing large coppers, a barber dime, roto bells, and rat tail spoons, etc..... Watching your videos is the next best thing when nature won't allow me to get out there.... My heart pumps over time, every time i watch you dig your gems!!!! You pick the right places to hunt, similar to what I do. I think we might have briefly met out there once - in 21' at one of my favorite spots for gold....😂.. maybe I'll see you out there again, I'll say hello... lol... Keep posting your content, I love what you doing and all the history yet to discover!!!!

[@kennysherrill6542]

Great finds Brad, yes the silver coin was breath taking, a lot of people never get excited about anything, that coin traveled a long way. I think of all the people who handled that coin in the day. I feel for the one who lost it, the hard work to earn it, the food to feed your family lost and never found. History Brad, your out there finding it, living it, sorry you have to hear from the trolls. Keep on doing what your doing, I and others here support what and how you run your channel. Big fan.👍🇺🇸

[@emo8377]

Parkway church of Christ

[@dirtdiggindawg310]

Gr8 vid Brad.Ive recently contacted the local historian in my home town to start researching the early days of settlers there. It is so exciting ! Back in November i started detecting one of the first homes and found a pewter pea whistle belonging to a 1775 Rev. War officer! I'd like yo thank you for insperation to start the research end of my journey! GL and HH.

[@joejackson9343]

Thanks for taking us along on your adventure. Your story and finds are unbelievable. You are the best.

[@metaldetectingengland]

Hello from England UK . Great to see you finding your lost early historical items from the soil you certainly had some unusual finds there ! I liked the little boys toy hammer ..I can imagine his grandpa making it for his grandson and no doubt it was the little boys favourite toy ..watching his Dad or grandpa building something and joining in the fun ! Great job there and great video content. Regards A&S Dorset UK .PS we had gold and huge silver coin this week was a great day.

[@michaelfitzgerald434]

That half real was really something. Minted in Mexico City and found in the hills of Vermont. Quite a journey. If it could only talk!

[@suziperret468]

Uncovering history is amazing. Just imagining who wore the shoe buckle or wore the brooch or held the coins a couple of hundred years ago is the real story. Thanks for discovering ,what was of ordinary importance ,in times gone by.

[@buckrockerm]

The mini hammer/nail looking item reminds me of a small hammering device we used on a black powder rifle to separate the barrel from the stock. However ours were made of brass or harder metal. I am not sure what they would have looked like in the 1700’s. We call them wedge pin hammers.

[@williegogomcneil7502]

I was thinking the lead hammer was part of the bell striking system on an old clock. Thanks for sharing your adventures with us. I always feel I am right there with you when you discover things in the ground

[@Snarkapotamus]

Those don't normally have claws. That looked like either a pin hammer or maybe a child's toy..

[@PDMTRCPT]

Another phenomenal video Brad. You need your own show on the history channel. Your knowledge and demeanor truly enhances your credibility. Thanks for sharing your experiences, the information you provide is priceless.

[@rd-tb1uw]

Nice finds. Like that you take time to look at the nature around you.

[@fairyGrandmother]

You have the best show on the tube! TFS Hugs! And you have a very sweet family!

[@GMMD]

Thanks Marg!

[@chrispyskiwiadventures3583]

Absolutely stunning country with some beautiful finds bro👍👍 research certainly pays off

[@stephen12264]

Hey Brad I hate it when we have to roll the clock back an hour you know that when it happens that summer is over and cold dark days are ahead. Then when spring rolls around and we set the clock back forward it's time to start looking forward to the warm beautiful days ahead of us and the great hunting to come. I hibernate through the winter as much as I can. Lol.

[@camillefulton7709]

ABSOLUTELY THRILLED FOR WITH YOUR FINDS, BELOW THE GROUND, BUT LOVE PICS OF FUNGI WHATEVER ABOVE GROUND TOO. HAPPY HUNTING. CAMILLE AUSTRALIA.

[@margaretphipps2494]

Great outing Brad some intriguing finds. Xxx 🇮🇲

[@sandyhansen]

What awesome finds!!! You and Eddie should go back up there and really comb the area. We love your videos, the education of our history, your music, and all the wonderful landscape pictures. Thanks for all you do!! Ron and Sandy😁

[@20greeneyes20]

Brad actually makes the music himself

[@TeresaChagnon]

This has to be one of my favorite videos that you have made. The 2 different buckles the half Spanish Riale? I so hope you made it back there in the4 intervening years. What an adventure!! Thank you for your zest and passion for all things .

[@donnaj.1634]

I am enjoying your videos! Thank you 😊

[@twots22]

Very nice finds! VT provides! Keep rocking! That buckle is a museum piece.

[@royal4463]

great job as usual story telling research and videoing love every one of your episodes

[@VickieV1333]

I just discovered your channel and I could not be happier! What a fabulous place YOU discovered. Exceptional finds, congratulations. I’ll be back...

[@keithfagan5424]

You would make a great history teacher to kids, you have my attention 100%

[@daianmata5945]

Love your programs ! 🌱🕯🕊🎶🎹🎧

[@pjfoltz8810]

Very nice finds today. Enjoyed the walk in the woods!

[@therealwillywacker]

Great finds Brat! One looks like a toy hammer for children, the other looks like the end of a curtain rod or a shepherd's stick. Thanks for sharing, nice weekend!

[@jimgriffiths9071]

Brat? Hahhaha.....

[@jennymisteqq695]

Jim Griffiths I know! How insulting! Poor Brad.

[@allieregan5045]

Thanks for taking us along....well done

[@pettyeddie2000]

Good morning Brad !!!! Some cool finds in todays video. I can't wait till Spring so you can get back out there and post more of my favorite Friday videos !!! Take care and say Hello to Eddie !!

[@mariobujold5038]

Love your videos,the way you explain how,when,who,where,I'm learning a lot just watching your video, keep on the good work.

[@kayesdigginit1519]

Congrats on your surprise silver 1/2 Reale find 😀 awesome!!! Beautiful shoe buckles and the musket piece! The scissors, the musket ball and the buttons 👍 Two whatsit items and the bird band. You again found where you read about; this is what I love about your content. You don't just find out/read about it, you go out and locate, hunt and usually come away with the relics showing life was happening there 👍😀 Best channel on KZbin by far my friend ☺

[@LaurelLewis-k6t]

Love finding whatsits!!

[@jasperscott5426]

I enjoy your hunts and the peaceful atmosphere 🙂👍.

[@JamesJohnson-nu2km]

Thanks bud you really cause my curiosity of history to buy a detector and get out there. Wisconsin has a history deep in trading for and ethnic settlements. Thanks J.J.

[@jenniferworks821]

I'm in love with your videos. I very much enjoy watching them.

[@slagman163]

Nice video Brad, good content and time. Keep them coming! Have a great day!!!🤪

[@michaelolsen2348]

Golly! That half Reale was gorgeous! So much detail. Had to have been dropped in 1810 or earlier. Amazing hunt. This is quickly becoming my favorite channel. It's got my 2 favorite things......metal detecting and forests. The music's relaxing too.

[@outlawjjsmith]

Brad Awesome finds, thanks for taking us on this hunt Dont give up on this place. I'm sure there is more.

[@christineingram55]

You have had some really great finds here..I love seeing what history is found just under the ground 😀

[@YsabetJustYsabet]

Oh man, THAT was a good video! Working a mystery, not solving it but finding bits and pieces of it, that's one of the best things I can think of. Out here in AZ where I live, that's why I go looking for Native American petroglyphs-- the mystery of them. Loved the buckles and that beautiful little coin; as for the twisty thing, I have no idea; maybe a mirror-handle? The weird little lead thing looks for all the world like a child's toy hammer-- maybe something a hunter was making to give his kid when he came back into town? Seems a bit unlikely, but who knows? Or it could be scrap lead that someone was carrying with them to use for repairs, as it was a useful thing to have. In any case, thanks for the video; your photography was, as always, stellar, and I loved the opening music-- it had a very nice sound.

[@Lougallops]

Your videos are poignant and uplifting and educational but still great fun. Thanks again Brad. Some truly incredible finds. Keep us posted about the bird band please.

[@Bravesdarrell8552]

I look forward to seeing your videos keep up the great work !!!!!

[@bryankitchen555]

Great Video, keep up the great work ! I really enjoy your videos. Thanks Bryan Kitchen / Houston Texas

[@GreeneGene33]

your videos are always entertaining!!!! Thanks so much

[@gregpatz9794]

You had a great hunt what awesome place to metal detect

[@hooper4581]

Wow what a hunt ! Outstanding brad ! As always it’s a pleasure to watch. Your production abilities are impressive. Thanks again for taking us along. Carry on winter is almost coming to an end

[@marymisdom3955]

Amazing assortment of treasures. Love the musket part. I always enjoy the scenery. Thank you.

[@AcrossthePlains]

Absolutely love that ram rod thimble! Glad I've been watching you, I wouldn't have recognized it otherwise! Amazing recovery man...

[@joyceclark8476]

Hi Brad, great everything! Friday is always Green Mountain Metal Detecting Day! Later.. Joyce. ARROW *🎱🇺🇸

[@coloringwithd]

What exciting finds in this video. Love watching you. Thank you for sharing 🌞🌞🌞

[@scottcarter90]

That was a very good hunt! I love how you have access to a lot of history. Awesome little silver!

[@philipwolf1556]

sweet finds never get tired of your videos thanks brad

[@gillianwalker4766]

great finds Brad! Very good video as usual!!

I watched an antique road show episode, window's husband collected shoe buckles, they were beautiful. I love it when you find them, they are so personal, and seem so impractical since so many are found.

[@williamalvey632]

What a brilliant hunt Brad I like you tell us the history as you hunt well doe to some amazing finds

[@SueGirling68]

Hi, at 5:02 it looks for all the world like a mini claw hammer but I suspect it's not as you said it was quite malleable. Those scissors look very much like old sewing scissors. The curio you found bottom left of the finds at 19:16 I believe is an old fire poker handle ????. Some fantastic and interesting finds, congrats on the Real. Thanks for sharing. x

[@johnwilliamson2276]

Great video! I love your channel! Don't stop what you are doing, you have it right!

[@GMMD]

Thanks, John!

[@patshelton3712]

Thank you so much for the video, I love everything about it. The music, nature, your finds, along with educating us! You're the best.

[@rubberbandshee2188]

Nice to find you channel glad to see someone local out there checking around for old items. So much to learn and fun to watch.

[@larrystephens7437]

I can only assume that you do this but can you share with us how you document your finds. What you do is an important part of Vermont history and knowing where each and every item you find comes from will be important to the next Brad that comes after you. To you, each item is a treasure with a story but without the documented history many of the items will only be junk in a box a hundred years from now. I look forward to watching each and every story you bring to us.... Thanks...

[@trolltaker]

I second that! Also how he displays them. That would make a great vlog video.

[@teenapittman4241]

I also agree. Maybe he should notify a historical society or museum of some type and let them know about this documented, physically and written , piece of history.

[@baystateplugflipper7061]

Nice job Brad, love that VT coppah!!!!

[@williamfox4041]

Always enjoy watching your videos. Love it when you tell the history of the site. You always are finding such interesting historical artifacts. The lead piece is probably a toy hammer. To bend any brass stuff back into shape heat it with a low temperature torch as you would used for soldering . To put back the pantima on the item ( the green color ), dig a hole around 8 inches deep and 8 x 8 inches wide ( bigger and deeper depending on the size of object ) , line with clay . Take sand ( like from a sand box ) , fill the whole half full then cover with sand. Save a gallon milk jug with your piss and pour around a third of it over the sand pit with same amount of water. . Re wet area every other day with small amount of piss and water. Do it FG or a month to six weeks and color should have returned. Good luck and great hunting. Bill Fox of Desert Fox Adventures.

[@johnfitzgerald7034]

Congratulations, great finds ! I'm in Sussex county Delaware. I find alot of colonial artifacts, it's just amazing. I , like you research where I am going and also always am a conservationist. Great job 👍👍 keep on digging

[@kaseythomas9646]

Here in Minn. we're having a break from the winter blahs, it will be near 40 degrees. And, it's sunny! But nice waking up to your video!

[@johnnyreb6823]

Here in Louisiana, we’re getting NO break from the winter blahs..It’s going to get down to near 40 degrees tonight, and that’s just too damned cold!

[@miltonroberts7948]

Some GREAT finds, Brad. And I can always count on some gorgeous pictures of the scenic and closeup scenes of the area.I have been a photographer since age 12 and people used to be puzzled because I could easily switch from scenics to very close shots of things.You need them to understand the big scenes better.

[@gregperry8518]

You make amazing videos it just puts you in the moment the music and your over all presentation is great....AWESOME Finds i would definitely go back there again...thanks for sharing with all of us and good luck on future digs.

[@GMMD]

Thank you, Greg!

[@gigistar649]

Another great hunt Brad, thanks for taking us along.

[@derek7521]

A FANTASTIC day in any relic hunters book ! It's almost spring 😎 I CANT WAIT !!!!!!!

[@alhowry6548]

You are a smart KZbinr holding such a great video back for the slower winter months. Your research is the reason you are so interesting to watch! Great finds too.

[@jeffadams7]

Gotta hit that place a couple more times Brad, if you haven’t already. Excellent finds! Thank you for all your hard work!

[@franielee38]

Certainly enjoy your videos!!! Very interesting and entertaining for this old lady!!!

[@marlenebowan2799]

I could watch every day. Such fantastic photography, great commentary. Really like the way you research a site to know the story, so you can connect the finds to real people. Wish there was a way to see back into past to illustrate your stories. Thank you so much.

[@GMMD]

Thank YOU, Marlene!

[@rogerdempsey7227]

I see some of your videos last year. I enjoyed them. 👍

[@jamesmassey6690]

Much appreciated from this ole country boy way down here in Southwest Tennessee Keep up the good work 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@jeramymccoy9937]

Great finds and another adventure under the belt. Great job thanks for the entertainment!!

[@reginaromsey]

Beautiful photography! Came for the lure of treasure hunting, stay for the time spent looking at lovely scenery photographed by someone special.

[@robertfit1]

I like the way you tie your metal detecting in with your historical research and make a personal connection with the past. I have read old, obscure books of little towns in my area of Florida and have discovered hidden treasures of all kinds. Thanks for sharing!

[@g.s.7022]

Thank you for showing these interesting finds. Nice video and great historical explanations that I'm always very interested in. Good luck finding old books during preparation and then digging in the places. 🤩☘️💫👍

[@lakeverna]

I'm impressed with the professional way you conduct your outings. When I view each outing, you make me feel like I'm right there with you. You seem to go the extra mile by placing your tripod and camera in positions which show you walking up the path/trail and also while you are swinging your detector back and forth. I can only imagine how many hours of editing time it takes for each 20 minute episode you share with us. You far about distance any of the other diggers I've viewed on youtube. Thank you.

[@GMMD]

Thanks, Steve!

[@myers0062]

Awesome hunt. Thanks for takeing me with

[@dwightpickens2895]

Brad great video and awesome scenery and SWEET finds

[@ErlefromVa]

Awesome day of relic hunting! Thanks for sharing ! Love the ramrod guide and shoe buckles!

[@steveclark4291]

Thank you again for another great adventure and some awesome finds ! If you go back again you might find more coins one will never know unless you try ! Take care and stay safe out there !

[@jengalloway4961]

Great stuff. I hope that you are able to revisit this area again someday. Thanks for sharing

[@ChasingAlabama]

Why do you not have millions of subscribers. Your videos are almost ASMR I enjoy every bit of them.and the history you explain with the hunt is amazing. Keep up the good videos man GL&HH

[@tincuptimmetaldetecting9259]

Nice hunt brad! Congrats on the 1/2 Reale! Very cool relics. All the best! GL&HH!

[@Valcour]

Another awesome video, Brad! Just be reading about an old site and the light goes on, "I have permission to hunt there!" Too cool!

[@musicluvr70]

This is what I was waiting for! The fact that you uncovered some cool things is an added bonus. I was never interested in History when I was in school (a long time ago), but you sure do make it interesting. If only History teachers could make it this exciting. Thank you for sharing.

[@uxb1112]

Not interested in history? Guess you didn't have a job that gave you satisfaction, then?!

[@musicluvr70]

@@uxb1112, As a matter of fact I didn't have a job that gave me satisfaction fifty years ago, "When I was in high school".

[@uxb1112]

@@musicluvr70 deliberately "mistaking" the intent of a sentence neither increases one's intelligence nor comedy rating

[@musicluvr70]

@@uxb1112, sure... OK.

[@hillbillyohio513]

Awesome video and great finds!