Otter saddle.

[bigjohn]

Since the post above was locked I'll answer krank's question here.

I keep one edge of my necker or post fleshing knife razor sharp and it makes a pretty easy job of fleshing otter. The less fat an otter is the tougher that saddle. You might want to throw a handful of good clean hardwood dust on the flesh side to help you knife grip more. Also use a slicing motion instead of a straight push.

[krank]

I guess I am scared of damaging the fur or leather. I even tried a serrated edge. Years ago I made a serrated drawknife for the necks on cowhides. Really I might just power spray it. I always scoffed that but I want this perfect.
Thanks for the input.

[bigjohn]

Otter pelts are pretty tough. I do keep them damp to prevent singe.

[jimhoman]

I never minded otter I use stone Meyer knife

[jimhoman]

Lee stynmeyer

[krank]

Thanks for the input. Right now they are in the freezer but I need to get them out. I was not real wild about tanning this summer as I knew I would get attacked by flies.