It's a Trap! 019: Mossberg Covey Trap

Published on August 17, 2021
Duration: 17:51

This guide details the technique for operating the Mossberg Covey Trap, a vintage clay pigeon thrower designed to launch multiple clays simultaneously. It emphasizes a two-handed grip, a stable stance, and a smooth, leveraged swing to achieve optimal clay trajectory. The instruction highlights the importance of timing the release and avoiding premature twisting for consistent throws.

Quick Summary

The Mossberg Covey Trap is a vintage aluminum hand-thrower designed to launch up to three clay pigeons simultaneously, simulating a covey of birds. Effective operation requires a two-handed grip, stable stance, and a smooth, leveraged swing, timing the release snap correctly to avoid erratic throws.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Mossberg Covey Trap
  2. 00:11Identifying the Covey Trap Features
  3. 00:36Understanding the 'Covey' Concept
  4. 01:08Comparing with a Handmade Trap
  5. 01:40First Attempts at Throwing Clays
  6. 02:11Technique for Throwing Three Clays
  7. 02:45Refining the Throwing Technique
  8. 03:18Leverage and Aikido Analogy
  9. 03:43Baseball Bat Analogy for Throwing
  10. 04:17Successful Leveraged Throw
  11. 04:33The Art of the Snap
  12. 04:55Testing the Wooden Trap Variant
  13. 05:46Analyzing the Handmade Trap's Construction
  14. 06:03Throwing with the Handmade Trap
  15. 06:15Comparing Trap Effort and Exhaustion
  16. 06:43Final Thoughts on the Covey Trap
  17. 07:15Flex Grip and Historical Context
  18. 07:511955 Pricing and Value
  19. 08:48Pro Tip: Footwear and Drying
  20. 09:25Channel Support and Closing Remarks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Mossberg Covey Trap designed to do?

The Mossberg Covey Trap is a vintage hand-thrower made of aluminum, designed to launch up to three clay pigeons simultaneously. Its purpose is to simulate the experience of a covey of birds rising, offering a more challenging shooting scenario than single-clay throwers.

How do you properly operate the Mossberg Covey Trap?

Effective operation involves a two-handed grip on the rubberized handles, a stable stance, and a smooth, leveraged swing. The key is to lock out at a forward angle and time the release snap correctly, avoiding premature twisting for consistent throws.

What are the key features of the Mossberg Covey Trap?

Key features include its aluminum construction, rubber grips for better handling, and the capacity to hold and throw up to three clay pigeons at once. It also incorporates springs on the side to help retain the clays during the loading process.

What was the original price and historical context of the Mossberg Covey Trap?

The Mossberg Covey Trap, first advertised around 1955, was priced at $9.95. This was considered a relatively high price for a hand trap at the time, suggesting it was a more premium or feature-rich option compared to simpler models.

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