Taxidermists in Rockbridge County, Virginia

Rockbridge County offers plenty of rugged terrain for hunting whitetails and black bears, especially around the George Washington National Forest. Once you get a trophy down, finding a local shop to handle the preservation is the next step. Most hunters in this area look for someone who understands the anatomy of ridge-running bucks and heavy mountain bears to ensure the mount looks natural.

If you are coming off a hunt near Lexington, you can find taxidermy services like C2 SkullWorks right in town. They specialize in European mounts and skull cleaning for various local species. Having a professional nearby makes it easier to drop off your harvest quickly and discuss the specific details of your project without driving across the state.

1 taxidermist in Rockbridge County

Serving Lexington.

C2 SkullWorks

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Using taxidermists in Rockbridge 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.