My girlfriend bought me a no name metal detector for my birthday and I finally got to use it. I found a couple toy cars, eight spark plugs (in one hole, lol), and some old batteries. Then the thunder and lightning came and I didn't think it was a good idea to be waving a metal rod around. Had fun though. 👍👍✌✌

@YouTuber-ep5xx

4 жыл бұрын

Swing it over your girlfriend for the sweet tone over that heart of gold...

@rachaelleann9847

4 жыл бұрын

Lol ya that would've hurt lol I want one so bad! I will get me some even a check one idc one these days

@thekingsilverado9004

4 жыл бұрын

@Not Sure >>> I had about the same exp last summer R ya sure you weren't with us???

When my great grandpa died it took a week on horse back for a rider to get to his brother to tell him about his brothers passing in West Virginia. That's how far into the woods my family lived! Wow! That was in the 1950's!

Hey Chigg, love your videos! They're like a much-needed field trip for all of us. Hey, just one thing about WVA--i realize you always have permission to be where you are, but you still need to be careful. My grandmother lived up in the mountains outside of Beckley. Her only source of water was a spring and rain barrels. She didn't even have a pump; just large buckets. She at least had electricity, but otherwise it was like going back to the 1800s when I visited her. So when I got a car in college, in 1973, I told her now I could come visit her from the DC area where I grew up. I'll never forget her very seriously telling me that I needed to give her notice when I was coming because otherwise she'd have a shotgun pointed out the window at whoever was driving in. It wouldn't surprise me that there are still people like that up there. She lived on a road paved with only chunks of red dog gravel the size of bricks, and you'd think your car was never going to be the same after a few miles of that. Your other video where you mentioned moonshiners and "revenooers" reminded me of my grandfather. Lots of stories there! So anyway, be careful out there, and wear some gloves!

@portiahaynes6109

4 жыл бұрын

I loved your story. Thank you for sharing.

Thanks for keeping KZread from dominating the airwaves with corona and political crap! You’re doing your country a great service!

Aquachigger, I have been watching you for a few years now. I have never commented on KZread before, but I wanted you to know that I have learned a great deal from you. I absolutely enjoy your videos, the history you share, knowledge of finds and also the beauty from the outdoors... to the animals. Thank you so much! I appreciate you. Charlie (Metal Detecting Jem)

@wvufreak56

Жыл бұрын

Hey Chigg: I just want to tell you personally, how much I ENJOY your enthusiasm on your videos especially so when you find something. Even if you aren't sure it's anything of value, your enthusiastic attitude is great. It shows how much you enjoy detecting and only makes it more enjoyable for us at home. I've been addicted to watching now for about two months? Now, I'm WANTING to purchase a decent detector @ 66 yrs old. I'm still in decent shape, very mobile and live in West (By god) Virginia! I sure do enjoy watching your digs everywhere, but especially so in West Virginia! I will.look around for a decent machined I pay attention to your advice on "settings" as you search. Perhsps you might suggest a good machine for me to get started with?? Very much appreciate you.and Todd. Todd is a good dude and you guys make a great team! Stay safe....both of you!

That was a proper old house not just a cabin. It had an upstairs & plaster on the walls but all built the in the old ways. I feel a lot of respect for these people, going out away from the towns,more or less on their own in some places, doing every thing by hand & by the sweat of their brow, living on the edge of starvation sometimes. Thankyou for showing us that. It was thought provoking.

There’s a boot. There’s a foot. Todd I found the cemetery! Whoever lived there had a very tough time keeping their pants up.

@thekingsilverado9004

4 жыл бұрын

@Doak 48>>. I know some girls that grew up on the farm next to ours and they sure did have a hard time keeping their britches up. That I can tell ya first hand since I was the guy always taken em off...

thanks Chigg it's almost like i'm there , I will never forget the things you say like "do you see it ?"or "hold your breath " I learned how to detect watching your videos , and your knowledge is unrivaled .

@aquachigger

4 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear you like my videos. I enjoy making them.

The dish fragment marked as Charles Meaken pottery, was manufactured in England from 1883-1889. It was a cheap alternative to porcelain for the times.

@thekingsilverado9004

4 жыл бұрын

@Guf Redd >>> Thanks I actually have some old Charles Meaken pieces here. I found em in the old cabinets when I bought my place it had been abandoned since the 1960's. Stuff was still here on old news papers in the cupboard. Kinda shocking it was still here as well old vases and wash basin bowls too. Rumor has it hunters also used to stay nights during the winters because the place back in the 70's still had windows and a wood stove. When I got this place it was pretty much a wreck with wild animals living inside... I have the plates on an old hutch top in my office with my racing trophies... The plates always make me wonder who ate off em and what kinda ppl they were that lived here.

Wasn't expecting to watch your video and see a piece of pottery that originated 4 miles from my home. Love from across the pond

Stay safe from this virus my friend, been enjoying your videos for 8 to 10 years

I really admire the people who lived in those times and places... they had to be self sufficient! The ongoing situation wouldn’t have phased them a bit! They grew their own food, spun their own wool, wove their own cloth and sewed their own clothes... the men created/repaired their own tools, took care of their own animals, provided food and security for their families. Being that far out they were also responsible for the education/training for their children...

Your channel is helping me stay sane during the shelter in place. Stumbled on it over the weekend and have been binge watching since.

Another great adventure thanks for entertaining an old lady in isolation. Stay safe keep detecting

Looks like you have an early chunk of Charles Meakin Pottery there Chigg. Charles Meakin - Manufacturers of earthenware at the Eastwood Pottery, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent. 1883-1889. Formerly at Burslem 1870-82.

@kelcal6697

4 жыл бұрын

Lesa Hanners interesting! Been working on my family tree and found out my ancestors lived in Burslem, and worked at the Eastwood Pottery. 😁

@zs9372

4 жыл бұрын

No that is not what it is ,glad you people think you know what is going on.

@lesahanners5057

4 жыл бұрын

@@zs9372 Observations without clarifications hold little meaning!

@lesahanners5057

4 жыл бұрын

@@zs9372 My observations were quoted from this site online. You can take it up with them. www.thepotteries.org/mark/m/meakin_chas.html

@zs9372

4 жыл бұрын

You need a site huh?lol

Chigg you've been killing it with the daily uploads for like 2 months at least now!! So awesome looking forward to a new armchair adventure every night!

We all owe Todd some likes and subscribes for giving Chig access to these places lately.

West Virginia, one of the most picturesque and buitiful states in the US. Not to hot and not to cold.

You have a.long time subscriber in me. I watch every one of your videos. I've watched every video of yours that's on KZread and have learned so much about history that no school would ever teach. You here in the US and Chill Bill over in France save so much history that would be lost to time. Love the longer videos. Thanks for what you do.

I would love to rebuild one of these sites and live there like they did back in the day. You want to talk about being peaceful. I would absolutely love it.

Yay! Another Chigg & Todd video!

Hello dear friend! My like for you 👍👍👍

i'm hoping you can get back in the rivers this year, i miss those hunts.

@knifedudetodd

4 жыл бұрын

Me too

@aquachigger

4 жыл бұрын

Hopefully soon. Thanks

@tomseadon9965

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I like those! Just watch out for gators & snakes!

@trolltaker

4 жыл бұрын

@@aquachigger I really enjoy this hunts you've been doing with Todd.

@Micaelangel07

4 жыл бұрын

Those were the videos that brought in views and subscribers the most, I would guess. Lots of reasons there. First would be the catchphrase "hold your breath!" which most people and kids would enjoy. 2 the sound of flowing water and the viewer that could look for river treasure along with Chigg and last I would say the channel has turned more towards adults than the younger generation that enjoyed videos like that. It's not that engaging for people to watch these videos.

Here is a bright idea Why not get hold of a couple of radios (walkies). You can keep in touch up to several miles, and they would be good for safety. Especially if you are out of phone tower range.

I just love Todd. He's such a quiet jolly fella. 😁

I have been watching quite a few different treasure hunting channels for sometime now , I really enjoy sharing that unique excitement of the element of surprise with the person operating their metal detector. A couple weeks ago I ran into your channel and within a few minutes of watching you made me feel as if I was right there with you digging up treasures from the past ! Wwwwell ..... I decided you were having too much fun and I wanted in on it , So I got online and bought me a Garrett ace 400 metal detector and pinpointed, so far I have found over 30 coins 2 little toy cars and a lot of trash of course . I know i’m just a baby beginner and I know it will take me a little time to get the hang this contraption so I don’t have to mess with the trash as much, The more I use it, the more I learn, the better it gets ! Thanks for being an inspiration to my new hobby !....I’ll be watching you on my iPad !...Happy hunting !......... and thanks again !..........

Yes stay motivated, I look for a video from you everyday. I rarely comment, didn't know I was supposed to. But I will if I need to.

A metal detector is definitely on my wish list now! I wish they made an antique glass detector because old bottles are kind of my thing lol

Here's my motivation for you, keep them videos coming I'm cooped up you keep my sanity

Yes I am one of those guys who watched but didnt subscribe. SORRY! I finally hit that button. Love your videos.

I look forward to my Chigg adventure everyday!! Plz keep it up.

Fascinating! What an awesome, unique, secluded site that has probably never been metal detected! You HAVE to go back several times, as i'm sure you will find tons of amazing stuff. I wonder what kind of stories, both good and bad, those long abandoned houses could tell! See if you can find an old cemetary nearby as well. When you find and detect these kinds of long abandoned homesteads, I could watch for hours!

I bought 40 acres in the forest 2 years ago and found from the title it was first homesteaded on 1890. We have since found a rusted out model T and a bunch of old food cans. I need to get a metal detector.

Notice how even the rocks fitting together on the barn foundation. Buddy of mine has an old homestead,house still occupied. The house foundation is do tight,my Dad is 88 ,calls the our ancestors ,the old people. My wife and I love touring old pioneer cemeteries. Look at the dates and names thinking who were they and their lives like. God bless fellas, be careful out there from Nova Scotia. Really liking your videos, 👍

I LOVE finding suspender clips, and you got not one, not two, but THREE in one dig. Sweet! The variety of those things amazes me, as does the fact that something so simple was being improved on and patented. High tech, I guess.

Hi Chigg Hi Tod Happy Easter every one

@AppalachianHistoryDetectives

4 жыл бұрын

Mary Garner hello

Chigg - as you were digging your first target, shotgun shell, 9:04 min. if you look at the bottom of the frame you'll see a big spider getting ready to chomp on your wrist ! thank you for another great video.

@etonbachs4226

4 жыл бұрын

Had to watch it twice before I saw him crawl into the vidya.

I've been subscribed for years. Chigg, you inspired me to get my first detector. Now I have another newer fancier one! Rock on!

You have 3 audiences Chigg. Those interested in detecting, caving and river hunting - and a mix of the three. Last year wasn't so good for river trips and there wasn't much caving going on. Some people probably dropped out for those reasons.

@gufredd9675

4 жыл бұрын

I think there is a group of people that find the nature stuff entertaining, as well. And lastly, I'm sure there's a group that find the Chigg really hot!😚

I love watching all your videos.you’re so calming to listen to just the way you appreciate the outdoors.you’re the Bob Ross of metal detecting,keep on chigging my man.

What a day that was. It was fun from beginning to end Beau. Looking forward to the next trip....

@MsWhitesunset

4 жыл бұрын

I've enjoyed the videos you and Chigg have made. I'm subscribing to your channel. I can see how much you really enjoy metal detecting and digging up "finds". Yall be safe.

@seahawksfan7298

4 жыл бұрын

MsWhitesunset ditto

@AppalachianHistoryDetectives

4 жыл бұрын

MsWhitesunset thanks. God brought Beau to help me and it started as my attempt to teach history that was tangible to my son.

@MsWhitesunset

4 жыл бұрын

@@AppalachianHistoryDetectives God certainly tends to send the right people to us when we need them. God is so good.ALL THE TIME!

@AppalachianHistoryDetectives

4 жыл бұрын

MsWhitesunset yes he is....and any glory is his.

Never seen you find like an old grave. As much as you jump around by old house piles, seems like you would find one

Any oil that you can use to soften and protect skin can be used on Leather. Baby Oil is very good for both cleaning and preserving Leather.

I hope you enjoy this little adventure and I hope everyone is staying healthy! Subscribe Here! bit.ly/AquachiggerSub Follow the Chigg’s Army! My Patreon: www.patreon.com/aquachigger Instagram: instagram.com/aquachigger/ Facebook: facebook.com/chiggsarmy/ Twitter: twitter.com/BeauOuimette Affiliate links to see and purchase the gear I use: General Gear: bit.ly/MetalDetectorsAndMOAR T-shirts, mugs and MOAR!: teespring.com/stores/chiggs-army T-Shirts: www.bonfire.com/store/aquachigger/ Garrett Metal Detectors: goo.gl/nbzDYH As always, my videos are advertisement free and served fresh off of the press at the “Sneak Peek” level and higher on Patreon: www.patreon.com/aquachigger Thanks for watching…. The Chigg

@emsusmc

4 жыл бұрын

Aquachigger the leather could it be part of an old saddle or saddle bag maybe?

@Wickedklown13

4 жыл бұрын

Love your videos, first came across your Garrett dealer video n been hooked ever since

@allanwilkerson6426

4 жыл бұрын

Not sure...but could be the reason your subscribers have dropped off....is because Todd has stolen your Mojo. lol. Seriously though...I finally subscribed to yours and Todd's channel. You two are the best at what you do. Keep up the great work.

@aaronwelch5391

4 жыл бұрын

Loving the vids, Chigg! You should come to McKeesport, PA sometime. George Washington (before he was POTUS or even a general) moved through this area with Gen. Braddock during the French and Indian War. The army camped nearby and crossed the Mon River on the way to attack the French at Fort Duquesne (now Pittsburgh). The river crossing is in walking distance of my house. There was also a lot of Seneca activity from Queen Alliquippa's tribe (who allied with Braddock and Washington). Washington apparently returned here to pay respects to Aliquippa on her death bed, and she is buried nearby as well. On top of that, there's some caves and old ruins of home sites! Could be a cool adventure! Edit: oh and forgot to mention I found a well from the 1900's in my back yard I've been starting to dig out. Nothing older than you, yet, but never know ;)

@werner.x

4 жыл бұрын

Well, every viewer can only subscribe once - and you already have so much more subscribers than viewers. I'd like to see your british TV-adventure online, but can't find it nowhere. Here in Germany i can't watch these british weirdos' TV-programs.

I watch all your videos I appreciate u taking me along on your adventures.Even if u don't find much it's great to see the different places.Thank u so much.

saw the boot being dug up and thought wonder if it's a body? Always entertaining.

I love this channel. Nothing but knowledge and positivity in chigg's videos and the comments.

I love your videos. They are never boring. We learn so much from you.

I'll never leave your channel Chigg. I look forward to watching your videos.

Nice finds gentlemen! That's a huge area to detect so I hope to see more detecting there in the future. Keep the videos rolling in.

Yes I'd love to see a video about the leather pieces please.

Hey chigg im from UK and took the liberty of researching the pottery you found.... Meakin was founded in 1851 stoke-on-trent, Staffordshire. So it was from an area renowned and world famous for pottery/porcelain The production ended 2000 so they did have a pretty good run in the grand scheme of things

Nice finds. I appreciate the tutorial on your settings of the detector in the beginning of the video. I'll be headed over to Todd's page and check out his video. Thanks for sharing these adventures with us!!!

Always enjoy your videos sir. Only found your channel a few months ago, however, I've been almost non stop watching your videos. Thank you.

I've been watching all day catching up with your videos. Doing a great job with your projects. Thank you for the videos while stuck inside my house... say aman phattdaddy

I love your adventures. Please don't stop your shows.

Just thinking of all the really hard work that went into building that home and working that land just blows my mind.

i HAVE NOT ABANDOND YOU. YOUR shows are SO COOL. I wish you would do more videos' of looking for stuff canoers swimmers, fishermen, have lost in the deep pools and rapids.

You're videos are wonderful! They remind me of the one & only time I have ever metal detected. It was near Leesburg VA and we didn't find anything except fun and memories. So Thank You! I subbed and the kids and I are enjoying your adventures! Take care.

Always happy to see your videos. So many interesting finds. Love the axel

Crispiest crunchiest leaves ever 🍁🍂 thanks for the adventure Chigg x

You are always entertaining. Thanks for making a boring time NOT boring!

Awesome place to detect. I surely think you guys should go back. After finding the suspender clips, plates and stuff, I think you should dig more there. "Todd said the house is to the right after crossing the creek." Todd is smarter than the average bear. LOL From Yogi the Bear and BooBoo. Tell Todd to put more videos up on his channel. I know he has to have them.

I thought this was one of the better videos you’ve made recently. Loved the relics you found and the time you took to tell us a little about how you were using your detector in that area. Stay safe out there. Will check out Todd’s channel

Happy Easter Everyone 🐰🐣 Stay safe. Hi from New Zealand 🇳🇿

Even without the cameras I love hitting the dirt and searching for history. But yeah, hit the button it doesn't take much time.

I subscribed long ago. Primarily for the underwater river videos. I miss those adventures. Maybe those who have unsubscribed miss them too. Just a thought.

@12:40 woman's boot.... the boot leather....place in plastic bag- keep moist and then soak it in neatsfoot oil...to preserve it.

Hey mama..what's for dinner..🐿🐿 porridge..😁👍..Yum...my fav.. 😋..stay safe and healthy guys..

Thank you so much for your videos,I would love to go medal detecting!!!!

I have 2 Metal detectors but..I am in a country where Metal detecting is...not legal!!! I LOVE M.D...So guess what I am doing the past...15 years!!!My love from Greece....I have visited N.Y twice...next time I want to go for Metal Detecting anywhere ...It's my dream!!Thank You for your videos.Hercules !

That little piece looked like where the old roll down blinds went into.

I think that his first find was the outside end to a bike peddle it is the piece that holds the two black rubber pieces together and to the bolt that screws into the crank

I'm waiting for the day when your digging pieces of leather and other bits then realize you've unearthed an old shallow grave!

@joycecooper7654

4 жыл бұрын

I was holding my breath! Thought some toe bones were going to be next.

@carmineredd1198

4 жыл бұрын

or teeth ?

Hope you are keeping well dude .still loving every single minute 😆

@aquachigger

4 жыл бұрын

All is well. Thanks for asking.

Hello there, it's a windy day here in England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 trees are budding away. Love to watch these videos. It's always a good day from to smallest button, great finds

"Trunk thing" reminds me of the end cap to a bIcycle pedal.

I've been watching your videos for years now and love all of them. I would change a thing you do. keep on digging i look forward to your next adventure.

Thanks for the new adventure, Chigg. Looking forward to you coming back to excavate that area you were talking about.

Chigg and Tom! I can't get enough of y'alls videos! Thank you both and Happy Easter. God bless brothers

u r the best!!! I've been subscribed for like 5 years!

What a beautiful place!

These remote places are like time capsules

Yay..,...your back in the inbox 🇦🇺

Great video Chigg and Todd youns be safe out there and GOD BLESS you both and your families Amen 🙏

Thanks for all the teaching. Pretty sure the trunk thing Todd found is the window casing mount for a roller blind.. Happy hunting

Yes that's a great place to go back to for sure!

Love these old home sites. Have done quite a bit of exploring around old mining camps in Nevada. It's so cool to see history and imagine just how they lived then. Thank you for posting your videos I really enjoy them. Stay safe.

I really appreciate all your videos In these hard times they help a lot

Did you Ever Notice the Spider, at 9:03 that was Getting Ready to Jump on Your Hand ? (He's Located Right Below your Hand, 6:OO Postion) LOL !!!

I thought I was subscribed till I looked..... your channel was one of the first I watched some 4 or 5 years ago that got me into metal detecting.... now I got atpro and a -- at max. Keep up the good video 👍🇺🇸❤️

Your videos give us something to do during quarantine. Thank you.

Stayin healthy, I am hooked, love your adventures with Todd, also subscribed to his site !

I would be like a kid in a candy store if I was to find an old homestead like that!

We love watching your videos. You have the best attitude. :) Whats your secret on finding so many old homesteads? We go metal detecting all the time and we recently just found an old Indian head nickle and an 18k gold ring dated from 1924 at an old town site. Keep up the good work as we your work.

23:14 That's not a doodad. That's thingamajig. Possibly a whatjamacallit.

@kennthtreadway3504

3 жыл бұрын

What part of wv was you in on this one

Still amazes me that there are still old homesteads standing or not, and not paved over. Keep exploring if the remains could talk so much history, love it. Thanks for sharing

I'm really surprised that you guys don't carry a small magnifying glass so you could see dates or whatever writing could be on the stuff you find.

Hey chig stay safe, pretty good finds there, it would be interesting to know the facts on that place, good history, may your batteries always be charged while swinging your detector, happy trails

You got two things going for you that jacket u wearing 3rd armored division and being in the hills of west virginia my family from up there and Virgina my grandpa was in the 4th armored division and 25th infantry.TANKS...... best of luck with you and them old homes