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Trophy Care & Aftercare
Practical care tips before and after taxidermy: field care, cape/horn/skull handling, unpacking, humidity control, cleaning, and long-term maintenance.


WHY DO TROPHEX DRILL SMALL HOLES IN ANTELOPE HORNS - AND WHY IT MATTERS FOR YOUR TROPHY.
Every single year , we at Trophex get thousands of trophies - not hundreds . Having spent decades working hands-on with African game, we've learned all the ways that things can go pear-shaped when you're dealing with large volumes of skulls and horns, as they clean, dip, pack and ship them off. Our number one priority is pretty straightforward: your horns get to you in one piece with the right ones that go with your trophy, and Your horns arrive overseas in good nick, withou

Bertus Steenkamp
Feb 126 min read


How to Take Care of Your Taxidermy Mounts: A Guide to Preserving South African Hunting Trophies
If you’ve returned from a South African safari with a majestic kudu, a sleek springbok, or an imposing Cape buffalo mounted by a skilled taxidermist, you’ll want to keep that trophy looking as stunning as the day you brought it home. Proper care is key to ensuring these prized pieces don’t fade, deteriorate, or lose their lifelike charm. Here’s a comprehensive guide on what to do—and what to avoid—to maintain your South African taxidermy mounts for years to come. What Is Taxi

Bertus Steenkamp
Mar 5, 20254 min read


Guide to Cleaning and Treating Horns on Taxidermy Mounts
Taxidermy mounts may bring beauty and character to any room, but in order to maintain their finest appearance, they need to be properly cared for and maintained. In this article, we'll go over some advice for caring for a taxidermy mount's horns and cleaning taxidermy mounts. Taxidermy Mount Cleaning: Dusting: Use a soft-bristled brush or towel to gently dust your mount in the beginning. This will assist in clearing away any loose dirt or debris without harming the mount. Vac

Bertus Steenkamp
Mar 6, 20232 min read
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