how much is it to get a deer head or elk head stuffed?
 

hey everybody, im wondering what the price is to get a animal head stuffed.

between 175.00 - $1800.00
any more questions?

how can it range in that big of a price? what are the differences?

Do you want it stuffed or mounted ?

You asked for the price of a DEER or ELK head. An elk head will be hundreds more than a deer head.

I've seen deer heads range from $300-600 and elk are significantly more.

The range he gave you was between the cheapest deer and most expensive elk. It's like you asked how much it costs to buy a car. While the Ford Focus and Mercedes 600 are both cars, they will vary in price quite a bit - like $100,000.

It also depends on your geographic location and the quality and reputation of the taxidermist.

My brother shot his first elk last year in colorado. Took it to some guy in New Castle, CO and spent right above $1000 for a shoulder mount. the guy did a great job but it was a little pricey.

I guess not one wants to come clean! I've been in the taxidermy business for thirty years, if I could get 800.00 for a shoulder mount deer i would because i think thats what my taxidermy and time is worth, But I can't, every local economy is different.
With that said i think NO one should overcharge for a basic shoulder mount, the answer you're looking for is as varied as opinions on gun/ammo discussions.
Find a local taxidermist in your area and compare prices.
I charge 475.00 and everyone is happy!
DC

for true museum quality work well over $600 for a deer shoulder mount

and it's climbing every year. In 2000 I paid $375. This year it's $575. If the work is very good, I'd be afraid to trust anyone else.

My taxidermist here in Colorado charges $575 for deer and from $900-$1200 for elk depending on size for his shoulder mounts. For an open mouth (bugling) on elk you will have to add on another $150.

Here is the work he has done for me.

http://www.huntingnet.com/forum/taxi...ving-room.html