Hi, all, what is the best way or your personal prefer to skin a bear? I mean skin for life size mount, and are there difference task, if I want skin for rug mount? Other question is, can I use regular home SOLVEN to disgreas the skin? Any input would be very appreciated. JIM
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the best way to skin for life size is dorsal cut(down back). as for the rug down stomach,down all legs to pads.i am not sure if u can use that type of degreaser.i use super solvent degreaer by Van Dykes
if it is for a lifesize mount I would definitely use the dorsal cut. Don't like to sew for 5 hours.LOL. On some poses like a sitting bear with its legs dangling you can also use a case cut. That one is sgood for competition pieces since the animal sits on the seam and can't be seen or felt by the judge.
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