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We found a gold bearing quartz stringer
Joe and I went back to a small creek to explore some faint signals that we heard in a small quartz stringer that was running across the stream.
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Beekeeping & Woodturning - MAKING WOODEN LIDS FOR HONEY JARS
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In this clip a wooden lid is turned for a honey jar. A recess is machined into the base and a metal lid is glued in place.
Finding gold with the next generation of prospectors
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My daughter and grandson cleaned up a patch with the GPX 6000 and found quite a few pieces of gold. It was Archer’s first real attempt at prospecting and he had a ball detecting, finding signals and then recovering the gold. Both his mother and I were so proud of his efforts. This clip shows him using the pick and scoop to find a couple of those small pieces.
Panning out flood gold from a patch that had been detected
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My eldest daughter and grandson came with me to a remote gully to detect small pieces of gold that had deposited after recent floods. After carefully detecting the area and removing as much gold as the detector could hear, we decided to pan some of the gravel to see if there was any finer gold remaining. This clip is the result of the first pan.
Using the Zed to pick up the gold that the 6000 left behind
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After working an area quite well with a couple of 6000’s, we decided to come back and cover the same country with the 7000’s to see if we could find some deeper targets that the smaller machine could not see. We ended up finding a couple of small patches that were a bit deeper and required a bit of work to remove some rocks etc. to recover the gold. This short clip shows one of the pieces that ...
The little bits of gold add up
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Joe and I head up a gully in search of gold with our metal detectors. This is raw footage with minimal editing and contains no fancy headings or the dreaded music in the background. We wanted to keep everything as natural as we could which means that some of the digs are a bit long and our errors and mess ups are all left in the video. Be patient and join us on the journey. It is worth the effo...
Detecting for gold nuggets with the Minelab 6000 and the Goldhawk 10x5
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A mate and I went back to an area that we worked with our GPZ 7000’s a couple of years ago. We decided to go back using the 6000 with a small coil attached to get into those tight areas that the larger coil could not reach.
Detecting for gold comparing the Coiltek Goldhawk 10x5 to the Minelab 11” coil on real targets
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A mate and I decided to compare signal responses on live targets when we were out detecting in an old gold mine area. I had the standard Minelab 11” mono connected to the gpx 6000 and my mate was using the Coiltek Goldhawk 10x5. I hope that enjoy the results of our comparison.
Minelab GPX 6000 running the Coiltek Goldhawk 10x5 over old ground
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Trying to get around the bush at the moment is quite difficult. Vines, shrubs, saplings and leaf litter make it difficult to get a coil on the ground. In this clip, I’m using the Coiltek Goldhawk 10x5 to cover some old ground in an attempt to pick up small pieces of gold that other detectors have left behind.
Homemade BBQ Charcoal Briquettes
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In this clip I demonstrate how I make charcoal briquettes for the BBQ. This is a follow up to the lump charcoal video made a couple of weeks ago. ua-cam.com/video/Vr6i08of-CE/v-deo.html The recipe for a small batch is as follows: 2kg charcoal 800g hardwood sawdust 400g powdered clay 200g plain flower 100g agricultural lime. This recipe can be scaled up or modified to suit your needs.
Homemade BBQ Lump Charcoal
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This clip shows the method I follow to make homemade lump charcoal for the BBQ using a simple technique and recycled drums.
Conglomerate Gold with the Coiltek Goldhawk 10x5
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Had a look around an area that had been worked many times by a lot of people. I decided to look for small gold trapped within pieces of conglomerate using the GPX 6000 and the new Coiltek Goldhawk 10x5.
Chasing small gold with the GPX 6000 @ Les Gold
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Back out to an old area detecting for small gold with the GPX 6000. The area has been covered by quite a few machines over the years. Have a look to see what they left behind.
Detecting for gold at Tibooburra with the GPX 6000 @ Les Gold
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Detecting for gold at Tibooburra with the GPX 6000 @ Les Gold
Gold Nuggets Melted Into A Button Using A Potato Crucible @ Les Gold
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Gold Nuggets Melted Into A Button Using A Potato Crucible @ Les Gold
Rock Bar Gold @ Les Gold
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Rock Bar Gold @ Les Gold
Detecting For Gold In Paradise @ Les Gold
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Detecting For Gold In Paradise @ Les Gold
Beekeeping - MinI Comb Honey Section Frames @ Les Gold
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Beekeeping - MinI Comb Honey Section Frames @ Les Gold
Beekeeping - A simple method for making starter strips on small frames @ Les Gold
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Beekeeping - A simple method for making starter strips on small frames @ Les Gold
Beekeeping - Cramping up homemade round timber comb honey sections @ Les Gold
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Beekeeping - Cramping up homemade round timber comb honey sections @ Les Gold
Beekeeping - Homemade Square Timber Comb Honey Sections @ Les Gold
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Beekeeping - Homemade Square Timber Comb Honey Sections @ Les Gold
Beekeeping - Homemade round timber comb sections @ Les Gold
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Beekeeping - Homemade round timber comb sections @ Les Gold
Homemade beeswax starter strips and foundation for comb honey @ Les Gold
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Homemade beeswax starter strips and foundation for comb honey @ Les Gold
Making comb honey at home using recycled materials. Part 2 - Frame Construction @ Les Gold
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Making comb honey at home using recycled materials. Part 2 - Frame Construction @ Les Gold
Beekeeping - Making comb honey at home using recycled materials - Part 1 @ Les Gold
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Beekeeping - Making comb honey at home using recycled materials - Part 1 @ Les Gold
Beekeeping- Cleaning plastic foundation the easy way @ Les Gold
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Beekeeping- Cleaning plastic foundation the easy way @ Les Gold
Detecting For Gold Around Clermont @ Les Gold
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Detecting For Gold Around Clermont @ Les Gold
Minelab GPX 6000 - Using the 14” DD and 11” mono coils
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Minelab GPX 6000 - Using the 14” DD and 11” mono coils
GPX 6000 Audio Enhancer Update
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GPX 6000 Audio Enhancer Update
GPX 6000 v GPZ 7000 on small targets
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GPX 6000 v GPZ 7000 on small targets

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  • @KeyserTheRedBeard
    @KeyserTheRedBeard 5 днів тому

    Great video, Les Gold. Looking forward to seeing your next upload from you. I smashed the thumbs up button on your content. Keep up the fantastic work. The way you detailed the gold extraction process was really engaging! Have you considered exploring deeper layers of the quartz to see if there might be larger deposits hidden below?

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 5 днів тому

      Thanks Redbeard. The rock was just getting too hard to progress any further. It would take specialised equipment to do that and Joe and I are just prospectors and not miners. We were also on private property and we were not going to make a mess and destroy a really pretty environment.

  • @Sanbatongmatmientayofficial
    @Sanbatongmatmientayofficial 5 днів тому

    Nice video ❤

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 5 днів тому

      @@Sanbatongmatmientayofficial 👍

  • @RobertHughes-hh9zg
    @RobertHughes-hh9zg 17 днів тому

    G'day mate , love the video thanks for sharing. I have one question , do you use 2 kg charcoal dust ? or 2kg of lump . it probably doesnt matter, just wondering .

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 17 днів тому

      @@RobertHughes-hh9zg Thanks mate. I just weight the fine particles after they have been put through the mulcher

    • @RobertHughes-hh9zg
      @RobertHughes-hh9zg 13 днів тому

      @@lesgold2132 thanks des appreciate you responding .

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 13 днів тому

      @@RobertHughes-hh9zg 👍

  • @SKMacadamia
    @SKMacadamia 18 днів тому

    I need that

  • @Famo59
    @Famo59 19 днів тому

    It all adds up. Cheers Famo59👍🍻⛏️

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 19 днів тому

      @@Famo59 It sure does Famo. We decided to give the gold to the property owner who has really looked after us over the past few months. For us, it’s the adventure. A little bit of gold is just the icing on the cake.

    • @Famo59
      @Famo59 19 днів тому

      @@lesgold2132 Legend.👍⛏️

  • @GSProspecting
    @GSProspecting 20 днів тому

    Great day out there getting that Au fam. Keep on having fun and living the dream. Gold Squad Out 🤠

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 20 днів тому

      @@GSProspecting Cheers GS. It was a great day out. Sometimes it’s about more than just finding gold.

  • @rickmihalec2035
    @rickmihalec2035 20 днів тому

    Good to see you again Les. That looks like a very good spot to be crevicing and or sniping.

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 20 днів тому

      Thanks Rick. It’s a paradise for a leach attack

  • @idiggold
    @idiggold 20 днів тому

    Great discovery mate

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 20 днів тому

      @@idiggold It was. Would like to know if there was more gold in the crevice but it was just too hard to keep going

    • @idiggold
      @idiggold 20 днів тому

      @@lesgold2132 HARD Rock mining..lol

  • @mandybrown7758
    @mandybrown7758 21 день тому

    Beautiful area

  • @BiggestKev1960
    @BiggestKev1960 21 день тому

    G'Day Les, Great video, I love the creek you're working 👍👍 Cheers Kev

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 21 день тому

      @@BiggestKev1960 Thanks Kev. It sure was a pretty spot.

  • @charlescarlson1290
    @charlescarlson1290 24 дні тому

    Les, that was a great video. I had the same question and it completely answered it.

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 24 дні тому

      @@charlescarlson1290 Glad you enjoyed it.

  • @dritch2472
    @dritch2472 25 днів тому

    What about the soap? Do you wash it off?

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 25 днів тому

      @@dritch2472 Yes. Foundation is soaked and rinsed in fresh water. It is then allowed to dry as individual sheets before being stored. If sheets are to be placed directly into a hive, they are not dried.

  • @evannicholson2823
    @evannicholson2823 Місяць тому

    Nice work mate,👍👍👍

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 Місяць тому

      @@evannicholson2823 cheers. It’s a great spot to visit

  • @blakewalker1039
    @blakewalker1039 Місяць тому

    Hey mate great video! You’ve got me sold on a Goldhawk. I just need to decide between the 9” and the 10x5. Just wondering if you could share your opinion between the two? Thanks

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 Місяць тому

      @@blakewalker1039 Thanks mate. I use the 10x5 as it is really sensitive at the nose end of the coil. It’s good to get into tight areas like rock bars etc and that’s where I believe it has the advantage. I’ve heard good results on the9” round. You would be happy with either.

  • @beemupedziswa
    @beemupedziswa Місяць тому

    How thick is your wooden paddle? Thanks a million this is what i am going to use .... have been trying all sorts of methods with no lucky ....

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 Місяць тому

      @@beemupedziswa It is about 19mm thick. Hope it works out well for you

  • @petertgold
    @petertgold 2 місяці тому

    Hi Les, good to see your daughter and grandson are into gold prospecting.

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 2 місяці тому

      Hi Peter. How’s the prospecting going? Yes it is good to have the family out Looking around the bush. The only problem is that the gold is pretty scattered and has been in hiding lately. Have you been out for a scratch around?

    • @petertgold
      @petertgold 2 місяці тому

      @@lesgold2132 Haven't done anything other than a bit in Vic last year, had a lot going on here, give you a call for a chat soon Cheers

  • @antz123-m3f
    @antz123-m3f 2 місяці тому

    Great practicality. Typical Aussie! How did you fix the 2 sides of the silicone sheets together mate?

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 2 місяці тому

      @@antz123-m3f Thanks mate. I made one recently for drone comb (with varroa on the way) and just bent some strap iron (x3 pieces) into a U shape and crimped it onto the silicone pieces with pliers. That worked well.

  • @PatrickRaphael-oc3ud
    @PatrickRaphael-oc3ud 2 місяці тому

    Can bee stay for this one

  • @ernielightning3218
    @ernielightning3218 2 місяці тому

    Cranky bees

  • @snazzyd8866
    @snazzyd8866 2 місяці тому

    Why not build a proper wood fired oven and cut to the chase? Unless you're making biochar as a soil amendment....

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 2 місяці тому

      @@snazzyd8866 And that’s another project as well. It’s all good fun for a bit of BBQ fuel.

  • @AndrewAHayes
    @AndrewAHayes 3 місяці тому

    This seems to be the best method I have seen so far, I have some 3D printers and I printed some plastic foundation, however, it is not quick and is more expensive than buying it, although it worked just fine. I have seen some 3D printed embossing roller machines for embossing paper online, I think this could easily be converted for wax foundation usage, I will look into this. I enjoy making things for my own use and any saving of money is always welcome.

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 3 місяці тому

      @@AndrewAHayes Thanks for the feedback. Embossing rollers for wax foundation are now readily available online but they are quite expensive.

  • @BigWillSD
    @BigWillSD 3 місяці тому

    Thank you!!

  • @S.Alenze
    @S.Alenze 3 місяці тому

    very informative ! thanks for sharing

  • @rafadiezdom
    @rafadiezdom 3 місяці тому

    My respects Sir

  • @DaveyD71
    @DaveyD71 3 місяці тому

    Is that a "Yukon Gold Potatoe" ? 😂

  • @rab61au
    @rab61au 3 місяці тому

    Enjoyed this video, cheers. What coil was that?

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 3 місяці тому

      Thanks mate. That was the Nuggetfinder 12” Z Search. It’s an amazing coil on the zed.

  • @turnitupmike
    @turnitupmike 3 місяці тому

    The handy jumper sleeve all purpose squeegees, thanks. This gives me hope to afford to start in bees and get em growing in numbers ( with 2 mates with a few hives).

  • @mudasirbhat5347
    @mudasirbhat5347 4 місяці тому

    How much this embossing machine cost you

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 4 місяці тому

      They are quite expensive (about $1200) but I bought mine really cheap many years ago

  • @elainefant3319
    @elainefant3319 4 місяці тому

    Thank you for sharing.

  • @LordPenny95
    @LordPenny95 4 місяці тому

    So do you rewax it abit ? Or let them figure it out

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 4 місяці тому

      There is normally enough wax on the foundation and the bees will rebuild the comb. Timing is critical. If the bees are expanding in the spring and building comb it works well. If you put the frame back in any other time, they will clean it up and not build any comb.

  • @Gold-d9x
    @Gold-d9x 4 місяці тому

    Nice mate at lest your machine works it will find gold have fun

  • @daleparkes8650
    @daleparkes8650 5 місяців тому

    Nice and simple!! Cheers

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 5 місяців тому

      Thanks. Glad you enjoyed the clip

  • @MV-uh4ze
    @MV-uh4ze 5 місяців тому

    Great video. How much current are you letting through the wires, what is the voltage on the output? I suppose 12 V.

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 5 місяців тому

      It’s just a 12v battery charger. 2 to 4 amps is coming through the wires. Pleased that you enjoyed the clip.

  • @mohiuddinshah5558
    @mohiuddinshah5558 5 місяців тому

    Sir where to buy wax on which site

  • @what_Love_Drew_forth
    @what_Love_Drew_forth 5 місяців тому

    I love this!

  • @rosscollins2910
    @rosscollins2910 6 місяців тому

    Very nice! Comparing the same exact jar of honey with and without the wood lid do you get enough extra at the cash register to actually pay for your time, materials and equipment? A hexagonal lid would be good for those with arthritis. It’s a great looking item I just look at things from a cost versus reward standpoint.

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 6 місяців тому

      Thanks Ross. These honey jars are taken to the markets. I make a fancy swing tag label that contains all the required information and charge a premium for the product. People are quite prepared to pay for a nice jar that is well presented. My materials costs and labour are covered in that cost. As the lids are larger than the standard metal lid, they are very easy to remove which would be a real advantage for those with arthritis.

  • @dazzlehunt3933
    @dazzlehunt3933 6 місяців тому

    I'm finding smaller gold than that with the standard coil

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 6 місяців тому

      And you will too. The standard coil is great and will find tiny specs. The advantage of the 10x5 is that it will find small pieces at a depth that does not register when using the 11” coil. A lot of testing using live, undug targets over a period of time showed us the potential of the coil. It is actually surprising how much gold the standard coil will miss. To its credit, the 11” coil does have a depth advantage when the gold gets a little larger. Non of what I just said should be of any real surprise, it’s just the way it works when coil size and shape are altered. Good luck with your detecting. Hope you find a stack of monsters on your next trip out.

  • @chungperkins
    @chungperkins 6 місяців тому

    Tôi sẽ áp dụng cách này

  • @beesequipment5389
    @beesequipment5389 6 місяців тому

    If anyone need beeswax embossing machine or beekeeping tools, welcome to contact me.

  • @royjohnson465
    @royjohnson465 6 місяців тому

    I can tell Archer ‘does’ honestly have the patience and interest to become a gold detectorist prospector, because many other kids would not. ~Also the slightly deeper Coiltek Goldhawk 9” round is getting close to the same sensitivity as the Goldhawk 10x5” which is better for tight areas between objects.

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 6 місяців тому

      He was very patient and really did enjoy the day out. We are very proud of his enthusiasm and the way he was able to focus and search for those elusive pieces of gold. I have heard some good reports on the 9” round Goldhawk. Being a round coil with a slightly bigger footprint, I would expect good depth from it. I reckon it would work well in this type of situation.

    • @royjohnson465
      @royjohnson465 6 місяців тому

      @@lesgold2132 ~ Yes, patients, enjoying it, enthusiasm, and focus. Also I see he listens following instructions then precisely executing the task at hand without any rude complaining whatsoever. All attributes of an excellent tradesman and potentially very successful gold detectorist and prospector. If you buy him a GPX6000 then also teach him holding the tongue, secrecy, and concealment of places where he found the gold. I got my first metal detector in the 1970’s at about 13 years old then my second one in about 1975 (Compass Judge 1 Automatic TR), so I also was a young prodigy, I had no mentors, I just had a my own drive to detect and reading Treasure Found and Treasure Search magazines at that time. ~I recently just received the Goldhawk 9” but never had a chance to use it yet. Using the GPX6000 if a person finds a whole bunch of about .05 gram gold pieces in one area then a person can also set up a highbanker or sluice there. I already have the Nuggetfinder Exceed. I am in Canada, so it’s a little bit different type of detecting than where you’re at. The cold weather is just passing so I’ll be able to get out soon. ~The Goldhawk 10x5” is very good for tight spaces, between rocks, grass, and trees also for bedrock. But I opted for the Goldhawk 9” because I have deeper ground here and the sensitivity is pretty close to the smaller coil.

    • @royjohnson465
      @royjohnson465 6 місяців тому

      @@lesgold2132 ~ I just replied to you and U-Tube deleted my response for no reason.

    • @royjohnson465
      @royjohnson465 6 місяців тому

      @@lesgold2132 ~Yes, patients, enjoying it, enthusiasm, and focus. Also I see he listens following instructions then precisely executing the task at hand without any rude complaining whatsoever. All attributes of an excellent tradesman and potentially very successful gold detectorist and prospector. If you buy him a GPX6000 then also teach him holding the tongue, secrecy, and concealment of places where he found the gold. I got my first metal detector in the 1970’s at about 13 years old then my second one in about 1975 (Compass Judge 1 Automatic TR), so I also was a young prodigy, I had no mentors, I just had a my own drive to detect and reading Treasure Found and Treasure Search magazines at that time.

    • @royjohnson465
      @royjohnson465 6 місяців тому

      @@lesgold2132 ~~I recently just received the Goldhawk 9” but never had a chance to use it yet. Using the GPX6000 if a person finds a whole bunch of about .05 gram gold pieces in one area then a person can also set up a highbanker or sluice there. I already have the Nuggetfinder Exceed. I am in Canada, so it’s a little bit different type of detecting than where you’re at. The cold weather is just passing so I’ll be able to get out soon. ~The Goldhawk 10x5” is very good for tight spaces, between rocks, grass, and trees also for bedrock. But I opted for the Goldhawk 9” because I have deeper ground here and the sensitivity is pretty close to the smaller coil.

  • @leslietehaara7099
    @leslietehaara7099 6 місяців тому

    Fantastic vids there Ocker, simplicity itself in the production of the charcoal and the briquettes. Thanks heaps for sharing. 👍

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 6 місяців тому

      Pleased you enjoyed them

  • @rickmihalec2035
    @rickmihalec2035 6 місяців тому

    Well done. A good man with many talents. Looking forward to seeing next clip. Cheers.

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 6 місяців тому

      Cheers Rick. A couple of beekeeping bits and pieces to come if I can figure out how to present them.

  • @nickodonnell6896
    @nickodonnell6896 6 місяців тому

    Must be good honey.

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 6 місяців тому

      It tastes like gold😉😉😉😉

  • @timf9773
    @timf9773 6 місяців тому

    Ill have to give this a try, I usually scrape, pressure wash, rewax. Its very time consuming. I reuse my frames for years, untill the wax is totally black. That was a perfectly good drawn frame 😂.

  • @ianallen7326
    @ianallen7326 6 місяців тому

    Nice work guys thanks for sharing 👍

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 6 місяців тому

      Thanks mate. Glad you enjoyed it.

  • @GSProspecting
    @GSProspecting 6 місяців тому

    Great times indeed fam. Keep on having fun getting that Au and living the dream. Gold Squad Out 🤠

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 6 місяців тому

      Cheers GS. I’m worried that I may have to share all the gold with a new convert.

  • @PhillipHall01
    @PhillipHall01 7 місяців тому

    Good one Les!!! Did you find more at this location? Phillip

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 7 місяців тому

      Hi Phillip. The gold was small and was able to hide itself away. I did get a few but they were small. Have a look at my other short to get an idea of their general size. Don’t get me wrong, I still enjoyed the day out.

  • @trevormannering5697
    @trevormannering5697 7 місяців тому

    Great to see you back on UA-cam. Love your relaxed commentary and the bush scenery, not to mention the gold!

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 7 місяців тому

      Thanks Trevor. It’s good to be back. Had a bit of an accident twelve months ago that slowed me up for a while but I’m back into it again. Unfortunately I find it harder to count to 10 these days. 9 1/3 is about all I can count to. I need to find bigger gold so that the nuggets don’t drop through the gap lol.

  • @garrymercer757
    @garrymercer757 7 місяців тому

    nice . thanks for the video

  • @mickr4832
    @mickr4832 7 місяців тому

    Great to see you fellas out and about cheers Mick.

    • @lesgold2132
      @lesgold2132 7 місяців тому

      Thanks Mick. We enjoyed our day out. It’s great working together and sharing the experience.