THE SPECIALTIES
Deer, bear, turkey, geese, ducks, and pheasant, plus small game such as raccoon. Room to make each project personal.
Mount formats to confirm. These are ideas to discuss. Presten will confirm which services are available and suitable for your specimen, together with a written quote and current timeline.
A familiar presence from the woods. Start with the antlers, expression, and natural head turn, then consider how the piece will be seen in the room.
Shoulder mounts, pedestal formats, and European or antler displays.
Call before caping. Keeping enough hide around the shoulders preserves more options.
Discuss whitetail deerScale and posture change the character of a bear piece. A conversation before the hunt helps connect your field preparation with the display you have in mind.
Shoulder, half-body or life-size formats, and rug or hide presentations.
Ask for instructions before skinning. Preparation depends on the intended mount.
Discuss bearFrom the layered fan to the smallest feather, a turkey has a strong silhouette. Consider whether you want a full scene or a compact reminder of the hunt.
Full-body poses and fan or beard displays.
Protect the tail fan and feathers. Call before removing parts or preparing the bird.
Discuss turkeyA bank over the water or a quiet standing pose. The shape of the wings and the colors of the plumage help define a waterfowl piece.
Flying or standing poses and habitat settings.
Protect feathers, retain required identification, and confirm lawful possession.
Discuss ducksA goose needs room to make its impression. Wing span, viewing direction, and mounting location should be considered together from the beginning.
Flying or standing poses and habitat settings.
Plan freezer and transport space without forcing or bending the feathers.
Discuss geeseRich color and a long, unmistakable tail. An upland piece can be composed around a clean profile, a flight pose, or the suggestion of a familiar field.
Standing or flying poses and habitat settings.
Keep the long tail protected and straight. Contact Presten for packing advice.
Discuss pheasantRaccoon and other small game. Much of the character is in the set of the head, the curve of the tail, and the setting around the animal.
Full-body poses and habitat settings.
Keep the animal cool, avoid unnecessary cuts, and call for preparation instructions. Confirm lawful possession first.
Discuss small gameBefore a cut, a shipment, or a long drive, speak with Presten about your specimen.