Muncie, IN
Taxidermists in Delaware County, Indiana
Delaware County hunters have a few reliable options for mounting white-tailed deer and local waterfowl. With shops located in Albany, Eaton, Gaston, and Muncie, you can usually find a taxidermist within a short drive of your property or hunting camp. Most of these local outfits handle standard shoulder mounts, European mounts, and small game common to east-central Indiana.
If you drop a buck near the Mississinewa River or the surrounding farmland, shops like Muncie Taxidermy can preserve the cape and antlers. It is best to call ahead during the busy weeks of slug and archery seasons to check on current turnaround times. These four professionals understand the specific anatomy of Midwest deer and birds.
4 taxidermists in Delaware County
Serving Albany, Eaton, Gaston, Muncie.
Eaton, IN
Albany, IN
Gaston, IN
Using taxidermists in Delaware 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.
