The Ultimate Guide to Skinning and Tanning: A Complete Guide to Working with Pelts, Fur, and Leather
Description
Here is the complete guide to a skill that may be mysterious to some, written
by Monte Burch, an authority who practices many of the traditions of tanning
and hiding. Starting at the beginning, Burch introduces the hunter to the
tools of a tanner, and even gives complete plans for making many of these
implements. Instructions are given for making fleshing beams, stretchers for
pelts, fleshing knives, and many others. He also covers tanning formulas and
materials, both traditional and modern. From the oldest method to the newest
twist, Burch’s guide will be indispensable to the modern hunter. Read more
Features:
Product Details:
- Publisher : Lyons Press; First Edition (November 1, 2002)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 240 pages
- ISBN-10 : 5
- ISBN-13 : 05
- Item Weight : 0.705 ounces
- Dimensions : 6 x 0.58 x 9 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #40,184 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #49 in Hunting #255 in Engineering (Books)
- #49 in Hunting