How difficult is to Mount A
05-23-2004 | 04:36 AM
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How difficult is to Mount A
Duck. I am wanting info on mounting a Duck. I have a couple in the freezer that I was wanting a pro to do for me. But I now would like to try one myself. Where would I get info needed and supplies to Mount one myself.
05-23-2004 | 07:36 AM
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It Depends on your skills
BLKLAB;
Your best bet is to get yourself a few good video's on mounting ducks. And purchase the Breakthrough Manual "Bird Taxidermy Manual" and the Breakthrough Manual "Waterfowl & Bird Finishing Manual" Don't expect the first few birds to come out like some of the seasoned taxidermist do. Like anything else you need to practice, then practice somemore. Both of the manuals will give you all the insight, tools, and equipment you'll need to mount a duck, or any other type of bird you want to mount.
Then of course you could attend any of the many classes in taxidermy and do hands on work, where a taxidermist will be watching you and advising you the correct procedures you'll need. Also try to go to your state's taxidermy Assoc. They may have a class, or you can talk to some of the members at their meetings. All will be helpful to you.
Good luck to you.
Coyote caller
Your best bet is to get yourself a few good video's on mounting ducks. And purchase the Breakthrough Manual "Bird Taxidermy Manual" and the Breakthrough Manual "Waterfowl & Bird Finishing Manual" Don't expect the first few birds to come out like some of the seasoned taxidermist do. Like anything else you need to practice, then practice somemore. Both of the manuals will give you all the insight, tools, and equipment you'll need to mount a duck, or any other type of bird you want to mount.
Then of course you could attend any of the many classes in taxidermy and do hands on work, where a taxidermist will be watching you and advising you the correct procedures you'll need. Also try to go to your state's taxidermy Assoc. They may have a class, or you can talk to some of the members at their meetings. All will be helpful to you.
Good luck to you.
Coyote caller
08-04-2004 | 08:26 AM
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From: Bessemer, MI
RE: How difficult is to Mount A
Taxidermists generally dont want to show you tips because that potentially means they could lose your business. I would also recommend videos or books. Its actually pretty easy to do.
