Category Archives: Services

Dry and Wet Tanning

Dry and Wet Tanning
Whether you choose to have your hides dry or wet tanned is merely a matter of preference.  Our stretch is optimal with either method.  However, each type of tanning has a different preparation process before mounting.   With dry tanning:  When relaxing skins, add 4 oz of salt, or one handful, per gallon of water.…
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Fleshing and Salting

Fleshing and Salting
For an extra fee we offer full service which includes: fleshing and salting, splitting the eyes, nose and ears.  Just mail us your frozen hides (Mondays are best with no longer than a 2 day transit time), mark the outside of your box with the word "Frozen". When your frozen hides arrive we will promptly…
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Taxidermy Tools

Taxidermy Tools
Our subsidiary, True-Cut Tool, Inc. is located on the tannery premises.  We manufacture taxidermy tools such as the S&S Fleshing Machine, tungsten sharpening steels, new blades and also offer regrinding services. Visit www.fleshingmachine.com for more details.
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In the Eyes of a Tanner – Part 4

In the Eyes of a Tanner - Part 4   In parts 1, 2 and 3, I have spelled out for you some very important information that if used, I feel will result in less rejections of your skins and a much better return on the “hunter's and the taxidermist's investment.”   Feel free to…
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