detecting in Lithuania

[Kortesas]

Jennings, mine probe in picture ain’t that good as should be. But for me it’s okay  I use probe to find none-metal objects (like soldiers, bottles, ect.) or in places where soil is polluted with small metal objects. For me it’s too often happens that the soil is polluted. Probe helps to see if the soil was moved. Yes, there is a problem when you hit something and you can’t decide, dig or not to dig. But it comes with experience. After some time you feel the ground, the objects you hit. It’s hard to explain. Just need to try. Because rock, wood, metal have specific sound, moment when you hit it with you’r probe.
Talking about fluted cases, I am not sure why it is done. Cases were with bullet. No powder and shoted.

DWtexas, US buttons or should I say uniforms, durint period between WWI and WWII(World War 2) where a charity for lithuanian soldiers 

Cde811, I try not to think about that because it makes me feel depressed.

 

[karel]

regard from Czech Republic and congratulation. As I see Promised Land for detectorist

 

[silvermuncher]

did you find any shell casings?

 

[Pulltab Bob]

Kortesas In one of your amazing photos you show what appears to be a landmine? How did you avoid blowing yourself up with such a dangerous find? I understand these things stay active indefinately You truly have found some amazing war relics

 

[Kortesas]

Karel, thank you a lot for greetings Probably every country is a promised land for detectorist as long as you know where to dig
Latvia has more relicts on it’s land. Especially WWII German stuff.
Silvermucher, could you explain what is a shell casing? My English ain’t that good so I can’t really imagine what it is. Are you talking about shells from big guns (for ex. Howitzer Shell..)
Pulltab Bob, this is a soviet training mine. Not dangerous. But sometimes happens that we find WWII German mines.. Ofcourse it would be wise not to touch it at all. Life is too short.
I agree, it was scary for the first time but after sometime you get used to it

 

[h20hawgs]

I will stick with Civil War relics...ha

 

[Kortesas]

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I will stick with Civil War relics...ha

What is the most hunted relict from Civil War? I mean what are you searching mostly for?
I mostly dig on Polish, Lithuanian position and I look for awards.

 

[Kortesas]

All day was raining so I just had 1-2 hours of diging. Could be better..

 

[jr.hunter1992]

It's amazing that you dig all of these relics.
I am rather jellous.
I just might have to take a trip out to Lithuania!
I hunt Civil War relics as well as h20hawgs. Although I also dig for coins.
I have only been Metal detecting for around 6 months.
But some of the most prized relics are Belt Buckles, Guns,
Cannon Balls and Artillary Shells.
The last two are EXTREMELY hard to find, and the Artillary Shells are dangerous.
Our Civil war in case you are unaware took place from the year 1861 to 1865.
So there are nothing like Howitzer shells.
Just chunks of metal with a rounded tip and explosives inside.
Heres a picture of a Civil War bullet I found in my back yard.
This one was fired and has been pushed apart after hitting something.
I am glad we have someone like you on the site.
We get to see some different things we probably will NEVER dig.
Welcome to the site and feel free to give out hunting tips.
(Yes..... this is coming from the new guy!)

 

[jr.hunter1992]

Here is another find from my back yard.
The French came through this area during the French and Indian War
The years for the French and Indian War were 1754-1763.
I believe this buckle came from around that time period.
The reason I believe this is because of the french markings on the buckle.
Nothing that I can think of in the U.S. has ever been resembeled by a crown.
I hope you find these interesting.

 

[pbfanatic321]

Next summer, around July 2011, I will most likely be metal detecting through out Macedonia. I think it will be a great experience! Also, nice collection!

 

[Kortesas]

Not much but the day was nice

 

[Juneebug]

What a story you could tell with those finds... How long did it take you to emass all of it? Keep us updated please.

HH

 

[Kortesas]

jr.hunter1992, never seen before that kind of buckle. It would make my collection look better At first I though it's English buckle.. I have noticed that it requirs a lot of time and patience while you find something from civil war. But in any case, finds from civil war period are interesting, kinda hard to find them. I would love to dig civil war. I like when you do you'r best for looking something specific.

Juneebug, no problem. After every dig I will post pictures. By the way, what does it mean emass? I can't find this word in dictionary. Is there any definition of this word?
I guess you are wondering where do I place everything? Well, mostly of my finds I place in my room on the walls, small things (like medals) in special cupboard, coins in special "books" for coins(not sure how to name it ).
For example:

 

[Kortesas]

Lucky day for me

 

[Kortesas]

after small cleaning:

 

[Kortesas]

Today

 

[Huntnfind]

Great finds!! I'm super impressed!

 

[unomike]

I've been following your posts. I am amazed at your collection of military finds. In all your digs in recovering these items, have you ever recovered any small arms weapons or unit support weapons such as a Machine gun? I'm sure your government wouldn't allow you to keep any weapon you find unless it is beyond repair. But still the potential for finding one is good in your area.

I am tempted to buy a plane ticket and fly over there just to spend a day or two hunting with you. But the way the American economy is right now, its hard to do that without saving some money and planning ahead.

Be safe friend!

HH~Unomike

By the way, loosley defined, emass means to "gather" or "gather up" or "collect" Example: "Kortesas has emassed (collected) quite a few Medals for his personal collection".

 

[Popsgoatee]

Very nice, a history lesson in motion. Thanks for sharing!