Trout fishermen now cringe at the thought of killing and mounting a trophy trout merely to hang on the wall. Today’s technology now allows photographs of trout complete with measurements to be turned into life-like reproductions. Pennsylvanian George McGinty of McGinty’s Taxidermy has recently brought a selection of large browns, rainbows, brook trout and char reproductions for display and sale in the shop. Seven of these mounts are ready for sale off the wall and can be shipped for the holidays.

Anglers mounts created to match a personal trophy require only length, girth measurements and a photo to recreate the exact markings and coloration. A six to eight week time frame can be expected for reproductions to be created.

Many anglers can appreciate these trophies despite having never fished for or caught char, browns, rainbows or brook trout so large. The mounts make great conversation starters, and can be inspiring additions to tying rooms, game rooms and fishing cabins.