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- Overall Grade: Premier
- Common Name: Mule Deer
- Latin Name: Odocoileus hemionus
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Description of Taxidermy For Sale
For sale, we have a wonderful Mule Deer taxidermy shoulder mount, posed in a semi-upright position looking to the viewers right. This buck features a stunning hide, astounding hair, and a great set of antlers that earn an SCI Silver Medal with a score of 166 6/8".All of this, combined with the masterful taxidermy craftsmanship, makes this piece perfect for a cabin or office!All applicable measurements and dimensions are provided to help ensure this item will fit within your intended space, as well as meet expectations regarding the item's featured attribute sizes, scores, etc.
- This Mule Deer exceeds the Safari Club International Silver Medal trophy book score requirement.
- This item has a hanger fastened to the back.
- The item will hang on a properly anchored drywall screw.
- This piece is perfect for a cabin!
Animal description
About the Mule Deer (Odocoileus hemionus)
The Mule Deer (Odocoileus hemionus) is one of the more commonly recognized animals in all of North America. The male mule deer is often referred to as a 'Buck" and can grow to 300 lbs producing antlers that are fully grown and shed once each year. The antlers they produce differ from the whitetail deer, with two 'forks' on each side being the most common growth pattern, totaling 8 points. Mule deer are hunted in most western areas of the United States, with trophy-class antlered males being the most desirable. Their habitat includes everything from the open prairie to mountainous terrain and wooded forests, making them extremely adaptable to various surroundings. Mule deer have a specialized stomach that allows them to eat plants, shoots, and grass for nutrition.
Item Specification
Depth: 28"
Height: 41"
Width: 27"
Weight: 20 lbs
Main Beam Length (L): 21 4/8"
Main Beam Length (R): 19 2/8"
G1/T1 Tine (L): 3 3/8"
G1/T1 Tine (R): 3 6/8"
G2/T2 Tine (L): 16 4/8"
G2/T2 Tine (R): 17 6/8"
G3/T3 Tine (L): 8 7/8"
G3/T3 Tine (R): 8 7/8"
G4/T4 Tine (L): 9 0/8"
G4/T4 Tine (R): 10 0/8"
H1/C1 Circum. (L): 4 2/8"
H1/C1 Circum. (R): 3 6/8"
H2/C2 Circum. (L): 3 7/8"
H2/C2 Circum. (R): 3 7/8"
H3/C3 Circum. (L): 3 2/8"
H3/C3 Circum. (R): 3 3/8"
H4/C4 Circum. (L): 3 6/8"
H4/C4 Circum. (R): 4 1/8"
Outside Spread: 20 4/8"
Inside Spread: 17 5/8"
Tip to Tip Spread: 13 0/8"
Gross Score (Decimal): 166.75"
SCI Score (Fractional): 166 6/8"
B&C Score (Fractional): 160 7/8"
Score classes
Record Book Score Classes for the Mule Deer (Odocoileus hemionus)
Safari Club International
Standard
Gold - 179 5/8"
Silver - 165 6/8"
Bronze - 155 0/8"
GoldNT- 211 4/8"
SilverNT- 193 1/8"
BronzeNT- 163 0/8"
Bow
Gold - 171 7/8"
Silver - 158 5/8"
Bronze - 138 0/8"
GoldNT- 207 1/8"
SilverNT- 193 7/8"
BronzeNT- 163 0/8"
Boone &Crocket
Standard
All-Time - 190 0/8"
Awards - 180 0/8"
All-TimeNT- 230 0/8"
AwardsNT- 215 0/8"
Pope &Young
Bow
Minimum - 145 0/8"
Minimum NT - 170 0/8"
Rowland Ward
Standard
N/A
Scores with NT represent Non-Typical Scores ~ All other scores displayed are Typical Scores
Grade Certificate
Each item we sell comes with its own Grade & Specifications Certificate (GSC)
Grading each item based on it's overall characteristics helps assist clients by taking the guess work out of choosing the right quality taxidermy piece to meet their needs. We assign grades to each item based on our 40+ years of experience in the taxidermy industry. From serious world class specimen collectors to first time buyers, we can help you find just the right item to meet your needs!
The Specifications of each item, including dimensions and unique characteristics, are recorded on each GSC Card. We include the Depth, Height, Width and Weight of every item when possible. We also include other features such as horn and antler length (when applicable) as well as any other key attributes and descriptions to better identify each items unique characteristics. Below is a sample GSC card. The Specifications and Grade information are provided in each listing.
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We pack and ship all of our items with a dedication to safe and secure transit, and over 40 years of taxidermy-shipping experience, utilizing innovative new ways to pack your order in a wooden crate, ensuring it arrives to you in the exact same conditon that it left our store.
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When the shipment arrives, it is the CUSTOMERS responsibilty to have either a forklift or enough strong helping hands available to unload the item from the back of a semi truck to the ground and then to its final destination.
For an additional fee, we can arrange to have a semi truck trailer that is equipped with a lift gate that will lower the crate to the ground. This service ONLY lowers the crate off of the semi truck to the ground, it DOES NOT provide service to move the crate from the spot it is unloaded into your house or business. This lift gate service can be of great help to those that do not have access to a forklift or small crew of people to assist in lifting/lowering the crate to the ground. If you would like this option, you MUST contact our store for a shipping quote that includes this liftgate service.
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| We developed the world's first Taxidermy Grading System to help our clients take the guess-work out of choosing the right quality taxidermy piece. Divided into seven categories, our system is the most trusted in the Industry, backed by 100+ years of combined Taxidermy Expertise among our employees. |
| Grades are assigned to each item based on our knowledge of the industry as a whole, starting back in 1969. From serious world-class specimen collectors to first time buyers, we can help you find just the right item to meet your needs! |
| We grade each item based on its collective overall characteristics, including the following: horn/antler size, hair condition, skin integrity, coloration, and trophy size. Taxidermy criteria studied includes: anatomical accuracy, expression & pose, components used in fabrication, preservation methods and overall taxidermy quality. Each category, when present, is carefully considered before a grade is assigned and recorded on the item's individual Grade & Specifications Certificate (GSC). |
World Class™ In order to achieve our highest and most prestigious ranking, the item listed must pass inspection as the finest example of its type. Virtually no imperfections will be seen in this category. Quick Overview: - Taxidermy quality will be world-class / museum ready. Recommendation: The World Class category is set aside for the serious collector or decorator who require the highest tier of products available. World Class items can stand alone as a centerpiece in any museum exhibit or taxidermy showcase. Choose this category when you require nothing less than, quite literally, the best of the best. |
Elite™ Items listed in the Elite category are some of the highest quality products available in the market. The Elite ranking demands paramount quality, with only the slightest naturally occurring imperfections tolerated. Quick Overview: - Taxidermy quality is Elite, showing fine detail in craftsmanship. Recommendation: This category is ideal for the refined collector or decorator looking for a top quality, premium item that is sure to be the centerpiece of any room or collection. Our most fastidious collectors often build their collections with items ranked Premier or higher. |
Premier™ Items listed in the Premier category are very high quality products available in the market. The Premier ranking demands fantastic quality, with only a few naturally occurring imperfections tolerated. Quick Overview: - Taxidermy quality is Premier, showing great detail in craftsmanship. Recommendation: This category is ideal for the refined collector or decorator looking for a top quality, premium item that is sure to be the centerpiece of any room or collection. Our most fastidious collectors often build their collections with items ranked Premier or higher. |
Excellent™ Items listed in this category are sure to meet or surpass the quality of common products found in the popular market. Typically, only small, natural imperfections like scars or blemishes will be tolerated in this category. Quick Overview: - Taxidermy quality is Excellent, with great attention to detail. Recommendation: This category is ideal for the collector or decorator looking for a high quality item without the premium price tag. This is one of our most popular categories and comes with our highest recommendation for the typical decorator or collector. |
Nice™ Items ranked in this category are some of the most common items found in the market. These products will display good quality with just a few imperfections, scars, or range marks. Quick Overview: - Taxidermy quality is average and common throughout the marketplace. Recommendation: This category is ideal for the collector or decorator looking for one of the best quality-to-price ratios we offer. Choose this category (or higher) for your weekend cabin, restaurant, man-cave or business. This is one of our most popular categories. |
Fair™ If ranked in this category, the item may have several naturally occurring flaws and/or imperfections, but still maintains good overall integrity and craftsmanship. Quick Overview: - Taxidermy quality is below average, but still maintains integrity. Recommendation: This category is ideal for the collector or decorator looking for the best possible price while still getting a fair overall quality mount. The fair grade ranking should not deter any collector or decorator from a one-of-a-kind piece. |
Vintage™ To be ranked in this category, the item will have a vintage styling. Vintage items should not be assumed as poor, as these items may have previously been higher in quality. Components used in fabrication will also be of vintage or retro style. Quick Overview: - Taxidermy work is vintage or retro styled and varies in overall appearance. Recommendation: The vintage classification usually refers to the product's age, not necessarily its quality. These pieces are ideal for the vintage collector with an eye for a unique or one-of-a-kind piece. The classic look and retro appearance of vintage items have made this category increasingly popular among our clients. |
We do everything we can to ensure that the item you are purchasing has been listed accurately, honestly, and with several high-quality photographs.
- We include all dimensional measurements (length, width, weight, etc) to ensure that the item you are intending to purchase will fit into your desired display space.
- We package and ship your item with a commitment to safe transit and over 40 years of taxidermy-shipping experience.
- Even if you receive an item that was listed correctly but simply doesn’t fit your intended space (or isn’t what you were expecting) you can request a money back refund, OR exchange the item for a product of equal or lesser value.
- Please contact us before you return an item, as we may be able to resolve the issue, or aid in any logistics related to returning an item that may be more difficult to properly package.
- See our Return Policy for any additional information.
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