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Discussion in 'Beginners' started by frenchydermist, Nov 7, 2013.

  1. Nov 7, 2013 #1
    frenchydermist

    frenchydermist New Member

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    How long can a raw deer hide ( not salted, with some meat on it) can last at 0-2 degres Celsius so it is still good to tan??
    I`m mostly a bird taxidermist and would like to put my hands on some deers.. That butcher has some hides to give me but they have been a couple of days on the deer and after skinning, he just toss them in a corner of his fridge for another couple of days..
    Will they still be good for tanning ????
    Thanks!!!!
     
  3. Nov 7, 2013 #2
    Jackson1814

    Jackson1814 Active Member

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    That's the million dollar question. Too many variables that could affect the hide, but with the description of how the hides have been handled, I wouldn't get my hopes up. I'd say go look at them and see what you think. If you find a couple that you think may work take them. You'll need to get them fleshed and into a pickle in a hurry. If they don't work out, your out a little money and time.
     

  5. Nov 7, 2013 #3
    Mr.T

    Mr.T Active Member

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    You never know unless you try, we wouldn't have a clue because we don't have the skins, you do. Always expect them to fall apart, and always be happy when they don't.
     
  6. Nov 8, 2013 #4
    frenchydermist

    frenchydermist New Member

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    Thanks for the advices...I guess I'll go by instinc and give a try to the ones that looks the best...
     
  7. Nov 8, 2013 #5
    joeym

    joeym Old Murphey

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    I think you would have a few days of flexibility at 0C/32F plus a few degrees. I have walk in cooler. Some times deer will be in there a few days at 40F before I cape it out. Rarely do I lose one that comes in fresh.