[NHCOLL-L:4865] Tumblers and Defleshers

[Chris Stinson]

Hi,

I was curious to know how many collections out there, that are actively
prepping bird and mammal skins, use tumblers and/or defleshers when
preparing.  We are considering purchasing or making them and I was curious
to see what the general consensus is regarding their use.  Are they a real
necessity and are specimens better off when these tools are used?  Is there
any experience where specimens were damaged regularly with either?

Thanks for your time,

Chris Stinson
Acting Curator,
Cowan Vertebrate Collection
Beaty Biodiversity Museum
University of British Columbia
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