I understand what you are saying, Livbucks. But I just can't see the difference. I know it is hard to tell from looking at the two pictures but I just don't see a difference in the 2 moose. the first photo, mine, only cost $550. The second photo, my buddy's, cost almost $1200. That's alot of money and I can't see a difference in the quality.
I understand that some guys like Bill Yox, do excellent work. I know he has an incredible work load. His work is top of the line. But there are lots of guys that do really good work, cheaper.
I've seen my share of crappy mounts too. Some are really sad looking. And you are right, if someone gets a terrible job on that once- in- a -lifetime-buck, its their fault, they have to look at it.
I just can't see paying twice as much.
Here's my $600 black bear