Johnny Blues safari taxidermy progress

[johnnyblues]

You guys are having to much fun with this,lol

We should be having fun... Erik has kept me in the loop constantly during this process. I cant say that about any other taxidermist I have used in the past. Photos, opinions, and input together. He has made this a very enjoyable experience so far. I REALLY look forward to seeing my waterbuck and buffalo pedestal mounts.

 

[BWH]

@johnnyblues when he gets done with you.... he can start on mine.... popcorn ready!!!

 

[johnnyblues]

@johnnyblues when he gets done with you.... he can start on mine.... popcorn ready!!!

Great ! Look forward to seeing pictures.

 

[johnnyblues]

Hey Brad, what is he doing for you?

 

[gizmo]

Not finished but we’re getting there with the waterbuck base.

 

[gizmo]

Okie pokie it’s built. I have to fill the nail holes and do the final staining and ploy coats etc but....

 

[kevin masters]

daaaammmmmmnnnnnn!

 

[johnnyblues]

daaaammmmmmnnnnnn!

Kevin save some for the finished product

 

[gizmo]

 

[gizmo]

Starting the buff base too. Here’s a taste of what’s to come.

 

[CAustin]

Gizmo I really like the Africa cut out with the shield and spears affixed atop. Very cool. Do you make those yourself?

 

[Lee M]

Truly outstanding base! Great combo of skin and Africa/shield. The contrast accents each of them. Well done [emoji1303]

 

[gizmo]

Gizmo I really like the Africa cut out with the shield and spears affixed atop. Very cool. Do you make those yourself?

Yes sir I do everything in the shop myself.

 

[gizmo]

Truly outstanding base! Great combo of skin and Africa/shield. The contrast accents each of them. Well done [emoji1303]

Thank you sir.

 

[johnnyblues]

Guys, I don’t know what to say....I love that pedestal. Honestly came out better than I imagined. I’m chomping at the bit to see my Waterbuck with the habitat on it. The pedestal for the buffalo is going to be very special too.....won’t give it away.

 

[BWH]

Can’t wait to see finished product

 

[cpr0312]

Base looks great!

 

[MAdcox]

Base is awesome. Great work @gizmo

 

[gizmo]

Base is awesome. Great work @gizmo

Thank you

 

[edward]

Okie pokie it’s built. I have to fill the nail holes and do the final staining and ploy coats etc but.... View attachment 233612 View attachment 233613 View attachment 233614

AWESOME,take a 5 min rest.