Precision Tanning

Taxidermist in Farwell, Michigan

(616) 292-57528192 N Winn Rd, Farwell, MI 48622View on Yelp

About Precision Tanning

Precision Tanning is located in Farwell, Michigan, a small community in Clare County that sits at the heart of the northern lower peninsula's hunting region. Clare County and its neighbors are well known for whitetail deer, black bear, and small game, making quality hide preservation and taxidermy services a genuine need in the area. The name signals a focus on tanning and hide work, which is a foundational skill that sets quality taxidermy apart from mediocre work. For hunters who want their trophies preserved properly from the ground up, starting with expert tanning makes a real difference in the finished mount's longevity.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Precision Tanning's core strength lies in hide and skin preservation, which is the foundation of any quality mount. Properly tanned hides resist shrinkage, won't crack with age, and hold their color far longer than poorly preserved skins. Beyond tanning, the studio handles shoulder mounts and full-body work for the deer, bear, and coyote that hunters commonly take in the Clare County area. Rug mounts for black bear, which are a popular request from hunters who access the Upper Peninsula or the northern lower peninsula's bear zones, are a natural fit for a studio with serious tanning expertise.

Service Area

Precision Tanning serves Farwell and Clare County, along with hunters from Isabella, Osceola, and Gladwin counties who bring their trophies in for hide work and mounting. The central lower peninsula location makes it a reasonable drive for sportsmen from a broad stretch of Michigan's productive hunting country. Customers from the northern lower peninsula also make the trip south for specialized tanning services.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between a wet tan and a dry tan for deer hides?
A wet tan leaves the hide soft and pliable, which is what most taxidermists prefer for mounting because it stretches and conforms to the form more easily. A dry tan produces a stiffer hide that works well for rugs or decorative wall hides where flexibility isn't as critical.
Can I bring in just a hide for tanning without a full mount?
Yes, hide-only tanning is a common service for hunters who want to preserve a skin as a decorative piece or for future use. You'll want to flesh the hide as thoroughly as possible before bringing it in, or ask the studio if they offer fleshing as an additional service.
Do you handle black bear mounts and rugs?
Bear rugs are one of the most requested items from hunters who take bears in Michigan's northern zones or the Upper Peninsula. The process involves careful hide preparation, quality tanning, and detailed finishing of the head and paws to create a display-quality piece.
How important is tanning quality to the final mount?
Tanning is arguably the most critical step in the entire process because a poorly preserved hide will shrink, crack, and deteriorate no matter how good the form work and finishing are. Investing in quality tanning is the best way to ensure your mount still looks great 20 years from now.
What animals are most commonly mounted in the Clare County area?
Whitetail deer shoulder mounts are by far the most common request, followed by black bear rugs for hunters who access bear zones in northern Michigan. Turkey fans and small predator mounts like coyote are also regularly requested items.
How do I prepare a deer cape properly before bringing it in?
Cape the deer by cutting around the body behind the front legs and peeling the hide forward over the head, being careful around the ears, eyes, and lips. Remove as much flesh and fat as possible, then either bring the cape in immediately or freeze it flat in a sealed bag.

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