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Trap Selection-looking to buy #6620643
09/19/19 06:13 PM
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I’ve been using mainly Bridger #2 2 coiled off set dogged and dogless traps for coyote, which some I have 4-coiled, I like the dogless 2 coiled better. I’ve caught reds, greys, raccoons in them as well. And one bobcat. If I’m targeting fox, I mainly use duke 1.5. I’ve caught a few coyotes in the duke 1.5, no problem with holding them but usually not a high pad catch. I did purchase some bridger 1.65s and one bridger 3 this year, so I’m excited to use them.
So that leads me to my question-I’d like to purchase some other traps to try/test and see if I like them more, in terms of bedding and handling of the traps. I don’t mind modifying my own traps. I actually enjoy it. So based on my target animals, what traps would you recommend and why? I know certain traps have caused a pissing match on trapper talk, that’s why I’m posting here. So if you’d rather not answer other than through PM, that’s fine.
I’m not opposed to buying multiple brands of traps and running them. Actually gives me a reason to spend some of my overtime money.

Re: Trap Selection-looking to buy [Re: coyotesoldier229] #6620835
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I really like mb 550s for fox and coyote. I’ve caught skunks, coons, reds, and badgers in them and it has held up fine to all of them. Always a good catch high up on the paw. I love fully modified Bridget #3s for bobcat and coyote but I don’t use them much here because the land I trap has a good possibility of catching someone’s dog and the 550 looks less intimidating and is more forgiving on smaller animals. Really it’s more for PR that I mostly use the 550s just cause they look gentler to someone who doesn’t trap. I know people have strong opinions about this but if you don’t mind tinkering and tweaking then dukes get the job done for the least money. I’ve used em plenty and they’ve served me well, but they just don’t hold up to a coyote with a nasty attitude as well as the more expensive brands. It’ll hold em but sometimes you come away with a mangled up trap.
I don’t like dogless traps, I’ve tried several.


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Re: Trap Selection-looking to buy [Re: coyotesoldier229] #6620855
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Thanks Bob, I’m open minded to change and not afraid to try anything, especially if it makes sense. I get the PR thing. I’ve snapped my hand in my Bridgers to show people it’s not that bad, not in those duke 1.5s though, they are mean for their size lol. I love the size of the #3 bridger OS, can’t wait to try it. I’ve always heard good things about the mb’s, few of my friends swear by them. My one statement is a little confusing, I like the dogless 2 coiled over 4 coiled, hard to get lower pan tension. I prefer the dogged bridger over dogless but both seem to perform well for me. Thanks again for the input

Re: Trap Selection-looking to buy [Re: coyotesoldier229] #6620857
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For the money I like Montana #3 simple design and gets the job done

Re: Trap Selection-looking to buy [Re: coyotesoldier229] #6620936
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I have been using bridger's #2 4 coil offset dog on. I just bought some #2 4 coil dogless offset. I like the looks of them. I cant wait to try them.

Re: Trap Selection-looking to buy [Re: coyotesoldier229] #6620951
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If I were starting over and looking for coyote traps. The new #4 Montgomery would be high on my list of traps to try. Never liked a square jawed trap, no reason, just don't seem right to me.

https://www.schmittent.com/montgomery-trap-4-dogless-4x4-jaw-spread-5-78-and-6-14-outside

Re: Trap Selection-looking to buy [Re: coyotesoldier229] #6620965
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The new Duke 550 is a great trap right out of the box.


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Re: Trap Selection-looking to buy [Re: coyotesoldier229] #6620993
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These all seem like great options for my target animals. Thanks for the input everyone.

Re: Trap Selection-looking to buy [Re: coyotesoldier229] #6621022
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Take a hard look at the KO Extreme if legal in your state. I ordered some last year inside lamented. No need for mods and a great trap. IMO

Re: Trap Selection-looking to buy [Re: coyotesoldier229] #6621240
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On the trapline time is money. Good idea to try different traps but then I suggest standardization to speed set making.

Re: Trap Selection-looking to buy [Re: coyotesoldier229] #6621301
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That’s a great suggestion Furvor. As I progress from what can I catch and where to streamlining my trapline, I want to see if there is anything I prefer more than what I’m using now and go from there. Thanks again

Re: Trap Selection-looking to buy [Re: coyotesoldier229] #6621313
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I am not going to lie I was today years old when i found out about the new duke 550. Interested to see what everyone finds different or the same about them.


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Re: Trap Selection-looking to buy [Re: thedude055] #6621332
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Oh boy lol don’t open that can of worms about the duke 550! I made that mistake last week, my thread got deleted before the day was over


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Re: Trap Selection-looking to buy [Re: coyotesoldier229] #6621385
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K-9 extremes, All I run anymore. But to each there own. I also only run 24 sets.

Re: Trap Selection-looking to buy [Re: coyotesoldier229] #6621417
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If I was going to use just one type trap ,it would be #3 and #4 Vic/ Montgomery hands down.


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Re: Trap Selection-looking to buy [Re: The Beav] #6621420
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Originally Posted by The Beav
The new Duke 550 is a great trap right out of the box.


Amen! Nuff said

Re: Trap Selection-looking to buy [Re: coyotesoldier229] #6621823
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I’d go with a Oneida Victor #2 if Fox is your main catch. I baseplated some with 1/8” plates, added 12” of 2 chain with 3 JC Conner Rod swivels, and did a paws I trip step down pans. They are fantastic little traps that hold coyotes very well. If coyotes are on the higher end of your species switch to a 3 or 4 Vic.

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Checked em all out, like the looks of about all the traps mentioned. Not looking to buy by the dozen this year, but prob run some of these mentioned here and there and go from there. Thanks for all the solid advice.

Re: Trap Selection-looking to buy [Re: coyotesoldier229] #6622066
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The #2 4 coiled Duke square jaw Is a great trap for either fox or coyotes. Just remove the second set of springs If you think the trap Is to strong.


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Re: Trap Selection-looking to buy [Re: The Beav] #6622154
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The Duke # 2 square jaw is a great price and cheap enough to by a dozen. I would recommend the offset

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