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Offline prospector86

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« on: June 07, 2009, 10:13:41 PM »
I've been thinking about getting a dredge for the last few months, but not really sure what would be the best type. I live in montana, and usally stay within the state for my prospecting, and don't want to go to big at first. Any advise would be of help.
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Re: dredge
« Reply #1 on: June 08, 2009, 07:28:45 AM »
you might consider something like a KEENE 2 1/2 IN COMBO.easy to move,
small size legal at most claim sites (some have size limits)
can be used as hibanker or dredge.hope this helps,good luck.
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Re: dredge
« Reply #2 on: June 08, 2009, 09:35:06 AM »
Get the biggest dredge you can afford!  A 4" will move 4 times the material of a 2.  Less rock chucking!  Going to add air later?  Plan for it now if so.  A 2 1/2 is a good one man setup.  Keene/Proline?  Flip a coin  IMHO.
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Re: dredge
« Reply #3 on: September 12, 2009, 09:03:03 AM »
Probably a back pack dredge.
Good for shallow streams, and sampling.
Please check with the regulations for the biggest size you can use.
My best to you.
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