What would you do with this mount?

[derbycitycatman]

Ok, the deer in my avatar has been finished by the taxidermist. He's said a couple people would like a replica mount done of it. Hes not going to do it unless I agree. Also this deer is said to be in the top 30 all time of KY typical bucks and has been officially scored and pronounced a Boone and Crockett buck. He's also told me that Im sitting on a pretty good chunk of change for the antlers. Im pretty tempted to sale this thing if I can get anywhere close to what hes guessing it could go for, 10-20,000. Would you guys allow replica mounts done and would you sale the mount?

[Dave L]

Take some pictures for your memory and sell the thing.
10-20,000 is alot of money for a deer head.
Not only that, then you will have to go get a larger one.:big_smile:

[paleocaver]

Take some pictures for your memory and sell the thing.
10-20,000 is alot of money for a deer head.
Not only that, then you will have to go get a larger one.:big_smile:

I agree with that. Maybe get you a replica too.

[Nightprowler]

It would depend on how much you could make on the replica racks.I would say you would have to sign some kind of paperwork to give them permission to do that.You might make more money on the replica's.If you are serious about it talk to a lawyer before sighning anything.World class racks are big money.

[catchinghogs]

Wow thats alot money to pass up.

[truckin4x4]

how much does the deer mean to you? if it means more to you than the money i would keep it. money isn't everything. take it from some one who don't have much. its your preferance

[laidbck111]

take the money and add a stipulation that the buyer has a replica made for you.

[snakecotc]

how much does the deer mean to you? if it means more to you than the money i would keep it. money isn't everything. take it from some one who don't have much. its your preferance

Im with you. Honestly, I would keep it. Make as much as you can off the replicas, but I would keep the original. Some things are just priceless. Unless you are in dire need of the cash, of course.

[ka_c4_boom]

man if it were me it would be replaced by a pic or replica only stipulation to sellin it would be yer name and info go with it you killed it yer names on the books think of all the time and money youve spent over the years that one deer could make up for that plus pay fer yer hunting fer the next or rest of yer life most people hunt a life time and dont get that chance ,heck i buy the combo lisence have for 20 years atleast have yet to see let alone kill the buck of my dreams id deffinately sell it

[channelcat_tracker]

i would DEFINATELY take lots of pictures and i wouldnt allow mounts because thats not fair to have replica "mounts" made. thats just not a fair buck yea know what i mean. but that is a good chunk of change for that head. i say SELL IT! man thats about a good months amount of pay. less that that. thats close to a small yearly savings right their. sell it brother!

[derbycitycatman]

Thanks everybody, Im all but sure Im gonna sell it. I need to do some homework though on the whole replica deal. I wasnt even going to mount this thing at first until the co(taxidermist) talked me into it. You shoulda seen his face when I said I was going to nail it up on the barn. :lol:

[catcam]

You can get a nice catfishing boat with your loot! I'd sell it based on what you said, you weren't even going to mount it to begin with. Just make sure you get what it's truly worth. If your man can guarantee it.

[boilerman]

Sounds kinda fishy to me. Would you pay 20,000 bucks for the antlers? Probably not? Why pay that much, or even pay anything for an exact replica? If I were to buy a replica, I would have it made the way I wanted it for just the cost of having it made and not having to pay for duplicating another deer. If it's true, I say get a replica for yourself and take the cash, but it's still hard to believe.

[FishMan]

you don't really need us to tell you what to do but here it is. Allow only 1 fake made and you keep that one and sell the dead animal head. Lucky for you there are stupid people alive.

I almost forgot....Congrats to you on you B&C record.

[Georgiajack]

Replicas are a big business, and have been for some time. I haven't done any taxidermy work in several years, but most of the larger companies supply catalogs had replicas in them for sale. I have no doubt if you connect with the right buyer you can make good money. If you do sell, get good pics made, and then get them to mount you one with the replica rack on it in the deal. If done correctly, the replica rack will match the original exactly, however, the resins that were used when I was in business made a somewhat fragile product. Drop em', and they would break. I would check up on the durability of the product that is made from your rack. That is one nice buck, good luck, Jack.

[gatorbait]

I would say keep em. If I caught a 30lb largemouth, I would not sell it for 10,000...Maybe 50,000. As for allowing replicas, I would say yes, but charge a fee and split it with the taxi.

[Bayoubear]

Ive heard of people paying that kind of money for a rack and even more. Reminds me of the old P.T. Barnum quote.. "theres a sucker born...."

My two cents... ask a lawyer about the legality of selling a body part from wild game. if okay, make two replicas, one for you, one for bass pro shops or similar to display publicly, and sell the real one. lots of pix and videotape with the mount in your possesion are an understood given.

awesome deer, congrats. you may even be able to milk a few freebies from the makers of the gear you used to harvest it. i.e. a box of the brand of ammo u used, a free set of the cammo you were wearing.. etc etc...

chad

[derbycitycatman]

Ok guys, I just got it back. My estimate of the value was way off, told I might get 2-5, still not bad for a day in the woods. He said he seen one go for 20 something, just got wires crossed.:sad2:
This is for antlers in a european mount no cape. Taxidermists said I would get at least free replica, my antlers back, and probably recognition. I still havent submitted it to B @ C but it scored 178 6/8 from 183 3/8.

[Gabowman]

YEa?!? Who pays those big bucks? I got a 188 and change hanging on my wall from an Ohio bow hunt. For that serious of money I'd let it go. Give me some details!

[RPnKC]

Cabela's and Bass Pro purchase trophy mounts and trophy antlers.

[TIM HAGAN]

Well heres something to think about as well i have seen replica mount of P&Y and B&C bucks on ebay and at shows go over 5,ooo at that you would only need to sale 4.

[teaysvalleyguy]

Totally up to you brother. Make sure they know who caught it if you sell it with plaque and such. But, money is not everything.

[JustCats]

What a prediciment to be in! I would check into the possibility of selling the mount with the stipulation that you receive a replica and you receive a commission from any other replicas that are sold. All of this of course drawn up legally by an attorney.

Tony

[ladyfish50]

Lots of good points....Most of all, be sure you are covered LEGALLY. Check with wildlife/fisheries regulations; check with attorneys on laws regarding selling antlers, mounts, etc. And by all means, make sure you get the recognition you deserve for having taken this animal. YOU are the one who put in all the time, money, effort, etc., & who finally got the kill. YOU are the one who deserves to be recognized for this. If you want to sell it, then do it. Get some pictures, (heck, your avatar pic is awesome!), maybe get you a replica made. But the main thing is to make sure you are happy with the outcome. And keep us posted on your decision. Good luck! Do what feels right to YOU!

[shotdemducks]

If you and your familiy would benefit from the money sell it. As far as other mounts, I dont think I would allow that, only one for myself.

[Drawout]

Take the money. Replica is a good idea

[katcatchingfool]

take the money and add a stipulation that the buyer has a replica made for you.

i agree take the money and have replica made todays replicas look so life like

[fat_fish55]

i would make sure you get paid so much up front before anything happens with it
other people are saying sell it but dont let any replicas be made but i would think once you sell it you have nothing to do with what they decide to do

[flatheadmaniac]

i agree with most of the guys. get a rep for yourself b4 anyone else all i got to say your choice memories last a lifetime.

[catfishrus]

there is no way i would sell that rack. you have got the deer of a lifetime there. sell some replicas and put him in the books under your name. money cannot buy my lifetime accomplishments from me. i just couldnt do it.

[blindfly69]

not that im tryin to tell you what to do but personally i would allow replicas to be made but man i hunt KY and i know that would be the deer of a lifetime....i wouldnt sell it....but its totally up to you

[squirtspop]

Take the money, have them make you a replica and be darn sure your name is attached to the antlers and not someone elses.

[David Knotts]

I'd make sure it's listed in B&C under my name before I sold it. Who ever you sell it to could get it in the books under their name, and not yours.

I pray that some day I will be able to kill one that big.

[Fishnhuntforever]

That would pay for a whole lot of huntin and fishin trips. I would get my credit and then get the money. Use the money to build some great hunting and fishing memories. When you are older and can't hunt or fish anymore all you have is the memories and those are priceless.

[Little Mac]

Its your buck! Sell it, keep it its up to you. That is a very large achievment, I think if it was me, I would put it in the book, then sale replica's from it. There are alot of big buck shows that record book bucks travel around with. Im almost positive that they are replicas.... and how much do you think it cost to go see your buck? several bucks from your own pocket. you just take your cut up front when you sell a replica. I guess what I am trying to say is... THey will make more off of your buck than you will by outright selling it. by keeping the original this gives you the upper hand .

[blindfly69]

brother either decision you make on the whole deal please keep us posted......that is an amazing deer

[elalr]

Your mount on your wall is nice but your mount on display for more people to see in my opinion is better. as long as it has your name on it. and your name on the check.

[hunter]

Me myself if cabelas or basspro wanted to by it i would sell, but only one replica could be made "mine". If they didn't want the mount i would keep it to myself. I'am sure you have thought long and hard and whatever you decide was ment to be.

[blackhorse83]

Make them give you a replica, and take the money!!

[mandisue13]

Ok, the deer in my avatar has been finished by the taxidermist. He's said a couple people would like a replica mount done of it. Hes not going to do it unless I agree. Also this deer is said to be in the top 30 all time of KY typical bucks and has been officially scored and pronounced a Boone and Crockett buck. He's also told me that Im sitting on a pretty good chunk of change for the antlers. Im pretty tempted to sale this thing if I can get anywhere close to what hes guessing it could go for, 10-20,000. Would you guys allow replica mounts done and would you sale the mount?

what i maybe would do is see how much someone is willing to pay for a replica and then factor in a percentage of the sale that you would keep. like 35% or so. you could keep a replica and sell the real thing "for the right price"!

[katcatchingfool]

just out of curiosity what did the buck score it looks to be an 8 point that would gross around 150 just my guess if it is a 8 point that will score in the bc he would have to be around 170 wouldnt he? just wondering :big_smile:

[derbycitycatman]

Jason its a 10 point, the pic doesnt do the buck justice. I measured it than had an official scorer score it. He measured it at 183 5/8 gross and 178 net.

[KYfarmer]

Sounds like I need to have a few of mine scored I could be sittin on a gold mine!

[michiganwhitetailRLM]

Hey brian! Man that sure is a nice deer bro! I usually hunt state land here in s.e. michigan. They say a deer like that could be the buck of a lifetime. Ide keep the original !!!

[derbycitycatman]

Marty, I had no idea there was that much money in antlers. By the looks of some of your deer Id say your sitting on some change. Its legal to sell them you just have to have the right license or go through someone who does.

[rednecksportsman511]

that is a lot of money. but if i was you id be so proud to have that deer mount, i'd bury it with me. way i look at it, only way i'd ever sell somethin like that is if i was in a real tight spot and in a pinch for money. it would still be hard to sell somethin like that tho.

as for the replicas, i dont know enough about taxidermy, but might as well as long as it doesnt damage the mount