How to Build a Figure Four Mangle Snare
Procure a three foot long stick that is about 3/4 to an inch thick. , Cut the stick in three parts, with a knife or a sharp object., The stick used for the upright position, should have a 45 degree cut at the top, and a square notch 3–4 inches...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Procure a three foot long stick that is about 3/4 to an inch thick.
First stick is 12 inches (30.5 cm) long (Upright Piece) Second stick is also 12 inches (30.5 cm) long (Diagonal Piece) Third stick is 3 to 6 inches (7.6 to
15.2 cm) long (Trigger Piece) , The square notch towards the bottom should be a quarter turn or perpendicular in relation to the 45 degree cut at the top. , Both cuts will be performed on the same side of the stick or parallel. , Place close by to be used later.,, Hold in place so that the figure look like the number "4"., Mark the trigger stick at two place:
First mark is where the Trigger Piece is perpendicular to the Upright Piece.
Second mark is where the 45 degree cut of the Diagonal Piece will set into the Trigger Piece. ,, Cut into the stick a square notch.,, The notches will sit inside each other, hold the stick together at the point where the Diagonal Piece intersects with the Trigger Piece.,,, Be Patient. -
Step 2: Cut the stick in three parts
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Step 3: with a knife or a sharp object.
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Step 4: The stick used for the upright position
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Step 5: should have a 45 degree cut at the top
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Step 6: and a square notch 3–4 inches (7.6–10.2 cm) from the bottom.
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Step 7: The stick used for the Diagonal Piece will also have a 45 degree cut at the bottom with a 45 degree taper 2 inches (5.1 cm) from the top.
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Step 8: Procure a large flat rock that should weigh enough when allowed to fall should cover the whole area around the trap.
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Step 9: Place the Upright Piece into the ground
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Step 10: pushing the stick until the square notch is 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) from the ground.
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Step 11: Assemble the Diagonal Piece at the top of the Upright Piece
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Step 12: setting the 45 degree notch of the Diagonal Piece at the top of the Upright Piece.
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Step 13: Obtain the Trigger stick and place it at the square notch of the Upright Piece.
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Step 14: Remove the Trigger Piece and cut an angled cut into the Trigger Piece where it was measured for the Diagonal Piece.
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Step 15: The last cut will be performed in the same manner as the Upright Piece
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Step 16: perpendicular side of the stick or a quarter turn.
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Step 17: If bait is being used
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Step 18: then place it on the inside of the the Trigger Piece.
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Step 19: Assemble the sticks together where it forms the figure "4".
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Step 20: Place the large rock at an angle on the top of the Diagonal Piece.
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Step 21: Place plant material around the trap so that a funnel is created on both sides to guide the animal towards the trap.
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Step 22: Remove yourself from the surrounding area
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Step 23: and check on the trap next day.
Detailed Guide
First stick is 12 inches (30.5 cm) long (Upright Piece) Second stick is also 12 inches (30.5 cm) long (Diagonal Piece) Third stick is 3 to 6 inches (7.6 to
15.2 cm) long (Trigger Piece) , The square notch towards the bottom should be a quarter turn or perpendicular in relation to the 45 degree cut at the top. , Both cuts will be performed on the same side of the stick or parallel. , Place close by to be used later.,, Hold in place so that the figure look like the number "4"., Mark the trigger stick at two place:
First mark is where the Trigger Piece is perpendicular to the Upright Piece.
Second mark is where the 45 degree cut of the Diagonal Piece will set into the Trigger Piece. ,, Cut into the stick a square notch.,, The notches will sit inside each other, hold the stick together at the point where the Diagonal Piece intersects with the Trigger Piece.,,, Be Patient.
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