6 tanning materials from McKenzie Taxidermy Supply.
Form/Mannikin
The go-to deer form for most commercial taxidermists. McKenzie's upright whitetail forms come in a wide range of neck sizes and head positions, with accurate muscle detail carved from rigid urethane foam. Compatible with most standard capes and available in left, right, and straight-ahead turns.
$45 - $120
Form/Mannikin
Built for mule deer with their heavier, wider facial structure. The semi-sneak position gives a natural alert posture that works well for Western species. Anatomically correct ear butts and eye sockets reduce fitting time during mounting.
$55 - $135
Form/Mannikin
Heavy-duty elk form with the thick neck and wide shoulder span these animals require. Each form is sculpted from competition-winning reference, with detailed muscling around the neck and brisket. The backboard mounting system handles the weight without sagging.
$120 - $280
Glass Eye
Competition-grade glass eyes for big game mammals. Each pair is hand-inspected for color consistency and lens clarity. Available for everything from bear to elk to African plains game, with both concave and convex back options depending on the form.
$10 - $30 per pair
Adhesive
Two-part epoxy adhesive designed specifically for bonding tanned hides to urethane foam forms. Sets in about 4 hours at room temperature with strong gap-filling ability. It does not shrink, which prevents separation along seams and around the eyes and nose after the mount dries.
$18 - $45 per kit
Paint
Water-based lacquer paints formulated for airbrush application on fish replicas and habitat work. They spray thin, dry fast, and build color without hiding detail. The color range covers all major freshwater and saltwater species, and they can be mixed to match any reference photo.
$6 - $14 per 2oz bottle