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  1. Nicepix
    Now there's the thing. Because the Putanges are similar in height, but the close laterally, not in an arc. And with far more power. I've only had one foul capture in a Putange - a front paw trapped. All the rest have been skull or neck. Looking at the photos posted by Smithie my Traplines seem slightly smaller.
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    Mine are 50mm across the prongs when set and the prongs are 35mm from the ground at their highest point in the arc. The trap is 110mm long at its longest point.
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    Tiercel's question about different species of moles and their sizes prompted me to have another look at the Traplines I've got. They were bought off ebay from States with the stipulation that they were for the European mole. I'd just taken it for granted that the traps I received were the right ones. Having just examined them properly there is no way that the arc of the trapping wires would encompass a mole. No way. I can now see why I and others have been getting captures where the prongs have nipped the body. I'd be grateful if somebody who is having good results with them could measure
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    Thanks for the info. And not laughing at me for the stupid questions . TC Not a stupid question at all. I've been asked a lot worse.
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    There is a difference in size between the European mole and its American cousin. Trapline sell traps designed for each species and it is the larger ones for the European mole that I have used.
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    Had a mole in my own garden yesterday. There was an old tunnel running the full length alongside the boundary wall and a couple of spurs coming off under the grass. I had dug out the full length of the main tunnel, but a mole had repaired the lot and cleaned out the other runs. I dug out two pairs of Traplines I've had for ages and hardly used due to experiencing poor results. I've had moles trapped and making it to the surface and a few times where the trap has gone off without capture. On the basis of that I wouldn't use them in a client's garden until I was sure they worked humanely and eff
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    I'll be bringing some Putanges over in November and leaving them with my Brother-in-Law to flog on eBay. I'll give you all the heads up when they are ready for sale.
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    Drop me a PM with your e-mail address Mr. D I tried to PM you but your box is full and the e-mail address in your profile doesn't work.
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    Totally agree Phil. All my Flatpacks get bent, filed and squeezed until they are performing just how I want them to do. The Talpex also get some filing before they go in my box and with Putanges I tie the trigger onto the trap so as it cannot fold forward when placing the trap in a tunnel. A little time spent getting traps right at the start saves a lot of time and grief later on.
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    There are certainly more moles about this year than in the last couple of years. Whether it is good or bad depends on your situation. Loads of jobs coming in, but more difficult to get them finished within the three visits. The second litters of the year are hitting the gardens right now so there are loads of re-infestations.
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    ......... then put in some Putanges, check them two or three times a month and get paid every month
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    I found five Talpex triggered this morning and all five had killed. The others that hadn't gone off had other types of traps nearby with casualties. As my mate used to say: "You can't shoot 'em twice!" Must be having a lucky run. The way I have been setting them is similar to how Phil Lloyd describes. I've been scraping a ridge with my fingers and thumb that sits under the trigger and then carefully filling the trap with sifted dry soil. I believe the mixed results I've been getting is down to the in-fill soil absorbing wet from the surrounding soil and becoming claggy so it doesn't drop
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    That's novel. Never heard that before so I'll give it a try. Thanks JD.
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    I agree about the soil aspect. I've lifted traps from one area, put them in another area still clagged up with 'foreign' soil, but they catch. I've also nicked soil from compost heaps when the ground soil wasn't suitable. The problem with the soil out west is that there are so many stones it is difficult to excavate a tight trap site without loose stones fouling the action. I also find that in wet soil moles seem to get through without setting the trap off. Even filling with dry soil hasn't worked as I think that the dry soil absorbs moisture from the surrounding soil. As I said, it must be do
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    Done that since I first got them. Also file and smooth the burr off the holes.
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    Yes. A lot of my work is in what I call 'vineyard soil'. Loads of limestone chippings. I had some good success with them initially in the sandy soil on the farm, but these days mostly I'm working amongst stones.
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    I've got around 25 of them and find them not as efficient as Duffus traps. I've had some success with them, but I've also had traps sprung and no catch. Its probably down to me not putting them in right although I have tried all the published techniques. To be fair though most of my work is in soil unsuitable for a Talpex so I'm not using them every day like I do with Duffus and Putange traps. I've got about ten out in two gardens this week so I'll see if I get lucky.
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    Its confusing for me anyway ! lol maybe something to do, with the similar titles ? I agree. Why do they all have "Mole" in the title?
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    Have you lost the trap or can't find the trap site? I ask because last week I thought I'd lost a Putange, but then realised that the peg I'd put in to secure it was laid in the tunnel. I excavated a foot or so down the tunnel and found the trap attached to the scraper of a dead mole. I hadn't pegged it down securely enough and the mole had been able to drag it away before dying. It was the first time I'd caught a mole by the scraper using a Putange. Normally they crack the skull or neck.
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    If I could chuck my two centime's worth in; There can be no perfect spade to suit every mole trapper. My spade is a cut down border spade the width being around two-thirds of the length of a Duffus trap, about 55mm. I find that it is the best compromise for the areas I work in that it will chop through tough turf, roots and limestone ridden soil far more easily than a wider bladed spade. Even then it needs regular sharpening. But, give my diddly spade to a guy who works arable in good soil and he would find it a bind because he has to cut twice each side and it is too heavy for light work
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    My friend who was in Keighley phoned up asking about buying ten traps and they told him to go to Binns Springs at Skipton and pick them up next day. No problem.
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    Its already here, its called "two taplex traps" No, it isn't. I'll tell you what it's called when I name it once I've finished testing it. :yes: Oh, and guys, don't be in a rush to put any big orders in at FP....there might just be a better, cheaper SS on the market at the end of summer...... I'd be interested in buying thirty traps later this year. I can get Flatpacks brought over, but am reluctant to order any more unseen given their deteriorating quality.
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    Ah. Vouz avez trouve Google Translate mon ami
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    Looks like it was going under the trigger Mr. Darcy. You'll have to find that glaringly simple trick to setting them
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    Neither customer is at home. I get loads of jobs to clear holiday homes while the owners are away. I insist that they arrange for someone to call around after I've done to confirm that it is clear. Not be a problem with these jobs.
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