Two
   Rivers
      Taxidermy
Hinckley, Minnesota
Welcome to Two Rivers Taxidermy
Minnesota's premium studio for wildlife art and trophy display.
Hunters...

You've got a lot of time and money invested into hunting your trophy.  You don't want to end up with a mount you're not pleased with.  Now which of the many taxidermists do you choose?  Here are a few things you need to know when shopping for a competent taxidermist...

Price-checking through the phone book for the cheapest taxidermist, without examining their work, is not a good idea.  When you do that, you're choosing the taxidermist who uses the cheapest tanning and spends the least amount of time on your mount to bring you that rock-bottom price.  If you want a beautiful mount that will outlast your lifetime, don't shop by price only, but for quality as well.  At Two Rivers, we strive to bring you beautiful, yet affordable mounts.  We also offer opportunities to trade in capes/hides for credit towards your mount.

When shopping for a taxidermist you should know that a great mount begins with a high-quality tanning of the hide.  Beware of any taxidermist who uses a "dry preserve" tanning method.  This is a rub-on tan, the taxidermist does himself, that is very quick and very cheap.  This mount will last about a year and then you will see cracking develop around the eyes, nose, mouth and seem as the hide deteriorates.  A step up from a "dry preserve" would be in-house tanning.  A taxidermist can do his own tanning using tanning oils/degreasers, but unless they have tanning machinery and knowledge of chemistry, it is difficult to match the quality of a commercially tanned hide.  All our hides are commercially tanned, ensuring maximum hide preservation and premium hair/fur luster, by using one of the top tanneries in the country....The Wildlife Gallery in Michigan.

Many people can do taxidermy, maybe even your buddy, but not many have the ability to create art and make your trophy look as alive and fresh as the day you shot it.   Our level of artistry and attention to detail, not our prices, are what set Two Rivers apart from your average taxidermist.  Visit Two Rivers' showroom and we won't get nervous if you closely examine our mounts on display.  Our mounts are symetrical in the face and ears.   Our eyes aren't "sleepy" looking, but alive and alert.  Our nostrils are deep and nose pads detailed.  Each seem is hidden underneath the sleak and smooth hair of our commercially tanned hides.  Put our work to the test and you'll be impressed!

Lastly, realize that 30 years from now, what's going to matter to you more?...that you have a stunning mount that still impresses your friends, or that 30 years ago you saved a few bucks?  Remember...

"The bitternes of poor quality remains long after
the sweetness of lost cost is forgotten."








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