MOUNTING YOUR DEER HEAD AT HOME

MOUNTING YOUR DEER HEAD AT HOME Have you ever taken a trophy buck to a taxidermist, but were disappointed in the results-or the cost? With the help of Monte Burch & taxidermist Mark Nash, not only will you learn to create a lifelike mount you'll be proud to show off, you'll save money by doing it yourself!Find out how to choose the right tools & materials; make measurements for various deer head mounts; cape, skin, tan & store hides & more. Over 250 step-by-step photos & illustrations clearly demonstrate each procedure, while an 8-page color insert reveals the outstanding results.You'll also learn to model nostrils, tear ducts, lips, facial veins & eyes; Meticulous instructions are given for fitting the cape & ear-liners-this section along contains nearly 50 photos! Artistic finishing techniques for cleaning, filling, & painting your deer head are also covered.While deer heads are the focus in this informative new book, you'll also learn to work with full-body mounts, open-mouth mounts, attractive European mounts & traditional antler mounts. Or, tackle such novelty projects as leg & foot ornaments or antler lamps & knife handles.You'll also find pro tips on cleaning your mount to maintain that lifelike look. No other book on the market covers this subject in such detail. Who knows? This could be the start of a whole new career!Learn to: Choose the best tools & materials, Make accurate measurements, Cape, skin, tan, & store hides, Model nostrils, tear ducts, facial veins & eyes, Work with head, antler, & full-body mounts, Create novelty lamps, knife handles . . . & more!MOUNTING YOUR DEER HEAD AT HOME is the first book on this subject to hit the market in many years. The information is fresh & relevant. No other book available today covers this subject in such detail & with the latest in products & techniques. Not only will you be proud of the deer you mount-you'll also save money by doing it yourself as well! ISBN: 0-9732804-8-0 publish date: 10/15/2007