Description
The Bridger #5 Double Long Spring Trap is a professional-grade foothold trap designed for large, powerful furbearers. This trap is widely respected for its traditional secure holding power, utilizing two tempered steel springs that extend outward from the trap frame. Its substantial weight and size make it a top choice for submersion sets in water-based trapping.
Key Features & Capabilities
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Target Species: Engineered for large animals, specifically beaver, otter, wolf, cougar, and coyote.
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Secure Design: Long spring traps are known for being more difficult for animals to "pump" out of compared to some coil-spring designs, providing a very secure and stable hold.
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Heavy-Duty Build: Features a heavy baseplate and thick steel jaws to prevent bending or failure when holding strong predators.
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Trigger Mechanism: Equipped with a 3" x 3" fully adjustable round pan, allowing trappers to fine-tune pan tension and height for specific target weights.
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Chain & Swiveling: Typically comes with a 12" straight link chain featuring a square sliding bracket and a heavy-duty swivel or drowner lock to facilitate safe anchoring or water sets.
Product Specifications
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Jaw Spread: 7 ½” (Outside) / 7 ¼” (Inside)
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Spring Type: Double Tempered Steel Long Springs
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Weight: Approximately 4.2 lbs, providing excellent stability and drowning weight.
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Chain: 12 inches of 5mm straight link chain.
