Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Skull Unlimited now offers both wall pedestals, as well as table top pedestals for most horned or antlered species at an additional charge. See our Skull Mounting page.

Compared to traditional taxidermy mounts, European mounts (skull mounts) cost less than 25% of traditional taxidermy.

No. Skulls Unlimited charges a 7.5% bio-hazardous disposal surcharge. Return shipping is also not included in the cleaning price. These are added to the total when your specimens are ready to be returned to you.

We don't need to collect on skulls, but custom articulations require 1/3 down payment.

No, the skulls does not need to be skinned before we receive them. You can send them in any condition, but the fresher the better. We do not charge an extra fee for unskinned or spoiled specimens.

Skulls Unlimited International uses non-removable banding tags. These tags are individually numbered and logged to their matching orders to assure proper return. Your skulls are tagged the moment they arrive at our facility.

Yes. If you would prefer to drop off your skulls in person, you are welcome to do so. Please call us at 1-800-659-SKULL or (405)794-9300 for directions. During Oklahoma's gun season for deer we will be open extended hours Monday-Friday as well as every Saturday. Be sure to call for these hours.

Approximately three to four months; however, every skull cleans differently and during certain times of the year the volume of orders will slow down the process. We make every effort to return your order to you as promptly as possible.

Yes. In most cases Skulls Unlimited uses dermestid beetles to remove the flesh, just like most museums.

The jaws and/or horns are not attached to the skulls unless you request them attached.  Additionally, certain species, such as Deer, Elk, Moose etc. will not have their jaws cleaned and returned unless requested; these species are noted as such on our Price List page. In most instances with horned animals, the horns are removed during cleaning. When we do so, the horns are returned to you with the skulls and will easily slide back onto the skull. Antlers are never removed from the skull and will be returned completely intact.

Our process is designed to ensure your skulls do not shrink beyond normal drying.

Yes. Skulls Unlimited puts a sealer on the skulls to protect them from their environment.

Detailed shipping instructions may be found on our Shipping page. Specimens should be well frozen. Package skulls by wrapping in newspaper and place in a sealed plastic bag.

Ship specimens on Monday to assure arrival by Friday. This is important because leaking, foul-smelling packages cause difficulty. If you ship on days other than a Monday, please ship so that your parcel will arrive by Friday to avoid sitting over the weekend.

Please note that Skulls Unlimited receives a significant discount on shipping rates. Upon request, it may be possible for us to provide you with a pre-paid shipping label to have your specimen shipped to us. This cost will be added to your invoice to be paid when your cleaning item is completed. All we need is the origin address, the size, weight, and number of packages. Feel free to contact us for more information.

Hard-sided coolers may be used and will be returned upon request. If you have any questions, please feel free to call us.

Every effort will be taken to assure proper and safe return of your specimens. Each order is insured for the cost of cleaning services only, plus a fair market value for the specimen. If excessive insurance is desired, you must notify us of your wishes. Please allow as much as 20% of your total for return shipping. Due to fluctuating oil costs, shipping charges are subject to change.

No. If you send us more than one skull for cleaning in the same package, we will wait until all of the specimens are finished to save you money on return shipping. However, if you would prefer to have certain items from your order returned to you earlier, you are welcome to request we ship them back to you when they are finished and ready.

DO NOT SEND PAYMENT WITH ORDER

Credit Card: Your credit card is preferred. You will not be invoiced until your order is completed. If you are a regular customer and we have your card number on file your order will be returned without being notified when your order is complete, unless you request to be contacted.

Check: If you prefer to pay by check or money order, please wait for your acknowledgement to receive a statement of costs.

Skulls Unlimited International will not be responsible for any damage incurred from shipping, field care, or processing in our facilities. Every effort will be taken to care for your specimens in our laboratory and during return shipment. If excessive damage is noted upon receiving, you will be notified.

Due to the escalating cost of biohazardous and hazardous disposal fees, Skulls Unlimited International collects a 7.5% surcharge to your order to help offset this cost. This surcharge may vary with fluctuating oil cost.