Sayers Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Coal City, Illinois

(815) 735-20206895 E McArdle Rd, Coal City, IL 60416View on Yelp

About Sayers Taxidermy

Sayers Taxidermy is based in Coal City, Illinois, a growing community in Grundy County located just south of the Chicagoland metro area. The region offers a mix of agricultural land and river-bottom habitat that produces solid whitetail deer and a variety of small game. Hunters across the area have access to a local studio without the drive into the suburbs. Give Sayers a call at (815) 735-2020 to get started.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Sayers Taxidermy handles the most in-demand work for Illinois hunters, starting with whitetail deer shoulder mounts that involve careful cape preparation, ear turning, and meticulous finish work around the facial features. Full body mounts for coyote, fox, and other predators are well suited to this part of Illinois given the abundant small game population. Fish mounting, skull cleaning with maceration or beetle colony methods, and antler mounting on finished plaques give customers multiple ways to display their harvests.

Service Area

Sayers Taxidermy serves Coal City and the surrounding Grundy County communities, including Braidwood, Wilmington, and Godley. The shop is also convenient for hunters coming out of the Will County area to the northeast. It's a solid local option for anyone who wants to avoid driving into the crowded Chicago suburbs for taxidermy work.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to skin a deer for a shoulder mount?
For a shoulder mount, you'll want to cut behind the front legs and around the body, then carefully skin forward toward the head. It's usually better to leave more cape than you think you need, since a taxidermist can trim excess but can't replace missing hide.
Does Sayers Taxidermy do skull cleaning?
Skull cleaning is a popular service in Illinois deer country, producing a clean European-style display without the cost of a full mount. Methods vary by studio but commonly include maceration, beetle colonies, or boiling, each leaving the bone in different condition.
Can I have a mount shipped to me instead of picking it up?
Some taxidermists offer shipping, though it adds cost and carries some risk of damage for larger pieces. For a finished deer shoulder mount, local pickup is almost always the preferred and safest option.
How do I hang a finished shoulder mount safely on my wall?
Most finished mounts come with a hanging bracket built into the back of the form. You'll want to find a wall stud or use an appropriate anchor rated for the weight of the mount, which can run 15 to 25 pounds depending on the form size.
Do taxidermists in Illinois get busy during certain seasons?
Absolutely. The November and December deer season creates the biggest rush, with many shops seeing the majority of their yearly deer drop-offs in a six-week window. If you harvest early in the season, getting your animal in quickly can mean a shorter wait time.
What do I do if I'm not happy with my finished mount?
Talk directly with the taxidermist before you leave the shop. Most professionals will address legitimate concerns about finish work, eye placement, or form fit before you take the mount home. Clear communication at drop-off about your expectations reduces the chances of disappointment at pickup.

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