Honestly, your search for a trophy mount should start before the season even begins. Go and see a few taxidermists and ask questions, like how they preserve the skin. Do they send them out? In House tan? DP? Take a look at their work. FInd a taxi that you like and get along with, kinda like a friend. As far as what I like, I want my clients to skin it out before they bring it to me, leaving 6" of neck attached to the head. I charge extra if I have to skin it out. Check with the guy that is going to do your work and see how he wants it. Here's a tip, look at a mounted deer, where don't you want to cut? Don't cut the brisket, the neck, the shoulders, etc. ALso do not drag your deer, if you can help it, it will tear the hair out.