Shoulder Mount pose for rutting mule deer suggestions

[2rocky]

i like hearing suggestions from folks on what shoulder mounts show off varios attributes of deer the best..

The buck I killed the first week of November was a big bodied Canadian Mountain bruiser with lots of mass.



Give me some ideas of poses you think would do this ol'boy justice....

 

[Rack Daniels]

Looking left, no doubt

 

[geetar]

I'm gonna agree with @rackdaniels that thing has a dagger on the right. Awesome buck.

 

[Caseknife]

Awesome buck, full sneak, left turn

 

[golfer]

Do a floor pedestal. You can move it around and your not stuck to one look.

 

[bigsky2]

That buck would make a cool Euro.

 

[Hunting Wife]

Gotta show off that passenger side. Really cool unique buck. Pedestal or one of those wall pedestals with a hard turn might look good.

Congratulations.

 

[Nick87]

Im just gonna throw it out there that buck would look cool as a euro.

 

[Jbaldwin40]

Hard left turn. Can be pedestal or hung on wall

 

[Forkyfinder]

Looking left.

 

[golfer]

That buck would make a cool Euro.

I’d second this idea. Last one I put on a floor pedestal. Wish it woulda been a euro.

 

[BAKPAKR]

I think it would be pretty neat if you had your buck and your dad’s buck mounted on a pedestal together.

 

[2rocky]

Oak posted one looking right that i think would be cool as a lefty

Wall pedestals are really nice. This hard right turn is one of my favorite deer mounts, but it only works in certain hanging locations. Hard to tell from the photos but it’s not 90°.

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[2rocky]

Hard left turn. Can be pedestal or hung on wall
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got a form company and name?

 

[2rocky]

The AI response on google i thought was interesting....

For a heavy-racked mule deer buck with a natural left turn, poses that emphasize the size and sweep of the antlers are most complementary. The most effective options are the semi-sneak offset left turn and a wall pedestal mount.

Recommended Forms and Poses

• Semi-Sneak, Offset Left Turn: This is often considered one of the best poses for showcasing a heavy, wide rack, especially in rooms with standard or lower ceilings.
  • Why it works: The head is lowered slightly below the shoulder line, which makes the antlers look larger and more dominant by tilting them up for a better view from a standing position. The "offset" turn directs the head further into the room, ensuring the full spread and depth of the antlers are visible rather than being obscured by the wall.
  • Ear Position: Combining this with one ear forward and one ear back can add a natural, alert, or curious expression to the mount.
  • Placement: This pose works well on an 8-foot wall where you will be looking at it straight on or slightly down.
• Wall Pedestal Mount, Semi-Upright or Semi-Sneak Left Turn: Wall pedestals are an excellent choice for trophy mounts as they offer a more dramatic and three-dimensional display than a standard shoulder mount.
  • Why it works: The pedestal style naturally draws the eye to the head and rack, and the left turn ensures the best side of the antlers is presented prominently. It allows the taxidermist more flexibility in positioning the mount on the wall so that the antlers are not crammed against a corner.
• Upright Left Turn (if hanging high): If the mount is going to be displayed high on a wall (over nine feet), a traditional upright or semi-upright pose can work well. this is a no for me....
  • Why it works: When viewed from below, an upright mount ensures you are not looking primarily at the chin. A slight chin tuck with an upright form can also enhance the appearance of the rack.

Key Consideration
The primary goal is to display the unique characteristics and sweep of the heavy rack. A good taxidermist will work with you to choose the form that best highlights these features while also considering the final placement in your home to maximize visibility.

 

[Jbaldwin40]

got a form company and name?

Research Mannikins.
Lancaster Specialty Pose

 

[Jbaldwin40]

Research Mannikins.
Lancaster Specialty Pose

Weickum’s Mule Deer Hard Left​

It is not the lancaster series but Weickum

 

[Steiny77]

I like the head down in the "semi sneak" position like when they are dogging a doe.