I know everybody has their favorite. I see a couple of you noticed this guy in Walla Walla- all I can say is he is the best I have ever seen. I have looked at a ton of taxidermy from national shows and competitions down to every local shop I can find. Some guys do good work, but this guy consistently passes the amazing mark. He has done a pair of harli, Barrows goldeneyes, as well as a complete albino pheasant I shot 2 years ago. Turn around is dependant on time of year. If you drop it off now, expect to pick it up next spring (also helps if you pay him. Amazing how many guys flake on the $$$ when the bird is ready). However, if you can beat the rush, it's quick. He did a deer for me, 3/4 pedistal mount, absolutely love it, and turned it in less than 6 weeks. Had my brothers buck done in the same amount of time. I asked him if he ever competed, and he won the national taxidermy competition in the mid 80's with a drake scaup on a rock. Nothing fancy, just that good. Price is about $200 on ducks and $300 on geese (may have changed, I haven't had anyting done for a couple years). If you are serious about inquiry, send me a PM and I'll give you the name.
