River Metal Detecting : I Couldn't Believe The Finds!

We are back on the river metal detecting with RelicManMatt. We returned to the relic honey hole and couldn't believe how many relics were left from our first trip. I was able to get some good underwater footage of relics and fish. It was a relic trip for the ages.
As always this is a how to metal detecting outdoor adventure vlog that is family friendly and hopefully a fun video.
About Aquachigger:
I like to make videos that promote my lifestyle of outdoor adventure, metal detecting, yapping, searching for river treasure, SCUBA diving, exploring abandoned places, hiking, caving, caring for animals and pets, and observing the things outdoors that often go unnoticed. I keep my KZbin "Aquachigger" channel family-friendly and hope you subscribe if you like my style.
I hope to see you guys out there!
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[@aquachigger]

Hot dang! RelicManMatt and I got into some more fine relics. This was another trip to remember. I was surprised at how fast the patina (color) of the belt plate and cartridge box plate changed once they were out of the water and exposed to oxygen. I have included pictures of both patinas. Do you prefer the before or after color?

[@andrewcollins7190]

Just thinking that either two dudes defected and threw their stuff in the river, or you found where two dudes drowned... either way, the lore is amazing.

[@jamesbarisitz4794]

Two soldiers ditched all that stuff and skeedaddled, or died there.

[@dougalexander7204]

Congratulations to you and relicmanmike. You were due to find a treasure spot in the river. My sympathy to family and friends of the soldier(s )who may have been lost here.

[@RobbieRayner-tb7ey]

Chigg, your simply the best!! Wouldnt watch anyone else. You rock sir congratulations

[@albertadriftwood3612]

I would assume finding all those artifacts in the water might indicate` the possibility of some amount of mayhem that caused them to be left there. If anyone died on that spot long ago, well, God bless them and I hope they're resting in peace.

[@120watts]

You are absolutely the best relic hunter I've seen. I really enjoy your videos and I'm just amazed at the finds you produce. Stay safe and best of luck.

[@charlesking617]

Beau, do you get tested for exposure to lead with all the civil war relics you’ve handled over the years? Genuine concern, sir.

[@48thstateprospecting]

So the artillery shell dropped in near a couple of (3?) soldiers that were riding in a wagon with cartridge boxes and rifles ect and the concussion broke the wagon spilling the contents and soldiers into the river and one soldier grabbed his buddy by the belt and almost had him to shore when the belt broke and he left it behind as he carried his friend to safety?…… I liked the original color of the red one the other didn’t change much but they both look great regardless comgrats guys what a day. Thanks for sharing see you on the next one 👍🏼👊🏼

[@kennykale6202]

Surprised you didn’t give him that plate. He was all over that.

[@DetectDigSmile]

What a day. The place to be in the heat of the day. Thanks for sharing.

[@johnsmalldridge6356]

Another killer day. So many great finds.

[@johnramirez5032]

I bet he is mot happy that you found 2 US PLATES ! you know how rare those are. They are very valued!

[@downhomedetectorjeffdowns1878]

Wow. A very exciting day! Congratulations!

[@whatsintheplugdetecting23]

All i can say is WOW.. You both had an amazing hunt with crazy super finds. All the best John

[@squirrelorama]

The air was hot, the water was hot, and the diggin' was HOT! Really nice finds, congrats to you both.

[@nathanalmond8280]

Nice day on the river. Awesome finds.

[@scornell66]

Once again....WOW!!! That is an incredible day.....I'd love to know the story behind all those artifacts.....whether it was a wagon tipped over (like you had mentioned) or another story. Very happy for you both and thanks for sharing!!!

[@richardwarnock2789]

Simply Well Done!!! Plus the Blue Gill Have Some Fun As Well!!!; )

[@randyscj429]

Hello Chigg, WOOOHOOO!!! Great finds for sure. Be safe and take care, "God Bless", sincerely, Randy. 😇🙏👊