Bear Rug

Submitted by Tom on 2/22/06 at 9:36 AM. ( ) 207.200.116.72

Back from the tannery, what is a good "mix" & how long do I rehydrate? Thanks

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This response submitted by Old Fart on 2/22/06 at 10:45 AM. ( ) 64.122.57.69

.....Your tanner. Some recommend salt in the rehydration bath and some don't. Follow their instructions.


rehydrating bear

This response submitted by Aaron Honeycutt on 2/23/06 at 5:27 AM. ( mhoneyATmindspringDOTcom ) 207.69.0.225

Tom, Old Fart is right-tanners use different processes and recomend different rehydrating methods but I would not soak the whole skin on any bear. Soak the head and feet till they are rehydrated then mop the rest of the skin with a dripping wet rag till it is wet all over. Now bag the whole skin and sweat over night in a refrigerator. Enjoy, Aaron H.


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