H.A.M.M.Y Code
The HAMMY Code
(Requirements before posting ID requests.)
ID Requests, we are always pleased to see members finds and share in your excitement. However, please consider the HAMMY code below if you also wish to have a good ID. This top class free service is provided by other forum members and they need as much INFORMATION as possible. Many of us struggle with the technical side of taking pictures and loading them onto a post, so and here is just one of the excellent help topic that should make life easier! Image Guide
Your special find should be special to us all. Happy hunting, Forum Staff.
H - Have at least two clear, in focus images. Both sides of the items must be shown in all cases. Mandatory.
A - Add some information regarding the circumstances: conditions, depth, type of land, etc. Advisory
M - Measure items by placing them [directly] alongside a metric form of scale only (cm/mm), showing clear segments/numbering and clear millimeter divisions.Advisory
M - Machine used and settings – this is always of interest to other members. Advisory
Y - You will always get a better ID if you supply as much information as possible. Approximate location, type of metal, etc., can prove very helpful. Tell us as much as you can.
PLEASE NOTE: No other form of scale, other that that specified above, is acceptable, strictly only 8 images allowed daily when using the attachment feature and only post finds you wish to be identified.
Finally - when asking and receiving a ID Please Remember the Common courtesy of Please and Thank You.
(Requirements before posting ID requests.)
ID Requests, we are always pleased to see members finds and share in your excitement. However, please consider the HAMMY code below if you also wish to have a good ID. This top class free service is provided by other forum members and they need as much INFORMATION as possible. Many of us struggle with the technical side of taking pictures and loading them onto a post, so and here is just one of the excellent help topic that should make life easier! Image Guide
Your special find should be special to us all. Happy hunting, Forum Staff.
H - Have at least two clear, in focus images. Both sides of the items must be shown in all cases. Mandatory.
A - Add some information regarding the circumstances: conditions, depth, type of land, etc. Advisory
M - Measure items by placing them [directly] alongside a metric form of scale only (cm/mm), showing clear segments/numbering and clear millimeter divisions.Advisory
M - Machine used and settings – this is always of interest to other members. Advisory
Y - You will always get a better ID if you supply as much information as possible. Approximate location, type of metal, etc., can prove very helpful. Tell us as much as you can.
PLEASE NOTE: No other form of scale, other that that specified above, is acceptable, strictly only 8 images allowed daily when using the attachment feature and only post finds you wish to be identified.
Finally - when asking and receiving a ID Please Remember the Common courtesy of Please and Thank You.