Duke #3 4 coil offset I use them on public land. I have 3 dz fixed up. Got around last yr. Put new #3 music springs and 4 coil them. But the duke #2 4 coil square jaw r great traps for money. I put 3 swivels per trap. Fixing to laminate them. I think 110.00 a dz free shipping.

We can't snare in wisconsim, only cable restraints. And we have to wait until December to start.....

Can't go wrong with any traps listed here but if you have and like 550's go with something similar

Be sure to check out Wolf Creek Products!! Contact Glen Witchey or Kristen on here.

That may change next year.

I did see that, Lets hope it happens

Just took a cursory glance and there was only $0.55 difference between the Duke #2 OS square jaw and the Bridger #2 OS.

I've no experience with Duke traps but can vouch for three different models of Bridger traps, their #2 OS, #5 OS and their DP's.

I think Bridger's might be your best choice for a budget trap, but you might check out the Montana traps also. A little more expensive, mainly because you would need to go with a #3 since they don't make a #2. I've never used them myself, but I know several guys who have and love them. Also, keep an eye out for used traps, if you keep a lookout you may be able to save some money or pick up something like your prefered MBs for the price of new Dukes or Bridgers.

I figured I'd update this thread. I ended up going with some victor #3's They werent Duke cheap, but not MB550 $$$. Middle of the road. Again thank you everyone for your advice.

Not when you throw In free shipping.

Beav, I thought you were a round jawed trap fan?

With a number 3 closed jaw you can add some beavers to your mixed line. The Victors will suit you fine.

I catch a few dozen in closed jaw Bridger #3s and think they are probably my go to "if only one trap". You can floppy pan them in two coil and use as Mink/Muskrat body grips even.

Who has free shipping on dukes?

Duke has free shipping on Dukes.

Not when the price Is right.
I do have a few doz Duke #3s

Any Duke order over $100.00 Is shipped free.

How do you order from duke?

www.wolfcreekproducts.net They g=have good traps, in lots of sizes, for a budget price. Everyone I've talked to really likes them. Lots of reports of super high catches with 'em! also, the Duke #1.75, offset, 4 coiled are great too, for fox, bobcat, and coyote!. They have thick jaws and a baseplated too, so thats great! www.duketraps.com

You would be correct. I have not handled a new duke trap for some time, my opinion was based on the round jawed #2s they sold. If they have improved since, I rescind my comment