talpex traps v flatpack

[trappa 517]

Anyone tried the new talpex style traps from flatpack? Im wanting to buy some talpex but not sure how the flatpack ones have faired in the field. A bit of constructive feedback before i buy would be nice as i want a good few and not sure which to buy.

cheers

[Axholme Ferreter 0]

Ive got some Flatpack Claw traps but not tried them much yet as it has been a bit quiet mole wise just lately. Just had one or two out and caught the odd mole so far but seem just as good as Talpex if not better. They have springs just as strong as Talpex and are made from thicker steel bar, they also have washers between the moving frames which seems like a good idea. looking forward to giving them a good go when the mole activity picks up a bit.

Left to right: Flatpack, Talpex, Cheap copy, Talpa, Talpex long handle, Victor out o sight

 

All the best

AF

[OldTrapCollector 377]

Where do you get the Talpex long handle traps from AF? I don't think I have seen those before

 

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[Axholme Ferreter 0]

Where do you get the Talpex long handle traps from AF? I don't think I have seen those before

 

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From the manufacturers in Holland, not on sale in the UK (too expensive!!!!!)

All the best

AF

[OldTrapCollector 377]

Are those new Flatpack traps name stamped or are they plain coated steel?

 

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[trappa 517]

Thanks boys. I think the flatpack ones are coated? is that correct axholme?

[Axholme Ferreter 0]

Are those new Flatpack traps name stamped or are they plain coated steel?

 

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The claw traps are not name stamped at the moment and are coated in the same stuff as their barrel traps (which are now name stamped)

All the best

AF