My South African trophies that I bagged in July of 2003 just arrived and we opened the crate this morning. Yes a USDA inspector was on hand for the event.

All five of my animals was beautifully packed away and in excellent condition per testimony from my taxidermist in North Platte, Nebraska. The hides and horns and skulls was in perfect condition for tanning and mounting. My taxidermist was highly approving of the condition of everything. He even commented that the crate they was shipped in was the best he'd ever seen.......and this guy has mounted animals for some really famous folks.....

My thanks to Brian Seady of Two Rivers Safari's of Port Elizabeth RSA for using the services of Hunters & Collectors cc run by Kevin and Basil Boucher (also of Port Elizabeth)

I have been totally impressed with the entire trip and everyone I've done business with.

At this juncture, I'd be fully willing to have the taxidermy done by Kevin and Basil as well...that's their business....but I had made other arrangements prior to the trip.

I'm also very happy with Johnson's Taxidermy of North Platte NE for all they've done for me. They are also custom's agents!!

I know some folks have posted their dissatisfaction with their trophy handling but I believe praise should be posted as well.

I'm one very happy hunter.