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How much does a deer shoulder mount cost?

How much does a deer shoulder mount cost?

If you’ve ever shot a deer and looked for the best price on taxidermy, you know that shoulder mount prices are all over the board. Established taxidermy shops might charge $600 or $700, while the “guy down the street” is only looking for $300.

How much does a shoulder mount whitetail cost?

ANIMALS Down Pmt. Full Price
ALABAMA DEER (SHOULDER MOUNT WITH PLAQUE) $100 $525.00
WHITETAIL WITH PLAQUE (OTHER STATES & AREAS) $100 $600.00
SPECIAL MOUNTS (PEDESTAL, ETC.) $100 $600.00+
SHOULDER MOUNT WITH SINGLE GUN RACK $100 add price of shoulder mount plus gun rack price

How much is a mounted deer head worth?

The value of shoulder mounts is related to the quality of the taxidermy, but the average shoulder mount of a whitetail scoring under 150 inches sells for between $350 and $450. Larger bucks demand a higher price, with the best mounts from deer scoring above 150 inches selling for $1,000 or more.

How long does it take to get a deer shoulder mount?

Eight to 12 months start to finish for a super-looking mount is reasonable. If you can get your deer back in six months or sooner, great, so long as the quality doesn’t suffer. It did take two years to get my best buck ever, a 209-inch-gross Canadian giant, back from the taxidermist.

How much is a full body mount?

A full body mount can come in anywhere from a minimum of $1,000 to upwards of $3,000 or more, especially with extras added.

How much does it cost to taxidermy a human?

I checked the prices listed by taxidermists and it looks like about $250 per linear foot for a black bear. So, assuming the price is about the same for a human, a six foot man would cost about $1500. Add to that applicable state/provincial and federal taxes.

Are deer antlers worth money?

Due to the abundance of deer in North America, antlers can be had for relatively cheap. Most antlers are worth just a few bucks per pound, and unless you have a trophy-sized rack, don’t expect to rake in the big bucks anytime soon.

What is the most expensive taxidermy?

taxidermy great auk
For example, in 1971 the taxidermy great auk purchased by the Iceland Museum of National History for £9,000 was included in the Guinness Book of Records as the most expensive taxidermy animal ever sold.

How long do shoulder mounts last?

When cared for properly, taxidermy will retain its lifelike appearance for years. Your new mount should be kept in a dry area with little or no humidity, preferably in a room with a regulated temperature.

How long will a deer cape last?

However, if in an airtight bag it should be OK for 6 mos. to a year without worry. The longer you let it lay around, the more you run the risk of burning off ears, etc.