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[drumstick diva]

After reading that I may need a month of

till I recover - thankgoodness NO photos.

 

[ronott1]

THIS SAYS IT ALL

I have been coming on here for a year. Even before I got chickens. Seven months before. I feel like I have learned an immense amount of info. BUT, if I ever say anything to offend anyone or make you think I'm getting above myself, you have my permission is say two words. Rooster Cull.
That says it all. Never have I made such a production of anything. Thank you Jesus, I was alone on the property.

This was the single rooster in the Cobb 500 breeders rescue. He was about 15 months old and about 15 lbs. Big heavy bones. I was going to try something new and use the broomstick method. Now, I'm 67 and me and him did not agree at all. I had him bound and covered in a towel and when I tried to pull up. Nada. He struggles and I went flying backwards.

Pitiful. I managed to get back up and retrieve him. And I had no other way planned except to do it like the lady on youtube. Wrapped in a towel in my lap. I cut onle side of the throat and he was bleeding fine so I didn't bother with the other. After 3 minutes, I thought, wow, this was easy, he didn't even struggle. Then he raised his head and looked around. Not laughing anymore. I had to do the other side and hold him while he thrashed around mightily. Finally it was done and I began to peel him. I was only going to do the breasts and thighs and legs but he was so big I couldn't cut through the bones. I managed to fillet the legs and one thigh and the other came out whole. I have about 6-7 lbs of meat but I think I'll be keeping the hens forever. And ever. Amen.

You would be right if you think I'm not ever telling my family.

Oh my goodness!

It is humbling to work with them sometimes. You did get it done though so great job!

Thanks for sharing.

I need to process one this weekend. I hope it goes well.

 

[hennible]

Yup I'm pro axe method... It's the only thing I've been taught in person... sorry it was rough LindaB

 

[vehve]

I use the garden shears, but it's the same principle. I don't really recommend it though, it takes some determination and the right technique.

 

[hennible]

And sharp shears

 

[vehve]

That too. I sharpen them before doing the deed.

 

[hennible]

Just had a lesson in knife sharpening. Honestly can't wait until it's time to butcher again.

 

[vehve]

I would need a better stone. Ideally, I'd like one of those big rotating ones.

 

[hennible]

Oh that would be nice. I have a stone and a steel... Very handy once I got a lesson in their proper use

 

[Wisher1000]

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