RE: Cape size and pose
The majority of the mature bucks I mount here locally will be 7 3/4 X 19 X 23 or better. A rack the size of yours might be from a yearling or 2 yr old if it were from these parts. If it were me, Id look for a real pretty colored 7 1/2 X 18 X 21 or 22 cape, and just adjust the cape while mounting to get a swell look to it, not over-done. I turn the eyes to show the sclera on every deer I do, as I feel its more realistic and accurate, and most of my customers feel the same. When I use the 64U, I also wedge out the head a bit to get that heavier look back. Good luck with your project!