TaxidermyXHoward Barnes Taxidermy
Taxidermist in New London, Missouri
Big Game
Fish
Birds
Small Game
ExoticAbout Howard Barnes Taxidermy
Howard Barnes Taxidermy is a taxidermy studio located in New London, Missouri, established in 1969 as a full-service, family-owned shop.
They focus on preserving hunting trophies with a range of mount styles and personalized, full-time professional service.
Animal Mount Types
big game
- • Deer
fish
birds
small game
- • Fox
exotic
- • African game
Animal Mount Details
They work on big game, small game, birds, fish, and exotic and African game, offering both game heads and full-body pieces.
Available mount styles include shoulder, full-body, European and antler mounts, plus rug mounts and life-size diorama-style displays.
The studio has over 50 years of continuous experience in taxidermy and holds multiple local, state, and national awards.
They emphasize award-winning craftsmanship with meticulous attention to detail and realistic, high-quality presentation.
Pricing & Turnaround
They invite you to call for a free estimate on taxidermy work and any delivery or transport services, and reviews describe pricing as fair and honest.
They keep regular weekday hours with extended availability during Missouri hunting season, but actual project turnaround times can be long due to a noted backlog.
Additional services include rug work, life-size dioramas and commercial-style displays, knife sharpening, chronic wasting disease (CWD) testing, and licensed crating, shipping, and transport of animals and mounts across state lines.
What Customers Say
Reviewers consistently praise the quality and realism of the mounts, calling the work phenomenal, incredible, and outstanding across a wide range of animals.
Customers describe Howard as professional, friendly, and down-to-earth, noting clear communication and saying they would return and recommend the studio.
Reviews mention possible very long wait times and a significant backlog, but customers still report strong satisfaction with the final results.
Find Out More
Howard Barnes Taxidermy operates in New London, Missouri, serving hunters and taxidermy clients in the surrounding region and across the U.S. through its shipping services.
You can call the studio during business hours to discuss your trophy, request an estimate, ask about Missouri deer season regulations, or arrange transport and shipping details.
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