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BowEd:
BJ....One slick way of making sure all epidermis is off besides sanding is to brain the hide till completely limp and then scrape it on fleshing beam with a dull flesher.That action also helps to get better brain penetration on next braining besides twisting moisture out multiple times.It loosens the fibers for better penetration.Especially in the neck/spine/and hip areas.

Pappy:
Ed I also do that after the first braining and it does help, just have to be gentle because it is like wet rawhide to some existent and can put a hole it it pretty easy especially in the thinner areas. ;) :) I have also gotten to where I go over them several times after I get the hair off while they are still in the rack, I don't get in a hurry to take them off the rack until I have taken the time to check them really good and usually thin some around the neck area if it is a large hide. Looking good BJ.
 Pappy

bjrogg:
Thanks Ed. I’ve been doing like Pappy said and going over with scraper really good before removing from rack. Also using a sander to for final cleanup.

Is it possible to leave on rack and brain it completely that way? I’m guessing not but just thought I’d ask.

Bjrogg

BowEd:
Yes...While in the rack a good light source like the sun/window or light bulb behind it can reveal any left over epidermis too.That's what I usually do.
Going from 60 grit overall to 80 grit overall is about the extent of fine sanding I do.I use a palm sander nowadays.Both sides too.

bjrogg:
Got another one ready for brains tonight. A nice big doe. Was a very nice hide. I spent extra time scrapping and sanding this one. It had a pretty thick hide. One to go.

Sure is good exercise.

Bjrogg

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