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Figure 28.—Let pelt drop.
The front feet can be removed by cutting through the joint at the knee ([fig. 29]) or by breaking them at the “break” or “spool” joints. To break the legs at the “break” or “spool” joint, cut across the tendon between the knee and foot ([fig. 30]), grasp the foot in one hand, the leg in the other, and break back and sideways. On young lambs the “break” joint will snap easily and the foot can be removed. On older lambs, it will be necessary to cut across the pastern joint and twist the toes off. This joint is called the “spool” joint ([fig. 31]). Wash the carcass thoroughly before eviscerating. Remove the head at the joint closest to the head ([fig. 32]).
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Figure 29.—Removing foreleg.