TaxidermyXTaxidermist in Frederick, Pennsylvania
Twisted Racks Skull Cleaning LLC is a taxidermy studio located in Frederick, Pennsylvania that focuses on skull cleaning and European mount work for hunters in Southeastern Pennsylvania and surrounding areas.
Founded by life-long hunters Scott Schiel and Donnie Swoyer, the studio offers European mounts, pack mounts, and custom skull-based trophy displays using dermestid beetle cleaning and thorough degreasing.
They position their skull-focused work as a more economical alternative to traditional shoulder mounts while inviting you to visit their showroom to see examples in person.
They primarily work on big game and other mammals, offering skull cleaning and European-style displays rather than full shoulder or lifesize mounts.
You can choose from standard European mounts, pack mounts, and other custom skull-centered display options.
Scott and Donnie draw on their background as life-long hunters and maintain a large dermestid beetle colony to clean skulls before slowly degreasing them for long-lasting results.
They emphasize very white, grease-free skulls and back their work with a whiteness guarantee, reflecting a focus on detail, preservation, and pride in craftsmanship.
European mounts start at $90 and pack mounts start at $300, with other mount pricing available by call or in-person quote, and they highlight their services as a budget-conscious alternative to shoulder mounts that can run upwards of $1,000 elsewhere; youth hunters receive 50% off their first deer.
Skull cleaning typically takes a few days, while the critical degreasing step can range from about two months up to a year depending on species and how much grease is in the bone, and reviewers still describe the overall turnaround as quick and timely.
They describe themselves as a bone-centric company, encourage you to stop by their showroom, and offer a free re-whitening service if a skull does not stay white over time.
Reviewers consistently praise the quality of the skull and European mounts, calling the beetle cleaning top of the line and noting that their trophies look amazing and are built to last.
Customers describe Scott as very nice, accommodating, and a pleasure to work with, highlighting clear communication and visible pride in his work.
Reviews mention strong value, with pricing described as the best or cheapest around for European mounts, and several customers say they plan to bring all future euro mounts here and recommend the business to others.
Twisted Racks Skull Cleaning LLC operates out of Frederick, Pennsylvania and serves hunters across Southeastern Pennsylvania and nearby areas.
To move forward, contact the studio by phone or visit in person to discuss your skull, review pricing, and see example mounts in their showroom.
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