How much does it cost to mount a fawn?
The long story short is you should expect to pay a minimum of $500 for a quality deer mount, and don’t be surprised if that figure pushes to $600 or more. Having been on the receiving end of several really bad mounts over the years, I know full well that you get what you pay for when it comes to deer taxidermy mounts!
How long does it take to taxidermy a deer?
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 does it cost to mount an axis deer?
2021-2022 Pricing
| Species | Shoulder Mount | 1/2 Life-Size |
|---|---|---|
| Axis Deer | $750 | $1,875 |
| Fallow Deer | $750 | $1,875 |
| Sika Deer | $1,125 | $2,625 |
| Red Deer/Stag | $1,750 | N/A |
How much is a shoulder mount for a deer?
| 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 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.
How much does it cost to get a deer European mount?
However, the average cost for a skull mount is only $150 and includes a plaque or other mount. If wanting only the skull mount done by itself, it is closer to $75. For the serious hunter who consistently harvests a mature buck each year, it’s easy to see that it can become costly.