Jim Rattlesnake S 7 Report post Posted April 23, 2015 Here's a secret weapon that works extremely well when the dry wash gravel has a lot of caliche or clay in it. I've also seen an impact mill driven by a small gas engine that worked fairly well to break up the material. http://billandlindaprospecting.com/dw-don.html RSJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diggingbar 13 Report post Posted April 25, 2015 Looks like he figured out a method that works and is enjoying the process. Nice color. If the gold is there, you do what it takes to get it, right? Personally, I think that is what makes a miner. If he knows the gold is there, there is no word "quit". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reno Chris 101 Report post Posted April 26, 2015 Very cool. I wonder how long he lets the gravel tumble around in the mixer before he dry washes it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Rattlesnake S 7 Report post Posted April 26, 2015 Very cool. I wonder how long he lets the gravel tumble around in the mixer before he dry washes it? It's sort of trial and error, as it depends on how tough the material is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest jim straight Report post Posted July 10, 2015 Gosh RSJ, he is truly a dedicated small miner, not recreational as has all of the required permits to use equipment. jim s. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diggingbar 13 Report post Posted July 10, 2015 I can't think of any permit that would be required. No earth moving equipment. No undue degradation of the public lands. Keep on truckin'. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alan Cook 0 Report post Posted January 28 Here is my "secret" weapon for keeping dust farther away from my work zone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Kmtkmqi7x4&t=42s Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
