Taxidermists in Candler County, Georgia

Candler County has plenty of farm ground and pine stands that produce quality whitetails every season. When you drop a mature buck or a heavy Tom near Metter, you need a local shop that knows how to handle Georgia game. Most hunters in this area want a mount that looks natural and holds up over time, rather than something rushed through a high-volume factory.

Randy's Taxidermy & Rigdons Deer Processing in Metter serves as a reliable spot for local sportsmen. Having the processor and taxidermist in one location helps ensure your cape is handled correctly from the start. Whether you are looking for a standard shoulder mount or work on a specific trophy, these local services keep you from driving out of the county.

1 taxidermist in Candler County

Serving Metter.

Randy's Taxidermy & Rigdons Deer Processing

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Metter, GA

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Using taxidermists in Candler County

A taxidermist takes your cape and antlers, preps and tans the hide, then mounts the animal on a form. Most shops want the cape caped out and frozen, or the whole head delivered cold and unfrozen within a day or two of the kill.

What to ask before you commit

What is your current turnaround time, in months?
Do you tan in-house or send hides out?
What deposit do you require, and is it applied to the final price?
Can I see finished mounts of the same species?
How should I care for the cape before I bring it in?

What it usually costs

Shoulder mounts commonly run several hundred to well over a thousand dollars depending on species, form and finish work. European mounts are typically the least expensive option. Deposits of 30-50% are standard.

Timing matters

Get the cape cold fast. Do not salt or freeze a cape you plan to have mounted without asking the shop first — hair slip from a warm hide is the single most common ruined mount.