On 27 May, 13:26, thin veneer <tack...@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote:
> On 19 Apr, 21:57, voltima...@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
wrote:
>
> > I've been cycling past a spot that i aroused mybottlesense for about
> > two years. Tonight i stopped, nipped over a hedge and whaty'a now,
> > about ten codds, hamiltons and ginger beers on the surface. I had a
> > little rummage and pulled out a 2oz amber bovril, a pipe and a sheer
> > lip sauce which dated thedumpto about 1880. I'm planning to give it
> > a good going over, any tips on how to do this properly and safely? I
> > normally only get bottles from brooks and rivers/ riverbanks, so i've
> > not dug an ashdumpbefore. How deep is necessary and are there any
> > signs that i should look for? Many thanks in advance.
> > Cheers, Nick. UK
>
> Hi Nick . I don't know the answer to your question, i'm afraid. Exept
> to say just dig as far as you can go!
>
> I've a question, being new to thebottlecollecting game: How did you
> know it was a good site for old bottles?
>
> Cheers.
Hi Nick,
Just seen oyur message and thought that I could definatley advise you
on this one as sometimes digging a true ash dump can be a bit trocky.
Now, if its a really good dump, it's going to be deep and have many
layers, some burnt and some not.
The general thrust is to dig as deep as possible and find as much
stuff as you can without the trenxh caving in on you.
As I am an expert in digging through ash on very vbery risky sites I
can for sure offer my advice, on site and if you like I could meet up
with you and convey as much of my expertise as I can.
Remember, if oyour down deep, 1) listen for any tiny pockets of
falling ash, for these are the first sign of a cave in.
Allways be ready to jump.
Take some time to examine the outside of the trench as you dig as the
cracks and fissures can appear exceedingly discreatley.
When you have dug a deep hole take time to watch the overhangs cave,
and observe thedynamics involved. This way you will prime yourself to
react swiftly if and when you need to jump out of the way of a fall.
Allways try to avoid digging when you are angry.
Take note of all possible signs of a fall.
Be careful and perhaps think about asking me up for a dig
Best regards,
Robert.
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