Taxidermists in Gillespie County, Texas

Gillespie County hunters usually head to Fredericksburg when they need to drop off a trophy after a successful trip in the Hill Country. Whether you took a heavy-racked whitetail on a local lease or an axis buck during the off-season, the area has professional options for preserving your harvest. Local shops handle everything from standard shoulder mounts to rugging for exotic species common in this part of Texas.

Artistic Impressions Taxidermy in Fredericksburg is one of the primary stops for hunters looking for high-quality mounts. These craftsmen understand the specific anatomy of Texas game and exotic imports found on area ranches. It is best to call ahead for current turnaround times and specific caping instructions to ensure your hide stays in good condition before delivery.

1 taxidermist in Gillespie County

Serving Fredericksburg.

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Using taxidermists in Gillespie 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.

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