Lima, OH
Taxidermists in Allen County, Ohio
Allen County hunters have several local options for preserving a trophy after a successful season in the woodlots or along the Auglaize River. With four active shops located in Lima and Delphos, you can find a professional nearby to handle everything from shoulder mounts to small game. Most of these taxidermists specialize in Ohio whitetails, but they also take in waterfowl and turkeys harvested throughout the region.
If you drop a buck near the county line, shops like JETT'S TAXIDERMY in Delphos are positioned for easy access. Whether you are coming from the fields around Lima or the western edge of the county, these professionals understand how to handle local hides and antlers. It is always a good idea to call ahead during the firearm season to check their current intake capacity and turnaround times.
4 taxidermists in Allen County
Serving Delphos, Lima.
Delphos, OH
Lima, OH
Lima, OH
Using taxidermists in Allen 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.
