Sniping for gold, here are the basics

[@charleswilson1063]

Can't watch this guy and not want to jump in the river. He is one of those that is born with a special knack. Awesome.

[@PioneerPauly]

I squeaked like a bat when I saw that you had another video up. That was a great day and now I wont be able to sleep. Thanks for keeping the fever going for us 👊

[@tdiron5277]

Soooo mr pauly do you have a date when you will visit these guys ? Jeff did mention something about a plan ??? The suspense will kill me ....when will we see the toque and bathrobe wandering these rivers ???

[@adamsyt9969]

You're always welcome here California Pauly, your vids are awesome too.

[@PioneerPauly]

Well I have been trying to get out there since 2017 but just couldn't get things to line up on my end. As it stands at the moment, next spring I will be in California 🇺🇸!

[@adamsyt9969]

@@PioneerPauly awesome, I know some claims and other spots out here if you do make it to Cali.

[@Smithsgold]

PioneerPauly I’m already looking forward to next year !!!!

[@Blue-qr7qe]

'Very thankful to have someone as experienced and knowledgeable as yourself, who's willing to share. Really, thanks Gary, for being so generous with the thing you love to do.

[@2DEKAY]

Can anyone add anything to this video? These are the best source for great sniping info, which means we are all the best people to talk to about this stuff so spread some more info and comment what else could be helpful for others!

[@trevorwhat]

Brilliant instruction. You're a superior teacher, Gary.

[@m8s4lif]

At 18:30 just to the left of the piece of gold that you got, it looked like another little nugget in that small crevice. Maybe, maybe not. Thanks for allowing us all to go along with you on your sniping adventure.

[@MOTOMINING]

Going sniping for the first time today! 5AM, and I'm so excited I'm wide awake ! That bar is hard to find in Canada. I did eventually find one at Midland Tools in Courtenay BC.

[@toomaskotkas4467]

Your Sniping videos are my favorite type of videos on your channel. You do good filming and you do an excellent job explaining of what is going on on the screen.

[@JeffButterworth-z5v]

I carry 4 tools for broad search snipping. Sucker bulb, rock hammer with sharp tip, pry bar, and a special snipe crevice tool made out of 1/2 in. Rebar

[@penzman]

Some things lying around I set aside or pick up for crevices, old pain roller handles, you can bend them the way you want. Don't worry about the end not being flat, it'll flatten on it's own, you can grind them too.

[@adambaker1265]

Thanks Gary seen you had a video up this morning and like Pioneer poly I got all excited so I got me a nice cuppa coffee sat down and watched i'm glad you got to get out this weekend your KZbin channel has helped me in so many ways can't thank you enough

[@robinjeffryes2575]

A Gary I started on your old videos and watched a lot working my way to your most recent videos and you made a lot of videos all your videos are grate you got your shit together. You keep making them I'll keep watching them thanks brother you keep on trucking bro. Rob from Fresno California.

[@daveshue3829]

Virtually everything I know about finding gold I learned from watching your videos over the last couple years. Thanks for being so generous with your knowledge. It’s evident that you love what you do and that’s what makes your videos so easy to watch. Looking forward to the next one! Thanks so much Gary!

[@garrickdries3115]

Great video Gary! Especially liked the sidebar comments while underwater explaining the finer points of what you were doing. Nice take!

[@Aco747lyte]

Good practical advice there Gary, especially first removing the bottle beneath your sleeve. For me, it's not the price of gold, but the excitement of sniping it. Finding a gram or more could take hours; in very cold water, taking long hours makes for a very good night's sleep at the end of the day by the campfire. Thank you Gary for inspiring my preteen girl and her best friend. It pleases me so much when we hand down our knowledge to young learners. All the very best!

[@carvinlambert6899]

thank you Gary for the new video to watch....i hope your Father is fine and all's well with you.. it's so nice to relax and watch you out there doing what you really enjoy. stay safe my friend.

[@bowhunter_vavirginia6189]

Another great video! If I could share one thing from a bad experience I had. When in the field, always use plastic vials. More than once I have dropped a glass vial, and broke it. Not such a big deal if you are getting bigger pickers, but it can ruin your day if you drop a vial with very fine gold. I drill a hole in the plastic vial cap then epoxy a small stainless steel eyebolt. This will allow you to attach a piece of paracord so you can wear it around your neck. Thanks for taking the time to put out some very cool videos!

[@Smithsgold]

Bowhunter_va Virginia good advice !!!

[@bzouK]

I'm following from Portugal, learning so I can put it into practice one day. There are not exactly the same conditions as in other countries, but gold is registered in various parts of the country. If anyone reads the commenter and is in Portugal, say something.

[@watermain48]

What a fantastic lesson Gary. Thanks for taking the time to share it with us.

[@chrismyers9273]

Dude! You are in excellent shape, you can't fool this old timer from Fairbanks. I love all of your videos and thanks. I now live in Va.Beach.

[@haskellfilmz]

Documented on October 8th 2018 - The day I found my best dig so far and I didn't even have to dig! 1915 french gold coin! Looks like brand new!

[@insolentstickleback3266]

Good Moring! Just the thing with a cup of coffee. Great video Gary, I enjoyed that excellent underwater footage, thank you! The gold was darn pretty too, thanks for sharing.

[@tdiron5277]

Always a good time watching you . Thank You Gary .

[@myhandyman1]

Good under water filming I get excited when I spotted that Nugget. Two Thumbs Up!

[@pauljacobs8073]

Thought I would see if there was anything I had missed on your vids. This one is great! You posted it just before my kidney and cancer got removed. (talk about hosing up sniping season!) That is why I missed it I guess... You gotta come up to my claim late next season to snipe. I think your scale will make you smile that day. Thanks again for sharing some really good info.

[@johnnydelgrady]

Gary, you are my idol. I love your videos almost as much as i love the shiny stuff.

[@74KU]

12:39 big grey pebble in the bottom left.. near the right hand bottom edge about 3/4 along.

[@cynthiaherr9029]

Great job out there Gary..Great haul..Have a great week..Take Care

[@jamesbranson883]

Two toes I love your educational aspect to your videos. I'm new to snipping got 14 grams this summer. Thanks for the knowledge.

[@maxsands3861]

Nice video Gary, thanks for teaching your techniques, That's the same spot I keep gold rings when I'm diving, right in the sleeve of my wetsuit in a little pouch.

[@2Qwk2C]

Another excellent vid Gary. Thank you for enlightening us on what's actually needed for sniping, it was a real heads-up. It's something I haven't tried yet and can't wait to give it a go. Look forward to your next posting :)

[@californiamotherlodeprospect]

Great video Gary, I like the tip on keeping your vial in the suit like you do, great thinking!

[@lesterrobinson1310]

EXCELLENT GOLD Recovery Gary!! Really HELPFUL with the Actual Instruction METHODS and the Recommended TOOLS to Use!! Many THANKS, NamVetLesTreasureSeeker.

[@swbogie]

Great video! I have that prybar and love it. Gotta keep that sharp point covered with plastic tube when walking around with it. One time I slipped on a rock and thought i was going to fall on it. I threw it from my hand real quick to avoid Impailing myself.

[@Smithsgold]

Stephen Bogel yep it also makes a good weapon to fight of the Bears !!!

[@goldpanr]

Top notch vid Gary. You are teaching a lot of people great trade secrets, but afterall, thats what its all about. Thanks for your willingness to share with everybody!!

[@Outlander-51]

Your sniping videos are by far the most interesting videos you do....

[@jimgriffiths9071]

Just love seeing that shiney hiding down there at the bottom of the crack! These are my favorite videos short of the 40' hole of last year....

[@rrminingsupplies6614]

How did I not see this one 4 months ago!!! Good stuff as always. thanks

[@jarodphillips1249]

Another fantastic video Gary! Thanks so much for taking the time to teach!

[@DamonFeyOutdoors]

Fantastic tutorial two toes. Gonna have to get a crevicing tool like that and find a spot here on the east fork san gabriel river to practice on. Not gonna surf again until the weather is warmer so I can put my wetsuit to other uses. You make it seem easy, but that's just reading the area right. Thanks for sharing

[@scotchstephens1763]

Always a great video now im going to go finish cleaning out a few of my own crevices tomorrow

[@au_rockn6797]

Looks like you picked the right spot!...well done Gary 👍

[@zazamicofifi]

Thanks Gary, you are meant to be a teacher!

[@Page-mm9sq]

Fatntastic! Over 3 grams! That’s 3 days sniping for me here in Coloma! (Terrible but I’ll take it). Excellent video work again Sir, your becoming a pro at this and a whole generation of young miners are going to be thanking you, P pauly and Dave McCracken. You guys are the tip of the spear.

[@Anders4771]

So is sniping legal as long as it's an open unclaimed, stream like on BLM land?

[@johnhoughton9013]

Have been hoping you were going to post another video...great stuff

[@hanshart1472]

Great video Gary! Happy Holidays!

[@SRTKOVA]

Ever notice the smaller channels have so much more info and better “tips and tricks” than the much bigger channels

[@anthonywill9672]

Awesome video. Good instructions, simple. Good finds!!!

[@asleepinthealley]

Thank you, I always look forward to your videos.

[@Stan_L]

Great video! Thanks for sharing your adventure.

[@paddysdaddy553]

Another great video! Sitting down here in the flat lands (east bay area) wishing I was up there with you. If ya ever want someone to help haul your gear and ask you a million questions (Haha) just holler. Great job as usual! Thanks for sharing.

[@slackwaterplacer]

This was a great way to start off the morning ! thank you and keep em coming !

[@onearmedman9042]

I appreciate what you're doing and showing us. I drive bus in Denali, AK in the summer and finally coming out of my hibernation in Fairbanks currently. I am inspired to do some sniping in my off time this summer. I think I saw a USMC shirt on another video. Semper Fi brother

[@patdriver5696]

You are an amazing teacher. Thank you for sharing

[@dobos420]

Great video Man. Ive learned so much from watching your channel. I think I like your sniping and crevicing videos the best but I enjoy all of your videos. Thank you for sharing. Peace ✌

[@Freespiritangel61]

You got to read my comment to Jeff LOL. Beautiful gold Gary I look forward to your next video.

[@TwoToes]

LOL you caught on to my evil plan, have to stay ahead on the gold count. Funny thing, this coming monday, if I get it done, I am going to post a video on the boil hole.

[@Freespiritangel61]

I saw what you did distract him and get him preoccupied with a boil hole then take off to get the gold! The sad thing is you made it look so simple to do... poor Jeff. Here I am picking on him again. Awesome plan Gary he is giving up for this year he say's he is looking forward to next year. In a previous comment to him I told him not to hold his breath for 2019 or 2020. LOL

[@BruceschultzAU]

Nice lil hunks Allright mate Good to see you out , and ahead of Jeff again. Cheers Bruce

[@Smithsgold]

he was ahead before this anyways !!!!

[@BruceschultzAU]

@@Smithsgold you made him nervous last season mate. Hes putting in more effort now 😉 Good luck.

[@Smithsgold]

BruceSchultzAu if I can make him a little nervous then I feel good !!!!! We have fun with it for sure !!!!

[@haskellfilmz]

I was also happy to see this video today, but Gary and everyone, I need to share what happened to me today directly after watching this video. Even though I live in the middle of the city, Tucson Az. I was triggered that much that I got my pick and knife and metal detecter and went to my local wash which now goes under the mall, and I searched for maybe some good sand under the big rocks in the wash! Now we did have a bunch of rain the last two days and this wash was probably 2 foot high of water yesterday, but today is just a big pool of water next to the concrete. anyway I was finding trash but my labrador was loving the water and I even noticed a fresh quarter or something shining back heavy in the sun that was at the bottom of this pool. So I stayed for awhile, found nothing and almost forgot about the quarter so right before I leave I grab the coin. Wow! It was what appeared to be a brand new coin, I'll show you as I will make a video about this tonight, but it was a 1915 French Gold Coin! A small one just over 1/10th Oz but OMG! It appears to be in perfect condition and it was so bright nobody could have missed it! Wow! So Gary, You literally got me fired up so much I went on an impossible gold search and I came home with a 1915 gold coin within a hour and a half!

[@TwoToes]

Congratulations on a great find. People ask me if there is still treasure to be found, you will never know unless you look!

[@goldbunny1973]

That's brilliant!, and can I just point out after commenting on this in another of Gary's videos - You evidently **can't** downvote everyone equally on YT. I just tested you; I upvoted then downvoted, and it DID affect your rating when I downvoted you; I left it at upvote : ) I recently observed that you can't downvote everyone; In conjunction with noticing someone sneakily UNsubscribed me from Gary's videos, that''s both suspicious, & alarming. You can't downvote Josef Prusa?? Why the hell not. ("ELECTORAL VOTE") At least inn the USA you get to keep your Finds. The Crown takes everything here (albeit paying "Fair Market Value" for it)...

[@bedrockbennett1827]

Nice .....good to see you on the gold again

[@DiscGolfAU]

Great video. Thanks for the tips regarding the tools.

[@bo49685]

Those were some really nice pieces of gold....GREAT JOB👍

[@thesurfingprospector6345]

That was AWSOME Two toes Just love that way of finding gold Thanks for the tag along yew Crouch Oz

[@josephkolodziej3748]

I really enjoyed the narration while sniping. It was very informative. Great job😎👍

[@johntaylor4638]

Gary, great video and I really like the instructional value of this one. Trying to figure out where we have bedrock exposed like down here in SoCal so I can put this to good use! Keep up the great work!

[@Smithsgold]

John Taylor good luck John !!

[@triplebacon1]

Absolutely top Notch informative Brilliance Gary!!! Very cool ;-)!!!

[@scottjiricek4866]

You ever see trout while you're sniping or do any fishing. Most of those creeks look pretty fishy!

[@TwoToes]

Most all of the streams are full of trout. If you move the rocks they will swarm you looking for the bugs.

[@MadScientistProspecting]

I wish we had the water to do stuff like that. During summer the flows slow down so much and the turbidity would mean I wouldn't be able to see a thing.

[@sfbfriend]

LOL funny old man, as usual, its the next morning! Ive come to expect that with you Gary and of course a quality video. Thanks, you do use some good helpful advice not doubt from years of experience. I, and I assume many others here appreciate what you are doing. Thanks again..I am also very jealous of where you live. I familiar with the area, not as much as you but enough to know its damn nice. Heavy pans, you deserve it.

[@geojoe5325]

Awesome as always. Gotta love that "Mother Load" country. 👍

[@aarontoddadventures3817]

Thank you for another great video. I can't wait until the next one.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Really interesting video Gary. I am getting into sniping and your tips are always useful . That spot look amazing too , the boulders in the gorge looked massive.

[@inquisitivealbertan1712]

Excellent video. As usual. I always learn a lot from your videos.Thanks for sharing.

[@famousfoodd.i.y3737]

I just love your videos mate, by far my favourite american prospecting channel. You're the real deal 👍, can't wait for the next one👌 p.s more snipping videos pls.

[@Smithsgold]

there are more coming !!!!

[@scottk1525]

Thanks for this. Would be great to learn a little about how you choose a river and a particular stretch of river from home (Google maps and what not.) There are a lot of videos explaining how to spot good areas once you're on the river, but what kind of signals bring you to that location in the first place? Cheers.

[@rastamanralph6670]

Brilliant educational video as always.Cheers👍u make it look so easy to pull a few grams out every time u go out😉✌

[@ronnyvalomoncom]

Interesting as allways, greetings and best wishesfrom Norway.

[@Smithsgold]

How much Gold is there in Norway ?

[@navagatingthroughthebeasts2908]

Old Two toes makes this look easy , dude is a stud

[@stevenhigby3512]

Really cool video would love to see some more great finds just goes to the 49ers didn't get it all

[@Smithsgold]

Another Great video and yes He's still ahead on the Gold count !!!!

[@Freespiritangel61]

Jeff you really need to click those ruby red slippers of yours together and keep repeating I want some more gold I want some more gold. maybe it will happen! LOL Gary found some beautiful gold. Good luck Jeff....

[@Smithsgold]

Freespiritangel61 thanks but I know what video’s are coming and how much Gold Gary finds in them so I’m going to relax till the first of the year and start anew !!!! But I could use those slippers for new year !!!!

[@ronalddvorak1967]

Enjoy all your video.

[@tghodosko7259]

you have restored my hope brother

[@gold-denprospecting8066]

Hi TT, Would be nice to find some gold like that, Not a lot of nuggets in my area just small alluvial stuff. Thanks for the show. Dennis

[@jmthalifemusic3939]

The Best Prospector by far.....

[@Yulio4769]

Hello my friend Wow! Awesome video 👋, really awesome size gold. Thanks for the video and the tips. God bless.

[@tammypatton8800]

You have the best videos ever thank you so much ⛏

[@petekobraoutdoors7324]

That's awesome. For my first time I'm going to try snipping. Looks like you did well

[@boneyfreak9197]

Gotta be carefull with the impact tools using a sledge. I had and estwing chip and it went through my levis, my thermals and 3/8" into my thigh. Luckily I had my forceps and suture kit and was able to pull it out instead of driving all the way to Marshall Hosp. and waste a few hours.

[@dagreynolds8013]

Entertaining, inspiring and informative. Thank you from sunny Norway!

[@j.c6929]

Great video mate.

[@35andsolid]

nice camera work , cheers

[@danebender6166]

That was the best video mate, you have taught me so much, thanks Gary

[@cjsoutdoors4412]

You did great Gary!... I have a feeling Jeff has some catching up to do... a lot! LOL 🤠⚒🇺🇸

[@Smithsgold]

ChrisWanz Outdoor Adventures yep wait till you see what he gets in the upcoming video’s !!!! That’s what you get when you go with the best prospector around !!!! 24 years for me and I’m always learning more and more from him !!!

[@sumrica]

Love that intro music!

[@kevinpattrick2304]

Good morning, u make awsome videos thankyou for sharing. Just a note listening to what ur saying about safety all true but also dont forget to mention snakes in water/was up on my claim in siskiyou county and a snake was following me in the water not good when ur affraid of snakes lol. Keep up the great videos

[@TwoToes]

Years ago, when we were mining on the Yuba river, I came into camp and there was a rattlesnake next to our stove. I took a stick and flip him into the creek. I figured by the time he get out of the water he will be far enough down stream we won't have to worry about him. I had no idea my brother was standing in the middle of the creek panning about 75 yards down stream. Iater that evening he was telling us about this rattlesnake that came swimming by him. I asked him how much he had to drink - rattlesnakes don't swim down rivers.

[@kevinpattrick2304]

@@TwoToes Im going up to my claim in siskiyou county this weekend if i see a snake ill put on video dang slithery things. What kind of camera do u use for posting on you tube? Im gonna try and do a review on the flow pan and u need some advise and camera usage. Thankyou

[@TwoToes]

My main camera is a Canon 80D. I use a couple of gopro's for under water.

[@pattylevasseur2645]

i sure learn alot from you gary thank you for taking us along;];];]

[@GramCanyonSam]

Great information Gary thank you for sharing your wisdom. I see you were out with your buddy the other day! Cheers heavy pans!

[@TwoToes]

Do you know when you might be back out here?

[@GramCanyonSam]

@@TwoToes I was actually just out for 9 days to prospect some land in forest .ca. And did some quick trips to s Yuba and nf mf American. I should be out around Xmas if all goes well. I just found out I'm having my 3rd child as well!! Maybe a girl! Kalessi "Kali" so pressure is on and times a wasting so lots of concrete days ahead and no mining until I'm back west. I really hope smithsgold and yourself can go out for some bedrock gold when I'm back cheers Gary. P.S I'm working on a "big dig" in a year from now. 49 miners living off the river for 30 days. Old school mining camp etc. And pull off some major work. I have a possible film crew to etc. Just something to think about it would be great to have you down for even a week.

[@BruceschultzAU]

@@GramCanyonSam i know a couple of good bushmen if you need some Aussie help for that dig. But by saying that we wouldn't know what to do if a Bear comes. Just feed it i suppose and run lol

[@GramCanyonSam]

@@BruceschultzAU lol well They won't need to worry about the bears. Tell them come along for the adventure

[@kochese75]

Always great content, thanks!

[@brotherbrando]

You're living my dream old guy

[@goldiswhereyoufindit]

This frickin' channel is awesome.

[@philipmorphew6301]

It appears that sniping is the best way to find nuggets. Another good video. Thanks.!