I use a choke pole. 30 secs or less, done. if you have a big fiesty tom it may take a bit longer. best part about using a choke pole, no hole to sew up.
I have a katch-all choke pole. worth the money if you ask me. positive stop locking system, pull it real tight - locks in place, hold the pole til the end, release with a simple lift of a piece at the end of the handle and spring loaded, opens right up.
