Reinforce carbon fiber handle for metal detecting sand scoop

[@bnap1444]

Did it work well? Able to lift the heavy sand without worry?

[@cviator]

So far, so good

[@c.h.u.d]

You need STEP drill bits for carbon fiber

[@MrLeviaFUN]

Doesn't the aluminum rod defeat the purpose of the carbon handle being lightweight?

[@cviator]

possibly. All I had was the carbon fiber handle, so I had nothing to compare to and needed a solution.

[@c.h.u.d]

No

[@DiggingItBack]

Good tip thanks.

[@scottcremer3806]

Do you have a link on where you got the aluminum rod?

[@rks7202]

Hey Scott, I found it at Speedymetals.com. It was about $6 plus $15 for shipping. Here are the details that fit my carbon fiber handle: 15/16" {A} Rd 6061-T6511 Aluminum, Extruded-12". SKU: 61r.937-12

[@brooklyntreasurehunter]

Great tip.

[@Cruz-ep3jv]

My spectra hurt my back .