Deer Antler Mounting Kits and Supplies For Sale

Shop through our wide choice of deer antler mounting kits here on this page. You’ll find mounting kits made for antlers of all kinds available at some of the lowest prices on the market. Our listings come straight from the world’s largest marketplace, eBay. This not only allows us to offer you a tremendous selection but it also helps protect you as a buyer. If you don’t see the kit you’re looking for (which is unlikely), visit back with us, as we are constantly being updated with new listings of deer antler mounting kits.

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What Are Deer Antler Mounting Kits?

Deer Antler Mounting Kit

If you’re looking to show off the antlers of a trophy buck you got on your last hunting trip but don’t want to pay the expensive price tag a taxidermist costs, a deer antler mounting kit might be just the alternative you need. Taxidermists can charge more than $500 for a single mounted buck, and while they may look great, it’s just too expensive for most of us average Joes to have this done on every buck we bring home. That’s where deer antler mounting kits come in. Simply put, these kits are do-it-yourself antler mounting kits that allow you to show off your prized antlers on a beautiful hanging plaque.

It’s important to note that most deer antler mounting kits are only designed to fit the antlers. If you want an actual stuffed deer head, you’ll have to cough up several hundred dollars to have a professional taxidermist mount it for you. On the other hand, if you want a fast and effective way to show off some of your antlers without breaking the bank, then a simple mounting kit is all you need. Best of all, mounting kits are easy enough so that anyone can use them, regardless of past experience.

How Deer Antler Mounting Kits Work

Different deer antler mounting kits work in different ways, which is why it’s important to carefully read the instructions on how to use them. Most, though, work with the same basic principle — You drill holes into the prepared antlers and connect them to the provided plaque (usually by screws), followed by covering the base with the velvet-covered skull cap. Some mounting kits come with paper mache to help fill in the space around the skull cap. Once you’re done, hang it up on your wall and you now have a perfect way to show off your trophy antlers. Sorry if you were expecting more than that, but that’s basically it!

Deer Antler Mounting Tips

  • Make sure you’ve removed all the debris and excess tissue from the antlers and skull plate. You can do this by boiling the antlers in a large pot of water with a small bit of salt added for a couple of minutes and letting them dry. This will also kill any dangerous bacteria that could be lurking on them. Be warned though, boiling antlers indoors can produce an unpleasant smell. After the antlers have dried, you can use a wire brush to help remove debris and sandpaper to smooth the tips out a bit. You can learn more about cleaning deer antlers here.
  • You don’t want to look at your antler mount and see crooked antlers hanging on the wall. Align the antlers up so they are as level as possible. If judging with your eyes isn’t good enough, a laser level can help you do this. Remember, there’s no easy way to adjust the antlers after they’re mounted, so make sure they’re even before securing them.
  • Some people use a small amount of peroxide or bleach to whiten and sterilize the antlers. It’s safe, effective, and bottles of hydrogen peroxide only cost about $1 buck a piece.
  • Use a hacksaw to trim the skull plate to fit properly if needed.

Deer antler mounting kits are a great way to display the antlers you’ve acquired over the years. They’re easy to use, cost-efficient, and fun to show off to your friends and family. If you’re interested in creating your own, visit this site for deer antler mounting instructions. They offer a step-by-step guide on how to mount your own deer antlers from start to finish.

Deer Antler Mounting Video

This video shows how you can mount your own deer antlers in about half an hour and with a budget of $35.