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greasy trout skins

Discussion in 'Fish Taxidermy' started by 1tahr, Jan 23, 2017.

  1. Jan 23, 2017 #1
    1tahr

    1tahr Active Member

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    I am having problems degreasing trout skins properly ,the trout im working on live under salmon pens and eat the pellets the salmon are feed ,the trout are extremely oily , what is a safe degreaser that wont shrink or weaken the skin, preferably something I may be able to get at my local hardware store ,without importing to new Zealand at ridiculous cost, also im interested after the fish is dry and before I seal it what is a safe product to wipe the mount down with to further degrease without fear of scales lifting ect , thanks
     
  3. Jan 24, 2017 #2
    Cecil

    Cecil Well-Known Member

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    See my post under "Degreasing Problem " thread.
     

  5. Jan 26, 2017 #3
    JL

    JL Taxidermist for 64 years

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    I soak all my trout skins in Denatured Alcohol at least overnight. That pulls the oil right out of them. Of course you'll have to re-hydrate the skin until soft for mounting. (No big deal). Wipe the mounted skin with the same product....and it should be available at the hardware store. Good luck. JL