Promontory Peg Deadfall Trigger

[Rick]

Here's one we haven't talked about. At least I don't remember seeing it. It's the Promontory Peg Deadfall Trigger.

http://img379.imageshack.us/img379/1535/pegpl3.jpg

[crashdive123]

Looks pretty simple to set.

[Stairman]

I just added it to my trigger notes.Thanks!

[Rick]

Call me crazy but that thing looks a LOT easier than a figure 4.

[Stairman]

My only concern would be if the baitstick didnt kick out and instead skewered the load.

[gryffynklm]

I would think that if the bait stick was on soft earth it might sink making for a stiff trigger. I would put a flat stone or perhaps another stick under the bait stick to keep it from sinking. Just a thought.

[tennecedar]

i really want to try this set. I think i'll put the bait down between the sticks some to make them pry at it.

[snakeman]

I think the westerners used that to trap packrats. It is very hard to set in my opinion. Nice trap though, thanks rick.

[Gray Wolf]

Thanks Rick, have to try this one, any more info on this?

[crashdive123]

I tried it yesterday in my back yard. It was kind of tough to balance, but it seems like it will work.