First couple times there were four showed up. This time the number doubled......

There were some pretty cool traps showed up for a small gathering. And I really appreciated the knowledge and camaraderie that was shared. A big thanks to all that attended and made it happen. Will post some more pics later.......

Dale, Glad you had a good meet. I assume that most of the traps in these photos were show and tell. Some great traps.

A few items were up for sale or pending sale. I don't recall any prices being discussed.
Here is one I think would peak your interest Dean.... I don't think it is for sale.

A few pans with an extra number hand stamped in




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More great traps Dale, thank you for sharing the photos. Yes, I actually saw photos of that Victor, stamped spring yesterday. Nice trap.

A few from our neighbors to the north showed up......

Very nice Dale, thanks for sharing.

Thanks for the comment ringtail, I am beginning to think nobody cares for old trap pictures anymore..

But here's a few more from the meet anyway...

Is that a PS&W with the jaws similar to a mastergrip?

Nice collection of traps - especially like the 14 square over round. Hey, I don’t remember seeing this meet in the last edition of TRAPS...

Love them ...show more!

There was too much info to absorb at one time. I didn't get the whole story on that mushroom jawed trap. It is a PSW trap but I don't know if the jaws are factory or aftermarket...

I thought this #3 was neat... Both springs were like the one pictured....

The ring on that Cortland-looking trap (with all the teeth) is unique. IMO

NISBET

Do you know who owns that? I'm interested in learning more about that trap. I so see a PSW with mushroom jaw in the price guide but no pic.

Cool traps Dale thanks for the pictures. Where was the get together held?

Only 9 people at the gathering, so yes, I know the owner...
I'll get ahold of him and send you a PM....

Jeff, Just a couple miles north of Grand Rapids. Had folks from Ely to Motley to Dora Lake show up. I will get a hold of you next time if that is something you might be interested in...

You put a lot of good pictures on here Dale, next time we'll have to get a couple of the motley crew sitting around the bar

really some nice pic Dale didnt know you were a photographer

I would like to know about the next meet also. I assume it is a sale and swap not just a show and tell.

Hey Dale,
Better get started on the new motel and campground for next year!

I know a few that attended will be headed for the Ohio meet soon and stated this was just a warm up.

I would speculate the Sidney liquor stores make a good profit during that event !!!!!!!!

The general consensus from those in attendance,,, It was a BLAST !!!!!
I don't think we can wait a full year..
I'll reach out a little further next time if it is all right with the coordinator.........

I finally got permission to post a pic on here of this one. I felt privileged just to see it...

That is one awesome trap!

very early newhouse w long pointed cross...what approximate date would you put on that?

Yes Dale the next time there is a get together Give us a shout out. You might be surprised where this might go. I don't have anything as nice as of the pictured ones but would be nice to see and visit.

dont know for sure it is pre onieda community I'm thinking late 1830's or 1840's