Steel Traps / Describes the Various Makes and Tells How to Use Them, Also Chapters on Care of Pelts, Etc.

Name: Steel Traps / Describes the Various Makes and Tells How to Use Them, Also Chapters on Care of Pelts, Etc.
Author: A. R. Harding

By A. R. Harding

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A practical, illustrated manual for trappers that describes trap makes and sizes, the inventor Sewell Newhouse and his methods, construction and tempering, and comparisons of popular models. It explains how to fasten and set traps (including tree, water, jump, webbed and double-jaw types), where and when to set, baiting, scent control and preventing theft, troubleshooting mysteriously sprung traps, and care and marking of equipment. Later chapters detail skinning, stretching, handling and grading pelts, preparing furs for market, and offer miscellaneous field hints and step-by-step routines for seasonal, land and water trapping.

About the Author

A. R. Harding

A. R. Harding was an author known for his practical guides on trapping and fur farming. His works, such as "Deadfalls and Snares" and "Fox Trapping," provide detailed instructions and insights into the methods and techniques used by trappers. Harding's writings reflect a deep understanding of animal behavior and the skills necessary for successful trapping. He also explored topics related to medicinal plants, as seen in his book "Ginseng and Other Medicinal Plants," which offers valuable information for both growers and collectors. Through his contributions, Harding has left a notable mark on the literature surrounding outdoor skills and wildlife management.