Contents
- 1 How much does a European deer mount cost?
- 2 How do you boil a European mount?
- 3 What to use to whiten a European mount?
- 4 Can you bury a deer head for European mount?
- 5 How do you seal a European mount?
- 6 How long do you boil a deer skull for European mount?
- 7 How much does a taxidermist charge for a European mount?
- 8 How long does it take to get a European mount back?
- 9 How much are deer mounts worth?
- 10 Does boiling a deer skull stink?
How much does a European deer mount cost?
North American Species
| Deer – Mule Add $40 if lower jaw is included | $149 |
|---|---|
| Deer – Whitetail Add $40 if lower jaw is included | $149 |
| Elk Add $50 if lower jaw is included | $325 |
| Pronghorn Antelope Add $40 if lower jaw is included | $149 |
| Wild Boar / Domestic Hog | $199 |
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How do you boil a European mount?
Start off by adding a generous amount of high-strength soap to a pot of water. I prefer soap on the first round to help pull grease out of the skull. Bring the water to a boil, then turn the dial back a small amount until the water is at a simmer. I cannot stress this enough: DO NOT BOIL THE SKULL.
What to use to whiten a European mount?
You can buy powders that you mix with water and brush onto the skull. They don’t do much other than coat the skull with white powder and do a poor job of actually whitening the bone. Hydrogen peroxide is the way to go.
Can you bury a deer head for European mount?
Easiest Way to Clean a Deer Skull: Part 1. The European Mounts are gaining popularity. You can boil and/or pressure wash the flesh and brains off of the skull. You can bury the skull.
How do you seal a European mount?
The best for sealing is Polycrylic clear satin spray. Just use one light coat. I hold the skull by the rack and do it by hand. It helps to rotate as you spray and Continue shortly afterwards.
How long do you boil a deer skull for European mount?
When you ‘ve got as much tissue out as possible, cover the skull — not the antlers — with water and a few tablespoons of Amway dishwashing powder or its equivalent. Boil or, better yet, simmer the skull for about 1-1/2 hours (less for a small deer, as too much boiling can loosen the fragile bone connections).
How much does a taxidermist charge for a European mount?
I would guess $50 to $150 depending on the plaque. If you just want the skull back, I would guess in the $50 to $75 range. A simple single panel plaque, $75 to $100, and a pedestal style mounting panel around $100 to $150.
How long does it take to get a European mount back?
Approximately three to four months; however, every skull cleans differently and during certain times of the year the volume of orders will slow down the process. We make every effort to return your order to you as promptly as possible.
How much are deer mounts 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.
Does boiling a deer skull stink?
If you got all the tissue out of the skull, soaking in peroxide to bleach it will also remove the smell. What little tisssue can’t be removed by boiling is cured by the peroxide and won’t smell. I just finished two skulls last week, and there is no odour at all to them.