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bucknduck
05-09-2006, 10:10 AM
Hi,
Anyone know of a place where I can have custom wood turkey plaque made? I have an idea for a plaque and saw one similar but have never found one like it in stores or on the net. Its designed to hold the tail feathers, beard, and feet along with an engraved plaque in the center.
My wife thinks that I should have had my bird mounted in a full mount but its a bit too late for that to happen, so this should be the next best solution.



Ebowhunter
05-09-2006, 12:00 PM
Did you try Walnut Creek Hardwoods? I do not know of a custom place. Maybe a cabinet maker?
Mishotgun
05-09-2006, 12:07 PM
I picked up one of these at Cabela's, might be a good compromise. My tail is still drying so I havn't put it togeather yet. http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/links/link.jsp;jsessionid=BQ5UBQ4KBHJ5TTQSNOLSCO4OCJVYQI WE?id=0037687&type=pod&cmCat=d_trkhnt033106-catfeathunt&_requestid=24306
FREEPOP
05-09-2006, 12:10 PM
We have a laser and can cut pretty much whatever you want.

Need dimensions and/or a rough layout.

Will have a water jet cutter soon, too.
bucknduck
05-09-2006, 12:30 PM
Freepop, sent you a PM. Thanks everyone for the suggestions.
FREEPOP
05-19-2006, 11:37 AM
Constructive suggestions anyone?


http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/photopost/data/546/medium/turk_Model_1_.jpg
Ebowhunter
05-19-2006, 12:17 PM
Make sure the back side allow room to sit away from the wall.

I might bring the tail down a bit. I'm not sure the open design could ever allow for wing attachments.

There is plenty of face space for an engraving - beard would need to come down.

It is a nice change to the traditional panels.
FREEPOP
05-19-2006, 12:33 PM
Here's the pic I copied the design from

The wood can be burn with a propane torch or wood burner


http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/photopost/data/546/Turkey-Plaque.jpg
Mishotgun
05-29-2006, 11:03 AM
Just got it finished, Not as good as I thought it should be.

http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_1614.JPG
wackmaster
06-02-2006, 01:57 PM
Ebow can hook anyone up too I have seen some of his work and it is very respectable!;)
Ducks Eliminated
06-25-2006, 01:19 PM
This is my first turkey fan mount and i thought it turned out decent, the picture doesnt do it justice. The only thing i dont care for about this kit is the breast is kinda on the shiney side.
2006 Bird 11" beard, 1 1/2 kicks, and 22lbs.
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b175/doogercity/turkeymount4re.jpg