Coyote snares and fleshing knife
 

I just took my trappers course now I'm looking to hopefully snare some coyotes. I'm looking for suggestions on what kind and size of snares I should buy? And what fleshing knife would be the best to start out with. Thanks in advance :)

They didn't recommend type of snares at the course.

We use senneker snares (1/16 cable, magnum spring, biggest break away) from Marty for coyotes and ram power snares (wolfmaster size) for wolves on our trapline

Necker 600 fleshing knife and a 4 inch PVC pipe at 45degree angle as a beam is what I use for fleshing, works great for me

So what was the course about if they didn’t tell u that? One of the most trapped animals in Alberta.

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[QUOTE=D4l3k;3682149]We use senneker snares (1/16 cable, magnum spring, biggest break away) from Marty for coyotes and ram power snares (wolfmaster size) for wolves on our trapline

Necker 600 fleshing knife and a 4 inch PVC pipe at 45degree angle as a beam is what I use for fleshing, works great for me[/QUOTE

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Thanks for the replies. They did suggest some during the course. I just wanted to see what everyone else was having success with

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If you could find an experienced Trapper who’d spend a few hours with you you’d be way ahead of the game. Where are you located?

I use this system in 5/64 cable and 5’ long. My extensions are 3/32 and 8’ long with a wolf swivel on the end.

https://www.snareshop.com/prodinfo.asp?number=SNARE400

I am in love with my Ron Post 2 handed flesher. It is pricey but I am convinced it'd worth it. I have many trapping friends converted. Halford sells them I'm sure any other supply store like Martys Canadian coyote company or trapper gords could get you 1. Also you need a nice beam. Guys use pvc pipe I've seen lots of fence posts smoothed down at colonies. I purchased 1 from trapper gords. I believe when your trying to do the best job on a hide use the right tools. I even got a fellow in a black hat hooked on the Ron post. And get some burr combs brush them yotes before you hit a burr while fleshing you'll be a seamstress pretty quick.

And id take hunter daves advice find someone in your area that would take you under their wing. Thats how i got going.
Have a good season
Bill

Ron Post for fleshing !!!! It is hands down the best I've tried

Do you guys think that a Post fleshing knife is a good one to learn how to flesh coyotes? I was going to recommend that cheap $20 one from Halford’s because it’s duller and more forgiving. I love my Post for fleshing thick skinned beaver but I won’t use it on coyotes.

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i learned on it and found it works well for a newbie. i find the dull side to be plenty dull so one doesn't have to worry about the knife cutting a hole. the sharp side is razor sharp and has kept its edge for a few years now. granted I only use it on a handful of beavers each year.