bodkin
Elite Member
Hello all.
I had full intention of a bit of detecting over the weekend and although Saturday afternoon was quite damp, I ventured into the mist and mizzle, my vision clouded with blind optimism. "What am I doing?" I asked myself on several occasions as a film of mud covered all that was was handled. To be honest, there is a little field at the end of the lane that I hoped would have at least some Victorian silver alurkin' below. So, with horses on vacation, and feeling in a most expeditious mood, I embraced this fine opportunity with relish!
The weather persisted, but so did I. I couldn't say who was the most stubborn as the drizzle turned to short, light rain showers. Seeking refuge in a disused stable when forced, I managed about 2 1/2 hours which saw most of the pasture searched.
The precipitation of the preceding day had passed over come Sunday afternoon so I loaded up the car and headed to a local, new field just bought by new owners. I happened to see someone in there so stopped and asked. I was able to do about 2 hours here but spent more time playing with the little Shetland ponies. The brown one is called Peanut and is more like a dog the a pony. He came running up to meet me, sniffed everything then followed me everywhere. This youngster would make a superb detecting buddy! So friendly, gentle and characterful, very interested in what has been dug and is fascinated with my Propointer. Even Mr fox enjoyed the Sun!
Sorry I failed dismally on the silver front but hope that a little pony's nose can 'moor' that make up for that.
Many thanks,
b.
(The first four pics are of Saturday's search......)
I had full intention of a bit of detecting over the weekend and although Saturday afternoon was quite damp, I ventured into the mist and mizzle, my vision clouded with blind optimism. "What am I doing?" I asked myself on several occasions as a film of mud covered all that was was handled. To be honest, there is a little field at the end of the lane that I hoped would have at least some Victorian silver alurkin' below. So, with horses on vacation, and feeling in a most expeditious mood, I embraced this fine opportunity with relish!
The weather persisted, but so did I. I couldn't say who was the most stubborn as the drizzle turned to short, light rain showers. Seeking refuge in a disused stable when forced, I managed about 2 1/2 hours which saw most of the pasture searched.
The precipitation of the preceding day had passed over come Sunday afternoon so I loaded up the car and headed to a local, new field just bought by new owners. I happened to see someone in there so stopped and asked. I was able to do about 2 hours here but spent more time playing with the little Shetland ponies. The brown one is called Peanut and is more like a dog the a pony. He came running up to meet me, sniffed everything then followed me everywhere. This youngster would make a superb detecting buddy! So friendly, gentle and characterful, very interested in what has been dug and is fascinated with my Propointer. Even Mr fox enjoyed the Sun!
Sorry I failed dismally on the silver front but hope that a little pony's nose can 'moor' that make up for that.
Many thanks,
b.
(The first four pics are of Saturday's search......)
It has a lovely nature and tugs at your jacket. It just wants to play I'm sure.
