r/whatisit 10h ago

New, what is it? Found this metallic rock in backyard

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12.0k Upvotes

My dad found this unusual rock while working in the back yard. The outer exterior looks almost metallic but it's hard to tell if it's just a shiny rock or if actually metal. One thing that really caught my attention is just how heavy it is weighing in at 7.9kg. It feels like it weighs at least 2-3 times more than a comparable rock of it's size. What did we find?


r/whatisit 7h ago

Solved! Airplane wreckage in Mount Rainier National Park

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3.6k Upvotes

Ok, so this is obviously landing gear but that’s as far as I’ve gotten. I briefly searched the immediate area for more debris but found nothing of note.

I reported it to the powers that be and they confirmed it was never previously reported.

Found far off trail, but generally in the area around Grand Park which is in the northeast corner of Mount Rainier National Park.

Trekking pole is approx. 125 cms for reference.


r/whatisit 20h ago

Solved! Why is this banana red?

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8.1k Upvotes

I opened a banana and it was red inside. I've never seen anything like this before. What is it? It smells fine.


r/whatisit 18h ago

New, what is it? What’s this area in my closet?

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3.4k Upvotes

r/whatisit 14h ago

Solved! Any idea ? I live in France

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1.6k Upvotes

r/whatisit 8h ago

Solved! This is in the backyard of my 1925 home. What is it?

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335 Upvotes

This is in my backyard not far off the back deck and kitchen and near the door to the basement. It has these two layers of hatches and we have no idea what it is. The house was built in 1925 and we're in Massachusetts if that helps in any way. We've been so curious what it is.


r/whatisit 10h ago

Solved! This little plant growing in my backyard, I live in NY region, my mom thinks it’s a baby strawberry

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419 Upvotes

Any help would be appreciated thanks!


r/whatisit 2h ago

Solved! Amsterdam Schipol Airport - random doors to nowhere

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88 Upvotes

At Schipol airport there are these doors in the middle of the concourse. Can anyone shine a light as to what their purpose might be?

Thanks!


r/whatisit 21h ago

New, what is it? Just got a flat tire

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2.5k Upvotes

r/whatisit 20h ago

Solved! What is this?!? Missile?

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2.3k Upvotes

Found in the Kornati islands, Croatia, about 20 feet deep. It’s approximately 4.5 feet long.


r/whatisit 15h ago

Solved! I was cleaning some glass, and I noticed when I got some 99% iso in the sink, it started dancing around. Do you guys know what is happening here?

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651 Upvotes

I’ve never seen this happen before with iso/water.


r/whatisit 5h ago

Solved! I’m a smoker and idk what this is

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84 Upvotes

I was thinking a grinder but I’m not sure. It was my sisters and we both partake in 420. I know it says raw.


r/whatisit 17h ago

Solved! What kind of knife is this?

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725 Upvotes

Got this from an elderly as a “thank you” for helping her out. Anyone know what it is? Looks like maybe former military but i have no clue


r/whatisit 3h ago

Solved! Is this incense?

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41 Upvotes

I found this in my bathroom and I have no idea what it is. I don’t want to light it just in case it’s unsafe???

Edit: It smelt like nothing at all! Hence the confusion. I did burn one after figuring out what it was and it smelt like something generic burning.
I burn incense A LOT so I was very very confused on what it was. I’m guessing it’s old incense since it didn’t really have a scent when burnt.


r/whatisit 13h ago

Solved! What is this device?

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204 Upvotes

Cleaning out some old drawers at our audio video store. found this thing in the back and have no clue what it could be for.

EDIT: From many comments, this seems to be some sort of RF or IR device used for test connections in older AV equipment. Our oldest technician will be in the store tomorrow and he will definitely know what this is. I will post an update tomorrow with a definitive answer!

Solved!


r/whatisit 20h ago

Solved! Found this. What is it?

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774 Upvotes

Found this on the floor of an important conference. What is it? Some secret spy code?


r/whatisit 15h ago

Solved! Found at a goodwill

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226 Upvotes

Maybe something Amish (that’s what my mom said it might be)?


r/whatisit 4h ago

Serious answers only please! Found in a abandoned house don't when or where it's from

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37 Upvotes

Trying to find information on the sword


r/whatisit 1d ago

New, what is it? Hey found this in the ground while mowing, looked like it feel from the sky? What could this be?

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6.5k Upvotes

VERY hard to bend, but very extremely light in weight.


r/whatisit 4h ago

New, what is it? I've got a big one

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26 Upvotes

I paid $100 for this big wood thing a few years ago from a salvage store in Snohomish, WA.

They told me they thought it came from a boat forge place in Everett. I know nothing about that, but I thought it was cool and that it would make a unique bench or table or sex bed or something.

It's about 7 feet tall by maybe 2.5 feet wide at the widest point. I don't see any markings on it. It does look like there were some vises that they removed. It's heavy AF.

Anyone know what it is?


r/whatisit 18h ago

Solved! Any idea what these can be.

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328 Upvotes

Got it from my girlfriend of 5 years and she got it from her grandmother. It sounds like there is a bell inside when you shake it


r/whatisit 1d ago

Solved! What kind of bees are these?

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12.9k Upvotes

I rent this house in NC and I’m wondering if I should call my landlord to see if he’ll send someone out to bring this down, or if I need to take it down myself. And if I do, what are safe ways to do so ?


r/whatisit 2h ago

New, what is it? What animal is this from and why is it in this big pile?

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Found this pile of what appears to be animal hair or fur in the southern Tetons. We thought it was grass at first, which is why one person picked it up. But it quickly became evident that it was of animal origin. Have done lots of hiking in this area but haven’t seen anything like it before, and definitely not a whole pile of it. Right on the trail but a couple of miles in from the trailhead on a less popular route. No bones or other bits evident nearby.


r/whatisit 15h ago

Solved! I found this at work, what is it?

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146 Upvotes

It was in my works AV room, it was in a Ziploc bag too. I asked my coworker what he thought it was and he wouldn't give me an answer and no one else knows what it is.


r/whatisit 6h ago

New, what is it? Seen this animal in a field

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28 Upvotes

I live in the inner city, was going to my car this morning for work. there’s a field across the street from my house and noticed what appeared to be a a dog, But not really sure any thoughts?