Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Skinning for Life-Size Mounts: Dorsal Cut Part 1 and 2


Part 1-Skinning for Life-Size Mount-This video walks you through the proper way to complete a dorsal cut. This technique will allow you to decide on the final format of your mount when you get home. The dorsal cut method allows you to use the skin for a shoulder, ½ life-size or a full life-size mount. Part 1 will walk you through initial cuts and getting the skin off of the hindquarter up to the chest.

Part 2

Part 2-Skinning for Life-Size Mount-Part 2 will walk you through getting the skin off of the chest, front legs, neck, and removing the head. These how to videos are brought to you by our good friends at Dick’s Taxidermy.

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