We Can't Believe What He Found! A Metal Detectorist Searched Our 1879 Abandoned Mansion.

Matt and Nicki are joined by Special Guest, Metal Detecting Phil, as they search the grounds and basement of the previously abandoned 1879 Vahlkamp House, a historic St. Louis mansion built for Henry Vahlkamp, former Vice-President of the Lemp Brewing Dynasty.
Join us as we learn more about the property, it's history, and the special find that inspired Matt's special announcement.
Make sure to stay tuned to the very end for the details and contact Metal Detecting Phil at [e-mail] to help uncover your own unburied treasures!
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[@anotherdayatthefeast8100]

Every kid dreams of being an archaeologist. Phil is living the dream. Fascinating! Great camera work in your video productions btw.

[@metaldetectingphil]

Thank you! In fact, growing up I wanted to be an archaeologist! But metal detecting is as close to that profession as I could manage at the time, and it's been a real blessing for me. :-)

[@pattyruth14]

I’m speculating that the watch was most likely worn as a pin. I was surprised that Matt knew so much about the watch, but after watching the video I understand why he knew so much. Love the research you guys put in to everything.

[@MansardStudios]

Matt here... flattery will get you everywhere.

[@sallyintucson]

I remember my brother having a cap gun in the “60’s. We would take the “caps” and hit them with a hammer on the cement porch. 😂

[@mattmizell7340]

Didn't we all do the same thing? Let's be honest.

[@sallyintucson]

@@mattmizell7340 Our mother would get upset because of the stains the gunpowder left. 😆

[@shellydehart8217]

I remember doing that also with my brother. It was more fun doing it that way as you could hit a lot more caps.

[@naybaby5778]

I can’t believe you custom made watches that you’re giving away! That’s nuts! In the best way. I was surprised and impressed with how Matt could pick up the watch they found and just start talking on it. You could see his love for them. What a fun and amazing thing to be able to have watches custom made for you. The research you guys did on the objects was great. I love trying to piece together the stories behind things so I enjoyed watching you guys do that. Loved the video. Looking forward to catching the premier, next week.

[@cliffhoelzer6895]

Looks like you guys are having so much fun!! Grew up in the early 60's. My grandpa would fill a baseball bank with pennies and then give it to one of periodically. I remember the fun counting the wheat pennies and feeling so rich as a kid with a couple hundred coins!! The watch is fun too! My grandmother from Sweden had a lot of old stuff and pictures! Always fascinating to speculate as a kid who they were!!

[@kennethwilliams7522]

My brothers and I all had cap guns as kids, loved the smell of gunpowder in the morning.

[@borislicina455]

So much interesting stuff that came out of the ground. That token of the baker must be rare by now

[@MansardStudios]

Indeed, not a lot of those around.

[@freetolook3727]

I had my cousin come over to my house with her metal detector hoping we'd find the latest greatest thing but we only found remnants of buried car parts (seems to be a thing in our little city), metal hardware and parts of old toys leftover from seventies. However, I did find an Indian spear head. It's a little longer than an arrowhead. You can tell that it isn't your typical piece of shale rock by the small tool marks along the edges. Looks like a mouse was chewing on it. The funny thing was I was just digging one of the gardens in the weeds and when I pried, this spearhead literally jumped up on my leg. At first I was just going to toss it because you see many similar rocks but something told me to look closer and I'm glad that I did.

[@MansardStudios]

Always look closer before you judge... there's wisdom there.

[@ErinnwithTWOns]

My husband is the great grandchild of Henry Vahlkamp. This is awesome. We are hoping to help with any more info we can give y’all. We are in Texas.

[@MansardStudios]

Hi Erin! Great to hear from you. If you have anything to share, send it to [e-mail]

[@ErinnwithTWOns]

I have given my Hubby your email and we will send any info we have to y’all. So happy to see these videos. Thank you!

[@NancyKatiana]

My husband has taken an interest in watching someone on KZbin restore watches so I somewhat understood the lingo. Great finds! I especially like the wavy edges of the bread token. So whimsical.

[@MansardStudios]

Matt here... I could spend hours watching wrist watch restoration. Thank you Nancy.

[@suzannepolder3929]

My brother-in-law looks just like VahlKamp

[@MansardStudios]

From Phil. He cant seem to comment. "Hi everyone! I'm Phil who metal detected Nicki's and Matt's 1879 Vahlkamp House property recently. In my two visits there, I've had a great time with everyone involved. Not only interacting with such nice folks but also recovering a number of interesting and unusual buried items there. Thanks again Nicki and Matt, I hope to get in a third detecting trip to the Vahlkamp House soon! For everyone here, in decent weather I'm available to detect other private properties in the St. Louis area if emailed for details at "[e-mail]". I turn over everything I find to the property owners unless I'm given permission to keep anything found. Thanks everyone for your comments!"

[@shellydehart8217]

I noticed that right away when Matt took the piece of watch n had this knowledge at what it was n knowing more than likely a modern time. After watching this video I knew he had a thing for watches. I think that’s great. It so good to find some history on these items you found. I’d be tickled to find a old button LOL. Love everything that everyone is doing to make this house a home for Matt n his children. Knowing some knowledge n history that goes with it is a bonus. ♥️😊👍🌟🌟

[@grillingaddictionwithnick4982]

Interesting stuff ! Man im hooked on you guys content! You guys are super awesome as well ! I lost my inherented coin collection from my papa 😳 it was 100 + old silver dollars and some other really neet coins ! I hid them before a party I was throwing in high-school 🤣and could never find them after 🤦‍♂️! Now just a funny dumb memory! Always fun hanging out with you while I watch your videos ! 👊

[@MansardStudios]

It was great hanging with you too! We will start back up soon with more house and history content...maybe we will do a St Louis Foodie episode too! Head Cheese Sandwich anyone?

[@grillingaddictionwithnick4982]

@@MansardStudios yes bring on the FOOD - I will nerb out in the comments 😋

[@elenaordonez8729]

More and more captivated with every episode! I LOVE history like this. Extremely fascinated by all of this! Keep them coming Matt - Hi5!

[@MansardStudios]

Hi5 Elena, good to see you here.

[@TheVineyardFarmhouse]

I love these kind of stories. It’s amazing the intricacies of a watch and how it manages to stay so accurate, when going through the flow of ones daily grind.

[@MansardStudios]

You know we're gonna agree with that!

[@suzannepolder3929]

This video was fascinating! Thank you for having Phil come in for this task. I watched him on 2nd Empire and loved it as well. I appreciated the interview so we could understand the metal detecting hobby intricacies.. There is just something about finding things in the ground and being able to tie them to the people, culture and history of those who lived there in the past. Matt, your excitement mirrors mine. I was excited to see a little of the basement today. Any plans for that space? Isn’t Kaleb remarkable with his craft? I’m excited to see the work he does for you.

[@MansardStudios]

Matt here. Thank you Suzanne, I found this one to be very interesting to be a part of. Phil's good at what he does and he really has a joy about it that brings everyone into the mood to find treasure!

[@suzannepolder3929]

@@MansardStudios I love history! We retired and live full time in our motorhome. We travel the country learning about the culture and history or each area. We will return to the St Louis area next Sept and will likely stay for at least a couple weeks. Can’t wait to learn more.

[@metaldetectingphil]

Thanks much Suzanne! I'm so glad you've enjoyed the videos I've been fortunate enough to participate in.

[@suzannepolder3929]

@@metaldetectingphil hello! I found your explanation of the metal detector and the other gadget fascinating! Thanks so much!

[@metaldetectingphil]

Thanks again Suzanne. It was a basic and brief explanation, but I'm glad you liked it!

[@Jaschultze73]

Really enjoyed this video. I grew up in an historic house, and used to metal detect there, so I personally understand the excitement you get from every new find. And yes, SO MANY WHEAT PENNIES! :)

[@johnkennamann1462]

This might be the coolest giveaway I've ever seen (besides Mr Beast obviously).

[@rollandjoeseph]

It was difficult concentrating on the metal detectors voice with the spy music fyi

[@MansardStudios]

Noted. Audio has been a learning curve for us.

[@rollandjoeseph]

@@MansardStudios understandable, keep up the good work

[@susanpolastaples9688]

❤Name of cat, please

[@stephenburns3678]

Thank you.

[@freetolook3727]

@18:35 Nothing gets done in congress without the appropriate amount of money going to the appropriate people. Talking congress into using nickel in nickels because you're a nickel baron...that's rich! 😂

[@MansardStudios]

Ain't that the truth

[@freetolook3727]

The music makes me feel like I should be ordering a cocktail! 😂

[@MansardStudios]

Shaken, not stirred.

[@freetolook3727]

Sorry, the shield nickel is too far gone to be worth anything.

[@metaldetectingphil]

Monetarily wise that's correct. The real value for us is simply it's recovery and future display in the house whose property it was found in. Resurrecting long lost personal items like this is the thrill of it all! :-)

[@cynthiahamilton8807]

cool finds but kitty on the table totally stole the show!

[@MansardStudios]

Pumpkin stole the show just like he steals the pens and our business card. Absolutely insane cat.

[@grillingaddictionwithnick4982]

Also I see bro 👊you are ⌚️ watch freak! 🤣

[@grillingaddictionwithnick4982]

Lol 🤣 custom watches are popping up on my Facebook feed from you madness lol #ripple-effect

[@MansardStudios]

You should see the watch collection already.