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mutton-producing qualities than in the other two breeds of 

 the fine-wool type. The breed may be considered dual purpose 

 in its characteristics. The fleece is coarser and more open 

 than in the other breeds. It covers the entire body, however, 

 with the exception of the muzzle extremity and the ears. Rams 

 of this breed range in weight from 175 to 200 pounds and ewes 

 from 125 to 150. The constitution of the Rambouillet is 

 exceptionally good. Specimens of the breed are large and 

 vigorous in appearance. The body has good length and fair 



FIG. 185. Lincoln ewe, illustrating femininity and breeding qualities. 



depth, although there is some inclination to stand high on the 

 legs. The head is large, the nose strongly developed, and 

 horns usually characterize males of the breed. From the 

 mutton-producing standpoint the Rambouillet is very desir- 

 able, although compared with the best Down breeds they are 

 somewhat inferior. One of the principal objections to the 

 breed is the inclination to coarseness of bone. The fleece 

 averages about three inches in length and does not possess 

 an excess of yolk like the other fine-wool breeds. As a 



