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Best Replicas of Bass
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03/12/18 03:15 AM
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Joined: Jun 2014
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Fishingfox
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Green Horn
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Who makes the best replicas of big bass here in Texas?
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Re: Best Replicas of Bass
[Re: Fishingfox]
#12668256
03/12/18 03:21 AM
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Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 662
Cheesehead Wes
Pro Angler
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Pro Angler
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Fishmounter seems to have some good looking fish! Lake Fork will come up a lot.
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Re: Best Replicas of Bass
[Re: Fishingfox]
#12668264
03/12/18 03:29 AM
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Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 75,521
banker-always fishing
Pumpkin Head
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Pumpkin Head
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Bryan Russell (904)-716-7048 Does EXCELLENT work! He has done several for me and they are simply outstanding!
IGFA World Record Rio Grande Cichlid. Lake Dunlap. John 3:16 Sinner's Prayer. God forgive me a sinner. I accept Jesus Christ as my Savior !
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Re: Best Replicas of Bass
[Re: Fishingfox]
#12668266
03/12/18 03:33 AM
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Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 212
hoodat92
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Outdoorsman
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fox, I asked the same question on here a few weeks ago, I wanted a replica made of my PB that was as close to actual size and color as I could get. I ended up going with Bev's Fish Creations due to many endorsement's from TFFers. I had problems with Lake Fork Taxidermy getting back with me, almost like they didn't want my business. Also, there were some that recommended Ron Kelly, but there is too much controversy surrounding him for people not getting their mounts back, that sort of thing, so I steered clear. Bev was fair in price, I got to choose the exact replica I wanted (I think she has about 100 Largemouth Molds), and sent a picture of my fish for the airbrushing. Her turnaround is 4-6 weeks. I should have the replica in another week or so and I'll let you know how it turned out. Hope this helps
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Re: Best Replicas of Bass
[Re: Fishingfox]
#12668308
03/12/18 04:34 AM
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Joined: May 2008
Posts: 610
criglizard
Pro Angler
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Pro Angler
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I used lake fork taxidermy once before and would not recommended them.
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Re: Best Replicas of Bass
[Re: Fishingfox]
#12668358
03/12/18 10:31 AM
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Joined: Jul 2011
Posts: 19,021
Laker One
TFF Guru
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TFF Guru
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Bryan Russell aka Fish Mounter! Excellent.
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Re: Best Replicas of Bass
[Re: Fishingfox]
#12668471
03/12/18 01:18 PM
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Joined: Oct 2016
Posts: 435
Fisherdad58
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Angler
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My vote is on FishMounter. For an actual replica, the size, shape, color, fins and markings were right on.
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Re: Best Replicas of Bass
[Re: Fishingfox]
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03/12/18 01:45 PM
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Joined: Apr 2013
Posts: 447
Fishmounter
Angler
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Angler
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Do your homework based on the quality you are seeking. "If you have to live with it, it better be good". I've been doing this for 43 years. If someone get things done in a few weeks they're either not busy or in a rush. Quality takes time and effort.
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Re: Best Replicas of Bass
[Re: hoodat92]
#12668932
03/12/18 05:00 PM
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Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 14,330
bloo_rainger
TFF Guru
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TFF Guru
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fox, I asked the same question on here a few weeks ago, I wanted a replica made of my PB that was as close to actual size and color as I could get. I ended up going with Bev's Fish Creations due to many endorsement's from TFFers. I had problems with Lake Fork Taxidermy getting back with me, almost like they didn't want my business. Also, there were some that recommended Ron Kelly, but there is too much controversy surrounding him for people not getting their mounts back, that sort of thing, so I steered clear. Bev was fair in price, I got to choose the exact replica I wanted (I think she has about 100 Largemouth Molds), and sent a picture of my fish for the airbrushing. Her turnaround is 4-6 weeks. I should have the replica in another week or so and I'll let you know how it turned out. Hope this helps Please do report back on Bev. I may have been one who recommended her. Ive never had a mount worthy fish but Ive seen her work and I think its awesome so I would like some validation on my recommendation.
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Re: Best Replicas of Bass
[Re: Fishingfox]
#12668945
03/12/18 05:06 PM
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Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 6,927
Sinkey
Tidy Scoop
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Tidy Scoop
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Re: Best Replicas of Bass
[Re: Fishingfox]
#12669184
03/12/18 07:33 PM
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Joined: Nov 2016
Posts: 591
Outlaw Outdoors
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Pro Angler
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This guy isn't in Texas, but he's close. He is in Alexandria, LA. Scottie's Reproductions (318) 466-3317 He does all of the replicas for the Toledo Bend Lake Association Lunker program and is also the official taxidermist for The Louisiana Sharelunker Program. He does good work. He has pictures of his work on his Facebook page ---> https://www.facebook.com/Scotties-Reproductions-1657138537850844/?ref=br_rs
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Re: Best Replicas of Bass
[Re: Fishingfox]
#12669189
03/12/18 07:39 PM
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Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 50,006
fouzman
Methuselah
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Methuselah
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I use LFT. Bev does some good work. She was taught by one of the best painters in the business, her ex Ron Kelly. At least I think that's correct.
A replica is a replica. It's all about the paint jobs to me and Ron Kelly and the Pierce brothers do the best paint jobs I've ever seen.
"Things turn out best for those who make the best of the way things turn out" - Zachary Troy Schrah - a young man with vision far beyond his years.
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Re: Best Replicas of Bass
[Re: Fishingfox]
#12669192
03/12/18 07:43 PM
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Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 50,006
fouzman
Methuselah
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Methuselah
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fyi, those of you who know Lake Fork Taxidermy probably knew Charlene, the office manager. Well, she flaked out and left the office, orders, etc. in a mess. Jason and Clayton are doing their best to get her messes cleaned up and get back to the type of customer service many of us have come to expect from them. So please be patient with them. I can give you Jason's personal cell# if you have something pressing. Just PM me.
"Things turn out best for those who make the best of the way things turn out" - Zachary Troy Schrah - a young man with vision far beyond his years.
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Re: Best Replicas of Bass
[Re: fouzman]
#12669394
03/12/18 09:48 PM
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Joined: Apr 2013
Posts: 447
Fishmounter
Angler
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Angler
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I use LFT. Bev does some good work. She was taught by one of the best painters in the business, her ex Ron Kelly. At least I think that's correct.
A replica is a replica. It's all about the paint jobs to me and Ron Kelly and the Pierce brothers do the best paint jobs I've ever seen. I would respectfully disagree that a replica is a replica. Molding detail clear fins fully casted mouth interior and handmade eyes are not available from just anyone. I always say "do your homework"
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Re: Best Replicas of Bass
[Re: Fishingfox]
#12669404
03/12/18 09:54 PM
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Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 1,358
Pumadon
Extreme Angler
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Extreme Angler
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I too will sing the praises of Lake Fork Taxidermy. I have had two done by them and both are outstanding. I did not know about Charlene, I dealt with her both times and had zero issues. The last one was back in 2015.
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