Just a word to the wise. I work in heavy construction and have seen many unshored excavations, some far shallower than yours, cave in. In one such event, a large man 6’ in height and weighing around 250 lbs, actually died in an open trench measuring 2’ wide by 3’ deep, when he dropped down to his knees and bent over to pick up a dropped wallet. You are working in a narrow, unshored excavation greater than 5’, in depth. Although the excavation appears “stable”, it can become unstable and cave in in seconds. You should consider either renting/purchasing hydraulic “speed shoring” whenever excavating greater than 4’-5’ in depth.

@vespasw

7 ай бұрын

Others have tried to tell him. Good suggestion.

@paulthrash6710

6 ай бұрын

Soil types vary from place to place. Clay loam soils are relatively stable where sandy soils are very weak, I totally get your point.

@ericberman4193

6 ай бұрын

Just fyi - soil collapses and cave-ins occur in mere seconds. Back in 1986, I (as the project superintendent on a very large construction project) and a soils engineer were down in a 6' deep by 30' long by 12' wide foundation excavation while the soils engineer was 'checking bottom' prior to setting the reinforcement steel. The excavation was for a large retaining wall foundation, and on one side of the cut stood a 25' high back-sloped bank. While the soils engineer was probing the bottom, I was watching the exposed face of the bank and started noting very thin spiderweb cracks starting to form, I turned and yelled at the soils engineer who spun around and looked and then yelled to get out. We climbed out via the access ladder and no more than fifteen seconds later, 75 cubic yards of soil collapsed off the back-sloped bank and into the excavation. We would have been instantly crushed to death had we not been alert. That excavation, together with the back-sloped bank beyond, was located in adversely-bedded shale and clay soils. Stay safe!@paulthrash6710

@kolsen6330

6 ай бұрын

He is actively trying to win a Darwin Award. You just cannot fix stupid. He has been told several times and still just doesnt get it.

@JacquesTreehorn

5 ай бұрын

Sounds like an OSHA "competent person" on the job here. I was one on a job with sand and high water tables. We used trench boxes and had to work around high tides. I was happy to be trained, but not happy with the added responsibility.

Really would love an after the find video. How do you clean them and what do you do with them?

@sumofme1

10 ай бұрын

I was wondering the same. I wonder if he's going to sell them or make a museum? 😊

@ninaappelt9001

10 ай бұрын

He gives some to town historical societies to homeowners if they want done, and the rest idk.

@jwall6006

10 ай бұрын

Do you have a store where you sell the bottles?

@melissacoulter3996

10 ай бұрын

I was thinking the same

@jamesmaroon6161

10 ай бұрын

I think another question for Tom would be how does he find these locations? He never reveals that either.

The moment you say it smells bad🤢, I give you the biggest credit for what you’re doing to entertain people such as myself. Thank guys so much for the adventures ❤

Future archeologists in North Dakota are going to wonder why all the outhouse pits were empty 😅.

Always impressed how hard core you guys are in the digging conditions.

@taleandclawrock2606

10 ай бұрын

Yes!!! So mucky and uncomfortable, such stoic diggers, whatever the conditions.

@TheYuleTube

6 ай бұрын

Better than I'd be, for sure. At best, I'd bring a small pump. At worst, I'd fill it back in.

TB bacterium can live for hundreds of years, were gloves, lots of people had TB very common, i do enjoy your videos..

It would be nice to have a live chat so we could hear about how you started doing this searching; is it a hobby or a job that you can live by? the history of the area you work in; how you select sites; do you share in the finds with the owners,etc. Urban archaeology is interesting.

@anthonyv6962

3 ай бұрын

Have you ever considered doing a few minutes of research using a search engine. I spent 2 minutes with Google and found enough interviews and articles to keep me busy all afternoon. Now I can answer every question asked in this comment section and then some. Don't be afraid to do a little work on your own in place waiting to be spoon fed the answers.

Pop's here. I agree I believe you are leaving viewership in the wind. Seeing the cleaned examples of what you dug.. that's something you could fill the winter months with results videos.

I really dig these videos. They're so down to earth.

@danielknepper6884

10 ай бұрын

You really "dig" these videos?? 😅😅😅😅

@mikeramsay7682

10 ай бұрын

@@danielknepper6884 He apparently does! Because "They're so down to earth" 😅

@AmyJohnson-nj9en

9 ай бұрын

Lol 😆

Tom, digging in waist deep, watery, vile shit as the entire opposite wall collapses on him, saying, “Oh look! A crown top turn mold beer!” Meanwhile, Jake is standing up top trying to decide if he’s going to jump in all that crap to rescue Tom. #friendshiptest

@Ben-Rogue

7 ай бұрын

Or tell him to get the hell out of that unsafe situation... Really dumb idea being in that deep and in those conditions. Add to that, being exhausted and making really bad decisions near that end. Like digging horizontally under the wall, then ripping it apart to then have it nearly collapse on him, only to immediately continue... If I was his friend, I'd tell him to stop taking such stupid risks. This guy is gonna die in a hole one day

@dianesnow9806

4 ай бұрын

How I say how can you dig in a place with all that "Crap"? Just be honest please!😮

I feel like I need a shower after watching this dig!

Hi! We viewers would love to see you do a video of your best and rarest finds.

Excellent! Love the historical digs!

So sorry that pit was disgusting. It would have to been bad for you to comment on it. You all are tough! Thank you for enduring and filming for your viewers!

The stone hammer you found is amazing,it leads me to believe there are other ancient tools in that hole,may be worth sifting that dirt ! Love your channel one of my favorites !❤

Damn, the outhouse had a door knob?!?!? Must have been on the rich side of town!

@randb4865

10 ай бұрын

Train station.

Always scares me when you take your gloves off when pulling things out! Love your program! Be safe.😊❤😊

What do you do with all of these bottles you find? perhaps create a video of the behind-the-scenes look at the bottle clean-up process, and the actual value of a dig. Very interesting stuff. well done

I had to watch this, it reminded me of one of my best friends who collected and dug up many bottles until he died a few years back. You had a really big find that was interesting. Thank you for showing this!

Some days are tough. What I dig about your efforts is the dedication!

Watching the bottle explode again is just as insane as the first time i saw it happen. I’ve never had that happen and hope I never will lol. Amazing digs! Great job sir.

Tom a question for you. Have you ever used a metal detector in or around the diggings? I'm sure more than one person has lost a silver or gold coin down those holes. You might be missing out in a very good chance to find other treasure along the way.

@debraperkins4448

4 ай бұрын

I was thinking the Very Same thing, or Even Rings, jewelry, lost in the "Black Hole".....I know I've lost several keepsakes, even While using Truckstop bathrooms. I would invest in a Very Reliable Hand Held Metal Detection Device, Can Imagine What You Maybe Missing.....

@danamcmanus

3 ай бұрын

​@@debraperkins4448I lost my car keys in one of those automatic flush toilets at a gas station!

Just remember wash your hands before lunch and don't lick your fingers.

@kimk8365

10 ай бұрын

😆😂😉 better not go to KFC!

Randy Quaid. "The shitter was full."😂😂😂.

That shirt was no doubt an emergency TP situation.

Im in love with these videos! I plan on binge watching until im caught up!! Thank you for preserving all this history!

@BelowthePlains

6 ай бұрын

oh wow, thank you! glad you found us, and welcome to the channel!.. just be warned.. some of our videos from early 2022 are a little rough!

@kenjones4564

6 ай бұрын

I just found your videos and all ready have watched several,,, very, very interesting. Always the same guy in the pit,,, you should take turns.😅

@drwho5437

3 ай бұрын

​@@BelowthePlainsNot sure where all you go to dig but I own an old stagecoach stop in Colorado built in 1871 that has both a cistern and hand dug well that are filled in. I've always been curious as to what's inside them. You're welcome to come dig them out sometime.

One of the most difficult holes I've seen you in, but you're still smilin' ! I have the same bottle you found at timestamp 35:00. Threaded top with pewter cap. Mine has turned purple. Love your dedication, great video!

I have been watching long time. I have never seen you bring up an barber’s hair tone bottle. Grand father was barber in late 1800 and he would come home smelling of some “ wild smells “. He always laughed so hard. I don’t know how you can tolerate the smell. But I thank you and the owner of the hand for your time filming and educating me about bottles. # three son enjoys bottles hunting also. Thanks again. From Tx 550

Awesome I just love how you do incredible research and find some cool dumps

I find your videos relaxing to watch. The rain in the beginning of this one made it even more relaxing.

Love the digs. I believe i would have to put waders on to do a pit like that. I have a couple of old privies i am going to dig when it cools off her in Tennessee. I am am a metal detectorist for 50 years and hunt some very old sites. I got inspired by watching your videos. You are a lot younger and tougher than me.😊

@janisoconnor6881

10 ай бұрын

Have you ever found a body

@terrygreennway9655

10 ай бұрын

@@janisoconnor6881 Not yet.

Amazing dig! Thanks for uncovering such history.

Whew...you deserve whatever you can get for all your effort.😢❤

Would you please do an educational video not everyone knows what you mean by shoe fly or pumpkin seed or Tooled tap 3 piece mode etc

Some awesome finds! I screamed when that bottle exploded! LOL

This was just amazing! Good job!

Have to admit that every bottle you dug after that wine bottle blew up on you, i would cover my eyes. Lucky you🙂 As always, great dig!

I understand your diligence even in a smelly pit. I remember Jake commenting on the blue, it is beautiful. I adore the cat the cat labels, in fact all the labels that you put up, I would love to frame them. Well done team, you are both amazing.

That was an awesome old stone hammer. Never seen one lots of pretty old bottles. Just love them. You guys work hard . to find them love your videos Tom. Always waiting for the next one

Now that's dedication!! ❤

Great video, Leeds sounds like a place to visit, looking great,always enjoy being invited along with you with these amazing adventures

You killed it brother, well done! Truly enjoy what you are doing!

You do know that people die all the time when the walls collapse on them. They get crushed and suffocate. If a hole is above your head, you should have something to secure the walls. I know you have been doing this for a while, but so had construction workers that my sister has had to pull their bodies out of pits they were working in. You should have a ladder for quick escape and the walls should be secured. Nobody wants to find out you passed away because the dirt caved in on you.

If the smell gets really bad, it’s usually taking up the space of air. Not so bad at the top of the hole, but at the bottom it gets thicker because it’s heavier than air and you could pass out. Even some diseases of the early 1900s are air born and breathing that stuff isn’t ideal; even if you have a healthy immune system. A rebreather or a good mask with filter might be a good idea.

Assuming bleach was once sold in glass bottles, I think Clorox should sponsor you after watching this episode! Great work. I’m learning so much from your channel! Thank you.

@trusconi81

6 ай бұрын

It was. Clorox came in brown glass bottles. I have a few

So awesome you found a historic "chiseled Hammer" well worth your time&effort. I enjoy your videos so much! Thank you for videoing your efforts. ❤

i cant stop watching you. oh and your friend the HAND model lol showing us the bottles is great. love you guys big LonnieRay

Those pieces of fabric were probably “maxi pads” of the day.

@miked-ec9jn

5 ай бұрын

😮😂

Do you have any videos of your cleaned up collection? Interested in the Indian hamer.. I am also curious if you have ever put the pitcher back together

I rewatched them for your benefit, LOL. That was a long runtime but enjoyed the digs for a second time.

@tom try a little vaporub under your nose and it won’t smell so bad. All you’ll smell is menthol. If it works for nasty autopsy’s it’ll work for this. Food for thought.

The old "coat" looked suspiciously like it had some well-preserved turds wrapped up inside.

You guys never fail to amaze

Always amazing what you find. Man I never remember tossing any thing down our two holer. Thanks from. Sc.

Fantastic job luv history and your videos

Nice to watch the same content again. Some amazing and crazy things, like exploding bottles. Hope new stuff coming soon, none the less liked watching it the second time.

what a cracking find that is well done

Between cave ins and exploding booby trapped bottles this was quite an exciting dig. You were indeed fortunate on the one that exploded. Eye protection would be highly recommended. There must have been some serious drinking going on at that last site.

@curiousone6129

4 ай бұрын

Full on hazmat suit wouldn't get me down there!

Wow - an ancient hammer. That is an amazing find!🔨

You sure love what your doing you are so Knowledgeable at what you do you guys keep up the good work

I really loved watching this! The number of bottles you found was amazing! Must admit to having kittens when the wall started to collapse .....I,m watching from New Zealand

Really nice finds. Thanks.

You earned your keep on that dig!

Great channel !.. He knows the history of the bygone era, he's digging into... truly interesting.

It is amazing how many ancient bottles you find that are still in tact. Do you ever find any old coins? When digging in those old outhouses you seem to be digging through ancient excrement, I find it surprising that you handle everything with bare hands.

love your harmonic/rythym in the beginning ----THAT is what I was looking for --!

Love the bottles Tom. That stone grooved hammer was a surprise to me. I could hear by your voice that you were too!

I hope you are able to sell these lovely glass bottles after you work under such deplorable conditions to retrieve them. We had no idea they would be in septic holes when we used to collect them just for the beauty of them. I enjoy watching you dig for treasures.

Wow! What a haul!

I liked how your helper was showing us the bottles up close. Thanks

@kathleennorton2228

4 ай бұрын

He said that he sold a lot of them to finance writing a book in one video.

Hello Tom and jake some interesting pits you dug the water table brought out more bottles and it was loaded and jake always doing a good job 👏 yes I notice it seems strange seeing the name of Leeds they picture a good name all the best Andrew south wales uk 👍 👌 😀 🇬🇧

Your channel always very interesting, exciting to watch, thank you for sharing.

Hell yeah! Thumbs UP!!

The awesome liquor flasks you're finding! That pumpkin one 😍 and the one with the stoppers still in them. Wish I had some of those.

@georgehays4908

9 ай бұрын

.......wanna buy mine ?

@FisherVision

9 ай бұрын

@@georgehays4908 how much?

Outhouse pit? Yeah, I'm not drinking out of those bottles, no matter how many times you wash them.

Thank you Tom for braving through that disgusting stuff.I think you need a Tetanus shot etc..

Thanks

Your kitty picture is beautiful!

wow another video thanks

Wow! Be safe!

You know what would be cool to see?….. you guys cleaning and prepping the bottles for sale.

@notinmanitou

10 ай бұрын

Yes!

@Mark.Watson

10 ай бұрын

This is a digging channel.

@Spewbag

10 ай бұрын

@@Mark.Watson No…… it’s a “what they want to make it channel”

@elainebriant5415

3 ай бұрын

@@Mark.Watson😂

Bless your heart! What a mess to work in.

I have watched several of your videos now, and I must say that this one concerns me. First, I'm a firefighter, and when you are digging in those deep holes with water incursion, these are prime opportunities for a collapse. In fact, this video showed several small collapses; luckily nothing harmful this time, but PLEASE BE CAREFUL. Second, again with the water, but this time more when it becomes the sewage and has the horrible aroma. These people back in the 1800-1900's died of horrible diseases. Are you absolutely 100% certain that you can't get seriously ill from anything you come in contact with? Maybe I'm just being overly cautious, and I'm sure you've done you're due diligence, but again, these two things are certainly concerning. Your content is wonderful; I just hope for your continued safety. God speed ❤

@cnd140

4 ай бұрын

I was thinking of typhoid and a few other airborne diseases.

@KatherineRoseArt

2 ай бұрын

Not to mention some of the bottles he picks up still contain bits of whatever was in them... which could be harmful chemicals or even poisons... and all that is in the water and touching his skin. there is broken glass as well... just seems unsafe. he should wear waders and use gloves.

so glad you didnt get injured when that bottle exploded.....Idont know how you dig in those holes without a mask but Im glad you do...😊

Someone was looking out for you when that bottle exploded! I think we can all do without that kind of excitement. :)

Hi from Leeds West Yorkshire UK. It always surprises me to see town names from over here - over there! Great videos! I love that you put info on screen the history of the things you find. So interesting

@653j521

10 ай бұрын

Or in Canada, Australia,...people do get homesick. Portland, OR was founded by people from Portland, ME. Woonsocket, SD was founded by people from Woonsocket, RI.... The exceptions to homesick settlers using the same name were towns named by the railroads or canal companies. It was normal for them to more or less stick a pin in a globe, or to reference ancient civilizations, hence, Leeds, Berwick, Norwich, Penn, Rugby, Surrey, Tunbridge, and York, ND, Odessa, TX, Memphis, TN, Havre, MT, Cairo, IL, Syracuse, Rome, Utica, and Carthage, NY,.... And there is the fashion of putting the word New in front of a name, New England, New York, New Amsterdam, New Mexico,.... People named places for a wide variety of reasons other than repeating a name that had been used before, but harking back is very common in taking over and settling new territory. You colonize, you claim the right to rename everything you see and who cares what the natives think? I find it hard to believe that surprises you. You do know you had an empire, right? "There are 18 places in the world named Leeds! Leeds can be found in 5 countries throughout the world. In some countries the place can be found more than once. For example America and United Kingdom. America has the highest number of places called Leeds, spread across 12 regions. The majority of the cities named Leeds can be found above the equator. The northernmost place is in the region Leeds in United Kingdom. The southernmost place is in the region North-West in South Africa."

@juliawalker1697

10 ай бұрын

E yup chuck from Barnsley s Yorkshire thaz reight tha noze

@triciac1019

9 ай бұрын

So true!

@soniab78

Ай бұрын

@@653j521 I live on the Isle of Portland, the original Portland that started it all 😂

Man you hit it big anytime you go out, awesome’ 💪⚡️👊🔥😎

Love those S.B.&G. beer bottles! The ancient hammer and the drug bottle used for gonorrhea treatment were the best!

I'm exhausted just watching you...but I enjoyed watching ..as always...🥰🥰

Hi Cammy if you really want to have a rest find a nice patch of reads and hide good luck. If you want to give us longer vlogs unedited I would be up for that, I just love watching you and all the family, Marissa. And the dogs and sheep and lambs. Lots of Love and prayers 😊🏝🦋💖🦮🙏🏻 Safe Lambing

Pretty cool all these bottles you find, some I haven't seen before but idk about digging up old crappers, love your videos though

Yikes! Glad you guys are ok!

Awesome! The hammer was too cool!

I love the blue one.

This particular dig gave me the chills finding someones clothes and shoes .Im surprised you didn't find any bones .Gota love you guys.🇮🇪

Do you have a PO Box? I imagine some of your viewers would be happy to send you useful things, like waders. Or set up a Patreon. Love your content and really enjoy seeing the treasure you unearth!! Thank you!! ❤️

That's Native American Hammer Wow, what a find, that Pumpkin seed whisky bottle is a great find, this maks me want to dig up my back yard. Since I'm more Eastern territory than Dakotas settled much earlier

Amazed at what your eyes can see because I can't always see things. Love me some liquor flasks!! Woot!!😍😍😍❤❤❤ Thank you!!😊😊😊💖

I would not have set that rare Edgeley bottle where it could be easily broken. That freaked me out. I was like, "No! Don't do it!" LOL

What ever you charge for any thing you get to sell, you don't get enough for the s..t you have to dig through. Fascinating and informative videos.