Re: Fleshing Knife
[Re: Jonny8040]
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11/05/19 10:28 PM
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I have fleshing knives made by Tman member Lee Steinmeyer and can highly recommend them. It's trapping season though so I don't know his schedule. Send him a PM if your interested. His website: L & P Trapline Supply
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Re: Fleshing Knife
[Re: Jonny8040]
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11/05/19 10:29 PM
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The Possum Man
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i have been using a wiebe elite. Its great. I got it from bogmaster on here. I forget what i paid for it it was less than 80 though. You dont have to spend a fortune to get a good one but it sure isnt something you want to cheap out on.
"If you're gonna be stupid you better be tough"
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Re: Fleshing Knife
[Re: Jonny8040]
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11/05/19 11:27 PM
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Larry Bowden
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Been using a Necker for 26 plus years. Bobcat, Coyotes, Fox, beaver, coon, skunks, badger etc. Still a good tool. Good tools don't cost they pay. My old man taught me that. I don't even remember what I paid for the Necker but if you divide it over the years use it would be pretty reasonable plus I will probably pass it down to a grandson in a few years.
Western SD Fur Harvesters, SDTA, NTA, FTA and life member of NRA. Cancer survivor (7 years) and still fighting it.
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Re: Fleshing Knife
[Re: Larry Bowden]
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11/05/19 11:38 PM
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SNIPERBBB
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80$ for a necker? I'm hoping that's Amazon's price(never buy Trapping supplies from Amazon as your just paying a 15-20% tax to Amazon for what they charge third party sellers).After shipping perhaps but I wouldn't spend that on a necker. Been using a Necker for 26 plus years. Bobcat, Coyotes, Fox, beaver, coon, skunks, badger etc. Still a good tool. Good tools don't cost they pay. My old man taught me that. I don't even remember what I paid for the Necker but if you divide it over the years use it would be pretty reasonable plus I will probably pass it down to a grandson in a few years. Do you have the 500? Completely different knife than today's 600 as far as quality.
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Re: Fleshing Knife
[Re: Jonny8040]
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11/06/19 07:32 AM
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Larry Bowden
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SniperBBB, I don't know the model number. I think there was only one Necker fleshing knife at that time. I know I bought it at least 26 years ago and I have probably used it more than the average trapper would. I have not seen the newer models.
Western SD Fur Harvesters, SDTA, NTA, FTA and life member of NRA. Cancer survivor (7 years) and still fighting it.
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Re: Fleshing Knife
[Re: Jonny8040]
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11/06/19 07:40 AM
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SNIPERBBB
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Probably the original 500 then. The newer models are not much better than the $20 cheapos.
Last edited by SNIPERBBB; 11/06/19 07:40 AM.
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Re: Fleshing Knife
[Re: Jonny8040]
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11/07/19 11:03 AM
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I have a cheap one. Do not buy a cheap one. The machete you use is likely better than the fleshing knife that I have. I have used a post fleshing knife that a friend had and that is what I will be buying with my first fur check this year. I forgot all about my lack of a good knife when buying trapping supplies this year and am currently suffering because of it. Coon Creek outdoors has a good video on youtube going through the different types of fleshing knives. It is pretty informative on each brand and design.
Owner Wind River Trapping Supplies
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Re: Fleshing Knife
[Re: Jonny8040]
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11/07/19 11:14 AM
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Don't be embarrassed about using your machete if it works for you..I have one of the real cheap knives here haven't used in many many years..When I first started concentrating on coon I made myself a knife from an old lawn mower blade..Used it for several years. Still have it haven't used it in long time. Not sure how many years ago it was now I bought a Necker..I've used it ever since the others hang on nail on wall..They were all the rage at the time so I'm guessing from what I've heard their not as good now??? But for the money I paid the one I have has worked for me.
Mac
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Re: Fleshing Knife
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11/07/19 11:22 AM
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jeff karsten
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I have a steinmeyer that I haven't used yet also a necker that I just traded for both will work well im sure but neither will ever see the amount of fur that I put up with an old drawknife and hog scraper
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Re: Fleshing Knife
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11/07/19 12:41 PM
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MikeTraps2
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Used a old draw knife for a very, very long time, then finally ponied up and bought a Knecker. I like having a sharp and a dull side. 20ish years worth of using it every year, and have no complaints other than I wish the handles didn't get so slippery LOL
Far better is it to dare mighty things, to win glorious triumphs, even though checkered by failure
Theodore Roosevelt
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Re: Fleshing Knife
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11/07/19 12:58 PM
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danny clifton
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https://www.fntpost.com/Products/Fleshing+Knives/Sheffield+Fleshing+KnivesI just bought a knife from Lee and haven't used it yet. Lots cheaper than shefield but I can't recommend it yet beyond it really looks well made. Trapping season here doesn't open for a week. Probably wont get one from him now till spring. I have used the sheffield knives. Excellent quality, a little pricey, but you can leave it to your grandkids. It will last several lifetimes
Those who would give up essential liberty, to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety. Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790)
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