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Discussion in 'Fish Taxidermy' started by wildriver, Jan 26, 2012.

  1. Jan 26, 2012 #1
    wildriver

    wildriver New Member

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    I bought some fins for a cast that I did of a perch because I destroyed the fins in the mold process. My problem is the fins are a 1/4 inch thick! What is the best way to thin them down and keep the detail ? O ya this is my first comp fish so I would like to get it right, thanks WRT
     
  3. Jan 26, 2012 #2
    JE

    JE Well-Known Member

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    I have never seen fins that thick ! any idea what they are made of ? with my own hand made polyester resin fins I can dremmel them down quite good at the very edge, but to go from 1/4 inch would need some skill in replacing lost detail. Personally, I would go for another make of fin, Lake country's are very good. And I am sure some of the USA guys will know of lots more.
    good luck
    John
     

  5. Jan 26, 2012 #3
    GBRUCH

    GBRUCH "I am nothing without christ".....John 15:5

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    man thats a tough sell on competition mount. Find someone on the forums that may sell you a set and/or learn to cast your own would be my suggestions.
     
  6. Jan 26, 2012 #4
    wildriver

    wildriver New Member

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    thank you guys so my next ? does anyone have any perch fins for sale