Man I would never even think of trying to eat a beaver! ....until I started watching your channel. So I crock pot a back leg with onions and spices...bring it to work...and ALL the guys at work loved it! I am 2 years into trapping and have trapped 6 beaver now with the advice from your videos. What an amazing resource you are sir. Lets go Brandon!
I'm a 30 year old timber faller, I'm strong as can be I use setters because I slipped once and lost control of a 330 spring and my pinky finger ended up between the spring eye and jaw corner, it made me start using setters as often as I remember them
It's funny, there was a short that Dunlap lures put out somewhat recently where they were filming an example video and on of the camera crew or helpers they had with them managed to set off a 220 with the toe of his boot. Luckily he had smooth leather steel toes on so the toe catch was enough to hold that big critter.
I like longspring footholds cause you can use your feet to set em, but even 110 conibears are tough to set with just hands and bite the hell out of you setting them. I should get one of those yellow safeties
For the long spring safety, just use good old fence staples, you can use them for attaching a chain to a tree also. As far as setting a long spring trap, especially the ones that I made a modification to them by adding another spring, you need to use a vice grip pliers or a channellock pliers work great. Just some helpful hints. That rope trick for the conibear is a good idea, I always have trouble setting my 220 conibears, but is there any way you can make the jaws on the 220 come together closer, because there is a 1 1/2" gap between the jaws, which does not work for squirrels.
Good content. That last trap you showed with the U for the safety. I'm thinking u could thread the ends and get a plate to put on the back side with some nuts. You don't have to tighten the nuts super tite. That way, you don't lose your safety or get bit. I'm new to trapping. I tuned in for the conibear traps. I like that chaulk gun setting tool. Thanks for the video
Hi Trapper Tim (aka Meat Trapper), You had mentioned that you now live in TN. Officer Kyle Walling from TWRA texted me that he (and others I assume) are teaching a trapping course at the Bridgestone WMA in White County on Feb 18th. I wish you would come bro. Would love to meet you and share some experience. I am just lacking something when it comes to bobcats so want to go. Hope to see you there.-Paul D. Dodson
What type setter is best for number 4 or 5 double long spring traps? I can't compress enough while standing on them. Tried using a regular setter and an RTS setter at same time but very tricky!
I will stick with my home made setters and safeties feel more comfortable with one's that are easier and over built, when working with 330s. Been using my homemade setters for years. Have fun trapping.
Dear Trapper Tim, I am sorry about you having surgery, but alas I have had 7 major back surgeries and two knee replacements so totally understand. I was just curious as to what you think is the reason that all my traps have gone cold. Would you yank them all out and reset elsewhere or would you just move them over about 4-5 feet away (as many other trappers on RUclips have suggested)? I hope you are healthy now brother.-Paul
Thats hard to answer without knowing a lot more, what are you trapping, what traps are you using, etc etc. Animals can get trap shy, lure shy and location shy. When all else fails, a blind foothold set is one that animals will never get shy of. As long as they are not location shy, the blind foothold set is the one they have no defense against.
@@Meattrapper Hi Tim, I am trying to get coyote, beaver, otter and bobcat. I already caught a beaver and coyote there on a 50acre tract I have permission on. I used Clint Locklear's "The Hammer". I use MB 550s and some Dukes. MBs are my favorite by far. I have not really trapped for 39-40 years and have terrible arthritis. Hope you and family are healthy.-Paul
If interested there is one heck of a crossbow deal going on now at Centerpoint on the cp400 versions. 40% off with code: CPFORME It's basically very similar to RAVEN and same company or sister company. Uses same Helicoil style cams. I've heard a lot of good with this model as well. Quick, accurate, maneuverable in tree stands and blinds with 10" axle to axle, and only 13" of stroke. Weight of it isn't bad either. Got until Dec. 31 while supplies last.
I'm into my 8th decade (damnit) and, on a good day, I can rassle set 2 out of my 3 Bridger #3 double long springs. Love those traps but the wife disapproves of me teetering on my brink out in the woods alone. I've used big C clamps to compress and little C clamps to retain but that's time consuming and adds clutter. I'm toying with a design to cobble together but I'd think I ain't the only guy that ever wished for a safe simple labor saver. This modified caulk gun thing looks good but I'd need 2 of them or to find a supply of little keepers to lose.(fence staples maybe?) Anyway, every other time I've tried to reinvent the wheel, I find someone has beat me to it in a way that makes me feel stupid. So, is this the selection? Or does someone know of a super whizz bang, universal, double long spring trap setter? Thanks for any help.
They are not strong enough to stand up to repeated use. The RTS setter is built from the ground up as a trap setter. Compressing and holding the springs on a conibear requires more force and entails more stress than squeezing a tube of calk.
Heck with that contraption. Just break em over your leg. I sure do hate getting caught in a long spring. I got both thumbs caught at once and man my gosh. Panic mode. Them 1 1/2 victors have 90 degree angle jaws and boy oh boy do they hurt. My thumb nails still black
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Man I would never even think of trying to eat a beaver! ....until I started watching your channel. So I crock pot a back leg with onions and spices...bring it to work...and ALL the guys at work loved it! I am 2 years into trapping and have trapped 6 beaver now with the advice from your videos. What an amazing resource you are sir. Lets go Brandon!
I fried up some beaver tenderloin in bacon grease the other day. Delicious.
Wait until you taste a porcupine. Fabulous
Man I’m so proud you are doing well
That safety in a must on those big traps 👍
The yellow safety is a definite essential component
Bought the RTS at your advice and it is great. Thank you for the video.
Nice video. Just in time for Christmas! I’ll have to prepare my list for Santa.
Meat it's good to see you again" ole Friend" asked Brian how you were doing at our convention last Sept
be safe
I agree on thin aluminum setters
Very good demo I agree 100%
one of your most informative videos... thanks
This is great advice for all us arthritic guys Thank you, Is your bucket snare set video still available?
It is available free to my Patreon subscribers at www.patreon.com/meattrapper
I just bought my first set for bridger #3. And what a difference.
really found your trap setter video helpful. had never heard of maine setters. can't set even smallest traps by hand, arthritis , you know
Thanks so much I've been wondering which tools to get
I'm a 30 year old timber faller, I'm strong as can be I use setters because I slipped once and lost control of a 330 spring and my pinky finger ended up between the spring eye and jaw corner, it made me start using setters as often as I remember them
It's funny, there was a short that Dunlap lures put out somewhat recently where they were filming an example video and on of the camera crew or helpers they had with them managed to set off a 220 with the toe of his boot. Luckily he had smooth leather steel toes on so the toe catch was enough to hold that big critter.
That's funny, that is why I wear steal toe shoes. 😂🤣😂🤣
Looking good Tim
Thank you sir. I appreciate that.
Love your hat.
I like longspring footholds cause you can use your feet to set em, but even 110 conibears are tough to set with just hands and bite the hell out of you setting them. I should get one of those yellow safeties
Great info there eh! thanks for sharing
Merry Christmas
Well said, Tim. I have yet to invest in setters, but I certainly am looking at the options.
For the long spring safety, just use good old fence staples, you can use them for attaching a chain to a tree also. As far as setting a long spring trap, especially the ones that I made a modification to them by adding another spring, you need to use a vice grip pliers or a channellock pliers work great. Just some helpful hints. That rope trick for the conibear is a good idea, I always have trouble setting my 220 conibears, but is there any way you can make the jaws on the 220 come together closer, because there is a 1 1/2" gap between the jaws, which does not work for squirrels.
Good content. That last trap you showed with the U for the safety. I'm thinking u could thread the ends and get a plate to put on the back side with some nuts. You don't have to tighten the nuts super tite. That way, you don't lose your safety or get bit. I'm new to trapping. I tuned in for the conibear traps. I like that chaulk gun setting tool. Thanks for the video
Lets Go Tim. good ideas!
Hi Trapper Tim (aka Meat Trapper), You had mentioned that you now live in TN. Officer Kyle Walling from TWRA texted me that he (and others I assume) are teaching a trapping course at the Bridgestone WMA in White County on Feb 18th. I wish you would come bro. Would love to meet you and share some experience. I am just lacking something when it comes to bobcats so want to go. Hope to see you there.-Paul D. Dodson
What type setter is best for number 4 or 5 double long spring traps? I can't compress enough while standing on them. Tried using a regular setter and an RTS setter at same time but very tricky!
www.fntpost.com/Products/Step+Down+5+Long+Spring+Trap+Setters
Where can I purchase the yellow Safety? Thanks for a very informative video. Learned some valuable information.
www.fntpost.com/Products/Safety+Grips/Body+Grip+Trap+Safety+Pin
That RTS setter is required equipment. Wish I had gotten one years ago
Thanks Tim
Would a small pair of vice grips be better for setting those long springs?
Great video!
Good to see a video from you. Are you still well? Also is it possible to render beaver tail to make pemmican?
I will stick with my home made setters and safeties feel more comfortable with one's that are easier and over built, when working with 330s. Been using my homemade setters for years.
Have fun trapping.
Dear Trapper Tim,
I am sorry about you having surgery, but alas I have had 7 major back surgeries and two knee replacements so totally understand. I was just curious as to what you think is the reason that all my traps have gone cold. Would you yank them all out and reset elsewhere or would you just move them over about 4-5 feet away (as many other trappers on RUclips have suggested)? I hope you are healthy now brother.-Paul
Thats hard to answer without knowing a lot more, what are you trapping, what traps are you using, etc etc. Animals can get trap shy, lure shy and location shy. When all else fails, a blind foothold set is one that animals will never get shy of. As long as they are not location shy, the blind foothold set is the one they have no defense against.
@@Meattrapper Hi Tim, I am trying to get coyote, beaver, otter and bobcat. I already caught a beaver and coyote there on a 50acre tract I have permission on. I used Clint Locklear's "The Hammer". I use MB 550s and some Dukes. MBs are my favorite by far. I have not really trapped for 39-40 years and have terrible arthritis. Hope you and family are healthy.-Paul
Instead of the replacement clips use a piece of 1/4" flat steel and cut a groove to make your clip, then cable one to each trap.
If interested there is one heck of a crossbow deal going on now at Centerpoint on the cp400 versions. 40% off with code: CPFORME
It's basically very similar to RAVEN and same company or sister company. Uses same Helicoil style cams. I've heard a lot of good with this model as well. Quick, accurate, maneuverable in tree stands and blinds with 10" axle to axle, and only 13" of stroke. Weight of it isn't bad either. Got until Dec. 31 while supplies last.
I just use12" Bremen quick clamp from harbor freight 1299. for the long spring conbear 220
I'm into my 8th decade (damnit) and, on a good day, I can rassle set 2 out of my 3 Bridger #3 double long springs. Love those traps but the wife disapproves of me teetering on my brink out in the woods alone. I've used big C clamps to compress and little C clamps to retain but that's time consuming and adds clutter. I'm toying with a design to cobble together but I'd think I ain't the only guy that ever wished for a safe simple labor saver.
This modified caulk gun thing looks good but I'd need 2 of them or to find a supply of little keepers to lose.(fence staples maybe?)
Anyway, every other time I've tried to reinvent the wheel, I find someone has beat me to it in a way that makes me feel stupid.
So, is this the selection? Or does someone know of a super whizz bang, universal, double long spring trap setter?
Thanks for any help.
These may work www.fntpost.com/Products/Step+Down+5+Long+Spring+Trap+Setters
@@Meattrapper Bullseye! Thank you.
Who carries the safety?
FNT has them.
Love the hat, and information too. 😄
Work smarter not harder my saying always!!
Cool Hat!
My guess is you could make your own trap setter out of a caulk gun
They are not strong enough to stand up to repeated use. The RTS setter is built from the ground up as a trap setter. Compressing and holding the springs on a conibear requires more force and entails more stress than squeezing a tube of calk.
Heck with that contraption. Just break em over your leg. I sure do hate getting caught in a long spring. I got both thumbs caught at once and man my gosh. Panic mode. Them 1 1/2 victors have 90 degree angle jaws and boy oh boy do they hurt. My thumb nails still black
There easy to make for conibear
I would imagine Vice grips work better than those u clips on long spring traps
Absolutely. That and they sell those reusable zip ties that are kinda cool. Vice grips would be less annoying to use, though.
Too mat tord tord
Repurposed caulking gun
Nope. Not at all. If you’d ever used one you’d know that’s not true.
I suspect that commenters disparaging trappers for using trap setters, probably have limited experience at trapping anything other than mice...
Setters? I don't think so Tim
Why not?
I have to ask why not also , I don`t know anyone who can set a 330 with their bare hands little on some of the big leg holds.
@@gunfisher4661 I'm a little guy an set 330 all the time with my hands