1/8 turn to the right: If you were to stand directly in front of a shoulder or pedestal mount trophy that has an 1/8 of a turn to the right, its head will be turned very slightly (± 12 ° from the centerline) to the right from the trophy’s perspective. The animal would then be looking very slightly to your left side.

¼ turn to the right: If you were to stand directly in front of a shoulder or pedestal mount trophy that has an ¼ of a turn to the right, its head will be turned slightly (± 23 ° from the centerline) to the right from the trophy’s perspective. The animal would then be looking slightly to your left side.

½ turn to the right: If you were to stand directly in front of a shoulder or pedestal mount trophy that has an ½ of a turn to the right, its head will be turned strongly (± 45 ° from the centerline) to the right from the trophy’s perspective. The animal would then be looking strongly to your left side. A ½ turn is usually not desirable on many of the species.

SHOULDER OR PEDESTAL MOUNTS WITH AN 1/8, ¼ OR A ½ TURN TO THE LEFT 

1/8 turn to the left: If you were to stand directly in front of a shoulder or pedestal mount trophy that has an 1/8 of a turn to the left, its head will be turned very slightly (± 12 ° from the centerline) to the left from the trophy’s perspective. The animal would then be looking very slightly to your right side.

¼ turn to the left: If you were to stand directly in front of a shoulder or pedestal mount trophy that has an ¼ of a turn to the left, its head will be turned slightly (± 23 ° from the centerline) to the left from the trophy’s perspective. The animal would then be looking slightly to your right side.

½ turn to the left: If you were to stand directly in front of a shoulder or pedestal mount trophy that has an ½ of a turn to the left, its head will be turned strongly (± 45 ° from the centerline) to the left from the trophy’s perspective. The animal would then be looking strongly to your right side.   A ½ turn is usually not desirable on many of the species

Wall Pedistal Mounts

A right turn looking straight put simply means that the left shoulder of the animal is against the wall and the animal is looking straight out from the wall (90º turn) Therefore, if you were to stand directly in front of the animal it would be looking straight at you.

⅛ turn to the right: If you were to stand directly in front of a wall pedestal trophy that is a ⅛ turn to the right, the animal would then be looking over your left shoulder, its head turned very slightly away from the center.(as if the animal might want to ‘look behind’ itself)

¼ turn to the right: If you were to stand directly in front of a wall pedestal trophy that is a ¼ turn to the right, the animal would then be looking over your left shoulder, its head turned slightly away from the center, but a more pronounced turn.(as if the animal might want to ‘look behind’ itself)

½ turn to the right: If you were to stand directly in front of a wall pedestal trophy that is a ½ turn to the right, the animal would then be looking over your left shoulder, its head turned quite extremely away from the center.(as if the animal might want to ‘look behind’ itself)

⅛ turn to the left: If you were to stand directly in front of a wall pedestal trophy that is a ⅛ turn to the left, the animal would then be looking over your right shoulder, its head turned very slightly away from the center. as if the animal might want to look ahead)

¼ turn to the left: If you were to stand directly in front of a wall pedestal trophy that is a ¼ turn to the left, the animal would then be looking over your right shoulder, its head turned slightly away from the center, but a more pronounced turn.(as if the animal might want to look ahead)

½ turn to the left: If you were to stand directly in front of a wall pedestal trophy that is a ½ turn to the left, the animal would then be looking over your right shoulder, its head turned quite extremely away from the center.(as if the animal might want to look ahead)

A left turn looking straight put simply means that the right shoulder of the animal is against the wall and the animal is looking straight out from the wall (90º turn) Therefore, if you were to stand directly in front of the animal it would be looking straight at you.

 ⅛ turn to the right: If you were to stand directly in front of a wall pedestal trophy that is a ⅛ turn to the right, the animal would then be looking over your left shoulder, its head turned very slightly away from the center.(as if the animal might want to look ahead)

¼ turn to the right: If you were to stand directly in front of a wall pedestal trophy that is a ¼ turn to the right, the animal would then be looking over your left shoulder, its head turned slightly away from the center, but a more pronounced turn.(as if the animal might want to look ahead)

½ turn to the right: If you were to stand directly in front of a wall pedestal trophy that is a ½ turn to the right, the animal would then be looking over your left shoulder, its head turned its head turned quite extremely away from the center.(as if the animal might want to look ahead)

⅛ turn to the left: If you were to stand directly in front of a wall pedestal trophy that is a ⅛ turn to the left, the animal would then be looking over your right shoulder, its head turned very slightly away from the center. (as if the animal might want to ‘look behind’ itself)

¼ turn to the left: If you were to stand directly in front of a wall pedestal trophy that is a ¼ turn to the left, the animal would then be looking over your right shoulder, its head turned slightly away from the center, but a more pronounced turn.(as if the animal might want to ‘look behind’ itself)

½ turn to the left: If you were to stand directly in front of a wall pedestal trophy that is a ½ turn to the left, the animal would then be looking over your right shoulder, its head turned its head turned quite extremely away from the center (as if the animal might want to ‘look behind’ itself)

Skull mounts are sometimes referred to as European mounts, western skull mounts, or western mounts. They are a large portion of taxidermy work. Only the skull of the animal is displayed, which will have horns, antlers, or nothing attached to the skull depending on the animal. The mount does not take up much room because of the lack of neck and hide.

The traditional method of removing muscle and other flesh tissue leaving only the clean skull is boiling the entire head of the animal. This method was the first to be used in skull mounting; it is inexpensive, can produce a finished product in a day or less, and can be done with few supplies that can be found in any grocery or general supplies store.

Using dermestidae beetles to eat away flesh is a modern method of cleaning the skulls for skull mounts and is increasing in popularity.

Game skin tanning and taxidermy is not only an art it is the also a way of life - a South African Tradition. The owner and employees of Joe Regal Taxidermy take pride in many years of service to the South African and International Hunting community. Our team of tanners are highly trained to ensure the best quality tanned hides for a lasting memory and keepsake from the unique experience of an African Safari or hunting trip. In addition to the tanning of game skins we are qualified Taxidermists and offer the best quality Hunting Trophy Mounts - a true art and skill that we take pride in. Joe Regal Taxidermy's owner has hunted since childhood and understands the importance of a beautifully preserved and processed game hide or trophy