Fleshing beam

It is my firm belief that every hunter and trapper should own and know how to use a fleshing beam. This imperative stems from another firm belief: that every hunter or trapper should know how to flesh and prep the capes and hides of the animals they kill. Any hide or cape that will be mounted or put on the fur market needs to be fleshed. It is true that in a pinch, many hides can be fleshed with a knife on a table or over your knee, but unless you really know what you’re doing, you’ll…

If you ever plan on dealing with large quantities of hides, whether it's deer, beaver, or wolves, one of the most important pieces of gear to have is a fleshing beam. Although you can get away with not fleshing some smaller critters, most hides require a good fleshing job, and when dealing with a high volume, you'll quickly find yourself overwhelmed if you don't have a beam. With a fleshing beam and a draw knife you can scrape off all the flesh and fat much faster, and with much less hide…

A well-positioned fleshing beam can be pretty important when trying to efficiently process pelts in the fur shed. If you’re like me, space always seems to be a limiting factor, and so space-saving ideas are always appreciated. Here’s one from Greg, a Maine trapper who just built a beautiful fur shed that should last him […]

Here are some things for any trapper to consider when choosing what kind of fleshing beam to rely on. You spend a lot of time at the beam, so choose wisely.

would like to know or see some pics of how you beaver trappers snare under ice and how to drown them. i have used 330s, but have a feeling i have a spot where there may be one or two educated ones.i caught a mamma and a kit. and still had 330s out in one run. the smell of beaver was still ...

Does anybody have a pic or two of a fleshing beam stand? Ideally something where i could interchange my larger beam with my smaller muskrat and mink beam. Thanks!

Flocked decoys offer several advantages over painted dekes. The flocked surfaces absorb light similar to the way that feathers do, giving a more realistic appearance. This is especially the case in direct sun that can create an unrealistic glare off painted decoys. But premium flocked decoys usually come with a premium price tag. That’s why this DIY project is so useful: you can flock your existing spread for about $30 and an afternoon’s worth of your time.

Does anybody have a pic or two of a fleshing beam stand? Ideally something where i could interchange my larger beam with my smaller muskrat and mink beam. Thanks!