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Cape Buffalo cape, worth anything...?

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02 November 2009, 10:30
Idaho Sharpshooter
Cape Buffalo cape, worth anything...?
with the cost of a mount, I think I am going to go with a euro mount. Does my set of hide halves have any serious value?

Rich
02 November 2009, 17:40
Jerry Huffaker
The cape has some value, if you can find a buyer, the backskins do not.


Jerry Huffaker
State, National and World Champion Taxidermist



03 November 2009, 21:51
Idaho Sharpshooter
Ah So! Would any of you be interested in trading making regular leather out of the back half in trade for the front half?

Rich
03 November 2009, 21:59
Jerry Huffaker
Thanks for the offer but I have to many buff capes already.


Jerry Huffaker
State, National and World Champion Taxidermist



26 January 2010, 11:58
Frank Martinez
Hey Rich, have you thought of a leather tan and having items made from the leather?
Frank
28 January 2010, 04:45
sevenmagltd.
I had a client that decided on a euro mount, I had the backhide leather tanned a dark brown. Took a hexagon oak pedestal and used the leather panels for inserts on three sides. Put the buff skull on top the pedestal after it had been cleaned and bleached at about a 30 degree angle. Doesn't take up much room and can really appreciate the bosses. Realy turned out nice!!!
29 January 2010, 07:52
Idaho Sharpshooter
Thanks all of you. My guy is getting it done for a couple of carrying cases.

Rich