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Danny Owens - taxidermy training unlimited
TX
•Taxidermy Training Unlimited operates as a video instruction resource, not a firearms dealer. The business distributes instructional DVDs featuring established taxidermists teaching hands-on techniques for the entire taxidermy process.
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Taxidermy Training Unlimited operates as a video instruction resource, not a firearms dealer. The business distributes instructional DVDs featuring established taxidermists teaching hands-on techniques for the entire taxidermy process.
The catalog includes videos organized by subject:
- •Mammals: Life-size coyote mounting, red fox skinning and hide preparation, large and small life-size mammals
- •Birds: Upland game birds, waterfowl including flying mounts (Common Eider, Blue-Winged Teal), and turkey mounting
- •Fish: Cold water species like brown trout, warm water species like smallmouth bass
- •Reptiles: Specialized reptile taxidermy instruction
- •African/Exotics: Game animals and exotic species
- •Habitat & Effects: Water and ice effects, diorama creation, display bases
- •Foundational Skills: Skinning, fleshing, tanning, hide preparation, ear cartilage removal, lip and nostril thinning
- •Finishing Techniques: Casting, carving, painting, detailing, and artificial component work
Videos feature experienced professionals:
Andy Campbell, Brian Harness, Dale Carson, Danny Owens, Frank Kotula, Fred Vanderburgh, Harry Whitehead, Jody Green, Joe Kaiser, Jean Roll, Keith Daniels, Lou Gagliano, Manny Chavez, Page Nethercutt, Ray Hatfield, Randy Nelson, and Randy Life.
| Instructor | Subject | Item # | Price | Runtime |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Randy Nelson | Water & Ice Effects | RN-01 | $25 | 45 min |
| Brian Harness | Life Size Coyote Mounting | BH-06 | $25 | 1 hr 45 min |
| Jean Roll | Red Fox Skinning & Hide Prep | JR-02 | $40 | 3 hrs (2-disc) |
| Page Nethercutt | Flying Common Eider | PN-03 | $40 | 3 hrs 45 min (2-disc) |
| Danny Owens | Standing Turkey Mount | DO-06 | $40 | 2 hrs 45 min (2-disc) |
| Dale Carson | Smallmouth Bass Painting | DC-05 | $25 | 1 hr |
| Dale Carson | Brown Trout Painting | DC-02 | $25 | 1 hr |
| Page Nethercutt | Flying Blue-Winged Teal | PN-02 | $40 | 3 hrs 45 min (2-disc) |
Regional Note: Fish coloration and markings vary by region. The instructors recommend using local reference materials to adapt techniques to species in your specific area.
Instructional content includes:
- •Complete skinning procedures (belly incision, side incision, carcass removal)
- •Fleshing on wire wheels
- •Hide thinning and preparation (lips, nostrils, eyelids, whiskers, foot pads)
- •Ear cartilage removal and preparation
- •Salt and pickle processes
- •Form selection and preparation
- •Wiring wings and legs
- •Foot injection and detail work
- •Artificial component installation (heads, noses, feet)
- •Apoxie sculpting and clay work
- •Airbrush painting techniques and color matching
- •Scale tipping and fine detailing
- •Final assembly and display preparation
- •Habitat creation and diorama techniques
Orders available by phone or mail. DVDs ship based on rates available on their website.
Playback Compatibility: Check their site for supported formats and device compatibility before ordering.
Return Policy: Full details available on their website.
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This is NOT a firearms business. Taxidermy Training Unlimited teaches wildlife preservation and mounting techniques—a completely separate hobby and profession from shooting sports or firearms retail.