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Post by MT on Dec 9, 2012 13:01:01 GMT -5
I'm looking into getting a quality fleshing knife for shaving grisly beaver and coon.. Necker 600 or 700 or MB cutting edge? I am also going to make a fleshing beam.. What size works for fox, coon, bobcats, coyote and beaver? Do you guys use adjustable stretchers or solid ones? Can I get some dimensions for fox boards?
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Post by pappasmurf on Dec 9, 2012 18:33:07 GMT -5
Hey MT, I feel like any of the top brand knives will do a good job for you. I tried the necker 600, MB Cutting edge,and Sheffield and ended up getting a true Sheffield. I felt most comfortable with it. This year I tried a weibke? to push with and the Sheffield to slice the gristle on coons. I sure like this setup as the weibke is more forgiving when just pushing fat. I tried a 5" and 7" beam and have stuck to the 7" beam. I have also been using solid coon boards and adjustable for cats and coyotes. Last year was my first year putting up fur, but this setup I use now is feeling great. PM me if you have more questions.
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Post by MT on Dec 9, 2012 19:16:16 GMT -5
Thanks for the help! I guess I'll make a 7inch beam and I can always trim it down if need be! Did you buy the adjustable stretchers?
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Post by mark572 on Dec 9, 2012 19:24:40 GMT -5
I use a Dexter Russel beaver knife! guess im still in the old ages!
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Post by lyonch on Dec 10, 2012 22:32:25 GMT -5
For an all around good fleshing knife, the 600 is hard to pass up. Do not get the 700 as the sharp edge is rippled and will cause more headaches and holes than you can dream of. If you ever plan on fleshing rats or mink the 7" is a bit big. It is perfect for others. The wider the better for beaver!
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Post by MT on Dec 10, 2012 23:00:54 GMT -5
What about the post fleshing knife? Any thoughts on it? Or is the necker600 better?
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Post by lyonch on Dec 11, 2012 7:09:19 GMT -5
I personally prefer the necker. The necker doesn't flex and when I'm pushing instead of cutting it feels good to have something solid in my hands.
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Post by walkercoonhunter on Dec 25, 2012 9:00:22 GMT -5
I personally prefer the necker. The necker doesn't flex and when I'm pushing instead of cutting it feels good to have something solid in my hands. chris i flex the necker 600 all the time...lol..i love this knife for pushing...when i have to shave or cut i use my caribou flesher and the grissle falls right off...
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