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[@aidenarmer9982]

I caught my first Coyote today.

[@zakattack7799]

Congrats buddy. Your hooked now.

[@CrenshawMafia7]

Congrats on the yote. You'll never forget that one!!! Good luck on future catches.

[@aidenarmer9982]

@@CrenshawMafia7 Thank you

[@aidenarmer9982]

@@zakattack7799 Thank you

[@aidenarmer9982]

@Kirsch Brothers Outdoors Thank you

[@tommy1620]

I have not trapped in ten years and finding you on youtube has given me back that Trapper Drive to get back out there this year! Thanks! keep up the great Video! I have always loved the smell of fresh pelts hanging in my fur shed.

[@briandahm1472]

I'm new at this art. My aim is to control predators and nest raidtors on my 40.I watch you and Allen Probst. I really enjoy Watching both of you guys. Thanks.

[@airtrian]

Watched this video last week and decided to give it a shot with my #2 dogless dukes. Got my first fox this morning with a nice deep pad catch. Thanks for all your help so far. Your videos have been a HUGE help!!

[@mikecollins8241]

I decided to try trapping a few weeks ago: spent a bunch of money, got some worthless fur, AND get to check traps in 6 degree, snowy weather ;) even went thru the ice checking beaver sets today! LOL fun times :)

[@mikeedwards2384]

Yep nothing like it lol got to love it

[@swampwhiteoak1]

Give up and go back to your real life.

[@mikecollins8241]

@@swampwhiteoak1 LOL, I am just trying to extend my hunting season :) Beaver tastes better then most ducks, so...

[@JD-hn8su]

It’s crazy what a guy will do for $5

[@timothyrothrock4173]

I am running less than a dozen traps. I work construction and every winter find places to set traps on the way. I've learned to pack extra clothes for getting soaked.

[@guygardner7156]

I have a fondness for long springs, that’s the trap I started with way back in my youth. Still use them for dogs. I do understand that coil traps fire faster out of frozen ground, and these beasts look like some fine traps. I like to wax my traps just this same way, since it was you who taught me this about seven years ago. Thanks again my friend, you have helped a lot of us!

[@georgezink8256]

Son your helping many young folks thanks

[@tracyproctor3344]

Awesome tip for us that don't run a lot of traps. Thanks 👍

[@CamoMatrix]

Great videos. If you are only doing one or two, you can flake the wax onto the trap and then use a blow torch. The trap will look wet when the push the wax around the trap with the flame and make it easy to get it in all the tight places. Miss a spot, flake more on and melt it with the torch.

[@lungbusteroutdoors4783]

Caught two in two days on my first two sets! Well... a make and a fresh remake. Needless to say I was thrilled! Two coyote mounts in my near future... Thanks for all of the great advice and videos.

[@brentalanrussell]

I love that you promote airguns for dispatching. I use an FX Impact M3 in 25 cal.

[@patrickhier7252]

My dad used to use the dip and I absolutely hated handling his traps, he used mine one day and said boy those are nice what did you do? I laughed and said I did what you didn’t want to take the extra time to do lol, all have their purpose and all personal preference, nice job nice video

[@shaynefreeman5473]

I wax mine the same way you do and have good luck. Mid-season resets or moving traps that have already caught just get pressure washed and waxed to be set again. I will clean, die and wax everything to start the next season.

[@shaynefreeman5473]

Great video bud, glad to see you getting the sponsorships you deserve. Keep it coming!!! 👍👍👍

[@terrymayberry]

Thanks Stu. Hopefully commenting gets you back in my algorithm

[@tommy1620]

I'm like you, I have been trapping since I was 10 years old now I'm 60, and I always die and wax my traps it helps keep them smell proof for K9s and keeps your water sets from rusting! I'm a Michigan Trapper. Keep the great video coming. Thanks!

[@jerrodhankins2676]

If you also add some vinegar to the dawn and water solution it will add more rust to your traps so the wax will stick better.

[@bme6949]

Do a video on how to remove traps and anchors, mine don’t pull up so easy, especially here in Maryland we’re there is rock in the ground

[@blakemullins9921]

Great video I don’t use many traps this is the way I’ll be waxing mine from now on!!

[@user-ds2vr1md5d]

I wax my traps exactly the same way always have. Rust and die first whenever possible. I just purchased 2 new duke 550s did the same exact thing minus rust and dye they're on the line waiting for a coyote.

[@richardsolomon8076]

I like it 👌 I've never had to wax coat anything but I will use your method if I ever need to.

[@ALs-Outdoors]

That's how I have waxed mine for many years.

[@rodneykelso4555]

Great video. I had no idea how simple and how little wax is required. Thanks!

[@davetoms63]

I have a question that I have not seen posted before. Let's say you are running a property and catch several Coons possum skunks along with coyotes and bobcats. It is time to pull your traps and reset on a new farm. What is the best way to re-clean and prep the traps so that they can be used on the new farm? Especially when you have encountered skunks that often leave residual odors on traps and chains and drags if you use them. I don't have the time to reboil and relax traps in the middle of season so just curious to see what others are doing.

[@nickyeary2727]

I showed this method of waxing on Trapping Talk a couple years ago to help some of the new Trappers get some steal in the ground quickly and you would have thought I stomped their toes or something with all the negative comments I got. Good video

[@earlgreer126]

Great video. We are just now starting to trap ( in the summer because we need to eliminate some coyotes),. This is good info for a quick prep for now and we will dye and wax again in January. Thanks for all your videos. They are great!

[@donc4372]

I had a shotgun rust blued . Seems like that would make great looking traps. I think it's just boiling distilled water with salt in it.

[@tttony9426]

wow.i havent trapped in 40 years ,i still have over 1 hundred traps # 110/220/330 conibear, victor #11 ,victor 1 VG,,,Blake n lamb #2,,,victor jump #3,,,your doing a great job of teaching bud,

[@ozark_trapper]

Good video. I drove 5.5 hrs down to Duke traps last Friday. The traps i bought was Duke #2 dogless 4 coil offset. And Duke pro 850's. When i got home i laminated the dogless # 2. And the 850's are tanks. They are heavier built than my Bridger # 5 coil , DLS and my CDR beaver traps. Only issues i had with #2. I had to ajust the dogless part on 8 of them. I painted mine and fmj. I got logwood dye set up. Cant wait too try the 850's out. The trap i like the best are # 3. But they cant have a inside jaw spread 6 inch max. So i went with the # 2 dogless. I am going to just type trap. Mr Duke and i was talking. They are looking at making a # 3 dogless square jaw trap. I hope so and a 6 inch jaws spread.

[@dinos8557]

"Just wanna spend a lot of money and catch some worthless fur" made me laugh

[@thecrittergitter7576]

I do it for a service to others who have lost livestock...$$

[@terryjenkins2197]

Thanks for the info just got my trapping license, it being late season needed this , much appreciated

[@georgezink8256]

Your helping more beginners than you will ever know

[@stevenrussell8410]

very helpful. just got 3 new #3s and they gonna be in the ground monday!

[@stevejorgensen5523]

Just ran accrossed your channel. You make more work with new traps in middle of season. I just out side traps on grass dawn coat wash off with hose let dry and set. Caught many first night this way. Yes I use salt as antifreeze.

[@GreatPlainsKayakAngler]

I just did exactly what you said, mid season decided to spend a bunch of $ on trap for worthless fur haha. Thanks for the informative video!

[@brianjohnson8918]

That's a good time-saving method, but for the few traps I run and not being a pro where time is money, I just love the look of a dark, well dyed trap. Looks sharp, even though it doesn't catch anymore than a shiny one!

[@NSTRAPPERHUNTER]

My wax pot is the same size as the one you used. Mine is all wax, no water. I've never tried water and wax, might have to give that a try some day. Those are nice looking traps. I run all bridger #3's and like them a lot. Later Stu and all the best.

[@donp9492]

Me either

[@kellycarmouche7452]

I’m enjoying the videos. I’ve got my first traps coming and I thought of waxing them just like this, until I didn’t see any videos waxing this way. ( we used to dip ducks in wax to clean, just like this) So now, I’m going for it just like this too, after I dye them. Thanks

[@adam.tinsley]

Great tip for waxing traps! Haven’t ever seen it done that way before. Will save a lot of money on wax.

[@jethrob258]

Dishwasher I'm not even gonna go there😂 Dont forget to unhook that hose. Man that would be mess.

[@TrehanCreekOutdoors]

Glad to see someone else buys new traps late in the season. Thought I was the only one! HA. Got a whole box of brand new dog proofs and some anchor cables sitting on my floor right here that just came in. Hope to get them out this weekend, weather permitting. Hope you will do a few follow up videos on the new Duke's so we can see how they hold up out on the trap line. Tight chains!

[@luckytrapper7656]

It is almost the same way I prep my traps. The only difference is I add log wood dye in with it. I dye and wax at the same time. However I did try full metal jacket on some traps this year. It seems to work pretty good except the iced seems to linger on the traps for about 3 days.

[@Hillsman001]

Can’t wait to try these traps.

[@josephhaworth461]

Y'all are the trapping guru I love watching y'all's videos they're highly educational and comical as hell plus the music is great too

[@davidmingues9553]

Just here me out...This is the only video of yours that I don't agree with. I'm sure it does work good enough or you wouldn't do it that way. As for my self I want pure wax and the reason being when you drop that trap in the wax coats it and in this case it still has water between the base plates and your sealing it in. If they weren't fresh washed you could still get water in between the base plates and seal it in when you pull it back out. That's just my thoughts and with that being said I do love the effort you put into your videos.

[@thekeystoneexperiencepodca4561]

Good stuff gonna give it try

[@heathboeddeker5401]

Heck all the Furbearers round me are used to rusty metal I just remove the oil and go trapping .

[@bluecoyotewinery2996]

I just ordered a dozen Duke 550 traps. Great tip on the waxing. I was wondering how to do it. I'm new to trapping. Second season. Caught a bobcat and a badger last year along with the normal racoons and opossums. My goal this year is a coyote. Enjoy your channel. Keep it up.

[@mattwilliams5435]

Unfortunately the 650 illegal here in SC. Bought some Duke 550s will see how they run next weekend, going for my first coyote. Just ordered the Airforce Texan after your Talon review but got the Texan SS in .308. Great waxing tip...never thought of pulling it up through! Thanks for the continued superb content!

[@taylor2629]

Thank god u made this lol I been tryin to get my new traps ready for ever and can’t make my mind up on wat to do how long will u boil then for to get the wax off I just got a glass cooker and I’m completely new to this whole thing any advise will help a ton thanks

[@taylor2629]

#Cooncreekoutdoors how long would u boil ur new traps if u was gonna do that to get the oil of them thanks

[@joshjohnson1234]

I got a dozen of these last month they work great for beaver as well

[@bribrifreedom9317]

Thanks for the video

[@1corinthians441]

The only reason I don’t like wax is it holds scent in my opinion 😅.

[@johnnywhite1681]

Great video with perfect explanations and demonstrations. Thank you.

[@alexboael25]

Move the camera for your procedures so we can see!!! You are good!!!! Rookie here learning!

[@chetcogar3758]

Nice job

[@nicholasplocar3001]

Awesomr video really in depth and detailed. Thanks for putting out great content. I haven't seen a video on pulling canine sets ever. Do you think you could show your method and others as well.

[@redwolfmedia1276]

Appreciate your time!

[@garycampbell7999]

No foothold trap with an outside jaw spread larger than 6 1/2 inches, or 7 inches maximum if laminated above the jaw surfaces, or tooth-jawed trap may be used in making a land set. “State of New Mexico land set law. So which trap best fits this description of 6.5 jaw spread?” Thanks

[@jonathancoley8112]

Man that was a great idea for saving time if you’re in a bind and need to get some steel in the ground! Awesome video!!! Glad I found your channel 👍🏼

[@JosephAdams-lk5hy]

Can you remelt those wax scraps for other traps?

[@dannybryson3646]

Great info been doing that myself works great

[@brittondugan8400]

I've caught a coyote and a bobcat in my duke 650 they're awesome

[@jlbowhunter]

Great video. I just purchased a dozen MB-650 cast with the finned super steaks anchors with the 18” of chain attached. Have you used Formula 1 trap water based kote?Have you used this or recommend it? Thanks.

[@jessegullet8896]

the 550 & 650 are my top pick for coyote traps , idk why they seem too have a higher catch rate then my other equipment I think you will be impressed

[@justinnelson788]

Are the 650's 7 inches or less from hinge to hinge? I cant find that little bit of info anywhere...

[@Retiredatlast65]

Why do you attach the bullet to the end of the chain? I attach the end of the cable to the chain. With a short chain and two swivels.

[@TalksWithRyan]

Full metal jacket is pretty much like waxed dirt it’s a must anymore man it’s basically a floor wax mop n glo type stuff dip dry and set

[@phyllistolson8295]

Nice looking traps

[@strugglebusbonsai]

Love the videos! Pretty excited to start trapping. My traps are degreased and surface rusted. Going to try and dye them today or tomorrow. Can I add wax to the dye water when all the traps have been dyed and then wax right away or do I need to wait between dying and waxing?

[@raydowdy6914]

Is the cable attached to your anchor a must to pull the anchors?

[@codylogan148]

Good looking trap, il have to get a couple dozen.

[@mattmusselman5055]

Those traps are really nice ones

[@johnwright6706]

My friend, the wax and water trick might be something that I need to file under "very important information". I might try making waxed canvas and waxed cloth with that trick. Thank you

[@paulhuval]

Good learning video 👍

[@bowslingeroutdoors3653]

I was using speed dip but went back to dying and waxing traps. A lot of guys like to use speed dip here on saltwater wolf sets. dont know if im going to keep using speed dip for saltwater or back to due and wax for it.

[@phillipmartin5760]

We just do what we always have done dump dye in it or used walnut hulls heat it up and throw a pound of wax or break it in half an have 2 pots going. Hang around the fire barrel drink a few cold beers and maybe cook up some deer sausage and tenderloin.. We have fun whenever we do anything.. Stu I bought a brand new 2021 Honda Rancher any ideas of a setup I can put on it to " live catch "and get them back to the truck to put them in a dog box ?

[@raydowdy6914]

Do you adjust the pan tension? I got my 550s today and the pan tension on 4 1/2.

[@user-xz9qv9lr3v]

help me out bro i have a bobcat problem killing chickens i bought a duke 1 1/2 dyed it with oak leafs but didnt rust it up good enough... my question is do i need trapper wax for the traps and the wax dirt or can i use the wax you talked about at hobby lobby also what is the best bait urine and lure for bobcats??? thank you for sharing the videos

[@kennethflynn2469]

Thanks for the Intel. Running new traps on 80 acres trying thin predators out. Trying mb550 now. Several dp traps get the coons. Your videos help out alot

[@tommurphy6972]

good quick info thanks

[@larryloy6633]

I enjoyed this video. I have added wax to my dye. Seams to be alright.

[@troyramsey9862]

Thanks for the tips man. Your videos have helped me a lot.

[@Will7981]

I enjoyed the video. Keep 'em coming

[@rodwoods2108]

Fine looking traps!

[@adamstalsberg9947]

Good video i like the small batch vidieos that u have been doing thanks again

[@WestTennessee]

Good info! Thanks for sharing.👍🏻😎

[@stevesoutdoorworld4340]

Nice Pro Tip Thank You!

[@Trapper_Tom]

Great video! Gonna try this in the future man. What do I need to do with the dog, do I need to remove any wax there?

[@zakattack7799]

Nice video man. Keep the content coming. Im looking to buy some 550's and 650's next year for me and my 10 yr old son to run on our line. Want to upgrade from our old duke #2's and Bridger #3's. Much love from our family to yours from central Oklahoma.

[@dallassullivan638]

Hey bud can you do a video showing how you setup the anchor and such on your traps?

[@REAPERMILITIAOUTDOORS]

Always getting shite done hell yeah. Now for some yotes in the steel.👊💀🍻🇺🇲🍻

[@CrenshawMafia7]

Great videos but I have a off topic question. What do you use for coon bait in dps? I'm having a hard time getting them to pull the triggers and somethings coming through and licking the traps clean at times. That's happened about 3 times. Anyway great videos thanks for your helpful info.

[@azza-in_this_day_and_age]

try to figure out what they normaly eat in your area, and use that. or something smelly like fish

[@bradfordpearce4441]

I use the packaged soft dry dog food. Mice can empty the trap of bait, I put an old golf ball on top to prevent that. I had game cam pics of 7 raccoons at a deer corn feeder. I set out 2 DPs at edge of timber where I had seen them come out from about 20yds from the feeder. I doubled up on the 2nd 3rd and 4th night skipped a couple of days then had another raccoon and a skunk. I have also used floating fish food pellets. I didn't have any success with mini marsh mellows.

[@terrisecasy6568]

Another good video i used metal jacket before and I just clean real good and put them in the ground but trees fall and change the woods I couldn't find them. It's all good👍

[@scottking1479]

Thanks man

[@Juddsoutdoors]

Love your vids you got me into trapping

[@howlerbushcraft342]

Good stuff

[@wyattsmith9339]

Can you save dye if you’ve already boiled with it?

[@OutdoorExperiences]

Yes

[@leeweber9018]

What did you call your stake system and where do you get them?

[@jimstewart6145]

nice

[@davetoms63]

Curious what your final thoughts were on the 650s. I use 550s but looking at picking up a few doz more canine traps for next season.