Why Choose

Quality Tanned Capes
I do all of my own tanning. Which gives me complete control of the process and
individual attention given to each cape during the tanning process. Attention to
detail is given during the thinning of the hide. The thinner the hide, the more detail
in the mount. I use a commercal Dakota fleshing machine to achieve the thin hide
necessary to show the muscle and vein detail you want in your trophy.

All of my game head mounts are tanned using Lutan F, the highest quality, longest
lasting tanning process available. Lutan F tanned capes are soft, supple and will
last a lifetime. Lutan F will not contract and expand the way a dry preserved hide
will. Ask your taxidermist how the cape is treated, this will determine the life of
your mount.

Quality Eyes
I use Van Dykes Competition Natural Eyes in all mounts. Each eye is hand painted
and features a distinct blue pupil with soft marbelized veining blended throughout.
These eyes have lifelike coloration for all species.

Nose Detail
I use the Speed Septum System to allow for a natural flesh color and textured vein
network inside the nasal cavity.
My noses are painted, textured and left with a wet look, leaving white hairs white.

Ears
I use bondo, reinforced with fiberglass for my ears. This allows the flexibility to
shape and pose the ears as you desire. It also allows for retension of more of the
ear canal and prevents any possible "drumming" of the hide inside the ears. If your
mount has split ears, this is the only way to go.

Mannikin Prep
Game head forms arrive slick, the molds are coated with a slick agent to make
release easier. This needs to be completely removed before mounting in order for
the hide paste to adhere. The first thing I do is literally torch the entire mannikin.
This burns off the release agent and leaves a rough surface that the hide paste
redily adheres to. I then add more detail to the face and neck to allow for maximum
detail. This may not sound important, but if you don't want your hide pulling away
from the form years from now, it is crucial.