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EPISODE · Apr 21, 2026 · 58 MIN

The Truth About South African Taxidermy with Doug from Splitting Image Taxidermy

from The Hunter's Truth with Oliver Wettstein · host Oliver Wettstein

In this episode of The Hunters Truth Podcast with Oliver Wettstein, Oliver and Carl sit down with Doug from Splitting Image Taxidermy for a straight discussion about the realities of taxidermy in South Africa.They cover the concerns many hunters have today, including whether to mount in South Africa or use dip and pack, what really causes hair slip, what good field care looks like, what separates quality taxidermy from average work, and what kind of turnaround times hunters should realistically expect.Doug also speaks openly about cost misconceptions, shipping, communication, accountability when mistakes happen, and how hunters can give themselves the best possible result before the animal even leaves the skinning shed.A very useful episode for first-time Africa hunters, repeat clients, and anyone who wants a more honest look at the taxidermy side of safari.www.trophydestinations.comwww.oliverwettstein.comwww.splittingimagetaxidermy.co.za

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