Brian Knight Taxidermy handles your hunting memories like they matter—because they do. This is a taxidermist who's won state, national, and world awards, and his work shows it. He's been doing this for over 40 years in Akron, and people keep coming back because his mounts look genuinely alive. CWD C...
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Brian Knight Taxidermy handles your hunting memories like they matter—because they do. This is a taxidermist who's won state, national, and world awards, and his work shows it. He's been doing this for over 40 years in Akron, and people keep coming back because his mounts look genuinely alive.
CWD Certified and equipped to handle everything from deer to exotic animals. His reputation is built on one thing: attention to detail. Multiple customers mention that when you put one of his mounts next to work from another taxidermist, his immediately stands out.
"Brian has mounted all of my deer. I will not go elsewhere! The quality and likeness to real life is unmatched." — Jeremy C
Makes custom deer and duck calls from exotic woods, epoxy resins, and antler inlays. Multiple wood types and color options available. These aren't mass-produced—they're handmade pieces that hunters use and display.
His trophy case speaks for itself:
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 2025 | State Champion Whitetail (Open Mouth) |
| 2025 | People's Choice Whitetail |
| 2013 | McKenzie Award Best Whitetail |
| 2013 | UTS Artisan Award |
| 2010 | National Champion Masters Whitetail |
| 2010 | Joseph Buchanan Memorial Award (highest scoring whitetail) |
| 2010 | Highest Scoring Piece of Show |
| 2011 | 3rd Place World Taxidermy Show Masters Division |
Don't wait until after the hunt. Contact Brian before you bring in your trophy. Proper handling and quick delivery to the taxidermist makes a real difference in the final result. The way you skin and care for the animal matters.
If you're bringing in a deer, here's what matters: - Don't cut up the neck — this is critical for shoulder mounts - Get it to the taxidermist as soon as possible for best preservation - Call ahead and discuss your vision before you hunt, not after
2251 North Medina Line Rd Akron, OH 44333
Appointments required. Call or email to discuss your project, pricing, and timeline.
"The attention to detail and craftmanship that was put into the mount is far and above what I ever could have anticipated. Brian brought the animal back to life for me." — D.M.
"Brian's attention to details is what sets him apart. Put one of his mounts next to another from someone else and his will stand out how good he is." — David Haramis
"There is a reason he has won so many awards! His work is absolutely incredible and is second to none." — Tim Coffman
"I've had many deer heads mounted over the years by different taxidermists. Brian Knight's Taxidermy has been far superior to any taxidermist I have used in the past." — Rob VanZandt
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