Suspicious taxidermist????? HELP!!!!
#11
Typical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Cambridge Ohio USA
Posts: 744
That's a stupid thing to say considering you don't know squat about the situation. And I'm guessing you actually haven't heard of that happening very often. It doesn't happen often, and when it does most taxidermists will just tell the customer and buy them a new cape. Not a big deal. Estimated completion dates are just that, estimates. It's a bit strange your buddy got his back, but it's way too early to jump to conclusions.
#12
Spike
Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2009
Posts: 72
LOL!!!!!!!! 2 Lunger- you crack me up....
I've heard some "whore" stories too- but they usually have a happy ending! LOL
Hey guys- you don't have to start calling each other "stupid" on here. That's not called for. I just wanted some other people's opinions, and that's all. We're here to help each other- not dishonor each other.
I appreciate everyone sharing their opinion, but if it is different than yours, you don't have to get angry about it. That's not fun or helpful for anyone.
Thanks for everyone's help- I appreciate it.
#14
Typical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Cambridge Ohio USA
Posts: 744
Let me clarify, and I should have picked my words better. I apologize for that. I didn't mean to call anyone "stupid", only that jumping to worst case conclusions is a bad idea without knowing more information. If for no other reason than to prevent worrying the original poster more than he already is. At this point, there's no reason to assume the taxidermist is trying to rip anyone off or hide anything. Is it possible? Sure, but I still think it's unlikely.
#15
Currently he is only a little over 16 months since he carried the head in.
I'm starting to think something is up though. Your buddy got his back and you took them in at the same time and he won't return your phone calls as well. I can see where your starting to get pissed. I would be going back and be asking for your rack and cape. I would put a $100 that your cape is not there and is lost or got ruined. I've heard this whore story more than I care to share.
I'm starting to think something is up though. Your buddy got his back and you took them in at the same time and he won't return your phone calls as well. I can see where your starting to get pissed. I would be going back and be asking for your rack and cape. I would put a $100 that your cape is not there and is lost or got ruined. I've heard this whore story more than I care to share.
#17
So who is to say he didn't do his buddies deer then go to do a full size bear then another job then another job ect ect ect.....just because it was brought in the same time means absolutely nothing. Also, if for some unknown reason something did happen to the cape and it got ruined tell me where specifically it would always be the taxidermist fault? The only times I have ever had a cape get ruined was from the tannery cutting off an eyelid and the others were capes that slipped caused by spoilage from the customer. I without hesitation told the customer that the cape looks bad and the other issue with the tannery was on them to replace the cape.
Original poster - The man has got your cape and he is dying to get started on your buck. The fact that he is avoiding you like the plague is nothing to worry about. Just go over to your buddies house and look at his deer.
Everyone happy now?
#18
Spike
Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2009
Posts: 72
Lol- I guess I will have to go hang out at my buddies to look at his deer!
Went down there on Saturday morning (1:55 minute drive), and the shop was all locked up and dark, ... ... ... again.
Left a note on the door asking (politely) to please call when he gets a chance. I'll be holding my breath.
#20
Fork Horn
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Tug Hill NY
Posts: 420
I think you would have reason to be upset....you have been waiting a long time with no communication. I am surpised with the full payment up front. I have never heard that from an established taxidermist. You should be able to see your completed work before paying.