EKM

Been using a similar method for about 12 yrs now, and you' re right, it' s much quicker and easier. Takes my son and I aprox. 45 mins. to have a complete elk in 3 bags and ready to haul.

BJ

I' ve heard you make this comment before. Sounds like you could use a hands on lesson how it' s done properly. You say you' re left with a bloody mess with loose meat everywhere, well you must be quite the hacker my friend. Plus there' s no bigger mess than gutting a critter like an elk and then wallowing near it trying to finish the animal off. Unless you' re animal is riddled with lead in the quarters or spine shot and died slowly, there' s little blood to deal with on or around the meat.
Maybe you could explain your method of removal and we could help steer you around the trouble spots. Be glad to help. elknut1