DANNY BEECHAM
Taxidermist VerifiedClosed
West Tennessee, TN
Taxidermists in Henderson County, Tennessee
If you have tagged a buck or an unconventional trophy in Henderson County, you have a few local options for mount work. The area around Lexington and the surrounding West Tennessee timber provides plenty of opportunities for whitetail and small game, and these shops handle everything from standard shoulder mounts to custom birds.
There are currently three taxidermists listed for this area, including Danny Beecham. These professionals understand the local deer herds and the specific anatomy of game found throughout West Tennessee. Whether you are looking for a European mount or a full-body display, these local craftsmen can help preserve your most recent harvest.
3 taxidermists in Henderson County
Serving West Tennessee.
HAROLD BLANKENSHIP
Taxidermist VerifiedClosed
West Tennessee, TN
MICHAEL AUSTIN
Taxidermist VerifiedClosed
West Tennessee, TN
Using taxidermists in Henderson 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.