fly Posted March 4, 2008 Report Share Posted March 4, 2008 I got this mount back last October from the 06 season. I took it to a taxidermist that charged me $435.00. Most taxidermists in my area charge about $350.00. I took my 07 buck back to the same taxidermist and found out (after I had committed) that his price went up to $485.00. I like the mount, but my cousin says it's just fair and that cheaper taxidermists could do a better job.What do you all think of the mount and should I look around for a different taxidermist? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WHISKEYSWAMP Posted March 4, 2008 Report Share Posted March 4, 2008 very nice buck!!! neck looks small for the size of it's rack but that could be just the way the picture shows and maybe it wasn't in full rut, I don't know... wouldn't worry about it if I was you, it looks good!!! $435 is higher than most charge around here... usually around $300. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Kid Posted March 4, 2008 Report Share Posted March 4, 2008 heck i would pay 500 if it looked good, this is something that will be with you for the rest of your life, you don't want to go cheaper and have the buck look unrealistic!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straight Shooter Posted March 4, 2008 Report Share Posted March 4, 2008 Beautiful buck, I'm just not sure he used the right form for that buck. The chest looks small and the neck looks longer than normal making the head/skull look bigger. I can't tell if its the camera angles, but that is just what I'm getting from the pictures. Awesome buck though, congrats! If I busted your bubble I'm sorry, just giving you my honest opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HUNTINGMAN Posted March 4, 2008 Report Share Posted March 4, 2008 I agree, the chest,shoulders and neck dont look as full as they should but you cant realy tell much about a picture.It may look totally diferent in person. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RTF Posted March 4, 2008 Report Share Posted March 4, 2008 Something looks out of wack on that mount to me. it is however a nice deer. as far as price goes expect to pay up to $500.00 for an average mount within the next 5 years. Taxidermy supplies and overhead have sky rocket within the last 4 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted March 4, 2008 Report Share Posted March 4, 2008 Very nice buck. What matters is whether or not you are happy with it. That price is a bit higher than what I see around here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fly Posted March 4, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2008 Beautiful buck, I'm just not sure he used the right form for that buck. The chest looks small and the neck looks longer than normal making the head/skull look bigger. I can't tell if its the camera angles, but that is just what I'm getting from the pictures. Awesome buck though, congrats! If I busted your bubble I'm sorry, just giving you my honest opinion. No bubble busting here. I asked for it straight and I appreciate yours as well as everyones comments. I must add that the short shoulder was not the fault of the taxidermist. That was my fault. I came up a little short caping it. I needed kicked for that, and this past Christmas when the family came over well.... lets just say they got their legs ready for soccer this spring. The taxidermist mentioned to me that the cost of supplies had really went up. I wasn't sure if this was a line, but it appears he was truthful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davetucker Posted March 4, 2008 Report Share Posted March 4, 2008 i agree with the neck not being as full and stout.my guess would be he used the wrong manican( mature doe) to put your cape on!!When you buy them you can get all different one!!Either that or a cheaper manican.My mount for 07 i am being charged 350.And thats been the price for as long as i remeber i've had well this will be my 6th mount. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddyboman Posted March 4, 2008 Report Share Posted March 4, 2008 I agree the neck looks small, maybe he ordered the wrong form... as for the rest hard to tell from those pictures......Need closer pictures of the ears/eyes/mouth to really tell. As for the deer he is a stud!! Congrats!!! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubie Posted March 4, 2008 Report Share Posted March 4, 2008 I don't think you payed to much, though it does look a little off in the neck to me. Besides, if they don't put up the prices, they stop making a living, and you become one of those stories I keep hearing about people trying to get thier capes/rugs/skulls/racks from the agencey liquidating the bankrupt shops assets... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardwood_HD Posted March 4, 2008 Report Share Posted March 4, 2008 i think it looks good, thats about average price around here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zambo Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 Locally here the price of taxidermy has gone up a bit this year. I paid 350.00 four years ago for my buck and it still looks good. This year I paid 550.00 for my mount from a different taxidermist, but he did a fantastic job with detail I have not had before. My point is you get what you pay for. If you like your taxidermists work, then stay with him. I will continue to pay my new guy what ever he charges. I would of commented on your mount but it's tough to tell details from pictures. He looks like a great buck to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DEERSLAYER88 Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 nice buck. but the neck looks too small for it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RWTaxidermy Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 Something looks out of wack on that mount to me. it is however a nice deer. as far as price goes expect to pay up to $500.00 for an average mount within the next 5 years. Taxidermy supplies and overhead have sky rocket within the last 4 years. RTF is right on with this one, expect prices to go up considerably in the next few years. What many people do not consider is the time, money, supplies,overhead, etc. that go into every mount, Gas Prices are not the only thing going up, and we have to adjust our prices accordingly to stay in business. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elkoholic Posted March 13, 2008 Report Share Posted March 13, 2008 Cost of the mount may not have any affect on what it looks like when finished. The goal would be that the mount be an accurate depiction of how the live animal looked. Any pictures taken of the buck prior to the trip to the taxidermist shop should show any inconsistencies. Nice buck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revhard Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 honestly .. like stated before, its not full enough. And there are no muscle lines and the eyes and ears look kinda unrealistic in my opinion. dont mean to hurt your feelings, but you asked for honesty.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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