Bases for Pedestals

[LivingTheDream]

I am thinking about getting my next mounts to be pedestals to save wall space. Just wondering if it is possible (or a good idea) to buy the bases stateside if I am getting my taxidermy done in RSA. I was thinking the extra weight and space of bases might run up the shipping costs. Has anyone ever done this? Recommend against doing it and why?

Thanks!

 

[rinehart0050]

Bump. I'm interested in hearing from anyone with experience too.

 

[billc]

I build my own mainly because I do not like the habitat they do on there mounts. There bases are built ok and look good but it would make the crate size go up a bunch. There is a thread under the taxidermy section that shows more of how I did it from start to finish

I even did my own habitat and it was ok for me.

 

[buck wild]

IMHO- I'd have mounts done as wall pedestals which are easily converted into pedestal if you chose. If you get true pedestals mounts done, you will always have to live with them on a base or some really weird wall mounting options if someday you want to hang them. I'd get bases done in States or as suggested build your own. That are not too hard to build especially if you go with a fence post design vs a full wood cabinet approach base.

 

[LivingTheDream]

Yeah I have plenty of time but I'm kicking around different options. I am thinking I can buy the bases here and save a bunch on shipping. That's my idea anyway. I'm thinking a sable and kudu for a pedestal to allow extra flexibility. And just wanted to minimize my shipping costs, since that is a big unknown.

 

[Savage Hunter]

I like building my own.

 

[CAustin]

@LivingTheDream I have even thought of going to an unfinished furniture store and buy furniture like an end table and finishing it myself.

 

[Britt Beck]

Also check some local sawmills if possible. You can get your wood a lot cheaper. Throw it on a planner and done. The beetle kill pine make a beautiful pedestal. Also if possible if you can find them where they just strip the bark, hand sand and stain and that also looks great. I like the knots and inperfections. No matter what you use though it's easier than most think. Also you can build your own habitat just like you want. That's a lot of fun. Good luck

 

[CleRoux]

Here are the stands that I make. All my clients love them as they are made from African wood.

 

[Britt Beck]

Those are very nice. Wonderful work.

 

[LivingTheDream]

@CleRoux very nice!!

You guys are making me look bad by making your own bases! Might be something I consider.

 

[Britt Beck]

Here are a few we have made.

 

[johnnyblues]

Here are a few we have made.

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I LOVE THEM..

 

[johnnyblues]

Mike, what if you do the mount there "pedestal ready" and then have someone like Kanati who's in PA do the pedestal and habitat work.

 

[rinehart0050]

Here are a few we have made.

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Britt- Awesome looking pedestals. I really like that they maintain their natural appearance. Well done!

 

[LivingTheDream]

Mike, what if you do the mount there "pedestal ready" and then have someone like Kanati who's in PA do the pedestal and habitat work.

That's really my question. Can I get the taxidermy done be pedestal ready and have them already in place for when I get my shipment.

 

[Britt Beck]

Thank you very much.

Britt- Awesome looking pedestals. I really like that they maintain their natural appearance. Well done![/QUOTE

 

[Britt Beck]

Britt- Awesome looking pedestals. I really like that they maintain their natural appearance. Well done!

Thank you very much.

 

[Britt Beck]

I LOVE THEM..

Thank you very much.

 

[johnnyblues]

That's really my question. Can I get the taxidermy done be pedestal ready and have them already in place for when I get my shipment.

I think you could. Give your taxidermist a call or call Wes at Kanati.